Upper primary science content should not be regarded as what?
ABased on everyday events
BA diluted secondary course
CA route to design skills
DA basis for group projects
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. A diluted secondary course
1. The paper says upper primary content is not governed by a disciplinary approach.
2. It is also not a diluted version of the secondary stage curriculum.
3. Everyday experiences, design skills and group projects are all encouraged.
_Source: NCERT Position Paper, National Focus Group on Teaching of Science, 5.2.2 Upper Primary Stage (Classes VI to VIII)_
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