How are activities often misused in science classes?
AAs open-ended investigations
BTo verify given ideas
CAs a replacement for teaching
DAs a way to avoid homework
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. To verify given ideas
1. The paper notes activities tend to be regarded as a way to verify ideas and principles given in the text.
2. It wants them to be means for open-ended investigation instead.
3. The first option is the ideal, not the criticised practice.
_Source: NCERT Position Paper, Teaching of Science, Activity-based teaching_
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