QUESTION-ANSWER METHOD/ SOCRATES METHOD

 

QUESTION-ANSWER METHOD

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In this method, teacher asks questions and students answer them.  The teacher asks questions on the previous knowledge of the student.  After having systemized the previous knowledge the teacher provides the new knowledge.  The teacher has to awaken the curiosity and has to create interest in the topic among his pupils.  The new knowledge is answered, described and discussed.

The idea of this method is very simple. This method can start the question-answering form with simple questions. but while planning to teach with this method teachers always keep in mind that all the types of questions must be included in the teaching planning because interacting with students is the main central idea of this method.  

§  Merits Of Question–Answer Method

1.      It can be used in all teaching situations.

2.      It helps in developing the power of expression of the students.

3.      It is helpful to ascertain the personal difficulties of the students.

4.      It provides a check on preparation of assignments.

5.      It can be used to reflect student’s backgrounds and attitudes.

6.      It is quite handy for the teacher when no other suitable teaching method is available.

7.      It involves the learner’s participation in the subject matter and teaching acts.

8.      Classroom verbal interaction is encouraged.

§  Demerits Of Question – Answer Method

1.      It requires a lot of skill on the teacher's part to properly use this method.

2.      It may sometime mar the atmosphere of the class.

3.      This method generally is quite embracing for timid students.

4.      It is time-consuming.

5.      It is difficult to prepare good questions, and arrange them logically.

6.      The whole content matter cannot be taught by this strategy.

7.      The teacher wants structured answers from the learners.  There is no freedom for imaginative answers.