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- 1. TEXT BOOKS INTRODUCTION :- A Text Book is a specially written book which contains selective and systematic knowledge regarding the curriculum material prescribed every case is taken to maintain coherence and sequence in the presentation of information and learning activities. It is made simple to the degree that suits the intended learns. It is not a bare statement of information; on the other hand it would indicate. Various teaching learning devices and a rich dose of pedagogy with all its implications such as devices for practices, application, motivation and fination of learning. That is way a text book is said to be “The teacher in print” A text book differ from an ordinary book mainly on the basis that it is basically student friendly and also reflects the anticipated interactional goals, teaching leaning techniques etc. Text Book In fact these exists divergent views regarding the place of text books in the educative process. Thinkers like Froebal, John Dewey and Mahathma Gandhi raised a revolt against bookish knowledge. This led to the attempts made by some pedagogues to dispense with textbooks an instrument and tool for first half of the 20th centaury a through testing was undertaken by some thoughtful students of education in the USA. The consensus of opinions of educationists in India as well as abroad reveals that the text-book is an integral part of any educational system. According to the report of the Text-book committee of the control advisory board of Education, “A modern education system without text-books is as difficult to imagine as hamlet without the prince of Denmark”. The Text book in fact, constitutes an inseparable part of any system of education today. Even in the most developed counters, where a variant of teaching leaning tools and techniques are available in the classrooms, text books continue to enjoy there rightful place.
- 2. As far as social science is concerned the text book is an aid which is considered indispensable in all methods adopted for its instruction a well chosen textbook can always be a useful adjunct to the effort of the teacher and a to the pupil. The functions of the social science Text Book The social text book serves the following functions. 1. In the primary classes, it can be relied upon for essential information, so organized as to show order and continuity and so presented as to be land interesting and attractive. 2. In the secondary class, it should contain well arranged comprehensive knowledge required to enable them prepare for their successful adult hide. The text book should expand its scope and size to meet the changing conception of what is considered educationally sound and desirable. Critical for a good social science Text Book To be an affective aid, it must contain all the qualities of an instructional material. A good social science text-book must satisfy the following criteria. 1. It should help in achieving the purpose of leaning social science:- It should assume special responsibility towards the promotion of some national goals like secularism and national integration. The book though its contest, style of presentation, exercise and illustrations should provide the understanding and insights which are necessary for the realization of national goals. 2. It should have a clear and self explanatory arrangement:- It should have a detailed table of contents. The material should be arranged under hecklings and sub headling to be eascly comprehended by the pupils. 3. The language of the Text Book should be suitable for the “reading age” of the pupils:- The text book for the younger children especially should be written in simple sentences so as to establish an effective communication with them. The language used should also be accurate and appropriate so that it help in emailing children’s language.
- 3. 4. It should help in developing international understanding:- It should emphasize cultural relations between the nations of the world and the contribution of different nations to the pool of world civilization. 5. It should contains references for further study and reference for collateral reading:- This will motivate interested pupils to pursue their studies further. 6. It should also caret to the needs of backward pupils:- This is especially requested for text books for higher classes. Index can be helpful in developing independent study habits in pupils it will help in developing in purples the habit of making references and comparisons and facilitating a combination of topics maintaining the chronological approach. Conclusion The text book is an aid which is considered indispensable in all methods adopted for its instructions. For the study of the subject the role played by text books is second only to that of the teacher it acts as the leaner’s chief aid and support. A well chosen text book can always be a useful adjunct to the efforts of the teacher and a reassurance to the pupil. A text book is a specially written book which contains selective and systematic knowledge regarding the curriculum material prescribed. Reference 1. Social science Education:- Dr.Sivarajan 2. Social science teacher Education:- Dr.T.V Thulasidharan 3. www.wikepedia.com