NTC Pedagogy Questions For 2023 Candidates

The 2023 Teacher Licensure Examination for fresh candidates will begin on 13th September, 2023 and end on 15th September, 2023.

This examination will be based on candidates’ area of specialization. We have compiled some likely Pedagogy questions for the examination. This will be written by all candidates. Candidates should challenge themselves with these questions.

1. What does the term “pedagogy” refer to?
a) The study of child psychology
b) The art and science of teaching
c) The process of curriculum development
d) The principles of educational administration

2. In the context of education, what is the primary focus of andragogy?
a) Teaching young children
b) Teaching adults
c) Teaching high school students
d) Teaching college professors

3. Which type of curriculum refers to the knowledge and skills required by educational authorities for each grade level?
a) Hidden curriculum
b) Null curriculum
c) Formal curriculum
d) Taught curriculum

4. What does the hidden curriculum refer to?
a) Unintentional lessons learned through school culture and interactions
b) Subjects not explicitly taught in the formal curriculum
c) Curriculum designed for students with disabilities
d) Curriculum that is no longer

5. Which type of pedagogy emphasizes engaging students in hands-on activities and discussions?
a) Traditional pedagogy
b) Active learning pedagogy
c) Experiential learning pedagogy
d) Collaborative pedagogy

6. In pedagogy, what role does the teacher play?
a) Central authority figure and primary source of knowledge
b) Facilitator of discussions among students
c) Observer who does not intervene in the learning process
d) Evaluator of students’progress

7. What is the key characteristic of problem-based learning (PBL)?
a) Students learn through direct experience and reflection.
b) Students work collaboratively on projects and tasks.
c) Students learn by asking questions and conducting research.
d) Students learn through lectures and teacher-led instruction.

8. What type of curriculum refers to the specific content and skills that are assessed through examinations or standardized tests?
a) Formal curriculum
b) Written curriculum
c) Tested curriculum
d) Taught curriculum

9. What does the term “inclusivity” mean in the context of curriculum development?
a) Providing curriculum materials for free to all students
b) Developing a curriculum that includes subjects from various disciplines
c) Ensuring that the curriculum is accessible to all students, regardless of their background or
abilities
d) Incorporating diverse teaching methods in the CURRICULUM

10. Which stage of curriculum development involves identifying the educational needs and goals of the learners and the community?
a) Setting Clear Objectives and Learning Outcomes
b) Needs Assessment and Analysis
c) Design and Content Selection
d) Assessment and Evaluation

11. Which type of curriculum refers to the topics or subjects that are not explicitly taught or included in the formal curriculum?
a) Formal curriculum
b) Hidden curriculum
c) Null curriculum
d) Written curriculum

12. What is the purpose of setting clear learning objectives in curriculum development?
a) To establish the length of each instructional session
b) To provide a framework for teacher evaluations
c) To determine the budget for curriculum implementation
d) To define the intended learning outcomes for students

13. Which pedagogical approach emphasizes learning through direct experience and reflection?
a) Active learning pedagogy
b) Experiential learning pedagogy
c) Collaborative pedagogy
d) Inquiry-based pedagogy

14. What is the primary focus of pedagogy?
a) Teaching adults
b) Teaching young children
c) Teaching college students
d) Teaching primary school students

15. Which type of curriculum refers to the implicit or unintentional lessons that students learn through the school’s culture and social interactions?
a) Hidden curriculum
b) Formal curriculum
c) Null curriculum
d) Written curriculum

16. In andragogy, what is the role of the adult learner?
a) Dependent on the teacher for guidance and direction
b) Passive recipient of knowledge

c) Self-directed and autonomous learner
d) Focused on rote memorization of facts

17. What is the primary focus of collaborative pedagogy?
a) Encouraging student competition
b) Promoting independent learning
c) Fostering teamwork and communication skills
d) Emphasizing direct instruction by the teacher

18. What does the term “formative assessment” mean in the context of curriculum and instruction?
a) Assessment of students’ overall achievement at the end of a course
b) Assessment that measures students’progress during the learning process
c) Assessment that includes multiple-choice questions only
d) Assessment that measures students’prior knowledge before starting a new unit

19. Which stage of curriculum development involves designing the curriculum’s structure and content?
a) Monitoring and Review
b) Design and Content Selection
c) Needs Assessment and Analysis
d) Setting Clear Objectives and Learning Outcomes

20. What is the main goal of the implementation stage in curriculum development?
a) Identifying the learning objectives
b) Setting up the necessary resources and infrastructure
c) Conducting teacher training and professional development
d) Collecting data for assessment and evaluation

21. Which type of pedagogy focuses on students learning by asking questions, exploring topics, and conducting research?
a) Experiential learning pedagogy
b) Inquiry-based pedagogy
c) Active learning pedagogy
d) Problem-based learning pedagogy

22. What is the purpose of conducting a needs assessment in curriculum development?
a) To identify the available teaching resources
b) To determine the cost of implementing the curriculum
c) To assess students’prior knowledge and skills
d) To identify the educational needs and goals of learners

23. Which type of curriculum includes the specific content and lessons delivered by teachers in the classroom or educational setting?
a) Formal curriculum
b) Hidden curriculum
c) Taught curriculum
d) Tested curriculum

24. In curriculum development, what is the purpose of conducting continuous monitoring and review?
a) To determine the cost of curriculum implementation
b) To assess students’prior knowledge and skills
c) To identify the available teaching resources
d) To evaluate the curriculum’s effectiveness and make improvements

25. Which type of pedagogy involves engaging students in discussions, problem-solving, and hands-on activities to enhance learning?
a) Traditional pedagogy
b) Active learning pedagogy
c) Experiential learning pedagogy
d) Collaborative pedagogy

26. What does the term “formative assessment” mean in the context of curriculum development?
a) Assessment of students’ overall achievement at the end of a course
b) Assessment that measures students’progress during the learning process
c) Assessment that includes multiple-choice questions only
d) Assessment that measures students’prior knowledge before starting a new units

27. What is the primary focus of collaborative pedagogy?

a) Encouraging student competition
b) Promoting independent learning
c) Fostering teamwork and communication skills
d) Emphasizing direct instruction by the teacher

28. Which type of curriculum refers to the implicit or unintentional lessons that students learn through the school’s culture and social interactions?
a) Hidden curriculum
b) Formal curriculum
c) Null curriculum
d) Written CURRICULUM

29. In andragogy, what is the role of the adult learner?
a) Dependent on the teacher for guidance and direction
b) Passive recipient of knowledge
c) Self-directed and autonomous learner
d) Focused on rote memorization of facts

30. What is the primary focus of collaborative pedagogy?
a) Encouraging student competition
b) Promoting independent learning
c) Fostering teamwork and communication skills
d) Emphasizing direct instruction by the teacher

31. What does the term “formative assessment” mean in the context of curriculum and instruction?
a) Assessment of students’ overall achievement at the end of a course
b) Assessment that measures students’progress during the learning process
c) Assessment that includes multiple-choice questions only
d) Assessment that measures students’prior knowledge before starting a new units

32. Which stage of curriculum development involves designing the curriculum’s structure and content?
a) Monitoring and Review
b) Design and Content Selection
c) Needs Assessment and Analysis

d) Setting Clear Objectives and Learning Outcome

33. What is the main goal of the implementation stage in curriculum development?
a) Identifying the learning objectives
b) Setting up the necessary resources and infrastructure
c) Conducting teacher training and professional development
d) Collecting data for assessment and evaluation

34. Which type of pedagogy focuses on students learning by asking questions, exploring topics, and conducting research?
a) Experiential learning pedagogy
b) Inquiry-based pedagogy
c) Active learning pedagogy
d) Problem-based learning pedagogy

35. What is the purpose of conducting a needs assessment in curriculum development?
a) To identify the available teaching resources
b) To determine the cost of implementing the curriculum
c) To assess students’prior knowledge and skills
d) To identify the educational needs and goals of learners

36. Which type of curriculum includes the specific content and lessons delivered by teachers in the classroom or educational setting?
a) Formal curriculum
b) Hidden curriculum
c) Taught curriculum
d) Tested curriculum

37. In curriculum development, what is the purpose of conducting continuous monitoring and review?
a) To determine the cost of curriculum implementation
b) To assess students’prior knowledge and skills
c) To identify the available teaching resources
d) To evaluate the curriculum’s effectiveness and make improvements

38. Which type of pedagogy involves engaging students in discussions, problem-solving, and hands-on activities to enhance learning?
a) Traditional pedagogy
b) Active learning pedagogy
c) Experiential learning pedagogy
d) Collaborative pedagogy

39. What is the primary goal of formative assessment in the teaching and learning process?
a) To assign grades to students ‘work
b) To evaluate students’ overall performance in a course
c) To monitor students’progress and provide feedback for improvement
d) To determine students’prior knowledge before starting a new topic

40. Which type of curriculum refers to the topics or subjects that are not explicitly taught or included in the formal curriculum?
a) Formal curriculum
b) Hidden curriculum
c) Null curriculum
d) Written curriculum

41. What is the primary focus of andragogy?
a) Teaching young children
b) Teaching adults
c) Teaching high school students
d) Teaching college professors

42. Which type of curriculum represents the official curriculum documented and approved by educational authorities?
a) Formal curriculum
b) Hidden curriculum
c) Null curriculum
d) Written curriculum

43. In pedagogy, what is the primary focus of the teacher’s role?

a) Providing resources for students
b) Facilitating students’ self-directed learning
c) Guiding and directing students’ learning process
d) Assessing students’ performance

44. Which type of pedagogy emphasizes learning through direct experience, such as hands-on activities and field trips?
a) Active learning pedagogy
b) Experiential learning pedagogy
c) Collaborative pedagogy
d) Inquiry-based pedagogy

45. Which pedagogical approach focuses on learning through direct experience and reflection?
a) Active learning pedagogy
b) Experiential learning pedagogy
c) Collaborative pedagogy
d) Inquiry-based pedagogy

46. What does the term “formative assessment” mean in the context of curriculum and instruction?
a) Assessment of students’ overall achievement at the end of a course
b) Assessment that measures students’progress during the learning process
c) Assessment that includes multiple-choice questions only
d) Assessment that measures students’prior knowledge before starting a new unit

47. Which type of curriculum refers to the topics or subjects that are not explicitly taught or included in the formal curriculum?
a) Formal curriculum
b) Hidden curriculum
c) Null curriculum
d) Written curriculum

48. What is the primary focus of andragogy?
a) Teaching young children
b) Teaching adults
c) Teaching high school students

d) Teaching college professors

49. Which type of curriculum represents the official curriculum documented and approved by educational authorities?
a) Formal curriculum
b) Hidden curriculum
c) Null curriculum
d) Written curriculum

50. What is the main goal of formative assessment in the teaching and learning process?
a) To assign grades to students’work
b) To evaluate students’ overall performance in a course
c) To monitor students’progress and provide feedback for improvement
d) To determine students’prior knowledge before starting a new topic

51. Which type of curriculum includes the specific content and lessons delivered by teachers in the classroom or educational setting?
a) Formal curriculum
b) Hidden curriculum
c) Taught curriculum
d) Tested curriculum

52. In curriculum development, what is the primary purpose of conducting continuous monitoring and review?
a) To determine the cost of curriculum implementation
b) To assess students’prior knowledge and skills
c) To identify the available teaching resources
d) To evaluate the curriculum’s effectiveness and make improvements

53. Which type of pedagogy involves engaging students in discussions, problem-solving, and hands-on activities to enhance learning?
a) Traditional pedagogy
b) Active learning pedagogy
c) Experiential learning pedagogy
d) Collaborative pedagogy

54. What is the primary goal of formative assessment in the teaching and learning process?
a) To assign grades to students’work
b) To evaluate students’ overall performance in a course
c) To monitor students’progress and provide feedback for improvement
d) To determine students’prior knowledge before starting a new topic

Eligibility for the Licensure Examination.

1. Candidates who wrote the Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination but were unsuccessful in some papers may register to re-sit. The candidates are to apply on-line at exams.ntc.gov.gh and
complete the application form for the licensure examination.

2. Fees for registration:

a). The fees for registration is 450gh for fresh candidates.

Payment can be made at any branch of Prudential Bank Ltd nationwide or Mobile money payment can be made through the short code *772*51# across all networks.

For in banking payment, candidates must notify the bank as re-sitting one, two or three papers.

• Take Pin and Serial No. from the Bank after payment.
• Log onto exams.ntc.gov.gh
• Enter your e-voucher Serial no. and Pin

• Fill in all the fields and remember to upload your passport-size photograph

NOTE: NTC will not accept any request for change of photograph after the examination.

• Review information provided and submit.

• Print Summary of the inputs made.

• Read the examination regulations and tick the tick-box before submission.

3. Candidates should keep their PIN and SERIAL NUMBERS secured after registration for the licensure examination for further use after the examination

ABOUT NTC EXAMS

The National Teaching Council is mandated by the Education Act 2008 (Act 778), Section 9 to improve professional standing and status of teachers and to license and register teachers in Ghana. The purpose of the Licensing Examination is to enable qualified teachers acquire a professional license; and also attract excellent young graduates from the universities and Colleges of Education who have the required professional knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to deliver effectively in schools.