The School Lecturer Examination is conducted for recruiting lecturers in secondary and higher secondary schools. The First Paper is a common paper for all subjects and focuses on General Awareness, Teaching Aptitude, and Educational Psychology. Below is a detailed syllabus and strategy for the First Paper along with a dedicated section on Psychology.
Indian History, Art, Culture, and Heritage
Indian Polity and Governance
Geography (World, India, and Rajasthan)
Science & Technology (Basic Concepts and Applications)
Economy & Budget (India & Rajasthan)
Environmental Studies and Sustainability
Major National & International Events
Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations
Puzzles & Seating Arrangements
Syllogism and Venn Diagrams
Data Interpretation & Sufficiency
Statement & Assumption-Based Questions
Teaching-Learning Process & Principles
Classroom Communication & Management
Methods of Teaching & Evaluation Techniques
Educational Technology & Use of ICT
Inclusive Education & Special Needs Students
National Education Policy (NEP) 2020
Nature, Scope, and Importance of Educational Psychology
Growth and Development – Stages and Principles
Intelligence Theories (Spearman, Thurstone, Gardner, Sternberg)
Individual Differences in Learning
Behaviorist Theories (Pavlov, Skinner, Thorndike)
Cognitive Theories (Piaget, Bruner)
Bloom’s Taxonomy & Higher-Order Thinking Skills
Teaching Strategies for Different Learning Styles
Types of Assessment – Formative & Summative
Tools & Techniques for Student Evaluation
Standardized Tests, Rubrics, and Continuous Evaluation
Intelligence & Aptitude Testing
The First Paper is crucial for scoring well in the School Lecturer Exam, as it tests general awareness, reasoning, teaching aptitude, and psychology. Mastering these topics enhances both exam performance and teaching skills. Consistent practice and revision are key to success! 🚀
