Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad

(Distance and non-formal Education Department)

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Course: Professionalism in Teaching (8612) Semester: Spring, 2024

Level: B.Ed – 1.5 /2.5/ 04 Years Total Marks: 100
Pass Marks: 50
Assignment No. 1
(Units 1-5)

Q.No 1. Explain concept of profession. Discuss teaching as a profession. (20)

Q.No 2. Write in detail about professionalization of teaching profession. (20)

Q.No 3. Think about your favorite teacher who taught you during elementary school years, (20)
write why he became your favorite teacher and particularly how he practiced code
of professional conduct.

Q.No 4. Write your reflective journal for ten days. How did it contribute to your (20)
professional development?

Q.No 5. What are expectations of the society from the teachers in this ever fast changing (20)
era of technology and globalization?

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 Assignment No. 2
(Units 6-9)

Q.No 1. Describe the situation of education as a basic human right in Pakistan. (20)

Q.No 2. Comment in detail how globalization is changing teacher education. (20)

Q.No 3. Discuss the role of open and distance education in professional development of (20)
teachers.

Q.No 4. How political interference becomes barrier in promotion of teaching profession? (20)
Explain answer with reference to your context.

Q.No 5. Visit two schools near your residence. Conduct an interview with the principal and (20)
teachers and ask what ethical issues the school is facing. Describe those issues and
suggest solutions for them.