Syllabus for the WB SET Exam:The West Bengal State Eligibility Test (WB SET) is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates for the post of Assistant Professor in colleges and universities in the state of West Bengal. The exam consists of two papers - Paper I and Paper II. The syllabus for both papers is as follows:
Paper I:Paper I is a general paper on teaching and research aptitude. It tests the candidates' understanding of the teaching methodology and research techniques. The syllabus for Paper I is as follows:
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Teaching Aptitude: - Teaching: Nature, objectives, characteristics, and basic requirements.
- Learner's characteristics: Characteristics of adolescent and adult learners, individual differences.
- Factors affecting teaching.
- Methods of teaching: Teacher-centered vs. learner-centered methods.
- Teaching aids: Different types, advantages, and limitations.
- Evaluation systems: Examination and continuous assessment methods.
- Teaching-learning process: Various theories and models.
- Higher education: Governance, polity, and administration.
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Research Aptitude:- Research: Meaning, characteristics, and types.
- Steps of research process.
- Methods of research: Experimental, descriptive, historical, qualitative, and quantitative methods.
- Research ethics.
- Paper, article, workshop, and seminar presentation.
- Research funding agencies and methods of grant.
- Thesis writing: Research questions, objectives, hypothesis, and methodology.
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Comprehension:- A passage will be provided, and questions will be asked based on the passage.
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Communication:- Communication: Nature, types, barriers, and effective classroom communication.
- Classroom communication: Verbal and non-verbal communication.
- Mass-media and society: Functions and importance of mass-media in society.
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Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude:- Number series, letter series, codes, relationships, classification.
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Logical Reasoning:- Understanding the structure of arguments.
- Evaluating and distinguishing deductive and inductive reasoning.
- Verbal analogies.
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Data Interpretation:- Sources, acquisition, and interpretation of data.
- Quantitative and qualitative data.
- Graphical representation and mapping of data.
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Information and Communication Technology (ICT):- ICT: Meaning, advantages, disadvantages, and uses.
- General abbreviations and terminology.
- Basics of internet, intranet, e-mail, and social media.
- Teaching aids: Multimedia, e-resources, and computer-aided learning.
Weightage:- Teaching Aptitude: 10-15 marks
- Research Aptitude: 10-15 marks
- Comprehension: 10-15 marks
- Communication: 10-15 marks
- Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude: 10-15 marks
- Logical Reasoning: 10-15 marks
- Data Interpretation: 10-15 marks
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT): 10-15 marks
Paper II:Paper II is subject-specific and focuses on the chosen subject of the candidate. The syllabus for Paper II varies depending on the subject chosen by the candidate. The detailed syllabus for each subject can be found on the official website of the West Bengal College Service Commission (WBCSC).
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This course is helpful for the following exams: WBTET