NTC GTLE Past Questions for Pedagogy (JHS & SHS) – Complete
Are you preparing for the Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination (GTLE) in Pedagogy for JHS or SHS? This comprehensive guide covers the syllabus, content areas, and table of specifications to help you ace your exam.
Content Areas and Competencies for JHS/SHS Pedagogy
PEDAGOGY FOR JHS AND SHS PAST QUESTION
2. What is the importance of beginning a new lesson with a short review of prior learning?
Commitment before teaching a new lesson
Discussion after learning a new lesson
Linking previous learning to the new lesson Correct!
Learning the material well
1. The Concepts: Methodology, Pedagogy, and Andragogy
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Demonstrate understanding of pedagogy vs. andragogy
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Identify types of pedagogy (e.g., discussion, lecture)
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Apply pedagogical methods in classroom settings
2. Secondary School Pedagogy Examples
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Appropriate teaching methods for JHS/SHS
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Factors in method selection (topic, student characteristics, class size)
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Advantages/disadvantages of each method
3. Curriculum/Syllabus: Concept, Nature and Evaluation
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Curriculum development stages
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Characteristics of JHS/SHS curriculum
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Identifying curriculum deficiencies
4. Scheme of Work/Learning Scheme
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Components of scheme of work
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Topic sequencing strategies
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Designing a scheme of work
5. Lesson Planning
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Importance of lesson plans
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Writing learning outcomes/objectives
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Essential components of effective lesson plans
6. 21st Century Core and Transferable Skills
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Critical thinking, creativity, collaboration skills
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Pedagogies to develop these skills
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Assessment of transferable skills
7. Classroom Management
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Physical/social environment management
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Time management strategies
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Large class management techniques
8. Questioning Techniques
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Types of questions (open/closed, probing)
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Questioning skills for engagement
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Error correction methods
9. Instructional Resources (Including ICT)
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Selecting and preparing teaching aids
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Using ICT to enhance learning
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Evaluating resource effectiveness
10. Assessment Strategies
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Writing quality test items
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Alternative assessment methods
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Analyzing and using test results
Exam Structure: Table of Specifications (100 MCQs)
| Topic | L1 | L2 | L3 | L4 | Total Questions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Pedagogy Concepts | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 2. Teaching Methods | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| 3. Curriculum | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 11 |
| 4. Scheme of Work | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| 5. Lesson Planning | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 10 |
| 6. 21st Century Skills | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7 |
| 7. Classroom Management | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 12 |
| 8. Questioning | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 10 |
| 9. Teaching Resources | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 11 |
| 10. Assessment | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 11 |
| 11. GESI Issues | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| Total | 15 | 25 | 30 | 30 | 100 |
*L1-Remembering (15%), L2-Understanding (25%), L3-Applying (30%), L4-Analyzing (30%)*
Access Past Questions
Practice with official NTC past questions:
🔗 NTC Pedagogy Practice Tests
Study Tips:
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Focus on higher-order questions (L3/L4 = 60% of exam)
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Practice designing schemes of work and lesson plans
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Master classroom management scenarios
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Understand how to integrate ICT and 21st century skills
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