Environmental Studies (EVS)
Pedagogy of Environmental Studies
Environmental Studies
Paper I
4 topics
What this chapter covers
The 4 topics below make up Pedagogy of Environmental Studies in the CTET syllabus. Open any topic for notes, solved examples and a practice MCQ test.
1Concept & Scope of EVS
2EVS as a Bridge: Science & Social Science
3Activities, Experimentation & Discussion
4CCE & Teaching Aids in EVS
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Key Concepts — Quick Reference
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What EVS is at the primary level (memorise cold)
| Classes 1-2 | No separate EVS; woven into language & maths via stories, play, observation |
|---|---|
| Classes 3-5 | EVS is ONE integrated subject = science + social science + environment |
| Core principle | Start from the child's OWN immediate environment and experience |
| NCF 2005 | EVS should be activity-based, integrated, child-centred and experiential |
The six themes of EVS (NCF / NCERT syllabus)
| Family & Friends | Relationships, work & play, animals, plants (sub-themes) |
|---|---|
| Food | Sources, cooking, sharing, scarcity |
| Water | Sources, uses, scarcity, conservation |
| Shelter / Travel / Things we make & do | Houses, journeys, crafts, work around us |