Andhra Pradesh School Education Department Secondary Grade Teachers (SGT) Syllabus
The comprehensive syllabus for the Andhra Pradesh School Education Department Secondary Grade Teachers (SGT) exam generally includes the following subjects:
1. General Studies and Current Affairs
Current Affairs:
- Important events at the regional, national, and international levels.
Indian History and Culture:
- Focus on the history, culture, and heritage of India and Andhra Pradesh.
Geography:
- Physical, social, and economic geography of India and Andhra Pradesh.
Indian Polity and Governance:
- The Constitution, political system, Panchayati Raj, public policy, and e-governance.
Indian Economy:
- Economic development, planning, and reforms with emphasis on Andhra Pradesh.
Science and Technology:
- Recent developments and their implications.
Mental Ability:
- Logical reasoning, analytical ability, data interpretation, and problem-solving.
Disaster Management:
- Concepts, vulnerability assessment, and strategies for disaster prevention and mitigation.
2. General English
Grammar:
- Basic grammar rules, sentence structure, articles, prepositions, and tenses.
Vocabulary:
- Synonyms, antonyms, idioms, phrases, and word meanings.
Comprehension:
- Reading passages and answering questions based on the text.
Communication Skills:
- Writing formal letters, reports, and essays; effective communication.
Error Detection:
- Identifying and correcting grammatical errors in sentences.
3. Arithmetic and Numerical Ability
Number Systems:
- Understanding whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and integers.
Arithmetic Operations:
- Basic operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Percentages and Ratios:
- Calculations involving percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Simple and Compound Interest:
- Solving problems related to interest calculations.
Time and Work:
- Problems involving efficiency and time management.
Time and Distance:
- Calculations involving speed, distance, and time.
Data Interpretation:
- Interpreting data from tables, graphs, and charts.
4. Pedagogy and Educational Psychology
Educational Psychology:
- Understanding child development, learning theories, and cognitive development.
Teaching Methodologies:
- Various teaching strategies, techniques, and methodologies appropriate for secondary education.
Classroom Management:
- Techniques for effective classroom management and discipline.
Curriculum and Syllabus:
- Knowledge of the secondary school curriculum and syllabus for different subjects.
Assessment and Evaluation:
- Methods of assessment, evaluation techniques, and tools for student assessment.
Educational Technology:
- Use of technology in education, including digital tools and resources for teaching.
5. Subject Knowledge (For Specific Subject SGTs)
Languages (English, Telugu, Hindi):
- Language skills, literature, grammar, and language teaching methodologies.
Mathematics:
- Algebra, geometry, arithmetic, statistics, and pedagogical techniques for teaching mathematics.
Science:
- Basic concepts in physics, chemistry, and biology, and teaching methodologies for science.
Social Studies:
- History, geography, political science, and pedagogy for teaching social studies.
6. Andhra Pradesh Specific Questions
State Government Initiatives:
- Major educational schemes and programs initiated by the Andhra Pradesh government.
Educational Reforms:
- Recent reforms and policies in the education sector in Andhra Pradesh.
History and Culture of Andhra Pradesh:
- Key historical events, cultural practices, and traditions.
Geography of Andhra Pradesh:
- Physical features, climate, and natural resources.
