UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

When a teacher repeatedly expresses confidence in students’ ability to achieve,they promote a climate of high expectations. Such expectations influence the amount of support,challenge and feedback provided and often lead students to aim higher. The stem emphasises belief that all students can learn at high levels,so high expectations is the correct description.

Option A:
Low expectations may lead teachers to offer fewer challenges and overlook potential,which is contrary to the belief in students’ capability described in the question.

Option B:
Deficit expectations highlight students’ limitations and focus on what they cannot do,instead of affirming potential,so they conflict with the stem.

Option C:
High expectations,when combined with appropriate support,are associated with better achievement and a positive classroom climate,exactly matching the scenario given.

Option D:
Random expectations would imply inconsistency and lack of clear standards,which is not suggested here.