Teacher as facilitator – UGC NET Question

Statements A, B and D are correct descriptions of facilitative teaching. A is true because facilitators guide learners in constructing their own meanings rather than merely transmitting information. B is true as questioning and exploration are central to learner-centred classrooms. D is true since facilitators design tasks that encourage collaboration and peer learning. C is false because some structure and direction are necessary to support learning, and E is false because feedback remains crucial for helping learners monitor and adjust their efforts. Thus A, B and D only is the correct combination.

Option A:
Option A includes A and B but omits D, thereby missing the important aspect of designing collaborative opportunities. Without D, the description of the facilitator role is incomplete.

Option B:
Option B gathers A, B and D, all of which reflect constructivist and learner-centred views of teaching. It correctly excludes C and E, which wrongly deny the need for structure and feedback. Therefore A, B and D only is the correct answer.

Option C:
Option C lists B, D and E, but E incorrectly claims that facilitators should not provide feedback, which contradicts formative assessment principles. Including E makes this combination invalid.

Option D:
Option D combines A, D and E and again includes E, the false statement about withholding feedback. This undermines the accuracy of the option, so it cannot be accepted.

Option E groups A, B, C and D but incorporates C, which claims that facilitators never provide direction. Since guidance and structure are essential parts of facilitation, this option is not correct.