What can be correctly inferred about the traditional teaching method and support system? Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

1.The teacher is responsible for controlling the class and teaches with the use of a blackboard

2.It is also known as the 'back-to-basics' system

3.The student carries the responsibility to use self-learning tools

4.Virtual labs are used as one of the teaching tools

5.Charts, maps and textbooks are the prime resources and handouts are used by the teacher

A2 and 3 only

B1, 2 and 4 only

C4 and 5 only

D1, 2 and 5 only ✓ Correct

Correct answer: (D) 1, 2 and 5 only

Explanation

Traditional teaching has the teacher controlling the class with a blackboard, is called the back-to-basics system, and relies on charts, maps, textbooks and handouts.

The teacher controlling the class with a blackboard (1) is a hallmark of the traditional method.

The back-to-basics label (2) correctly names this approach.

Students carrying responsibility for self-learning tools (3) belongs to modern methods.

Virtual labs (4) are digital, modern teaching tools, not traditional ones.

Charts, maps, textbooks and handouts (5) are the prime resources of traditional teaching.

Traditional teaching is teacher-centred, whereas modern methods are learner-centred.

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