The Arthasaṁgraha of Laugākṣi Bhāskara
The Arthasaṁgraha of Laugākṣi Bhāskara

Author: A. B. Gajendragadkar

Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publ.

Published: 1998-12-31

Total Pages: 332

ISBN-13: 9788120814431

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The Arthasamgraha is profound in contents, scholarly in treatment and simple and lucid in style and language. It condenses great amount of matter in pregnant language. The author, Laugaksi Bhaskara, about whose personal life sufficient information is not available, probably belonged to the South and Flourished in the 14th-15th century. He wrote the text for beginners and so the language is characterized by simplicity and brevity which are maintained even in the treatment of difficult problems. The work has gained popularity among scholars and beginners both and serves well as a gateway to the system of Purva Mimamsa. The full name of the wok as given by the author in the colophon is Purvamimamsarthasamgraha which means a compendium dealing with the topics of Purva Mimamsa. The present edition comprises the Sanskrit text in Devanagari script and translation into English with profuse notes, explanatory and critical, by Professor Gajendragadkar and Karmarkar, which has proved the best on account of its merits. A new and very useful feature of this reprint is the addition of a detailed and very useful feature of this reprint is the addition of a detailed and very useful feature of this reprint is the addition of a detailed and very informative Introduction by Dr. Shiv Kumar.

A History of Indian Philosophy
A History of Indian Philosophy

Author: Surendranath Dasgupta

Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publ.

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 636

ISBN-13: 9788120804142

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The work appears in five volumes. Vol. I comprises Buddhist and Jaina Philosophy and the six systems of Hindu thought, viz.., Samkhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vaisesika, Mimamsa and Vedanta. It also contains the philosophy of the Yogavasistha, the Bhagavadgita and speculations in the medical schools. Vol. III contains an elaborate account of the Principal Dualistic and Pluralistic Systems such as the philosophy of the Pancaratra, Bhaskara, Yamuna, Ramanuja, Nimbarka, Vijnanabhiksu and philosophical speculations of some of the selected Puranas. Vol. IV deals with the Bhagavata Purana, Madhva and his School, Vallabha, Caitanya, Jiva Gosvami and Baladeva Vidyabhusana. Vol. V treats the Southern Schools of Saivism, viz., Saiva Siddhanta, Vira Saivism, philosophy of Srikantha. Saiva Philosophy in the Puranas and in some important texts. In the words of the Oxford Journal 'the collection of data, editing and the interpretation of every school of thought is a feat unparalleled in the field of history of philosophy.'

Language Arts Curriculum
Language Arts Curriculum

Author: M. Ediger

Publisher: Discovery Publishing House

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 362

ISBN-13: 9788171416578

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Contents: Objectives and the Learner, Linguistics and the Language Arts Curriculum, The Literature Curriculum, Speaking and the Pupil, Speaking Activities and the Pupil, Spelling and the Language Arts, Spelling in the Language Arts Curriculum, World Selection in the Spelling Curriculum, Vocabulary Development and the Pupil, Listening and the Pupil, Evaluation of Achievement in Language Arts, Reading and the Language Arts, Reading and Vocabulary Development, Reading and the Structure of the English Language, Designing the Reading Curriculum, Reading in the Content Areas, Making uses of Ideas Gleaned from Reading, Improving Teacher Questions in Reading Instruction, Testing and Evaluating Student Achievement in Reading, Handwriting and the Pupil, Writing in the Language Arts Curriculum, Writing Achievement in Education, Reading Poetry in the Language Arts, Poetry in the School, Grouping Pupils for Instruction.

Inspiring Experiences in Teacher Education
Inspiring Experiences in Teacher Education

Author: D.B. Rao

Publisher: Discovery Publishing House

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 266

ISBN-13: 9788171416561

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The teachers play a major role in implementing the policies and scheme formulated to achieve a breakthrough in the quantitative and qualitative improvement of education. It making the teachers, many innovative experiment are in practice along with traditional teacher education programmes. This book presents some such innovative teacher education programmes which are providing inspiring experiences in teacher education and training worldwide.

Teaching Social Studies
Teaching Social Studies

Author: Marlow Ediger

Publisher: Discovery Publishing House

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 9788183563574

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This classic Encyclopaedia of Enzymology has been compilated to provide an understanding of enzymology for university degree study and teaching. It comprehensively covers theory and applications of these biological life supporting catalysts in a readable book that will serve as a bridge to more advanced and specialized areas. It not only introduces the fundamentals and biochemistry of enzymes but also provides the molecular and experimental background. This unique piece of work compiled five volumes containing wealth of information for researchers, microbiologists, and biotechnologists. This excellent title is intended mainly for students taking degree course which have a substantial biochemistry component. The chief aim of this particular book is to help student understand the concepts involved in enzymology. An attempt has been made to give a perspective of each topic, and examples are quoted where appropriate. Volume Details: 1. Elements of Enzymology; 2. Chemistry of Enzymes; 3. Industrial Enzymology; 4. Enzyme Finger Printing; 5. Enzyme in Molecular Biology.

Methods of Teaching Life Sciences
Methods of Teaching Life Sciences

Author: G.B. Lakshmi

Publisher: Discovery Publishing House

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 9788171418046

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Contents: Introduction, The Conception, Fundamental Issues, Structural Setup, Objectives and Goals, Methods of Teaching, Teaching Aids, Systematic Learning, The Curriculum, Planning the Lessons, The Practicals, Assessment Process, Extra Curricular Programmes, Search for Talent, Teacher s Role.

Psychology And Curriculum
Psychology And Curriculum

Author: Marlow Ediger

Publisher: Discovery Publishing House

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13: 9788171416912

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Contents: The Psychology and Philosophy of Education, Important Historical Events in the Curriculum, Psychology of Parental Involvement in the Curriculum, The Psychology of Improving Teaching Quality, The Psychology of-Reading Instruction, Grouping and Organising for Instruction, Analyzing Student Difficulties in Reading, Quality Discipline in the Classroom, Societal Trends and the Curriculum, Curricular Issues in the School Setting, Design in the Science Curriculum, Quality in the Social Studies Curriculum, Reading, Mathematics, and Thought, Vocabulary Development and the Curriculum, Testing and Measurement of Pupil Achievement, Teacher Involvement to Evaluate Achievement.

Elementary Curriculum
Elementary Curriculum

Author: M. Ediger

Publisher: Discovery Publishing House

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 496

ISBN-13: 9788171416585

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The curriculum is the soul of the educational process, the heart of educational institution and the mind of the academic programme. It is the tool in the hands of the teachers to mould his students according to the goals of the education, and aims and objectives of the course. Any course cannot be conducted without a prescribed curriculum. More particularly, a definite as well as flexible curriculum at elementary level is needed as it is a combination of various subjects, skills, abilities, aptitudes and understanding. The present book on elementary curriculum is intended to guide preservice and inservice teachers to teach effectively, to provide insights to the curriculum designers to develop a suitable curriculum, to the writers to suggest suitable learning experiences, and to the parents to cooperate to realise the potentialities of their children. This book is touching all the important issues of curriculum, curriculum development, language arts, social studies, science, mathematics, assessment and evaluation.

Encyclopaedia of Indian Literature
Encyclopaedia of Indian Literature

Author: Amaresh Datta

Publisher: Sahitya Akademi

Published: 1987

Total Pages: 1038

ISBN-13: 9788126018031

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A Major Activity Of The Sahitya Akademi Is The Preparation Of An Encyclopaedia Of Indian Literature. The Venture, Covering Twenty-Two Languages Of India, Is The First Of Its Kind. Written In English, The Encyclopaedia Gives A Comprehensive Idea Of The Growth And Development Of Indian Literature. The Entries On Authors, Books And General Topics Have Been Tabulated By The Concerned Advisory Boards And Finalised By A Steering Committee. Hundreds Of Writers All Over The Country Contributed Articles On Various Topics. The Encyclopaedia, Planned As A Six-Volume Project, Has Been Brought Out. The Sahitya Akademi Embarked Upon This Project In Right Earnest In 1984. The Efforts Of The Highly Skilled And Professional Editorial Staff Started Showing Results And The First Volume Was Brought Out In 1987. The Second Volume Was Brought Out In 1988, The Third In 1989, The Fourth In 1991, The Fifth In 1992, And The Sixth Volume In 1994. All The Six Volumes Together Include Approximately 7500 Entries On Various Topics, Literary Trends And Movements, Eminent Authors And Significant Works. The First Three Volume Were Edited By Prof. Amaresh Datta, Fourth And Fifth Volume By Mohan Lal And Sixth Volume By Shri K.C.Dutt.