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How to use the Study Material

Congratulation! You have accepted the challenge to be a self-learner. NIOS is with you at
every step and has developed the self-learning material in ‘Early Childhood Care and Education’
with the help of ateam of experts, keeping you in mind. If you follow the instructions given,
then you will be able to get the best out of this material. The relevant icons used in the material
will guide you. These icons have been explained below for your convenience.
Title: It gives a clear indication of the contents within. Do read it.

Learning Outcomes : These are statements that explain what you are expected to
learn from the lesson. The objectives will also help you to check what you have
learnt after you have gone through the lesson. Do read them.
Notes: Each page carries empty space in the side margins, for you to write important
points or make notes.

Intext Questions: Very short answer self check questions are asked after every
section, the answers to which are given at the end of the lesson. These will help you
to check your progress. Do solve them. Successful completion will allow you to
decide whether to proceed further or go back and learn again.

Suggested Activities: Certain activities have been suggested for better understanding
of the concept.
What You Have Learnt:This is the summary of the main points of the lesson. It will
help in recapitulation and revision. You are welcome to add your own points to it
also.

Terminal Exercises: These are long and short questions that provide an opportunity
to practice for a clear understanding of the whole topic.
Answers to Intext Questions:These will help you to know how correctly you have
answered the questions.

Glossary: An alphabetical list of difficult words related to subject used in lessons
has been provided and explained for better understanding.

Web Resources: These websites provide extended learning. Necessary information
has been included in the content and you may refer to these for more information.