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philosophy activities. and methodology of Work Education for specific Use of Community Resources Community resources may be utilized for effective implementation of the Work Education programme, but schools should also have funds to allocate minimum resources. Schoolss also take advantage of local business enterprises, workshops and work centres for work- site training. Instructional Strategies A variety of instructional strategies and methods should be adopted to effectively communicate the message to the students. The method adopted should be child-centred, practical, investigative and facilitate reinforcement of living skills. It should permit sharing of ideas, develop in-depth knowledge, understanding and skills and help in acquisition of positive attitude and values. It should also serve as a tool for bringing out creative expressions. Problem solving approach can be utilized to develop analytical and manipulative skills, especially at higher educational stage. Instructional Material National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has prepared instructional materials in the form of curriculum guides, handbooks, source books, manuals, exemplar materials etc. Schools may adopt/adapt these instructional materials after necessary modifications to suit their needs. The syllabus guidelines in Core and Elective areas will enable the teachers to implement Work Education with real conceptual interpretations. Instructional Methods New and dynamic methods, including the use of elective media are to be adopted with a view to inculcate among students curiosity, encouraging self-study and nurture problem-solving abilities. (a). Methods involving construction and creative activities y Drawing y Sketches y Cartoons y Posters y Diagrams 15