Scholarly Research Journal for Interdisciplinary Studies Online ISSN 2278-8808, SJIF 2021 = 7.380, http://www.srjis.com/issues_data?issueId=210 PEER REVIEWED & REFEREED JOURNAL, MAR-APR 2023, VOL- 10/76 https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8026529
FEEDBACK OF PRE SERVICE TEACHERS REGARDING THE COURSE ‘UNDERSTANDING SELF’
Prasad Joshi, Ph.D. Adarsha Comprehensive College of Education and Research Pune, A.C.C.E.R. Pune Email – 1968jpn@gmail.com
Abstract The present study focuses on analysis of the feedback given by Pre Service Teachers related to the course ‘Understanding Self’ in Bachelor of Education Two Years program. The objective of the study was to collect feedback and analyze responses focusing Life Skills. Survey method followed for collecting the feedback. Feedback sheet was a research tool having both closed and open ended questions. Only closed ended questions were analyzed in the study. Findings show that the responses of the pre service teacher indicate the life skills and how Life Skills can be included in the pre service teachers curriculum through the activities planned systematically in the course Understanding Self. Key words: Pre Service Teacher, Feedback, Life Skills Scholarly Research Journal's is licensed Based on a work at www.srjis.com
Introduction: The NEP 2020 emphasizes on moving from rote learning to enabling the learners to develop Life Skills so as to lead a competent, successful and an effective life. Life skills play an important role in how effectively a person deals with the various complexities that occur in their lives. Naturally life skills education should be an integral part of the Teacher education program. Good trained teachers who understand their own self in the context of Life Skills would be better equipped to impact it to their students in the classroom. Need and Importance of the Study: Life skills are crucial for pre-service teachers as they support personal all round development and enhance their performance in the school classroom. The
life skill Self-awareness helps pre-service teacher to enable them in understanding own strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats, and also biases. They learn to manage their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours effectively, promoting self-regulation and emotional intelligence. This self-awareness allows them to deal with challenging situations, handle stress, and maintain a positive mind set, which are essential for their overall development and classroom management. The life skills placed under the category of Social skills like Communication skills are essential for Pre-service teachers because strong communication and interpersonal Copyright © 2023, Scholarly Research Journal for Interdisciplinary Studies