Education
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Training Gaps in Subject-Specific Pedagogy in Distance B.Ed. Programs
This study investigates the training gaps in subject‑specific pedagogy within distance Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) programs. As distance education expands, ensuring prospective teachers receive robust pedagogical preparation in their chosen subject areas remains critical. Through a…
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Microteaching and Its Role in Improving Teaching Practice
Microteaching has emerged as a powerful teacher education technique aimed at refining teaching skills through iterative practice, feedback, and reflection. Originating in the early 1960s at Stanford University, microteaching involves teaching a short lesson to a…
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Stress and Coping Mechanisms Among Government School Teachers
This study investigates the prevalence of occupational stress and the coping mechanisms employed by government school teachers. Teaching in government-run institutions often entails high workloads, limited resources, and socio‑economic challenges that can exacerbate stress levels. Adopting…
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Impact of Language Proficiency on Subject Teaching in English-Medium Schools
— This study investigates the impact of teachers’ language proficiency on the effectiveness of subject teaching in English-medium schools. With the rapid expansion of English-medium instruction worldwide, teacher competency in English has become critical for delivering…
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A Study on Personality and Mental Health of Secondary School Students in Thanjavur District
— The present study investigates the personality and mental health of secondary school students in Thanjavur District. Using a survey method, data were collected from a representative sample of secondary school students to assess their levels…
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Professional Learning Communities in Private Schools: A Feasibility Study
This feasibility study explores the implementation of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) within private school settings, focusing on factors that enable or inhibit collaborative teacher learning, instructional improvement, and organizational change. Drawing on a mixed-methods design, the…
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Perception of Teacher Effectiveness Among High School Students
— This study investigates high school students’ perceptions of teacher effectiveness, an essential yet underexplored indicator of educational quality. Drawing on a quantitative research design, data were collected via a structured survey administered to 600 students…
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Teacher Autonomy and Curriculum Adaptation in CBSE Schools
— Teacher autonomy and curriculum adaptation are critical factors influencing the effectiveness of instructional delivery and student outcomes in Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) schools in India. This study investigates the extent to which CBSE…
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Teacher Motivation and Performance in Semi-Urban Schools
This study examines the relationship between teacher motivation and performance in semi-urban schools, exploring how intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors influence instructional quality, classroom management, and student outcomes. A quantitative, descriptive-correlational design was employed, involving a…