CHALLENGES IN THE FIELD OF TEACHER EDUCATION IN INDIA
Keywords:
Education, Teacher Education, Higher Education, India, CurriculumAbstract
Every student's education is crucial in determining the standard of education and, in turn, the destiny of a country. This study examines the various difficulties that India's teacher education system faces. Based on an extensive examination of extant literature, policy papers, and empirical data, this research endeavors to discern and scrutinize the principal impediments impeding the efficacious cultivation and readiness of educators within the Indian milieu. The study examines issues with teacher education program curriculum and pedagogy, emphasizing the need for a more modern and learner-centric strategy. It also looks at concerns related to the caliber and applicability of teacher preparation, highlighting the significance of matching teacher preparation to the changing demands of the educational system. Additionally, the study looks at the cultural and socioeconomic aspects of teacher education, concentrating on problems pertaining to the motivation, retention, and recruitment of future teachers. It also looks at how technology may be used to update teacher preparation methods. This study presents a thorough analysis of the obstacles facing Indian teacher education while also providing insights into possible approaches and changes that may be needed to overcome these obstacles. The results bear noteworthy consequences for educators, policymakers, and other stakeholders who are dedicated to improving the standard of teacher education and, by extension, the Indian education system as a whole.
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