The BEd programme refers to the Bachelor of Education degree. It is an undergraduate academic degree that focuses on preparing students to become educators and teachers. The primary objective of the BEd programme is to equip aspiring teachers with the necessary knowledge, skills, and understanding of teaching methodologies, educational psychology, curriculum development, classroom management, and other relevant subjects.

The programme duration is two years and includes a mix of theoretical coursework, practical teaching experience, and sometimes, research projects or internships in educational settings.

During the BEd programme, students may have the opportunity to specialize in specific subjects or age groups, such as elementary education, special education, early childhood education, or subject-specific teaching like math or science education.

BEd program in the institution includes options such as –

English Education
Malayalam Education
Mathematical Education
Physical science Education
Natural science Education
Social science education

1.The college offers 2 year (4 Semesters) B.Ed Programme in the aided stream.

2.Affiliated to the M.G University, Kottayam.

3.Admissions to the programme are done as per the norms of the affiliating university and the NCTE.

4.The annual intake is 2 Units (100 Seats).

5.The institution offers optional subjects like

  • English Education
  • Malayalam Education
  • Mathematics Education
  • Physical Science Education
  • Natural Science Education and
  • Social Science Education in B.Ed Programme.

6.The curriculum design of the programme is in tune with the guidelines of NCFTE (2009), NCTE (2014)and NCERT.

7.The college plans a plethora of activities that are conducive for empowering her students to be globally employable.

The 2 year B.Ed Programme in St Joseph College of Teacher Education for Women, Ernakulam is designed to enable the student teachers to develop into confident professionals who can meaningfully contribute in the education sector. On Successful completion of the course the student teacher will reflect the following:

PO1- Contextual Competencies—the student teachers will have a wider view of the development of education in society and teachers’ role in it .

PO2 Conceptual Competencies— student teachers will have an understanding of concepts of education and learning and psychological, sociological and neuro-physiological aspects of education.

PO3- Curricular and Content Competencies—the student teachers will have the necessary Knowledge, skills and strategies to engage and interact with the content related to secondary and higher Secondary stage of education in meaningful and flexible ways.

PO4- Transactional Competencies— the student teachers will be able to effectively and meaningfully transact the content integrating values, to the students .

PO5 -Competencies in Other Educational Activities— the student teachers will be capable of planning and organizing morning assembly, arts day, sports day, seminars, webinars, club activities, exhibitions, excursions, fieldtrips, camp, observance of important days and events, responding to social issues etc.

PO6- Competencies Related to Teaching-Learning Materials— the student teachers will develop Teaching-Learning materials, models charts, work books, programmed learning materials, improvised aids, e-books, online learning materials and use available ICT resources for meaningful learning of content. ST JOSEPH COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION FOR WOMEN, ERNAKULAM

PO7- Evaluation Competencies—the student teachers will be able to prepare, select and use appropriate evaluation tools- psychological tests, achievement tests, diagnostic tests etc. and analyse the test results and provide feedback.

PO8- Management Competencies— the student teachers with their skills for effective communication and interpersonal interactions will influence student behavior to create an environment conducive to learning by keeping students organized, orderly, focused, attentive, on-task, and academically productive.

PO9- Competencies Related to Parental Contact and Co- operation—the student teachers will have the necessary skills for effective communication essential for building school-family partnerships, covering activities of Parent Teachers Association etc;

PO10-Competencies Related to Community Contact and Cooperation— the student teachers will actively engage in activities of mutual interest for institutional as well as community development, they will be able to undertake action research, surveys, cooperate with governmental and non governmental agencies in developmental activities of the society and will respond proactively to social issues.

PO11- Advocates of nature- The student teacher will be stewards of nature.

PO12 – Social Resilience The student teachers will understand about social entities and tolerate, absorb and cope up with adverse conditions of life by leading a life imbued in faith.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSO) of B.Ed Programme

The Student Teacher Will:-

PSO1-uphold the value system based on the cultural, social, political and moral bases of Indian society

PSO2- Tidentify and solve the prevalent major social and environmental issues / challenges and equip the classroom learner to face those challenges.

PSO3- become technologically competent and realize the importance of ICT and e- learning and integrate and apply ICT in facilitating teaching-learning process and in school management

PSO4- apply the theoretical and practical information to get a holistic understanding about the importance of nurturing positive attitudes, skills and healthy behavior for living in the present and future.

PSO5- imbibe the aptitude for understanding the principles and practices related to the varied psychological, sociological and philosophical areas to facilitate productive cognition.

PSO6- be fluent in communicative English which will help them to communicate well in diverse settings and groups.

PSO7- conceptualize different formal and informal evidence based performance assessment strategies and develop ability to evaluate the continuous intellectual, social and physical development of the learners

PSO8- incorporate drama and art education to nurture children’s creativity and aesthetic sensibilities.

PSO9- develop critical thinking skills through strategies that encourage precise approach to inquiry, collaboration and active participation in the classrooms.

PS10-apply a variety of communication, instructional, and assessment strategies for facilitating learning, in their teaching during Induction and Internship.

PSO11- demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement and urge to excel through reflective practices.

PSO12- develop a broad repertoire, of perspectives, professional capacities teacher sensibilities and skills during Induction and Internship

PSO13- learn to live together by sharing duties and responsibilities and develop social responsibility, dignity of labour, social, moral and cultural values through community living camps

PSO14- acquaint themselves with the process of organizing /conducting a study tour/field work.

SEMESTER I

CORE COURSES

EDU 101: CONTEMPORARY INDIA AND EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- appreciate the Educational Heritage of India.

CO2- understand the nature of education as a discipline and its correlation with other disciplines.

CO3- comprehend the basic features of Indian constitution and its implication in education.

CO4- critically examine the pivotal issues of contemporary India.CO5- analyse vision, aims of education and recommendations of various commissions after independence in shaping the present education system of India.

CO6- evaluate the basic concepts/issues of education with reference to NCF (2005) and NCFTE (2009).

Co7- discuss the emerging dimensions of teacher education and professional growth of teachers

EDU 102: CHILDHOOD AND GROWING UP

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- understand the basic concepts and principles of Educational Psychology

CO2- understand the characteristics of human growth and development in childhood and adolescence and the developmental process of the individual in different dimensions.

CO3- help adolescents in better adjustment and development

CO4- understand the nature of motivation in learning as relevant to classroom management

CO5- understand the mental processes of learners

Co6- apply psychological principles in the teaching learning process effectively CO7- understand the concept of intelligence

CO8- acquaint with various tests related to intelligence

CO9- understand the strategies for enhancing effective memorization in children

EDU 103: DEVELOPMENTS AND RESOURCES IN EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- understands the nature, scope and various forms of educational technology.

CO2- know the modes of development of self learning material.

CO3- develop the ability for critical appraisal of the audio-visual media.

CO4- develop basic skills in the production of different types of instructional material.

CO5- know the recent innovations and future perspectives of Educational Technology.

CO6- blend the merits of multimedia in the process of teaching and learning

CO7- develop an awareness about the application of information technology in the process of learning.

CO8- recognize the importance of effective communication and interaction in classroom.

CO9- apply appropriate instructional approaches in teaching and learning.

PEDAGOGIC COURSES

EDU 104.11: UNDERSTANDING THE DISCIPLINE OF ENGLISH EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- justify the relevance of English language learning and teaching.

CO2- develop authentic classroom practices based on theoretical underpinnings.

CO3- apply an integrated approach in developing the four-fold language skills. CO4- develop the ability for self-study.

EDU 105.11: LEARNING TO FUNCTION AS AN ENGLISH TEACHER

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- use appropriate strategies to develop the target skills or sub-skills.

CO2- understand the important contribution of the various methods in enrichinglanguage.

CO3- create a positive learning environment by ensuring involvement of all the learners.

CO4- apply relevant strategies to develop the target language.

CO5- use English appropriately when explaining, instructing, prompting, eliciting, conveying meaning, and motivating learners.

CO6- monitor learners and provide feedback on language and tasks, including oral or written correction.

EDU 104.12: UNDERSTANDING THE DISCIPLINE OF MALAYALAM EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- analyze the interrelationships of disciplines like ICT, Theatre, Drama and other languages in teaching Malayalam.

CO2- examine how the language skills can be practiced in an effective way in different levels of schooling .

CO3- analyse the importance of objective based and competency based instruction · acquaint with aims and objectives of teaching Malayalam .

CO4- understand Bloom’s Taxonomy of educational objectives.

CO5- differentiate curricular objectives and instructional objectives .

CO6- analyze importance of learning grammar in language classes and ways to transact the same.

EDU 105.12: LEARNING TO FUNCTION AS MALAYALAM TEACHER

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- critically examine teaching learning processes that incorporate inquiry, discovery, conceptual development, activity based and brain based learning within the classroom

CO2- practice the techniques of drama and theatre in the process of teaching and learning to nurture children’s creativity and aesthetic sensibilities

CO3- explore the instructional options available to support learning.

CO4- relate the understanding of the concepts acquired, with what children bring to the classroom from their environment and experience, given their diverse backgrounds and interests.

CO5- develop diverse processes throughout the year to ensure better motivation and learning, and help children for self assessment with insights about learning.

EDU 104.16: UNDERSTANDING THE DISCIPLINE OF MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- inquire into the contribution of eminent mathematicians.

CO2- appreciate the significance of Mathematics as a Discipline.

CO3- get a perspective on scope of Mathematics.

CO4- make sense of the, aims, objectives and skills of teaching Mathematics.

CO5- internalize the values of teaching mathematics.

CO6- gain an insight of the Interdisciplinary Nature of Mathematics.

CO7- endow with the significance of Taxonomy of instructional objectives of teaching Mathematics

EDU 105.16: LEARNING TO FUNCTION AS MATHEMATICS TEACHER

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:CO1- explore the distinctive features of varied instructional approaches, techniques and methods of teaching MathematicsCO2- equip with innovative strategies of mathematics teachingCO3- entwine models of differentiated teaching in effectual instructional practices of Mathematics education.CO4- fine-tune themselves as innovative pedagogic practitioner

EDU 104 .17: UNDERSTANDING THE DISCIPLINE OF PHYSICAL SCIENCE EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- acquaint with the history of Science as a discipline

CO2-inquire into the contribution of eminent Scientists

CO3- appreciate the conception and significance of Science as a Discipline.

CO4- get a perspective on scope of Science

CO5- make sense of the, aims, objectives and skills of teaching Physical Science in order to adopt a holistic Approach at Primary, Secondary and Higher Secondary levels.

CO6- internalize the values of teaching Physical Science

CO7- gain an insight of the Interdisciplinary Nature of Physical Science and Correlate it with other subjects for effective classroom teaching.

CO8- understand the significance of taxonomy of instructional objectives of teaching physical science.

EDU 105.17: LEARNING TO FUNCTION AS PHYSICAL SCIENCE TEACHER

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- explore the distinctive features of varied instructional approaches, techniques and methods of teaching Physical Science.

CO2- equip with innovative strategies of Physical Science teaching

CO3- interweave models of differentiated teaching in effectual instructional practices of Physical Science education.

CO4- fine-tune themselves as innovative pedagogic practitioner.

CO5- develop an understanding about individual difference and its remediation.

CO6- outfit prospective teachers in up surging skills for effectual teaching in Physical Science

EDU 104.18: UNDERSTANDING THE DISCIPLINE OF NATURAL SCIENCE EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

>CO1- acquaint with the evolution of Natural science as a discipline.

CO2- understand the psychological bases of Natural science education.

CO3- identify the role of Natural science in the social realm.

CO4- apply the theoretical background of Natural Science in teaching.

CO5- internalise the values of teaching Natural Science.

CO6- gain an insight of the interdisciplinary nature of Natural Science and correlate it with other subjects for effective classroom teaching.

CO7- appreciate that science is a dynamic and expanding body of knowledge.

EDU 105.18 – LEARNING TO FUNCTION AS NATURAL SCIENCE TEACHER

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- explore the distinctive features of various approaches, techniques, methods and devises of teaching natural science.

CO2- critically examine teaching learning processes that incorporate inquiry, discovery, conceptual development ,activity based learning etc. within the classroom.

CO3- develop the lesson plans based on the Models of Teaching.

CO4- develop diverse processes throughout the year to ensure better motivation and learning, and help children for self assessment with insights about learning.

CO5- understand the concept, tools and techniques of evaluation.

CO6- explore diverse methods and tools for assessing an array of learning/performance outcomes of diverse learners.

EDU 104.19: UNDERSTANDING THE DISCIPLINE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- acquaint with the history of Social Science as a discipline

CO2- conceptualize the background of Social Science and evaluate its practicability.

CO3- examine how the content was selected, framed in the syllabus, and how it could be transformed so that the learners construct their own knowledge through it.

CO4- internalize the aims and objectives of teaching Social Studies/Social Science in order to adopt a holistic approach at the Primary, Secondary and Higher Secondary levels.

CO5- evaluate the interdisciplinary nature of Social Science and correlate it with the other subjects for effective classroom teaching.

CO6- apply the theoretical background of Social Science to teaching.

CO7- develop positive attitudes and proper value systems based on the Cultural, Moral, Social and Political basis of Indian society.

CO8- Conceptualise the educational objectives of teaching social science

EDU 105.19: LEARNING TO FUNCTION AS SOCIAL SCIENCE TEACHER

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- critically examine teaching learning processes that incorporate Inquiry, Discovery, Conceptual Development ,Activity Based and Brain Based learning within the classroom

CO2- practice the techniques of Drama and Theatre in the process of teaching and learning to nurture children’s creativity and aesthetic sensibilities

CO3- explore the instructional options available to support learning.

CO4- train essential micro teaching skill for effective teaching

CO5- relate the understanding of the concepts acquired, with what children bring to the classroom from their environment and experience, given their diverse backgrounds and interests.

CO6- develop diverse processes throughout the year to ensure better motivation and learning, and help children for self assessment with insights about learning.

ASSOCIATE COURSE-ELECTIVE

EDU 106.11 HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- develop positive attitude towards health

CO2- gain knowledge about various hypo kinetic and communicable diseases and its prevention

CO3- acquire knowledge about nutrition ,energy requirement and expenditure CO4- understand the practice of Yogasanas and its importance

CO5- organize and assist in the conduct of sports and games

CO6- apply the techniques of First Aid

CO7- develop awareness about physical fitness

EDU106.12 : GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- acquaint with the nature of guidance and counselling

CO2- develop ability to organize guidance programmes in school.

CO3- understand the counseling process

CO4- develop the skills and qualities needed for a counsellor

CO5- develop the ability to provide counseling to children and adolescents

EDU 106.13: ELEMENTARY EDUCATION On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- understand the need, concept, and scope of elementary education in historical perspectives.

CO2- enable the prospective teachers to understand the development of elementary education in India and about the different constitutional provisions related to education

CO3- acquaint the prospective teachers with different educational reports and policies on elementary education.

CO4- acquaint the prospective teachers with the programmes for achieving UEE

CO5- understand the recent changes in curriculum structuring and the mode of curriculum transaction at elementary level

CO6- gain insight into the role of various organisation in the quality improvement of elementary education

EDU 106.14 : ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to:

CO1- understand the Multidisciplinary nature of environmental education.

CO2- realise the interdependence of life and environment and the need for preservationof our cultural heritage.

CO3- think critically, ethically, and creatively while evaluating environmental issues and making judgments.

CO4- develop a sense of responsibility and favorable attitudes, values and skills towards protection and conservation of environment, biodiversity and sustainable development.

CO5- know the importance of undertaking Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

CO6- develop awareness about rules, regulations and legal provisions for protection, preservation and conservation of the environment.

CO7- understand different strategies for environmental education and apply them effectively.

SEMESTER II

CORE COURSES

EDU 201: KNOWLEDGE AND CURRICULUM

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to

CO1- appreciate the philosophical contributions of India to the world

>CO2- analyse the basic principles of various schools of philosophy.

CO3- find out the inter-relationship between philosophy and education.

CO4- evaluate the need and the basic principles of sociology.

CO5- comprehend the trends in social changes and their impact on education. CO6- elaborate education is in the sociological perspectives.

CO7- critically evaluate the practices of paedocentric and activity centered education

CO8- understand the foundations of curriculum construction

CO9- apply the principles of effective management of the schools.

EDU 202 : LEARNING AND TEACHING

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to

CO1-understand the process of learning and different approaches to the teaching learning process

CO2- understand different perspectives of schools of psychology on learning

CO3- get acquainted with the individual differences among and within the individual

CO4- identify and cater to the educational needs of various types of children CO5- help student teachers to develop leadership skills

CO6- understand the characteristics of children with special needs and help them provide appropriate learning in accordance with their needs

CO7- acquaint student teachers with group dynamics

CO8- understand the concept of transfer of learning and apply the principles to foster maximum positive transfer

EDU 203 : ASSESSMENT FOR LEARNING

>On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- familiarize with the latest trends in evaluation

CO2- get a perspective on scope of assessment and evaluation

CO3- develop appropriate assessment instruments for students

CO4- appreciate the role of teacher as a researcher

CO5- develop competencies to evaluate learning

CO6- apply the essentials of statistics in process of evaluation

PEDAGOGIC COURSES

EDU 204.11 : PEDAGOGICAL DIMENSIONS OF ENGLISH

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- assume accountability for the teaching-learning process

CO2- apply relevant strategies to develop the target language

CO3- analyze the content with respect to the relevant aims of teaching the target language

CO4- design instruction catering to the diverse needs of the language classroom

CO5-judge the efficacy of teaching through self-assessment

CO6- evaluate the language skills of learners and provide remediation

EDU205.11 : CURRICULUM AND RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT IN ENGLISH EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- understand the principles of curriculum construction with special reference to English teaching.

CO2-modify the curriculum so as to address student needs.

CO3- develop competency in distinguishing different types of curriculum.

CO4- use the resources and instructional support effectively to transact the curriculum

CO5-organize activities related to the English club for developing communicative skills.

EDU 204.12 : PEDAGOGICAL DIMENSIONS OF MALAYALAM

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- analyze the nature of the school subject, its relation to disciplinary knowledge and its social history as a subject in the school curriculum.

CO2- explore pedagogical approaches for the teaching of the subject at different stages of school

CO3- develop a deeper theoretical understanding of how children in diverse and social contexts construct knowledge

CO4- apply Innovative teaching-learning strategies and acquaint oneself with ICT enabled Teaching

CO5- analyze the content areas of Malayalam Textbooks for Standard VIII-XII CO6- practice diverse methods and prepare tools for assessing an array of learning/performance outcomes of diverse learners.

EDU 205.12 : CURRICULUM AND RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT IN MALAYALAM EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- identify various dimensions of curriculum and their relationship with the aims of education

CO2- examine the role of the hidden curriculum and children’s resilience

CO3- decide on the curriculum best suited to address students’ need and changes in society.

CO4- develop competency in evaluating a language curriculum and its elements

CO5- critically analyse various samples of textbooks, children’s literature , teacher’s handbooks and e- learning resources

CO6- utilize various resources and activities to promote effective teaching and learning

EDU 204.16 : PEDAGOGICAL DIMENSIONS OF MATHEMATICS

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- capacitate systematic planning of instruction and develop skill in charting lesson designs

CO2- apprehend the pedagogy of Mathematics of Secondary level

CO3- acquaint with concept of techno Pedagogy and understand the role of the teacher as a techno-pedagogue

CO4- augment the levels of teaching competence by synchronizing IT in teaching

CO5-conceptualize the ideology of Constructivism in Mathematics teaching

EDU 205.16 : CURRICULUM AND RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- acquaint with the concept and functions of curriculum.

CO2- gain a perspective on the principles and approaches of curriculum construction.

CO3- identify different types of curriculum.

CO4- become proficient in analyzing Mathematics curriculum.

CO5- familiarize the nature and functions of various learning resources

CO6- get acquainted with online resources to uphill the level of teaching performance

EDU 204.17 : PEDAGOGICAL DIMENSIONS OF PHYSICAL SCIENCE

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- capacitate systematic planning of instruction and develop skill in charting lesson designs

CO2- apprehend the pedagogy of Physical Science of Higher Secondary and Secondary level

CO3- acquaint with practices of feedback mechanisms and online assessment tools and techniques

CO4- acquaint with concept of techno Pedagogy and understand the role of the teacher as a techno-pedagogue

CO5- augment the levels of teaching competence by synchronizing IT in teaching

EDU 205.17 : CURRICULUM AND RESOURSE DEVELOPMENT IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- acquaint with the concept and functions of curriculum.

CO2- gain a perspective on the principles and approaches of curriculum construction.

CO3- identify different types of curriculum.

CO4- become proficient in analyzing physical science curriculum.

CO5-familiarize the nature and functions of various instructional resources CO6- explore e- resources to augment the level of teaching performance.

EDU 204.18 : PEDAGOGICAL DIMENSIONS OF NATURAL SCIENCE

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- analyze the nature of the school subject, its relation to disciplinary knowledge.

CO2- develop insight on taxonomy of educational objectives

CO3-to acquaint with concept of techno Pedagogy and understand the role of the teacher as a techno-pedagogue

CO4- develop a deeper theoretical understanding of how children in diverse and social contexts construct knowledge

CO5- acquaint with developing year plan, unit plan, lesson plan and feedback mechanisms, assessment tools and techniques

CO6-apply Innovative teaching-learning strategies and acquaint oneself with ICT enabled Teaching skills and competency

CO7- analyze the content areas of Life Science Textbooks for standard VI-X

EDU 205. 18: CURRICULUM AND RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT IN NATURAL SCIENCE EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :- CO1- identify various dimensions of curriculum and their relationship with the aims of education

CO2- examine the role of the hidden curriculum and children’s resilience

CO3- decide on the curriculum best suited to address students’ need and changes in society.

CO4- develop competency in evaluating a curriculum and its elements

CO5- critically analyze various samples of textbooks, children’s literature , teacher’s handbooks and e- learning resources

CO6- utilize various resources and activities to promote effective teaching and learning

EDU 204.19: PEDAGOGICAL DIMENSIONS OF SOCIAL SCIENCE

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- acquaint with the significance Psychological bases of Social Science Education

CO2- analyze the nature of the school subject, its relation to disciplinary knowledge and its social history as a subject in the school curriculum.

CO3- explore pedagogical approaches for the teaching of the subject at different stages of school

CO4- develop a deeper theoretical understanding of how children in diverse and social contexts construct knowledge

CO5- ·apply innovative teaching-learning strategies and acquaint oneself with ICT enabled teaching

CO6- examine the possibilities of Multimedia for learning and instruction.

CO7- analyze the content areas of Social Science Textbooks for Standard VI-X CO8- practice diverse methods and prepare tools for assessing an array of learning/performance outcomes of diverse learners.

EDU 205.19 : CURRICULUM AND RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT IN SOCIAL SCIENCE EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- identify the various dimensions of curriculum and their relationship with the aims of education

CO2- examine the role of the hidden curriculum and children’s resilience

CO3- decide on the curriculum best suited to address students’ need and changes in society.

CO4- develop competency in evaluating a curriculum and its elements

CO5- critically analyse various samples of textbooks, children’s literature , teacher’s handbooks and e- learning resources

CO6- utilize the various resources and activities to promote effective teaching and learning

SEMESTER III

ASSOCIATE COURSE

EDU 301 : LANGUAGE ACROSS THE CURRICULUM

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- create sensitivity to the language diversity that exists in the classrooms. CO2- understand models of language teaching and learning

CO3-develop competence in analysing current school practices and coming up with appropriate alternatives.

CO4-appreciate interdisciplinary approach and relevance of classroom oral and written discourses.

CO5-develop strategies for using language to promote learning in the subject area.

CO6- effectively prepare teaching manuals and construct achievement tests and diagnostic tests, ICT based teaching and learning.

SEMESTER IV

CORE COURSES

EDU 401: GENDER, SCHOOL AND SOCEITY

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- develop basic understanding and familiarity with key concepts – gender, gender bias, gender stereotype, empowerment, gender parity, equity and equality, patriarchy and feminism;

CO2- understand the gradual paradigm shift from women’s studies to gender Studies and some important landmarks in connection with gender and education in the historical and contemporary period;

CO3- learn about gender issues in school, curriculum, textual materials across disciplines, pedagogical processes and its intersection with class, caste, religion and region; and

CO4- understand the role of social medias on perpetuating gender notions in Indian society.

EDU 402: PERSONALITY DYNAMICS IN EDUCATION

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- understand the relevance of Intelligence, IQ, EQ, and SQ in learning and teaching.

CO2- understand the characteristics of mature personality

CO3- understand the different approaches to personality

CO4- apply the principles of eco-psychology in conservation of natural resources

CO5- help learners develop proper attitude towards outdoor education

CO6- understand the significance of life-skills in leading a successful and happy life

CO7- understand the basic principles and issues related to Inclusive education CO8- acquaint with experience related to inclusive education

PEDAGOGIC COURSES

EDU 403.11 : PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF AN ENGLISH TEACHER

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- develop personal and professional competencies as a teacher.

CO2- handle challenges in language education with responsibility.

CO3- direct the mode of teaching in a professional manner.

>CO4- reflect on practices in promoting values and humane attitudes.

CO5- participate in professional development activities.

CO6- understand the challenges in teaching English with reference to recent trends.

EDU 403.12 : PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF MALAYALAM TEACHER

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- develop Professional and Personal self as a Malayalam teacher

CO2- create and widen the popular base for human values, namely freedom, trust, mutual respect, respect for diversity, etc

CO3- develop the special concern of Mother tongue as a unique means to Promote Nationalism, Universalism and Secularism

CO4- identify and resolve the major challenges faced by our Mother tongue And make use of the knowledge in nurturing/equipping the learner to face those challenges

EDU 403.16: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF MATHEMATICS TEACHER

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- cognicize with the essential qualities, duties and responsibilities of Mathematics Teacher.

CO2- develop personal and professional competencies as a teacher.

CO3- familiarize with the reflective practices for nurturing professionalism CO4- conscientize with the recent research trends in Mathematics education CO5- inculcate a broader perspective on the varied activities enriching Mathematics Teaching and learning.

CO6- shape their vision and mission as a professional

EDU 403.17: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF PHYSICAL SCIENCE TEACHER

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- cognicize with the essential qualities, duties and responsibilities of Physical Science Teacher.

CO2- understand the diverse angles of professional spirit.

CO3- tone up with the rudiments of reflective practices for nurturing professionalism

CO4- conscientize with the recent research trends in Science education

CO5- inculcate a broader perspective on the varied activities enrichingscience Teaching and learning.

CO6- shape their vision and mission as a professional

EDU 403.18: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF NATURAL SCIENCE TEACHER

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- develop professional and personal self

CO2- inculcate the essential qualities, duties and responsibilities of a Natural Science Teacher

CO3-create and widen the base for human values, namely freedom, trust, mutual respect, respect for diversity, etc

CO4- develop the special concern of Science as a means to Promote Nationalism, Universalism and Secularism

CO5- analyse different dimensions of social reality in the class, and work towards creating increasing self-awareness amongst themselves and in the learners

CO6- identify and resolve the major challenges faced by our society and make use of the scientific knowledge in nurturing/equipping the learner to face those challenges

EDU 403.19 : PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIAL SCIENCE TEACHER

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- develop Professional and Personal self

CO2- create and widen the popular base for human values, namely freedom, trust, mutual respect and respect for diversity

CO3- develop the special concern of Social Science as a unique means to Promote Nationalism, Universalism and Secularism

CO4- analyze different dimensions of social reality in the class, and work towards creating increase of self-awareness amongst themselves and in the learners.

CO5- identify and resolve the major challenges faced by our society and make use of the knowledge in nurturing/equipping the learner to face those challenges

CO6- appreciate the rich cultural heritage of India

CO7- develop Research Aptitude to promote an in-depth study on the different areas of the Subject

EDU 404.5 : COMMUNICATIVE ENGLISH

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- work with a set of materials to provide them with the necessary skills to comprehend and produce written and oral ‘texts,’

CO2- build on active knowledge of lexical resources and grammar in English

CO3- enhance the latent vocational skills through intensive training in developing proficiency in English language .

CO4- develop communicative skills in various contexts.

CO5- contribute to the personal social and professional development.

Practical Courses

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Semester I- EDU107.3 Semester II- EDU206.3 Semester III- EDU302.3 Semester IV- EDU404.3

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- plan and implement a variety of developmentally appropriate instructional strategies to develop physically educated individuals

CO2- demonstrate understanding of how individuals learn and develop and can provide opportunities that support students’ physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.

CO3-develop and reinforce cooperative behaviour

CO4- establish lifelong fitness goals

CO5- get an awareness about the intra mural and extra mural competitions

CO6- conduct and organize sports meet

CO7-know about the various track and field events

CO8- get an awareness about First Aid for various emergencies.

DRAMA AND ART IN EDUCATION

Semester I- EDU107.4 Semester II- EDU206.4 Semester III- EDU302.4 Semester IV- EDU404.4

On completion of the course, the student teacher would be able to :-

CO1- appreciate India’ s largest collections of songs, music, dance, theatre, folk traditions, performing arts, rites and rituals, paintings and writings, literature that are known, as the ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage’ (ICH) of humanity.

CO2- integrate the school curriculum with various domains of knowledge as envisaged by NCF 2005

CO3- evaluate significant role of Art, Music ,Drama and Theatre in Education CO4- interlink education with culture and nurture children’s creativity and aesthetic sensibilities

CO5- move beyond the classroom and involve the community to participate in educational and social change

CO6- expand the landscapes of children’s art, perceive their world and explore ways to assess their work.

CO7- internalize the understanding generated in a group and is carried forward by the individual in diverse personal and social contexts