Pedagogical Competency of Teacher Educators: An Explorative Analysis
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Innovative pedagogy, Pedagogical competency, Professional development, Teacher educationAbstract
This study aims to assess Pedagogical Competency (PCOM) among teacher educators with respect to gender, age, locality, type of institution, educational qualification and teaching experience. The researchers have adapted descriptive-cum-survey method with a view to knowing the current practices relating to PCOM among teacher educators. The sample comprised 190 educators working in TEIs in North 24 Parganas of West Bengal. A stratified random sampling technique was employed to collect the data. The Pedagogical Competency tool was developed and validated by the investigators using appropriate psychometric techniques. The study reveals that 69% of educators possess a moderate level of PCOM. There were significant differences in PCOM among educators due to variation in gender, age and teaching experience. In contrast, no significant difference is observed regarding locality, type of institution and educational qualification. The study offers valuable insights into factors influencing pedagogical competency, emphasizing the need for targeted professional development for less experienced and younger educators.
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