Is the destiny of students who offer Education as an academic discipline obscure ?
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Dr Chakpram Hemanta Singh
Recently, a notification was issued on 6th February, 2024 by the Directorate of Education (S) Government of Manipur on the Draft MPSC form 8 for bringing amendments in the Recruitment Rules of the following Graduate Teachers of the Department.
A) Arts Graduate Teacher, Science Graduate Teacher. Of these Arts Graduate Teachers, the Educational and other quali- fication required for direct recruits are mentioned. Essential qualifications are 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Arts with one of the subjects—Economics, Geography, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Commerce as Honors/ Core subject from a recognized University or Institute.
B) B.Ed or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institute. Further, it is mentioned that Master’s Degree in the same subject offered in Graduate Level are desirable and Weightage of 10 Marks for those holding Master’s Degree in the same relevant subject securing more than 55% shall be made for selection to the post. Unfortunately, the discipline –“Education” is not listed among the subjects. It is not known to me why the discipline –“Education” is not mentioned here. Those candidates who offered the subject–Education as Honors or General were eligible for Arts Graduate Teacher for the last many years.
I am of the opinion that Education should be allowed for Arts Graduate Teachers. The reason behind is that Education is considered as an academic discipline just like History, Political Science, Geography, Economics, Philo- sophy, Sociology, Psychology. Mention may be made that the Kothari Commission, also known as the Education Commission of India (1964-66), is credited with proposing the introduction of “Education” as a subject of study at the class XI and XII levels, as well as in undergraduate and master’s program and even PhD. The Commission aimed at examining the Indian Education system and recommended changes, including a structured 10+2+3 pattern, and emphasized the importance of integrating Education as a subject across various levels to promote understanding of the educational process.
It was focused on restructuring the education system in India, including introducing a uniform pattern and addressing issues like access to education and quality improvement. The significant recommendation are: Integrating “Education” as a subject across different levels of schooling and higher education.
In India, “Education as an academic discipline” is introduced from the XI Class up to the University level because it is considered crucial to equip students with a foundational understanding of the educational system, its philo- sophies, methodologies, and societal impact, allowing them to not only be informed learners but also potential future educators and policymakers who can critically analyze and contribute to the improvement of education practices in the country. (To be contd)
Recently, a notification was issued on 6th February, 2024 by the Directorate of Education (S) Government of Manipur on the Draft MPSC form 8 for bringing amendments in the Recruitment Rules of the following Graduate Teachers of the Department.
A) Arts Graduate Teacher, Science Graduate Teacher. Of these Arts Graduate Teachers, the Educational and other quali- fication required for direct recruits are mentioned. Essential qualifications are 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Arts with one of the subjects—Economics, Geography, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Commerce as Honors/ Core subject from a recognized University or Institute.
B) B.Ed or its equivalent from a recognized University or Institute. Further, it is mentioned that Master’s Degree in the same subject offered in Graduate Level are desirable and Weightage of 10 Marks for those holding Master’s Degree in the same relevant subject securing more than 55% shall be made for selection to the post. Unfortunately, the discipline –“Education” is not listed among the subjects. It is not known to me why the discipline –“Education” is not mentioned here. Those candidates who offered the subject–Education as Honors or General were eligible for Arts Graduate Teacher for the last many years.
I am of the opinion that Education should be allowed for Arts Graduate Teachers. The reason behind is that Education is considered as an academic discipline just like History, Political Science, Geography, Economics, Philo- sophy, Sociology, Psychology. Mention may be made that the Kothari Commission, also known as the Education Commission of India (1964-66), is credited with proposing the introduction of “Education” as a subject of study at the class XI and XII levels, as well as in undergraduate and master’s program and even PhD. The Commission aimed at examining the Indian Education system and recommended changes, including a structured 10+2+3 pattern, and emphasized the importance of integrating Education as a subject across various levels to promote understanding of the educational process.
It was focused on restructuring the education system in India, including introducing a uniform pattern and addressing issues like access to education and quality improvement. The significant recommendation are: Integrating “Education” as a subject across different levels of schooling and higher education.
In India, “Education as an academic discipline” is introduced from the XI Class up to the University level because it is considered crucial to equip students with a foundational understanding of the educational system, its philo- sophies, methodologies, and societal impact, allowing them to not only be informed learners but also potential future educators and policymakers who can critically analyze and contribute to the improvement of education practices in the country. (To be contd)