Educational Reforms: Perception of Primary School Teachers towards Online Training Program for Single National Curriculum (SNC)

Abstract

Single National Curriculum (SNC) has been developed and implemented at primary school level (grade 1-5). Training has been done in different rounds and phases. The researcher wants to investigate the problems faced by primary school teachers in online training and the perception of primary school teachers regarding multiple aspects of training. Research questions were developed. Sample consisted of primary school teacher (PSTs) was chosen by using purposive sampling technique. An interview protocol was validated by the experts. Mock interview was conducted in order to check the credibility. Data was collected by taking interviews and then thematic analysis was done. The problems were mainly non-familiarity with technology, lack of face-to-face interaction, internet connectivity, and bandwidth issues. Continuous training, multiple teaching strategies, behavioral and moral development, and assessment strategies were emphasized. The study also holds importance for stakeholders as it recommends improvement of certain aspects of training including continuity of training.