Areas of Study
The D.El.Ed. course covers a range of subjects, including foundation subjects, and also includes specialisation in subjects or educational levels.
- Educational Psychology
- Philosophy of Education
- Sociology of Education
- Subject & level specialisation
- Pedagogical subjects
- School Internship
Course Structure
The students will follow the course prescribed by the NCTE & BSEB, Patna for the 2-year D.El.Ed. course as and when notified.
| Year | Papers | School Internship | Marks / Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | 12 papers (F1 to F12) | 4 weeks | 1000 marks or 40 credits (internal and external) |
| 2nd Year | 9 papers (S1 to S9), with most of the focus on pedagogical subjects | 16 weeks | 1000 marks or 40 credits |
Programme Learning Outcomes
By the end of the D.El.Ed. programme, the students will be able to:
- Develop a dedicated elementary school where teachers become instrumental in the reconstruction of society.
- Consider the interrelationship, rapport and coordination among teachers, children and the community.
- Develop the knowledge, pedagogic skills and positive predisposition required to be effective elementary teachers.
- Acquire new tools and techniques to respond effectively to the challenges of elementary education.
- Address the needs of diverse learners in elementary schools and work in coordination with the community.
- Nurture their learning style by using ICT, Work Education, Visual Arts and Performing Arts as tools of pedagogy.
- Develop their aptitude to communicate, demonstrate and practise to deliver the curriculum effectively.
- Encourage creative and independent thinking and construct their own knowledge.
- Construct their understanding of pedagogic approaches and link the theory and practice of elementary education.
- Understand the social and psychological contexts of children and handle them with sensitivity and compassion.
- Learn issues related to inclusive education, life skills education, gender perspectives, environmental concerns, community knowledge, independent thinking, innovation and creativity for elementary-level learners.
- Promote a culture of reflective practice and research for the betterment of elementary education.
- Understand contemporary theories of education, teaching and learning in elementary education and technology, and integrate them into classroom teaching.
- Reflect on current pedagogical practices and create their own pedagogical knowledge based on observation, experimentation, analysis and reflection.