A STUDY OF SELF - EFFICACY IN STUDENTS IN RELATION TO THEIR CLASSROOM CLIMATE

Author: Mrs. Rubina sheikh & Dr. Shefali Pandya

The study was aimed at ascertaining the relationship between self-efficacy and classroom climate of secondary school students. Self-efficacy scale and classroom climate scales were administered on 1000 Secondary students of private -aided and private-unaided schools in Greater Mumbai. The data obtained were subjected to descriptive and inferential analysis it was found that that is a significant relationship between self-efficacy and classroom climate.

DR. NANASAHEB DHARMADHIKARI SAMAJ SUDHARAK TE SANT (IN MARATHI)

Author: Prof. Mrs. Neha Milind Vaidya & Dr. Vijay Wad

CAPACITY BUILDING IN TEACHERS TO TEACH GEOGRAPHY SCIENTIFICALLY

Author: Ms. Sheetal M. Zalte

Social studies are the subjects which prepare us for our day to day living. The subject of Geography encompasses a wide knowledge base. Geography is all about understanding and application rather than acquisition of non-functional knowledge. The knowledge of Geography helps to gain insights and to make better and more informed decisions. This is possible only if the critical thinking is applied while learning the subject. Developing critical thinking among students is a challenging task looking at the way these subjects are being taught in the schools. This research is an attempt to develop scientific approach to social studies through two methods i.e. Concept based teaching and Generalization based teaching.

A CORRELATIONAL STUDY OF STUDY HABITS, ACHIEVEMENT MOTIVATION, HOME AND SCHOOL OF HIGHER SECONDARY STUDENTS

Author: Andhale Bhausaheb Sopan & Dr. Sunita Magre

This study examine a correlational study of study habits, achievement motivation, home and school environment of higher secondary students of Greater Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Thane District. The researcher will use descriptive research method. Higher secondary school students sub units of study depends upon achievement motivation, home environment and school environments. There is significant difference in the achievement motivation, home environment and school environment of higher secondary school students in the boys and girls. Mean scores of girls' students are greater than that of boys' students of secondary school. It can thus be concluded that girls have perceived better achievement motivation, home environment and school environment than boys of higher secondary school. higher secondary school students study habits has multiple correlation with achievement motivation, home environment and school environment.

IYATTA AATHAVICHYA SAMNYA VIDNYAN PATHYAPUSTAKACHA VIDYARTHYANMADHE UDHYOJAKATA VIKAS DRUSTIKONATUN CHIKISTAK ABHYAS (IN MARATHI)

Author: Prof. Mrs. Priyanka Praful Subhedar

COOPERATIVE LEARNING: AN ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL METHOD

Author: Susheel joshi & Dr. Sunita Magre

The challenge in education today is to effectively teach students of diverse ability and differing rates of learning. Teachers are expected to teach in a way that enables pupils to learn science and mathematics concepts while acquiring process skills, positive attitudes and values and problem solving skills. A variety of teaching strategies have been advocated for use in science and mathematics classroom, ranging from teacher-centered approach to more students-center ones. In the last decade, there is a vast amount of research done on cooperative learning in science and mathematics. Cooperative learning is grounded in the belief that learning is most effective when students are actively involved in sharing ideas and work cooperatively to complete academic tasks.

PEACE EDUCATION - IMPORTANCE AND ROLE OF A TEACHER

Author: Dr. Ambadas Mohite

In today's age of impatience, intolerance, disrespect, disregard, and aggression it has become vital for us to discuss and advocate peace education. In this paper the author has tried to throw some light on Peace, Education, Peace Education, Importance of Peace Education and Role of a Teacher in Peace Education. Before launching upon the subject it is important to understand the meaning of both peace and education separately.

VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING INITIATIVES FOR WOMEN

Author: Dr. Prabhakar Chavan

The vocational education and training (VET defined as �an education that prepares people for specific trades, crafts and careers at various levels�) is an important element of the nation's education initiative. In order for vocational education to play its part effectively in the changing national context and for India to enjoy the fruits of the demographic dividend, there is an urgent need to redefine the critical elements of imparting vocational education and training to make them.

GLOBALISATION IN INDIA: ISSUES AND CHALLENGES

Author: Dr. Arvind A. Dhond

Globalization means integration of economies of different countries in a new economic order. It means growth of business so as to cover the entire world within its fold. Shri P.V. Narasimha Rao�s Government assumed office in June 1991 and the New Economic Policy was initiated in India on 24 July, 1991. The present paper is an attempt to evaluate the economic policies implemented in India in the last two decades since 1991 till date and its resulting effects on the Indian economy in general and on the Indian populace in particular.

INDIAN PHILOSOPHY AND PEACE EDUCATION

Author: Dr. Brij Bala Suri

Philosophy is a part of our day to day life, it is an attitude towards life and universe, it provides a living force to mankind. Today the way violence is emerging in an unprecedented manner in our society and looking at the world today, any sensible person feels disheartened and even horrified to see the kind of violent acts being committed by man against man and nature. It is sad to realize that we live in an era of unprecedented violence in the forms of terrorism, war, crimes, injustice and oppression and exploitation amidst a seemingly outward development enjoyed by a few. The saddest part of the story is that this state of disorder and confusion in the society is affecting the children's innocent minds. Therefore the need to nurture peace in the hearts of children has arisen as an urgent issue to be addressed. The basis of the whole peace education lies on philosophy of love and wisdom, truth and ahimsa that teaches and inculcates values in human being.

A PERCEPTIVE STUDY WITH RESPECT TO THE AWARENESS REGARDING INTRODUCTION OF GRADING SYSTEM AT SECONDARY SCHOOL LEVEL OF SSC BOARD.

Author: Dr. Savita Sable

The students Assessment is now in Continuous and Comprehensive evaluation mode entailing formative and summative assessment. The government of Maharashtra has considered a proposal for a grades-based marking system and a no-fail policy for SSC schools. The paper deals with the perception of students, teachers and parents with respect to the awareness regarding introduction of the grading system at the secondary school level of SSC Board. The study was conducted outlining six major areas with respect to grading system were outlined viz. stress, quality accessibility, prevention of dropouts and failures, streamlining of education, educational attainment and the work culture.

ACTIVE LEARNING: COLLABORATIVE STRATEGIES TEACHING ON HISTORY

Author: Mrs. Anita Nitin Sanap

In the traditional approach to History teaching, most class time is spent with the teacher lecturing and the students listening. The students work individually on assignments, and cooperation is discouraged. Such teacher-centered instructional methods have repeatedly been found inferior to instruction that involves active learning, in which students solve problems, answer questions, formulate questions of their own, discuss, explain, debate, or brainstorm during class, and collaborative learning, in which students work in teams on problems and projects under conditions that assure both positive interdependence and individual accountability. This conclusion applies whether the assessment measure is short-term mastery, long-term retention, or depth of understanding of course material, acquisition of critical thinking or creative problem-solving skills, formation of positive attitudes toward the subject being taught, or level of confidence in knowledge or skills.

BHAVI NAGARIKANMADHE JAGATIK JANIVANCHYA SHIKSHANACHI GARAJ

Author: Dr. Nilima Arvind More