Exploring the impact of in-service teacher education on the professional development of elementary teachers: a case study of Odisha

The present study explores the professional development of elementary teachers in Odisha, considering the role of in-service teacher education (ISTE) programs. It identifies the challenges and opportunities of teaching in rural and tribal areas where educational disparities exist. Concepts like exp...

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Main Authors: Pranati Palai, Gouranga Charan Nanda
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Language:deu
Published: Academy of Cognitive and Natural Sciences 2025-07-01
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Online Access:https://acnsci.org/journal/index.php/ed/article/view/983
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description The present study explores the professional development of elementary teachers in Odisha, considering the role of in-service teacher education (ISTE) programs. It identifies the challenges and opportunities of teaching in rural and tribal areas where educational disparities exist. Concepts like experiential and transformative learning have been considered the foundation for enhancing teaching practice. The research focuses on national initiatives under Sarva Sikhya Abhiyan and National Education Policy 2020, which have shaped the structure and effectiveness of teacher education programs. Government reports, such as the Odisha School Education Programme Authority's Annual Report and the Economic Survey of Odisha, reveal efforts to improve education in the state, especially for underserved communities. The study uses global perspectives from organisations such as UNESCO to emphasise the need for inclusive education and continuous professional development. Reviewing these sources, the study recommends strengthening ISTE programs in Odisha to enhance teacher efficacy and student learning outcomes.
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spelling doaj-art-da3921859faa4c69b52248bdb7f64e842025-08-20T03:50:00ZdeuAcademy of Cognitive and Natural SciencesОсвітній вимір2708-46042708-46122025-07-0110.55056/ed.983Exploring the impact of in-service teacher education on the professional development of elementary teachers: a case study of OdishaPranati Palai0https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3173-0770Gouranga Charan Nanda1https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4451-9130Ravenshaw UniversityRama Devi Women's University The present study explores the professional development of elementary teachers in Odisha, considering the role of in-service teacher education (ISTE) programs. It identifies the challenges and opportunities of teaching in rural and tribal areas where educational disparities exist. Concepts like experiential and transformative learning have been considered the foundation for enhancing teaching practice. The research focuses on national initiatives under Sarva Sikhya Abhiyan and National Education Policy 2020, which have shaped the structure and effectiveness of teacher education programs. Government reports, such as the Odisha School Education Programme Authority's Annual Report and the Economic Survey of Odisha, reveal efforts to improve education in the state, especially for underserved communities. The study uses global perspectives from organisations such as UNESCO to emphasise the need for inclusive education and continuous professional development. Reviewing these sources, the study recommends strengthening ISTE programs in Odisha to enhance teacher efficacy and student learning outcomes. https://acnsci.org/journal/index.php/ed/article/view/983in-service teacher education (ISTE)professional developmentteacher training programsrural and tribal educationNational Education Policy 2020
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Exploring the impact of in-service teacher education on the professional development of elementary teachers: a case study of Odisha
Освітній вимір
in-service teacher education (ISTE)
professional development
teacher training programs
rural and tribal education
National Education Policy 2020
title Exploring the impact of in-service teacher education on the professional development of elementary teachers: a case study of Odisha
title_full Exploring the impact of in-service teacher education on the professional development of elementary teachers: a case study of Odisha
title_fullStr Exploring the impact of in-service teacher education on the professional development of elementary teachers: a case study of Odisha
title_full_unstemmed Exploring the impact of in-service teacher education on the professional development of elementary teachers: a case study of Odisha
title_short Exploring the impact of in-service teacher education on the professional development of elementary teachers: a case study of Odisha
title_sort exploring the impact of in service teacher education on the professional development of elementary teachers a case study of odisha
topic in-service teacher education (ISTE)
professional development
teacher training programs
rural and tribal education
National Education Policy 2020
url https://acnsci.org/journal/index.php/ed/article/view/983
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