Volume 12 (01), January 2026 7

A STUDY ON DEVELOPING A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR LIFE SKILLS IN TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAMMES

AUTHOR

Kotra Balayogi

ABSTRACT

Training is program in which a trainee develops their knowledge, skill and experience for precede the act or perform the related task. Knowledge in training delivered fact, concept, procedures and theories to learner for specific information about particular field/task. Students are developed through practical experience and real-world application in skill-based learning. These skills are like, effective communication, solving problems, adjustment with situation etc. Experiential learning is “the process whereby knowledge is created through the transformation of experience,” (Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory) and teaching training includes like, communication, time management, empathy and sympathy, creative and critical thinking, leadership abilities, teamwork, stress management etc. Life Skills (LS) are not limited to any institution or organization, but a teacher can also apply their developed skills to his/her own social life situation. Training includes education and John Dewey defined education as “reconstructing and remolding our experiences in way that is society desirable.” Every educational institute has some specific educational aims. In this context ‘complete living aim’ is very important aim, which is formulated by Herbert Spencer. His complete living aims includes dimensions like self-preservation, securing a vacation, being a healthy member of his home, contributing one is best to the society, utilizing leisure time profitably, etc.. and strong skills helps to reduce professional problems as well as life problems. Every students/teacher must complete their task easily and effectively with the help of training and training boost to 21st century teacher for a successful life.

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