A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF PROFESSIONAL ATTITUDE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS

The role of teachers in society is vital. Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan said, "Teacher's place in society is of vital importance." He acts as a pivot for the transmission of intellectual, traditional and technical skills from generation to generation and helps to keep the lamp of civilization burning and shining. He not only guides individuals, but also decides the destiny of the Nation. The status of teachers reflects the socio-cultural ethos of the society. It is said that no pupil can rise above the level of its teachers. The present article is an attempt to find out the dependable answer to the question raised previously. Adjustment and professional attitude are two interdependable variables which influence behaviour of male and female teachers.