EMOTIONAL COMPETENCE AND SELF-EFFICACY OF PUPIL TEACHERS OF SAMASTIPUR DISTRICT (BIHAR)

This study investigated the correlation between emotional competence and teacher self-efficacy among pupil teachers. Emotional competence, which encompasses the ability to understand and manage one's own emotions, empathize with others, and foster motivation and confidence, is crucial in educational settings that emphasize collaboration. Self-efficacy, defined as an individual's belief in their ability to successfully handle future situations, is also essential for effective teaching. The study involved 200 pupil teachers from both government and private training colleges in Samastipur District, selected through stratified random sampling. Data on emotional competence and self-efficacy were collected using standardized tools. Results indicated significant differences between pupil teachers from government and private institutions in emotional competence. However, no significant differences were observed in their levels of self-efficacy. Furthermore, a moderate positive correlation was found between emotional competence and self-efficacy. This article discusses the implications of these findings for pupil teacher training and development.