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College Logo डॉ. एस. राधाकृष्णन जिला शिक्षा एवं प्रशिक्षण संस्थान
Dr. S. Radhakrishnan District Institute of Education and Training
गाराचार्मा, दक्षिण अंडमान, अंडमान और निकोबार द्वीप समूह
Garacharma, South Andaman, Andaman & Nicobar Islands
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Pre-Service Training

Equipping aspiring teachers with the skills and knowledge required for effective teaching.

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About the Programme

The Pre-Service Teacher Education Programme functioning under the Dr. S. Radhakrishnan District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Andaman and Nicobar Islands, is the only fully operational wing of the DIET in the Union Territory.

DIET, Garacharma is responsible for the professional development of prospective teachers. It offers rigorous training programs aligned with the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) standards.

🎯 Objectives of Pre-Service Training

Pedagogy

Pedagogical Innovations:To develop pedagogical and subject knowledge based on child psychology, educational philosophy, and modern teaching methodologies.

ICT

Technology Integration:To ensure technology integration in teaching

Inclusive Education

Inclusive Education:To inculcate inclusive education practices to cater to diverse learners.

Classroom Management

Preparing Teachers:To prepare competent, motivated, and professional teachers for elementary education

Classroom Management

Subject-Specific Training:To integrate theoretical knowledge with practical teaching experiences.

Courses Offered for Pre-Service Training

The main pre-service teacher education program offered by DIET Garacharma is the Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.), recognized by NCTE.

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D.El.Ed. (Diploma in Elementary Education)

  • Duration: 2 years
  • Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) with a minimum percentage (as per state norms)
  • Mode: Full-time program
  • Affiliation: Approved by NCTE and regulated by State Institute of Education / State Councils of Educational Research and Training (SCERTs)
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Course Structure

  • Childhood and Development of Children
  • Pedagogic Process in Elementary Education
  • Language Proficiency and Early Literacy
  • Education for Holistic Development
  • Education, Society, Curriculum and Learners
  • Lerner and Learning Process
  • Contemporary Issues in Elementary Education
  • Pedagogy of various subjects (Language, Mathematics, Science ,Social Science, Environmental Science)
  • ICT in Education
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Practical Components

  • Classroom Teaching Practices
  • School Internship (Internship in different schools of Andaman and Nicobar Administration)
  • Lesson Planning and Micro Teaching
  • Project on Action Research
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Assessment

  • Theory Exams
  • Continuous Internal Assessment
  • Practical Teaching Demonstrations

📌 Modes of Training

DIET Garacharma follows modern teaching methodologies to ensure effective teacher training, including:

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Micro-Teaching Sessions

Online

Case Studies and Group Discussions

Blended

Simulation Teaching Techniques

Online

Activity-Based Learning (ABL)

Blended

Internships and Field-Based Training

Admission Process for Pre-Service Training

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Admission Process

Admission to D.El.Ed. is conducted at the Administration level through Common College Admission Portal of Andaman Nicobar Administration

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Selection

Merit-Based Selection

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Recognition

National Council for Teacher Education

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Training Highlights

Training 1
Training 2
Training 3

Contact Us

Contact Details

Dr. S. Radhakrishnan District Institute of Education and Training
Garacharma, Sri Vijaya Puram South Andaman- 744105, A & N Islands
Phone: 03192-251149
Email: prdiet2012[at]gmail[dot]com

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