A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF ITEP AND TRADITIONAL INTEGRATED B.A.B.ED./B.SC.B.ED. PROGRAMS: STUDENT PERSPECTIVES

Abstract

Education serves as the cornerstone of any progressive society, and at the heart of this system are teachers, individuals entrusted with shaping the intellectual, emotional, and ethical development of future generations. The influence of a teacher extends far beyond the classroom; they nurture curiosity, foster a love for learning, and play a pivotal role in developing responsible and engaged citizens. It is in this context that teacher education becomes fundamentally important, as it provides the framework through which aspiring educators are equipped to assume this critical responsibility.