Mapping Guidance and Placement Needs of Student Teachers: A SWOT Analysis
Author(s): Dr. Kanwaljeet Kaur, Dr. Anjul Sharma
Publication #: 2604006
Date of Publication: 11.03.2026
Country: India
Pages: 1-10
Published In: Volume 12 Issue 2 March-2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.62970/IJIRCT.v12.i2.2604006
Abstract
This study aimed to analyse the guidance and placement needs of D.El.Ed student teachers before establishing the guidance and placement cell. A descriptive survey was carried out using a mixed-method approach. Data were collected from 98 student teachers through an open-ended SWOT questionnaire, which asked participants to provide responses regarding their strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, challenges, and expectations from the cell. Responses were categorised and analysed by frequency and percentages. The findings indicated that, although the student teachers possessed basic pedagogical skills and interest in the profession, they lacked a sense of career orientation, self-confidence, and exposure to job opportunities. The study emphasises the need for structured support and placement to enhance the career readiness of student teachers.
Keywords: Guidance and placement, student teachers, SWOT analysis, employability and career needs
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