Curriculum
The curriculum of the ITEP program at IIT Jodhpur is based on the NCTE guidelines. In addition to the guidelines received, IIT Jodhpur has curated a Curriculum for the BSc-BEd programme is research-based, drawing on the state of the art research in education as well as education technology, lessons from innovative and contemporary best practices in teacher education and pedagogical practices inspired by the rich philosophical and cultural traditions of our country.
The pedagogy of the BSc-BEd program will seek to build a strong foundation for learning, with a focus on (i) strong disciplinary knowledge, (ii) technology integration, (iii) learning opportunities for making connections between the local, national and global levels, (iv) exemplary commitment to equality, equity, inclusivity and social justice in every interaction with students, and (v) upholding the best of our nation’s values and cultural traditions, for this present period.
The USP of the Jodhpur model in terms of curriculum enhancement and pedagogical innovation will have the following aspects:
- The design and content of the Science Courses over four years, designed keeping in mind the multiple exit options in this program as well as the need to prepare interested students to pursue further studies in their chosen Science Major.
- A focus on Education Technology spread over the last four semesters of the program, so that students will be able to apply the theoretical insights they have gained.
- Non-graded one-credit courses (focusing on topics like sustainability, ethical living and values, inclusion and equity etc.) will give space for building greater reflexivity and ethical foundations in the students.
- A model for local engagement which will demonstrate how the knowledge, practices and traditions of local communities can be used by the students in their future development of lesson plans and content which engage children, etc.
- Diversity of school exposure experiences will be provided to the students in addition to the school practicum component, beginning from their first year
Course Structure For ITEP First Year
In accordance with the broad-based curriculum structure of IIT Jodhpur, the courses offered in the first year of the program are common to all students, and are listed in the table below. The aim of the first year BSc courses is to provide a broad overview of the sciences. Students will have specialized courses according to their Major and Minor from the second year.
First-year courses for the BSc-BEd (ITEP)
| Course | L-T-P-D* | Credits | Course | L-T-P-D* | Credits |
| Semester I | Semester II | ||||
| Chemistry - I | 2-0-2-0 | 3 | Chemistry - II | 2-0-2-0 | 3 |
| Physics - I | 2-0-2-0 | 3 | Physics - II | 2-0-2-0 | 3 |
| Mathematics - I | 2-0-2-0 | 3 | Mathematics-II | 2-0-2-0 | 3 |
| Evolution of Indian Education | 3-0-0-2 | 4 | Introduction to Data Science | 2-0-0-0 | 2 |
| Language - I (Hindi) | 3-0-2-0 | 4 | Introduction to Life Sciences | 2-0-0-0 | 2 |
| Understanding India (Indian Ethos and Knowledge Systems) - I | 2-0-0-0 |
2 |
Language - II (English) | 3-0-2-0 |
4 |
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Art Education
Methods and Materials in Visual Art OR Elements of Theatre-making |
1-0-2-0 |
2 | Understanding India (Indian Ethos and Knowledge Systems) - II | 2-0-0-0 | 2 |
| Teacher and Society | 2-0-0-0 | 2 | |||
| Design Thinking - I | 0-0-1-0 | 0.5 | Design Thinking - II | 0-0-1-0 | 0.5 |
| Social Connect and Responsibilities - I** | 0-0-1-0 | 0.5 | Social Connect and Responsibilities - II** | 0-0-1-0 | 0.5 |
| Total | 22 | Total | 22 | ||
*L-Lecture, T-Tutorial, P-Practical, D-Discussion
** Social Connect and Responsibilities is an Institute-wide first-year common course for all UG students.
The detailed course contents of the science and mathematics courses of the first year can be found here.
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1 |
Recommended By NCTE |
An induction programme at the start of each semester |
Non-graded |
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2 |
Foundations in Education |
30 credits |
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3 |
Disciplinary/Interdisciplinary courses (of which 15 credits should belong to the Minor) |
64 credits |
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4 |
Ability Enhancement and Value-Added courses |
28 credits |
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5 |
Stage-specific content-cum-pedagogy |
16 credits |
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6 |
School Experience |
20 credits |
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7 |
Community Service |
02 credits |
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8 |
Recommended by IITJ |
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15 credits |
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TOTAL CREDITS |
175 credits |
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