Art or Science? A Comparative Study of Professional Commitment Among B.Ed. Teacher Trainees in Mysuru

Authors: Karthik P. S. , Praveena K. B.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.37082/IJIRMPS.v14.i1.232953

Short DOI: https://doi.org/hbp5jv

Country: India

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Abstract: This study comparatively analyzes the professional commitment of B.Ed. teacher trainees in the Arts and Science streams across various colleges in Mysuru affiliated with the University of Mysore. Employing a descriptive survey method, the research evaluates a random sample of 442 trainees (234 Arts and 208 Science) using the standardized Professional Commitment Scale by Kaur, Ranu, and Brar. The investigation specifically assesses five critical dimensions: commitment to the learner, society, profession, excellence, and basic human values. Results indicate that teacher trainees in both disciplines possess a moderate or "average" level of professional commitment. Furthermore, the findings reveal no statistically significant difference between Arts and Science trainees across any of the dimensions studied. The results show that both Arts and Science students have a similar professional outlook. This highlights the need for teacher training programs to better motivate and prepare future teachers for the challenges of modern classrooms.

Keywords: Professional Commitment, Teacher Trainees, B.Ed. Students, Comparative Study, Arts and Science Streams, Teacher Education, Mysuru.

Paper Id: 232953

Published On: 2026-02-20

Published In: Volume 14, Issue 1, January-February 2026

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