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Research Paper | Psychology Science | India | Volume 3 Issue 7, July 2014

Effectiveness of Self Instructional Module on Knowledge of Primary School Teachers Regarding Learning Disorders Among Children in Selected Schools at Karad City

Shivaji H. Pawar | Vaishali R. Mohite ^[6]

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of Self instructional module on knowledge regarding learning disorders among primary school teachers. Objectives- To assess the knowledge among primary school teachers on learning disorders before and after administration Self instructional module. To find the association between knowledge with selected socio demographic variables. Methods An evaluative research approach with 60 cares takers and convenient sampling technique was used. Results-Majority of primary school teachers 55 (58.3 %) were females.33 (55 %) have diploma in education (D. Ed. ) most of primary school teachers 21 (35 %) have 1-5 years of experience The Mean posttest knowledge 21.13 was higher than Mean pre-test knowledge score 13.48. The computedt value is more than 0.05. Conclusion - the findings of the study concluded that primary school teachers had adequate knowledge regarding learning disorders among children. The Self instructional module was highly effective in improving the knowledge.

Keywords: Learning disorders, Knowledge, self instructional module

Edition: Volume 3 Issue 7, July 2014,

Pages: 2382 - 2386