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Research Paper | Education Management | Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026 | Pages: 1360 - 1362 | India
Problem Solving Soft Skill - A Critical Need for Future Teachers
Abstract: Problem-solving skills are vital in personal, professional, and academic life, encompassing adaptability, critical thinking, creativity, conflict resolution, decision-making, career growth, and personal development. Teachers especially need these skills to run classes effectively and foster students' soft skills. In today's education, prospective teachers face many challenges that require more than subject knowledge. Problem-solving is a key soft skill crucial for classroom management, instructional adaptability, student engagement, and decision-making. It helps teachers respond to behavioural issues, diverse needs, curriculum limits, and technology integration. The article emphasises incorporating problem-solving training through case-based learning, reflection, and mentorship into teacher education. Improving this skill enhances teaching and builds a resilient education system. As Robles (2012) states, soft skills like problem-solving are vital for workplace and teaching success in 21st-century classrooms. The article argues that developing problem-solving abilities during teacher prep is essential for a competent, future-ready workforce. The study aimed to assess problem-solving skills among 100 B.Ed trainees at Calicut University, using a survey and the Scale of Problem-solving Skill. Results showed a significant difference between male and female trainees, but not between rural and urban students. The conclusion suggests that problem-solving skills can be improved through tailored teaching methods and context.
Keywords: Soft skill, problem solving, prospective teachers
How to Cite?: Ranjitha T., Dr. Afeef Tharavattath, "Problem Solving Soft Skill - A Critical Need for Future Teachers", Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1360-1362, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26521143210, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26521143210