D.EL.Ed Syllabus and Subjects

D.El.Ed course is designed to impart specific practical and theoretical knowledge for the students in various domains, such as in environmental studies, contemporary society, proficiency in english, leadership, etc. D.El.Ed job scope is vast, providing employment opportunities in education, research, nursery, etc. in both private and public sectors. 

Table of Contents

• Semester Wise D.El.Ed Syllabus
  • D.El.Ed First Year Syllabus
  • D.El.Ed Second Year Syllabus
• D.El.Ed Subjects
• Syllabus for Distance D.El.Ed
• D.El.Ed Course Structure
• D.El.Ed Teaching Methodology and Techniques
• D.El.Ed Projects
• D.El.Ed Reference Books

Semester Wise D.El.Ed Syllabus

The D.El.Ed course aims to ensure that the students learn all the vital and key concepts required. Given below is the semester-wise breakdown of the subjects:

D.El.Ed First Year Syllabus

The table below contains the subjects from the D.El.Ed first year:

Semester I	Semester II
Childhood and the Development of Children	Mathematics Education for the primary
Contemporary society	Proficiency in English
Education, society	Work and Education
Towards Understanding the self	Pedagogy of English language

D.El.Ed Second Year Syllabus

The table below contains the subjects from the D.El.Ed second year:

Semester III	Semester IV
Cognition, Sociocultural Context	Diversity and Education
Teacher Identity and School Culture	School Health and Education
Leadership and Change	Fine Arts and Education
Pedagogy of Environmental Studies	Internship

D.El.Ed Subjects

The subjects taught in the course curriculum of D.El.Ed are necessary for the graduates to expand their knowledge in the practical and theoretical aspects, which will be beneficial for them to get a better job on behalf of their skills. Therefore, the subjects are categorized into core and elective subjects on behalf of the students' interests and the rules proposed by the university. Some of the D.El.Ed subject list in the course curriculum are listed below:

Core Subjects

• Childhood, Child Development and Learning
• Education in Contemporary Indian Society
• Understanding Languages and Early Language Development
• Understanding Society, Education and Curriculum
• Early Childhood Care and Education

Elective Subjects

• Diversity and Education
• Fine Arts and Education
• English Proficiency
• Education and Work
• Education and Diversity
• Pedagogy of English Language 
• Primary Math Education
• School Education and Health
• Change and Leadership
• Education Society
• Pedagogy of EVS
• Understanding Self
• Social culture Context and Cognition 
• Child Development and Childhood
• Culture of School and Teacher Identity
• Contemporary Indian Society

Syllabus for Distance D.El.Ed

Few colleges in India offer the D.EL.Ed distance program. The eligibility criteria for distance learning and the syllabus are the same as regular classroom learning/training. Listed below are some of the D.EL.Ed distance program colleges

• SCERT
• NIOS

Listed below are some of the subjects included in the distance training program

• Elementary Schools
• Learning Environment Science at the Primary level
• Community and Elementary Education 

A professional degree helps students be efficient and can continue their jobs as well, and students will be able to upskill themselves and broaden their horizons of opportunities.

D.El.Ed Syllabus Quick Facts

Here are some of the quick facts about D.EL.ED syllabus

• D.El.Ed course duration is two years.
• D.El.Ed syllabus covers different aspects of elementary teaching, such as teaching skills, historical patterns, some philosophical theories, and current classroom trends.
• The students have to score a minimum aggregate of 50% marks to pass the course. Students who secure more than 60% of marks are placed in the first division, and students securing more than 75% of marks get a distinction.
• The syllabus is structured so that teachers can gain diverse knowledge to fulfil the needs of the students. 
• ICT subjects are introduced to keep the candidates amend about the modern teaching methods 

D.El.Ed Course Structure

D.El.Ed course curriculum is divided into two categories, namely core and elective subjects. The course for the curriculum has been divided into four semesters, consisting of contemporary society, education society, work and education, leadership and change and much more.

The aspirants can choose the electives for the course on their own, based on the specializations, interests and research-based project work they should submit at the end of the last year. Some of the D.El.Ed Course details are as follows:

• IV Semesters
• Core and Elective subjects
• Internship
• Project Submission
• Viva

D.El.Ed Teaching Methodology and Techniques

The D.El.Ed degree course structure includes numerous teaching methods and techniques necessary for the graduates to seek better knowledge about the course. In addition, the teaching methodology and techniques adopted in the course curriculum provide a hands-on experience for the graduates regarding real-life working culture. Some of the various teaching methodology and techniques adopted in the course curriculum of D.El.Ed are as follows:

• Practical sessions
• Group Projects
• Case Methodology
• Workshop
• Lectures

D.El.Ed Projects

Students pursuing the course of D.El.Ed can take up various projects on the impact of coronavirus on education, the influence of education and information technology, challenges and qualities of a good teacher, etc. The students should take the project topics based on their area of specialization and how it motivates them to develop various skills to complete the project with a good impact. Some of the popular D.El.Ed Topics are:

• Impact of Covid 19 on the Education System in India
• Comparative Study of Managerial Effectiveness of Principals of Public and Private Sector Schools
• Evaluation of Supervisory Practices in Public Primary Schools
• Career Choice and its Effect on Primary School Students

D.El.Ed Reference Books

Reference books for the D.El.Ed course helps graduates understand various concepts taught in the course curriculum. In addition, the reference books help the graduates expand their knowledge and skills about various topics and areas covered in the course curriculum, which will benefit them in the future. Some of the very best D.El.Ed books are:

Books	Authors
School Environment and Physical Education	Dr Dhananjay
Educational Process and Society	Dr Vivek
School Culture, Management, Leadership and change	Prof. Sandhya
Indian Society and Education	Dr Vivek D. Joshi