Exploring Teachers’ Competencies on Subject Matter Knowledge with Reference to National Professional Standards for Teachers in Punjab

Abstract

Based on the National Professional Standards for Teachers (NPST). the current study explored the subject-matter competencies of teachers. The study's goal was to explore teachers' subject-matter expertise in the light of Pakistan's national professional requirements for teachers. Data were collected through observation sheet personally by the researcher from 500 public elementary school teachers from ten districts of ten divisions of Punjab. The data analysis showed that the teachers' subject matter knowledge competencies were not only subpar, but also very poor. Less than half were found at level-1 (Emerging Teacher). Majority of the teachers were found Level-2 (Developing teacher). Some of the teachers were placed in the category of level-3 (Proficient Teacher). And however a very few teachers were found as accomplished teachers. Overall results of the study identified that Majority of teachers were found at Developing Level. Only few teachers were found at accomplished level. MPhil teachers have high competencies than M.A teachers.