Admitting that many schools are facing lack of math and science teachers, the parliamentary secretary assured to set the matter right by evolving various “workable methods.”
Pointing out that the study of math and science is a job oriented one, he expressed dismay over less number of students going for the subjects. Addressing the State Level INSPIRE Science Exhibition programme here this morning, Yitachu also informed that the State is in need of qualified persons to fill up the vacant posts of math and science teachers.
Stating that many students lack confidence to pursue math and science, notwithstanding its enormous scope in terms of job opportunity, he challenged the students to remove fear from their minds and take up these subjects seriously. He also made an appeal to the teaching community to be more attentive in building confidence among the students on math and science, adding that math and science are like any other subject.
Stating that about 65% of the students are studying in private schools in the State, Yitachu informed that the department is also examining ways and means to send math and science teachers to these private schools as well.
The department is even contemplating engaging retired teachers to teach these two subjects on contract basis in case it does not find qualified persons to fill up the vacancies. Further, Yitachu also stated that the department is going for rationalization of teacher and the shortfall of teachers will be taken care of within this year.
Later, Yitachu visited Rüzhükhrie GHSS Kohima. He also made a surprise visit to the Directorate of School Education and expressed happiness with the attendance of the officers and staff.
Source: Morung Express
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