Developing Awareness For the Teaching of Peace Education Among Prospective Teachers

About The Book: This book is the outcome of the research entitled "DEVELOPING AWARENESS FOR THE TEACHING OF PEACE EDUCATION AMONG PROSPECTIVE TEACHERS" conducted by Dr. Manish Bhatnagar, Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Jain Vishva Bharati Institute Deemed University, Ladnun, Rajasthan. The author is of the opinion that peace is universally desired but it is being realized now that mere desire for peace will not bring the same in this planet. Education is an effective means to bring peace culture in the mind and hearts of children. To educate future generation for peace culture it is essential to train our prospective teachers. National curriculum framework 2005 emphasizes the importance of peace education. Unesco is also considering peace education as an important area in teaching learning process. Currently national curriculum framework for teacher education 2009 has also emphasized the importance of peace education in teacher training programme.