Journal of English Language Teaching

Teacher Autonomy: Ensuring Equity and Reinstating Respect

Dr Shree Deepa

Associate Professor, Centre for English Language Studies, University of Hyderabad

Dr Geetha Durairajan

Retired Professor, Dept of Materials Development and Evaluation, English and Foreign Language University, Hyderabad

Keywords: Teacher autonomy, teacher freedom, impositions, empowerment

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Abstract

This article attempts to provide an account of  the impediments that teachers face in the path of creating a teaching­learning atmosphere. It will provide an insight into what teacher autonomy is and the inhibitions that are ‘created’ or already exist and therefore experienced by a teacher.  It analyses the shared principles that should exist on various levels in the educational system and how that can empower teachers in carrying out their her/his responsibilities in the most effective manner.

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