{"id":10325,"date":"2025-01-01T19:22:20","date_gmt":"2025-01-01T19:22:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/icertpublication.com\/?page_id=10325"},"modified":"2026-04-03T09:17:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T03:47:04","slug":"relevance-of-inclusion-of-yoga-in-teacher-education-curriculum","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/icert.org.in\/index.php\/shodh-sari-2\/sodh-sari-vol-4-issue-1\/relevance-of-inclusion-of-yoga-in-teacher-education-curriculum\/","title":{"rendered":"Relevance Of Inclusion of Yoga in Teacher Education Curriculum"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Garima<\/span>1<\/span><\/span> and Bhattacharya, Jayatee<\/span>2<\/span><\/span><\/p>

1<\/span><\/span>Research Scholar, Amity Institute of English Studies and Research, Amity University, Noida<\/span><\/p>

2<\/span><\/span>Associate Professor, Amity Institute of English Studies and Research, Amity University, Noida<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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DOI: <\/span>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.59231\/SARI7778<\/span><\/a><\/p>

Subject: Education \/ Yoga \/ Physical Education<\/span><\/p>

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Received: Oct 02, 2024<\/span><\/p>

Accepted: Nov 12, 2024<\/span><\/p>

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Thematic Classification: Yoga in Education, Teacher Training Curriculum, Holistic Pedagogy, Wellness in Teaching, Educational Inclusion, Mental and Physical Health.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The words of Swami Vivekananda ji reiterate in my heart and soul; sending a shiver down my spine. According to his golden words, Arise, Awake and Stop not until the goal is reached. These golden words hold relevance in all walks of life. But, here, the matter of concern are the student teachers. Teacher Education Programs are deliberately designed to ensure the molding of prospective teachers. Just like a potter gives shape to a pot, similarly, Teacher Education Programs shape the future of student teachers. \u2018Yoga\u2019 is derived from the Sanskrit word \u2018Yuj\u2019 which refers to a unification. It indicates the unification of the individual with the omniscient one. This was, at the outset, preached by the propounder of yoga Patanjali. Body, intellect and soul; complement the individuals. In order to cater to the requirements of individuals the three essentials are good health, sound knowledge and peace of mind. A good health is deemed to be a physical requirement, sound knowledge is our psychological requirement and a peaceful mind is a spiritual requirement. For ensuring harmonious development, all three facets are crucial. All individuals aspire to prosper in a conducive environment. But the increasing demands and the requirements have forced them to form a part of the rat race; thereby resulting in increased mental health issues. To understand ourselves and our surroundings, it becomes even more pertinent and vital to imbibe the learning that a healthy mind lies in a healthy body.<\/span><\/p>

Keywords:<\/b><\/span> Curriculum, environment, harmonious, spiritual, pertinent.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Incorporating yoga into teacher education has a profound impact on individual well-being, educational innovation and societal development. As a holistic practice that encompasses physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, yoga is crucial in addressing the challenges of the modern education system. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of incorporating yoga into a teacher education program, focusing on yoga\u2019s potential to transform the educational experience of teachers and students.<\/span><\/p>

Academic and Professional Development<\/span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Incorporating yoga into teacher training can improve educators’ self-awareness, emotion regulation, and stress management skills, giving them the resilience and awareness to handle the complexities of today’s classrooms. Additionally, yoga promotes clarity of thought, which is essential for effective teaching and decision-making.<\/span><\/p>

Learner-Centered Pedagogy<\/span>:<\/span><\/p>

Yoga-trained teachers are more likely to practice holistic and inclusive teaching methods, fostering a supportive and engaging classroom environment. Integrating yoga principles into pedagogy can promote mindfulness and emotional intelligence in students, improving their focus, behavior, and academic performance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Social impact<\/span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Incorporating yoga into teacher training is in line with global efforts to promote mental health and well-being, such as the UN\u2019s Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 on good health and well-being. Competent yoga teachers can act as catalysts to promote these values in their communities, thereby contributing to building healthier, more balanced societies.<\/span><\/p>

Promoting health and wellness<\/span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Teaching is a stressful profession, so yoga offers a preventative approach to physical and mental health issues. Yoga teacher training reduces burnout, absenteeism, and turnover, providing a stable and motivated workforce.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Preservation of Cultural and Historical Heritage<\/span>:<\/span><\/p>

Integrating yoga into teacher training also enhances its cultural relevance by preserving the rich tradition and adapting it to its contemporary relevance. It promotes understanding of the philosophical roots of yoga, fostering a deeper understanding of cultural heritage among educators and students.<\/span><\/p>

Political research and results<\/span>:<\/span><\/p>

This study provides information based on the actual data of politicians and program developers playing for yoga programs composed of education education. We distinguish the advanced practice of implementation, evaluate potential problems, and provide global implementation evolution models.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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