PERCEPTIONS OF EXPERIENCED AND NOVICE TEACHERS ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF LESSON PLANNING FOR EFFECTIVE LEARNING IN PRIVATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS OF GILGIT CITY

Abstract

This study intended to explore the perceptions of novice and experienced teachers about the importance of lesson planning for effective learning in selected private elementary schools in Gilgit city. A qualitative approach focusing on case study was used to conduct this study. The researchers collected data by using in-depth semi-structured interviews. The study revealed that novice and experienced teachers both realized the importance to lesson planning. It was revealed that lesson planning contributes to students learning. Although teachers use different formats to plan their lessons. Moreover, it was found that novice teachers regularly develop their lessons in detail on the other hand experienced teachers do not regularly plan their lessons in detail. Teachers' workload was one of the hurdles in planning lesson. On the basis of the findings it was recommended that teachers should develop lesson plans for their classes because it provides guideline and teachers can teach effectively which ultimately improves students learning. Keywords: Perceptions, novice teachers, experienced teachers, lesson planning, private schools, Gilgit city