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Choices and Challenges: Assessing the Decision Making Skills of Secondary School Students in East Siang District, Arunachal Pradesh.

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This research investigates the decision-making skills of secondary school students of East-Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh were studied in relation to gender, locality, and social category. The sample comprised of 160 secondary school students, randomly selected from 4 schools in East-Siang district. Data was collected with the help of Decision-Making Skill Scale developed by the researcher. Descriptive survey method with statistical analyses like mean, standard deviation, percentage, and t-tests were adopted for the study. The findings suggest that a significant number of students possess a Moderate level of decision-making skills. Furthermore, the study found no significant difference in decision-making skills in relation to Gender, locality, and Social-Category of secondary school students of Arunachal Pradesh. The findings further underline the needs for addressing decision-making skills among adolescents to empower them for success in their academic pursuits, careers, personal lives, and mental well-being. While this study offers valuable insights, further research and interventions may be needed to nurture decision-making skills among students, particularly those in tribal communities. By promoting these critical life skills, we can equip young individuals to navigate the complexities of life with confidence and resilience.

Source: Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research

DOI: 10.56975/jetir.v12i7.567186

Authors: OMINI ERING, Mumtak Ering

Institution: Arunachal Pradesh University

Language: English

Topic: Social Skills and Education

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4412824580