A Comparative Analysis of Emotional Intelligence and Academic Achievement of Senior Secondary Students
Kaur, Jagneet1 & Bhatia, Raino2
1Research Scholar, Eternal University Baru Sahib
2Principal, Akal College of Education, Eternal University
Abstract
Emotional Intelligence has become an alarming topic, and it is a key factor in determining success of a person in all aspects of life. EI is important in students because it helps them to care for themselves and understand and manage their emotions. EI helps you to achieve your goals and career as well as to create healthier and stronger relationships. Hence, teachers sustain a moral accountability to cultivate EI in students as it enhances the social and emotional aptitude of students. A sample of 100 students were taken from senior secondary schools from Sirmaur district to check the difference and relationship between their emotional intelligence and academic achievement. The study comprises of 100 students taken as 50 participants from Government and 50 from Private Schools from Sirmaur District, Himachal Pradesh. Descriptive Methodology using survey technique was used to assess their emotional intelligence and previous records were utilized as assessing academic performance of the students. The study shows investigation of the emotional intelligence (EI) of Arts and Science students both gender from government and private sectors. It evaluates the stream, gender and type of school’s differences and relationships of the emotional intelligence and with academic achievement of students. Science students scored higher in most of these categories except Motivation, where Arts students outperform. However, both streams have similar Emotional Intelligence Total scores and Empathy. The mean scores of emotional intelligence components for males and girls differ but the t-values reveal that none of the differences are statistically significant. Government school students score higher in each of these criteria except Motivation, where private school students exceed. However, the two groups had similar Emotional Intelligence Total scores and Empathy. The survey found no statistically significant variations in academic achievement by stream gender or school type. Although mean scores vary, they are not large enough to show that one group outperforms the other. In conclusion, senior secondary students’ academic achievement and emotional intelligence are positively correlated. This means that emotionally intelligent students perform better academically.
Keywords: Emotional Intelligence, Academic Achievement, Government, Private, Gender, Stream, Senior Secondary Students
Impact Statement
This study aims to provide valuable insights into the correlation between emotional intelligence (EI) and academic achievement among senior secondary students. By analyzing the comparative impact of EI on students’ academic performance, the research will help educators and policymakers recognize the importance of emotional intelligence in shaping student success. Findings from this research could inform the development of EI-focused curricula, interventions, and support systems in schools, potentially enhancing academic outcomes and fostering holistic student development. The study also seeks to contribute to the broader field of educational psychology by highlighting the role of emotional competencies in academic settings, offering practical implications for teaching practices and student engagement strategies.
About The Author
Ms. Jagneet Kour, Ph.D. Research Scholar, Education, Eternal University Baru Sahib, H.P. Kaur emerges as a beacon of academic excellence. As the proud recipient of the prestigious gold medal and all-rounder medal in postgraduate studies from Eternal University, she stands at the pinnacle of her academic prowess.
Dr. Raino Bhatia, Principal cum Associate Professor of Akal College of Education, Eternal University. She is M.Phil. and Ph.D. in Education, along with the accolade of UGC-NET, she stands as a paragon of scholarly excellence. Spanning over two decades, her journey in the realm of education has been marked by unwavering commitment and illustrious achievements. Dr. Bhatia’s literary contributions resonate across academia, with her seminal work, “The Quest for True Happiness,” serving as a guiding beacon for both educators and students alike. Complemented by a plethora of research papers published at both National and International levels, her intellectual footprint is profound and far-reaching
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