ATTITUDE OF SCHOOL STUDENTS TOWARDS THEIR DECISION MAKING SKILLS

Abstract: This study explores the attitudes of school students towards their decision-making skills, with a focus on differences across gender and school type. The research aims to examine and compare the attitudes of male and female students in both aided and unaided schools, as well as between the two types of schools. The survey method was employed to gather data, utilizing a five-point rating scale to assess students’ decision-making skills. The sample comprised high school students selected due to constraints of time and resources. The research tool’s reliability was confirmed with a correlation coefficient of 0.79. Data collection involved obtaining permission from the head of a B.Ed. College and the respective school principals. A WhatsApp group was created for students, and a Google questionnaire was distributed for data collection. The study’s findings are as follows: There is a significant difference in attitudes towards decision-making skills between male and female students in aided schools, as well as between male and female students in unaided schools. However, no significant difference was observed between the attitudes of students in aided versus unaided schools. Additionally, a significant difference exists between male and female students’ attitudes across all schools. These results suggest that gender plays a critical role in shaping students’ attitudes towards their decision-making skills, while the type of school does not significantly influence these attitudes. The study highlights the need for targeted interventions to address the differences in decision-making attitudes among male and female students, potentially informing educational practices and policies aimed at enhancing students’ decision-making capabilities. Key words: Attitude, Decision Making, School Students