An Empirical Study on High School Teachers' Perceptions of the Need for Professional Communication Training for Contemporary High School Students: A Study With Reference to the DK District of Karnataka

This empirical study investigates high school teachers’ perceptions of the need for professional communication training for contemporary high school students, focusing on the DK District of Karnataka. A sample of 204 teachers participated by responding to a structured questionnaire based on a 5-point Likert scale assessing their awareness, attitudes, willingness to support communication training, and perceived challenges. Descriptive statistics showed that teachers generally hold positive attitudes toward the integration of communication skills in the curriculum. One-sample t-test results revealed statistically significant support for communication training, with p-values less than 0.05, confirming teachers’ recognition of its importance for students’ academic success, career readiness, and holistic development. However, respondents also identified significant barriers, including inadequate training opportunities, limited resources, and insufficient institutional backing. The study underscores the urgent need for targeted professional development programs and systemic support to enhance the effective implementation of communication training in high schools within the DK District and similar contexts.