Vol. 2, Issue 2, Part A (2025)

Emotional intelligence (EI) has gained significant attention in educational research due to its potential to influence various aspects of teaching and learning. pre-service teacher training programs, designed to prepare individuals for teaching careers, increasingly emphasize the development of EI as an essential component of effective teaching. This research explores the role of emotional intelligence in pre-service teacher training programs, focusing on how EI enhances the personal and professional development of future educators. The research investigates the relationship between EI and teaching efficacy, classroom management, and student-teacher interactions, which are pivotal to creating a positive learning environment. Additionally, it examines the ways in which pre-service teachers can benefit from EI training and its impact on their emotional regulation, empathy, and communication skills. Given the evolving nature of education and the diverse challenges faced by teachers, fostering EI may be critical to addressing the emotional demands of the profession. This paper also highlights the integration of EI into pre-service teacher curricula and the potential challenges faced by educators in incorporating emotional intelligence training effectively. Data was gathered through qualitative interviews with pre-service teachers and educators, supplemented by existing literature on EI in educational settings. The findings suggest that EI positively influences the development of key teaching competencies, including relationship-building with students, stress management, and classroom engagement. Moreover, the research proposes strategies for embedding EI development into teacher preparation programs, aiming to enhance both the emotional and professional capacities of future educators. This research emphasizes the necessity of prioritizing EI training within teacher education programs to promote holistic development in educators.