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11 May 2023 07:45

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Let us discuss the salient features of NEP-2020

What were the most remarkable aspects/changes in the Indian education sector during the first lockdown in 2020? Most of the people would say that universalization alongwith gradual acceptance of online education was the most remarkable feature of lockdown 2020.

However, at the same time, the Central Government did a great job and introduced National Education Policy (NEP-2020) during that period. Why was this remarkable? Because the New Education Policy was finalized and brought to the table after a very long 33 years. Yes, the previous NEP had been formulated way back in 1987.

Like every other important reforms, this NEP-2020 has been praised by many and criticized by some educationists. Some of the salient features of this NEP are: increased expenditure on education: reduced exam stress, flexibility to choose subjects, universalisation of education, introduction of coding at middle-level classes in school, etc.

Some areas of challenge are: Education in mother-language, widening the gap between learners, challenges in digital divide, etc.

NEP 2020 has been introduced three years before. Every state government has gradually started implementing it, fully or partially. As this NEP will definitely influence the life and future of Indian students, I propose that the members of ISC, as stake-holders in the role of guardians, may discuss this policy threadbare in this section. The members may discuss the positive aspect as well as area of concern from their own point of view.

Let us enjoy a constructive and informative debate.

#773034

11 May 2023 13:34

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I liked the concept of students being allowed to select a subject from another stream irrespective of the Degree pursued. So, for example, even if I am enrolled for an Arts degree, I can select the subject of finance that is part of the commerce stream. The interdisciplinary approach is already present in education systems abroad for many years now, and it does give a lot of freedom in studying different subjects as per interest and not merely with an academic approach in mind.

However, I am not quite sure how effectively it can be implemented at the ground level. The choice of subjects offered should be such that it would help the student's career ahead. If the choice of subject is something that is not really useful for the career and there isn't really a good option, then why waste time studying something not relevant? Also, colleges may have a tough time scheduling a timetable suitable for everyone to ensure students are able to attend the classes of the different streams.

When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell

#773035

11 May 2023 13:51

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NEP is mainly focussing on skill development. That is a very good approach. Many times we say unemployment is very high. At the same time, I know some companies who are struggling to get a person useful for their operations. The student who came out from an educational institute should be ready to start working directly with his learning background. But if they are to be trained on the job again, the industry may not favour such candidates. To bridge this gap I think NEP is the best.
Choice of subjects given to the student. That is also a good point to note. In our old system, there are fixed combinations only and the student has to opt for any one of the fixed options. But now interdisciplinary subjects can also be opted for, which is good for the students.
In earlier days a student who was forced to stop his studies after 1 or 2 years of study at the UG level, was not attaining any degree and will not have any qualifications. But now such students may get a certification or a diploma which will be useful to them in getting employed.

drrao
always confident

#773148

16 May 2023 12:47

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I notice that members of this educational website are extremely reluctant to discuss most important reforms in education sector in India. The discussion on NEP would create a very interesting Forum provided the members are interested.

However, I would like to state that a major area of stress in the NEP is higher education in mother language. An organization is being created to write/translate text books of higher classes in vernaculars. According to the guidance given in this policy, Madhya Pradesh Government has been trying to impart medical education in Hindi. As expected, the prominent left-liberal educationists are ridiculing the Government for this effort. Ridiculously some of them send their children in such foreign countries where they are forced to spend one full year to learn local language and then study medical course in that language.

(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali

#773162

16 May 2023 19:19

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Partha,

If my memory holds true, I think we had quite a few discussions on the NEP, a couple of articles, and even an active GD if I am not mistaken. Perhaps due to that, it is a saturated topic and not holding any interest for members.

When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell

Let us discuss the salient features of NEP-2020

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