“Education is not a
preparation for life; education is life itself.” —John Dewey
I am passionate about
students and often write about Indian education. In this post, I will discuss
the National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020).
The Indian government has
announced the National Education Policy on July 29, 2020. It received both
bouquets and brickbats. It has converted the current 10+2 system into a 5+3+3+4
system, i.e., 5 years of primary education, 3 years of preparatory stage, 3
years of the middle stage, and 4 years of secondary school. Examinations will
only be held for class 5th, 8th, and 12th. It brings transformational reforms
in schools and higher education systems. It ensures the holistic development of
students. It shifts focus from ‘what to think’ to ‘how to think’ and from
exam-oriented education to employment-oriented education. It discourages rote
learning and encourages creative learning. It emphasizes vocational education and
practical education. It encourages employability in Indian students by
upgrading their knowledge, skills, and abilities. It encourages them to migrate
from one profession to another profession, unlike previous education. It makes
them as multi-faceted personalities and helps them live many lives
professionally. It allowed foreign universities to set up campuses in India
thus increasing competition and offering exposure to Indian students. In a
nutshell, it had made Indian education global.
NEP 2020 is appropriate and
timely in the current digital world as it emphasizes technology-based learning.
It shifts focus from teachers-centric education to students-centric education. It
shifts from theoretical teaching to practical teaching focusing on life skills,
critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and soft skills. It encourages
students to think creatively and choose subjects that are close to their
hearts. It differentiates between chalk and cheese. It prioritizes students to choose
subjects and saves their precious time and energy. It offers more flexibility
with less pressure on students. It empowers students and offers them with
diverse career choices.
NEP 2020 emphasizes
empowerment, enlightenment, and employability in Indian students. It is
difficult to satisfy all stakeholders especially for a country like India with a
1. 3 billion population. To summarize, NEP 2020 is essential in the current
internet world. There is no sense in sticking the outdated education system
that emphasized 3 Rs—reading, writing, and reproducing. To conclude, NEP 2020
is a step in the right direction to reform the education system and build a
strong and prosperous India.
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