National Education Policy 2020

 

“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 There is no sense in sticking the outdated education system that emphasized 3 Rs—reading, writing, and reproducing.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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