Transforming Teacher Education through Technology: An Analysis in the Context of NEP 2020
Author : Sabiha Khan
Abstract :
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 marks a new era in education in India, very focus on technology as a means of transforming teacher education. In this research paper, we examine how NEP 2020 articulates the use of technology across pre-service and in-service teacher education, and its use in developing pedagogical skills, forming a continuous professional development process, and developing inclusive and scalable learning settings. Through an analysis of policy direction, platforms such as DIKSHA, SWAYAM, and NISHTHA, and implementation concerns, this paper provides opportunities and challenges of the technology-facilitated transformation. It also recognizes the need to close the digital divide, ensure necessary infrastructure, develop an innovative approach to teacher education, and provide opportunities for continuous professional development. Finally, evidence-based recommendations are provided to develop equitable, effective, and sustainable technology-consistent of NEP 2020's educational vision for developing a strong future workforce of teachers.
Keywords :
NEP 2020, Teacher Education, Technology Integration, Digital Pedagogy, Professional Development, EdTech, Education Reform, Inclusive Learning, Lifelong Learning.
