UNDERSTANDING NEP 2020 AND ITS PERCEPTION FOR TEACHER EDUCATIONAL METHODS

Abstract

The Government of India, marks a historic shift in the Indian education system after more than three decades. One of its most transformative aspects is its extensive perception for reforming teacher education. This paper seeks to analyze and interpret the major provisions of NEP 2020 concerning teacher education, using secondary data sources such as policy documents, academic articles, and expert analyses. The NEP envisions the professionalization of teaching through a four-year integrated B.Ed. degree, emphasis on continuous professional development, and a new regulatory framework aimed at enhancing the quality and accountability of teacher education institutions. Policy also experiential pedagogy, teacher autonomy, and the use of technology in training. Through this study, key opportunities and challenges in implementing these reforms are explored, along with suggestions to ensure the creation of a motivated, competent, and well-supported teaching workforce.