Implement with right spirit & approach
The National Education Policy (NEP) is widely regarded as a comprehensive framework for reforming India's education system, yet its efficacy relies heavily on meticulous implementation with the right spirit and approach. Significant focus of the NEP is on addressing contemporary educational needs, particularly the integration of vocational and skill-based learning. This shift is aimed at equipping students with practical skills that align with current industry demands, thereby enhancing their employability and contribution to the economy.
Anant Agni, Headmaster, Ravindra Kelekar Dnyanmandir School, Aquem, Margao
Phase-wise implementation required
The NEP is brought in sync with the technological changes that today’s times have brought in, so the implementation would go a long way to enhance the education system. The only concern is it should be implemented step by step, and phase wise manner, as our Goa government is trying to do. Out of the four parts, the implementation should be from the basic or bottom level. And what about the higher secondary schools that do not have 9th and 10th standards? This may give rise to practical problems. If started in clusters, it is good for 5th, 6th class onwards. Technology wise this is required, and it’s good that physical education is included.
Parameshwar Bhat, Principal, The Kamaxi Education Society’s Higher Secondary School, Curti, Ponda
Will make education system relevant
New Education Policy was much needed to modernize India's education system, making it more inclusive, flexible, skill-oriented, and aligned with the demands of the 21st century. NEP 2020 incorporates digital literacy and the use of technology in education, which is the need of the hour. While NEP 2020 emphasizes technology integration, the State government has ensured that all schools have access to digital devices and internet services. Let us welcome NEP 2020, to make our education system more relevant, inclusive, and effective in meeting the needs of the 21st century.
Manjusha Sinai Talauliker, Teacher, Mahila and Nutan English High School, Margao
Let’s adapt to new system of education
We have taken 35-years to change our education system. But, it’s never too late. As stakeholders, we should welcome NEP wholeheartedly and assist the concerned authorities in implementing it. Any change in our routine habitual system is seen as a problem, an issue or hurdle. But we have to embrace this change to adopt and adapt to the new system of education. Our country has sufficient and productive human resources. We have to use it appropriately to make our economy grow. The implementing authority of NEP should take all the stakeholders into confidence. Parents and teachers should come out of their comfort zones. Proper infrastructure should be made available to implement NEP, fully.
Eshwar K Hegde, Ex-Principal, Shiroda Higher Secondary School, Shiroda
NEP is a boon
I was very fortunate to be a part of a training programme organised by SCERT under the leadership of Director of Higher Education, IAS Prasad Lolayekar where all the heads from the entire State of Goa were given orientation. In fact, NEP 2020 is one of the best policies. The most required reforms in the education system are included in it. The students are given a lot of options which can help them to choose their own area of specialisation as they grow. The assessment pattern will help the students to show their creativity in the form of projects and assignments. Proper implementation will benefit our children a lot in future.
Benjamin Rocha, Headmaster, School of Symbiosis, Shiroda
Will completely transform education system
NEP 2020 will completely transform the education system enabling holistic development of students. It has many attributes such as emphasis on skill development, information technology, sports and inclusivity. At the level of higher education, particularly laudable is the emphasis on research based teaching-learning. The research is expected to be multidisciplinary, and with modern methods, yet with an endeavour to keep traditional Indian knowledge systems alive and progressing in every field. NEP 2020 thus has the potential for creating and imparting knowledge for value based education rather than education aimed at providing mere literacy.
Prof Purva Hegde Desai, Senior Professor, Goa Business School, Goa University
It will de-stress teachers
The New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 brings significant positive changes to students and education in Goa, particularly in the arts. Stress on the multidisciplinary approach in NEP integrating arts with other subjects will foster creativity and critical thinking among students. This policy emphasizes experiential learning, allowing students to explore and express their artistic talents through practical activities and projects. The policy's flexibility allows schools to incorporate local traditional arts, music, and dance that acknowledge their cultural roots. This will also de-stress teachers and allow a better school environment that is more stakeholder friendly and nourishing.
Naguesh Rao Sardessai, Artist/Art Teacher, Government High School Kirlawada, Chimbel
Needed to start from Foundation level
The concept of NEP is good for the all-round development of students. With NEP, students don’t need to do homework at home; they do everything in school, which gives them flexible time. However, there is a problem with infrastructure. In our school, we have high school classes in the morning and primary classes in the afternoon. They want six and a half hours of schooling time for NEP, but our primary classes start soon after high school ends. If there were proper facilities, implementing NEP wouldn’t be a big deal. They should have started the NEP programme from the foundation level, step by step, instead of starting from ninth standard.
Datta Shirodkar, Headmaster, Janata High School, Mapusa
Teacher training will be essential
Since new subjects are being introduced as per the NEP, we require additional staff now. Secondly, the teachers have to be sent for training in the new subjects. Once we get the staff, things will fall into place.There are infrastructure challenges for those schools running in two shifts. For example, in our school, we have the secondary section in the morning session and primary classes in the afternoon/evening. But this problem is specific to certain schools. The department is giving us some time to create the necessary infrastructure. Secondly, students up to eighth grade receive mid-day meals, but for ninth standard, they will have to bring their meals for two days.
Guruadash Palkar, Headmaster, Dyanprasarak Vidyalaya High School, Mapusa
