The NEP 2020 holds significant importance for schools as it brings transformative changes to the education system. Here’s why NEP 2020 is crucial for schools:

1. Holistic Development of Students: Schools are encouraged to focus on the all-round development of students, including cognitive, social, ethical, and emotional aspects, rather than just academic achievement.
2. Improved Quality of Education: By adopting the new pedagogical structure and curriculum, schools can provide high-quality education that meets international standards.
3. Inclusive Education: The policy emphasises inclusivity, ensuring that every child, regardless of background, has access to education. 
4. Enhanced Teacher Training: NEP 2020 advocates for continuous professional development and training for teachers, ensuring they are well-equipped to deliver modern and effective education.
5. Use of Technology: Increased investment in digital infrastructure and resources allows schools to integrate advanced technologies into their teaching methods, making learning more interactive and engaging.
6. Focus on Vocational Education: Schools can provide vocational training from an early age, preparing students for various career paths and practical life skills.

However, there are some points which have received criticism from some sections of society. The following are some of the disadvantages of the new education policy 2020:

• Teaching in the mother tongue will be challenging: Teaching the fundamental subjects in the mother tongue will be a hassle as India has 22 scheduled languages and innumerable dialects. The course material will need to be converted to these languages first, and then the requirement of skilled teachers to implement this.
• Widening the gap between learners: As the mother tongue is going to be the preferred medium of instruction till class 5, the introduction of English after 5th standard in government schools will widen the gap with the private schools that have been providing education in English since the beginning.
• Challenge of digital divide: The digital divide present in India is even more extreme in rural areas where not everyone can afford smartphones. The problem is further compounded by the poor IT infrastructure of government-run schools, which will create implementation issues in the digitization of education. 

However, the issues with these policies can be changed with due government intervention.

How is LEAD NEP 2020 compliant?

The largest school-focused ed-tech provider in India, LEAD, provides a range of instruction options that are fully compliant with the NEP 2020:

• Pre-primary Curriculum: It includes instructional strategies, resources, and age-appropriate content to prepare kids for more advanced learning. A comprehensive, theme-based learning method promotes children’s holistic development, which is in line with NEP principles on Early Childhood Care and Education.
• International Education Curriculum: The extensively researched and internationally standardised curriculum of LEAD encompasses the finest techniques adopted from different nations and is in sync with NEP.
• Digital Classroom Software: By utilising modern learning technologies to their full potential, LEAD’s highly innovative digital classroom solutions are created to stimulate children’s senses. They have the latest learning tools, including smart classrooms, virtual labs, digital repositories, etc., to provide students with flexible and interesting learning opportunities.
• English Language and General Awareness (ELGA): Focusing on five components of English: Writing and Speaking Expression, Whole Words, Phonics, Grammar, and Reading and Listening Comprehension, ELGA is a unique skill-based programme that helps children learn English better and faster.
• Sampoorna Hindi: The Sampoorna Hindi programme of LEAD complements the NEP’s multilingual and culturally embedded themes as it helps kids develop their Hindi language skills holistically.

So, move ahead with LEAD and successfully implement the NEP 2020 guidelines while making your students smart learners.

Conclusion

In NEP 2020, the pros overpower the cons. There are more good aspects of NEP than less appreciative ones. And with timely recognition, they will also be addressed, and NEP will prove beneficial to both students and the education sector.

LEAD can help you make your school NEP-ready with its integrated school system. Call us today for a FREE consultation.