Teachers education in NEP 2020

Teacher Education in NEP 2020 provides a detailed and analytical exploration of the structural and pedagogical reforms introduced under the National Education Policy 2020 with special reference to teacher preparation and professional development. The book begins with the historical evolution of teacher education in India and examines the need for reform in response to changing educational, technological, and societal demands.
The text discusses key policy recommendations, including the four-year integrated B.Ed. degree as the minimum qualification for teaching, multidisciplinary teacher education institutions, National Professional Standards for Teachers (NPST), and competency-based pedagogical practices. It also explores the role of educational technology, digital learning, multilingual education, inclusive classrooms, and learner-centered approaches in modern teacher preparation.
A critical dimension of the book involves analyzing challenges in implementation, such as infrastructure limitations, rural-urban disparities, quality assurance, and teacher training capacity. Contemporary discussions on reflective teaching, action research, ethics, and professional values are also incorporated to align teacher education with holistic educational goals.