The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) will soon introduce specialized teacher training programs in Yoga, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and Sanskrit across India. Announced by NCTE chairperson Prof. Pankaj Arora, these courses aim to create skilled teachers who can support students’ holistic development.
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Key Highlights
New Courses: Yoga, Physical Training, Performing/Visual Arts, and Sanskrit teachers will receive specialized training.
Focus: Strengthen Indian languages and promote creative, physical, and cultural education in schools.
Additional Programs:
1-year B.Ed: For students completing a 4-year BA degree.
1-year M.Ed: Advanced training for existing teachers.
Part-time MA: For CBSE/SCERT teachers to upgrade skills.
What Leaders Said
Prof. Pankaj Arora (NCTE Chairperson):
“Our goal is to prepare teachers who can nurture creativity, physical health, and cultural values in students.”
Highlighted the need for fast implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya:
“Teachers don’t just teach – they build character and inspire innovation.”
Encouraged youth to become job creators, not just job seekers.
Kailash Chander Sharma (Haryana Education Council):
Emphasized NEP 2020’s vision to develop self-reliant, skilled youth with strong ethics.
Why This Matters
Better Teachers: Programs focus on practical skills, creativity, and cultural values.
NEP 2020 Goals:
Make education multi-disciplinary and globally competitive.
Provide flexible learning paths (e.g., 4-year ITEP + 1-year B.Ed).
Kurukshetra University’s Role:
Already implementing NEP 2020 in courses.
Rated A++ by NAAC for excellence in education.
What’s Next?
NCTE is working closely with universities and schools to transform teacher training nationwide. These programs will help teachers adapt to modern classrooms while preserving India’s rich cultural heritage.
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