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Research Article | Open Access
Volume 14 2022 | None
UNIVERSALISING EDUCATION IN INDIA THROUGH EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION: MAJOR CONCERNS IN THE LIGHT OF NATIONAL EDUCATION POLICY, 2020
Dr DurgaLekshmi G S
Pages: 473-476
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of the study is to analyse the concerns of National Education Policy (NEP, 2020) regarding ECCE. The author examines various provisions given in the draft of new education policy in schooleducation especially Early Childhood Care and Education.Methodology:The author attempted a qualitative research method where content analysis of the data was analysed and interpreted. The author analysed the recommendations of NEP, 2020 by reviewing the drafts of NEP and various research articles and news reports. Findings/ Result:NEP has laid the foundation for Universalisation of Education through Universalisation of Early Childhood Care and Education. The target period is ten years i.e. to complete the mission by 2030. The time devoted to ECCE is five years, from age 3-to 6 where the children are provided with basic or foundational education. The Policy focuses on the all-round and holistic development of the individuals by providing optimal learning situations. The National Curricular and Pedagogical Framework put forward by NCERT highlights the importance of skill development, cognitive and psychomotor development, socio-cultural-emotional development, and the development of 3Rs and communication skills. There are also plans for ideal communication between Anganwadis and primary schools by providing quality training to the workers and teachers.All these proposals will help learners get universal access to education through ECCE. The Policy promotes the involvement of private and non-governmental organisations to take part in ECCE and thereby help the national goals of education
Keywords
National Education Policy, Early Childhood Care and Education,Universalisation of Education, Education for All, SarvaSiksha Abhiyan
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