NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS FOR TEACHERS (NPST) Ref: NPST Guiding Document, 2023 Prepared Presented By: Mr. Vijay Jangra Introduction to NPST Concept Origin: NPST aligns with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to
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NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS FOR TEACHERS (NPST) Ref: NPST Guiding Document, 2023 Prepared & Presented By:
Mr. Vijay Jangra<br>
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Introduction to NPST Concept Origin: NPST aligns with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to enhance teacher quality and achieve equitable, high-quality education for all students.
Objective: Establish professional standards to define teacher roles, competencies, and career growth pathways across different expertise levels.
Responsibility: Developed by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) in consultation with various stakeholders.<br>
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Key Features of NPST Core Values and Ethics:
Focus on integrity, professionalism, and equity.
Promote inclusivity, respect, and mutual understanding.
Knowledge and Practice:
Covers subject knowledge, pedagogical content, and learning assessment.
Encompasses designing inclusive and engaging learning experiences.
Professional Growth and Development:
Continuous Professional Development (CPD) to keep up with innovations.
Encourages reflective practices and peer mentoring.<br>
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Career Stages and Competency Levels Proficient Teacher (Praveen Shikshak):
Demonstrates basic teaching skills and creates a positive learning environment.
Supported by in-school mentors for skill enhancement.
Advanced Teacher (Unnat Shikshak):
Serves as a peer leader with refined teaching skills.
Actively integrates subject expertise and pedagogical advancements.
Expert Teacher (Kushal Shikshak):
Mentors colleagues and leads professional development.
Exemplifies exceptional teaching and collaborative practices.<br>
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Implementation Framework Preparation and Research:
Developed through consultations and benchmarking with global standards.
Informed by research on teacher education in India and abroad.
Pilot Studies:
Conducted in 75 schools (KVS, NVS, and CBSE) with 1,175 teachers.
Focused on assessing competencies and gathering feedback. Continue…………..<br>
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Implementation Framework Operationalization:
Establishment of the National Centre for Teacher Quality (NCTQ) as a digital platform for repository management.
States/UTs to adopt and integrate NPST standards.
Assessment Tools:
Teachers to maintain a Competency Portfolio with performance evidence.
Periodic evaluations based on set performance indicators.<br>
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Key Domains and Standards Core Values & Ethics:
Promotes constitutional values, environmental consciousness, and ethical practices.
Knowledge & Practice:
Emphasizes subject mastery, learner diversity, and inclusive education.
Professional Development:
Encourages lifelong learning through workshops, research, and reflective practices.<br>
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Significance and Benefits Teacher Empowerment: Guides career development and sets clear expectations.
Student Outcomes: Improves learning experiences by fostering skilled educators.
System Coherence: Creates uniform standards across teacher qualifications and practices.<br>
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Future Directions Periodic Review:
Standards to be revised every ten years based on empirical studies.
Capacity Building:
Training programs for implementing agencies and teachers.
Integration with NEP 2020 Goals:
Aligning with the 5+3+3+4 school structure and multidisciplinary approaches.<br>
