National Professional Standards for Teachers (NPST) Guide 2023
Explore the National Professional Standards for Teachers (NPST), aligned with the National Education Policy 2020, to elevate teacher quality and provide high-quality education. Learn about the key features, career stages, implementation framework, and more to enhance teaching excellence in India.
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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 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.
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.
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.
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 ..
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.
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.
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.
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.
