The Research Dialogue

Author: Nikita Mani Tripathi

DOI: https://doi.org/10.64880/theresearchdialogue.v4i3.27

Abstract

                This study investigates Holistic Development in School Education per National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, proposing an implementation framework. Holistic development includes cognitive, socio-emotional, physical, ethical, and creative dimensions, prioritizing NEP 2020’s vision of equitable education that aids overall student growth and lifelong fulfillment. This development underpins wellbeing, facilitating further learning. Achieving universal quality education hinges on understanding holistic development in school contexts, aligning policy with practice. The research explores theoretical foundations, defining components, dimensions, and indicators while analyzing NEP 2020 concerning these aspects. Holistic development draws from child development and cultural psychology, inspired by theories from Piaget, Vygotsky, and Bronfenbrenner. It assumes an interactive relationship among cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains, reinforcing overall learning, behavior, and wellbeing. Grounded in Child Development Theory, the study aligns holistic development with Educational, Developmental, and Clinical Psychology, together with Social, Emotional, and Ethical Learning, fostering wellbeing, character, and citizenship. However, challenges exist, particularly the lack of a comprehensive framework for Holistic Development in School Education and various policy instruments under NEP 2020, along with limited progress on core requirements. By articulating an understanding of Holistic Development and compatible policy mapping, the study aims to assist educational stakeholders in achieving NEP 2020’s vision of just, equitable, inclusive, and humanistic Holistic Development for all learners. (Aithal & Aithal, 2019)

Keywords: School Education, Holistic Development, Social, Emotional, and Ethical Learning.

Cite this Article:

Tripathi Nikita Mani,“ Holistic Development in School Education: A Conceptual Study Based on NEP 2020” The Research Dialogue, Open Access Peer-reviewed & Refereed Journal, pp.226–232.