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Khel Yatra Textbook
In line with the National Education Policy (NEP), Haryana has launched the Khel Yatra textbook for Class 6 teachers in government schools to enhance physical education and health awareness.
Key Points
- Target Audience: Exclusively designed for Class 6 teachers in Haryana's government schools.
- Primary Goal: To enhance physical education by providing a structured resource for teachers, moving beyond informal play to a curriculum-based approach.
- Core Content: The book focuses on motor skills, sports techniques (specifically Kho-Kho and handball), yoga, and health awareness.
- Implementation Strategy: Teachers will first study the book and then conduct five structured activities with students, ensuring a standardized learning process.
- Broader Objective: To foster holistic development by creating a supportive environment that promotes physical and mental well-being, aligning with the NEP's emphasis on holistic education.
National Education Policy (NEP) 2020
- About: NEP 2020, which replaced the 34-year-old NEP of 1986, seeks to address gaps in quality, equity, and access across all levels of education.
- Formulated based on the Dr K Kasturirangan Committee recommendations, it emphasizes foundational literacy, a holistic curriculum, multilingual education, and the integration of vocational and academic pathways.
- Key Provisions:
- Structural Reforms: Replaced 10+2 system with 5+3+3+4 to suit children aged 3–18.
- Experiential Learning: Promotes internships, field visits, and real-world projects to connect theory with practice.
- Teacher Training: Focus on continuous professional development for teachers to meet evolving educational needs.
Key Initiatives: PM SHRI Schools, NIPUN Bharat, PARAKH, NISHTHA etc.
