The document summarizes key aspects of the National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020) related to the role of school libraries and librarians. It discusses establishing school/public libraries as integral parts of the teaching and learning process. Libraries will be made available to communities after school hours and digital libraries will be prioritized. The NEP 2020 also emphasizes collection development focusing on multilingual resources, subjects, special needs, and experiential learning. It promotes connecting libraries with society by celebrating schools as community institutions and inviting community involvement. Professional development of librarians is also highlighted, with an expectation of 50 hours of training annually for librarians.

1. NEP 2020:
Role of School Library &
Librarian
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S. L. FAISAL

2. Overview
Education Policy: Timeline
Key Principles
Salient Features
Foundational Literacy and
Numeracy
Universal Access
Pedagogical Structure
Multilingualism
Library Resources
Collection Development
Connecting with Society
Resource Sharing
Professional Development & Career
Progression
Points to remember
References

3. Education Policy in
Independent India
Timeline
University Education Commission (1948):
Dr. S. Radhakrishnan
Secondary Education Commission (1952):
Dr. A. Lakshmanaswami Mudaliar
National Policy on Education (1968):
Dr. Daulat Singh Kothari
National Policy on Education (1986)
National Education Policy (2020):
Approved by the Cabinet on 29 July 2020

4. Recognizing, identifying, and
fostering the unique
capabilities of each student.
Achieving Foundational
Literacy and Numeracy by all
students by Grade 3.
Flexibility to decide learning
paths by learners.
Multidisciplinarity and a
holistic education.
Key Principles of NEP 2020
No hard separations between
arts and sciences, between
curricular and extra-
curricular activities, between
vocational and academic
streams, etc.
Creativity and critical
thinking.
Ethics and human &
Constitutional values
Promoting multilingualism
and the power of language.
Developing life skills.
Focus on regular formative
assessment for learning.
Extensive use of technology.
Respect for diversity and
respect for the local context
in all curriculum, pedagogy,
and policy.
Emphasis on conceptual
understanding.

5. Full equity and inclusion.
Synergy in curriculum across
all levels of education.
Teachers and faculty as the
heart of the learning process –
their recruitment, continuous
professional development,
positive working environments
and service conditions.
A‘light but tight’ regulatory
framework.
Key Principles of NEP 2020
Encouraging innovation and
out-of-the-box ideas through
autonomy, good governance,
and empowerment.
Outstanding Research and
Continuous Review.
A rootedness and pride in
India, and its rich, diverse,
ancient and modern culture
and knowledge systems and
traditions.
Access to quality education
must be considered a basic
right of every child.
Substantial investment in a
strong, vibrant public
education system.
Encouragement and
facilitation of true
philanthropic private and
community participation.

6. Ensuring Universal Access
at all levels of school
education.
Early Childhood Care &
Education with new
Curricular and
Pedagogical Structure.
Attaining Foundational
Literacy and Numeracy.
Salient Features of NEP 2020
Reforms in school
curricula and pedagogy.
Multilingualism and the
power of language.
Equitable and Inclusive
Education.
Assessment Reforms.
School Governance.
Robust Teacher
Recruitment and Career
Path.
Standard-setting and
Accreditation for
School Education.

7. Role of School Library & Librarian
2. Foundational Literacy and Numeracy
School Libraries will be set up in villages to serve community during non-school hours.
Formation of Book Clubs. Creation of Digital Libraries.
A national repository of high-quality resources on DIKSHA.
National Mission on Foundational Literacy and Numeracy.
Achieving universal foundational literacy and numeracy in primary school by 2025.

8. Role of School Library & Librarian
School/public libraries will be made integral part of teaching learning process and will be
made available after school hours to community, and particularly to parents. Setting- up of
digital libraries will be given priority and book clubs will be promoted. (Timeline 2022-25).
NBT with the help of other stakeholders will develop engaging and inspirational books
(both physical and e-books) for students, including for disabled students, as additional
resources at all levels, keeping in view the local language requirements.
A National Book Promotion policy will be developed by NCERT keeping in view the
diversity of the country. SCERTs will ensure adoption of the same in state/UTs through
systematic inclusion in curriculum. Reading campaigns/competitions/spell-bees/fastest
reader contests, etc. will be launched by states/UTs/ KVS/JNV/ CTSA for promoting joyful
reading amongst children. (Timeline 2022-23 onwards)
SARTHAQ IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR NEP 2020

9. Role of School Library & Librarian
3. Universal Access to Education at All Levels
Involving NGOs, Community and Alumni
Special emphasis on Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups (SEDGs).
Supporting Formal & Non-formal education modes.
Allowing Public-philanthropic partnerships in developing schools.
Community & Alumni volunteering (database VIDYANJALI Portal).
Tutoring, Career guidance and mentoring.

10. Role of School Library & Librarian
Revised Curricular and Pedagogical Structure
Developing resources and services for the new set of users.

11. Role of School Library & Librarian
Holistic development of learners.
Enhancing essential learning and critical thinking.
Experiential learning: Art-integration, Sports-integration.
Greater flexibility and exposure to and enjoyment of a wider range of subjects. Couse
choices.
Multilingualism.
Gifted Students/Students with Special Talents.
Students with special needs. Persons with Disabilities.
Digital pedagogy.
The aim of education will not only be cognitive development, but also building character and
creating holistic and well-rounded individuals equipped with the key 21st century skills.
Library resources must support

12. Role of School Library & Librarian
Multilingualism
Wherever possible, the medium of instruction until at least Grade 5, but preferably
till Grade 8 and beyond, will be the home language/mother tongue/local
language/regional language. Thereafter, the home/local language shall continue to
be taught as a language wherever possible.
The three-language formula.
High-quality bilingual textbooks and teaching-learning materials for science and
mathematics, so that students are enabled to think and speak about the two
subjects both in their home language/mother tongue and in English.

13. Role of School Library & Librarian
Collection Development
Knowledge of India: ancient and modern
Environmental awareness including water and resource conservation, sanitation
and hygiene
Current affairs and understanding of critical issues facing local communities
The specialties of each state, countries and the world around
Tribal and indigenous knowledge
All forms of literature Indian and International
A multi-disciplinary approach to all subjects
Subject’s collection such as physical education, the arts, and vocational crafts,
etc
Nature of content

14. Role of School Library & Librarian
Collection Development
Home language/mother-tongue as the medium of instruction
Inclusion of children with special needs
Support for Gifted Students/Students with Special Talent
Providing supplementary enrichment materials.
National & International Olympiads Resources
Home-based education Resources.
Textbooks in accessible formats such as large print and Braille.

15. Role of School Library & Librarian
Collection Development
Digital
Multi-lingual Resources
Multi-leveled books
Bi-lingual books
Indian literature with global literature
Blend of modern and classical literature in all languages
Books based on inquiry, critical thinking and problem solving
Folklore and stories from different states
Resources to include pride in India, and it’s diverse, ancient and modern culture and
knowledge systems and traditions
Books to support Vocational Education
And resources to lead to Global awareness

16. Role of School Library & Librarian
7. 12 Connecting with Society
Celebrating the school as a community institution.
Inviting community involvement.
Promoting social, intellectualand volunteer activities.
Samajik Chetna Kendra.

17. Role of School Library & Librarian
7. 1 & 7.5
Efficient Resourcing and Effective Governance through
School Complexes/Clusters
Use the school library (after school hours and on weekends)

18. Continuous
Professional
Development (CPD)
Each teacher will be
expected to participate in
at least 50 hours of CPD
opportunities every year
for their own professional
development, driven by
their own interests.
Professional Development & Career Progression
Career Management and Progression (CMP)
Vertical mobility of teachers based on merit will also be
paramount; outstanding teachers with demonstrated
leadership and management skills would be trained over
time to take on academic leadership positions in schools,
school complexes, BRCs, CRCs, BITEs, DIETs as well as
relevant government departments.
Therefore, a robust merit-based structure of tenure,
promotion, and salary structure will be developed, with
multiple levels within each teacher stage, that incentivizes
and recognizes outstanding teachers. A

19. Developing Library
Resources
Resource Sharing
Inclusive Education
Creation of Digital
Resources
Library Orientation
Strengthening Online
interfaces
Library as a Community
space.
Points to remember
NDLI, DIKSHA,
NROER
FLN
National Book
Promotion Policy
Social Book Clubs
Collaboration with
other Institutions
Partnerships with
NGOs & Volunteering.
Online Platforms
ICT integration
Multilingualism
Partnerships
Reading
campaigns/competiti
ons/spell-
bees/fastest reader
contests.
Social connectivity
initiatives

20. References
National Education Policy 2020
https://www.education.gov.in/sites/upload_files/mhrd/files/NEP_Final_English_0.pdf
Students’ And Teachers’ Holistic Advancement Through Quality Education
Implementation plan for National Education Policy 2020; Part 1 & 2
https://www.education.gov.in/sites/upload_files/mhrd/files/upload_document/SARTHAQ_
Part-1_updated.pdf