Dr. Angel Ratnabai’s Reflections on the Workshop
During the sessions, Dr. Angel Ratnabai, Associate Professor, CIET-NCERT, appreciated the commitment and expertise of the participants. She highlighted the following key points about the work and contributions made during the workshop:
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“This handbook will become a living resource for teachers, not a theoretical document. It reflects the collective wisdom of practitioners and experts from across the country.”
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“The contributions of participants, especially ICT Awardee teachers and resource persons from SCERTs, ensured that every draft was grounded in classroom realities.”
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“The diversity of participants—from different states, contexts, and experiences—brought richness and inclusivity to the techno-pedagogical models being developed.”
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“The enthusiasm of the group showed that when teachers come together, they can create innovative solutions that truly align with the vision of NEP 2020.”
Her reflections underscored the value of collaborative knowledge creation and the importance of empowering teachers as leaders in digital transformation.
“This handbook will become a living resource for teachers, not a theoretical document. It reflects the collective wisdom of practitioners and experts from across the country.”
“The contributions of participants, especially ICT Awardee teachers and resource persons from SCERTs, ensured that every draft was grounded in classroom realities.”
“The diversity of participants—from different states, contexts, and experiences—brought richness and inclusivity to the techno-pedagogical models being developed.”
“The enthusiasm of the group showed that when teachers come together, they can create innovative solutions that truly align with the vision of NEP 2020.”
Representation from SCERT Uttarakhand
Keeping in view work in the field of ICT integration, Ramesh Prasad Badoni, Lecturer, IT Department, SCERT Uttarakhand, was deputed to participate in the workshop as a Resource Person. Alongside him, Manodhar Nainwal, ICT awardee teacher from Uttarakhand, also joined the workshop, further strengthening the state’s contribution to the national initiative.
Participants of the Workshop
The workshop saw enthusiastic participation from 40 experienced educators and ICT experts representing different states and institutions. These participants, along with several other national ICT awardee teachers, contributed their expertise in drafting, reviewing, and finalizing techno-pedagogical integration models.
Workshop Highlights
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Opening Remarks: The workshop commenced with insightful opening remarks by Prof. Indu Kumar, Head of the Department of ICT, NCERT.
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Guidance & Coordination: The sessions were directed and coordinated by Associate Professor Angel Ratnabai, CIET-NCERT, along with her dedicated team.
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Collaborative Development: Resource Persons worked in groups to draft, review, and refine techno-pedagogical integration models for classroom implementation.
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Future Roadmap: The draft handbook prepared during this workshop will undergo further refinement through pilot trials, with the final version expected by November–December 2025.
Objective of the Handbook
The central aim of the handbook is to provide practical teaching plans that demonstrate how digital resources, interactive tools, and innovative pedagogy can be seamlessly integrated into classroom practices. This will support teachers nationwide in implementing NEP 2020’s vision of technology-driven, competency-based learning.
A Collective Effort for Future-Ready Classrooms
The participation of award-winning teachers and academic experts ensured that the handbook reflects ground-level classroom realities while embedding innovative digital practices. The involvement of SCERT Uttarakhand representatives, alongside national leaders in ICT pedagogy, highlights the state’s commitment to advancing technology-enabled quality education.
This initiative marks another milestone in CIET-NCERT’s efforts to equip educators with 21st-century teaching strategies, ensuring that learners benefit from interactive, engaging, and future-ready classrooms.
The handbook developed during this workshop will serve as a practical guide for teachers and educators across India. Its benefits include:
- Bridging Pedagogy and Technology
- Support for NEP 2020 Implementation
- Enhancing Teacher Competence
- Promoting Inclusive and Equitable Learning
- Future-Ready Classrooms
- Practical and Classroom-Tested
