Developing Vocational Skills During Teaching Learning

Past programs19 April 2026 → 19 April 2026

About this program

A On-Line Lecture on “Developing Vocational Skills During Teaching Learning” by Dr. V. S. Mehrotra, Professor, NCERT, PSSCIVE, Bhopal (M.P.) Organize by DAKSHTAA Vocational Education will prepare students for meaningful and productive participation in the world of work by learning hands-on abilities and skills (i.e., ‘physically doing’), developing equal respect for head-hands-heart, valuing the dignity of labour, and understanding vocational choices for the future. Therefore, schools must provide students a broad but experiential introduction to different kinds of work, and a deep exposure to and a defined set of practical competencies in least one area of work. Vocational Education draws from and builds on the competencies developed in other curricular areas. For example, Mathematics for calculations and estimations, Social Science to understand the place of work in society and production chains, Science to understand how things work and how their functioning can be improved. Thus, it is complementary to and builds on other curricular areas, and not an isolated area. (NCF SE P 428) Cognitive Development and Vocational skills – Hand to Hand The development of vocational capacities will go hand-in-hand with the development of ‘academic’ or other capacities. Vocational education will be integrated in the educational offerings of all secondary schools in a phased manner over the next decade. (NEP 2020, page 44) It is a serious concern that can only be dealt with by a complete re-imagination of how vocational education is offered to students in the future. This policy aims to overcome the social status hierarchy associated with vocational education and requires integration of vocational education programmes into mainstream education in all education institutions in a phased manner. Beginning with vocational exposure at early ages in middle and secondary school, quality vocational education will be integrated smoothly into higher education. It will ensure that every child learns at least one vocation and is exposed to several more. This would lead to emphasizing the dignity of labour and importance of various vocations involving /Indian arts and artisanship. (NEP 2020, page 44) Programme Description Cognitive development and vocational skills are intrinsically linked and can be developed together through hands-on, experiential learning. Vocational skills, which involve practical, real-world applications, provide opportunities for cognitive development through problem-solving, critical thinking, and adapting to new situations. Conversely, strong cognitive abilities are essential for effectively learning and applying vocational skills. Teachers can integrate vocational skills development into their teaching by connecting classroom learning to real-world applications, incorporating practical projects, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

Sessions

Session 1: This session explores the intrinsic relationship between cognitive development and vocational skills, emphasizing their integrated role in holistic education as envisioned in the National Education Policy (2020). It highlights how vocational education, grounded in experiential and hands-on learning, contributes significantly to the development of higher-order thinking skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and adaptability. Participants will examine how vocational education is not a separate stream but a complementary and enriching component of the school curriculum. Drawing connections with subjects like Mathematics, Science, and Social Science, the session will demonstrate how real-world applications can deepen conceptual understanding and make learning more meaningful. The session will also address the need to reimagine vocational education in schools to overcome social hierarchies associated with it and to promote the dignity of labour. Teachers will be introduced to practical strategies for integrating vocational exposure into classroom practices, including project-based learning, interdisciplinary approaches, and experiential activities. Through discussions, case examples, and reflective exercises, participants will develop an understanding of how to create learning environments that equip students with both cognitive competencies and vocational skills, ensuring readiness for life and work in the 21st century. Learning Objectives By the end of the session, participants will be able to: Understand the link between cognitive development and vocational skills Explain the vision of vocational education as per NEP 2020 Identify opportunities to integrate vocational learning into their subject areas Design classroom activities that promote experiential and skill-based learning Foster respect for the dignity of labour among students Key Themes Covered Experiential learning and “learning by doing” Integration of academic and vocational domains Interdisciplinary connections NEP 2020 vision for vocational education Role of teachers in skill integration Suggested Pedagogical Approaches Group discussions and brainstorming Case study analysis Activity-based learning Reflection and sharing Lesson design workshop

19 April 2026 · 10:30 – 13:30

Expert: Dr. V. S. Mehrotra, Professor, NCERT, PSSCIVE, Bhopal (M.P.)

Program Code

Z90716

Dates

19 April 2026 – 19 April 2026

Total Sessions