ICT in higher education for sustainable development in India: Perspective from NEP 2020

Abstract

This study is examined from a theoretical perspective of the importance of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education, where the focus is largely on the system of analyzing Learning Outcome, for the means of improving teaching and learning environment in higher education. The study suggested that with advanced technology, has yet not being very successful in meeting the demands of Infrastructure facilities placed by the faculty members, the academicians are increasingly involved in administrative tasks, rather than the teaching and learning, and research activity. The application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) does not focus on technology that adds value to education and promotes Quality Education for Sustainable Development. The New Education Policy 2020 has envisaged for the promotion of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Education for Sustainable Development. The paper focus on the steps taken into consideration by the government of India for the promotion of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Higher Education for Sustainable Development, and the outcome would be of how these recommendations could be implemented at the grassroot level of Higher Education system in India.