Authors : Dr. Seema Srivastava; Dr. Neelima Kamrah; Dr. Rachna Sharma; Dr. Anupam Bansal

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 4 - April

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26apr313

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Abstract : The inclusion of internships in the B.Ed. course, guided by NEP 2020, aims to create well-rounded educators who are not only academically proficient but also possess the practical skills, empathy, and adaptability needed to become effective and reflective professionals in the 21st-century education system. School internship program forms an integral part of any pre-service teacher -education program where the trainees are exposed to real teaching-learning situations and also carry out various projects and assignments in school. Keeping in view the recommendations suggested in NEP 2020 that internships in B.Ed. courses to promote experiential and activity-oriented learning, providing practical, hands-on experience in classroom settings and other professional environments are pivotal for ensuring quality in pre-service education. These internships focus on developing teaching skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities with the goal of improving graduate employability and fostering a connection between academia and the professional world. Key Aspects of NEP 2020-aligned B.Ed. Internships include Experiential Learning: The primary aim is for student-teachers to actively engage in real-world situations, applying theoretical knowledge in practical settings, Skill Development: Internships help develop crucial professional competencies, including communication, classroom management, 21-Century Skills, use of various pedagogical methods and Practical Exposure. Students gain first-hand exposure to the working environment of educational institutions and other entities which helps them understand organizational processes. Keeping in mind these aspects, A Study was being undertaken to get the frank opinions, experiences, and suggestions on the existing School Internship Programme under the B.Ed. two-year course from different stakeholders. The objective of this research is to suggest strategies to strengthen existing School Internship Program to make the curriculum of B.Ed. courses pragmatic and effective.

Keywords : School Internship Program, Teacher Education, Teaching Competency, Professional Development, Pedagogical Skills.

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