PM interacts with winners of National Teachers Awards
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the 82 winners of this year's National Teachers Awards at his residence. The awardees shared their innovative teaching methods, and the Prime Minister emphasized roles such as monitoring children's behavior, addressing screen time and drug issues, and connecting learning with real-world skills.
Why It Matters
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In Simple Words
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the 82 winners of the National Teachers Awards at his official residence. These awardees were selected from three different departments, including school education, higher education and polytechnics, and skill development.
During the interaction, the Prime Minister highlighted key issues such as managing screen time, staying alert to drug habits, and looking beyond academic performance. He also encouraged teachers to foster curiosity, instill the dignity of labour, and connect students with real-world skills in line with the National Education Policy.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with winners of National Teachers Awards at Lok Kalyan Marg.
- A total of 82 teachers and educators were selected for the awards this year.
- 48 teachers are from the Department of School Education and Literacy.
- 21 teachers/faculty members are from Higher Educational Institutions and Polytechnics.
- 13 skill trainers are from the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
- The Prime Minister highlighted concerns regarding excessive screen time and drug issues among children.
- He stressed the importance of taking children outside the classroom to connect with real world skills under the National Education Policy.
- Teachers shared their experiences, innovations, and creative approaches to make classroom learning engaging.
Exam Angle
A. 82 teachers and educators
Source: Press Information Bureau