Exploring the Challenges of Skill-based Education in Secondary Schools of Nagaland: A Reflection

Abstract

According to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, skill development is regarded as a crucial aspect of education. NEP aims to integrate skill education into mainstream academia to prepare students to join the 21st Century workforce.  Nagaland, like many other regions has several issues and challenges that hinder the effective implementation of skill- based education programs. This paper focuses on analysing the specific obstacles that surface during the process of integrating skill education into Secondary Education. Key challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, shortage of trained instructors, lack of variety of skill options, among others, have been highlighted. Furthermore, the paper explores effective recommendations to address these challenges while still aligning with the NEP 2020 objectives. In this way, Nagaland can foster a vigorous skill education that will empower its youth to succeed and improve the overall socio-economic landscape of the state.