Vice President calls for closing digital divide, transformation in teaching methods

NEW DELHI: Vice President Venkaiah Naidu called for tackling the digital divide in the country in light of the efforts made by centre and state governments in promoting digital learning in India. He called for better internet connectivity in rural areas to promote inclusivity, and transformation in teaching methods. He was speaking at an inaugural programme at the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research (NITTTR) in Chennai. He also inaugurated the sports centre and open education resource at NITTTR.

The Vice President, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu inaugurating the Sports Centre at @nitttr_chennai today. pic.twitter.com/UDAyvOYj2O

— Vice President of India (@VPSecretariat) February 14, 2022

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During his speech, Naidu said that the pandemic-induced restrictions have adversely affected girls, underprivileged children, children with disabilities, those living in rural areas and children from ethnic minorities more than their peers. He called for teachers training to make teachers adapt to e-learning.

Naidu also mentioned the importance of teachers training in India and said that teachers have the responsibility to make students responsible citizens. He also praised teachers across the country for their efforts in continuing education despite the persisting COVID-19 pandemic crisis.

The Vice President interacting with the faculty members and students of @nitttr_chennai. pic.twitter.com/R9wWAhFNrT

— Vice President of India (@VPSecretariat) February 14, 2022

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The Vice-President further said that the education system in India should be decolonised. He called for taking inspiration from the ancient Indian knowledge system. He also spoke on the importance of promoting regional languages and lauded the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) for introducing technical courses in Indian languages.