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Neuro-Linguistic Programming is not a new concept; however, it has gained strong momentum in the last 10 years and has become an effective tool in education. NLP was originally devised in the 1970s and was the joint brainchild of a mathematician and computer scientist, Richard Bandler, and a professor in linguistics, John Grinder.

NLP has revolutionized the way in which teachers communicate with their students and help in their personal development. Furthermore, teachers are better equipped to handle challenging behaviors and difficult situations in the classroom with the help of NLP. For instance, bullying is a difficult situation that often arises in schools and teachers can utilize one of the key tools of NLP: Perceptual Positioning to solve the problem. Through perceptual positioning, teachers can inspire the bully and the bullied to exchange perspectives and try to see the situation through each other’s eyes.

NLP is not only helpful in difficult situations but also allows teachers to build a positive rapport with the students. Teachers generally work according to a lesson plan, but NLP allows them to step out of rigid methods of teaching and build on a different approach depending on the reactions of the students. This leads to much better outcomes and a more positive rapport between the student and the teacher.

One of the most difficult situations a teacher has to deal with is creating enthusiasm in the class for the lesson being taught. However, teachers have found interesting methods to overcome this problem by using simple NLP techniques such as voice modulation, creating the right pacing with each lesson, and other methods.

The most appealing factor of NLP is that it can be seamlessly integrated into a teacher’s existing lesson plan and lead to better outcomes. A teacher who is trained in NLP has the ability to identify what a student needs in order to overcome their individual challenges and has the right set of tools to help them reach their own solution.

Suitable for teachers from nursery classes right up to those delivering adult education, NLP is a set of tools which enables individuals to not only achieve their potential but also to enjoy the experience, and develop patterns of thinking and behavior which will be useful not just inside, but also outside of the classroom too.

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 marks a monumental milestone in the country’s education system. After a long wait of 34 years, NEP 2020 is a welcome step in the right direction, focusing on critical thinking, experiential learning, interactive classrooms, integrated pedagogy, and competency-based education.

Here are some of the ways in which NEP 2020 will fuel India's journey to becoming a knowledge superpower:-

1. The current 10+2 system to be replaced by a new 5+3+3+4 curricular structure corresponding to ages 3-8, 8-11, 11-14, and 14-18 years respectively. This will bring the hitherto uncovered age group of 3-6 years under the school curriculum, which has been recognized globally as the crucial stage for the development of mental faculties of a child. The new system will have 12 years of schooling with three years of Anganwadi/ pre-schooling.The policy extensively focuses on universalizing access from early childhood to higher education, integrating over 20 million out-of-school children, and makes concerted efforts for the socio-economically disadvantaged groups, which will ensure embodying antyodaya.

2. NEP 2020 marks the exit of archaic practices and pedagogy. Theremoval of a rigid distinction between curricular, extracurricular, and co-curricular subjects in school, and the provision of multiple entry and exit options in higher education will make way for fluidity and flexibility for students to hone their skills and interests.
3. The proposal to introduce vocational education from grade 6 onwards and the creation of a National Committee for the Integration of Vocational Education (NCIVE) is a significant move. It will not only minimize the social stigma attached with taking up a vocation as a career in the minds of students and parents but will also expose them to the various career paths including entrepreneurial ventures.
4. The cluster-based approach of developing ‘school complexes,’ periodic assessment of competencies, National Testing Agency for conducting universal entrance examinations, and integration of technology are critical reform measures that will go a long way in bringing about the desired improvement in the quality of school education.
5. The move to set the Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) in the education policy is a right step in this direction. HECI will function as a single overarching body with four distinct functions under its ambit, viz Regulation (NHERC), Funding (Higher Education Grants Council), Accreditation (National Accreditation Council), and Setting of Academic Standard (General Education Council). The four institutions will carry out their functions independent of each other.
6. One of the other important aspects of this new policy that is set to fundamentally transform the research landscape of the country is the creation of a National Research Foundation (NRF) that intends to fund allkinds of research proposals having a strong bearing on the nation's interest. NRF provides a level playing field as it will be open to both public and private sector institutions.

As our young nation strides towards development and advancing our capabilities globally, NEP 2020 is expected shape the lives of India’s future generations.