International Journal of Literacy and Education
2024, Vol. 4, Issue 2, Part D
Vocationalization of Indian education: Emerging perspectives
Author(s): Prachi and Shishir Kumar
Abstract: Vocational education has become a critical focus area within India’s educational and economic development landscape, reflecting the country’s urgent need to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical skills demanded by a rapidly evolving job market. This paper examines the vocationalization of Indian education through emerging perspectives shaped by government policies, industry requirements, and socio-cultural factors. It provides a comprehensive overview of historical developments, key policy initiatives such as the National Education Policy 2020 and the Skill India Mission, and institutional frameworks that support vocational training across various levels of education. The study explores how vocational education is increasingly viewed not only as skill acquisition but also as a pathway to holistic personal and professional development, with emphasis on entrepreneurship, digital literacy, and industry collaboration. It critically assesses persistent challenges such as social stigma, quality assurance, infrastructural deficits, and labor market mismatches, while highlighting innovative models and best practices from public-private partnerships and technology-enabled learning. Finally, the paper outlines future directions and policy recommendations to strengthen the vocational education ecosystem in India, emphasizing the need for systemic integration, enhanced funding, and societal acceptance. This study contributes to a nuanced understanding of vocationalization as an evolving concept crucial to achieving inclusive growth and sustainable development in the Indian context.
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Prachi, Shishir Kumar. Vocationalization of Indian education: Emerging perspectives. Int J Literacy Educ 2024;4(2):293-299.