• Dr.Md.Tanwir Yunus

The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in teacher education has been a key priority for the Indian government, with several policies aimed at enhancing digital infrastructure and pedagogical innovation. This pilot study examines the role of government policies in the implementation of ICT in teacher education institutions in Patna, identifying challenges, gaps, and opportunities for effective integration. The study adopts a mixed-methods approach, utilizing quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to assess the current state of ICT adoption, its impact on teacher training, and the effectiveness of existing policies such as the National Policy on ICT in Education (2012) and the Bihar ICT Policy (2011). Findings reveal that despite policy initiatives, significant challenges remain, including insufficient infrastructure, lack of teacher training, funding constraints, and bureaucratic hurdles that hinder policy implementation at the ground level. Teachers and administrators express a positive attitude toward ICT but highlight the need for better professional development programs, improved access to digital tools, and more localized implementation strategies to address region-specific challenges. The study emphasizes the importance of public-private partnerships, structured capacity-building programs, and adaptive policy frameworks to enhance ICT usage in teacher education. The study concludes that while government policies have laid a strong foundation for ICT integration, effective execution at the institutional level requires targeted interventions, increased funding, and continuous monitoring. Recommendations include infrastructure enhancement, digital literacy training, and the creation of an ICT-friendly ecosystem to bridge the digital divide and foster innovative, technology-driven education in Patna.

PILOT STUDY ON THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES IN ICT IMPLEMENTATION FOR TEACHER EDUCATION IN PATNA

"PILOT STUDY ON THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES IN ICT IMPLEMENTATION FOR TEACHER EDUCATION IN PATNA", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 12, page no.g663-g674, December-2022, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2212698.pdf

"PILOT STUDY ON THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES IN ICT IMPLEMENTATION FOR TEACHER EDUCATION IN PATNA", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 12, page no. ppg663-g674, December-2022, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2212698.pdf