• Pratik Godbole
• Pooja Nandi
• Kirtikumar Randive

The landscape of higher education assessment is undergoing transformation. The New Education Policy (NEP) was introduced in India in 2020, since then much is talked about its implementation and assessment. Whereas implementation is much related to policy matter, assessment is more dynamic and open for all the stakeholders. The traditional methods had limited pedagogic tools and methods of assessment; however, the NEP embraces alternative assessment approaches such as self and peer feedback, learning through reflective practices and collaborative engagement of the students. Modern day technological innovations provided a cornerstone for shaping the NEP. Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), learning analytics, and digital platforms like e-portfolios are revolutionizing assessment practices. These technologies enable personalized, efficient, and comprehensive evaluation of student competencies, fostering a learning environment tailored to individual needs. Competency-based assessment (CBA) shifts focus from rote-learning to the development of practical skills and critical thinking, preparing students for dynamic workplace demands and lifelong learning. Multidisciplinary and holistic assessment methods integrate diverse disciplinary perspectives, promoting cross-disciplinary teamwork and application of knowledge across the fields of knowledge. The assessment methods suggested here are aimed at accommodating diverse student capabilities, equitable evaluation, and holistic educational environment. Despite challenges in theoretical frameworks and traditional assessment norms, the pursuit of universal design for assessment remains crucial for achieving equitable and effective learning outcomes as envisioned by NEP 2020. Embracing these innovative assessment methodologies would greatly enhance the quality of education and outcome in India’s higher education sector.

NEP 2020, Assessment, Assessment Methods, Strategies, National Education policy 2020, Gurukul system, British colonial education system, pre-independence education, post-independence education

"Innovative Assessment Methods for India’s New Education Policy – 2020", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 10, page no.c335-c357, October-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2410241.pdf

"Innovative Assessment Methods for India’s New Education Policy – 2020", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 10, page no. ppc335-c357, October-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2410241.pdf