International Journal of Multi Studies

Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026): Current Trends in Multidisciplinary Studies
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Bridging Piagetian Constructivism and NEP 2020: A framework for English language pedagogy in Indian Secondary Classrooms

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  • mayank Singh
mayank Singh Independent Researcher

Published 2026-09-13

Keywords

  • Piagetian constructivism, NEP 2020, english language pedagogy, POGIL, 5ES model, competency-based education.

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Bridging Piagetian Constructivism and NEP 2020: A framework for English language pedagogy in Indian Secondary Classrooms. (2026). International Journal of Multi Studies, 1(2). https://themultistudies.com/article/view/6

Abstract

The NEP 2020 represents a paradigm shift from the old rigid and examination-oriented approach of education in India to a 
flexible, competency-based approach. In this article, a pedagogical model is presented that is aligned with the principles of 
Scopus and based on the cognitive constructivist approach of Jean Piaget for teaching ELT in secondary level according to the 
requirement of NEP 2020. With the study of the cognitive dynamics (assimilation, accommodation, and equilibration), this 
paper seeks to systematically transform science education into language acquisition using active learning models in the form of 
Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) model and 5Es Instructional Framework. This approach replaces 
mechanical rote learning with a learning environment that treats the English language as a laboratory for language 
investigation, conceptualization and application. It presents the theoretical synthesis, the redefined roles of students and 
teachers in EFL, an English language learning cycle blueprint, and then discusses structural strategies in order to reduce the 
socio-emotional and gender disparity in language achievement.

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