Transforming Classrooms through Digital Education: Initiatives in India's Middle and Secondary Schools

Ismail Thamarasseri*, Nisha Iqbal**
*-** School of Pedagogical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India.
Periodicity:October - December'2025

Abstract

The integration of digital initiatives in middle and secondary level education has significantly transformed the learning landscape at national, state, and local levels. Governments and educational institutions are leveraging technology to enhance accessibility, engagement, and effectiveness in teaching and learning. At the national level, initiatives such as digital classrooms, e-learning platforms, and policy frameworks like the National Education Policy (NEP) emphasise technology-driven pedagogy. State governments have adopted localised digital programmes, including smart classrooms, online teacher training, and regional language e-content. At the local level, schools and community organisations are implementing digital tools, mobile learning applications, and blended learning approaches to bridge the digital divide and cater to diverse learning needs. These initiatives collectively aim to foster digital literacy, improve educational equity, and equip students with 21st-century skills, ensuring a more inclusive and adaptive education system. However, challenges such as infrastructure limitations, teacher training, and internet accessibility remain critical areas for further development.

Keywords

Digital Education, E-Learning Initiatives, Technology Integration, Blended Learning, Educational Equity.

How to Cite this Article?

Thamarasseri, I., and Iqbal, N. (2025). Transforming Classrooms through Digital Education: Initiatives in India's Middle and Secondary School. i-manager’s Journal on School Educational Technology, 21(2), 42-54.

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