Digital Pedagogy in Indian Higher Education: Transforming Learning in the Post-Pandemic Era

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the digital transformation of higher education across the globe, with India witnessing a massive shift from traditional classroom teaching to virtual learning environments. This paper investigates the emergence and impact of digital pedagogy in Indian higher education post-2020. It explores how educators and institutions adapted to online modes of teaching, the technological tools adopted, pedagogical challenges faced, and student responses to this new model. Drawing on interviews, policy documents, and recent empirical studies, the article evaluates the long-term implications of digital pedagogy for curriculum design, inclusivity, and learner engagement. The findings indicate that while digital pedagogy opened doors to innovation and access, issues of digital inequality, teacher preparedness, and pedagogical adaptation continue to pose challenges. The paper concludes with recommendations for sustainable integration of digital pedagogy in India’s higher education system.