Pedagogical Shifts in Online Teaching: Understanding the Role of Teachers in the Digital Era
Dr. Sarita Bajpai, Assistant professor, Department of Education (Hearing Impairment), Shree Dev Special teacher training centre, Rajasthan
Published Date: 30 October 2025
Issue: Vol. 1 ★ Issue 1 ★ October 2025
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Abstract:

The COVID-19 pandemic brought an unprecedented transformation in the global education system, making online teaching an inevitable mode of learning. This research paper analyzes the pedagogical shifts in the digital era and the evolving role of teachers from knowledge transmitters to facilitators of learning experiences. It explores emerging teaching strategies, digital assessment methods, instructional design principles, and the application of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework. Grounded in social constructivist theory, the study redefines teachers’ roles as mentors, guides, and motivators in promoting equity, inclusivity, and engagement in online education.

Keywords: : Online Teaching, Teacher’s Role, Digital Era, Pedagogical Shift, Constructivism, Assessment, Universal Design for Learning (UDL).