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India Today
20-05-2025
- General
- India Today
Delhi government schools to begin pre-vocational classes for Classes 6 to 8
The Delhi government has announced the launch of a pre-vocational education programme for students in Classes 6 to 8 in its schools starting from the academic year 2025–26. The programme, aligned with the National Education Policy and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023, aims to equip students with vital life skills and early exposure to vocational the initial rollout, a new subject titled Kaushal Bodh will be introduced in Class 6, gradually expanding to Classes 7 and 8 in the coming years. The curriculum is structured around three key areas: Work with Life Forms, Work with Machines and Materials, and Work in Human Services. Students will be required to complete one project under each category annually, with a total of 110 hours dedicated to these skill-building tasks such as organic farming, carpentry, pottery, embroidery, cooking with millets, and basic electrical work will form the core of this initiative. Teachers will play a crucial role in guiding students through these projects, ensuring safety, collaboration, and the application of practical knowledge. Assessment will include written tests, oral presentations, activity logs, portfolios, and teacher evaluations. School heads are tasked with ensuring proper execution of the projects and supporting teacher training to integrate vocational learning within the classroom further support the programme, the Directorate of Education will organise Kaushal Melas, where students will present their work through live demonstrations. The initiative is expected to enhance critical thinking, teamwork, and lay a strong foundation for future vocational learning and career Watch
Indian Express
19-05-2025
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- Indian Express
Pottery, organic farming: Delhi govt plans vocational training for middle-school students
Hands-on training in pottery, organic farming, basic carpentry, bicycle repair, traditional food preparation, and hand weaving, among others — the Delhi Education Department has set out elaborate guidelines to introduce pre-vocational education among middle school students (Class VI to VIII) in Delhi's schools this year. An activity Book of vocational education, titled 'Kaushal Bodh', was first introduced last year in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023. A recent circular by the Department of Education, for the first time, has recommended an implementation strategy. Pre-vocational subjects will be introduced in a phased manner, as books will be released offline for classes 7 and 8 by the NCERT. Three categories of work under NCF-SE 2023: – 'Work with Life Forms', wherein projects related to plants and animals are included. – 'Work with Machines and Materials' is related to fabrics and wood, among others. – 'Work in Human Services' involves 'interaction with people' in the healthcare, food sectors, community service, among others. In each grade, students have to complete one project from each form of work in the academic year. The total time allotted for pre-vocational education is 110 hours, and the highest weightage (30% each) is for assessment through viva voce and activity book. Under the implementation strategy, the circular stated that 'existing subject teachers shall be trained for Kaushal Bodh sessions for facilitating different activities in classes 6 to 8'. Roles and responsibilities of school heads and regular teachers have been laid down: For school heads – Support the integration of vocational education as a distinct subject – Provide necessary resources, tools for project execution For regular teachers – Enable students to use available resources effectively – Adhere to safety protocol while making students understand material preparation, tools used – Encourage students to apply 'work in school' in real-life situations The department has announced the organisation of a 'Kaushal Mela' at the school level, which may be clubbed with other school activities for better participation. Under such a programme, showcasing projects made by students, live demonstrations, among others, have been recommended. Funds for the projects recommended under the 'Kaushal Bodh' textbook will be utilised from those allocated for pre-vocational activities/SMC, it said.
NDTV
19-05-2025
- General
- NDTV
Delhi Government Schools To Introduce Pre-vocational Education Programme
A pre-vocational education programme will be introduced for students of classes 6 to 8 in government schools of Delhi in the academic year 2025-26 in line with the National Education Policy, the Delhi Directorate of Education has announced. According to a circular issued by the Vocational Education Branch of DoE, 'Kaushal Bodh' will be introduced as a distinct subject for Class 6 in the first phase, followed by Classes 7 and 8 in subsequent years. The initiative is aimed at equipping students with essential life skills and vocational awareness to prepare them for real-world challenges and opportunities. The curriculum has been aligned with the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023 and focuses on three broad categories of work --- Work with Life Forms, Work with Machines and Materials, and Work in Human Services. Students are expected to complete three projects each year, one from each of the three categories, it stated. The programme encourages hands-on learning through activities such as organic farming, pottery, carpentry, cooking with millets, embroidery, and basic electrical work. Teachers will guide students in carrying out tasks safely, collaborating in groups, and applying their learning in practical settings, it said. Each student will be assessed based on written tests, oral presentations, activity books, portfolios, and teacher observations, with a total of 110 hours allocated annually for these activities, the circular read. The department instructed the heads of schools to oversee project execution, support teacher training and ensuring the integration of vocational education in the school environment. Regular teachers will be responsible for guiding students in skill-based tasks, facilitating assessments, and connecting classroom learning to real-world applications, it stated. The Education Department will also organise 'Kaushal Melas' to showcase student projects and encourage participation in demonstrations under expert supervision, it said. It added that this vocational education will enhance students' problem-solving abilities, foster teamwork, and develop foundational skills for future vocational paths.
