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Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Besides teachers, parents & peers to assess students from this academic year
1 2 Pune: A new method of evaluation has been outlined by the state education department in line with the National Education Policy 2020 where peers and parents and teachers will assess students. Training for teachers will commence on Monday, in Pune. Previously, only teachers assessed students, but now students will evaluate each other, and parents will also be involved, followed by teachers' evaluations. Comprehensive progress reports will document students' overall performance, said Rahul Rekhawar, director of the State Council of Educational Research and Training. He added, "This evaluation method will be implemented in all schools across the state starting from this June. Special training will be conducted at district and taluka levels from June 2 to June 15. The schedule has been set by SCERT for all schools." Rekhawar said that the approach behind learning, assessment for learning, and learning as assessment will also be explained to teachers during the training. Evaluations will consider students' backgrounds and learning outcomes, and school-based assessments will be conducted. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Students will have the freedom to choose subjects of interest. Artificial intelligence-based assessments and special encouragement will be given to exceptionally talented students. Special efforts will be made to address any deficiencies in students. The background of students will be considered, their learning outcomes taken into account, and school-based assessments will be conducted. The new method will provide students with a comprehensive progress report throughout this evaluation process. "Students will have the freedom to choose subjects they are interested in. AI-based assessments and special encouragement will be given to students with exceptional talents," added Rekhawar. The principal of a ZP school in Pune said, "Trainers at the district and taluka levels will train teachers on how to conduct evaluations using the new method. The perspective that evaluation and learning are intertwined will also be explained during the training. Previously, only teachers conducted evaluations. Now, classmates, parents, and then teachers will assess. As a result, comprehensive progress reports will document students' overall performance. This evaluation will be implemented from the new academic year." Redesigning of the report card for school-based assessment to communicate the child's progress by schools to parents, development of IT-based tracking system by all states/UTs for tracking the progress of learners from Stds I to XII and a plan to reduce the burden of exams by examining all policy recommendations in consultation with Boards of Assessments are implementation pointers. Three-phase evaluation Part 1 I General information about students Part 2 I Me and my environment, progress summary, action plan, self-assessment, peer assessment, parental assessment, and teacher assessment Special efforts will be made to address any deficiencies in students. Comprehensive progress reports will be created through this evaluation Part 3 I At the end of the academic year, a comprehensive summary of the students will be considered. A 360-degree evaluation will be conducted, and a comprehensive record will be maintained for 12 years, documenting both physical and intellectual development.
Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Nipun Maharashtra Mission: Lakhs of mothers turn teachers to prepare tiny tots for school
1 2 3 4 5 6 Nashik: In Maharashtra , lakhs of mothers transformed into educators for young children, helping prepare them for their academic journey. More than 11 lakh women with a minimum qualification of Standard X received training to assist children in their neighbourhoods develop essential school-readiness skills. With formal education starting in Standard I from June, many children, particularly in tribal, rural and remote regions, lack fundamental skills in literacy, numeracy and communication. These women received training through the school education department using State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) materials, employing enjoyable learning methods to ease children's transition into schooling. Many women, themselves young mothers, found joy in teaching basic concepts to children this May. "It was like a vacation camp for the children. We made it fun, as most sessions were conducted at home and without any formalities. Most of the children know us because they live nearby and they are friends with our children. It made the entire exercise rewarding," said Aarti Lokhande, a resident of Satana taluka. This initiative stemmed from the March 2022 state govt decision to enhance Foundation Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) for children up to 8 years. The programme, conducted in May during summer holidays, focused on children in Standards I to III. It forms part of the Nipun Maharashtra Mission, implemented with NGO Pratham's support. Sangeeta Bhusare from Trimbakeshwar taluka, Nashik, explained that volunteer mothers formed small groups of five to 10 members. Her daughter currently attends Standard II at a zilla parishad school. "We were given study material and also taught how to make the children understand the concepts. Depending on the locality, each one of us in the group had one to five children to teach. We shared the teaching resources and duties as per our convenience," she said. The sessions, held in participants' homes, concentrated on reading, dictation and basic mathematics. Across Maharashtra, 11.09 lakh mothers participated, with Nashik division recording the highest involvement of 2.05 lakh mothers. SCERT director Rahul Rekhawar said, "Efforts are being made for parental engagement and this is one of the exercises being conducted to ensure their involvement in foundational literacy and numeracy. This will help build children's future." A Foundational Literacy and Numeracy report released in 2024 positioned Maharashtra second among nine large Indian states. State govt conducts yearly assessments of Standard III students to evaluate FLN progress. "My children and those in the neighbourhood would come home every day to learn something. I even had children coming to their grandparents' home for vacation coming over. Children enjoyed singing songs, doing simple mathematics, and reading stories," said Vinita Gavit, a mother from Igatpuri taluka. "Parents' involvement in the studies and building the career of a child is important. While there is awareness in the urban areas, efforts are being made to engage parents in the rural areas for the same. Nipun Maharashtra is one such step, and it is building up. The exercise carried out across the state saw huge involvement of mother,s and this is bound to help improve the children's future," said Sachindra Pratap Singh, the education commissioner. Nashik: In Maharashtra, lakhs of mothers transformed into educators for young children, helping prepare them for their academic journey. More than 11 lakh women with a minimum qualification of Standard X received training to assist children in their neighbourhoods develop essential school-readiness skills. With formal education starting in Standard I from June, many children, particularly in tribal, rural and remote regions, lack fundamental skills in literacy, numeracy and communication. These women received training through the school education department using State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) materials, employing enjoyable learning methods to ease children's transition into schooling. Many women, themselves young mothers, found joy in teaching basic concepts to children this May. "It was like a vacation camp for the children. We made it fun, as most sessions were conducted at home and without any formalities. Most of the children know us because they live nearby and they are friends with our children. It made the entire exercise rewarding," said Aarti Lokhande, a resident of Satana taluka. This initiative stemmed from the March 2022 state govt decision to enhance Foundation Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) for children up to 8 years. The programme, conducted in May during summer holidays, focused on children in Standards I to III. It forms part of the Nipun Maharashtra Mission, implemented with NGO Pratham's support. Sangeeta Bhusare from Trimbakeshwar taluka, Nashik, explained that volunteer mothers formed small groups of five to 10 members. Her daughter currently attends Standard II at a zilla parishad school. "We were given study material and also taught how to make the children understand the concepts. Depending on the locality, each one of us in the group had one to five children to teach. We shared the teaching resources and duties as per our convenience," she said. The sessions, held in participants' homes, concentrated on reading, dictation and basic mathematics. Across Maharashtra, 11.09 lakh mothers participated, with Nashik division recording the highest involvement of 2.05 lakh mothers. SCERT director Rahul Rekhawar said, "Efforts are being made for parental engagement and this is one of the exercises being conducted to ensure their involvement in foundational literacy and numeracy. This will help build children's future." A Foundational Literacy and Numeracy report released in 2024 positioned Maharashtra second among nine large Indian states. State govt conducts yearly assessments of Standard III students to evaluate FLN progress. "My children and those in the neighbourhood would come home every day to learn something. I even had children coming to their grandparents' home for vacation coming over. Children enjoyed singing songs, doing simple mathematics, and reading stories," said Vinita Gavit, a mother from Igatpuri taluka. "Parents' involvement in the studies and building the career of a child is important. While there is awareness in the urban areas, efforts are being made to engage parents in the rural areas for the same. Nipun Maharashtra is one such step, and it is building up. The exercise carried out across the state saw huge involvement of mother,s and this is bound to help improve the children's future," said Sachindra Pratap Singh, the education commissioner.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Lesson on a tapioca tradition gives students a taste of food heritage
In a step towards preserving Kerala's agrarian heritage, the age-old tradition of drying tapioca — locally known as Kappa Vaattu — has been included in the Class 8 Malayalam textbook. This unique cultural practice, once a symbol of food security and community bonding in Kerala's hilly regions, now finds a place in the curriculum to educate students on the State's farming legacy. The textbook features an article titled 'Kappa Vaatinte Katha' (The Story of Drying Tapioca) by writer Muralidharan Thazhakkara, which explores the historical and cultural roots of tapioca farming. 'Fish and tapioca were once the staple diet of hardworking farmers. Tapioca farming, once dominant in Kerala's high ranges, gradually spread to Malabar during the early settlement period,' the article notes. The entire process It vividly describes how, during the December–January season, villagers—young and old — came together to dry tapioca. While women peel the tubers, men slice and lay them out on large rocks or baskets to dry under the sun. The dried tapioca, carefully stored, ensures food security for families through the year. P. Satyaneshan, Chairperson of the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), emphasised the article's inclusion as part of a broader effort to instil farming awareness among students. 'We've included three farming-related topics in the syllabus. Kappa Vaattu isn't just about food—it represents a way of life rooted in resilience and cooperation,' he said. Cultural significance Academic Coordinator of SCERT M.T. Sasi highlighted the cultural significance of the move: 'Kappa Vaattu isn't just a food preservation technique—it's a powerful narrative of agrarian wisdom, social harmony, and sustainable living.' He credited teachers Priya R. and Anoop Lal C.K. for recommending the inclusion. Adding a visual dimension to the lesson, drawing teacher Prasad Kumar K.S. of Palakkad illustrated traditional scenes of tapioca drying for the textbook, bringing the practice to life for young learners. Writer Manoj Mathirappally, in his book 'Idukki – Desham Charithram Samskaram,' notes that tapioca was the lifeline of the early settler farmers in regions like Upputhara near Ayyappankovil in the 1910s. 'Drying tapioca wasn't just a method—it was a culture. For decades, the farmer's diet featured dried tapioca and dried fish, a testament to their enduring spirit,' he writes. By turning this tradition into a classroom lesson, Kerala is not just teaching history — it's reviving a living heritage.
The Hindu
25-05-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
SCERT launches NuMaTS programme
The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) has launched Nurturing Mathematical Talents in Schools (NuMaTS), a programme aimed at identifying and enriching children who are exceptionally talented in mathematics. Dipankar Banerjee, Vice Chancellor, Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) inaugurated the programme. SCERT director Jayaprakash R.K. presided. E. Krishnan, retired professor, University of Kerala, delivered the keynote address.
New Indian Express
24-05-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Govt school students in Punjab to learn Telugu during week-long ‘Bharatiya Bhasha Summer Camp'
CHANDIGARH: In a bid to help students acquire basic conversational skills in an Indian language of their choice, other than mother tongue, the students from classes VI to X in government schools of Punjab will be learning basics Telugu language during a week-long 'Bharatiya Bhasha Summer Camp', as per a direction issued by the Department of School Education and Literacy in Union Ministry of Education. As per the instructions issued by State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) to all the district educational officers, the summer camp will be held in all government schools across the state from May 26 to June 5 in which students from Classes VI to X will participate and Telugu language will be taught. "The main objective is to encourage students to learn one more Indian language of their choice, to promote multilingualism in a joyful and engaging manner, to help students experience the linguistic and cultural unity of Indian languages and to enable students to acquire basic conversational skills in an Indian language of their choice other than mother tongue,'' reads the letter issued on May 23. These Telugu classes will be conducted after the half-holiday on working school days and from 8 am to 11 am during the summer vacation from May 26 to June 5. The schools have been allowed have multiple batches depending on number of students who are interested and the availability of teachers. While schools which have less than 75 students can hold this camp as a single group and others can form three groups with up to 100 students in total. The basics will include greeting, expressions, alphabets, numbers, songs and conversations, names of local heroes, freedom fighters, armed forces, fruits, cuisines, vegetables and cultural appreciation in Telugu.
