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Time of India
15 hours ago
- Science
- Time of India
Half-yearly exams of govt schools to be held in Sept
Patna: The half-yearly assessment of students from classes I to VIII in all govt schools in the state will be conducted in Sept. This was announced on Monday by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT). Oral examinations will be held for students of classes I and II. The schedule for written examinations for other classes has been announced. The exam of environmental studies/social science for classes III-VIII would be held on Sept 10 in the first shift (10.00am to 12.00 noon), followed by science for classes VI-VIII in the second shift (1.00pm to 3.00pm). On Sept 11, exams of Hindi (second language for non-Hindi speakers) for classes III-VIII will be held in the first shift and for mathematics for classes III-VIII in the second shift. On Sept 12, exams will be organised for Hindi/Bangla for classes III-VIII in the morning shift, while for Sanskrit (classes VI-VIII) it is scheduled in the afternoon. The assessments will conclude on Sept 15, with classes I-II having Hindi/Urdu/Bangla in the first shift and mathematics in the second shift. The SCERT will be responsible for preparing and providing the question paper-cum-answer booklets for their assessments by Sept 3. Video recording at every stage—from distribution and collection of the printed examination materials—has been made mandatory.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Kerala mulling credits, semester system for higher secondary classes
Introduction of credits and a semester system for higher secondary classes is one of the proposals being mulled as the State enters the last phase of its comprehensive curriculum revision for school education. A conclave held in the State capital on Friday to hold discussions with stakeholders and garner public opinion on the higher secondary curriculum revision that is set to begin soon underlined the need to consider the recent changes in the higher education sector, particularly the implementation of the four-year undergraduate programme (FYUGP) in the State, when deciding on the direction of the higher secondary curriculum reforms. Even though the credit system has not been fully realised nationally, the State is pondering if students can earn credits not only through project and assignments but also National Cadet Corps and National Service Scheme activities. Language subjects optional Reducing the academic burden on students is also under consideration. Making language subjects optional is one way being explored. Higher secondary students can study Indian or foreign languages online and earn credits. This will also allow students to focus more on core subjects. For instance, Humanities students currently unable to pursue Economics and Mathematics together can do so if they choose to study one language through SCOLE-Kerala. Decisions though will have to be taken on aspects such as the number of credits that students can earn and if schools have the wherewithal to implement such proposals – such as faculty and infrastructure. National, State levels Presenting the concept note for the higher secondary curriculum revision, State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) director Jayaprakash R.K. pointed out that curriculum revision at the national level was guided by the National Education Policy under which the National Credit Framework provided for 1,200 hours of learning and 160 credits for classes XI and XII. The FYUGP provided more choice to students in pursuing courses and gave importance to skill education. 'When thinking about higher secondary curriculum reforms, the transformations in higher education in the State have to be taken into account.' 21st century skills He also pointed out that importance of skill courses and competency development. The reforms also raised the question of how the 21st century skills could be passed on to students in the classroom, especially at a time when technology was making huge leaps and artificial intelligence had found its way into classrooms, he said. Dr. Jayaprakash explained the schedule for the revision process. Public discussions would be held at the district-levels from August 1 to 15. Workshops on conceptualising ideas, textbook writing, and editing will follow. Expert committee meetings will be held in December. Scrutiny and curriculum subcommittee meetings will follow. The curriculum steering committee will meet in February and the textbooks will be ready for printing by March 10. Minister for Finance K.N. Balagopal who inaugurated the conclave said the achievements in the public education sector could be carried forward only through constant improvements. Minister for General Education V. Sivankutty presided.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Conference to kick off higher secondary curriculum revision
The General Education department will organise a conference here on Friday to garner public opinion and hold discussions with stakeholders on the higher secondary curriculum revision that is being launched in the State. Following curriculum revision implemented for Classes I to X, students up to high school have received new textbooks in a phased manner. Now, the stage is set for revision of higher secondary textbooks published by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT). Ahead of it, a discussion with stakeholders, including students and representatives of their organisations, teachers' organisations, academics, other experts, education officers, and members of the public, will be held at Tagore Theatre here. Minister for Finance K.N. Balagopal will perform the State-level inauguration of the public discussions at 10 a.m. Minister for General Education V. Sivankutty will preside. Kerala State Planning Board vice-chairperson V.K. Ramachandran will deliver the keynote address and release a few publications of the SCERT. Higher Secondary Principal Secretary Sharmila Mary Joseph will be the chief guest. Rationale for revision Following the inaugural, SCERT Director Jayaprakash R.K. will present the concept note for the curriculum revision. It will delve into the rationale for the revision; its context, particularly at the national level; and the changes in the State's higher education sector which the higher secondary classes are a stepping stone for. At present, both the SCERT and the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) textbooks are in use in the higher secondary classes. These comprise 44 NCERT titles that were prepared as per the National Curriculum Framework, 2005, and include those for subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, History, Political Science, Geography, Economics, and Sociology. These will continue to be used till a revision by the NCERT is effected. Revision of 80 titles published by the SCERT will be done. These include textbooks mostly for languages such as English, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Urdu, and Arabic; subjects such as Journalism, Gandhian Studies, Anthropology, Philosophy, Home Science, Music; foreign languages such as German, French, and Syriac; and those for Computer Science and Computer Applications.
The Hindu
20-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
NEP push in Delhi puts focus on Indian knowledge systems in teacher training
The Bharatiya Janata Party government in Delhi has pushed for the implementation of the National Education Policy 2020, which emphasises the study of Indian knowledge systems (IKS) in schools. This has led to the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Delhi, to become 'more focused' on training its students on integrating IKS into their lesson plans, said Professor Abha Sharma, Principal, SCERT's Division. 'We had been trying to integrate it [IKS training in the two-year programme] for the past couple of years. But it became possible only after a push by the new government in Delhi to implement the NEP,' Prof. Sharma told The Hindu. She added that the training is aimed at teaching 'things that are not necessarily taught in books, in an attempt to create global teachers with 21st-century skills'. As an example, she cites a popular claim in India, 'We have always been taught that the Wright brothers flew the first aircraft. But the first aircraft was actually flown in India by Bapuji Talpade in Mumbai in 1895, eight years before the Wright brothers.' 'Chemicals in Mahabharata' As part of the IKS training, the students are also being taught about how Sushruta performed an eye surgery as far back as the 6th century and how certain chemicals are mention in the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. The budding teachers are expected to use their training while teaching their respective subjects at schools to help 'students learn more about India's culture'. Prof. Sharma said that they began placing a greater emphasis on IKS training for the 2023-2025 batch, which graduated recently. 'We will now do it more comprehensively for the newer batches. The students will be trained on how to make their pedagogy plans using the pancha kosha philosophy,' she added. The concept of 'pancha kosha (five layers)' of consciousness has its origins in the Upanishads. The NEP, which aims to integrate IKS in all levels of education, states, 'The rich heritage of ancient and eternal Indian knowledge and thought has been a guiding light for this policy. The pursuit of knowledge (jnan), wisdom (pragya), and truth (satya) was always considered in Indian thought and philosophy as the highest human goal.' 'Will use it in school' Koushiki Chatterjee, who specialises in chemistry and was part of the batch that just passed out said, 'In the Mahabharata, Arjuna used certain chemicals as make-up to disguise himself as a woman. While teaching chemistry during an internship, I mentioned it to my students.' Deepali, a second-year student who will be teaching at a school in August as part of her internship, said, 'While teaching chemistry, I can teach students about the states of matter, and how ice melts, while touching upon the concept of annamaya kosha (the outer physical layer of the body, which is one of pancha koshas).' 'Pranamaya kosha (energy layer) comes into play when I am teaching students about how liquid changes to gas, as there is a transfer of energy,' she added. Similarly, Ms. Deepali said she will employ the concept of anandamaya kosha (the spiritual level) when asking students 'to reflect on where they see chemistry in their daily lives'.
Time of India
20-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
NEEEV scheme: Orientation kicks off for Delhi schools to implement entrepreneurship education across classes VII-XII
NEW DELHI: A new chapter in education is unfolding in Delhi govt schools as students from classes VII to XII prepare to learn the fundamentals of entrepreneurship—not as an optional activity, but as a part of their regular curriculum. This initiative is part of the newly launched NEEEV (New Era of Entrepreneurial Ecosystem & Vision) scheme, introduced this year. To get things rolling, all heads of schools across Delhi will participate in an orientation session this week. This training will equip them to effectively implement NEEEV in classrooms and help students combat the potential problems they may face. Aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, NEEEV aims to prepare students for real-world challenges by equipping them with the mindset and tools needed to innovate, ideate, and build sustainable ventures. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi Under this scheme, students will be gradually introduced to various facets of entrepreneurship, including startup ecosystems, ideation, prototyping, funding strategies, and the fundamentals of launching and managing a business. Weekly sessions will be conducted by school faculty members appointed by the principal, ensuring consistent and hands-on learning throughout the academic year. All school principals and heads across Delhi are required to attend a mandatory orientation programme until July 24, organised by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT). Each school will also appoint a NEEEV School Program Coordinator responsible for monitoring implementation through a soon-to-be-launched online portal. In addition, schools must establish a School Innovation Council (SIC)—chaired by the principal—to oversee entrepreneurship activities and evaluate student projects. To enrich student engagement, the Delhi govt is introducing two flagship components under NEEEV: NEEEV Dialogue, a biannual speaker series that brings together entrepreneurs, university incubators, and industry experts to inspire and mentor students; and Startup Stormers, a competitive platform for students from Class IX onwards, where selected teams with innovative ideas may receive financial support to transform their prototypes into viable startups. In 2019–20, the Aam Aadmi Party govt introduced the entrepreneurship curriculum to cultivate entrepreneurial thinking among students. A key feature of this programme was Business Blasters, a practical initiative that offered seed funding to students, enabling them to turn their ideas into real-world business ventures.
