Page 1 EXAMINATION REFORMS AND CONTINUOUS AND COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION

2 External Examinations ‘ are largely inappropriate for the knowledge society of the 21st century and its need for innovative problem solvers‘ Evaluation of Scholastic learning only on marks. Evaluation of Scholastic learning only on marks. Ability of child not evaluated. Ability of child not evaluated. Limited Techniques of Evaluation do not identify learner’s level of attainment. Limited Techniques of Evaluation do not identify learner’s level of attainment. Resulting in Pass/Fail. Resulting in Pass/Fail. Causing frustration and humiliation. Causing frustration and humiliation.

3 HOLISTIC COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL BASED ASSESSMENT HOLISTIC COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL BASED ASSESSMENT SCIENCE LIFE SKILLS ENGLISH ENGLISH MATHS SOCIAL SCIENCE SUPW MUSIC COMPUTERS ART DANCE SPORTS SCHOOL VALUES & ATTITUDES LANGUAGES

4 LATERAL THINKING LIFE SKILLS THINKING SKILLS AEROPLANESAEROPLANES LIVING THINGS BUILDINGS CARS TREES BIRDS

5 Continuous and Comprehensive evaluation refers to a system of school based assessment that covers all aspects of student’s development. It emphasizes two fold objectives. 1.Continuity in evaluation and assessment of broad based learning. 2. Behavioural out come.

Page 6 FEATURES OF CCE Continuous Continual—from the beginning and during the instructional process Continual—from the beginning and during the instructional process Periodicity—frequency /termPeriodicity—frequency /term

7 Comprehensive It means that the scheme attempts to cover both the scholastic & the co scholastic aspects of students growth Since abilities, aptitudes & attitudes manifest themselves in forms other than the written word, the term refers to application of variety of tools & techniques It includes 1. Scholastic - Subject specific areas. 2. Co-Scholastic - Life skills, attitudes & values and other co curricular activities 3. Includes a variety of tools and techniques for assessment of the learners.

# Scholastic Academic Work experience Physical and Health Education Art Education Co Scholastic Life Skills Attitudes and Values Outdoor Activities

9 Assessment which is carried throughout the year by the teacher formally and informally in a non threatening and supportive environmentAssessment which is carried throughout the year by the teacher formally and informally in a non threatening and supportive environment It is diagnostic and remedialIt is diagnostic and remedial Scholastic Evaluation Scholastic Evaluation Formative Assessment : End of term or end of the year exams End of term or end of the year exams Feedback on learning (assessment of learning) to teacher and parents Feedback on learning (assessment of learning) to teacher and parents Summative Assessment:

10 FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT (FA) Will comprise of : Class work/Homework Oral questions/Quizzes Projects Assignments/Tests Open book Examinations Field trips/surveys Seminars/Symposiums

11 SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT(SA) Will be Term End Examination: Curriculum and syllabus as circulated by the board Question papers to be prepared by schools as per the CBSE format and have to be only from the Question Bank to be sent by CBSE. Exam to be conducted by schools Evaluation of Answer scripts will be done within the school.

Page 12 Academic year will have terms -Academic year will have terms - TERM : TERM : April to September TERM: TERM: October to March October to March

13 GRADING SYSTEM for SCHOLASTIC -A MARKS GRADE GRADE POINT 91—100 A —100 A —90 A2 9 81—90 A2 9 71—80 B1 8 71—80 B1 8 61—70 B2 7 61—70 B2 7 51—60 C1 6 51—60 C1 6 41—50 C2 5 41—50 C2 5 33—40 D 4 33—40 D 4 21—32 E —32 E & below E & below E2 ----

14 GRADING SYSTEM  Minimize misclassification of students on the basis of marks.  Eliminate unhealthy cut throat competition among high achievers.  Reduce societal pressure and provide the learner with more flexibility.  Lead to a better learning environment. ADVANTAGES

Page 15 GRADES-Work Experience Art Education,Physical Education Life skills GRADE A+ A+ A B+ B+ B C *Indicators are given in the Teachers’ Manual on CCE

16 GRADES Attitudes & Values Participation & Achievement Health & Physical Education GRADE A+ A GRADE A+ A B *Indicators are given in the Teachers’ Manual on CCE

17 GRADING SCALE FOR SCHOOL ASSESSMENT Assessment areas: Part 1 A : Scholastic 9 Part 1 B : Scholastic5 Part 2 : Co-Scholastic Part 2 A : Life Skills5 Part 2 B : Attitudes & Values3 Part 3 : Co-Scholastic Part 3 A: Co-curricular Activities3 Part 3 B :Health & Physical Education3 GRADING POINT

18 CONTINUATION OF STD IX IN STD X Certificate of Continuous and Comprehensive evaluation to be issued on pre-printed Board stationery.Certificate of Continuous and Comprehensive evaluation to be issued on pre-printed Board stationery. Once completed for both years (IX & X) to be sent to the Regional office for signature of Board official.Once completed for both years (IX & X) to be sent to the Regional office for signature of Board official.

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20 Assessment - Design April – July July- Sept Sept Oct – Dec Dec- Mar Mar FA1FA2SA1FA3FA4SA2 10%10%20%10%10%40%

21 SCHOLASTIC - A SUBJECTSSKILLS SUMMATIVE Hindi English Social Science Science Mathematics Add. Subject  Analysis  Problem Solving  Use of I.T.  Correlation to real life  Comprehension  Expression  Creativity  Data Handling  Oral  Listening, Writing Questions Examination Short Answer Very Short Answer Essay MCQ Data Interpretation Observation Conversation Project Essay Elocution Question Test FORMATIVE TOOLS & TECHNIQUES ADDITIONAL SUBJECTS Information Tech. Home Science Painting Music Others

22 SingleDouble Key/Check List Type of Questions for Formative & Summative assessment Matching TypeMultiple Choice Type Alternative Response Type True/FalseYes/ No Right/WrongQuestion Form Incomplete Statement Fill in the blank Matrix Type of Questions for Formative & Summative assessment

23 PART 2 – CO-SCHOLASTIC AREAS 2A-LIFE SKILLS THINKING SOCIAL EMOTIONAL

24 SOCIAL Student demonstrates the ability to: Identify, verbalize and respond effectively to other’s emotions in an empathetic manner. Get along well with others. Take criticism positively. Listen actively. Communicate using appropriate words, intonation and body language. Most indicators in a skill A+ Many indicators in a skillA Some indicators in a skillB+ Few indicators in a skill B Very few indicators in a skill C INDICATORS :

25 SOCIAL SKILLS – A CHECKLIST Does he/she show patience during a group task for slow learners to complete their task? Does he/she try to help a classmate who is feeling low or who's unable to cope up the given work? Does he/she appreciate the ideas and qualities of others? Does he/she feel comfortable sharing his ideas with others? Does the child always like to be appreciated? Does he/she come and ask how to correct the mistakes the teacher pointed out in his work? Does the student maintain a comfortable level of eye contact? Does the student interrupt to tell his own stories/give his opinion/offers unasked advice? Does he/she try to break rules setup for the task by using rude language? Does he/she try to exhibit negative behavior and upset others?

26 EMOTIONAL Student demonstrates the ability to: Identify own strength and weakness. Be comfortable with self and overcome weakness for positive self – concept. Identify causes and effects of stress on oneself. Develop and use multi-faceted strategies to deal with stress. Express and respond to emotions with an awareness of the consequences. Most indicators in a skill A+ Many indicators in a skillA Some indicators in a skillB+ Few indicators in a skill B Very few indicators in a skill C INDICATORS :

27 Towards Teachers Towards school mates Towards School Programmes Towards Environment Value Systems PART 2B : ATTITUDES AND VALUES

Page 28 INDICATORS : Shows respect and courtesy at all times Shows respect and courtesy at all times Demonstrates attitudes that are positive and conducive to learning Demonstrates attitudes that are positive and conducive to learning Takes criticism in the right spirit Takes criticism in the right spirit Respects and follows class, teacher Respects and follows class, teacher and school rules and school rules TOWARDS TEACHERS Most indicators in a skill A+ Many indicators in a skill A Some indicators in a skill B

29 Shares a healthy rapport with peers Shares a healthy rapport with peers Is able to interact and communicate effectively Is able to interact and communicate effectively Receptive to ideas and opinions of others in a group Receptive to ideas and opinions of others in a group Sensitive to differences among peers in – ability, religious beliefs, gender, culture etc. Sensitive to differences among peers in – ability, religious beliefs, gender, culture etc. Is kind and helpful Is kind and helpful Able to inspire members of the class or peer group Able to inspire members of the class or peer group TOWARDS SCHOOL MATES Most indicators in a skill A+ Many indicators in a skill A Some indicators in a skill B INDICATORS :

30 Is punctual and regular in Is punctual and regular in attending school attending school Participates and volunteers Participates and volunteers often for school programmes often for school programmes Delivers a job assigned effectively and responsibly Delivers a job assigned effectively and responsibly Displays a healthy school spirit Displays a healthy school spirit Displays leadership skills Displays leadership skills Inspires others to participate in Inspires others to participate in school programmes school programmes TOWARDS SCHOOL PROGRAMMES Most indicators in a skill A+ Many indicators in a skill A Some indicators in a skill B INDICATORS :

31 Respects school property Respects school property Is environmentally sensitive Is environmentally sensitive Participates in activities relating to care for the environment Participates in activities relating to care for the environment Takes the initiative and plans activities directed towards the betterment of the environment Takes the initiative and plans activities directed towards the betterment of the environment TOWARDS ENVIRONMENT Most indicators in a skill A+ Many indicators in a skill A Some indicators in a skill B INDICATORS :

32 PART-3 CO-SCHOLASTIC AREAS PARTICIPATION ACHIEVEMENT Literary and Creative skills Scientific skills Clubs (Eco, Health and Wellness and others) PART 3– CO-SCHOLASTIC AREAS Aesthetic Skills and Performing Arts

33 Part-3 Group B Health and Physical Education NCC/NSS/Scouting and Guiding Swimming Gymnastics Yoga First aid Gardening

34 WHAT IS A DESCRIPTIVE INDICATOR? It is a concise remark given by the teacher on traits of the student listed in Scholastic B and Co Scholastic Areas

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