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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Holistic Progress Card system to be implemented for class 1in Maharashtra
Mumbai: As a step toward implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the state government announced the implementation of a Holistic Progress Card (HPC) system for all state board schools and a revised curriculum for class 1 starting this academic year. The decision is a part of the state government's phased plan to transition the school education system in line with the NEP by 2028–29. Holistic Progress Card system to be implemented for class 1in Maharashtra The HPC is designed to assess students more comprehensively, capturing their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development, instead of focusing solely on their academic performance. The system is to be implemented alongside the new state curriculum aligned with the NEP's 5+3+3+4 structure. This structure divides schooling into four stages: Foundational (five years), Preparatory (three years), Middle (three years), and Secondary (four years). The new approach aligns with the global goals for education and ensures greater equity, quality, and inclusivity. As per the resolution issued by the state government on Monday, the Class 1 batch of academic year 2025-26 will be the first to be assessed using the HPC. The curriculum, developed by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), is based on the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) framework. The new curriculum reduces the content load and focuses more on experiential learning, encouraging logical thinking, and integrating foundational literacy and numeracy. The textbooks for the curriculum are set to be adapted from the material provided by the NCERT, with Maharashtra-specific changes made by Balbharati, the state textbook bureau. 'This initiative is not just about changing what children learn, but how they learn and how we assess that learning,' said an official from the School Education and Sports Department. 'The Holistic Progress Card represents a shift toward student-centric, skill-oriented education.' Orientation and training sessions for teachers on the new assessment methods will begin later this year to ensure smooth implementation. The HPC will replace traditional report cards and become a key tool in monitoring students' overall growth.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
UP Board exams to feature competency-based, creative questions
Major changes are coming to the UP Board's High School and Intermediate exam pattern, with question papers set to include more evaluative and creative components aimed at assessing student competencies. Discussions underway on the concluding day of the five-day workshop (HT Photo) As part of this shift, the UP Board will train all school teachers in designing question papers that move beyond rote learning, focusing instead on critical thinking, creativity, and holistic development. The changes were discussed and outlined during a five-day workshop jointly organised by the Uttar Pradesh Board and NCERT at the Govind Ballabh Pant Social Science Institute in Jhunsi, which concluded on Friday. The workshop focused on a standardised question paper template and the Holistic Progress Card (HPC), aligning with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the national 'Equivalence of Boards' initiative. To support this transition, the UP Board plans to provide comprehensive training to all school teachers in designing balanced and competency-driven question papers, in addition to relying on board-appointed experts. Although teachers currently design internal exam papers, many lack formal training in this area. The new initiative aims to make student assessments—both internal and board-level—more effective and aligned with national educational goals. During the workshop's closing session, participants developed blueprint formats and model question papers, focusing on the HPC and the new Question Paper Template (QPT). Professor Indrani Bhaduri, CEO of PARAKH (Performance, Assessment, Review and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development), explained that the HPC has been developed to facilitate a 360-degree assessment of each student. This includes teacher assessments, student self-assessments, and peer evaluations. She emphasised the need for standardised question papers, noting that India has 66 different education boards, and harmonising assessment criteria is essential for equity and quality. UP Board secretary Bhagwati Singh highlighted that the HPC aims to evaluate students holistically—encompassing academic performance, co-curricular activities, and attributes of responsible citizenship. He added that these reforms are aligned with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and will help create parity across various school boards in India. Skand Shukla, the nodal officer for HPC, stated that the workshop saw participation from expert teachers of UP Board schools and subject specialists from SCERT institutions such as ELTI, State Institute of Science, State Institute of Education, and State Institute of Hindi, as well as resource persons from NCERT-PARAKH. 'The goal is to design question papers that better tap into students' cognitive and creative abilities,' said Shukla. 'Since internal assessments prepare students for Board exams, large-scale training programmes will be launched to equip teachers with the skills needed to develop effective and balanced question papers.' He added that this was the first of several planned workshops. With nearly 29,000 secondary schools in Uttar Pradesh, a robust team of trained educators will be crucial for the successful rollout of the HPC. Both board and internal examinations will need to align with these new assessment formats.
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
‘NEP draft for Class 3-5 will be ready by mid-July for public feedback'
Nagpur: The draft curriculum for Class 3-5 under the National Education Policy (NEP) will be ready for public feedback by mid-July, said Shripad Dhekane, member of the steering committee for school education, who was speaking at the Teachers' Conclave on NEP Implementation on Friday in Nagpur. Dhekane said the curriculum comprises nearly 75,000 documents and will be open for public review from July 15. "The previous draft for Class 1 had received over a lakh responses and I am sure the public would again provide extensive feedback," Dhekane said. Dhekane emphasized the importance of community participation in shaping the future of school education. He highlighted that the NEP 2020 marks a significant transformation, shifting from a 'mechanical system to a holistic approach' that covers foundational to higher education. Dhekane said educators and stakeholders must study the new curriculum carefully and share their insights to ensure the policy's effective implementation. He explained that the NEP's new structure — 5+3+3+4 — integrates preschool into formal education and focuses on physical, mental, and emotional development in the foundational years. "There is a need for experiential and life-oriented learning, drawing from local knowledge and traditions. Education should be rooted in real life and the local environment," he said, citing examples of integrating local economic practices and indigenous measurement systems into classroom learning. Dhekane also spoke about the introduction of the Holistic Progress Card, which will assess not just academic performance but also the overall development of students, with input from teachers, peers, and community members. Dhekane called for a shift in mindset, urging teachers to move beyond routine concerns and embrace innovative ideas that prepare students for global opportunities. Highlighting the central role of teachers in the Indian education system, Dhekane said, "No matter how digital and high-tech our education becomes, the teacher will always be at the core." He concluded by appealing to the audience to engage deeply with the policy, offer meaningful suggestions, and help shape a generation of responsible, informed citizens. The conclave was attended by education leaders, university professors, and policymakers, including dignitaries from across Maharashtra.
