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Time of India
5 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Karnataka teachers criticise lesson-based assessment system, say promotes rote learning
Bengaluru: The school education department's lesson-based assessment kicked off in govt schools. However, teachers are not amused. Teachers across schools have called the system stifling, promoting rote learning and introducing excessive administrative work. As per the new system called lesson-based assessment (LBA), teachers are to conduct tests after every chapter. The tests will be out of 25 marks. After every test, the marks should be entered in the student achievement tracking system (SATS), and grades will be generated. This is applicable for classes 4-10 in Kannada medium and classes 1-10 in English medium classes. "This is a huge administrative task. For example, in social studies, there are around 30-40 chapters. Imagine the number of entries that need to be made by a teacher for a class of 30 students," said a teacher. Teachers also feel the system is stifling. "This is a rat race for teachers. They are just forced to teach one chapter after another, with no breathing space. The system is so rigid that you have to complete a fixed number of chapters within a given time in the same order given by the department. Where is the time and scope to step back and analyse results, create differentiation in classrooms to teach at the right level for different groups, bring engaging learning materials, leverage peer learning?" said another teacher from East Bengaluru. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Seniors Are Ditching Finger Pricks with This Breakthrough Monitor Thelifeh Undo You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru Educationists also point out that it is just promoting rote learning. "All that the department is now expecting from children is to learn the answers and score in the exams. There is no space for creative or critical thinking," said an educationist. "Repetitive, uniform tests result in assessment fatigue among students and teachers. The department should provide flexible guidelines, frameworks, and exemplar tools, not rigid prescriptions and formats. Teachers will be lost in marking scripts, making these entries as data entry operators. Teachers are not robots. They need time for lesson planning, process-oriented learning, engage in professional discussions and reflective practices," said a teacher trainer. "We have requested the department to reduce the number of questions for the assessments in the lower classes. The department has agreed and we hope to have an official order on this soon," said Chandrashekhar Nuggali, president, Karnataka State Primary School Teachers' Association. The department of school education and literacy said while the SATS website has been seeing some upgradation, the process of entering marks will be made smoother soon. "We have already provided them with a question bank with the questions for LBA. Further, with the Khan Academy's app, teachers will be able to use artificial intelligence to generate question papers. It will be easier for the teachers," said Rashmi Mahesh, principal secretary.
The Star
04-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Trading ideas: Econpile, LBA, Kelington, Time dotCom, Wang-Zheng, Perdana Petroleum
KUALA LUMPUR: Stocks to watch today include Econpile Holdings Bhd , LB Aluminium Bhd (LBA), Kelington Group Bhd , TIME Dotcom Bhd , Wang-Zheng Bhd , and Perdana Petroleum Bhd following recent corporate announcements. Econpile, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Econpile (M) Sdn Bhd, has bagged two separate contracts from LFE Engineering Sdn Bhd and LFE Innovative Sdn Bhd for a combined sum of RM57.95mil. LBA is acquiring a parcel of leasehold industrial land in Banting, Selangor from Lucksoon Coatings Sdn Bhd for RM22mil. Kelington has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with PETRONAS CCS Solutions Sdn Bhd to explore carbon capture technologies. Time Dotcom has appointed Loh Jenkim, 53, as group chief executive officer effective Sept 23, 2025, succeeding Afzal Abdul Rahim. Afzal, 47, will be redesignated to executive vice chairman from group CEO, effective Sept 23. Wang-Zheng estimates a provisional loss of approximately RM20mil from the fire that had broken out at the factory and warehouse of its wholly-owned subsidiary, Carefeel Cotton Industries (M) Sdn Bhd. Perdana Petroleum's wholly-owned subsidiary Perdana Nautika Sdn Bhd has secured a charter contract from PTTEP Sabah Oil Ltd for an anchor handling tug and supply (AHTS) vessel.
The Hindu
26-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Willing to discuss ongoing issues with Bangladesh: MEA
India is willing to discuss all issues with Bangladesh in a 'conducive' environment, said Randhir Jaiswal, official spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, emphasising that established modalities exist between Dhaka and New Delhi that can deal with a full spectrum of bilateral relations. The remarks came as former diplomats and experts are set to address the Standing Committee on External Affairs to discuss the 'Future of the India-Bangladesh Relationship'. Sources told The Hindu that the experts are former National Security Advisor Shiv Shankar Menon, Lieutenant-General Ata Hasnain (retd), former High Commissioner to Bangladesh Riva Ganguly Das, and Jawaharlal Nehru University professor Amitabh Mattoo. 'We are prepared to engage with Bangladesh on all matters in an environment that is conducive for mutually beneficial dialogue,' Mr. Jaiswal said on Friday, responding to a question on the renewal of the Ganga Water Sharing Treaty of 1996. Responding to another question about Bangladesh joining trilateral consultations with Pakistan and China on June 19, Mr. Jaiswal said that India maintains a 'constant watch on the developments in our neighbourhood that have a bearing on our interest and our security. Our relations with individual countries, while they stand on their own footing, take into account the evolving context as well'. Mr. Jaiswal's remarks came a day before the parliamentary panel holds a special discussion on Bangladesh with the four experts. According to preliminary preparation documents, the experts are expected to address questions about the political situation under the interim government led by Mohammed Yunus, the rise of religious fundamentalism, security threats to India from the turmoil in Bangladesh, and concerns over Bangladesh and China's 'strategic alignment' since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina in August 2024. Amongst prescriptions, the experts will also advise the committee on India's public perception in Bangladesh, particularly the sentiment that New Delhi is identified with the fallen government of Ms. Hasina and not with the 'people of Bangladesh' . Mr. Menon was the NSA when India and Bangladesh conducted negotiations on the Land Boundary Agreement (LBA) that was sealed in 2015 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ms. Hasina. The panel is likely to advise the lawmakers on the need to coordinate with the U.S., EU and the U.K. on the requirement for having a credible election in Bangladesh and convince them about India's 'strategic imperative' to ensure safety of the northeast in the face of unstable Bangladesh.
Daily Mirror
20-06-2025
- Daily Mirror
UK airport's baffling passport warning after huge £100m extension update
One of the UK's busiest airports has resorted to issuing a seemingly bizarre warning after unveiling its new e-gates, as the hub continues with its major £100m regeneration scheme A long-awaited revamp to a tiny UK airport has resulted in a rather strange passport warning being issued to Brits. Earlier this month, Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) revealed it had completed the first phase of its ambitious terminal expansion project, which is slated to cost a whopping £100 million. The upgrade boasts a host of new facilities including additional seating, two new lounges, an improved baggage reclaim area, and an upgraded passport control area. The new terminal, which all arriving and departing passengers will go through, has 83 per cent more seating, a range of food and drink offerings including a Burger King and a new bar, as well as a brand new Six Eight One Premium Lounge. LBA chief executive officer Vincent Hodder said it was the 'first major improvement to our terminal since its opening in 1968 and is long overdue'. Details of the refurbishment were first announced back in 2018 as part of bold plans to create a new terminal at the south end of the runway. However, the original blueprints were axed several years later due to 'excessive delays'. Buildings for the new extension then started in 2023. Part of the upgrade also includes new e-gates - which have appeared to have sparked confusion online. In a recent TikTok video, LBA showed off the machines, which require passengers to scan their boarding pass before being allowed through automatic gates, stating: "Do you hear that? You don't need your passport. You don't need your passport. You don't need your passport." LBA captioned the post: "You only need your boarding card (paper or digital) to go through our e-gates, NOT your passport!" However, some viewers misconstrued the post into thinking they no longer need to bring their passports along to the airport at all. "How would one get back [to the UK] if one never took a passport?" one person commented. Another wrote: "Oh this ain't going to go down well when people start turning up without passports," while a third pointed out: "Bold move from the graphic design team." Others criticised the airport for relying on the 'common sense' of the public to understand the post properly. The airport clarified in the comments section, that travellers 'obviously' do need a passport to leave the country, and that the post was explicitly referencing the e-gates. In a separate video, the hub joked about the confusion with a video captioned: "Can't believe we've got to say this but please don't try [and] travel without your passport..." Speaking to the Mirror about the humorous TikTok videos, a spokesperson for LBA said: "It's often best to take a light-hearted approach with some of the more routine airport processes that help us ensure customers are prepped and ready to travel in the best possible way. We've recently shared some light-hearted content to help customers use our newly installed security e-gates as well as responding to customers wanting to smoke after security. "For most, travelling through an airport is a fun time. We want to ensure customers have the necessary information to help make their journey run as smoothly as possible."
Scottish Sun
17-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
New UK airport terminal opens today after £100million expansion – with faster security and more restaurants
Plus, one of Europe's busiest airports is getting a new £3.6bn terminal next year offering a 'glimpse into future of travel' TAKE OFF New UK airport terminal opens today after £100million expansion – with faster security and more restaurants LEEDS Bradford Airport (LBA) has announced the opening of its new terminal today. The first phase of the airport's £100million expansion has been finished which means all passengers arriving and departing from the airport will experience the upgraded facilities. Advertisement 3 Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has announced the opening of its new terminal today Credit: hatchagency 3 This is the first phase of the airport's £100million expansion project Credit: hatchagency These included a more modern arrivals process which includes a new baggage reclaim area and an upgraded passport control facility with new technologies. The airport also claims there is 83 per cent more seating and a wider offering of food and drink venues. Passengers can also now use two premium lounges, including a new Six Eight One Premium Lounge. The airport also shared that the second phase of the project at the airport has now begun, with a focus on refurbishing the existing terminal. Advertisement However, passengers should expect to see some changes at the airport in the coming months at the airport, especially with those departing from the airport. When travellers arrive, they will notice some of the work including a relocated meet and greet parking area and changes to the bus pick-up and drop-off zones. Back in March the airport released graphics of what parts of the new terminal look like, including sleek and stylish dining areas. Once the project is fully complete in 2026, there will be 39 per cent more floorspace, 76 per cent more retail space, 83 per cent more seating, 77 per cent increase in luggage reclaim belt capacity and 50 per cent more security lanes. Advertisement Vincent Hodder, CEO, Leeds Bradford Airport commented: "We are delighted to see our new terminal extension open and operational today. "It has been an incredible journey to get here, and we know our customers are going to get a completely new experience from LBA from today. The new £7billion mega terminal opening at Changi Airport "[T]he opening of this building is a huge achievement for all involved." John Cunliffe, commercial director of Leeds Bradford Airport commented: "Today is a huge milestone for Leeds Bradford Airport. Advertisement "Our new terminal is officially open and ready to welcome passengers, offering improve facilities and enabling us to deliver an enhanced experience for passengers in the region. "As we transition into Phase 2 of the project, the changes will impact the usual passenger flows, and we'd like to thank passengers in advance for their understanding." Another major UK airport's plans for millions more passengers ahead of £1.1bn expansion – with new flights to Europe this year. Plus, one of Europe's busiest airports is getting a new £3.6bn terminal next year offering a 'glimpse into future of travel'. Advertisement
