New Delhi, Aug 27: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is considering a major revision to the evaluation process for Class 12 board examinations. The proposed system aims to integrate marks from Classes 9, 10, and 11 into the final Class 12 results, offering a more comprehensive view of students' academic progress over time.
Marks Integration Breakdown:
Class 9: 15% of total marks
Class 10: 20% of total marks
Class 11: 25% of total marks
Class 12: 40% of total marks
This approach is designed to provide a holistic assessment of students, reflecting their performance throughout their secondary education rather than focusing solely on their final year.
Two Categories of Examinations: The proposal introduces two types of assessments:
Formative Assessments: Includes projects, group discussions, and teacher evaluations.
Summative Assessments: Conducted at the end of the academic year, similar to the current final exams.
Detailed Mark Distribution by Class:
Class 9: Formative (70%) + Summative (30%)
Class 10: Formative (50%) + Summative (50%)
Class 11: Formative (40%) + Summative (60%)
Class 12: Formative (30%) + Summative (70%)
The proposed changes emphasize continuous evaluation and aim to reduce student stress by spreading the weight of assessments across multiple years. If adopted, these reforms could significantly transform the secondary education landscape in India.
