Consequent
upon the decision taken by the Governing Body of the Board, the dual scheme of examination
for Class X known hitherto as Scheme-I and Scheme-II shall stand discontinued
for the students appearing in Class-X from the Academic Year 2017-18 and onwards.
The examination from Academic Year 2017-18 and onwards would be conducted as per
the remodelled assessment structure explained below. However, for Class-X students
appearing in Academic Year 2016-17 examination, the existing scheme of Assessment
would apply.
1. Scholastic Area
(j) Periodic Test (10 marks):
The
school should conduct three periodic written tests in the entire academic year
and the average of the best two will be taken. The schools have the autonomy to
make its own schedule. However, for the purpose of gradient learning, three
tests may be held as one being the mid-term test and other the two being pre
mid and post mid-term with portion of syllabus cumulatively covered. The
gradually increasing portion of contents would prepare students acquire
confidence for appearing in the Board examination with 100% syllabus. The
school will take the average of the best two tests for final marks submission.
ii) Notebook Submission (5 marks):
Notebook
submission as a part of internal assessment is aimed at enhancing seriousness
of students towards preparing notes for the topics being taught in the classroom
as well as assignments. This also addresses the critical aspect of regularity, punctuality,
neatness and notebook upkeep.
(iii) Subject Enrichment Activities (5 marks):
These
are subject specific application activities aimed at enrichment of the understanding
and skill development. These activities are to be recorded internally by respective
subject teachers.
For Languages: Activities conducted for subject enrichment in languages should
aim at equipping the learner to develop effective speaking and listening
skills.
For Mathematics: The listed laboratory activities and projects as given in the prescribed
publication of CBSE/NCERT may be followed.
For
Science: The listed practical works I activities may be carried out as
prescribed by the CBSE in the curriculum.
For Social Science: Map and project work may be undertaken as prescribed by the CBSE in
the curriculum.
2. Co- Scholastic Activities:
Schools
should promote co-curricular activities for the holistic development of the student.
These activities will be graded on a 5-point grading scale (A to E) and will
have no descriptive indicators. No up scaling of grades will be done
3. Discipline (Attendance, Sincerity and Behaviour Values):
Discipline significantly impacts career shaping and it helps build character. Sincerity, good behaviour and values develop strength and foster unity and co-operation. Therefore, the element of discipline has been introduced. Class teacher will be responsible for grading the students on a Five-point scale (A to E).The internal assessment comprising 20 marks (10+5+5) entails objectivity and a structured approach. For a holistic assessment, the teachers are expected to make it an effective tool.
B. Documentation: Records pertaining to the internal assessment of the students done by the schools will be maintained for a period of three months from the date of declaration of result for verification at the discretion of the Board. Subjudiced cases, if any or those involving RTII Grievances may however be retained beyond three months.
C. Assessment Scheme for Class-VI to IX in the CBSE affiliated schools:
The CBSE affiliated schools, for the purpose of uniformity in classes VI to IX may, replicate the same assessment model as described above for Class-X for Academic Year 2017-18.
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