CBSE EXAMINATION AND ASSESSMENT SYSTEM
PRE-PRIMARY CLASSES:
There will be no formal examination for students of Pre-Primary. The Report cards of the children will be based on the assessment / evaluation done by their teachers on the basis of day to day observation of all the activities of the child.
FOR CLASSES I – X
The examination from Academic Year 2017-18 and onwards would be conducted as per the remodelled assessment structure explained below.
1. Scholastic Area
| Total 100 marks (Syllabus for assessment will be only Class-X) |
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| Subjects | 80 Marks (Board Examination) Student has to secure 33% marks out of 80 marks in each subject |
20 Marks (Internal Assessment) Student has to secure 33% marks out of overall 20 marks earmarked in each subject |
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| Periodic Test (10 Marks) |
Notebook Submission 5 Marks |
Subject Enrichment Activity 5 Marks |
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| Language 1 | Board will conduct Class-X Examination for 80 marks in each subject covering 100% syllabus of the subject of Class-X only.
Marks and Grades both will be awarded for Individual subjects. 9-point grading will be same as followed by the Board in Class Xll. |
Periodic written Test, restricted to three in each subject in an Academic Year. Average of the best two tests to be taken for final marks submission |
This will cover: Regularity
Assignment
Completion
Neatness & upkeep of notebook |
Speaking and listening skills |
| Language 2 | Speaking and listening skills | |||
| Science | Practical Lab work | |||
| Mathematics | Maths Lab Practical | |||
| Social Science |
Map Work and Project Work | |||
| 6 Additional Subject |
Scheme of studies for 6 additional subject is detailed in Annexure — I Note: In case student opts a language as 6th additional subject the modalities defined for Languages 1 and 2 shall be followed |
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(i) 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 / 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 upscaling of grades will be done.
| Activity | To be graded on a 5-point scale A-E in school |
Areas and Objectives (as prescribed in the Scheme of Studies for Subjects of Internal Assessment |
| Work Education or Pre-Vocational Education |
By the concerned Teacher | Work education is a distinct curricular area for students for participation in social, economic and welfare activities. Student gets a sense of community service and develops self-reliance. (for Pre-Vocational Education, as per Scheme of Studies |
| Art Education | By the VA/PA or the concerned teacher | Art Education constitutes an important area of curricular activity for development of wholesome personality of the students. Students will select one or more forms of creative arts. |
| Health & Physical Education (Sports /Yoga/ NCC etc.) |
By the PE Teacher | Health & Physical Activity preferably sports must be given a regular period. Students should be provided opportunities to get professionally trained in the area of their interest. Indigenous sports, yoga and NCC must be encouraged in the schools creating a sense of physical fitness, discipline, sportsmanship, patriotism, self-sacrifice and health care. |
3. Discipline (Attendance. Sincerity, 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.
NOTE:
Apart from the three periodic tests, there will be a slip test every Tuesday. Proposed Slip test schedule is attached.
PERIODIC ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE
| Term | Proposed dates | Revision begins on | Syllabus to be considered till |
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| Pre -Mid Term | June 30- July 10 | June 23 | June 16 |
| Mid Term (MT) | Sep 11 – Sep 22 | Sep 6 | Aug 29 |
| Post Mid Term | Dec 8 – Dec 18 | Nov 29 | Nov 24 |
| Annual | Mar 1 – Mar 9 | Feb 16 | Feb 15 |