Tag: critical thinking in education
CBSE to launch a brand new global curriculum in 2026: How is the existing international syllabus different from the regular one? | – The Times of India
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to introduce a global curriculum for foreign students starting from the 2026-2027 academic year. This initiative is part of a broader reform plan aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which aims to provide students with greater flexibility and a globally competitive education. As part of these changes, CBSE is also considering conducting board exams twice a year from the same academic session, allowing students to retain their best scores. Not the first time CBSE has taken a global initiative This is not the first time CBSE has ventured into ... Read more
Bridging the Learning Gap: Should CBSE Prioritise Competency-Based Assessment Over Score-Based Evaluation? – Times of India
Is CBSE’s Shift to Competency-Based Assessment the Key to Closing Learning Gaps? The gap between academic scores and actual skillsets among Indian students has been a matter of growing concern. A competency-based evaluation system, as proposed under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, is emerging as a viable solution to bridge this divide. However, transitioning from a score-centric to a skills-focused approach is easier said than done.Statistics from the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) named Beyond Basics paint a concerning picture of foundational learning in India. A significant portion of youth aged 14–18 struggle with basic academic tasks. For ... Read more