CBSE launches competency-based assessment framework aligned with NEP for Classes 6 to 10

The competency-based assessment framework for classes 6 to 10 was launched by CBSE for three subjects namely English (reading), Science, and Mathematics.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) launched a competency-based assessment framework for classes 6 to 10 for three subjects namely English (reading), Science, and Mathematics. The framework is a part of the CBSE Competency-Based Education Project. It aims to replace the existing rote learning model as directed in the new National Education Policy (NEP) over the next two to three years.

The NEP 2020 envisages a significant shift in the education ecosystem in India. It aims to prepare students for the 21st century and lays emphasis on competency-based education rather than education that tests rote learning.

According to CBSE Chairman Manoj Ahuja, "The CBSE has had a collaboration with British Council and three UK agencies, Cambridge, NARIC, and Alphaplus who are helping CBSE in attaining this objective. The work has already started, and significant progress has been made and we do look forward to this co-operation and working with British Council in the future."

The framework is the basis for a larger project exercise currently underway where 40 assessment designers, 180 test item writers and 360 master trainer mentors are being trained in using this framework to create a model question bank and collection of ideal lesson plans.

In the first phase selected Navodaya Vidyalayas, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Chandigarh, and private schools across the country will participate in the programme which will be rolled out to all 25,000 CBSE schools in India by 2024. Barbara Wickham OBE, Director India, British Council, said "Education and research collaboration is central to the India-UK relationship. The reformed assessment framework will support high-quality teaching for both an improved learning experience and outcomes for all students in CBSE schools".

"Our extensive work with Indian government agencies over the past few decades and our links across UK education network meant we were able to propose a framework that will not only bring international assessment standards to Indian schools but accompany it with an implementation roadmap tailored for India. We are committed to working closely with the CBSE and Indian school education system stakeholders in the last mile delivery of the project," she added.

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