EXAMINATION REFORMS AND SCHOOL BASED COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION

External Examinations ‘ are largely inappropriate for the knowledge society of the 21st century and its need for innovative problem solvers‘ Evaluation of Scholastic learning only on marks. Evaluation of Scholastic learning only on marks. Ability of child not evaluated. Ability of child not evaluated. Limited Techniques of Evaluation do not identify learner’s level of attainment. Limited Techniques of Evaluation do not identify learner’s level of attainment. Resulting in Pass/Fail. Resulting in Pass/Fail. Causing frustration Causing frustration and humiliation. and humiliation. WHY SCHOOL BASED COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION

CONTINUOUS EVALUATION

FEATURES OF SCE Continuous Continual—from the beginning and during the instructional process Continual—from the beginning and during the instructional process Periodicity—frequency /term Periodicity—frequency /term

PERIODICITY

DIAGNOSTIC SCHOOL CLINIC SCHOOL CLINIC BALANCED BALANCED DIET DIET

REMEDIAL TOOLS OF EVALUATION STAIRCASE

Assessment which is carried throughout the year by the teacher formally and informally Assessment which is carried throughout the year by the teacher formally and informally It is diagnostic and remedial It is diagnostic and remedial Scholastic Evaluation Scholastic Evaluation Formative Assessment : End of term or end of the year exams End of term or end of the year exams Feedback on learning (assessment of learning) to teacher and parents Feedback on learning (assessment of learning) to teacher and parents Summative Assessment:

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT (FA) Will comprise of : Class work Homework Oral questions Quizzes Projects Assignments

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT(SA) Will be Term End Examination: Curriculum and syllabus as circulated by the board Exam to be conducted by schools Evaluation of Answer scripts will be done within the school.

Std IX Academic year will have 2 terms - Academic year will have 2 terms - FIRST TERM : FIRST TERM : June to October ‘11 June to October ‘11 SECOND TERM: SECOND TERM: November to April ‘12 November to April ‘12

ASSESSMENT FOR AN ACADEMIC YEAR Term I – FA1 and FA2 SA1 Term II - FA3 and FA4 SA2 FINAL Assessment- FA1+FA2+FA3+FA = 40% SA1+ SA = 60% TOTAL = 100%

GRADING SYSTEM for SCHOLASTIC -A MARKS GRADE GRADE POINT 91—100 A —100 A —90 A2 9 81—90 A2 9 71—80 B1 8 71—80 B1 8 61—70 B2 7 61—70 B2 7 51—60 C1 6 51—60 C1 6 41—50 C2 5 41—50 C2 5 33—40 D 4 33—40 D 4 21—32 E —32 E & below E & below E2 ----

Section I – B – Optional Subject 5 point grading system is for P.E., Art, Computer, G.K., P.D. 90 & aboveA+ 90 & aboveA+ 75 to 90A 75 to 90A 60 to 75B+ 60 to 75B+ 45 to 60B 45 to 60B 33 to 45C 33 to 45C

PERCENTILE RANK Percentile means, percentage of students obtaining less marks than the student. Percentile Rank = Percentile Rank = Total students in class : 60 Total students in class : 60 A student gets 85 marks in Maths. A student gets 85 marks in Maths. In the class 54 students got < 85 marks In the class 54 students got < 85 marks P.R. = 54 / 60 x 100 = 90 P.R. = 54 / 60 x 100 = 90 A student gets 28 marks in Gujarati. A student gets 28 marks in Gujarati. In the class that is the minimum marks. In the class that is the minimum marks. P.R. = nil / 60 x 100 = 1.67s P.R. = nil / 60 x 100 = 1.67s

Operational Modalities 1 Grades on a 9 point scale will be awarded. Grades on a 9 point scale will be awarded. Performance will be assessed using conventional numerical marking and same will be converted into grades. Performance will be assessed using conventional numerical marking and same will be converted into grades.

Students will only be promoted on the basis of both Formative and Summative Assessments both of which are mandatory. Students will only be promoted on the basis of both Formative and Summative Assessments both of which are mandatory. Operational Modalities 2

GRADING SYSTEM  Minimize misclassification of students on the basis of marks.  Eliminate unhealthy cut throat competition among high achievers.  Reduce societal pressure and provide the learner with more flexibility.  Lead to a better learning environment. ADVANTAGES

ASSESSMENT SCE will be for both the terms. SCE will be for both the terms. Report Card to be issued by the school Report Card to be issued by the school Report Card to reflect Report Card to reflect -Formative assessment -Formative assessment -Summative assessment -Summative assessment In both Scholastic & Co-scholastic areas In both Scholastic & Co-scholastic areas

CO-SCHOLASTIC(SECTION – II) Section - ASection - B Section - 2A – 1 Activities 1.Sports (Any two) Section - 2A – 2 Activities 1.Cultural / Literary / Social (Any two) Areas 1.Life Skills 2.Attitudes 3.Values

ART EDUCATION INDICATORS Innovative and creative approachExhibits aesthetic sensibilitiesObservation skillsInterpretation and originalityCorrelation with real lifeWillingness to experiment withdifferent art modes/ mediumsAppreciate work of peersAwareness and appreciation of works of artists

PHYSICAL EDUCATION INDICATORS Displays an innate talent in particular sport.Demonstrates Physical qualities needed Endurance, Strength, Speed, Flexibilityand stamina.Shows good hand-eye coordinationDemonstrates an analytic aptitude required and reacts appropriately to strategicsituationsHealth and Physical EducationDemonstrates sportsmanshipDisplays a healthy team and school spiritDiscipline for practiceHas undergone training and coachingHas represented a team in school interschool / national/ international level.

SECTION – II - B CO-SCHOLASTIC AREAS LIFE SKILLS THINKING SOCIAL EMOTIONAL

Towards Teachers Towards school mates Towards School Programmes Towards Environment Value Systems ATTITUDES AND VALUES

Understands the need for rules.Honest and ethical.Respects diversity (culture, opinions, beliefs, abilities).Displays commitment.Works efficiently, respecting time, his/her own and others’.Displays a positive attitude towards peers, adults and community.Displays spirit of citizenship. VALUE SYSTEMS INDICATORS :

Respects school property.Is environmentally sensitive.Participates in activities relating to care for the environment.Takes the initiative and plans activities directed towards the betterment of the environment. TOWARDS ENVIRONMENT INDICATORS :

Is punctual and regular in attending school.Participates and volunteers often for school programmes.Delivers a job assigned effectively and responsibly.Displays a healthy school spirit.Displays leadership skills.Inspires others to participate in school programmes. TOWARDS SCHOOL PROGRAMMES INDICATORS :

Shares a healthy rapport with peers.Is able to interact and communicate effectively.Receptive to ideas and opinions of others in a group. Sensitive to differences among peers in – ability, religious beliefs, gender, culture etc. Is kind and helpful.Able to inspire members of the class or peer group. TOWARDS SCHOOL MATES INDICATORS :

THINKING SKILLS Be original, flexible and imaginative.Raise question, identify and analyze problems.Implement a well thought out decisionand take responsibility.Generate new ideas with fluency.Elaborate / build on new ideas. INDICATORS : Student demonstrates the ability to:

SOCIAL Identify, verbalize and respond effectively to other’s emotions in an empathetic manner.Get along well with others.Take criticism positively.Listen actively.Communicate using appropriate words, intonation and body language. INDICATORS : Student demonstrates the ability to:

EMOTIONAL Identify own strength and weakness.Be comfortable with self.and overcome weakness for positive self – concept.Identify causes and effects of stress on oneself.Develop and use multi-faceted strategies to deal with stress.Express and respond to emotions with an awareness of the consequences. INDICATORS :

INDICATORS Reads and shows a high degree of awareness.Is able to appreciate well written/spoken pieces in all genres (prose, poetry, plays).Is able to explain why they enjoy a particular piece.Is able to express ideas/opinions creatively in different forms.Displays originality of ideas and opinions. LITERARY AND CREATIVE SKILLS Debate, Declamation, Creative Writing, Recitation, Drawing, Poster – Making, Slogan Writing, Theatre Poster – Making, Slogan Writing, Theatre

Is a keen observer and makes mature deductions. Displays good experimental skills and a practical knowledge of various everyday phenomena. Is able to apply Science in everyday context eg; Setting the stage lights for the school play. Displays a scientific temperament. SCIENTIFIC SKILLS Science Club, Projects, Maths Club, Science Quiz, Science Exhibition, Olympiads INDICATORS :

Is able to appreciate well written/ spoken pieces in all genres (prose, poetry, plays) and all languages. Is able to explain why he/she enjoy a particular piece.Shows a keen interest and an aptitude towards a particular art form.Is able to apply skills to performances/art forms.Displays creative expression and a good presentation piece. AESTHETIC SKILLS AND PERFORMING ARTS Music (Vocal, Instrumental), Dance, Drama, Craft, Sculpture, Puppetry, Folk art INDICATORS :

COMMON INDICATORS Displays an innate talent in particular sport. Demonstrates Physical qualities needed Endurance, Strength, Speed, Flexibility and stamina. Shows good hand-eye coordination. Demonstrates an analytic aptitude required and reacts appropriately to strategic situations. Demonstrates sportsmanship.Displays a healthy team and school spirit.Discipline for practice.Has undergone training and coaching. Has represented a team in school interschool / national/ international level. Health and Physical Education Health and Physical Education

School Logo GUJARAT REFINERY ENGLISH MEDIUM SCHOOL (Managed by The Society of St. Basil) Jawaharnagar P.O., Dist:- Vadodara Phone : 0265 – ID:- School Registration Number: PROGRESS REPORT – 2011 – 2012 Std. : IX Section :- ________ I.Name of the student: _________________________________________ Date of Birth: _________________________________________ G.R. Number: _________________________________________ Roll Number: _________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________ _________________________________________ Contact Number: ______________________ (M) ______________________ Mother’s Name : ____________________ Father’s Name : _______________ II.HEALTH STATUS Height : ______________________Weight: ________________________ Blood Group : _______________Vision : (Left) ________ (Right) _______ Teeth: _____________________ Oral Hygiene : _____________________ Specific Ailment, if any : ________________________________________ III.Specimen signature of Mother: ____________ Father : ________________

Part - 1(A) : Assessment of Main Subjects Sr.SubjectFirst SemesterSecond SemesterYearly Assessment No. Semester 1 &GradePercentile FA - 1FA - 2SA - 1TotalFA - 3FA - 4SA - 2TotalSemester 2 Rank Total Marks 10% 30%50%10% 30%50%100% 1English 2Gujarati 3Hindi 4Sanskrit 5Mathematics 6Science & Technology 7Social Science Total Marks Part - 1(B) : Assessment of optional Subjects Sr.SubjectFirst Semester Second Semester No. IndicatorsGradeIndicatorsGrade 1Art 2Physical Education 3Computer 4 5

Section II - Co – Scholastic Evaluation Section – II(A) 1 – Sports and Games First SemesterSecond Semester No.Name of activityIndicators Section – II(A)2 – Literary / Cultural / Social Activities First SemesterSecond Semester No.Name of activityIndicators Section – II(B) – Evaluation of Co-Scholastic areas for Personality Development First SemesterSecond Semester NoAreasIndicators 1.Life Skill 2.Values 3.Attitude First SemesterSecond Semester Attendance Signature of Student Signature of Parent Signature of Cl. Tr. Signature of Principal