CBSE Implements Competency-Based Education for the Academic Year 2024-25 for Classes 9 to 12

What's Changing in Assessment Practises?

Here's what you can expect for the 2024-25 academic session:

• Emphasis on Critical Thinking: Exams will feature more questions that encourage students to analyse, evaluate, and solve problems creatively.
• Developing Systems Thinking: Students will be encouraged to explore how different concepts relate to each other and apply them in different situations.
• Farewell to Rote Learning: Emphasis will shift away from simply memorising facts and figures. Assessments will focus on a deeper understanding of concepts.

Updated Assessment Structure for CBSE Classes 9 to 12

Towards Competency-Based Learning in Classes 10 and 12

• Circular No. Acad-05/2019 dated 18.01.2019
• Circular No. Acad-11/2019 dated 06.03.2019
• Circular No. Acad-18/2020 dated 16.03.2020
• Circular No. Acad-57/2022 dated 20.05.2022

What Does This Change Mean?

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Reference:

Official Notice - Assessment and Evaluation Practices of the Board for the Session 2024-25.

FAQs

1. What is competency-based education (CBE), and why is CBSE implementing it?

Ans: Competency-based education (CBE) focuses on assessing a student's ability to apply knowledge and skills in real-world situations rather than just memorising information. CBSE is embracing CBE to align with the National Education Policy 2020 and to prepare students for the demands of the 21st century.

2. How will assessments change under the new CBE framework?

Ans: Assessments will move away from rote memorisation and towards evaluating critical thinking, problem-solving, and systems thinking skills. Exams will feature more competency-focused questions, encouraging students to analyse, evaluate, and apply their understanding creatively.

3. What can students expect in the 2024-25 academic session regarding assessments?

Ans: Students can expect an increased emphasis on competency-focused questions in their exams, both in Classes 9 -10 and 11 - 12. This means a higher percentage of questions will be designed to assess their ability to apply concepts in real-life scenarios.

4. Where can I find more information about CBSE's transition to CBE?

Ans: You can visit the official CBSE website (https://cbseacademic.nic.in/) for the latest updates, circulars, and resources related to Competency-Based Education and assessment practices.