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ACADEMIC ASSESSMENT FOR CLASSES IX & X
WILL BE BASED ON CCE or
CONTINUOUS COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION
Continuous and Comprehensive evaluation
refers to a system of school based assessment
that covers all aspects of a student’s
development
•It emphasizes two fold objectives.
 Continuity in evaluation and assessment of broad based
learning.
 Behavioural outcome.
FEATURES OF CCE
CONTINUOUS
Continual—from the beginning and during the instructional
process
Periodicity—frequency /term
Comprehensive
•
Scholastic
-
Subject specific areas.
• Co-Scholastic –
Life Skills, Work Experience ,Visual and
Performing Arts and Attitudes, Values and
other Co Curricular activities
• Includes a variety of tools and techniques
for assessment of the learners.
CLASS IX & X
An academic year will have 2 terms FIRST TERM
April to September
SECOND TERM
October to March
CCE at Secondary level in CBSE schools
Each term will have two formative assessments &
one summative assessment in each subject.
Term I
FA (1)
10%
FA (2)
10%
SA (1)
30%
Term 2
FA (3)
10%
FA (4)
10%
SA (2)
30%
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT (FA)
Will comprise of :
• Class work
• Homework/ Educosoft
• Oral questions
• Quizzes
• Projects
• Assignments/Tests
• Role Play
• Seminar
• Group Discussions
• Presentations
• Movie making
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT(SA)
Will be End of Term Examination
Summative Assessment –I in September (TERM-I)
Summative Assessment –II in March
(TERM-II)
• Curriculum and syllabus as circulated by the Board.
• Question papers will be sent by CBSE. Schools also have a
choice to make their own question papers as per CBSE
guidelines.
• Exams will be conducted by schools.
• Evaluation of Answer scripts will be done within the school.
Assessment Design
April – JulySept
July
Sept
Oct –
Dec
Mar
FA3
DecMar
PSA
FA4
FA1
FA2
SA1
10%
10%
30%
10%
10%
30%
FINAL Assessment- FA1+ FA2+ FA3+ FA4
10 + 10 + 10 + 10 = 40%
SA1+ SA2
30 + 30
= 60%
SA2
Term I - (April 14 – Sept. 14)
a) Paper-Pen Test : 35
Formative
Assessment I b) Activity based Assessment
(FA I)
: 10+5
Formative
a) Activity Based Assessment
Assessment II : 10+10
(FA II)
b) Project/ Lab Activity : 15
c) Notebook Assessment: 5
Summative I
Term II- (Oct. 14 – March 15)
a) Paper-Pen Test : 35
Formative
Assessment b) Activity based Assessment :
III (FAIII)
10+5
Formative
English , Mathematics,
Assessment Science and Social Science IV
Problem Solving Assessment –
(FA IV)
conducted by CBSE
Hindi - Activity Based
Assessment : 10+10 , Project/
Lab Activity : 15 Notebook
Assessment: 5
English Summative
ASL – 20 marks,
II
Pen & Paper test – 70 marks
Science, Math, Social Sc,
Hindi/Sans/Fr
Pen & Paper test – 90 marks
English ASL – 20 marks
Pen & Paper test – 70 marks
Science, Math, Social Sc
,Hindi/ Sans/Fr Pen & Paper
test – 90 marks
Operational Modalities 1
• Performance will be assessed using conventional
numerical marking and these will be converted into
grades.
• Grades will be awarded on a 9 point scale.
• The CBSE will issue a statement of Subject wise
performance i.e. Grade Sheet (NO MARKS) at the
end of class X.
Marks
Grade
Grade Point
91—100
A1
10.0
81- 90
A2
9.0
71-80
B1
8.0
61-70
B2
7.0
51-60
C1
6.0
41- 50
C2
5.0
33-40
D
4.0
21-32
E1
----
20 & below
E2
----
The qualifying grade
in each subject under
Scholastic Area A
shall be minimum
Grade D
Operational Modalities 2
• The CCE card will apply in all the CBSE
schools across the country for admission
into class XI.
• In addition, schools can have their own
criteria for admission to class XI.
•Students will be promoted on the basis
of both Formative and Summative
assessments, both of which are mandatory.
• A minimum of 25% marks of have to be
scored in SA I & II. (Overall 33%)
ASSESSMENT OF CO-SCHOLASTIC AREAS
WILL BE DONE ON A FIVE POINT SCALE
GRADE
GRADE
RANGE
GRADE
POINT
A
4.1-5
5
B
3.1- 4.0
4
C
2.1-3.0
3
D
1.1-2.0
2
E
0.1-1
1
Scholastic and Co-Scholastic
Scholastic
PART 1
•Formative I , II , III , IV
•Summative Assessment I & II
Scholastic 1
English
Math
Science
Social Science
Hindi / Sanskrit / French
New Features
Introduction of Value based questions
With effect from the academic session 2012-13
students are assessed in all major subjects for upto
5 marks at the Summative Assessment level in
Classes IX and X, through questions which will be
integrated with the content of the subject and
analysed on the basis of the values it reflects.
ASSESSMENT OF SPEAKING AND LISTENING SKILLS IN
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
UNDER CCE, CBSE HAS INTRODUCED A NEW KIND OF TEST FROM
2012- 2013
AS PART OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT CBSE IS TESTING
STUDENTS’ LISTENING AND SPEAKING SKILLS FOR 20 MARKS
THE MAIN LANGUAGE PAPER IS OF 70 MARKS
THESE TESTS ARE A PART OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENTS ( SA1 and
SA2)
Problem Solving Assessment
A) With effect from Session 2012-13 , CBSE has introduced
Problem Solving Assessment for Class IX .
B) There is no specific syllabus for `Problem Solving Assessment’
C) It will assess the Life Skills relating to following areas:Quantitative Reasoning
Qualitative Reasoning
Language Conventions
D) •Language Conventions : includes different aspects of
written communication (e.g. grammar, vocabulary etc.)
• Qualitative Reasoning : includes the reasoning seen in the
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
• Quantitative Reasoning : includes the kinds of reasoning
found in Mathematics and Science
•The `Problem Solving Assessment’ will be counted towards
FA-4 which is 10% of total assessments of Class IX.
• This assessment will also be carried forward towards the
FA-4 in Class X.
• The score will be reflected in one Language (English or
Hindi), Mathematics, Science and Social Science
• The students will have the option to improve their PSA Score
in Class X, as they can sit for the test with Class IX students
of the next session.
• The best scores will be reflected in the final certificate in
case of those applying for improvement.
WITH EFEECT FROM SESSION 2013-2014
CBSE HAS INTRODUCED
OPEN TEXT BASED ASSESSMENT
IN CLASS IX IN ALL SUBJECTS (EXCEPT
SANSKRIT & FRENCH)
Co-Scholastic Areas
PART 2
2A( Life Skills)
•Thinking Skills
•Social Skills
•Emotional Skills
Co-Scholastic Areas 2B
WORK EDUCATION
The indicators of assessments are as follows:
•Has a collaborative approach towards the process of learning.
•Is innovative in ideas.
•Plans and adheres to timelines.
•Is involved and motivated.
•Demonstrates a positive attitude.
•Is helpful, guides and facilitates others.
•Demonstrates an understanding of correlation with real life
situations.
•Has a step by step approach to solving a problem.
•Has a clear understanding of outcome to be generated.
•Is able to apply theoretical knowledge into practical usage.
PART 2
Visual and Performing
Arts (Part 2C)
•Painting and drawing
•Dance
•Music (Indian & Western)
•Theatre
Co-Scholastic Areas 2C
Visual and Performing Art Indicators
Visual Art
•Takes an innovative and creative approach
•Shows aesthetic sensibilities
•Displays observation skills
•Co relates with real life
•Shows willingness to experiment with different art modes
•Sketches and paints
•Generates computer graphics
•Demonstrates proportion in size and clarity
Performing Art
•Sings and plays instrumental music
•Dances and acts in drama
•Is aware of and appreciates works of artists
•Participates actively in aesthetic activities of various
levels
•Takes initiative to plan create and direct visual creative
events
•Reads and shows a degree of awareness of particular
domain of art
•Experiments with art forms
•Shows a high degree of imagination and innovation
•Displays an artistic temperament in all of his/her actions in
school and outside.
PART 2
2D (Attitudes & Values)
•Attitude Towards Teachers
•Attitude Towards School-Mates
•Attitude Towards School
Programmes and Environment
•Value Systems
Co-Scholastic Areas 2 D
ATTITUDES & VALUES INDICATORS
Towards Teachers
• Shows respect and courtesy at all times inside
and outside the classroom
• Demonstrates attitudes that are positive and
conducive to learning
• Takes criticism in the right spirit
• Undertakes corrective measures suggested by
the teachers
• Volunteers to take responsibility
Towards School Mates
• Shares a healthy rapport with peers/mates
• Is able to interact effectively with classmates
• Is receptive to ideas and opinions of others in
a group
• Respects and is sensitive to differences
among peers in: religious beliefs, ability,
gender, culture etc.
• Is able to inspire members of the class or peer
group
ATTITUDES & VALUES INDICATORS
Towards School
Programmes and
Environment
• Is punctual and regular in attending school
programmes
• Participates and volunteers often for school
programmes
• Delivers a job assigned effectively and
responsibly
• Displays a healthy school spirit
• Inspires others to participate in school
programmes
• Respects school property
• Is particular about cleanliness of the
school
• Participates in school driven activities
relating to care for the environment
• Takes initiative and plans activities
directed towards the betterment of the
environment
• Is conscious of conserving natural
resources
ATTITUDES & VALUES INDICATORS
Value System
Article 51A of the
Indian Constitution—
Fundamental Duties –
provides the most
comprehensive list of
values that should be
inculcated by every
Indian citizen.
There are 10
principles.
We have identified
four behaviours as
descriptors for each.
•
To abide by the constitution and respect its ideals and
institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem.
•
To cherish and follow the noble ideals which inspired the
freedom struggle.
•
To uphold and protect the sovereignty , unity and integrity
of India.
•
To defend the country and render national service when
called upon to do so.
•
To promote harmony and spirit of unity, brotherhood.
•
To value and preserve the rich heritage of our culture.
•
To protect and improve natural environment.
•
To safeguard public property and to abjure violence.
•
To develop scientific temper and the spirit of enquiry.
•
To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual
and collective activity which leads to higher levels of
performance.
PART 3
3A
•Literary & Creative Skills
•Organisational and Leadership
Skills
•Sports
•NSS
3B
Co-Scholastic Activities 3A
INDICATORS
Literary & Creative
Skills
• Participates actively in literary and creative
skills activities at school/ inter school/state/
national /international levels
• Takes the initiative to plan various literary
events like debates, recitation, book clubs
etc.
• Always converses in English
• Is able to express ideas/opinions creatively in
different forms
• Shows good collaborative skills and is able to
work effectively in a group
INDICATORS
Organisational
and Leadership
Skills
•Helps and organizes events in that
capacity.
•Demonstrates ability to work in teams.
•Can organize work groups in a short time.
•Actively participates in School Clubs,
(e.g. Science Club, Eco Clubs, Health and
Wellness Clubs, Heritage Club, Disaster
Management, AEP and other clubs).
•Represents class and school at various
other levels.
INDICATORS
Sports
• Displays an innate talent in a particular sport.
• Demonstrates physical qualities needed -Endurance ,
Strength, Speed, Flexibility and Stamina.
• 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.
National
Service
Scheme
•Shows spirit of service.
•Displays commitment and responsibility towards
tasks.
•Has leadership qualities and is able to inspire others
•Is able to develop a good rapport with peers,
supervisors and other adults.
Evaluating Co- Scholastic Areas
Anecdotal Records
• An anecdotal record is the observed
behaviour of a student.
• It is a record of some significant episode that
happened in the life of the student and which
sheds light on the conduct, thinking, skills and
capabilities, revealing significant features
and characteristics about his/her personality.
Portfolio
It is the collection of evidence of a
student’s work over a period of time.
It could be day-to-day work or selection
of the learner’s best piece of work.
PORTFOLIO CAN INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING
• Photographs
• Certificates of Merit/ Achievements
• Paintings and other examples of
artistic endeavour
• Audio-Video Recordings (CD)
• Self Assessment Sheets
• Peer Assessment Sheets
• Teacher Assessment Sheets
• Any kind of Literary work
• Interests and hobbies
• Write up on social work done by
the student
Importance of Co Scholastic Grades
Maximum score for each Life Skill, Work
Education and Visual and Performing
Arts and Attitudes is 50,
for Values it is 200 and
for Co-curricular Activities and Health &
Physical Education it is 50.
Based on grades obtained by a student in Co-Scholastic areas
he/she can be upscaled in one or two subjects.
a) Those Students who get total grade points in coscholastic areas/ activities in the range 53-65 may
benefit by getting upgraded to the next higher
grade in two subjects in scholastic areas.
b) Those students who get total grade points in the
range 40-52, may benefit by getting upgraded to the
next higher grade in one subject in scholastic area.
c) Upscaling will be done from lowest grade to next
higher grade and so on.
d) E2 grade will not be upscaled.
Each area in Life Skills has ten indicators which are valued out
of 5 marks and the total scored is then divided by ten to attain
the grade point
For Example
If a child scores 35 marks in thinking skill, his/her grade will be
B and Grade point will be 3.5
Similarly all other areas are assessed in marks and then
converted into grade and grade point.
The maximum grade point a student can attain is 65.
There is no Board Examination at the
Secondary(Class X) level w.e.f. 2011 for
students studying in the schools affiliated to
the Central Board of Secondary and who do
not wish to move out of the CBSE system after
Class X.