EXAMINATION REFORMS
AND
CONTINUOUS AND
COMPREHENSIVE
EVALUATION
A CBSE INITIATIVE
WHY
CONTINUOUS 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.
Ability of child not evaluated.
Limited Techniques of Evaluation do not identify
learner’s level of attainment.
Resulting in Pass/Fail.
Causing frustration
and humiliation .
FEATURES OF CCE
Continuous
Continual—from the beginning and during the
instructional process
Periodicity—frequency /term
PLACE OF ASSESSMENT IN THE CURRICULUM
CCE
CONTINUOUS COMPREHENSIVE
GROWTH DEVELOPMENT SCHOLASTIC CO-SCHOLASTIC
SELF EVALUATION
FEEDBACK
RETESTING
CORRECTIVE MEASURES
DIAGNOSIS
REGULARITY
Comprehensive
• Scholastic - Subject specific areas.
• Co-Scholastic - Life skills, attitudes &
values and other co curricular activities
• Includes a variety of tools and techniques
for assessment of the learners.
Scholastic
•Academic
•Work experience
•Physical and Health Education
•Art Education
Co Scholastic
•Life Skills
•Attitudes and Values
•Participation and Achievement
•Outdoor Activities
Scholastic Evaluation
Formative Assessment :
Assessment which is carried throughout the year by
the teacher formally and informally
It is diagnostic and remedial
Summative Assessment:
End of term or end of the year exams
Feedback on learning (assessment of learning)
to teacher and parents
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT (FA)
Will comprise of :
• Class work
• Homework
• Oral questions
• Quizzes
• Projects
• Assignments/Tests
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT(SA)
Will be Term End Examination:
•Curriculum and syllabus as circulated by the board
•Question papers to be prepared by schools as per the
CBSE format and have to be only from the Question Bank
on the CBSE website.
•Exam to be conducted by schools
•Evaluation of Answer scripts will be done with in the
school.
GRADING SCALE
FOR SCHOOL ASSESSMENT
Assessment areas: GRADING SCALE
(Point)
Part 1 A : Scholastic 9
Part 1 B : Scholastic 5
Part 2 : Co-Scholastic
Part 2 A : Life Skills 5
Part 2 B : Attitudes & Values 3
Part 3 : Co-Scholastic
Part 3 A: Co-curricular Activities 3
Part 3 B :Health & Physical Education 3
GRADING SYSTEM for
SCHOLASTIC -A
MARKS GRADE GRADE POINT
91—100 A1 10
81—90 A2 9
71—80 B1 8
61—70 B2 7
51—60 C1 6
41—50 C2 5
33—40 D 4
21—32 E1 ----
20 & below E2 ----
GRADES
Work Experience
Art Education Physical Education
Life skills
GRADE
A+
A
B+
B
C
GRADES
Attitudes & Values
Participation & Achievement
Health & Physical Education
GRADE
A+
A
B
PART-3 CO-SCHOLASTIC AREAS
PART 3–
CO-SCHOLASTIC AREAS
PARTICIPATION ACHIEVEMENT
Scientific skills
Literary and Creative skills
Aesthetic Skills and Performing Arts
Clubs (Eco, Health and Wellness and others)
PARTICIPATION AND ACHIEVEMENT
COMMON INDICATORS :
Participates actively in school / Inter School / State / National /
International levels.
Takes initiative to plan and organize events.
Reads and shows a high degree of
awareness.
Shows good collaborative skills .
Is able to inspire others.
LITERARY AND CREATIVE SKILLS
INDICATORS
Debate, Declamation, Creative Writing, Recitation, Drawing,
Poster – Making, Slogan Writing, Theatre
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
Most indicators in a skill A+
piece.
Many indicators in a skill A
Is able to express ideas/opinions creatively in Some indicators in a skill B
different forms.
Displays originality of ideas and opinions.
SCIENTIFIC SKILLS
Science Club, Projects, Maths Club, Science Quiz,
Science Exhibition, Olympiads
INDICATORS :
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.
AESTHETIC SKILLS AND PERFORMING ARTS
Music (Vocal, Instrumental), Dance, Drama, Craft,
Sculpture, Puppetry, Folk art
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.
ART EDUCATION
INDICATORS
Innovative and creative approach OBSERVATION
Exhibits aesthetic sensibilities
Observation skills PORTFOLIO
Interpretation and originality
Correlation with real life VIDEOS
Willingness to experiment with
different art modes/ mediums NARRATIVE
Appreciate work of peers RECORDS
Awareness and appreciation of
works of artists CHECKLIST
THINKING SKILLS
INDICATORS :
Student demonstrates the ability to:
Be original, flexible and imaginative.
•Raise question, identify and analyze problems.
•Implement a well thought out decision
Most indicators in a skill A+
and take responsibility. Many indicators in a skill A
Some indicators in a skill B+
•Generate new ideas with fluency. Few indicators in a skill B
Very few indicators in a skill C
•Elaborate / build on new ideas.
SOCIAL
INDICATORS :
Student demonstrates the ability to:
Identify, verbalize and respond effectively to other’s emotions in an
empathetic manner.
Most indicators in a skill A+
• Get along well with others .
Many indicators in a skill A
Some indicators in a skill B+
•Take criticism positively.
Few indicators in a skill B
Very few indicators in a skill C
•Listen actively.
•Communicate using appropriate words, intonation and body
language.
EMOTIONAL
INDICATORS :
Most indicators in a skill A+
Student demonstrates the ability to: Many indicators in a skill A
•Identify own strength and weakness. Some indicators in a skill B+
Few indicators in a skill B
• Be comfortable with self . Very few indicators in a skill C
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.
Gymnastics
Yoga First aid
Part-3 Group B Health and Physical Education
Swimming Gardening
NCC/NSS/Scouting and Guiding
Part-3 Group B Health and Physical Education
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.
TOWARDS SCHOOL MATES
INDICATORS :
Shares a healthy rapport with peers. Most indicators in a skill A+
Many indicators in a skill A
Is able to interact and communicate
Some indicators in a skill B
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 PROGRAMMES
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 Most indicators in a skill A+
school programmes.
Many indicators in a skill A
Some indicators in a skill B
TOWARDS ENVIRONMENT
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.
Most indicators in a skill A+
Many indicators in a skill A
Some indicators in a skill B
VALUE SYSTEMS
INDICATORS :
Most indicators in a skill A+
Understands the need for rules. Many indicators in a skill A
Some indicators in a skill B
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.
CLASS IX
Academic year will have 2 terms -
FIRST TERM :
April to September 2009
SECOND TERM:
October to March 2010
Operational Modalities 1
Grades on a 9 point scale will be awarded.
Performance will be assessed using conventional numerical
marking and same will be converted into grades.
The CBSE will issue a statement of Subject wise performance i.e.
Grade Sheet (NO MARKS) for class X students studying in
secondary schools
In case a student leaves the CBSE system after having completed
the Final Formative and Summative Assessments in the school he /
she will be allowed to appear for the Boards (pen paper / online)
EXTERNAL EXAMINATION.
Further, for those students who wish to assess themselves, after
having given the final Summative Assessment in the school, an ON
DEMAND PROFICIENCY TEST is available online which is different
from the EXTERNAL EXAMINATION conducted by the board.
Operational Modalities 2
The CCE card will apply throughout the CBSE schools in
the country for admission to class XI. In addition,
schools can have their own criteria.
Students will only be promoted on the basis of both
Formative and Summative Assessments, both of which
are mandatory.
Percentile Rank will be given on demand by the CBSE
for the students who appear in the External
examination conducted by the Board .
EXAMS CONDUCTED BY THE BOARD
External Examination conducted by CBSE for
SECONDARY SCHOOLS only.
On Demand Pen paper/ Online Exam for students who
have completed their Formative and Summative
assessment in SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS. This is
Optional for the purpose of:
Change of Board.
Parents Transfer.
On Demand( pen and paper/ Online) Proficiency
Test for self assessment is also Optional.
CBSE HELPLINE
The various issued raised and their solutions will
be available in the form of F.A.Q’s.
Further clarification can be sought on CBSE
website www.cbse.nic.in on the “Interact with
Chairman on Class X Board Examination” .
Comprehensive guidelines of various aspect of
CCE will be available in the Teacher’s Manual
which will also be posted on the CBSE website.
