1. What is the difference between school-based and board-based examination?
Adil Hasan,
Class 10, Maharishi Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School,
Chennai.
A. Scheme-1 or School-based Assessment is for those students who do not wish to move out of the CBSE system after Class X. Scheme-2 or Board-Conducted Examination system is for those studying in Secondary schools or who wi8sh to move out of the CBSE system after Class X, that is, who wish to join institutions/ schools/ junior colleges affiliated to Boards other than the CBSE. The syllabus and question paper design under both are the same as prescribed by the CBSE for the second term.
The only difference is that students of school-conducted examination will appear for it in their own school, whereas those opting for Board-conducted examination will take it at the allotted centres.
The date sheet for the Board-conducted Summative Examination-II has been announced, and regarding the school-conducted examination, the schools have been directed to conduct it as per the guidelines prescribed in Circular No. 5 dated th January 27, 2016.
However, in both the cases, the result will be announced at the same time on the date announced by the Board and the school-based assessment certificates to be issued by the Board will also be the same for all school students.
2. How many times can a student appear for improvement exams?
Komal,
Class 12, Samsara The World Academy,
Noida.
A. A candidate who has passed Class XII examination of the Board can re-appear for improvement of performance in one or more subjects in the main examination the next year only. The candidate may appear privately; those re-appearing for the entire examination can also appear as regular candidates if admitted by the school. The candidate(s) appearing for improvement can appear in the subject(s) in which they have appeared for the examination.
3. Why does the CBSE follow the grading method? This hides the dedication of students, as those who score different marks within a range still get a common grade. Why can’t the range be reduced?
K.R. Sree Dharshini,
Class 9, Chelammal Vidhyaashram (CBSE),
Musiri.
A. The primary function of grading is to communicate effectively to a variety of stakeholders the degree of achievement of an individual student. The grading would also take away the frightening judgmental quality of marks obtained in a test, leading to a stress-free and joyful learning environment in school.
4. Why do we have only 90-mark papers for Summative Assessment and not 100 marks?
B.G.S. Sneha,
Class 9, Ramanath Secondary School,
Visakhapatnam.
A. As you know, each Summative Assessment gets the weightage of 30 per cent. By having 90-mark papers, it becomes easy for schools to calculate 30 per cent.
5. Are merit and participation certificates won in cultural events and competitive exams of any use in class X?
B.R.Neeraj,
Class 9, Sree Narayana Public School,
Thiruvananthapuram.
A. The participation of students in various competitions, cultural and sports events helps them imbibe significant life skills, positive attitude and values so useful in facing challenges in life. Merit and participation certificates encourage you to further nourish your skills and talent, thus building self-confidence. school@thehindu.co.in
(Class 9-12 CBSE students can send any examination or CBSE scheme-related questions to school@thehindu.co.in [Subject: Ask the CBSE-2016]. Mention your name, class, school and city.)
