Major reforms to cut coaching dependence
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Dr Vijay Garg
Contd from previous issue
In line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the idea of holding entrance exams twice a year — tentatively in April and November — was also discussed.
Limit Coaching Classes to 2–3 Hours
Another major discussion point was the need to limit the time students spend in coaching institutes. Currently, many students attend private coaching for five to six hours daily in addition to school. Members suggested capping coaching hours to help improve well-being and academic balance.
The proposal states that coaching time should be restricted to “a maximum of two to three hours daily,” a move the committee believes will reduce burnout and re-establish school education as the primary learning source.
Exploring a Hybrid Assessment Mode
The meeting also reviewed the possibility of modifying the evaluation pattern for competitive exams by creating a mixed scoring method. To be contd
Contd from previous issue
In line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the idea of holding entrance exams twice a year — tentatively in April and November — was also discussed.
Limit Coaching Classes to 2–3 Hours
Another major discussion point was the need to limit the time students spend in coaching institutes. Currently, many students attend private coaching for five to six hours daily in addition to school. Members suggested capping coaching hours to help improve well-being and academic balance.
The proposal states that coaching time should be restricted to “a maximum of two to three hours daily,” a move the committee believes will reduce burnout and re-establish school education as the primary learning source.
Exploring a Hybrid Assessment Mode
The meeting also reviewed the possibility of modifying the evaluation pattern for competitive exams by creating a mixed scoring method. To be contd