The Karnataka Department of School Education is planning to introduce centralised annual exams for Classes 9 and 11 students from the academic year 2023-24. prescribed by the state board.
The decision to introduce centralised exams is aimed at improving the learning outcomes of students in these classes.
The current system of summative assessment at the school level is not delivering the required results, and is not improving the learning outcome of students significantly. The centralised exams are expected to provide a more objective and fair assessment of students’ learning, and will also help to bridge the learning gaps among students.
The exams will be held in May for Class 9 students and in July for Class 11 students. The question papers will be set by KSEAB and the evaluation will be done at the school and taluk level.
The proposal for centralised exams is still under consideration, and has not yet been finalized. However, if it is approved, it will be a significant change in the assessment system in Karnataka.
There are several benefits to introducing centralised exams for Classes 9 and 11 students. These include:
Potential Challenges
While there are several benefits to introducing centralised exams, there are also some potential challenges. These include:
Conclusion
The introduction of centralised annual exams for Classes 9 and 11 students is a significant change in the assessment system in Karnataka. It has the potential to improve the learning outcomes of students and prepare them for the board examinations. However, there are also some potential challenges that need to be addressed.