NEW DELHI: The National Council for Educational Training and Research (NCERT) has introduced the new National Curriculum Framework (NCF) for Class 6, marking the beginning of significant educational reforms. This framework mandates schools to allocate classes for vocational education, art education, and physical education and well-being.
Preparing teachers for new curriculum
Starting with Class 6, teachers are preparing to effectively teach the newly developed curriculum.This preparation includes training in updated pedagogy, curriculum, and assessment methods through initiatives such as NCERT’s Bridge Month Programme (BMP). Despite the fact that textbooks for the revised curriculum are still being prepared, NCERT has launched the Bridge Month Programme (BMP) for teachers in Class 6. In addition, NCERT has announced that study materials for Classes 3 and 6 will be available by the end of the month. The new syllabi and textbooks for other grades will be released in the academic years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, in accordance with their guidelines.
The Council’s guidelines advocate for a two-week foundation programme for Class 3 and a month-long bridge programme for Class 6. Specific course materials have also been released for these programmes.
Focus on student-centric learning
These initiatives aim to provide students with opportunities for enjoyable, activity-based learning, reducing curriculum pressure and the challenge of non-comprehension.
The guidelines emphasise that expanding content areas and abstract theories place more cognitive demands on students. The guidelines emphasise the importance of teachers taking students’ prior knowledge into account when promoting active learning, highlighting concept development.
According to guideline, Grade 6, representing the initial phase of the Middle stage, sees students entering after studying the old curriculum, which encompassed Environmental Studies. As a result, their grasp of subjects like Science and Social Science may be limited. Moreover, they are observed to be more accustomed to a textbook-centric approach to learning. The guidelines further read, “After students enter Grade 6, it is ideal to have a month-long, fun-filled series of games and activities that allow them to enjoy, interact, shed their inhibitions, speak to other students and teachers, play, and participate in simple projects (why not a treasure hunt!), etc..”
Objectives defined by the NECRT
The brigde programme is aimed at creating an engaging and lively classroom environment is critical for preparing both teachers and students for the implementation of the new syllabus and learning approach. The goal is to create an environment in which learning is interactive and playful, so that subjects are perceived as interconnected, as per the notice.
In order to achieve this, the notice says that students must be given enjoyable learning experiences. This includes activities that allow them to learn while playing, participate in discussions with their peers, and observe their environment.
During Bridge Month, teachers are encouraged to create lessons that promote active participation and exploration. Instead of relying solely on traditional teaching methods, interactive activities and group discussions can help students better understand and retain the material.
Furthermore it asserts that emphasising the interconnectedness of subjects can help students see the relevance and applicability of their knowledge across disciplines. “By incorporating multiple subjects into lessons and projects, students can gain a comprehensive understanding of concepts and develop critical thinking skills,” the notice read.
Teachers, parents and stake holders can check the material made available through this direct link.
Preparing teachers for new curriculum
Starting with Class 6, teachers are preparing to effectively teach the newly developed curriculum.This preparation includes training in updated pedagogy, curriculum, and assessment methods through initiatives such as NCERT’s Bridge Month Programme (BMP). Despite the fact that textbooks for the revised curriculum are still being prepared, NCERT has launched the Bridge Month Programme (BMP) for teachers in Class 6. In addition, NCERT has announced that study materials for Classes 3 and 6 will be available by the end of the month. The new syllabi and textbooks for other grades will be released in the academic years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, in accordance with their guidelines.
The Council’s guidelines advocate for a two-week foundation programme for Class 3 and a month-long bridge programme for Class 6. Specific course materials have also been released for these programmes.
Focus on student-centric learning
These initiatives aim to provide students with opportunities for enjoyable, activity-based learning, reducing curriculum pressure and the challenge of non-comprehension.
The guidelines emphasise that expanding content areas and abstract theories place more cognitive demands on students. The guidelines emphasise the importance of teachers taking students’ prior knowledge into account when promoting active learning, highlighting concept development.
According to guideline, Grade 6, representing the initial phase of the Middle stage, sees students entering after studying the old curriculum, which encompassed Environmental Studies. As a result, their grasp of subjects like Science and Social Science may be limited. Moreover, they are observed to be more accustomed to a textbook-centric approach to learning. The guidelines further read, “After students enter Grade 6, it is ideal to have a month-long, fun-filled series of games and activities that allow them to enjoy, interact, shed their inhibitions, speak to other students and teachers, play, and participate in simple projects (why not a treasure hunt!), etc..”
Objectives defined by the NECRT
The brigde programme is aimed at creating an engaging and lively classroom environment is critical for preparing both teachers and students for the implementation of the new syllabus and learning approach. The goal is to create an environment in which learning is interactive and playful, so that subjects are perceived as interconnected, as per the notice.
In order to achieve this, the notice says that students must be given enjoyable learning experiences. This includes activities that allow them to learn while playing, participate in discussions with their peers, and observe their environment.
During Bridge Month, teachers are encouraged to create lessons that promote active participation and exploration. Instead of relying solely on traditional teaching methods, interactive activities and group discussions can help students better understand and retain the material.
Furthermore it asserts that emphasising the interconnectedness of subjects can help students see the relevance and applicability of their knowledge across disciplines. “By incorporating multiple subjects into lessons and projects, students can gain a comprehensive understanding of concepts and develop critical thinking skills,” the notice read.
Teachers, parents and stake holders can check the material made available through this direct link.
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