CBSE INITIATIVES

1. Aisha is reviewing various initiatives taken by the CBSE to implement Competency Focused Education (CFE) in schools. She comes across several programs aimed at enhancing educational quality. Which of the following initiatives is NOT part of the CBSE's efforts?

• Curricular Interventions

• Pedagogical Interventions

• Assessment Reforms

• Teacher Training Workshops

2. In a recent educational conference, a speaker discussed various approaches to teaching. One of the approaches mentioned was CFE. What does CFE stand for?

• Competency Focused Education

• Curriculum Focused Education

• Comprehensive Focused Education

• Central Focused Education

3. Where can teachers like Avani find resources such as lesson plans and competency frameworks developed by the CBSE for CFE?

• NCERT website

• CBSE CBE Micro website

• Diksha Portal

• National Repository of Open Educational Resources

4. During a school meeting, the principal asked the teachers which of the following resources developed by CBSE could help strengthen assessments and examinations. What do you think the teachers suggested?

• Exemplar Problems

• Question Bank

• Sample Question Papers

• All of the above

5. During a school science fair, students are encouraged to participate in various activities that enhance their understanding of science and foster a scientific mindset. Which student enrichment activity focuses on developing scientific temperament?

• National Science Olympiad

• National Children’s Science Congress

• CBSE Science Exhibition

• All of the above

6. During a recent educational conference, Mira presented a new initiative aimed at improving student learning outcomes. She explained that the initiative is known as SAFAL. What does SAFAL stand for?

• Structured Assessment for Analysing Learning

• System for Assessment and Facilitation of Learning

• Strategic Assessment for Analysing Learning Levels

• Simplified Assessment for Advanced Learning

7. In a school meeting, the principal discusses the new Holistic Progress Card (HPC) that will be implemented for students. What is the main objective of the Holistic Progress Card (HPC)?

• To assess academic performance only

• To provide a comprehensive picture of a student's progress

• To compare students based on marks

• To rank students based on their academic achievements

8. During a school board meeting, Avni presented a report on the importance of maintaining high standards in education. She emphasized the role of assessments in ensuring quality. What does SQAA stand for?

• School Quality Assessment and Assurance

• Student Quality Assessment and Assurance

• School Quality Advancement and Accreditation

• Systemic Quality Assessment and Accreditation

9. In a recent meeting, Vanya, a school administrator, asked, "What is the purpose of integrating SQAA with Affiliation?" The options discussed were:

• To increase the workload on schools

• To ensure quality education in schools

• To make the affiliation process more complex

• To reduce the autonomy of schools

10. Ria, a teacher at a local school, is discussing the recent changes in the education system with her colleagues. She mentions, "Which of these statements is TRUE about CBSE's systemic reforms?"

• CBSE encourages schools to visit the website regularly for updates.

• CBSE does not prioritize the use of technology in education.

• CBSE's initiatives are not aligned with NEP 2020 recommendations.

• CBSE discourages schools from adopting innovative teaching practices.