Despite the growing competition globally, the school education in Bhopal is going on same traditional path. On the contrary, Worldwide, more weightage is being given to learning than marks. There are only four schools of the State Capital that have so far adopted international curriculum for better learning and understanding making students ‘book free’.
From Switzerland’s curriculum International Baccalaureate (IB) to CISCE and Cambridge boards have been introduced by city schools. Schools like Mount Carmel, Billabong High International and The Sanskar Valley in Bhopal have adopted CISCE board whereas Eastern Public School is only one school in city which has adopted IB curriculum and Cambridge board.
Unlike the traditional form of learning, these curriculums and boards focus on lifelong learning pattern. Interestingly, it does not totally depend on pen and paper format rather it encourages researched-based-learning and practical working. Interestingly, to plan a better education future for children, parents are turning towards these curriculums.
About International Baccalaureate (IB)
The International Baccalaureate has no prescribed textbooks and has a lot of freedom in learning. The focus of curriculum is on analytical skills, language, arts and humanities and is more on applied knowledge instead of rote learning. Besides, the Diploma Programme (DP) core consists of extended essay, creative/action/service project and theory of knowledge. Interestingly, IB is not aligned to local entrance exam content.
The students from IB World School can also apply in foreign universities where Indian curriculum is not allowed.
Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) are major levels of IB World School.
About Council for Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (CICSE)
In CICSE, Indian Certificate Secondary Education (ICSE) is held for class 10 and Indian School Certificate (ISC) is held for class 12. Interestingly, there is minimal homework given to students under CICSE board. There is more focus on applied knowledge rather than rote learning. Besides, there is an equal focus on language, art and science. The students are also free to choose the books of their choice.
About Cambridge International
It is also considered a very tough and demanding curriculum, as it has been developed by the University of Cambridge. It emphasizes the development of the knowledge base of students rather than their marks. Assessments are designed such as to evaluate students’ oral and problem-solving skills too, in addition to the written examinations.
Experts Speaks
Coordinator of Primary Years Programme (PYP) Humera Riyaz at EPS IB World School said, “At this time when globalization is increasing and there is head-to-head competition among students then parents and teachers should bring out intellectuals from each individual. It is time to prepare students for a practical world.”
Senior educationist Sujata lakhani said, “School plays an important role in creating a personality of a student. So these innovative ways are definitely helping the students to learn how to hold your head on your shoulders and learn to deal with failures.”