CBSE Xth examination is slated to begin from March 10; students appearing for the examination must have geared themselves and getting ready for their first public examination. Here, The Pioneer brings some valuable suggestions for candidates from experts to deal with board exams pressure.
Having served for more than 10 years in educational field, AK Singh, Vice-Principal of Oxford Public School, in an interview suggests a few tips to combat the examination phobia. Excerpts:
Children go through immense pressure during their board exams. What is the main reason behindIJ
Balanced study throughout the year is must to combat pressure during examination. Kids must learn to gain knowledge and not just to bring good marks. On the other side, parents’ expectations are also too high in this competitive era which often puts pressure on children whereas social stigma and peer pressure are other reasons. To tackle the situation kids just need to focus and move ahead.
How students can just get rid of all kind of pressuresIJ
Kids must discuss issues disturbing them with atleast somebody in the family. Every student should enjoy the learning procedure. Students should never consider studies as burden. Here, teachers’ role is very significant; teachers must clear the concept of whatever subjects they are dealing with and must make subject mater interesting.
How family members can help the students in combating their examination phobiaIJ
Never blame kids for scoring low grades or compare him or her with others. Parents must ensure to keep their kids away from distractive activities and encourage them to take some constructive activities like sports, meditation or any hobby especially during the exams.
What kinds of strategies are required to score well in science subjects and mathematicsIJ
The only strategy to score well in these subjects is to keep the basic fundamental concept clear. Time management must be ensured while solving numerical. Regular practice must be ensured to score well in science subjects and mathematics.
Are counselling sessions helpful before examinationsIJ Does your school conduct any such counselling before examsIJ
Yes, counselling is immensely helpful. There are certain issues like social pressure, phobia, teenage problem which kids cannot discuss with their parents. At this stage counselling proves to be a boon, especially for students appearing in board exams. Every Saturday, the school management too conducts counselling for students at an appropriate gap period to keep the students motivated before exam.
Has the changed marking pattern in CBSE exams benefitted studentsIJ
To an extent, students have benefitted out of it. The CGPA (Cumulative Grade Points Average) has set equal level for all students. Moreover, the board keeps changing its pattern in accordance with time and its upto students how they tackle.