Conference Launches Higher Secondary Curriculum Overhaul

Speedy Summary

• The General Education department in kerala is organizing a public conference on Friday at tagore Theater to gather feedback adn hold discussions regarding the revision of higher secondary curriculum.
• The discussion involves stakeholders such as students, teachers’ organizations, academics, education officers, and members of the public.
• State-level inauguration will be performed by Kerala’s Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal, with General Education Minister V. Sivankutty presiding over the event.Notable speakers include V.K.Ramachandran from the Kerala State Planning Board and SCERT Director Jayaprakash R.K.
• SCERT textbooks for Classes I to X have already been revised; the focus now shifts toward revising higher secondary level publications by SCERT while NCERT textbooks remain unchanged until further updates.
• 44 NCERT titles currently used in higher secondary education will continue alongside 80 SCERT titles slated for revision. These revisions include subjects like languages (English,Hindi,Tamil),Journalism,Ideology,Home Science,Music,foreign languages such as French and German among others.

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Indian Opinion analysis

Kerala’s initiative to revise its higher secondary curriculum follows its successful efforts at lower grade levels and reflects an adaptive response to evolving educational needs locally and nationally. Balancing state-level updates with continued usage of NCERT materials highlights a pragmatic approach that aligns regional educational priorities within national frameworks.

Incorporating public consultation ensures inclusivity in decision-making while fostering clarity in shaping curricula more attuned to students’ needs. As these changes influence both foundational learning during school education and preparation for advanced studies or careers later on-this process could considerably enhance academic outcomes if effectively designed and implemented.Read more