Education

05 Mar

Do Smart Classrooms Improve Learning?

AASOKAe-Learning, EdTech, Education, Parents, Schools, Teachers

Short answer: Yes, smart classrooms can improve learning when they are used with clear intent. They help students understand concepts better, stay engaged, and learn at their own pace. The impact, however, depends on how teachers use these tools in everyday teaching. What changes when a classroom becomes “smart” A…

03 Mar

CBSE Inter-Generational Bonding Activities

AASOKACBSE, Education, Schools, Students

Summary: CBSE has released a circular focusing on improving inter-generational bonds, i.e. between students and grandparents or senior citizens. This will help improve emotional learning among students and also teach them patience, resilience and kindness. In turn, it might lessen the feelings of isolation. Schools are asked to organise various…

24 Feb

What is CBSE Class 12 On-Screen Marking (OSM)?

AASOKACBSE, Education, Schools, Teachers

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has brought about major changes in evaluation for CBSE Class 12 Exams 2026. On-Screen Marking (OSM) has been introduced, marking a shift from physical checking of examination answer sheets to digital evaluation. This evaluation system will help teachers be more accurate, transparent and efficient…

05 Feb

Guide to the Holistic Progress Card (HPC) under NEP 2020

AASOKAEducation, NEP 2020, Schools, Teachers, Uncategorized

National Education Policy 2020 introduced the Holistic Progress Card (HPC) to understand and track the progress of students holistically. Schools often focus on just marks and at times, performance in sports. It proposed a different way of understanding student growth. As per the National Education Policy 2020, assessment must move…

30 Jan

What are the New UGC Equity Regulations 2026?

AASOKAEducation

Summary: UGC has released ‘Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions Regulations, 2026’ and made it mandatory for all higher education institutions (colleges and universities). This is aimed at preventing discrimination based on caste, religion, gender, language, region, and disability. The new regulations have given explicit direction of formation ofEqual…

28 Jan

What are Pramanas in NCF?

AASOKAEducation, Schools

Learning happens in many different ways. It includes reading, experimenting, writing, talking, watching and in many different ways. The National Curriculum Framework (NCF) talks about this idea using an old Indian concept called Pramanas. These are ways through which human beings gain knowledge. The NCF has included these to help…

24 Jan

International Letter Writing Competition 2026

AASOKACommunication Skill, Education, Govt. Programs, Students

Summary: Universal Postal Union (UPU) is organising an International Letter Writing Competition 2026 for students aged 9-15 of recognised schools. The theme for 2026 is ‘Write a letter to a friend about why human connection matters in a digital world.’ Not to mention, schools are requested to share the best…

20 Jan

AI Education From Class 3

AASOKA21st Century Skills, CBSE, Education, NEP 2020, Parents, Schools, Students

Quick Summary: Starting in the 2026-27 academic session, the Ministry of Education is introducing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Computational Thinking (CT) as a basic universal skill for Class 3 onwards. Aligned with NEP 2020, the curriculum focuses on logic, ethics, and "unplugged" learning rather than complex coding, preparing students to…

08 Jan

CBSE Additional Practice Papers for CBSE Board Exams 2026

AASOKACBSE, Education, Exam Tips, NEP 2020, Schools, Student Tips, Students, Teachers

Board exam preparation feels heavier every year. The syllabus is vast, and the questions now test how well you understand concepts, not how much you can memorise. Every Year, in the middle of the academic session, the Central Board of Education (CBSE) releases sample papers for classes 10 and 12.…

02 Jan

Rashtriya e-Pustakalaya: A Digital Library Initiative for Schools

AASOKACBSE, Education, Schools, Students, Teachers

What is Rashtriya e-Pustakalaya? Reading is a skill that is required by all children. It is a way for students to understand the world and develop thinking habits. Schoolbooks are important, but non-academic books give them a chance to explore, imagine, and enjoy the world around them. The Ministry of…