Schools

11 Apr

Lesson Plans for Teachers with AASOKA

To many, a teacher’s job seems deceptively simple. Come to class, read the books to teach, make question papers and grade answer sheets. These are some common biases and stereotypes that are associated with being a teacher. What people fail to realize is that teachers don’t just read out loud…

04 Apr

5 School Communication Strategies That Actually Work

AASOKASchools, Teachers

Good communication makes a school run smoothly. When teachers, parents, and students understand what is happening, problems reduce and trust grows. Many schools try different methods, but only a few school communication strategies hold up in real situations. The school communication strategies below are simple, practical, and easy for any…

24 Mar

Best way to use smart classrooms

AASOKAAASOKA, EdTech, School Owner, Schools, Teachers

Smart classrooms are becoming common in schools across India. But just having a smart board or digital content does not improve learning on its own. I’ve seen classrooms with all the right tools still struggle to keep students engaged. At the same time, some teachers use basic features and get…

17 Mar

CBSE Foundational Learning Study (FLS) 2026 by PARAKH

AASOKACBSE, NEP 2020, Research, School Owner, Schools, Teachers

Basic reading, writing and mathematics are the foundation of a child's academic journey. For children, it becomes important for them to develop these skills and become prepared to learn different subjects, think critically and build confidence. To promote these skills, NIPUN Bharat Mission was launched to attain universal foundational literacy…

10 Mar

CBSE Social Emotional Learning Initiative

AASOKACBSE, Parents, Schools, Students, Teachers

Schools today are realising the importance of mental health and are actively making social emotional learning a part of their curriculum. This is an important part of schools supporting the students. In this high pressure and competitive world fueled by social media, students are more prone to issues related to…

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…

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…