Why is it in the News?

The New Education Policy (NEP), established in 2020, proposed redesigning the assessment system of school students in India recently.

About the Holistic Progress Card (HPC):

• It Is Developed by Performance Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development (PARAKH), a standard-setting body under the NCERT.
• The Holistic Progress Card (HPC) marks a significant departure from traditional assessment methods for students in the foundational stage (Classes 1 and 2), preparatory stage (Classes 3 to 5), and middle stage (Classes 6 to 8), aligning with the recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

Key Features:

• Incorporates feedback from parents, classmates, and self-evaluation by students.
• Aims to provide a comprehensive view of students' academic performance, cognitive abilities, socio-emotional skills, and creativity during class activities.
• Aligns with the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE) to prioritize learner-centric evaluation.
• Emphasizes a shift from numerical grades to a 360-degree evaluation, focusing on students' active engagement in class activities and the demonstration of diverse skills and competencies.
• Enables teachers to identify students' strengths and weaknesses, fostering personalized support and intervention.
• Encourages students to reflect on their progress and set academic and personal goals, fostering self-awareness and accountability.
• Involves parents in the learning process, integrating their insights on homework, classroom engagement, and extracurricular activities.
• Includes peer evaluation, allowing students to assess their classmates' contributions to activities.

Benefits:

• Goes beyond numerical grades, providing descriptive and analytical evaluations that encompass academic achievements and critical skill development.
• Promotes a shift from summative to formative assessment, fostering competency-based evaluation and holistic growth.