Education Ministry Reforms Elementary School Assessments, Introduces Process-Oriented Learning

Education Ministry reforms 2024-2025: Exams replaced by continuous assessments, focus on skill development, creativity, and student well-being; mobile phones still banned.

on Aug 16, 2024

Education ministry reforms school assessments

The Education Ministry has announced significant changes for the 2024-2025 academic year, eliminating traditional result-based assessments and exams for elementary school students. Instead, the new guidelines emphasize process-oriented learning activities, with continuous monitoring of students' academic and social development through tailored assessment tools, rather than conventional exam methods.

This shift applies to all forms of exams, including practice, screening, and readiness tests. The ministry’s approach aims to foster a more holistic educational experience, prioritizing skill development and student well-being.

Additionally, craft workshops, which were successfully introduced over the summer, will now be extended to secondary schools. These workshops are designed to enhance students' motor skills, self-confidence, and creativity by allowing them to participate in activities that align with their interests after school hours.

Students will also be given more autonomy in their education, with the option to choose elective courses that match their preferences, skills, and interests. To support this, the ministry has instructed governor's offices nationwide to ensure that schools do not pressure students into purchasing additional resources beyond those provided free of charge by the ministry.

The upcoming academic year, starting on September 9, will also see the continuation of the policy prohibiting mobile phones in classrooms. Parents will be kept informed of school activities through digital bulletins, ensuring transparency and engagement in their children's education.