NCERT Alternative Academic Calendar for Upper Primary Students - Summary
In the current Covid-19 pandemic, it is essential to provide Upper Primary students with effective learning alternatives at home. Our teachers, parents, and students must adapt to this situation and find exciting ways to continue their education. The NCERT has created an Alternative Academic Calendar specifically designed for Upper Primary students to help maintain learning continuity during these challenging times.
Understanding the Alternative Academic Calendar
This calendar features topics from the syllabus that are tied closely to learning outcomes. It provides guidelines for conducting engaging activities that meet these learning goals. Many teachers and parents may only have basic mobile phones available, and not all have access to virtual classrooms. Therefore, the activities are created so that parents and students can carry them out independently after discussing with teachers over the phone.
Engaging Learning Activities
Teachers can connect with parents and students using various tools, from simple mobile phones to internet-based technologies. This enables them to give proper guidance on how to perform the activities suggested in the calendar. The flexibility of this calendar allows teachers to adjust it according to the unique needs of their State or Union Territory.
Developed by dedicated faculty members from all NCERT’s units, including NIE, CIET, PSSCIVE, and the five RIEs, this Alternative Academic Calendar was created through collaborative online platforms such as WhatsApp, Google Hangout, Zoom, and others. Their hard work and effort during this time are truly commendable.
To access the Alternative Academic Calendar for Upper Primary (Class 6-8) Students, download the PDF from the link provided below or read it online to explore the innovative educational paths available.