Fair, future-ready, competency-based assessments sound great..until you’re the one planning them. CBSE’s competency-based vision is inspiring, but turning policy into practice? That’s where the real challenge lies for both schools and teachers.
Teachers today are expected to create fair, skill-focused evaluations. But balancing that with daily workload? Not easy. That’s why Extramarks brings you Extra Intelligence, an AI-powered tool built to make NEP mandates simpler than ever.
Think of it as your personal co-pilot that offers an Objective-to-Subjective Question Converter for dynamic paper setting, Power Questions designed to make exams cheat-proof, and AI-driven Subjective Answer Evaluations to ensure fair and unbiased grading.
It’s everything you need to stay ahead of CBSE’s changes, minus the stress. Want to explore smart hacks that simplify competency-based assessments? Dive right in!
With NEP’s spotlight on competency-based assessments, CBSE teachers are rethinking lesson plans, integrating real-world activities, and tracking learning outcomes, all while managing packed schedules. The shift promises deeper learning but also means extra planning, more grading, and constant customization.
Let’s look at four practical strategies that will help make competency-based assessments a reality in your classroom:
Reverse-Engineer Your Lesson Goals
Start with the end in mind. Identify what competencies students must master by the end of the unit, then plan lessons backwards to meet those outcomes. With Extra Intelligence's 'Lesson Planning' feature, you can easily structure activities and assessments that drive students toward the intended learning outcome.
Adopt Hybrid Assessment Models
Mix formative and summative assessments to track progress continuously while still measuring final mastery. Combine quizzes, projects, and reflective tasks for a fuller picture of student growth. Hybrid models reduce pressure on single exams and encourage students to engage meaningfully throughout the learning process.
Use Tech Tools for Smarter Planning
The right tech tools can simplify competency-based planning by automating tedious tasks like question creation, lesson alignment, and even subjective evaluations. This frees up time to focus on teaching, not paperwork.
With Extra Intelligence, you get AI-powered support to convert questions, design outcome-focused assessments, and evaluate fairly, making CBSE’s competency mandate achievable without adding extra workload.
Blend Activities with Real-World Relevance
Ground your assessments in scenarios students encounter beyond textbooks like budgeting, problem-solving, or teamwork exercises. Real-world tasks make learning more meaningful and ensure competencies transfer to life outside the classroom.
This CBSE shift may feel big, but it doesn’t have to feel heavy. With clear goals and creative approaches, teachers can lead this change and transform assessments one step at a time. With Extra Intelligence, this shift becomes easier, offering teachers powerful tools and features - all in one place.
