CBSE Class 12 Evaluation Controversy: TGTs Blamed for Grading Errors
CBSE Class 12 Row: TGTs checked papers, leading to errors, says DPA
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The Delhi Parents Association has raised concerns over discrepancies in Class 12 answer sheet evaluations, claiming that Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs) graded papers instead of Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) due to a staffing shortage. This has led to lower marks for students and widespread dissatisfaction with the On-Screen Marking portal.
- 01Aparajita Gautam of the Delhi Parents Association stated that TGTs, who typically teach lower classes, evaluated Class 12 answer sheets, potentially misunderstanding the marking scheme.
- 02The On-Screen Marking (OSM) portal has been criticized for shortcomings, affecting students' results and causing stress for families focused on competitive exams like JEE and NEET.
- 03Gautam believes the number of complaints regarding the evaluation process is significantly higher than the official figure of 6.5 lakh students.
- 04Many students from rural areas lack the resources to navigate the OSM system effectively, compounding their difficulties.
- 05The training provided to teachers for using the OSM was inadequate, with no follow-up checks to ensure they were prepared.
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The Delhi Parents Association (DPA) has highlighted significant issues in the evaluation of Class 12 answer sheets, claiming that Trained Graduate Teachers (TGTs) were responsible for grading due to a shortage of Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs). DPA representative Aparajita Gautam stated that TGTs, who typically teach students from Class 6 to Class 10, may not have fully grasped the marking scheme, resulting in lower marks for students. The On-Screen Marking (OSM) portal has also drawn criticism for its shortcomings, leaving many students and parents disappointed as they prepare for competitive exams like the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) and the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). Gautam noted that the number of complaints may exceed the reported 6.5 lakh, especially among rural students who face additional challenges. She emphasized that the training for teachers was rushed and lacked necessary follow-up, raising concerns about the evaluation process's integrity. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is under increasing pressure to address these issues.
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The evaluation discrepancies could significantly affect students' futures, particularly those aiming for competitive exams.
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