Academic Support Programme
Why in News?
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), in collaboration with the Government of the Union Territory of Ladakh, has launched a month-long, in-person Academic Support Programme for students of Classes X and XII studying in government schools across Ladakh. The programme began on 14 September 2026 and will continue until 14 October 2026.
Objectives
- Board Exam Readiness: The primary aim is to strengthen students' preparedness for the upcoming CBSE Board Examinations.
- Conceptual Clarity: Focuses heavily on strengthening conceptual understanding and addressing specific learning gaps in foundational subjects.
- Boosting Learning Outcomes: Aims to directly elevate the pass percentages and educational performance indicators for government schools in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
Key Elements of the Sessions
- Exam Techniques: Rather than just standard teaching, sessions train students in strategic examination techniques and approaches to answering board-level questions.
- Assessment Frameworks: Students are familiarised with marking schemes, internal assessment formats, and what evaluators look for.
- Time Management: Dedicated modules guide students on how to effectively distribute time across various sections during the actual test hours.
- Expert Nationwide Faculty: More than 250 experienced teachers and resource persons from premier CBSE-affiliated schools across India have been nominated.
- On-Ground Guidance: These experts have travelled to the respective high-altitude nodes to deliver direct, classroom-based, interactive learning.
