Introduction of Information Technology as a subject in 6th to 10th Standards
Posted on: 24/May/2017 3:25:36 PM
A brief on the press release by the Secretary of the Department of School Education.
A change in the syllabus is envisaged to introduce the subject of Information Technology in the classes from 6th Standard to 10th Standards as a part of the science subjects.
The following guidelines will be adopted in the changed syllabus:
- Education for creative learning and not rote learning
- Keeping the stress on the pleasant aspects and benefits of learning instead of creating tension, fear of failure, etc.
- The study of the ancient history and culture of Tamilians and instilling the pride on the arts and literature developed by them. Imparting self-confidence to learn and adapt Science and Technology.
- Emphasising that learning does not include only reading the school textbooks, but reading a wide range of books on other subjects as well.
- Creation of a series of mobile apps to encourage and facilitate e-teaching and e-learning and forming an integrated management platform for this.
