NCERT’s Interactive and Flexible Teaching of Science Course
NCERT, an apex organization for Educational Research, Teacher Training and Development of Curriculum and Instructional material in school education, has launched an Online Diploma Course in “Teaching of Science at Middle Stage” a Diploma course primarily for school teachers dealing in the same area. Read Details
WHAT IS THIS COURSE ABOUT?
A MOOC for science teachers- This is a completely online course, primarily aimed for teachers dealing with Science at the middle level (classes 6-8) in schools. The purpose of this course is to help in professional development of a large number of pre-service and in-service teachers to become reflective and competent practitioners.
The course consists of multimedia based interactive learning materials. The course provides in-depth yet flexible learning opportunities to anyone interested in teaching-learning of science at middle level. Each module starts from the basics and attempts to develop learner’s understanding upto a significant conceptual depth.
NOTE: NCERT does not claim this course to be equivalent to any other course required as a qualification for teacher’s appointment. This is purely an academic course and cannot be claimed for any exemption.
IS THERE ANY FEE TO BE PAID?
Yes, there is a onetime enrollment fee of Rs. 2000. There is no other fee involved. The mode of payment is ONLINE ONLY.
WHO CAN ENROLL?
Candidates having Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree and In-service teachers teaching science for classes 6-8 across the country OR Having diploma or degree in education OR Pre-service teachers pursuing their diploma or degree in education OR Any other individual directly involved in science education.
HOW TO ENROLL IN THIS COURSE?
Go to PAY FEE ONLINE page and make a payment of Rs. 2000 using the link provided. Within a week after making payment, you will receive an ‘Invitation’ email from NCERTX. Follow the instructions given in the email to complete the enrollment process. The last date for enrollment is 19thOctober, 2024. Kindly, use same email ID everywhere.
HOW TO GO THROUGH THE COURSE?
Online 24×7- Using a laptop/desktop computer with internet connectivity, the enrolled participant can sign in (using his/her registered email ID and password) to his/her account on ncertx.in platform and access the course. It can be accessed from any place, 24×7 during the course run period.
WHAT IS THE DURATION OF THIS COURSE?
40 Weeks- The course will start from 21st October, 2024 and tentatively end on 10th August, 2025. The course consists of 40 modules. On an average, each module can be completed in 8-10 hours. Every Monday, a new module will be opened and it is to be completed in a week. All the modules along with the final exam are to be completed in 40 weeks.
WHAT IS THE ASSESSMENT METHOD?
40 end of module tests and a Final exam- There is an objective test at the end of each module. It will be opened with its respective module for 15 days. Learners can appear for these tests as per their convenience within 15 days. There is a final exam at the end of course. Those learners who complete all the modules and appear in all the 40 tests will be allowed to appear for this final exam. It will be a timed exam and the date will be announced in advance.
WHO WILL AWARD DIPLOMA?
NCERT- On successful completion, NCERT will award an e-certificate for “Teaching of Science at Middle Stage”.
Registration link : ncertx.in/about | For details visit : ncertx.in
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