‘Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire’ - William Butler Yeats

In a captivating two-day workshop titled ‘Unpacking Competency-Based Assessment’ at Whitefield Global, distinguished educators, Dr. Nandan Kumar, Ms. Reshma, and Ms. Ahana Das, spearheaded a comprehensive exploration into the intricacies of assessment methodologies.

Day one of the workshop commenced with an exploration into the essence of assessment, its pivotal role in nurturing educational excellence, and the bedrock principles of competency-based assessment. Delving deeper, participants were immersed in discerning the fine art of crafting test items of unparalleled quality, alongside the intricate nuances of marking schemes. The day concluded with a harmonious group endeavour, synthesizing newfound knowledge into practical applications.

The second workshop day started with the radiant presentations of day one's endeavours, followed by an exchange of feedback and dialogue, meticulously refining each facet. Topics spanned the vistas of competency within the contours of NCF under NEP 2020, diverse assessment modalities, and the profound artistry of rubric construction.

The workshop, adorned with vivid real-life vignettes and engaging anecdotes, imbued participants with a tapestry of insights, ensuring they departed well-armed to weave the fabric of educational excellence in the forthcoming academic odyssey.