The city schools are gearing up to conduct the second baseline test for Std I-VIII students, for first language and math. The maiden baseline test was successfully conducted across the state from September 14 to October 7, 2015. The exam is aimed to check whether the concepts taught to students in previous year are clear or not.
The Maharashtra State Council of Educational Research and Training (MSCERT) has sent a circular to the education departments of Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and North, South and West zone, to conduct the baseline test in July last week. The officials have been asked to make sure to be cautious with the examination material, as it is rainy season.
Uday Nare, a teacher at Andheri-based Hansraj Morarji Public School, said, "It is good that the examination is being conducted early this year. Teachers are wondering whether the question paper will be sent to the school in hand or online. We have also heard that from next year, the state board is thinking of including Std IX students for the baseline test, which is a great idea."
Prashant Redij, spokesperson of the Maharashtra Principals Association, said, "We are happy that this year, the baseline test is being conducted at the right time. Usually, unit tests are held in schools at this time. I feel schools should convey the message to parents that they need not worry about this test. It has been found that students perform well in this test."
