• Based on the Philosophy of Constructivism• Learner – centred, process – oriented• Activity – based and value oriented• Emphasis on learning outcomes• Ensure continuous and comprehensive

Evaluation• Integrates learning and assessment• Right based approach in Education• Mentoring, ICT and Inclusion

General Approach for VHSE Curriculum

• Focus on multiple skills• Work based pedagogy• Freedom to choose varied learning

strategies• Real learning environment• Emphasis on Developing entrepreneur

skills• In tune with national pattern

General Approach for VHSE Curriculum

Vocational Course Curriculum - Features

Elements Existing Restructured

Curriculum Developed in 1980’s

Specific focus to emerging skills of 21st century

Structure

Job Roles

2 Years together

Not defined

Modular Format(4 Modules)Job roles defined

Aim of the course

Vocation Focused, but not skill focused

Vocation focused / Focus on Multiple skills

Number of Courses

42 courses 35 courses

Employment

Focused on Govt. sector

Focused on govt. / organized/unorganised sector

Elements Existing Restructured

On the Job Training

•Duration – 16 days•No flexibility in selecting centers based on skills

•One month•Flexibility in skills , OJT center

Production Cum Training Centre

•Not compulsory•Not having formal system•Involvement of PTA in setting

• Mandatory•Structured system•Involvement of PPP/LSG/ Student AlumniStrong community linkage

Entrepreneurship Development

Focused on theory only

Importance given to practical skills

Instruction Materials

Insufficient for teachers/ students

Hand book for studentsTeacher source bookPractical manual , CCE manual, ICT Materials

Assessment CCEPractical Assessment at the end of each year of course

CCEPractical Assessment at the end of each module

Certification Single Academic Subjects certificate and Single trade certificate

Single Academic Subjects certificate , Single trade certificate and four skill certificates

Pedagogy and Teacher Development Programs

Role of teacher- As facilitator Class room based pedagogyNo industry linked empowerment

Role of teacher- As mentorWork based pedagogyIndustry linked teacher development programs

Other Features of Vocational Course Curriculum

Change in the syllabus 30% - 70%

Proportion of Theory & Practical in the Syllabus

30% - Theory70% - Practical

Concept of Finishing School

Initiative for launching finishing school for better employability

Revision for two Non-Vocational Subjects

1. Entrepreneurship development (existing GFC) – both name & syllabus

2. Management – Only syllabus