CURRICULUM

The PSSEMR School focuses on the process of experiential learning with guided reflection for a heightened self-awareness. We design and conduct customized development programs to provide individual and group assessments and follow up with remedial follow-up training. The fundamental ideals of our school curriculum derive its power, by keeping up with the trends in 21st century and educational transformations across the globe. One of the basic aims of education is to nurture the learner’s mind and strong value-driven character, which helps the student in the progression of his/her career motive.

PRIMARY SECTION (I-V)

Students at this phase are freshly exposed to new concepts of education through which their intellect and creativity are garnered. Hands-on and immersive method of teaching is adopted; Personality and skill development is given more prominence at this stage. The subjects offered at this level are English communicative, Hindi course B, Kannada, Sanskrit(II Lang), Hindi, Kannada, (III Lang from V onwards)  Science, Social Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Art & Craft, Music, Dance and Physical education. Life skill and Co Curricular activities inculcate high spirit, healthy competition and moral values among the students. Continuous and Comprehensive evaluation is adopted at this stage as per CBSE instruction on 5 scale grading system.

MIDDLE SCHOOL (VI-VIII)

At this phase of education, students are equipped with abundant knowledge to identify their strengths and weaknesses while exposing them to various challenges in academics and sports. Shift is towards experimental and collaborative learning. The subjects offered at this stage are English communicative, Hindi course B, Kannada, Sanskrit (II Lang), Hindi, Kannada and Sanskrit (III Lang) Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Computer Science, Dance and music, Art and craft, Physical education etc. Life skills along with Co-Curricular activities inculcate competitive spirit among the students. Continuous comprehensive valuation is carried out on 7 point grading scale as per CBSE guidelines.

SECONDARY LEVEL (IX-X)

At this phase students are encouraged to be self-directed, self-reliant, resourceful and confident. The curriculum is more comprehensive at this stage. The subjects offered at this level are English Literature, Hindi Course B, Kannada, and Sanskrit (II Lang), Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Computer Science, Art &Craft, Music, dance, and physical education. Along with academics life skill and co-curricular activities supplement the curriculum which gives the students an opportunity to ascertain their talents in various fields. The evaluation is strictly as per Board guidelines on 9 scale grading.

Subject offered at CBSE School –

• Languages – English, Kannada, Hindi and Sanskrit
• Mathematics (Basic and Standard levels), Vedic Mathematics
• Science (Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Studies and Biology)
• Social Studies (History, Civics, Geography and Economics)
• ICT
• Physical and Mental fitness (Yoga, Karate, Gym, Scouts & Guides, NCC and NSS)
• Olympiad and foundation courses (English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Logical reasoning, mental ability, cyber and general knowledge)
• Value and Moral Education
• Health and Hygiene
• Subsidiary subjects (Indian Constitution and Consumer rights, Legal aptitude, Parliamentary Process, Accounting / Finance / Banking, Renewable Energy, International Polity & Diplomacy)
• Special training to students on Sunday – ( MUN (Model United Nations) Digital Marketing / Blog Writing, Social Media Management, 3D Printing / Modelling, Young Scientist Program, You tubing, Adventure games)
• Value added Education (First aid, Fire safety, Public speaking, Health & Hygiene, Spoken English, Life Skills, Current affairs, Moral / Value Education)
• Technology Education (Artificial Intelligence/Robotics, Ethical Hacking & Cyber Security, Big data / Hadoop, Space Studies, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, Internet of things)
• Co-scholastic (Physical Education and Training, Library, Computer Science, Music, Dance, Art)
• Exams preparations (ASSET, PISA, IIT /NEET Foundations, NTSE / MTSE, Olympiads, Spell BEE, CPT / CLAT foundations)

PRINCIPLES OF TEACHING AND LEARNING

School understands the importance of continuous learning and continuous evaluation. The school follows learn by doing methodology and thus the classes are activity based. The school follows a unique, customized, precise revision plan designed to cater to the varied needs of every child. Learning process involves learners therefore teaching is learner centric. Learning is a process that involves a range of physical and human resources. Student learning is a shared responsibility of the staff, parent and the learner. We understand the importance of educating all the stakeholders who work closely with students. The teaching  and  learning  at  PSSEMR School and College  caters  to  the  needs  of  diverse  learnerssupported by a developed learning support department (Academic Council). The policy is in alignment with vision, mission and objectives of the school and endeavours to empower the learning community of the school with holistic learning, thereby raising the standard and quality of teaching in a congenial atmosphere which is growing, developing and evolving, in a safe, caring environment, holding onto strong human values.

We aim to provide:

Learning Environment – Nurturing learners in a positive, supportive, safe and secure environment, imparting a strong value system to help them build a culture of acceptance/openness.

Educational plans – Developing a strong lesson plan to disseminate day to day teaching that helps learners imbibe the qualities and skills to make the child future ready. Learning   must   provide   learners   with   rich   and   diverse   frameworks   and experiences to acquire, develop and apply a vast range of knowledge, skills and concepts.

Empowering learners- Learners embark on the learning journey, where teachers are mere facilitators in facilitating the learning process of the learners. The learners areopen to approaching unfamiliar situations and new learning when adequate support and resources are provided. This helps them to explore, experience, analyse and present their perspectives.

Experiential and Inquiry based learning- Experiential learning or activity based learning is one of the key aspects to meet the needs of every learner. We must encourage inquisitive learning that makes the child inquire into the what, how, why and what next of all that is presented to them.

Student needs- an effective system must understand that each individual learns differently, hence, the need to design a curriculum that caters to the needs of every learner. A curriculum that is differentiated at the planning, implementing and assessing levels, allowing  the learners  with  different  learning  strengths such as – kinaesthetic, visual, inter-personal, logical and linguistic, to help learners attain their personal goals.

Holistic development – The focus of the school is to encourage active participation in both scholastic and co-scholastic activities. Co-scholastic integration into academics coupled with value education, internationalism and cultural diversity makes children enjoy learning alongside respecting various cultures while being rooted in their own.

Spiritual and moral education- In the changing world, learners need to have not only a strong body, but a strong mind and to have a strong moral sense. Learners need to develop enduring values of morality, integrity, acceptance, equality, respect and open-mindedness.

Instils responsibility – Learners of today are responsible for the world tomorrow. A responsible child makes the world a better place to live. The outcome of a child’s learning is visible through its actions, therefore our learning process is a culmination of academics with values that instill responsibility.

Approaches to Teaching and Learning (ATL):

• Approaches to teaching to learning are grounded in the following belief that are fundamental to student’s education;
• Learn how to teach
• Learn how to learn
• The approach involves the following parameters;
• Teacher
• Teaching attributes
• Lesson Plan
• Learner
• Learning skills
• Reflective learning
• Transdisciplinary approach to learning
• Collaboration
• Usage of ICT in the classroom