Higher Secondary Stage

 AS STAGE OF MAXIMUM COMPETITION/CHALLENGE

Today's world is not the same static phenomenon of Ester year. The knowledge has been exploding at an unbelievable pace. There is a tough competition in every sphere of life including education, especially after +2 stage. Learning is not confined to classroom only. Trend for de- schooling has taken a root in the system which  should be a de-rooted immediately for healthy growth of the school system. Fast growth of electronic technology and mass media has added another dimension of learning. Use of TV, computer,internet and Multimedia for educative and other purposes is unprecedented.

The emerging capabilities in instant storing and retrieval of information has given a boost to self-learning. These have become assets for those who can afford them and have aptitude for those learning. Also gaps between institutions which have these facilities and which do not have is also widening. Equality with excellence is not more valid in such situations. There is perceptible changes in socio-educational climate of the country. Emergence of a growth affluent middle class eager to spend money for good education to their wards, has added another dimension to the total teaching-learning scenario and also a sort of challenge for those who can't afford to do the same. It is an accepted fact that those who can afford to send their wards to private coaching institutions are probably in position to stand in the present day's competition. This has shaken the very foundation and philosophy of school education and has thrown a challenge before all of us. Therefore, this is the high time when we should look in totality and strengthen foundation of school education and at the same time provide all those necessary quantum of learning experiences as are needed for providing diversity and flexibility in school system and promote an appropriate linkage between higher secondary and tertiary levels. While the top leadership will be provided by a small ministry, to be groomed at second or intermediate level of leadership on a much widget scale will have to be provided by the products of the higher secondary stage. They are expected to make a meaningful contribution to our development efforts in agriculture, industry, business and various other social services. The wage employment in the organized sector which is available only to about 15% at present  in not likely to increase appreciably. Hence, the product of this stage must be fully equipped with basic knowledge skills, attitudes and entrepreneurship so that they can qualify themselves for self-employment as well.

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