NCERT Launches 'Kaveri': New Class 9 English Textbook Focuses on India
NCERT introduces 'Kaveri,' a new Class 9 English textbook with an Indian focus.
Top Summary
- What happened: NCERT has released 'Kaveri,' a new English textbook for Class 9, emphasizing Indian writers and the Indian Knowledge System.
- Why it matters: The new textbook aims to provide students with culturally relevant content rooted in Indian heritage.
- What changes: 'Kaveri' replaces the previous Class 9 English textbooks, 'Beehive' and 'Moments.'
- Who is affected: Class 9 students and teachers using NCERT English textbooks.
New Textbook: 'Kaveri'
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has launched 'Kaveri' as the new English textbook for Class 9.
This new textbook places a greater emphasis on Indian writers and elements of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), according to news agency, PTI.
Curriculum Framework
'Kaveri' was prepared under the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023.
It represents a shift in curriculum towards a more localized and culturally relevant education.
Replacement of Previous Textbooks
The new textbook replaces the earlier textbooks 'Beehive' and 'Moments.'
Students will no longer be using these previous editions.
What to Watch Next
Future developments may include teacher training programs to support the implementation of the new curriculum and further updates to textbooks for other classes under the NCF-SE 2023. Monitor NCERT announcements for updates and resources related to 'Kaveri.'