CBSE Introduces "Learning From Practitioners" Program for Teachers

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has launched the "Learning from Practitioners" programme, which allows teachers to undertake action research. Teachers from CBSE-affiliated schools can apply to participate in the programme. Applicants must have piloted/tested/researched key practise challenges/problems in education/schooling. CBSE will select and support the best innovations with a grant and a mentorship network, according to the board.

Aspirant/interested teachers of all schools affiliated by the Board are required to submit their proposals in the below link: https://forms.gle/jkeLMTbam1Ho8Gmr8 latest by 31st August, 2022. This form can only be filled by using CBSE digital edu id.

The selected applicants will be given a fixed grant of Rs 25,000 in three instalments over a period of 1 year.

A network of experienced practitioners and educators will mentor the finalists. Finalists will join a community of committed individuals who will serve as a platform for idea exchange and learning.

Eligibility:

● All CBSE-affiliated faculty and staff are eligible to apply.

● Proposals that address the subject level, grade/learning stage, school and governance level, community, teacher training can be submitted.

● Preference will be given to proposals that are directly in alignment with National Education Policy, 2020.

● Each applicant can only apply for 1 grant a year.

● A group of applicants can also apply together. Maximum group members allowed are 4.

● Finalists cannot apply for the same project next year.

● The applicant has to apply for their own project, they cannot be nominated by someone else for the grant.

● The application can be submitted in English or Hindi.