NEWS – Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) unveils the National Curriculum for Early Childhood Care and Education 2024 titled ‘Aadharshila’.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Curriculum Details:
  • ‘Aadharshila’ is a 48-week curriculum aligned with the National Education Policy 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework.
  • Designed for learning in the age group of three to six years within anganwadis.
• Purpose and Importance:
  • Aims to address concerns about children progressing through the education system without fundamental skills like reading and writing, potentially hindering their overall learning abilities.
  • Based on longitudinal research indicating the benefits of early childhood education, including academic and psychosocial development.
• Curriculum Structure:
  • Weekly play calendar featuring initiation activities, exploration, free play, conversations, creation, appreciation, and reflection.
  • Activities include storytelling, rhymes, arts, crafts, and observation of children’s performance.
• Developmental Focus:
  • Focuses on key areas such as listening skills, vocabulary building, imagination, following instructions, social development, and self-esteem.
  • Aims to facilitate a smooth transition into Grade 1 by equipping children with foundational skills and confidence.