Choice based credit systems
Duration: 19 min
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This educational video provides a detailed lecture on the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) used in higher education. The instructor begins by defining CBCS as a system allowing students to select courses from core, soft skill, elective, or minor categories. The lecture explains that the system was introduced by the University Grants Commission (UGC) to offer flexibility and a student-centric learning platform. Key operational elements such as semesters, credit assignment, and credit transfer are discussed. The video further details the assessment methods, including comprehensive continuous assessment and a 10-point grading system. Finally, the instructor defines key terminology like academic year, credit point, grade point, and transcript to ensure clarity on the system's mechanics.
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0:00 – 2:00 00:00-02:00
The video opens with a slide titled 'CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM - CBCS' displayed in both English and Hindi. The text on the screen defines the system: 'The choice-based credit system is the one in which the students have a choice to select from the given courses offered in the institute.' The slide lists course types including 'core, soft skill, elective or minor courses' and notes that 'all courses do not carry the same weight.' The instructor stands beside the slide, introducing the concept. The text also mentions that courses can include anything from the core to soft skills, emphasizing the variety available to students.
2:00 – 5:00 02:00-05:00
The lecture progresses to the introduction and benefits of CBCS. The slide text states, 'Introduced by the University Grants Commission (UGC), the CBCS or Choice Based Credit System offers an effective learning platform for students by broadening the horizons of education.' The instructor points to the phrase 'student-centric course' on the screen, highlighting that the system allows flexibility. The text explains that students can choose 'interdisciplinary, intra-disciplinary and skill based courses' depending on their interests. The slide further mentions that subjects can be at a basic or advanced level, and instead of conventional marking, the system uses credits.
5:00 – 10:00 05:00-10:00
The topic shifts to 'How Does It Work?' with a new slide outlining basic elements. The first element is 'Semesters,' described as assessment done semester-wise with '15-18 weeks of academic work which is equal to 90 teaching days.' The instructor points to this section. The next element is 'Credit system,' where 'Each course is assigned a certain credit.' The slide explains that when a student passes a course, they earn credits based on that course. The third element is 'Credit transfer,' which allows students who cannot cope with the study load to study fewer courses and earn fewer credits, compensating for this in the next semester.
10:00 – 15:00 10:00-15:00
The lecture covers assessment and grading mechanisms. A slide titled 'Comprehensive continuous assessment' appears, stating, 'There is a continuous evaluation of the student not only by the teachers but also by the student himself.' The next section details 'Grading,' noting that 'UGC has introduced a 10-point grading system as follows.' The slide lists grades: 'O (Outstanding): 10', 'A+ (Excellent): 9', 'A (Very Good): 8', 'B+ (Good): 7', 'B (Above Average): 6', 'C (Average): 5', 'P (Passed): 4', 'F (Failed): 0', and 'Ab (Absent): 0'. The instructor points to the grading scale to emphasize the numerical weights.
15:00 – 18:38 15:00-18:38
The final section defines key terms. The slide is titled 'Definitions of Key Words'. It defines 'Academic Year' as 'Two consecutive (one odd + one even) semesters constitute one academic year.' It defines 'Credit Point' as 'the product of grade point and number of credits for a course.' The instructor points to 'Credit Point' and 'Grade Point' on the screen. 'Grade Point' is defined as 'a numerical weight allotted to each letter grade on a 10-point'. The slide also defines 'CBSS' (Credit Based Semester System) and 'Letter Grade' as an index of performance denoted by letters O, A+, A, B+, B, C, P and F.
The video systematically breaks down the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) from its foundational definition to its operational mechanics. It begins by establishing CBCS as a UGC-introduced, student-centric framework that offers flexibility through diverse course choices like core, elective, and skill-based modules. The lecture then details the structural elements, including semester durations, credit assignment, and transfer policies. Assessment is highlighted through continuous evaluation and a specific 10-point grading scale. The session concludes by clarifying essential terminology such as credit points, grade points, and academic years, ensuring students understand the quantitative and qualitative aspects of the system.