department of curriculum planning development

Department of Curriculum Planning

& Development

APSACS Academic Package Booklet

Session 2021-2022

Army Public Schools & Colleges System Secretariat

APSACS Academic Package

Table of Contents

Sr. # Description Pg #

1. Department of Curriculum Planning & Development 01

2. Department of Assessment & Examination 06

3. Department of Training & Evaluation 10

4. Department of Research & Quality Assurance 16

5. Department of Computer Research & Resource 20

6. Department of Information Technology 24

Department of Curriculum Planning & Development

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APSACS Academic Package 2021-2022

Department of Curriculum Planning and Development

General Instructions All previous instructions regarding Quaid’s Corner, Display of National and House Flags are to be strictly followed. Following is mandatory for all Schools, staff & students (Ref. COAS Directive):

a. Singing of the National Anthem in the Morning /Class Assemblies

b. Flag Pins to be worn by all staff members on the left hand side.

1. Details of additions, updates & modification in the Curriculum Academic Package have

been reflected in:

a. Syllabi Break Ups

b. Syllabus Implementation Guide 2021-2022

c. Management and Facilitation Booklet 2021-2022

2. 26 x Academic Calendars have been prepared;only week wise summary of Academic

Calendar will be uploaded. Calendars will not be dispatched to schools in printed form.

Academic Session 2021-2022 will be divided as follows:

Terms Number of Rounds Teaching Time / Block

1st Term Round I Round II

6 x weeks 6 x weeks

2nd Term Round III

Round IV

6 x weeks

6 x weeks

Note: No AFL days till Cl VII.

3. Following concepts have been introduced from the Academic Session 2021-2022

(Ref: Syllabus Implementation Guide) a. Online Assignments

b. Decision Making

c. Life Skills Based Education (LSBE)

d. Blended Learning (Hybrid Model)

e. Computer Aided Design (CAD)

f. Tajweed

g. Religious Education

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4. Changed Preschool Class Titles are applicable wherever required. Sr. # Previous Class Title New Class Title

1 Playgroup Early Years Stage 1

2 KG Early Years Stage 2

3 Preparatory Pre-1

5. All academic planning will be uploaded on APSACS official Website to facilitate the

school management. It is to be noted that all planning is subject to: NCOC Directive & Governing Body. a. Teachers’ Preparation Days

b. Online Orientation Day for Parents: Regional Director to form a School Committee

comprising of the Schools in the Region to:

i. identify and introduce individual schools

ii. share the highlights of APSACS Academic Package Session 2021-2022

iii. the CD of the slide show to be shared with the Secretariat

6. Coordination Meetings for All Levels: (Ref. Instructions in the Subject Coordination

Folder)

a. Mega Coordination Meeting

b. Term Coordination Meeting

c. Weekly Coordination Meeting

Agenda Points for Mega & Term Coordination Meetings: a. Online Assignment (e-assignments) added in the CW / HW column in

Coordination Meeting Proforma

b. NOC Stamp by NCC is mandatory on all recommended Textbooks ( Pre 1–Cl V)

c. In case of school closure / or non availability of textbooks, first few chapters

for each subject will be uploaded on AIS and attached with every Syllabi.

d. Teaching of Arabic has been discontinued; Arabic teachers to be utilized for

teaching of Tajweed e. For SSC and HSSC updates; follow the notifications on FBISE website

f. For O and A Level updates; follow the notifications on Cambridge website

g. Changes in Period Allocation : (Ref : Period Allocation Document)

(1) Computer Science (Cl I-III): 02 x Periods to be taught as a separate subject.

(2) Waqfiat - e- Aama / General Knowledge (Cl I-III): 04 x Periods to be taught

as a separate subject

(3) Islamiat (Cl I-V) 3 x Periods allocated

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(4) Tajweed (Cl I-V) 2 x Periods allocated

h. CCA Period Utilization: (Ref: Period Allocation Document):

(1) For Cl I-III: weekly CCA Period will continue

(2) For Cl IV & V: Zero Period will be utilized for Tajweed

(3) For Cl VI & VII: Zero Period will be utilized for Geography

i. List of new Textbooks and Teachers’ Guides in APSACS Booklist (Ref :

Management and Facilitation Booklet)

In the light of SNC 2020 the following new textbooks (Cl I-V) developed by NCC.

Sr. # Subject New Textbook Titles Class 1. Urdu

Model Darsi Kitab Urdu

I-V

Islamiyat .2 )� ��2020ں �� ب (�ڈل در� �ب ا��ت & Tajweed

��ڈل در� �ب � �ہ � ان ) �ا�ن �� (� )� ��2020 �ں �� ب(

I-V

New textbooks have been included in APSACS Booklist:

3. Reader The Tale of Peter Rabbit

(Ladybird Readers)

Pre 1

4. Reader Where the Animals Live (Ladybird )

II

5. Reader Robinson Crusoe (Top Reader)

VII

6. Waqfiat–e-Aama (G K)

Kia, Keisy aor Kyun? I-III

7. Computer Studies

Go Techno I-III

Adventures in Science Textbook

IV, V

8. Science

Adventures in Science Workbook

9. Teacher’s Guides - Mathematics - Urdu - English

Ready Steady Go… EY Stage2, Pre 1

10. Teacher’s Guides Waqfiat-e-Aama (GK)

Rehnuma-e- Asataza (Teaching Guide)

I-III

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j. List of Textbooks discontinued in the APSACS Booklist w.e.f. Session

2021-2022 (Ref: Management and Facilitation Booklet)

Sr. # Subject Textbook Title Class 1. Reader Magic Porridge Pot Pre 1

2. Islamiyat Noor-e-Islam I-II

3. Integrated Studies

Stepping Stones I-III

4. Reader Jack and the Beanstalk (Ladybird Reader)

II

5. Urdu Urdu Khushkhati I-III

6. Arabic Fehm Arabi I-V

7. Urdu Urdu Darsi Kitab I-IV

8. Science Smart Science Skills IV,V

9. Urdu Sareer-e-Khama V

10. Urdu Urdu Zaban-o-Qwaid V

New Syllabus Primary Mathematics Textbook

11. Mathematics

New Syllabus Primary Mathematics Workbook

I-V

12. Reader The Lost World (Top Reader) VII

13. Worksheets Syllabus Worksheet Pad I-V

k. List of Customized Textbooks included for the Academic Session 2021-2022.

(Refer to Management and Facilitation Booklet)

Sr.# Subject Textbook Title Class 1. - English

- Urdu - Mathematics - World

Around Us - Values /

Religious Education

First & Second Term Ready, Steady, Go… Integrated Studies for Early Years Stage 1

EY Stage 1

2. Urdu First & Second Term ��م � �و � اردو � در� اور � �ب � ا� ا�ا� در� - � ۲

� دو�ا ا� � �

EY Stage 2

3. English First & Second Term Ready, Steady, Go… Textbook & Practice Book 2nd Edition

EY Stage 2

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4. Mathematics First & Second Term Ready, Steady, Go… Early Years Stage 2 Textbook & Practice Book 2nd Edition

EY Stage 2

5. English First & Second Term Ready, Steady, Go…

Pre 1

6. Mathematics Ready Steady Go…Mathematics 4th Edition

Pre-1

1ى �ۓ��ہ � ااردو� �م (APSACS) Sixth Edition

7. Urdu

� ورك � � ا اردو� �م 1ى �ۓ� (APSACS) Seventh Edition

Pre 1

8. Social Studies Know Your World (2nd Edition)

IV,V

Primary Mathematics Students’ Course Book

9. Mathematics

Primary Mathematics Practice Workbook

I-V

10. Art Kid’s Artworld (4th Edition)

I-VII

l. APSACS INCLUSION PROGRAMME- HAND IN HAND

Different but Unique (Ref: Concept Note in Syllabus Implementation Guide)

Students with special needs are to be identified at the beginning of the Academic

Session. School’s Emotional Health Counselor should be taken on board to

provide the necessary guidance in this regard. This will help the students to be

part of the whole school environment. Teachers’ orientation is mandatory in the

Mega Coordination Meeting.

m. STUDENT DIARY:

“Saying No to Wastefulness & Conspicuous Consumerism” (1) Keeping the spirit of austerity, conservation and sustainability alive for

Sarsabz-o-Shadab Pakistan & Solid Waste Management Program,

STUDENT DIARIES already printed in 2020-2021 will be utilized for the

Session 2021-2022. This measure will save precious Human and Material

Resources.

(2) Soft copy of New Student Diary for the Session 2021-22 has been uploaded

and will be available in Bookshops.

Department of Assessment & Examination

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Department of Assessment and Examination 1. Preschool

a. There will be no Check Points for Early Years Stage 1 & 2.

b. Tracking Sheet for Early Years Stage 2 will be introduced to mark students’

progress.

c. Students of Pre 1 will be assessed through Continuous Assessment (Check

Points / Online Assessments).

d. Only Grades will be reflected on the Progress Report of Pre 1. 2. Junior School

a. Students’ performance will be assessed through Continuous Assessment (Check

Points) and Online Assessments.

b. Centralized Assessment of Listening Skills will be held

c. English Listening & Speaking Skills will be marked.

d. Reading and Speaking Skills will be assessed during regular teaching time

(online / face to face) before each Check Point.

e. The Assessment Policy of Islamiyat will be modified as per new guidelines

shared by SNC.

f. Computer Science will be graded at each Check Point based on practical work

only. No Theory / written Test will be taken for Computer Science.

g. Submission of Online Assignments will be held mandatory & will be reflected in

the Students’ Progress Report.

h. Revised Consolidated Term Exams Result Sheets Beside marks & grades, number of online assignments / worksheets submitted

will also be reflected in report.

i. Revised online Personality Development Records (PDRs)

Indicators / rubrics related to personality traits to reflect online learning /

performance will be added.

3. Middle School a. Students’ performance will be assessed through Continuous Assessment (Check

Points), Online Assessments (Assignments / Projects) and Summative

Examination. No NLTs will be conducted.

b. Modified Assessment of Islamiyat (Class IV-V) as per new guidelines shared by

SNC.

c. Centralized Online Assessment (Class VI&VII) will be made available as a Pilot

Project. Marks / grades will not be awarded for this year only.

d. The Term Examination Pattern of English will be revised / changed.

e. Centralized Assessment of Listening Skills will be held

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f. English Listening & Speaking Skills will be marked.

g. Reading and Speaking Skills will be assessed during regular teaching time

(online / face to face) before each Check Point. h. Assessment / Exam of Computer Science

- Class IV & V Computer Science will be graded for each Check Point & Term

Examination based on practical work (10 marks max) only. No Theory /

written Test / Exam will be taken for Computer Science, however

Centralized Practical Paper (25 Marks – Max Time: 1.5 hours) will be sent

by A&E Deptt. - Class VI & VII: Computer Science will be marked for each Check Point (Written Test of

10 Marks & Practical assessment of 05 Marks) and Term Examination.

Centralized Practical Paper for Term Examination will be sent by A&E

Deptt. - Class VIII: Computer Science will be marked for each Check Point (Written Test of

10 Marks & Practical assessment of 05 Marks) and Term Examination (as

per FBISE pattern). Centralized Practical Paper for Term Examination will

be sent by A&E Deptt.

i. Submission of Online Assignments is mandatory which will be reflected in the

Students’ Progress Report.

j. Revised Consolidated Term Exams Result Sheets (Beside marks & grades, number of online assignments/worksheets submitted

will also be reflected in report). k. Revised Online Personality Development Records (PDRs)

Indicators / rubrics related to personality traits to reflect online learning /

performance will be added. 4. Senior School (SSC & HSSC)

a. Translated version of Islamiyat Paper & Pak Studies paper English version of Islamiyat & Urdu version of Pak Studies paper will be provided

to the regions where subjects are taught in both languages.

b. Result Analysis Sheet for Internal Assessments & Examination: Consolidated Subject Wise Result Analysis Sheet reflecting students’ progress /

decline in the form of percentages throughout the session. c. Revised PETS Programme

- Progression of MCQs especially for Physics & English as per new

textbooks / syllabus prescribed by FBISE

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- Availability of PETS MCQs (subject wise on Students’ AIS portal)

- Post Programme Report

- Annual Result Analysis Report (to be shared with Regions)

5. EIMS & APSACS Scholarships Programmes Revised editions will be made available in the beginning of the new Academic Session

2021-22.

6. Assessment and Promotion Criteria for the students with developmental disorders will

be revised (Ref: APSACS Inclusion Programme – 2017). 7. Assessment & Examination based Teacher’s Training

Regional Teacher’s Training Programme (Online) will be launched to train the teachers

how to set a standard Check Point/Online Assessment and techniques for Paper

setting.

Preschool: Tracking Sheets, Check Point/Online Assessment Setting & Grading

Techniques

Jr. School: Check Point/ Online Assessment Designing / Setting

Mid School: Check Point/ Online Assessment & Paper Setting

Senior School: FBISE Training (Subject & Assessment based)

8. APSACS Physical Fitness Programme (an extension of APSACS Sports Prog) a. Considering the social distancing and wellbeing of our students and staff

APSACS will launch APSACS Physical Fitness Programme along with

implementation guidelines. Virtual tutorials will be made available to ensure

Physical Fitness of the students during school closure.

b. RDs will also work on the organization of Athletics Competitions once the

schools reopen. It will be school’s discretion to conduct & manage the

competitions under strict SOPs. Inter Regionals Competitions to be held on

Saturdays or any other suitable time so that teaching time may not be

compromised.

9. APSACS Olympiad & Athletics: a. APSACS Olympiads Competitions will be held between the Regional Champions

of Athletics including 100/200 m & Relay Race, Long Jump, Short Put, Javelin.

b. Following Athletics will be conducted in the Session 2021-22 and will continue in

the coming sessions as well.

Sr. Sports 1. Running (Boys & Girls) 2. Jumping (Boys & Girls) 3. Throwing Javelin (Boys & Girls) 4. Walking (Boys & Girls)

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10. APSACS e-Write Programme a. To keep students abreast with online technology e-Write Competition will be

continued (Online Competition) this year.

b. Selected students of Class VI, VII & VIII from each region will be part of this

competition.

c. Topics for the competition will be provided online by APSACS Sectt on the

allocated days.

d. Checking & Marking of literary pieces will be conducted at Regional level and

results will be shared with APSACS Sectt.

e. The 3 Best Creative Writers from each region will be awarded Certificates of

Appreciation.

Genres

1. Class VI: Picture Description / Descriptive Writing 2. Class VII: Poetry / Persuasive Writing 3. Class VIII: Blog / Persuasive Writing

Department of Training & Evaluation

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Department of Training & Evaluation Planning 2021 -22

1. Evaluation and Appraisal

a. APSACS Evaluation System is a three-pronged systematic process of Technical

Evaluation thus making school evaluation an ongoing practice. It comprises the

following:

(1) APSACS School Evaluation - Biennial, Needs Based, Diagnostic

(2) RD’s School Evaluation – One Formal and One Informal in an Academic Year

(3) School Self-Evaluation Framework (Principal & Staff’s Evaluation of their own

Institution) - ongoing

b. Key Judgement Areas of APSACS Evaluations are:

(1) School Environment

(2) Leadership & Management

(3) Implementation of Curriculum

(4) Students’ Progress

(5) Holistic Development & Engagement of students

c. Evaluation - Planning 2020-21 (Based on Needs Analysis) (a) Revision of the following documents

(1) School Self Evaluation Framework (SEF)

(2) School Improvement Plan (SIP)

(3) School Evaluation Report

(4) Sports and Smiles Programme (new indicators added, weightage increased)

(5) Provisions and Physical Resources (checklists only)

(6) Teaching/Learning (weightage increased)

The revised documents will be uploaded on APSACS website.

(b) Monitoring /Follow up

Due to prevalent COVID -19 situation in the country, regular Evaluation visits are not

planned for the academic year 2021 – 22. APSACS Secretariat will carry out the

following to assess progress/improvement in the areas for development.

(1) On-campus monitoring and follow up (subject to improvement in the post

pandemic situation)

(2) Virtual monitoring

(3) E-meetings

Monitoring and Follow up Report format will be uploaded on APSACS website.

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2. APSACS Training Programme a. The onset of the year 2020 witnessed an unprecedented situation and disruption in the

regular flow of studies. Intermittent school closures due to COVID-19 outbreak resulted

in creating learning gaps. In the face of huge challenge of putting catch-up support in

place, APSACS adopted a swift response to mitigate the effects of the pandemic on

students’ academics and has taken structured measures to continue the learning

process.

b. Training Programme - Planning 2020-21

(1) Online Training Blended learning is now the future of education; therefore, it is vital to equip the

educators with tools and techniques to make effective use of the virtual medium of

teaching. In the absence of face-to-face training, virtual platforms provided an

effective alternative for Continuing Teacher Education. APSACS Trainers conducted

Online Training Courses, SDCC and ECLC, in September 2020. This practice will continue in 2021 and online training will be imparted to teachers and school management in all Regions. Online training sessions on Online Teaching and Learning as well as Development of Decision-Making Skills in Learners will be conducted for

teachers.

Reflection Sessions for Post Course Research Assignments for ECLC/SDCC were

held for RDs, Principals and Section Heads to develop their understanding

regarding the assessment and evaluative procedure of the trainees’ Action

Research Projects. However, from May 2021 it will be mandatory for the Principals and Section Heads to attend the respective session on Post Course Assignment in APSACS Certificate/Diploma Courses. Training Manual for Online Teaching and Learning will be uploaded on APSACS

website.

(2) Revision/Addition of Training Modules APSACS Secretariat is cognizant of the role teachers have to play in incorporating

essential life skills in pupils. It is strongly felt that “better decision making may improve study habits and aid classroom learning objectives.” Building on

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international literature reviews of this much needed skill, the following has been

incorporated in APSACS SDCC training as a way-forward:

(a) Strategies to support development of decision-making skills in learners

(b) Enabling teachers to ‘teach through the competence’ in the classroom

(c) Assessment techniques to gauge decision-making skills in learners

(d) Nurturing the skills outside the classroom through co-curricular activities

(e) Training teachers to provide students guidance related to the process of decision

making and post decision reflection

(3) Revised Training Content

APSACS regular courses are revised every year to enable teachers to keep up with

the latest trends and practices in teaching and learning. To make Continuing

Professional Development Programme more impactful, new content has been

added in the following courses.

Training Course New Addition Early Childhood Learning Certificate (ECLC)

· Online Teaching & Learning

Staff Development Certificate Course (SDCC)

· Teachers as Professionals

· Classroom and Behavior Management

· Strategies for Active Learning

· Online Teaching and Learning

· Assessment for Learning-Latest Approaches

· Developing Decision Making Skills in Learners

Staff Development Diploma Course (SDDC)

· Making Children Reflective Learners

· Metacognition

· Evidence Based Learning

Section Heads As Leaders (SHAL)

· Quality of Classroom Practices

· Need for School Improvement

Principals As Leaders (PAL)

· Motivational Leadership

· Pragmatic Leaders

· Team Building

· Leadership Communication

· Conflict Management

· Stress Management

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(4) APSACS Training Course for School Leaders, PAL, will be held online for the new

School Principals in the new academic year 2021-22. An exclusive session on the

revised SEF and SIP will also be planned.

(5) Regional Training

Revised Training content for BTEC Beginners and Advanced (Early Years-Junior

& Middle School Teachers) along with revised Subject Based Training Pack will

be dispatched to all Regions before the commencement of the new Academic year

2021-22. SBTs are aligned with the learning outcomes as given in Single National

Curriculum (SNC).

3. APSACS Awards Programme

a. Based on School Evaluation, an Annual Award Programme was initiated in 2008 to: (1) provide an incentive to high performing schools

(2) give recognition to the institutional and individual achievements

(3) create a healthy competition among schools

Awards are conferred Region/ School wise in different categories to encourage and

acknowledge the efforts of the best individuals in their respective fields.

b. Awards Programme - Planning 2020-21

(1) Due to an increase in the number of Regions, there will be modification in the awards categories. Details of the revised Awards Programme will be shared when

regular Evaluation visits resume.

(2) APSACS E-Awards

In order to acknowledge the efforts of schools and individuals in adapting to remote teaching and learning, and at the same time mastering core teaching challenges, APSACS Secretariat will confer awards in the following categories:

(a) Best OSP Implementer of the Year

(b) Best Innovative Practice of the Year

(c) Encouragement Award for Utilization of e-Resources

School As Learning Organization (SLO)

· Continuing Professional Development

· Developing Quality Schools

· Typology of Learning Organizations

· Sustainability of Schools as Learning

Organizations

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(d) Acknowledgment Award for Individual OSP Developers

(e) Best Action Research Project of the Year

4. APSACS Mentorship Programme

a. APSACS Mentorship Programme was formally launched in 2014. The programme was

designed to promote and contribute to the growth of underperforming schools. The

Mentorship Programme was revised in 2017 based on observations of APSACS

Evaluation Teams and feedback of the implementers. Schools were given the status of

“Mentor Campuses” by the Sectt based on their School Evaluation grades. Regional

Directors identified the Mentee Schools in consultation with APSACS Sectt.

b. Mentorship Programme - Planning 2020-21

(1) APSACS e- Mentorship Programme

It is an initiative to bring together schools within a Region through e-contact. The Mentor School will accept the responsibility to guide Mentee Schools through e-support on areas regarding classroom teaching and learning, holistic

development of students, professional development of staff and other relevant

areas.

(2) Revision in Mentor and Mentee Status

Key aspects of the revised programme are as follows:

(a) Different sections (Pre, Junior, Middle, SSC/O Level and HSSC/A Level)

will be given the status of “Mentor Section/School” on the basis of

persistently good performance as indicated through APSACS School

Evaluation grade.

(b) APSACS Secretariat in consultation with the Regional Directors, will identify

Mentee Schools/Sections, in different regions, that require support and

assistance to come up to the required standard. Each identified Mentor

School/Section will be attached with a group of Mentee Schools/Sections.

(3) Expansion of the Mentorship Programme

Though APSACS Academic Schedule and Package is standardized, its

implementation is not consistent due to diversity in resources, location and student

intake. To address the gap, it is proposed that after establishment of a new school, the Governing Body may request the Formation to depute a Mentor Team to train the Principals and Section Heads to implement APSACS Academic Package. It is suggested that:-

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(a) The Formation may in consultation with the RD form a Mentor Team of a senior

Principal and Section Heads (all levels) from established schools of the Region.

(b) The Mentor Team will be attached to the new school for a period of one to six

months as required in order to train the Principal and Section Heads on the

following aspects:

(c) effective ways of implementing Policies & Procedures

(d) carrying out Self Evaluation (SEF) and developing School Improvement Plan

(SIP)

(e) effective strategies of developing human resource through In-Service Education

and Training (INSET)

(f) Monetary and other incentives may be granted to the Mentor Team. Revised Mentorship document will be uploaded on APSACS website.

Department of Research & Quality Assurance

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Department of Research & Quality Assurance 1. Research & Quality Assurance is an APSACS Department established in 2016.Over the

years, the department has grown its Portfolio and is now a provider of exceptionally high

standard multifaceted Holistic Development Programmes and their implementation

frameworks; co-curricular activities designed and balanced with curriculum; career

pathways through exclusive Career Counselling & University Placement Programme;

emotional health implementation, support and training package; in-house research studies

and educational concept papers reflecting trends in modern education. The department

also pursues national and international educational collaborations to further enrich and

enhance the scope of highly effective Academic Package provided by the Secretariat. The

department operates in accordance with high quality academic standards, therefore, all

functions of the department are aligned with mandate specified in COAS Directive,

National Education Policy and international benchmarks.

2. In Academic Year 2021-22, the R&QA Department is planning to implement fol:-

a. Specify Quality Assurance Standards (QAS) for all programmes that operate under the

umbrella of R&QA.

b. Enhance the data collection tools and procedures to study and gauge the impact of the

programmes

c. Expand outreach of Smiles (Emotional Health) and Career Counselling & University

Placement Programmes

d. Restructure CCAs to provide stimulating activities based on creative approaches; focus

will be placed on Life Skills and enhancing students’ interpersonal skills

e. Regularize a process of follow-up and feedback from schools to share the best

practices and ensure that QAS are met.

f. Pursue educational collaborations with national and international organisations

g. Carry out studies, developing concept notes and providing quality assurance services

as and when required

3. Smiles - APSACS Emotional Health Initiative

APSACS Emotional Health Programme is an APSACS initiative, launched in 2013, in all its

Regions, to empower teachers and parents to play their important role in the emotional

development of the students and for early detection of emotional and social difficulties that

students might be facing. APSACS has leading psychologists of Pakistan on its panel who

provide consultancy as well as training services to support the implementation of the

Smiles Programme. Training of Trainers, Step Down Training, and Emotional Wellness

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Activities embedded in the curriculum are the effective aspects of APSACS Stay Safe and

Smile Programme. Following is the key focus/ activities to be undertaken in Academic Session 2021-2022: a. R&QA Emotional Health Cell will carry out a regional follow-up on appointing Regional

Emotional Health Coordinators (REHCs).

b. REHCs will be validated through Zoom/ Microsoft Teams according to a pre-established

criterion.

c. Extensive online 6-7 day training of REHCs will be conducted.

d. School Emotional Health Coordinators (SEHC) will be identified in each school by the

Fmns and REHCs according to the criterion provided by APSACS Sectt.

e. Smiles Central Steering Committee will be put in place for crisis case handling and

needs-based clinical supervision

f. Anti-Corporal and Child Protection Policies will be regulated in all APSs.

g. A continuous review mechanism will be established with REHCs to ensure that QAS

are met.

h. Brief follow-up/ data collection templates will be generated to improve and study the

impact of the programme.

i. A dedicated series of the Emotional Health Webinars will be carried out to support and

sensitise students/ parents, teachers and expand outreach of the programme.

j. Students, parents, and teachers’ online queries received on Ask the Expert Page will be

responded to by APSACS Emotional Health Coordinator. Ask the Expert Page is

regularly updated every month. (Link to the page:

http://www.apsacssectt.edu.pk/ask/index.html). Responses of the Expert have been archived

according to the problems & issues.

4. APSACS Career Counselling and University Placement Programme

APSACS Career Counselling & University Placement Programme launched in May 2016,

provides students with skills and knowledge required to make important academic and

career decisions throughout their lives. The Programme enables students to discuss their

ideas, feelings, and concerns about their educational and career choices. Following

activities are planned for Academic Session 2021-2022:

a. Refresher training sessions for RDs and APSACS School Career Counsellors trained in

2019. Sessions will be conducted viaMicrosoft Teams.

b. A detailed plan of action will be chalked out for the School Career Counsellors.

http://www.apsacssectt.edu.pk/ask/index.html

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c. A regular follow-up (via Microsoft Teams) will be maintained to ensure that Career

Counsellors are conducting training sessions, supporting and providing consistent

guidelines to students.

d. A continuous feedback and review mechanism will be pursued in collaboration with

the Regional Offices.

e. Regions will compile the Post Training Report. Template will be revised and forwarded

to all Regions.

f. Active use of online medium i.e. Skype, Zoom, Microsoft teams, etc. will be

employed throughout 2021-22 for smooth execution of the Programme.

g. Reach out to students will be expanded. A Series of Online Webinars will be conducted

by APSACS Sectt to reach out to maximum number of students. New Regions will be

catered for on priority.

h. Information Desk will be set up for students of local schools in F2F settings (subject to

pervasiveness of COVID-19 situation).

i. Regular updation of online information pertaining to Career Choices, National /

International Universities, Scholarships available, admission Info, Internships,

Language Courses, Aptitude Tests, Entrance Admission Test dates, ‘Unconventional

Careers,’ etc., on APSACS website.

j. Organise counselling/awareness sessions with local as well as international

universities.

k. Regular replies to students’ queries on APSACS ‘Ask the Career Counsellor’ Online Page. This service aims at providing authentic and timely guidance to APSACS

students regarding their future subject choice, emerging fields and career options.

5. Holistic Development Programmes &Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs)

Due to the ongoing COVID-19Pandemic, conducting F2F CCAs, might not be possible for

the schools. Even if students return to schools, with the given strict SOPs in place, it will be

challenging for teachers to carry out CCAs F2F with zero health risk factor. Therefore,

APSACS will implement CCAs in Academic Year 2021-22 as follows:-

a. Online CCA Model: (1) CCAs will be conducted online in schools/ Regions where possible. APSACS R&QA

Deptt will provide complete support to the schools by providing a complete

framework for Online CCAs which will be sent out with each Academic Block.

(2) Suggested activities and safe alternatives for schools will be included.

(3) A user friendly data collection (qualitative & quantitative) format will be

disseminated. Feedback/ questions / queries mechanism will be established for the

RDs/ Principals.

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b. Hybrid CCA Model: Conducing CCAs via Hybrid Model (online & F2F), if at all possible, will be strictly

subject to COVID-19 situation in the Regions and in line with guidelines provided by the

Government. Flexibility will be provided to the schools to conduct activities provided by

the Sectt keeping in view students complete safeguard and health protocols.

6. External Programmes: a. British Council

(1) APSACS trainers have been validated by British Council in 2021 to conduct Core

Skills, Leadership and International School Award training.

(2) APSACS will conduct training to 105 Federal Directorate of Education (FDE)

Schools on behalf of British Council in Core Skills, Leadership areas and ISA.

(3) APSACS schools will continue working on British Council Connecting Classrooms

Programme as per the guidelines and foreign collaboration SOPs.

(4) Schools that are collaborating with any international school must inform their

Regional Offices and update Secretariat regularly.

b. Skills Builder Programme. British Council UK has launched Skills Builder Programme in

Pakistan. One APS has been earmarked to participate in the pilot study. If the programme

deliverables are met, it will be introduced in other APSs in 2022.

c. ABCTE. APSACS is collaborating with American Board for Certification of Teaching

Excellence (ABCTE). In case the TORs are finalised, APSACS will introduce an accredited

training for its teachers and leaders. Details shall follow.

d. Anti-Drugs Awareness Programme. APSACS in collaboration with ANF will arrange

focused Anti-Drugs and Anti-Substance Abuse Awareness Sessions (Online/F2F as per

safety and health protocols provided by the Govt) for the RDs and Principals. e. UNODC SFP 10-14 Round II.UNODC SFP 10-14 is an internationally accredited

‘Evidence Based Prevention’ Programme and is specifically designed for families with pre

and young adolescents from ages 10 to 14 yrs. As per UNODC regulations, SFP 10-14 is a

manual bound training that can only be conducted by the UNODC verified Trainers. In

collaboration with UNODC for online modalities, APSACS will conduct Round – II of

training for selected APSs. More detailed guidelines will be provided once the Programme

rolls out.

Department of Computer Research & Resource

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Department of Computer Research & Resource

1. Junior School(Class I-III) a. Changes in Curriculum:

(1) Separate Computer Textbook “Go Techno”

(2) No notebooks

(3) Worksheets are embedded inthe textbook.

(4) Double period per week is allocated for Computer Science.

b. Changes in Assessment:

(1) Computer Science will be graded.

(2) No theory test will be taken in checkpoints.

(3) Computer Science will be graded on the basis of Practical test taken at each

Checkpoint during regular double period.

Grading Key A+ 90-100

A 80-89

B 70-79

C 60-69

D 50-59

E 49& below

2. Class IV – V a. Changes in Curriculum:

(1) Textbook “eSkills Second Edition” (2) No notebooks (3) Worksheets are attached with the Syllabus Break-ups. (4) Double period per week isallocated for Computer Science.

b. Changes in Assessment (Checkpoints& Term Exam):

(1) Computer Science will be a graded subject for Class IV-V.

(2) No theory test/paper for check points/term exams

(3) Computer Science will be graded on the basis of Practicaltest taken at each

Checkpoint during regular double period.

(4) A centralized paper for Computer practical will be sent for both terms.

(5) Practical Paper will be taken one week before the term exams weeks during regular

double period.

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Grading Key A+ 90-100

A 80-89

B 70-79

C 60-69

D 50-59

E 49& below

3. Class VI – VII

(1) No Change in Curriculum

(2) A centralized paper (theory + practical) will be sent for both terms.

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ICT / Digital Literacy An Essential Life Skill in the Present Era of Globalization

Information &Communication Technology (ICT) and Digital Literacy is essential to prepare

students for the global e-world and its job market. It is a powerful tool which opens limitless

learning opportunities and ensures empowerment.

The understanding of the concept of digital literacy has to go through long-term development

as it is characterized by complexity and technology skills. ICT/Digital Literacy is not a new skill

for a student to gain the information and knowledge needed. The key aspect of Digital

Literacy is to use the technology in the right way.

APSACS initiated a compulsory Computer Literacy Introductory Course (CLIC) for all teachers

in Academic Session 2011-12, which was followed by advanced level Computer Literacy

Course (Double CLIC). Cyber safety is also a part of APSACS computer literacy initiative. In

this regard Cyber Crime Awareness Handbook has been developed.

APSACS Academic Year 2014-15 was declared the Year of Electronic Services (YES). Focus

of this year was to improve the Computer Labs facilities in schools, necessary for the

enhancement of e-learning and computer skills to cope with the fast developments in the world

of information and communication technology (ICT). This was complemented by computer e-

Skill textbook taught from Class Prep-VIII.

The aim of this concept is to develop the awareness of ICT/digital literacy among teachers and

students and find ways to develop knowledge performance towards students by practicing 21st

century skills to deal with the appropriate digital tools.

Applications of ICT/Digital Literacy demands that teachers need to be encouraged, how to

improve the quality of education by accessing online resources including web-browsers,

audios, videos, lectures, images, PowerPoint Presentations etc.

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In order to integrate ICT/Digital Literacy in curriculum in APS&Cs all schools should take the

following measures.

a. Computer Labs should be upgraded according to the requirements already sent (refer

letter “Computer Labs Up-gradation”).

b. Log of ICT/Digital Literacy will be maintained (For detail, refer to coordination meeting

instructions).

c. Teachers should use the ICT/Digital Literacy tools by using following steps.

(1) Some of the traditional methods of teaching need to include new ways by introducing

them the digital literacy tools.

(2) Determine the level of knowledge performance of students using ICT/Digital Literacy

tools.

(3) Emphasize the skills needed by the student to use Digital Tools.

(4) Identify the type of ICT/Digital Literacy tools recommended for students.

d. Use the following ICT/Digital Literacy tools

(1) Multimedia (installed in Classroom/Computer Labs)

(2) Smart boards (installed in Classroom/Computer Labs)

(3) LEDs Screens (installed in Classroom/Computer Labs)

(4) Laptops/Tabs/PCs/Mobile phones/Computer on Wheels (COW).

(5) Audio/Video devices such as audio tapes, speakers etc. can be attached.

(6) Any other Gadgets available in the school

e. Integrate the tools in lessons as per the availability of above mentioned devices at

maximum level.

f. Schools may establish resource room with multimedia /computer installed.

g. Internet connection/Wi-Fi routers may be installed to provide internet facility across the

schools.

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Department of Information Technology

Portals and Modules developed by IT department will remain intact in AIS, reference

academic packages of 2019-20 and 2020-21. In addition to these, new modules are made

available due to COVID-19 situation. List of modules is given below

a. Learning Management System on student portal for students to submit their

assignments/papers and teacher return the checked assignments to students on same

portal.

b. Final progress report, Open Book Assessment and OSP marks entry modules are intact

and will remain available in case of any unforeseen circumstances

c. Availability of video tutorials for students on all portals

d. Availability of fee voucher on student portal upon request.

e. Availability of results in student portal

f. AVLs (APSACS Virtual Lessons) for students will soon be available

g. Revise classes and sections are implemented from session 2018-19 and onwards as

per letter: APSACS/IT/2018 dated 10 Jan 2018.

h. Enhancement of RDs, Principals and AIS Coordinators’ dashboard is done.

i. Video tutorial for teachers and students are developed on needs basis for using the AIS

portal for marks entry and uploading of assignments.

j. APSACS Alumni page is available on AIS Coordinator’s account to maintain the record

of Alumni

k. Development of Student Notice board on their portal

l. COVID-19 vaccination page for schools to update the data of employees who are

vaccinated. It is mandatory for AIS Coordinators’ to regularly maintain this record.

AIS Coordinator

Following is the job description of AIS Coordinator in school:

a. Work load for AIS Coordinators, of those Schools which appointed AIS Coordinator from

their Teaching Staff (Non-Dedicated AIS Coordinators), will be 16-18 lectures per week.

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b. Dedicated AIS Coordinators (appointed from Non-Teaching Staff) may also be assigned

other duties.

c. AIS Coordinators are responsible of withdrawing/deleting all those employees and students

who left School.

d. To delete Login Accounts of withdrawn employees immediately.

e. Sub Coordinators in Junior, Middle and Senior Section may also be created to share

workload of non-dedicated AIS Coordinators.

f. Admin Section (responsible for handling admissions and SLCs) of School must notify AIS

Coordinator about any new admission or whenever student take SLC from School.

g. AIS Coordinator be notified whenever any employee leaves the school or joins the school.

h. AIS Coordinators needs to search for transfer cases of Students form ‘Grant Admission to

transferred cases” before registering their new Profiles on AIS.

i. Student Form B must be Correct and validated before entering in AIS.

j. AIS Coordinators are AIS Implementors in schools, they are supposed to implement best

practices of AIS such as discouraging of password sharing among teachers.

k. AIS Coordinator is responsible for correct and validated data entry of employees and

students. All fields in employee registration are mandatory but in student profile except

email address all fields are mandatory.

l. In case of deceased father/ mother/ husband of employee not having NADRA CNIC,

CRMS No of their NADRA Death Certificate may be entered.

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