Each candidate, whose admission is approved by Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University, only permitted for written and practical examinations. Candidates who have failed to satisfy the minimum attendance norms of Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University in each semester will not be permitted to appear for the written examination and or practical examinations.
The term-end external examination for all semesters shall be conducted by the Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University at the end of each semester. The written examination for each theory course shall be conducted for 70 marks.
Internal Assessment:
The award of continuous comprehensive evaluation (i.e. internal assessment) marks in each semester for theory courses shall be distributed as follows:
| S.No | Components | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Class Tests (minimum of two) | 10 |
| 2 | Assignment (minimum of two) | 10 |
| 3 | Seminar (minimum of one) | 05 |
| 4 | Attendance** | 05 |
| Total | 30 | |
** The marks for attendance shall be awarded as given below:
| S.No | Percentage of Attendance Gained by the Students (In each Theory Course) | Marks to be awarded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 97-100 | 5 |
| 2 | 93-96 | 4 |
| 3 | 89-92 | 3 |
| 4 | 85-88 | 2 |
| 5 | 82-84 | 2 |
| 6 | 80 and below | 0 |
| Total | 30 | |
In case a candidate secures less than 50% of marks prescribed for the internal assessment, then one more opportunity shall be given to him/her to improve the internal marks in the specific course within the next semester.
Passing Minimum for Written Examination
Each candidate who appears for the written examination shall be declared to have passed the written examination only if he/she secures not less than 50% of marks in aggregate in each theory course with a minimum of 45% of marks in the term-end/external examination in each theory course. All other candidates shall be treated as unsuccessful candidate in the written examination. A candidate who fails in one or more theory courses in the written examination shall be permitted to appear again only for those courses in which he/she failed.
Provisions for Improvement in Theory Courses
- A candidate who passed in all the courses of a semester shall be permitted toimprove the results by reappearing for the whole examination (All Theory Courses) in the next semester only.
- A candidate shall be permitted to apply for improvement of examinations 30 days in advance of the pertinent semester examination whenever held.
- If a candidate passes all the courses in reappearance, higher of the two aggregate marks secured by the candidate shall be awarded for that semester. In case the candidate fails in the reappearance for improvement, the marks secured by the candidate in the first appearance will prevail.
- A candidate who appeared for improvements is eligible for reclassification of class only and will not be considered for ranking purpose.
- Improvement is applicable only for theory examinations and not applicable for practicum components
Reappearance for Theory Courses
Students who have secured ‘F’ (Fail)/Ab (Absent in the examination) grade in a particular course (other than the practicum components) can reappear during the subsequent end- semester examination. All applicable fees shall be charged for the purpose of re-appearance in (Theory Courses) examinations. Each unsuccessful candidate after the completion of the two academic years/four semesters shall be permitted to reappear for the written examinations within the next three consecutive academic years.
Revaluation / Retotaling / Xerox Copy of Answer Scripts
Candidates can apply for revaluation / retotaling / xerox copy of answer scripts to the Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University within 20 days after the publication of semester results by paying necessary fee prescribed by the University.
Practical Examination
Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University will conduct practical examination after the successful completion of 80 working days of School Internship during th third semester. Practical examination shall be normally conducted at the end of third semester. A panel consisting of two external members appointed by the Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University will assess the practical works, records, instructional materials, teaching competency, EPC records, and also performance in online course of each candidate as mentioned in Part-A, B, & C as given below
| S.No | Sub Code | Practicum Components & Online Course | Credits | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PART –A – Assessment of Teaching Competency and Records | ||||
| 1 | A1 | Observation Record: Level- I & II | 1 | 20 |
| 2 | A2 | Micro Teaching Record: Level - I & II | 1 | 20 |
| 3 | A3 | Demonstration Record : Level - I & II | 1 | 20 |
| 4 | A4 | Lesson Plan Record: Level - I & II | 4 | 80 |
| 5 | A5 | Instructional Materials Record: Level - I & II | 1 | 20 |
| 6 | A6 | Test and Measurement Record: Level -I & II | 1 | 20 |
| 7 | A7 | Case Study Record | 1 | 20 |
| 8 | A8 | Psychology Practical Record | 2 | 40 |
| 9 | A9 | Environmental Education Record | 1 | 20 |
| 10 | A10 | Students Portfolios and Reflective Journals | 1 | 20 |
| 11 | A11 | Teaching Competency– Level - I & II | 1 | 20 |
| TOTAL –A | 20 | 400 | ||
| PART –B - EPC-Records | ||||
| 1 | EPC1 | 1. Reading and Reflecting on Texts | 1 | 20 |
| 2 | EPC2 | 2. Drama and Art in Education | 1 | 20 |
| 3 | EPC3 | 3. Critical Understanding of ICT | 1 | 20 |
| 4 | EPC4 | 4. Understanding the Self | 1 | 20 |
| TOTAL –B | 4 | 80 | ||
| PART –C – Online Course | ||||
| 1 | ONC | Online Course-SWAYAM (any one course related to Pedagogy/Education/Basic Discipline Skills) | 1 | 20 |
| TOTAL –C | 1 | 20 | ||
| BD3PC | Total (A+B+C) | 25 | 500 | |
Grading System
The results of successful candidates at the end of all four semesters shall be classified on the basis of aggregate percentage of marks obtained in all the semesters and the aggregate or Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) for the award of Degree of Bachelor of Education.
Class/Distinction shall be awarded to the candidates after they successfully complete the B.Ed. Programme as per the norms specified below:
| Category | Marks Secured in Theory and Practicum | Class / Distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Students who successfully complete the B.Ed. programme of study within the duration of 4 semesters in the first attempt (i.e. without arrears in each semester) | 75% and above | First Class with Distinction |
| 60% to 74.99% | First Class | |
| 50% to 59.99% | Second Class | |
| Students who successfully complete the B.Ed. programme of study within the duration of the course (i.e. within the 4 semesters including the arrears) | 60% and above | First Class |
| 50% to 59.99% | Second Class | |
| Students who could not complete the B.Ed. programme of study within the duration of the course (i.e. within the 4 semesters) and clears the arrears within the next three academic year. | 50% and above (irrespective of the percentage of marks) | Second Class |
Grading System
Assigning Grades for Successful Candidates
Each semester result shall also be declared in terms of grades. A six-point grading system which is based on the actual absolute marks scored and alpha-sign grade as described below shall be adopted for successful/unsuccessful candidates.
The semester Grade Point Average (GPA) shall be computed by dividing the sum of the Grade Point Weights (GPW) of all the courses of the study by the maximum credits for the semester. The GPW are in turn calculated as the product of the grade points earned in the respective courses and the credits assigned to that course. The maximum total marks for each course of study is 200, while the credit assigned is 5 (five).
The Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) at the end of all the semester examinations shall be calculated as the weighted average of the semester grade point averages. The CGPA is obtained by dividing the total of semester credit weightages by the maximum credits assigned for the programme.
| Category | Marks Secured in Theory and Practicum | Class / Distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Students who successfully complete the B.Ed. programme of study within the duration of 4 semesters in the first attempt (i.e. without arrears in each semester) | 75% and above | First Class with Distinction |
| 60% to 74.99% | First Class | |
| 50% to 59.99% | Second Class | |
| Students who successfully complete the B.Ed. programme of study within the duration of the course (i.e. within the 4 semesters including the arrears) | 60% and above | First Class |
| 50% to 59.99% | Second Class | |
| Students who could not complete the B.Ed. programme of study within the duration of the course (i.e. within the 4 semesters) and clears the arrears within the next three academic year. | 50% and above (irrespective of the percentage of marks) | Second Class |
Grading System
Assigning Grades for Successful Candidates
Each semester result shall also be declared in terms of grades. A six-point grading system which is based on the actual absolute marks scored and alpha-sign grade as described below shall be adopted for successful/unsuccessful candidates.
The semester Grade Point Average (GPA) shall be computed by dividing the sum of the Grade Point Weights (GPW) of all the courses of the study by the maximum credits for the semester. The GPW are in turn calculated as the product of the grade points earned in the respective courses and the credits assigned to that course. The maximum total marks for each course of study is 200, while the credit assigned is 5 (five).
The Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) at the end of all the semester examinations shall be calculated as the weighted average of the semester grade point averages. The CGPA is obtained by dividing the total of semester credit weightages by the maximum credits assigned for the programme.
Conversion of Percentage of Marks into Grade Points and Award of Grades based on Absolute Marks
| Range of Marks | Alpha-Sign Grade @ | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| 90-100 | A+ | 9 < 20 |
| 80-89 | A | 8 < 8.9 |
| 70-79 | B | 7 < 7.9 |
| 60-69 | C | 6 < 6.9 |
| 50-59 | D | 5 < 5.9 |
| 0-49 | F | < 4.9 |
| Absent | Ab | 0 |
@ Alpha-Sign Grades A+, A, B, C and D denotes successful completion of the programme. The Grade ‘F’ denotes failed in the programme and requires for reappearance in the examination. The Grade ‘Ab’ denotes the student’s absent for the examination
Ranking Procedure: Candidates, who passes all the semester examinations in the first attempt only eligible for ranking provided they secure at least CGPA of 6.0 or Alpha-Sign Grade ‘C’.
A candidate who passes the semester examinations in parts is eligible for only classification of Class/ CGPA and Alpha-Sign Grade, but not for ranking.
Transitory Regulations
Whenever a course or scheme of instruction is changed in a particular academic year, examination for three more years shall be conducted immediately following thereafter according to the old regulations/syllabus. Candidates who failed to appear for the examinations or unsuccessful in the examinations shall redo the programme and take the examination in accordance with the Regulations and Syllabus of Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University, in force from time to time.
Question Paper Pattern
Each question paper shall have three sections comprising Section-A, Section-B, and Section-C.
| Section | Type of Question | Number of Questionst | Marks for each question | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Objective Type Questions | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| B | Short Answer Type (Maximum of 250 words or two and half-a-page for each question) | 3 out of 5 | 5 | 5 |
| B | Essay Type Questions with internal choice (Maximum of 500 words or 5 pages for each question) | 5 (with internal choice) | 10 | 50 |
| Total | 70 | |||