Webinar on Aaryabhata Ganit Challenge - Stage 2

Summary

The video explains the process of conducting the AR Challenge, a mathematics competition organized by CBSE in two stages. It covers instructions for schools, including downloading and distributing encrypted PDFs for the test, ensuring proper hardware setup, and uploading student responses. The test focuses on practical application of mathematical concepts, assessing logical reasoning, problem-solving, and conceptual understanding. Schools are reminded to follow the provided guidelines strictly, such as not renaming files or altering PDFs, and to ensure technical readiness for a smooth exam process.

Takeaways

• 📚 The SAR initiative aims to foster essential competencies in applying mathematics to real-life situations through an engaging assessment process.
• 🧠 The challenge evaluates students' abilities in conceptual understanding, logical reasoning, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• 💡 The AR Challenge is conducted at two levels: Level 1 at the school level and Level 2 at the national level, with top three students from Level 1 moving to Level 2.
• 💻 Schools are required to have specific technical setups for the exam, including 4GB RAM computers, broadband/Wi-Fi, and Adobe Acrobat Reader software.
• 📝 For Level 2, schools need to ensure the fair conduct of the test, where no science or math teachers should be involved.
• 🎓 Schools must register top three students from classes 8-10 for Level 2 of the challenge, and there is a fee of 300 rupees per student.
• 🔒 Each student's test is provided as a separate, password-protected PDF file that needs to be opened, completed, and saved without altering the file name.
• 🕑 The test is an MCQ-based assessment with no negative marking, and must be completed and uploaded within the time frame of 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• ⚠️ Technical issues like payment confirmation or login problems can be addressed by contacting the provided email: [email protected].
• 🏆 Successful completion of Level 2 will result in merit certificates for the top 100 students from each CBSC region, and the performance will be acknowledged in the student’s portfolio.

Q & A

What is the primary goal of the AGC challenge in mathematics?

The primary goal of the AGC challenge is to foster the development of essential competencies in applying mathematical concepts to everyday situations. It aims to promote students' skills in practical and real-life scenarios while reinforcing the practical relevance of mathematics and encouraging a holistic understanding of the subject.

What are the core competencies tested in the AGC challenge?

The core competencies tested in the AGC challenge include conceptual understanding, logical reasoning, analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, strategic approach, visualization, mathematization, creativity, and abstract thinking.

How are the two levels of the AGC challenge conducted?

Level one of the AGC challenge is conducted at the school level, where schools organize the competition among all students. For level two, which is a national-level competition, only the top three students from each school, selected based on their performance in level one, are eligible to participate.

What is required from schools to conduct the AGC challenge test?

Schools must ensure they have a confidence certificate, a fair conduct of the test, and meet the hardware requirements, such as having computers with at least 4GB RAM, broadband or Wi-Fi connections, and the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader installed.

How should the PDF files be handled during the AGC challenge test?

Each school should download the question paper PDFs from a single computer, distribute them to students, and ensure the file names are not changed. Students must complete the test in Adobe Acrobat Reader and avoid using the 'save as' option to rename files.

What happens if a school faces login issues with the LSC credentials?

If schools face login issues with their LSC credentials, they can use the 'reset password' option on the OS portal, where an OTP will be sent to the principal’s registered mobile number. The school can then reset the credentials and proceed with the test.

How are the test results submitted and processed?

After students complete the test, schools must upload the PDFs from the same computer used for downloading. They must ensure all responses are uploaded by 12:45 PM on the day of the exam. The uploaded PDFs are then captured and evaluated by the CBSE server.

What is the process for handling technical issues or payment verification?

If there are technical issues or if the payment is not updated, schools can contact the dedicated email address, [email protected], and provide payment details, screenshots, and transaction IDs. For login issues, schools can reset the LSC credentials as explained.

What are the consequences of changing the PDF file name or compressing the file?

If the name of the downloaded PDF file is changed or compressed, the file will not be accepted for upload. This may result in the school's test attempt being nullified, so it is important to maintain the original file name and format.

What certificates or recognition will be given to participants?

Top 100 students from each CBSE region will be given merit certificates by CBSE. Additionally, 10 schools from each region with the maximum student participation will receive participation certificates. Students' participation may also be acknowledged in their academic portfolio.