Students' and Teachers' Knowledge and Attitude towards the Semester System of Higher Secondary level in West Bengal

Key Points

• The research investigates students' and teachers' attitudes towards the newly introduced semester system in higher secondary education.
• Surveyed students and teachers in West Bengal regarding their views on the semester system.
• Analyzed responses to understand perceived benefits and challenges of the new system.
• Compared previous annual exam attitudes with the new semester framework.
• Students reported lower exam stress with continuous evaluation.
• Teachers acknowledged potential for improved learning outcomes.
• Mixed feelings existed regarding the transition from annual exams to semesters.