Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE): A Classroom-Level Impact Study

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Uday Bansal

Independent Researcher

India

Abstract

Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) represents a paradigm shift in educational assessment, emphasizing holistic appraisal of learner progress through varied formative and summative measures. This classroom‑level impact study investigates the efficacy of CCE implementation in fifteen urban secondary school classrooms over an academic year. Employing a convergent parallel mixed‑methods design, quantitative data were gathered via academic performance metrics, attendance records, and psychosocial scales; qualitative insights were obtained through teacher interviews, student focus groups, and structured classroom observations. Findings indicate statistically significant improvements in student engagement (p < .01), collaborative behaviors, and metacognitive awareness post‑CCE adoption. Moreover, formative assessments contributed to reduced test anxiety, elevated intrinsic motivation, and more equitable learning opportunities across diverse learner profiles. Teachers reported enhanced ability to tailor instruction based on real‑time feedback, though they also highlighted increased planning demands and challenges in maintaining consistency of rubric application. Importantly, digital assessment tools emerged as critical enablers, streamlining feedback loops and data tracking, especially in larger classes. The study further identifies contextual factors—such as administrative support, professional development quality, and resource availability—that moderate CCE’s effectiveness. Overall, when supported by targeted training, appropriate technological infrastructure, and workload management strategies, CCE fosters a learner‑centered environment conducive to deeper conceptual understanding, critical thinking, and 21st‑century skill development. Implications for policy, teacher education, and scalable implementation models are discussed in light of these findings.

Keywords

Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation, formative assessment, student engagement, learner-centered pedagogy, educational reform

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