Overview
This project involved contributing to the revision of the Information Technology (IT) syllabus for Standards 11 and 12 under the Maharashtra State Board, with the objective of modernizing curriculum content and aligning it with contemporary academic and industry needs.
Working collaboratively with Milind Oka, Nilesh Ghavate, and other board of studies members the initiative focused on updating textbook chapters, refining learning objectives, and ensuring that students are introduced to relevant, practical, and future-ready computing concepts at the higher secondary level.
A key vision of the revision was to promote open-source–based learning, enabling students to work with accessible, transparent, and widely adopted technologies rather than being restricted to proprietary tools.
My Contribution
As part of the syllabus revision effort, I actively contributed to:
- Authoring and reviewing IT textbook chapters for Std. 11 and Std. 12
- Designing curriculum components aligned with open-source technologies
- Advocating for concept-first and practice-oriented learning
- Ensuring syllabus alignment with current computing trends
- Reviewing content for clarity, structure, and learner suitability
The work emphasized building strong conceptual foundations while maintaining practical relevance for students preparing for higher education and technology-driven careers.
Key Focus Areas
- Integration of open-source tools and platforms
- Reduction of dependency on proprietary software ecosystems
- Emphasis on problem-solving and computational thinking
- Ethical and responsible use of technology
- Preparing students for future academic and professional pathways
Impact
- Introduced open-source awareness at the school curriculum level
- Helped modernize the Maharashtra State Board IT syllabus
- Enabled students to learn technologies that are freely available and industry-relevant
- Contributed to a more sustainable and adaptable curriculum framework
Collaboration
This work was carried out in collaboration with:
- Milind Oka
- Nilesh Ghavate
The collective effort ensured academic rigor, practical relevance, and long-term value for students and educators.
Reflection
Participating in syllabus revision at the state-board level was a valuable opportunity to influence how students are introduced to computing and information technology. The experience reinforced the importance of open, inclusive, and future-ready education at the school level.