Interdisciplinary Course 2 (IC2) - Semester 2 - Critical Analysis of Time Table - Mumbai University - Oriental College of Education - DiivakarJha6

1. Oriental Education Society
ORIENTAL COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, SANPADA
F.Y.B.Ed
COURSE : Interdisciplinary Course 2 (IC2)
SUBJECT NAME : Educational Management
ASSIGNMENT TOPIC : Critical Analysis of Time Table
Submitted for the fulfilment of Two Year
Bachelor’s degree of Education
For the year
2021
(SEM-II)
Submitted to: Submitted by:
Prof. Swarnalata Soni Name: Divakar Jha
Roll No. 10
Date: 05th
July, 2021

2. Time Table
× Introduction:
The main function of a school is to organize
teaching‐learning of different classes and different teaching subjects. It
requires a daily schedule of teaching activities. The daily schedule of
teaching courses or subjects for different classes is known as school
time‐table. Generally school time table is prepared in two forms: Class
wise school time‐table and teacher wise time‐table. A unit time table of
class section is also prepared by the class‐ teacher.It indicates the
specific teaching activities from Monday to Saturday.The school time‐
table is a guide line for organizing teaching activities and functioning of
schools.
× Meaning: -
The school time‐table is the chart in a school showing the
daily allotment of time among the several subjects,activities and
classes. What a school stands for and how it functions can be
assessed from the school time‐table. It is a mirror that reflects
the entire educational programme followed in the school. It is the
‘spark plug ‘of the school which sets its various activities and
programmes in to action.
× Definition: -
“A list or table of events arranged according to the time
when they take place.”
“A schedule showing a planned order or sequence.”
“Written or printed list activities and the time what will be
done.”

3. Benefits of the timetable
◊ A timetable helps us to be more punctual, efficient and effective.
◊ Timetable is effective in time utilization and punctuality.
◊ reducing stress
◊ Gaining effective time utilization
◊ Reducing avoidance while promoting reviews
◊ eliminating cramming
◊ Managing time helps us to stay motivated while we avoid
procrastination.
◊ We tend to complete important things on time this way, and
there is no burden during the final days.
◊ There is a constant pressure to complete things and most of the
times without proper planning people end up with high-stress
level and poor performance,and this, in turn, leads to some health
disorders
Types of Time Table

4. × Consolidated Timetable (Master Timetable): -
The master timetable will have comprehensive
information about teacher-wise and class-wise time-slot allocation in
a single view. This timetable is usually kept in the principal’s room or
chief administrator’s room. In a way, it is a consolidated timetable
helpful for the principal to supervise the teachers.This timetable helps
the principal or HOD (Head of the Department)to swap classes or
re-allocate teachers according to unforeseen events like the leave of a
teacher or unavailability of a classroom.
× Class Timetable: -
This is the most familiar timetable for all
of us. This timetable contains all the subject teacher allocations done
for the working days in the week for a particular class. Each class in
the school will have an individual class-wise timetable. This timetable
will also contain time-slot allocations for non-teaching periods like
free time, games, extra-curricular activities, etc..
Other than the above major timetable types,the following time-tables
are derived from the master-timetable to enhance the administrative
experience of the school.
1. Free Period Timetable:-
This timetable contains the vacant
period info of all teachers.This is usually kept in the principal’s or
admin chief’s room so that the efficient allocation of teachers can be
done by looking at the free periods available all across the institution.
2. Teacher’s Timetable: -
As the name suggests,this is exclusive to
the teachers.They can check their classes on a daily, weekly and
monthly basis and plan their lessons accordingly.

5. 3. Games/Sports Timetable:-
As the name indicates this timetable contains
the different games and sports played using the indoor and outdoor
playfields in the school. This timetable is managed by the Principal as
well as the physical education head of the school. This timetable helps
to coordinate the grounds and indoor playrooms effectively.
4. Homework Timetable:-
This is not followed in all the schools.
Even though regular homework is assigned to students,a fixed
timetable is not given to parents and students to follow at home. With
the homework timetable, it is possible to balance the time spent on
different subjects at home. This will help parents to allocate the time
for different homework assignments.
5. Vacant Periods Timetable: -
A special timetable showing the
vacant periods of all the teachers is also prepared.So if on a
particular day, one or more teachers are absent,the Headmaster
must keep their classes busy in one way or the other. And the
best way of doing this job is to consult the vacant period’s
timetable and send those teachers to their classes who are free
in those periods.
Principles of Time Table Construction
1. Type of School:
We see firstly whether the school is girls/boys oriented or
co-educational, rural or urban, secondary or senior secondary.We
determine the nature of activities involved in the school accordingly
special needs of a school is to be taken into consideration while framing
the time table.

6. 2. DepartmentRegulations:
The state department of education fixes length of the
school year, and its terms i.e., when an academic year starts and when
it ends,the duration of the school day and even the number of periods
for each subject.
3. Amount of time available:
Time table is framed keeping in view available time i.e., the
length of the school year and total number of holidays.
4. Principle of Justice:
While assigning work, special care has to be taken that
 Each teacher is assigned those subjects who he/she feels
his/her best qualified to teach.
 He/she does not teach in more than two departments.
 Teaching load for every teacher is about equal to that of others.
5. Relative Importance and Difficulty Value of Subjects:
The time dedicated to a subject should be at per the
importance of it and its difficulty value. There are certain socio-
economic considerations that determine the importance of a subject in
the school curriculum and accordingly, time is allotted to them in the
time table.
6. Incidence of Fatigue:
The element of fatigue influences the construction of
school time-table a number of ways. Children arc fatigued at certain
periods or certain days. It is not only physical but also psychological in
nature. It results in a definite weakening of attention and diminishing
interest and effects of learning.

7.  Work Rate:
Some subjects are more fatiguing than others.They
involve more mental strain and effort. Such subjects are taught
during early hours when the student’s mind is fresh.
 Mental freshness is the greatest in the morning. This is also true
after recess.The order of subjects causing strain is as follows:
(i) Mathematics (ii) English (iii) Hindi
(iv) Science (v) Social Sciences (vi) Science Practical’s
(vii) Drawing/Physical Education.
 The fatigue principle is true for daysof the week also.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are considered to be the
best days in which maximum work can be done.
 Younger children are more quickly fatigued. The duration of a
class period for them does not exceed 30 to 35 minutes.
 Seasons too cause fatigue. In summer due to heat we do not like
to work.
7. Principle of Variety:
It has been seen experimentally that change of
room, seat and posture usually is an antidote against weakness.It is
applied on both students and teachers.Variety can be introduced in the
following manners:
o No subject except science practical should be kept for two
consecutive periods.
o The same class should not set in the same room for the whole
day.

8. o The same teacher should not have two consecutive periods in the
same class.
o If a subject is taught only 2/3 times a week, periods should follow
at intervals.
o The physical training periods, science practical and drawing work
allow a change.
8. Free Periods for Teachers:
We should provide free periods for teachers so as to
increase their efficiency and also to provide time for their correction
work.
9. Principle of Play and Recreation:
Careful attention needs to be given to provide for
rest and recreation and provision for various co-curricular activities
should also be made in the time table, to avoid monotony.
10. MaximumUtilization of Resources:
The qualification, experience,room size should
always be kept in mind so as to make the maximum use of all the
resources and avoided wastage or under-utilization of resources.
11. Elasticity:
The time table should have a flexibility so as to work
the teachers smoothly.

9. × About: -
In 2004, St. Xavier’s High
School was launched. St.
Xavier's High School is
located in Airoli, Thane.
The children get the most
out of their education as
they are taught by a team of professional and dedicated faculties in
this State Board School. The school provides education to students
from class 1 to 10. 6245 is approximately the current student
strength of this school. This school's library has 3000 books.
Ratio of Student and Teacher 49:1
Total No. of Student 6,245
Total No. of Teachers 169
School Shift
Morning Shift – 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Afternoon Shift – 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Time Table - IX - E - St. Xavier’s High School (Airoli)
St. Xavier’s HigH scHool (airoli)

10. Analysis: -
It provides co-education and gives equal status to both
the genders. The school provides formal education. Teachers are well
qualified and trained in their respective subject.
2. Department Regulation
Factor (Day Schedule) Observation at St.
Xavier’s School
Duration of School Day 7:10 to 12:30
No. of period per week for each subject (Work wise):
English 6
Hindi 5
Marathi 5
Maths-I (Algebra) 5
Maths-II (geometry) 5
Science – 1 4
Science – 2 4
History and Political Science 4
Geography 4
SKG 2
Physical Training (PT) 1
Social Development (S.D) 3
1. Type of School
Factor (Day Schedule) Observation at St. Xavier’s
School
1. Type of College Co-Education
2. Type of Location Urban
3. Level of Education Higher Secondary
4. Type of School Formal Education
Critical Analysis of Time Table
Grade : - IX - E
School : - St. Xavier’s High School
(Maharashtra Board), Navi Mumbai - 400701

11. Analysis: -
St. Xavier’s School is working 6 days a week
for 5 ½ hours. Maximum emphasizes is given on the major subjects which
are history and geography, Science, English, Maths and Hindi since these
subjects are going to be continued in higher education. Thus, periods are
equally distributed and equal weightage is given to all important subjects.
3. Amount of Time Available
Factor (Day Schedule) Observation at MHS & Jr.
College
1. Length of School Year June to April (10 Months)
2. Total no. of Holidays per
year
100 days
Analysis: -
ST. XAVIER’s follows the rules of State Board. Like other
State schools the academic year at St. Xavier’s begins in April and ends in
March of the next calendar year. Holidays are allotted as per MSBSHSE
rules: 2 month = summer vacation; 20 days = Diwali vacation; 15 days =
Christmas vacation; 5 days = Ganpati and on other festivals.
4. Principle of Justice
Factor (Day Schedule) Observation at St.
Xavier’s school
Qualification of Teacher
1. English B.A. (English
Literature), B.Ed.
2. Hindi B.A. (Hindi Literature),
B.Ed.
3. Marathi B.A. (Marathi), B.Ed.
4. Algebra B.Sc. (Maths), B.Ed.
5. Geometry B.Sc. (Maths), B.Ed.
6. Science – 1 B.Sc. (Science), B.Ed.
7. Science – 2 B.Sc. (Science), B.Ed.
8. History and PoliticalScience B.A. (History), B.Ed.
9. Geography B.A. (Geography), B.Ed.
10. Physical Training(PT) B.A., B.P.Ed.
11. Social Development (S.D) B.A. (Civics), B.Ed.

12. Analysis: -
ST. XAVIER’s maintains their reputation by providing well
educated and highly qualified teachers with a B.Ed. degree and
specialisation in their respective subjects. Maths, Science, Computer and
English teachers have to teach two subjects and the time table is arranged
as per the convenience of the teacher. Thus, the time table follows the
Principle of Justice. The workload is evenly distributed among the teachers
so they do not feel strained and overburdened.
5. Relative Importance And Difficulty Value of
Subjects
Factor (Day
Schedule)
Observation at ST. XAVIER’s
College
Subjects kept in morning
 Monday History, Geography, Geometry, Marathi
 Tuesday English, Hindi, Science-II, Algebra
 Wednesday English, Hindi, Geometry, Science-II
 Thursday English, Science-I, Geometry, Marathi
 Friday M.D., Self Development, SKG,
Science-II
 Saturday English, Marathi, Hindi, Self
development
Subjects kept after recess
 Monday SKG, Hindi, Algebra, Science- II,
English
 Tuesday Geometry, Geography,
Science-I, History, Marathi
 Wednesday History, Marathi, Algebra, Science-I,
Self Development
 Thursday Hindi, Algebra, Geometry, P.T., English
 Friday Geometry, Science-I, Algebra,
Geography, English
 Saturday History

13. Analysis: -
The time table ST. XAVIER’s is framed in such a manner
so that maximum amount of work can be completed during the second half.
Thus there are 4 periods in the first half and 5 period in second half of the
school day. The time table follows Principle 5 to some extent. This is
because on all days of the week (except Monday) the more difficult subjects
like Math, Science and English are placed in the first half of the school day.
Similarly, the periods for play and recreation such as Music, Dance, and
Library are placed post lunch.
6. Incidence of Fatigue
Factor (Day Schedule) Observation at St.
Xavier’s
Work rate Subjects in morning hours
1. English 30 Minutes
2. Hindi 30 Minutes
3. Marathi 30 Minutes
4. Algebra 30 Minutes
5. Geometry 60 Minutes
6. Science - 1 30 Minutes
7. Science - 2 30 Minutes
8. History and PoliticalScience 30 Minutes
9. Geography 30 Minutes
10. Physical Training(PT) 30 Minutes
11. Social Development (S.D) 30 Minutes
Work rate Subjects after recess
1. English 30 Minutes
2. Hindi 30 Minutes
3. Marathi 30 Minutes
4. Algebra 30 Minutes
5. Geometry 60 Minutes
6. Science – 1 30 Minutes
7. Science – 2 30 Minutes
8. History and PoliticalScience 30 Minutes
9. Geography 30 Minutes
10. Physical Training(PT) 30 Minutes
11. Social Development (S.D) 30 Minutes

14. Analysis: -
ST. XAVIER’s has kept the major subjects such as
Maths, Science, history and geography and Hindi for longer duration.
Subjects like Maths and Science that require attention and brain work are
placed before recess in the time table. Post break various extracurricular
activities are included to refresh the students’ minds. Thus, the time table
follows the principle of Incidence of Fatigue as it is arranged in such a way
that causes least amount of stress on students.
7. Principles of Variety
Factor (Day Schedule) Observation at ST.
XAVIER’s College
Presence of 2 consecutive period of
same subject
----
Same class in same room or
alteration of place
Yes
Teaching of same teacher for 2
consecutive class
Science -1, Geometry, Hindi
Internal of subjects in a week Yes
No. of period & frequency peer week
1. English 6
2. Hindi 6
3. Marathi 6
4. Algebra 3
5. Geometry 4
6. Science – 1 4
7. Science – 2 3
8. History and PoliticalScience 4
9. Geography 3
10. Physical Training(PT) 2
11.Social Development (S.D) 2
Analysis: -
Principle of Variety has been used while framing the time
table at ST. XAVIER’s Variety in terms of alteration of place is seen, so
students do not get bored sitting in the four walls of one classroom the

15. entire day. Similarly, subjects are evenly distributed and only the important
subjects like Maths, Science, history and geography and Hindi.
8. Free Periods For Teachers
Factor (Day Schedule) Observation at ST.
XAVIER’sCollege
Is there free period for teachers
(Yes/No)
Yes
1. English 2 Period
2. Hindi 2 Period
3. Marathi 2 Period
4. Algebra 3 Period
5. Geometry 3 Period
6. Science – 1 2 Period
7. Science – 2 3 Period
8. History and PoliticalScience 2 Period
9. Physical Training(PT) -
10. Social Development (S.D) -
Analysis: -
ST. XAVIER’s provides equal free periods to all
the teachers. This time is sufficient for teachers to prepare their notes,
experiment activities to be conducted, correction work of notebooks,
workbooks, exam papers, etc.
9. Principles of Play And Recreation
Factor (Day Schedule) Observation at ST. XAVIER’s
College
Provision for rest &
recreation co-curricular
activities
For Rest -
 15 min short break
 20 Min Long Break
Activity Details:
Duration/ Day/ Frequency
30 Minutes / day for 6 weeks
(Art, PT)

16. Analysis: -
ST. XAVIER’s provides two breaks to students throughout the
week- short break at 10:00 am for snacks/lunch. During the rest period
the get time to relax for a bit from their hectic schedule. The school also
provides co-curricular activities during school hours to enhance students’
hidden talents ensuring all round development.
10. Maximum Utilisation of Resources
Factor (Day Schedule) Observation at ST. XAVIER’s
College
No. of Classrooms & their
room size
100 rooms, 5 floor, Max 60 students in
each class
Grade lX – E 1 class room; 58 students
Practical Periods
Grade lX – E 1 class / week
Sports Periods
Grade lX - E 1 class / week
Analysis: -
ST. XAVIER’s has enough classrooms as per the requirement
of students. The school follows the SSA criteria for teacher to pupil ratio
i.e. 1:49. Since, grade IX division E has only 58 students, teachers can
efficiently and smoothly deliver lessons while also managing the class and
giving attention to each and every student.
11. Elasticity
Factor (Day Schedule) Observation at ST.
XAVIER’sCollege
1. Total no. of Holidays per year Sufficient
2. Overall equality of Teaching Equal
3. Duration of class grade wise Medium
4. Presence of 2 consecutive
period of same subject
Not at all
5. Teaching of same teacher for 2
consecutive class
Not at all
6. Free period for teacher Frequent

17. Analysis: -
ST. XAVIER’s provides sufficient holidays per year. The
workload is evenly distributed so teachers have equal teaching load. The
duration of class grade wise is medium. The teachers with 2 subjects are
not overburdened with work as subjects are evenly distributed throughout
the week. Also, the teachers are provided with enough free periods and
consecutive classes are less frequent.
CONCLUSION: -
The time table ST. XAVIER’s College, Airoli is framed
appropriately keeping the various Principles in mind. The time table is
prepared as per the mental ability and age group of the students, ensuring
that they are not overburdened or stressed due to academics.
The school time, academic work, holidays are all
properly and systematically arranged. Co-curricular activities are
appropriately placed post lunch break in order to refresh the students’
minds since by the end of the school day they are mentally tired and worn
out and are in dire need of a break from academics.
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