‘Mozhigal’ was launched three years ago to improve students’ spoken English through games, video modules and frequently asked questions
However, school heads said that while the portal remains active, classes are rarely held. But there are several other activities and assignments that students take during these periods,” a headmaster said. Several students use the same computer, making it difficult for them to learn,” said a govt school teacher. Additionally, the respective block education officers should carry out regular inspections to see if the classes are progressing smoothly,” said M Ramalakshmi, a retired school head.
“In the first two years, there were dedicated periods for the subject, and students and teachers were keen on taking them. In the past year, there is no allocated period and the classes are taken for students during the hi-tech lab period. Teachers also called for making spoken English compulsory to prompt greater departmental attention. “Students should be graded for spoken English too. The subject should at least be made part of internal assessments.