NATH VALLEY SCHOOL
GUIDELINES FOR PROJECT (2024-25)
CLASS: XI SUBJECT: ENGLISH
CHOOSE A TOPIC OF YOUR CHOICE AND COMPLETE THE PROJECT ON IT.
THE PROJECT INCLUDES WRITTEN REPORT AS WELL AS VIVA.
Project Portfolio (Written Project File) + Viva: 20 Marks
SUGGESTIONS TO CHOOSE A TOPIC
a) Interview-Based research:
Example:
Students can choose a topic on which they do their research/ interview, e.g. a student
can choose the topic: “Evolving food tastes in my neighbourhood” or “Corona
pandemic and the fallout on families.” Read the available literature.
The student then conducts interviews with a few neighbours on the topic. For an
interview, with the help of the teacher, student will frame questions based on the
preliminary research/background.
The student will then write an essay/ write up / report etc. up to 1000 words on his/her
research and submit it. He / She will then take a viva on the research project. The project
can be done individually or in pairs/ groups.
b) Students listen to podcasts/ interviews/radio or TV documentary on a topic and
prepare a report countering or agreeing with the speakers.
Write an 800 - 1000 words report and submit. Take a viva on the report.
c) Students create their own Video/ Audio, after writing a script.
Students decide on a topic, write the script and prepare the Video /Audio.
d) Students write, direct and present a theatrical production, /One act play
This will be a project which will be done as a team. It will involve planning, preparation
and presentation. In short, various language skills will be utilised. There will be
researching, discussion, writing the script, auditioning and ultimately producing the play.
The project will end with a presentation and subsequently a viva. Teachers will be able to
assess the core language skills of the students and help them grow as 21st century critical
thinkers.
The Project-Portfolio (Written Project) should include the following -
● Cover page, with title of project, school details/details of students
● Certificate of completion under the guidance of the teacher
● Acknowledgement
● Introduction
● The 800-1000 words essay/Report.
● Materials such as scripts for the theatre/role play, questionnaires for interview, written
assignments, essays, survey-reports and other material evidence of learning progress and
academic accomplishment. (Depending on the nature of the project)
● If possible, Photographs that capture the positive learning experiences of the student(s).
● List of resources/bibliography.
The following points will be considered while assessing the written Project
and Presentation-
● Quality of content of the project
● Accuracy of information
● Adherence to the specified timeline
● Content in respect of (spellings, grammar, punctuation)
● Clarity of thoughts and ideas
● Creativity
● Contributions by group members (for group projects)
● Knowledge and experience gained
POINTS TO REMEMBER
Students can prepare the project individually or in group. Only one project file per group
should be presented. Everyone’s contribution is necessary.
Use A4 size papers or project papers and file all the pages properly in a file. (not a
folder)- DO NOT USE PLASTIC FOLDERS OR FILES.
The project should be essentially handwritten. (Cover page, Certificate of Completion
and Acknowledgement may be printed)
Prepare for the Viva.
Date of Submission of the Project – Monday, 3 February 2025
