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• Title: Employability Skills Textbook for Class XII

• Published by National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)

• ISBN: 978-93-5292-270-3

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• Employability Skills Textbook for Class XII

• NCERT Logo

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• First Edition: June 2020

• © National Council of Educational Research and Training, 2020

• Printed on 80 GSM paper with NCERT watermark

• Published by NCERT Publication Division, New Delhi

• All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without permission.

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• Foreword: Highlights the National Curriculum Framework–2005's recommendation for integrating work and education.

• Importance of vocational education and training for all children.

• Elevation of work as an educational activity that generates personal and social values.

• Emphasis on vocational education as a preferred option for livelihood.

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• Development of modular curricula for vocational subjects from Classes IX to XII by NCERT.

• Focus on generic skills necessary for various job roles, including communication and decision-making skills.

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• About the Textbook: Defines employability skills as soft skills essential for employers.

• Importance of communication, stress management, and self-management.

• Highlights the impact of digital technology on work responsibilities.

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• Recommendations for e-learning tools in classrooms, including the necessary technical setup for student engagement.

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• Acknowledgements: Recognition of contributors from various educational organizations and individuals.

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• Continued acknowledgments for assistance in the textbook's development.

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• Contents: Overview of units and sessions within the textbook, covering communication, self-management, ICT skills, entrepreneurship, and green skills.

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• Do You Know: The significance of free and compulsory education as a Fundamental Right under Article 21-A of the Indian Constitution, promoting education for all, particularly girls.

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• Unit 1: Communication Skills: Introduction to the basics of communication, emphasizing the importance of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

• Description of the key communication skills needed in various languages and environments.

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• This unit helps understand and develop effective communication skills.

• Emphasizes the importance of knowing multiple languages for better interaction in global settings.

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• Additional information about clarity, conciseness, and accuracy in communication.

• Examples demonstrating effective communication.

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• Listening Skills: Importance of listening in communication.

• Enumerating reasons for attentive listening, such as obtaining information and resolving conflicts.

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• Active listening described as an art form.

• Factors affecting active listening like eye contact, gestures, and feedback mechanisms.

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• Five stages of active listening (Receiving, Understanding, Remembering, Evaluating, Responding).

• Acronym RESPECT as a mnemonic to ensure effective listening.

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• Practical Exercise: Activities designed to foster active listening skills in various settings, including discussions and role-play.

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• Check Your Progress with scenarios to reinforce learning about active listening.

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• Session 2: Parts of Speech: Introduction to parts of speech and their roles in language.

• Mention of the importance of structure in sentence formation.

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• Basic rules for capitalization in writing, exemplified with sentences.

• Emphasis on correct punctuation marks and their usage.

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• Definitions and examples of the basic parts of speech (nouns, pronouns, etc.).

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• Exploration of supporting parts of speech and their functioning.

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• Practical Exercises: Group activities to identify or use parts of speech in real sentences.

• Check your progress with practical questions to assess knowledge of parts of speech.

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• Advanced learning activities concerning parts of speech and sentence structure.

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• Learning outcomes regarding parts of speech realization and usage practice.

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• Session 3: Writing Sentences: The structure of sentences explained.

• Types of sentences categorized as simple and complex.

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• Components of sentences explained (subject, verb, object).

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• Understanding direct and indirect objects within sentences.

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• Types of Sentences: Active and passive voice explored.

• Examples illustrating active vs. passive constructions.

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• Different types of sentences classified for clarity.

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• Practical Exercise: Group tasks focusing on creating and analyzing sentences.

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• Check Your Progress with various assessment methods.

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• Unit 2: Self-management Skills: Definition of self-management explained.

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• Importance of motivation in personal and professional success, describing intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.

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• Suggestions for maintaining a positive attitude detailed.

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• Overview of stress management strategies.

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• Practical Exercises: Activities that promote self-management through real-world applications.

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• Understanding result orientation and its significance in goal achievement.

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• Importance of setting clear and achievable goals with actionable plans.

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• Practical Exercise: Techniques for establishing personal goals and monitoring progress.

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• Emphasis on self-awareness and its role in personal growth.

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• Attributes defining entrepreneurial characteristics discussed.

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• Self-management techniques elaborated to support effective productivity.

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• Each entrepreneurial process has its own attributes including problem-solving and network building.

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• Understanding personality traits and barriers in entrepreneurship.

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• Practical strategies for maintaining healthy working relationships among diverse team members.

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• Recognition of dynamic organizational structures and their effect on personal effectiveness.

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• Unit 3: Information and Communication Technology Skills: Overview of utilizing spreadsheets and digital tools.

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• Introduction to spreadsheets: Benefits and usage explained with examples.

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• Step-by-step guide to opening the spreadsheet application.

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• Important components of a spreadsheet highlighted.

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• Instruction on entering data and utilizing formulas.

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• Basic operations in a spreadsheet elaborated.

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• Data management techniques, including entry, editing, and deletion.

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• Understanding advanced spreadsheet features and functions.

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• Formatting differences and why it is essential in professional settings explained.

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• Identifying methods for sorting, filtering, and protecting spreadsheet data.

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• Presentation Software: Overview of effective presentation fundamentals explained.

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• Steps to create and manage digital presentations outlined.

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• Interactive steps regarding text management and slide alterations provided.

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• Development of effective presentations through strategic design and content management.

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• Discussion on innovative contents that can enhance presentation efficacy.

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• Understanding advanced features and how they personalize digital presentations.

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• Guidelines for examining text elements in a presentation environment.

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• Practicums around formatting elements for optimum presentation attractiveness.

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• Engaging activities in group settings to improve skills in presentation preparation.

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• Entrepreneurship Skills: Essential to recognize entrepreneurial functions and mindsets.

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• Building entrepreneurial self-awareness and operational practices pushed as fundamental.

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• Various entrepreneurial types and their motivations explored.

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• Promoting community-specific opportunities discussed as a part of entrepreneurial development.

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• Green Skills: Outline of the importance of eco-friendly practices.

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• Projects showcasing vital green initiatives and job roles needed for sustainability.

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• Importance of implementing measures to protect environmental balance through green jobs.

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• Evaluating opportunities for personal growth through green practices and job development.

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• Encouragement for students to contribute to sustainability through specialized tasks and projects.

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• Understanding the importance of effective resource allocation and eco-friendly methods in entrepreneurship.

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• Unit Summary and Review: Course content recap structured according to knowledge gained throughout.