National Assessment for Scientific
Temperament & Aptitude

NASTA

It has been realized that there is a critical need to assess students’ knowledge and skill with a holistic approach to problem-solving and develop their perspectives from Rote Learning to Learning based on Knowing Applying and Reasoning. Therefore, KAMP’s National Assessment for Scientific Temperament & Aptitude (NASTA) assessment has been designed and aligned with the National Education Policy 2020,' to emphasize the development of the creative potential of each individual and develop their scientific temperament through excursions, training and assessment. Students of classes III–XII can participate in KAMP – NASTA.

NASTA Enhancing knowing, applying, and reasoning skills in students offers several significant benefits across various areas of their academic, personal, and professional development. Here are some key advantages:

  • Deeper Understanding and Retention of Knowledge
  • Practical Application of Knowledge
  • Enhanced Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Critical Thinking and Analytical Reasoning
  • Improved Decision-Making
  • Higher Order Cognitive Skills Development
  • Real-World Relevance and Preparedness
  • Increased Confidence and Independence
  • Versatility and Adaptability
  • Lifelong Learning Mindset
NEED OF NASTA
  • NASTA assess a comprehensive, integrated approach in mapping the scientific temperament of young brains.
  • Building a concept to develop an understanding of the scientific aspects of nature.
  • To help the student identify their hidden talent and provides a platform for self-assessment.
  • Mapping and help nurturing the scientific aptitude among students.
Impact and Outcome of NASTA
  • Identify learning outcome levels of students in India.
  • Comprehensive advisory for students/parents which will help in identifying the areas of strength.
  • Data and Analytics may support policymakers to analyze the current learner’s level.
  • Support schools to provide an enabling environment to identify students with unique skills by creating KAMP - Centre of Excellence (CoE) in schools.

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