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| With immense pride and pleasure, I am submitting a summary report of the activities carried out by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Government Arts & Science College, Balussery-673612, Kerala. Being an institution at its inception stage, the entire spectrum of activities are planned to hasten its growth momentum with definite and earmarked objectives of long-term excellence. CAS Promotion/Placement Proposal(s) The first activity taken by the IQAC was the processing of the CAS placement proposals received from the teachers for their promotion. There were two teachers whose promotion is due and are eligible for apply as per the guidelines issued by the DCE. As IQAC shall act the documentation and record keeping agency for the processing of CAS proposals, necessary arrangements have been made to process the proposals for making it available full proof before the Screening cum Evaluation Committee. The proposals were submitted to the DCE along with all supporting documents as prepared by the IQAC and both of the teachers got their placement subsequently.Workshop on PBAS & UGC Regulations 2018: Performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS) is a system envisaged by the UGC based on Academic Performance Indicators (APIs) in recruitments and Career Advancement Scheme (CAS) promotions of University/College Teachers. As specified in the UGC Regulations (Minimum qualification for appointment of Teachers and other academic staff in Universities and Colleges and other measures for the maintenance of standards in higher education), 2018, it is mandatory for any teacher of higher education to have a minimum API score in different categories of assessment. It is in the context, an ‘Interactive Session cum Workshop’ on the ‘Performance Based Assessment System (PBAS) and the UGC and DCE Regulations 2018’ was organized for the teachers of the college on Thursday, 23rd of January, 2020 at the ORICE Hall. The session was handled by P. Noufal, Head of the Department of Development Economics and Coordinator, IQAC. Below listed teachers from the college were participated in the programme.
Workshop on MOOC: Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) are the free online courses that provide a most flexible way to learn new skills by delivering quality learning contents. MOOCs integrate social networking and accessible online resources so as to ensure quality educational experiences at scale. UGC promotes the development of MOOC courses and as such it occupies a prominent domain in the API scoring of the teachers. Having been recognised the importance and imperative of MOOC courses, an Interactive Session on ‘Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC)’ was organised for the teachers on Tuesday, 28th of January, 2020. The session was handled by Mr. Damodar Prasad, Director, Educational Multimedia Research Centre, University of Calicut. Below listed teachers from the college were participated in the programme.
Dr. B.R Ambedkar Memorial Lecture Series: First of its kind in the history of the college since its inception in 2013, the department of development economics opens up an opportunity for the conduct of an ‘Annual Ambedkar Memorial Lecture Series’ in memory of and tribute to the great visionary and constitutional architect of India, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. The first lecture in the series was convened on 12th of December, 2019 and has been delivered by Dr. M. Kunhaman, Professor (Retired), School of Rural Development, Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai. The IQAC acknowledges such academic initiatives of the college with all its due spirit. National Seminar on Higher Education in India: In association with the department of languages and with the financial support of the Department of Collegiate Education, Government of Kerala, the department of development economics of the college organised a 3-day national seminar on ‘Higher Education in India in the Neo-Liberal Policy Regime: Concerns and Opportunities’ during 13-15 of December, 2019. The programme has explored the multifaceted dimensions and prospects of the New Educational Policy within the ambit of the neo-liberal policy regime. IQAC monitors such academic initiatives of various departments of the college with greater enthusiasm and support. National Seminar on Empowerment of Tribal Women in South India: As a token of appreciation to the profound zest and dedicated efforts of Dr. M. Sukumaran, faculty member in the department of development economics of the college, the National Commission for Women granted its approval and financial assistance to the department of development economics for the conduct of one of its flagship initiatives for women empowerment, that is, a 2-day national seminar on ‘Gender and Domestic Violence- Problems and Prospects of Empowering Tribal Women in South India.’ It was conducted by the department on 28th & 29th of February, 2020. By this, the department as well as the college is being honoured by the National Commission for Women (NCW), Government of India for its initiatives and as such strengthens the department/institution for the taking up of collaborated projects from similar agencies from and outside the country. IQAC is enlightened to become part of such a great initiative. National/International Webinars on Physical Literacy Interventions: Physical literacy is the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge, and understanding to value and take responsibility for engagement in physical activities for a quality life. Good physical literacy can help people maintain their independence and make physical adaptations when facing the challenges. Having been recognised this fact, the Department of Physical Education in association with the IQAC has organised 6 National and 1 International Webinar(s) on the theme ‘Physical Literacy Interventions’ during July-August, 2020. Experts from in and outside the country have participated to deliver their sessions and the number of participants in and outside the State shows the wider acceptance of such innovative initiatives hosted by the college. The initiative and efforts taken by Dr. Ajesh C.R., faculty member of the department of physical education for the systematic organisation of the webinars is highly appreciated. Plan Fund Proposal for 2020-2021: Proposal as detailed below and for Rs. 1082000/- has been submitted by the IQAC for its proposed activities and infrastructure strengthening during the year 2020-2021.
Database for SSR: In order to become a ‘brand icon’ in the realm of higher education in the country, the institution requires mandatory assessment and accreditation by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) of the UGC. The process follows a holistic, systematic and objective approach for institutional improvement in terms of its ‘quality’. As it provides an opportunity for the institution to (i) measure its effectiveness and efficiency, (ii) identify its strengths and weaknesses and (iii) take necessary steps for improvement, it becomes imperative for the college to prepare and become eligible for accreditation. As a first step towards this goal, it requires the preparation of the Self Study Report (SSR). Concluding Observations: The depth and breadth of activities that come under the operational framework of the IQAC should go on extensively so as to accomplish the institution its cherished goal of sustainable excellence in academic, institutional and societal pursuits. Individuals do not matter; it is the institution that matters in its efficacy. I do believe that I have performed my best in discharging my duties as assigned to me. As I am transferred to Government College, Kodanchery and will be relieved on 3rd of September, 2020, I am submitting this report and do handover the duty of Coordinator, IQAC to the Principal. Noufal Coordinator, IQAC |
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