Self Study Report
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Self Study Report Elphinstone College, Mumbai SSR- 2016 Page 1 Contents PREFACE...................................................................................................................................................... 4 Part – A ........................................................................................................................................................ 13 (Profile of the College) ................................................................................................................................ 13 Profile of the College ................................................................................................................................... 14 Part- B .......................................................................................................................................................... 22 (Criteria wise inputs) ................................................................................................................................... 22 CRITERION I: CURRICULAR ASPECTS ........................................................................................................ 23 CRITERION II: TEACHING- LEARNING AND EVALUATION ........................................................................ 34 CRITERION III: RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION ................................................................... 57 CRITERION IV: INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES .............................................................. 84 CRITERION V: STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION .......................................................................... 99 CRITERION VI: GOVERNANCE, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT ........................................................ 115 CRITERION VII: INNOVATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES............................................................................ 136 Part C ......................................................................................................................................................... 146 (Evaluative reports of the departments) ..................................................................................................... 146 Certificate of Compliance .......................................................................................................................... 263 Declaration by the Head of the Institution ................................................................................................. 264 Post Accreditation Initiatives..................................................................................................................... 265 Annexure-I : AISHE Certificate ................................................................................................................ 267 Annexure- II : Certificate of accreditation. ............................................................................................... 268 Annexure III-Peer Team Report of Previous Accreditation. ..................................................................... 269 Annexure IV: UGC Grant Letter ............................................................................................................... 282 Annexure V: Affidavit for re-issuing 2(f) and 12(b) certificates............................................................... 285 Annexure VI: Link to UGC list of colleges under 2(f) & 12(b) ................................................................ 287 Annexure VII: Master Plan of the Institution ............................................................................................ 288 Elphinstone College, Mumbai SSR- 2016 Page 2 Elphinstone College, Mumbai SSR- 2016 Page 3 PREFACE Elphinstone College is one of the premier institutions of higher education in India with a legacy of 160 years. The College was established in 1856. Even before the University of Mumbai, to which it was later affiliated. The list of eminent alumni nurtured and nourished by the College not only consists of those revered for their contributions in India‘s freedom struggle, but also those who have left their mark in the making of independent India in various fields such as judiciary, literature, media, sports, commerce, science and industry. It might be the only institution of higher learning in India which can boast of four Bharat Ratna awardees as it alumni. The College has 29 departments within Arts Science and Commerce streams, besides two self finance courses, which are B.Sc. in Information Technology and Bio-Technology. Rising student enrollment and high rank in the top institutions of higher education as revealed by the media survey indicate that the College retains its drive and ability to mould the youth of the country. Having been accredited with an ‗A‘ grade by NAAC it is undoubtedly a matter of honor to present the Re-accreditation report. Executive Summary It is gratifying to submit this Re-Accreditation report which has given us an opportunity to review our progress since our first accreditation. Needless to say, it has been a daunting task to encapsulate all the milestones achieved in this limited space. Nevertheless, we present an audit of accomplishments in various criteria laid down by NAAC for assessment of Higher Education Institutions, as well as the challenges ahead by way of a SWOC analysis. 1. Curricular Aspects: As an affiliated institution the College runs courses in Arts, Science and Commerce besides B.Sc. IT and B.Sc. Bio-tech as per the syllabi recommended by the University of Mumbai. Yet it must be noted that many of the teaching faculty are in a position to make suitable changes in the syllabi as members of Board of Studies. Others attend orientation courses whenever the syllabi are revised. This enables appropriate transaction of syllabi translating the aims of the revision into actual learning outcome. The subject combinations available to students are redone after a periodic review to suit their preferences and employment potential. Besides the faculty works on providing supplementary courses in the form of bridge courses to facilitate ease of learning, add-on courses to enhance employability of students and remedial courses to improve performance in examinations. Thus though syllabi of the degree courses are stipulated, additional courses are designed with interests and capabilities of the students in mind. Elphinstone College, Mumbai SSR- 2016 Page 4 2. Teaching Learning and Evaluation As a government institution the teaching faculty is selected after recommendations from the Maharashtra Public Service Commission after a rigorous interview and written test. This ensures recruitment of quality teachers. College is proud to have dedicated teachers with long years of experience as well as young and energetic achievers, of whom a good number have completed their doctoral research while many others are in the process. Teachers use ICT and other student-friendly techniques to convert information into knowledge. Project presentations, wall papers prepared by students, workshops, industrial and field visits, talks by experts, activities conducted by several co-curricular bodies in the form of quiz, essay, poster competitions etc. stimulate the imagination of students and improve their appetite for learning. Several departments have initiated ‗Study Circles‘ wherein hi-performing students interact with their peers to elevate the overall performance of the class. College follows semester pattern of examination along with internal examination within a term to ensure continuity and effectiveness in the learning process. Answer books are masked to ensure objectivity in assessment. Facilities for verification of marks as well as re-evaluation of answer books are provided to aggrieved students. Remedial classes are conducted for students who wish to improve their performance in examinations. 3. Research Consultancy and Extension: Most members of the faculty are constructively engaged in research activity, culminating into major or minor projects, or publications including articles in recognized journals, national dailies, books or chapters in edited books. College has Research Committee where information about various scholarships available at national and international levels is kept ready for aspiring teachers. The Committee has held workshops in collaboration with IQAC providing useful tips in academic writing, accessing grants for holding workshops and conferences etc. The committee scrutinizes the proposals of major/ minor projects and offers suggestions whenever needed. Several staff members have completed their doctoral research by accessing Faculty Improvement Program under the UGC. Staff members have acquired patents and have provided consultancy to institutions at State and international levels. College has regularly held seminars conferences and workshops of State, National and International level thus creating an environment conducive to scientific temper and desire to explore. Personalities of great eminence in every field of human endeavor have visited the College through these events and special talks arranged by various departments. These Elphinstone College, Mumbai SSR- 2016 Page 5 interactions reenergize the faculty and students. College has an active wing of NSS. The volunteers have contributed to the society by way of carrying out blood-donation campaigns, cleanliness drive, tree- plantation, besides undertaking rural development activities in annual camps. The Women Development Cell has undertaken innovative steps to