NAAC SELF STUDY REPORT-DECEMBER 2015 GOVERNMENT OF KARNATAKA DEPARTMENT OF COLLEGIATE EDUCATION SMT I. S. YADAWAD GOVERNMENT FIRST GRADE COLLEGE, RAMDURG – 591 123 SELF STUDY REPORT (SSR) Submitted to National Assessment and Accreditation Council P.O. Box No.1075, Nagarbhavi, Bangalore- 560 072 DECEMBER 2015 Smt. I.S. Yadawad Government First Grade College, Ramdurg NAAC SELF STUDY REPORT-DECEMBER 2015 SMT. I. S. YADAWAD GOVERNMENT FIRST GRADE COLLEGE RAMDURG-591 123, BELGAUM DISTRICT, KARNATAKA E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.gfgcramdurg.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DECLARATION BY THE HEAD OF THE INSTITUTION I certify that the data included in this Self-study Report (SSR) are true to the best of my knowledge. This SSR is prepared by the institution after internal discussions, and no part thereof has been outsourced. I am aware that the Peer Team will validate the information provided in this SSR during the peer team visit. Signature of the Head of the institution With seal: Place: Ramdurg Date: Smt. I.S. Yadawad Government First Grade College, Ramdurg NAAC SELF STUDY REPORT-DECEMBER 2015 PREFACE It is a great opportunity to submit a SSR of our college to NAAC Bangalore for accreditation of cycle-I for the further sustenance, enhancement and improvement of the quality of our college. The college was established by Government of Karnataka in 2007 in Ramdurg town. The classes were initially held in the Government primary school building, Vidyachetan Complex till 2014. In the month of July-2014 the college obtained and shifted to its own building spread across 3 acres of land. The extension of this building is being carried out by the grants received from Government of Karnataka from time to time. The Smt. I. S. Yadawad Government First Grade College, Ramdurg was started with the vision of dedicating itself to empower the youth to excel their academic standards in the existing challenges through quality Education with ethical values and scientific temper. There has been a continuous process to motivate our students through various initiatives and grievance Redressal system to make them continue with their higher studies and encourage them to become good citizens. The college through its numerous activities like seminars, workshops and programs of different cells etc. have been trying to develop them not only academically but also in a holistic manner. Many more programs will also be taken up in the ongoing academic session to encourage and to build up their self confidence levels and also to help them realize their hidden talents and their potentialities. Our college has been giving its best to provide our students good infrastructure with computer and internet facilities and a good library to cater to all their course materials and valuable reference books. The college also provides a healthy and friendly ambience to our students to complete their studies and to shape up their personalities. This report is the outcome of the collective efforts of the entire college community. I highly appreciate the deep involvement and sincerity as well as collaborative efforts of the entire team. As a premier and responsible educational institution, the college has created a niche for it in the region along with its efforts that stamps its mark on the world education map by adopting innovative initiatives, acquiring new skills and employing new techniques. Hope we shall have the pleasure of hearing soon from you about your decision on Peer Team visit for the inspection. Principal Smt. I.S. Yadawad Government First Grade College, Ramdurg NAAC SELF STUDY REPORT-DECEMBER 2015 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT It gives me an immense pleasure to express my gratitude in submitting the Self Study Report of Smt. Iramma Shivalingappa Yadawad Government First Grade College, Ramdurg, Belagavi district to NAAC for assessment and accreditation. I would like to acknowledge the support and inspiration extended by my well- wishers in the completion and submission of this Report. At the outset I would like to thank the Principal Secretary, Department of Higher education, Commissioner, Director, Additional Director, Joint Director and Staff of the Department of Collegiate Education, Bangalore. Further I extend my thanks to the Joint director and the staff, Regional Office of the Department of Collegiate Education, Dharwad for their support and encouragement. I owe my thanks to Dr. Anandkumar S. Lalasangi, Principal for his constant support at every stage of NAAC process and also being the guiding force behind SSR submission. My deep sense of gratitude to Dr. Siddalingaswamy, Co-ordinator, QAC, Department of Collegiate Education, Bangalore for constant guidance and sparing precious time to review the NAAC report for providing valuable suggestions. I will be failing in my duty if I do not acknowledge the services and support rendered by the NAAC and Steering Committee, Heads of all the Departments, Conveners and Members of Various Committees, teaching and non-teaching faculty members and Students for the valuable inputs. I extend my thanks to Mr. Sanjeev Kuganavar, Bell Tech software services Pvt. Ltd. for designing and hosting the college website. I extend my heartfelt thanks to one and all, who have spared their precious time to extend their valuable suggestions, support and co-operation. Dr. H. B. Mahantesh Steering Committee Coordinator Smt. I.S. Yadawad Government First Grade College, Ramdurg NAAC SELF STUDY REPORT-DECEMBER 2015 INDEX SL PAGE CONTENT NO NO 1 PART I 1.1 Vision and Mission 2 1.2 Goals and Objectives 3 Executive Summary inclusive of the SWOC analysis of the 1.3 5 institution 1.4 Profile of the Institution 10 PART II Evaluative Report - Criteria-wise 2.1 Criterion I Curricular Aspects 21 2.2 Criterion II Teaching, Learning and Evaluation 30 2.3 Criterion III Research, Consultancy and Extension 48 2.4 Criterion IV Infrastructure and Learning Resources 70 2.5 Criterion V Student Support and Progression 85 2.6 Criterion VI Governance, Leadership and Management 98 2.7 Criterion VII Innovations and Best Practices 110 3 PART III Evaluative Report - Department-wise 3.1 KANNADA 124 3.2 ENGLISH 133 3.3 HISTORY 140 3.4 ECONOMICS 145 3.5 POLITICAL SCIENCE 152 3.6 SOCIOLOGY 156 3.7 EDUCATION 162 3.8 PHYSICS 166 3.9 MATHEMATICS 172 3.10 COMPUTER SCIENCE 177 3.11 CHEMISTRY 182 3.12 COMMERCE AND MANAGEMENT 186 INFORMATION ABOUT LIBRARY FACILITIES AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION 3.13 LIBRARY 194 3.14 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 199 Smt. I.S. Yadawad Government First Grade College, Ramdurg NAAC SELF STUDY REPORT-DECEMBER 2015 PART -1 Smt. I.S. Yadawad Government First Grade College, Ramdurg 1 NAAC SELF STUDY REPORT-DECEMBER 2015 VISION Empower the youth to excel their academic standards in the existing challenges through quality Education with ethical values and scientific temper. MISSION The institution is the platform for an individual’s holistic development and to utilize the latest facilities and cutting edge techniques to prepare the students to face the present challenges of their career. Our college seeks to infuse life skills and human values through extensive activities so that younger generation develops human values and shoulders the responsibility of building a developed and prosperous Nation. Smt. I.S. Yadawad Government First Grade College, Ramdurg 2 NAAC SELF STUDY REPORT-DECEMBER 2015 Goals and Objectives The Objectives and goals of our college help the students to strengthen their employability in all spheres of life. To impart education to the rural and economically weaker section students and enhance their academic standards. To develop virtues like discipline, leadership, patriotism and selfless service. To integrate the use of advanced technology. To generate self-employment opportunities. To prepare the youth for the application of their knowledge to the wider community. Smt. I.S. Yadawad Government First Grade College, Ramdurg 3 NAAC SELF STUDY REPORT-DECEMBER 2015 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Smt. I.S. Yadawad Government First Grade College, Ramdurg 4 NAAC SELF STUDY REPORT-DECEMBER 2015 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Smt. I. S. Yadawad Government First Grade College, Ramdurg, has been in existence for nearly 9 years catering to varied needs of aspirants hailing from diverse rural society. The Institution is providing best education to large number of students belonging to scheduled caste, scheduled tribe, OBC, poor, less-privileged, marginalized and all other weaker sections of the society at affordable cost as directed by the Government of Karnataka at the UNDER-GRADUATE level. The college is affiliated to Rani Channamma University, Belagavi and is recognized by the UGC under 2(f). It has about 1110 students with 654 male and 456 female students. The college has four UG programs; The College aims to start more value- added courses in the years to come. Co-curricular activities are conducted to provide better environment for students so that they can improve their knowledge and enhance their potential. The college organizes remedial classes and bridge courses for weaker students. It gives them an opportunity to identify their weaknesses and get required help from the concerned teacher. Curricular Aspects The Institute is affiliated to Rani Channamma University, Belagavi and follows the syllabus prescribed by this university. The college offers a 3 years (6 semesters) Bachelor of degree course. Value added courses, enrichment programs and soft skill are conducted during the course of the semester, in order to inculcate professionalism and transform the students as good human beings along with their academic growth. Teachers are provided all support in terms of requirement of equipment, books and other facilities. Staff members are motivated to attend workshops, seminars and enroll for higher studies. Feedback regarding curriculum and areas for enrichment is taken from all the stakeholders like Industry professionals, Alumni, Academicians, Parents etc. The IQAC takes up appropriate actions based on this feedback, by conducting enrichment programs and seminars for students/staff.