Delhi University Approves Online Course Credit Proposal Amid Controversy
DU academic council clears online course credit proposal despite objections
Hindustan Times
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Delhi University's academic council has approved a proposal allowing students to earn 5% of their total credits from online courses offered by SWAYAM and other Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) platforms. Despite objections from some council members regarding educational quality, the proposal will now proceed to the executive council for final approval.
- 01The proposal allows students to earn 5% of their total credits from online courses.
- 02Concerns were raised about the potential decline in educational quality due to the integration of online courses.
- 03The Semester Away Program (SAP) will enable students to study at foreign institutions for one semester.
- 04The proposal includes provisions for bridge courses to align online learning with university standards.
- 05The council also approved new postgraduate programs and self-learning materials for open learning courses.
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On Wednesday, Delhi University's academic council approved a controversial proposal permitting students to earn 5% of their total credits from online courses offered by SWAYAM and other Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) platforms. Despite objections from elected members who expressed concerns about the potential decline in educational quality, the proposal will be forwarded to the executive council, which is set to meet on April 29. Members highlighted that the online courses could deviate by up to 40% from university teachings, raising questions about the responsibility of faculty to ensure course quality. The proposal also introduces a Semester Away Program (SAP), allowing students to study at foreign institutions for one semester, expected to launch in the 2026-27 academic session. The university aims to support financially disadvantaged students from various backgrounds to participate in this program. Additionally, the council approved new one-year postgraduate programs and self-learning materials for open learning courses.
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This proposal could significantly affect the academic experience of Delhi University students by integrating online learning into their curriculum, potentially altering traditional teaching methods.
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