Delhi University Council Approves Controversial 5% Credit Plan
Delhi University council approves 5% credit plan amid dissent
The Hindu
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Delhi University's Academic Council has approved a proposal allowing students to earn 5% of their total credits through online courses. Despite opposition from faculty members who claimed the meeting was adjourned abruptly, the proposal passed by majority vote.
- 01Delhi University's Academic Council approved a 5% credit earning plan.
- 02The plan allows credits through SWAYAM and other MOOC platforms.
- 03Faculty members expressed dissent during the meeting.
- 04The meeting was reportedly adjourned abruptly amidst opposition.
- 05The proposal passed by a majority vote despite the controversy.
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The Academic Council of Delhi University (DU) has approved a new proposal allowing students to earn 5% of their total credits through online courses offered by SWAYAM and other massive open online course (MOOC) platforms. The decision, made on April 16, 2026, faced significant opposition from faculty members who alleged that their dissent was not adequately addressed, with claims that the meeting was abruptly adjourned while they were voicing their concerns. Despite the dissent, the proposal was passed by a majority vote, marking a significant shift in the university's approach to integrating online education into its credit system.
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This decision could enhance the learning opportunities for students at Delhi University by integrating online courses into their credit system.
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