Delhi University Advises Colleges to Refrain from Scheduling Consecutive Value Addition Courses

Delhi University has urged colleges to avoid scheduling consecutive theory or practical Value Addition Courses (VAC) to enhance students' learning experiences. However, the new guidelines have faced criticism from academic community members who feel the changes are insufficient and overlook procedural issues.

Delhi University has issued a directive to its colleges, advising them not to schedule two consecutive theory or practical Value Addition Courses (VAC) to ensure a better learning experience for students. The university noted that some colleges had been scheduling back-to-back VAC classes, a practice deemed detrimental.

The directive also specifies that colleges should allocate no more than two hours per day for these VAC courses. 'These guidelines must be strictly followed,' the notification emphasized.

Despite the university's intentions, the new guidelines have been met with criticism from the academic community. Mithuraj Dhusiya, a member of the Delhi University Academic Council, described the changes as mere 'cosmetic' adjustments. Abha Dev, Associate Professor at Miranda House, highlighted the practical issues, noting that decisions regarding VAC slots are made by Cluster Coordinators appointed by the Competent Authority, not the colleges.

(With inputs from agencies.)