Galsi Mahavidyalaya established the Internal Quality Assurance Cell to improve teaching and learning facilities. These improvements aim to create a better educational environment for undergraduate students. The Quality Assurance Cell describes the steps taken by the cell and what are their impact on academic progress.
Initiatives Taken & Implemented by IQAC
1. Enhancing Classroom Infrastructure
Modern classrooms play a vital role in making learning more interactive and engaging.
- Galsi Mahavidyalaya has implemented smart boards, projectors, and sound systems to support multimedia-based teaching.
- The Galsi Mahavidyalaya has supported the lighting and ventilation systems to provide a comfortable learning environment.
2. Upgrading Laboratories and Workshops
Laboratories are essential for practical learning, and IQAC has ensured they are well-equipped.
- Advanced laboratory equipment has been procured for the Geography department, providing hands-on experience with the latest technology.
- Galsi Mahavidyalaya does the regular maintenance and safety checks in the labs.
3. Improving Libraries and Resource Centers
Access to study materials is crucial for academic excellence.
- The Galsi Mahavidyalaya has expanded digital library resources, including e-books, online journals, and databases, in addition to its collection of 10,826 books.
- The library has been modernized with a barcode system and KOHA software for efficient management.
- Dedicated reading spaces have been set up for both students and faculty, equipped with new computers and high-speed internet to support research and self-study.
4. Integrating Advanced Technology
Technology integration in education enhances learning outcomes.
- Galsi Mahavidyalaya has campus-wide high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Computer labs in the Galsi Mahavidyalaya have been facilitated with hardware and software.
5. Strengthening Support Services
To ensure the overall well-being of students, various support services have been introduced.
- A counseling center has been established at Galsi Mahavidyalaya to offer mental health support and guidance.
- Galsi Mahavidyalaya has supported academic support services like tutoring and mentoring programs.
- A Career Counseling Centre has been set up to provide students with career guidance, skill development programs, and resources for a smooth transition from education to employment.
6. Enhancing Safety and Security
Galsi Mahavidyalaya understands the fact that a secure campus environment is essential for effective learning.
- Thirty surveillance cameras have been installed to monitor campus activities and ensure safety.
- Five fire extinguishers have been placed in key locations to prevent fire hazards.
7. Innovative Teaching, Learning, and Evaluation Methods
The Galsi Mahavidyalaya has adopted modern teaching methods to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
- The students can access online resources at Galsi Mahavidyalaya and the study material is also present online.
- Project-based learning has been integrated into selected courses to encourage practical applications of knowledge.
- Galsi Mahavidyalaya functions with online and offline teaching methods.
- Regular evaluations and reviews help in making necessary improvements to teaching strategies.
- Thirty add-on courses have been introduced to enhance students’ skills and employability in specialized fields.
- Galsi Mahavidyalaya has organized 17th seminars and conferences providing a platform for students to exchange ideas and analyze research opportunities.
8. Research and Publication
Encouraging research activities helps in the academic growth of faculty and students at Galsi Mahavidyalaya.
- Faculty members are given opportunities to participate in national and international conferences to enhance their knowledge at Galsi Mahavidyalaya.
- The number of faculty publications in journals and book chapters has increased, demonstrating an improvement in research competencies.
- A blended learning model has been implemented in multiple courses to encourage self-paced learning.
- 18th Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) have been signed by Galsi Mahavidyalaya with various institutions, including 14 educational institutes, to promote academic collaboration.
- More research projects have been initiated by faculty members, contributing to the overall academic progress of the institution.