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Regulations pertaining to Credits, Academic Programmes and Award of Degrees:

(b) Background: In Open and Distance Learning system, learner studies at his pace and
not like face-to-face mode. Most of the learners are working professionals and they
get time to study at their homes. If we add certain references which they cannot access
at home, then it will create an obstacle in their learning. Therefore, it is necessary to
consider the accessibility of course resources and references at the place of learning.
(c) Learning Objectives and Outcome : It is required to define the learning objectives
and outcomes prior to initiating the process for the learning material development. The
learning objectives can be of terminal, intermediate or enabling nature. These learning
objectives can be set at course, unit, or module level.
Group of Learning Material

5. Considering the principles of Open and Distance Learning mode of education, the programmes
shall be accompanied with learning material or resources which shall comprise of self-learning
material or e-learning material, e-books, practical book, student’s handbook, question bank,
assignment book, Audio Video material, programme guide, project manual, etc.
Standards of Self Learning Material (SLM) in Print Form

(i) The Self Learning Material shall be developed as per the defined credit structure of the
programme.
(ii) The Self Learning Material shall involve the learner actively through various experience-
based activities and assignments.
(iii) The learner shall get the clear information about the structure of the programme and the
course.
(iv) There shall be a detailed learning map in the Self Learning Material for the learner so
that she or he will be self-directed for completion of their studies.

(v) The content of the Self Learning Material shall be developed with dialogue and personal
system of writing method which will create a nature of interactivity in the Self Learning
Material.
(vi) The Self Learning Material shall encourage the learner to apply new knowledge and
skills.
(vii) There shall be clear definition of learning objectives and outcomes.
(viii) The content shall be divided into small sections (blocks) and sub-sections (units & sub-
units) for effective learning.

(ix) Activities shall be included in each unit of the Self Learning Material.
(x) There shall be assignments on each learning objective for self-assessment.
(xi) The learner shall be directed through problem solving activities as applicable to the
nature of the course.
Standards of Self Learning Material (SLM) in Non-print Form

6. The learners’ perspective is an important aspect of quality assurance for e-learning. High-
quality e-learning content should be designed by skilled content and instructional design
professionals. Good instructional design will reflect best practices and research on teaching
and learning. The key principles of designing e-learning content are: (1) consistent layout and
design; (2) clear organisation and presentation of information; (3) consistent and easy-to-use
navigation; and (4) aesthetically pleasing design and graphics. Thus, the standards of Self
Learning Material in non-print form as under:-

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