e-Governance Policy
The e-governance policy of a higher education institute refers to the set of principles, guidelines, and procedures that govern the use of electronic systems and technology to enhance administrative processes, manage student affairs and improve the overall functioning of the institution. It involves the integration of digital tools and platforms to streamline various activities, promote transparency, and provide efficient services to students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders.
The components of e- governance Policy at the institution include:
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Digital Infrastructure: includes necessary infrastructure such as hardware, software, networking, and security measures to support e-governance initiatives.
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Online Admissions and Registrations: Admissions through Mahatma Gandhi University CAP portal. At the institution level, admission as well as student database are managed through E Scholar Software.
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Course Management Systems: Use of learning management systems (LMS) Microsoft Teams as a platform to deliver course materials, assignments, assessments, and facilitate online discussions and collaboration between students and faculty.
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Electronic Attendance Tracking: Electronic attendance tracking systems through LMS.
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Online Examination and Evaluation: Adoption of online internal examination systems to conduct assessments, quizzes, and examinations securely through LMS.
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Digital Resource Management: Digitization and management of educational resources, including e-books, journals, research papers, and multimedia content, ensuring their availability to the academic community through digital libraries or repositories.
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Student Information System: Use of an integrated student information system E Scholar software to manage student records, academic progress, course registration, and other related activities.