Delhi University teachers slam 12-hour college timing as anti-student, anti-teacher
This change comes just ahead of the new academic session, which marks the first intake of fourth-year students under the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP).FACULTY CALLS DECISION 'DRACONIAN'The notification states that the decision aims to ensure "optimal utilisation of infrastructure and human resources."It mandates that teaching and administrative staff be deployed in staggered shifts and that senior regular faculty members take responsibility for guiding fourth-year students.Where required, colleges are advised to appoint guest faculty members to handle classes, especially for first-year students.However, many professors feel this is an unfair shift in expectations. Rudrashish Chakraborty, an associate professor at Kirori Mal College, strongly criticised the move."8 am to 8 pm schedule of the colleges has now got an official stamp of approval from the university, thereby forcing the colleges to adopt such a draconian, anti-teacher and anti-student notification," he said.He added that faculty members are now expected to work even though 'there is no space for teachers to sit and work', and warned of the safety risks involved in commuting during late hours.SAFETY AND INFRASTRUCTURE AT THE CORE OF OPPOSITIONAbha Dev Habib, a faculty member from Miranda House, also questioned the practicality of the university's directive.She raised concerns about the quality of education first-year students would receive if colleges resort to hiring less experienced or guest lecturers to manage the increased teaching load."This is no way to welcome a new batch into a university or discipline," she stated.The criticism reflects broader concerns that Delhi University is prioritising scheduling over student welfare and teaching quality.With rising enrolments and the rollout of FYUP, many educators believe that improvements in infrastructure and staffing should precede such sweeping changes to academic routines.The university is yet to respond directly to the backlash.(With inputs from PTI)- Ends
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