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English

Overview: 

The Department of English came into existence in the year 1964. Ever since its inception the department has strived to meet the challenges of teaching English language to local learners. The department consists of qualified enthusiastic teachers who extend their knowledge to the younger generation and equip them to be English language proficient to keep up with the demanding trends of the ever-changing society. Besides teaching English language to all streams (Arts, Commerce and Science) the department also moulds optional English students to become future English Teachers. Along with the curriculum the department has organized seminars and workshop to further literary awareness and knowledge about recent writers and critics. Autonomy gives us the liberty to frame syllabi that updates literary outbreaks and the changing scenario of the literary world. Attempts to improve slow learners are constantly made through revision, remedial classes etc. Classroom seminars are conducted regularly to prepare the students for higher studies and competitive exams. The department also extends English language lab for the benefit of the students. A department library is maintained for the benefit of staff and students.

Vision:

  • To improve communicative skills and prepare students to face global challenges
  • To imbibe sense and sensibility
  • To sensitize students so as to imbibe human values

Mission: 

  • To adopt and excel in general education
  • To mould holistic personality of rural students
  • To create a healthy atmosphere for learning

Contact Details Of HOD:-

Name:- Ms. Deepa.P

Phone No:- 8971577159

E Mail:- deepaparashivappa@gmail.com

Objectives: 
  • To enable and enhance students to acquire good communicative skills
  • To motivate students to pursue higher studies and research
  • To encourages students to involve in creative actives
  • To enable the students to develop reading, writing, speaking & listening skills
  • Equip the students to face interviews and new challenges
Programmes Offered: 

Languages:  BA, BSc, BCom, BBA,BCA & B.Voc

Optional English:  -BA

                             -BA Honors (As per NEP)

Open Elective in English :BSc, BCom, BBA

1. BA- COURSE OUTCOME:

          BA:-  Understand how cultural, historical, political, linguistic and environmental forces shape the world and recognize the role of the individual within communities to effect changes.

2.SPECIFIC OUTCOME:

         LANGUAGES AND LITERATURE

             It offers all interested students unique access to other ways of thinking by introducing them to English language, literature and cultures different from their own, that includes content from the Ancient world to the contemporary context. We provide our students with a broad education which encompasses them the arts without neglecting the practical cultural awareness and linguistic accuracy and prepare students for successful participation in the global community.

3. COURSE OUTCOMES : 

     A. LANGUAGE

       I and II Semester-Poetry, Prose and Language Component

  • Enable students to recognize and appreciate different forms of literature.
  • Motivate interest for further readings.
  • Improve the use of correct English in writing.

    III and IV Semester- Novel, Drama and Language Components

  • Encourage advanced studies in literature.
  • Concentrate on a single volume to study and understand.
  • Further the technical aspects of English language.

    B. OPTIONAL ENGLISH

  • Introduce the students to great classics and its relevance.
  • Creates an insight into the scenario of literary advancement.
  • Give ways to new horizons of their imaginative of expression.
  • Enhance literary awareness of responses to creative writers.
  • Exposes to modern writers and the capabilities of current writings.
  • Provide motivation for future studies in literature.
  • Focus is on student participation.
  • Stress on self expression and ability to utilize language skills.
  • Set their aims towards higher studies in literature and for professional courses.
Objectives: 
  • To enable and enhance students to acquire good communicative skills
  • To motivate students to pursue higher studies and research
  • To encourages students to involve in creative actives
  • To enable the students to develop reading, writing, speaking & listening skills
  • Equip the students to face interviews and new challenges
Programme Outcome: 
  • Introduce multiple areas of writings in English language and translations in English
  • Develop the ability of the students to read, process, think critically and independently
  • Develop an inclusive outlook and responsible citizenship
  • Inculcate ethical thinking and a sense of social commitment
  • Provide training to students in multiple areas and professional skills of employment
  • Prepare students for the technologically advanced world, its challenges and opportunities
Other Activities: 

ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2021-22

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Best practices of the department

  • Good Teacher – Students Rapport
  • Inculcate Language Proficiency
  • Special Attention to Rural/ Slow Learners
  • I & II semester language text books in printed form has been brought-out. Future Plans
  • To introduce certificate course in translation
  • To promote collaborative research through MoU with academic bodies/Literary Clubs

English Language Lab:

The lab was established in 2007 by the English department. It comprises of about 30 computers and segments. Software from ‘Young India Company’ on Clarity English, Soft skills, Communicative skills and Personality development has been uploaded to the systems. Classes in the lab are regularly conducted in batches. The course duration is 60 hrs at the end of which tests are held to grade the performance of the students.