Assessment Criteria:

The Learner can:

1. Participate in scholarly discussions; write and present mini-seminars; participate effectively in oral presentation.

2. Submit progress reports in an acceptable format according to clear guidelines and deadlines.

3. Participate and interact intelligently in class discussions and presentations and in practical situations.

4. Critically read, interpret and analyze literature; participate in group discussions.

5. Do independent reading and information retrieval in the library and the internet; work with reduced supervision and show initiative.

6. Prepare assignments; improve computer literacy.

7. Write a project proposal, highlighting the research problem
Identify the research problem
Describe the research methods/procedures and techniques to be followed
Learn the use of research instruments
Collect, analyze and interpret data
Write up the results in clear, concise and acceptable manner
Defend and orally present research report to scientific audience.

Integrated Assessment:

Formative assessment in the form of continuous assessment of research work plus the quality of written and verbal presentation of thesis.