Library as a Learning Resource: A Study Based on NAAC SSR Submitted by Different Colleges in Assam

Abstract

The primary goal of NAAC is to ensure the quality of higher education institutions in India through a combination of self and external quality evaluation, promotion, and sustainability initiatives. Accreditation status defines the improvement of an institution. It is mandatory for all colleges and universities to be accredited, which takes place once every five years. The NAAC assessment process takes place in three stages: the self-study report (SSR), the student satisfaction survey (SSS), and the peer team report. An institution should prepare the SSR-self-study report prior to visiting the NAAC peer team. The self study report is divided into seven criteria, which cover all aspects of higher education in India. The study is prepared to analyse the SSR submitted by different college libraries in Assam from the year 2020 to 2022. Data was gathered from the NAAC and the respective college websites. The results of the study have revealed that only one college, out of eighteen colleges, has acquired the highest grade of A+, while nine colleges, out of eighteen colleges have acquired B grade. Again, eleven colleges out of eighteen have been found partially automated, while six colleges out of eighteen have been found fully automated. According to the study, college authorities should facilitate modern technologies in libraries by providing a variety of information sources, both print and online, to increase usage of library among the user community.