Section 8(2) in University Grants Commission (Open and Distance Learning) Regulations, 2017
(2)A Higher Educational Institution offering programme in Open and Distance Learning mode shall, in order to facilitate the pace of learning and multiple choice for learners, prepare Self Learning Material taking into consideration the following, namely :-(i)Self Learning Material has clearly stated objectives, intended learning outcomes, study guidance and advice for the learners as to how to optimally use the material and suggestive related reference material to enhance the learning experience, and linkage within the text with other media (for digital SLM) is maintained for easy referencing and progress;(ii)Self Learning Material developed and offered by it is self-explanatory, self-contained, illustrative, easily comprehensible, and in manageable modules such as units and blocks;(iii)Self Learning Material provides adequate mechanism for the learners to provide feedback on their understanding of the subject;(iv)Self Learning material is revised periodically from the perspective of improving quality and learner support; and(v)Guidelines on preparation of Self-Learning material as shown in Annexure VIII:Provided that a Higher Educational Institution shall prepare the Self Learning Material only after approval of the Programme Project Report:Provided further that no programme in Open and Distance Education mode shall be launched by a Higher Educational Institution unless it has prepared the Self Learning Material taking into consideration the above factors.
