Report on Two-Part Lecture Series on “Outcome-Based Education: Aligning Teaching with NBA Requirements”

Organized by: TLET Cell, Don Bosco College of Engineering, Fatorda, Goa
Venue: Seminar Hall 2, Don Bosco College of Engineering, Fatorda
Participants: Teaching Faculty Members

The TLET Cell of Don Bosco College of Engineering, Fatorda, organized a two-part lecture series on “Outcome-Based Education: Aligning Teaching with NBA Requirements” for the teaching faculty members. The objective of the series was to familiarise faculty members with the NBA accreditation framework, understand the revised NBA criteria, and strengthen their knowledge of Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and its effective implementation.

The first session was conducted on 24th October 2026, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Seminar Hall 2. The session covered the following NBA criteria:

1. NBA Criterion 1 – Outcome-Based Curriculum: The session was conducted by Ms. Christina Barretto, who explained the key aspects of curriculum design and its alignment with the expected programme outcomes.
2. NBA Criterion 2 – Program Curriculum and Teaching-Learning Processes: Mrs. Shruthi Jhambale discussed the curriculum implementation and teaching-learning processes in the context of NBA requirements.

The second session was held on 31st October 2026 (Saturday), from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the same venue. It focused on the following NBA criteria:

1. NBA Criterion 1 – Outcome-Based Curriculum: Presented by Mr. Deron Rodrigues.
2. NBA Criterion 3 – Outcome-Based Assessment: Presented by Dr. Ajit Salunke, who highlighted the importance of assessment methods and the attainment of outcomes.
3. NBA Criterion 8 – Continuous Improvement and Other Related Requirements: Presented by Mrs. Avila Naik, who discussed the importance of continuous improvement and related requirements in the NBA accreditation process.

Both sessions were informative and fruitful, providing faculty members with valuable insights into the changes and updates in the NBA criteria. The resource persons explained the various aspects of the accreditation framework and highlighted the importance of aligning curriculum design, teaching-learning processes, assessment methods, and continuous improvement with Outcome-Based Education.

The two-part lecture series helped faculty members enhance their understanding of the revised NBA requirements and provided clarity on their effective implementation in academic practices. The sessions were highly beneficial in strengthening the institution's preparedness for NBA accreditation and promoting quality enhancement in teaching and learning.