It will be interesting to note the genesis of the Department of Lifelong Learning. It originated from the Centre for Adult and Continuing Education. The Centre was established in 1986 for carrying out not only extension activities but also offered a programme on M.A Adult and Continuing Education. In the academic year 2009-2010, the centre was named as the Department of Adult and Continuing Education as per the guidelines of U.G.C. This department was renamed as the Department of Lifelong Learning in the academic year 2011-2012. It has been functioning as a full-fledged department from 2013, Since then concentrating on providing skill based activities to students. It offers M.A Life Skill Education from the academic year 2021-2022
Vision
- To serve humanity through the creation of multi-skilled and socially responsible citizens.
- To concentrate on important developmental issues concerning human resources in order to promote skilled society that is in line with the state of the current world.
- To promote Life Skill professionals under the philosophy of Lifelong Learning.
- To make concerted efforts towards integration of formal and non-formal education.
- To act as a focal agency in the University system with Teaching, Research and Extension by providing community based activities to the students of the University departments and affiliated colleges.
- To offer need-based innovative Vocational Education and Skill-based Training Programmes.
- To foster all-round development of students in Teaching, Research and Extension activities to create lifelong learners.
Contact Us
Dr. N. Johnson
- Assistant Professor & Head i/c
- Department of Lifelong Learning
- Alagappa University, Karaikudi – 630003, Tamil Nadu, India.
- llifell@alagappauniversity.ac.in
- ldll@alagappauniversity.ac.in
- (+91) 4565 225771
Profile
| S. No. | Name of the Programme | Annual Fee | Indian Rupees | Mode of Study | Duration (Years) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M.A Life Skill Education | First Year | 4500 | Full-Time | 2 Years |
| Second Year | 3200 |
- Smart Class Room
- Internet with Wi-Fi Connection
- Media Lab with all facilities for Audio/ Video Productions & Editing
- E-Studio
- Computer Lab
- Meeting Hall with LCD Projector
- 5.2 Resolution Screening Auditorium
- Well Equipped Library
Research Projects Ongoing
| Sl.No. | Principal Investigator | Period From | Period To | Funding Agency | Title of the Project | Amount (Rs lakhs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. N. Johnson Principal Investigator |
2023 | Till Date | RUSA | Development of Interactive Multimedia based E-Learning courseware on Life Skills Education | 5.00 |
| Sl.No. | Principal Investigator | Period From | Period To | Funding Agency | Title of the Project | Amount (Rs lakhs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. N. Arunachalam Principal Investigator |
Sep-15 | Aug-16 | State Planning Commission, Govt. of Tamil Nadu | Impact of Adult Education (Saakshar Bharath) Programme in Tamil Nadu | 9.70 |
| 2 | Dr. R. Rajan Co-Investigator |
Sep-15 | Aug-16 | State Planning Commission, Govt. of Tamil Nadu | Impact of Adult Education (Saakshar Bharath) Programme in Tamil Nadu | 9.70 |
| 3 | Dr. N. Johnson Principal Investigator |
2015 | 2016 | AURF | A Study on Emotional Intelligence of Teacher Educators | 0.40 |
| 4 | Dr. N. Johnson Principal Investigator |
2015 | 2017 | ICSSR, New Delhi | Effectiveness of Video games on pro-social behavior and problem solving ability of primary students | 9.00 |
| 5 | Dr. N. Johnson Principal Investigator |
2019 | 2021 | ICSSR IMPRESS | Expectations of viewers societal impact about Tamil news in television channels of Tamil Nadu | 6.00 |
| 5 | Dr. N. Johnson Principal Investigator |
2021 | 2022 | RUSA | Effectiveness of Interactive Multimedia based E-Learning courseware on Journalism & Mass Communication among PG level students | 26.25 |
| Sl.No. | Name of the Supervisor | Name of the Research Scholar | Status | Brief title of the Ph.D. Dissertation | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. N. Arunachalam Principal Investigator |
Sep-15 | Aug-16 | State Planning Commission, Govt. of Tamil Nadu | Impact of Adult Education (Saakshar Bharath) Programme in Tamil Nadu | 9.70 |
| 1 | Dr. N. Arunachalam | R.T.R. Murugesan | Ongoing | Effectiveness of Positive Behaviour Therapy for Managing stress and Enhancement of Academic Achievement of Higher Secondary Students | ||
| 2 | Dr. N. Arunachalam | V. RajaGopal | Ongoing | Anxiety and Stress of Teachers in Relation To Teaching at Upper Primary Level in CBSE Schools. | ||
| 3 | Dr. N. Arunachalam | P. Jawahar | Completed | Co-Morbidity of conduct Disorders and Learning Disabilities of Upper Primary Children in Relation to Academic Performance. | ||
| 4 | Dr. N. Arunachalam | A. Seemaichamy | Completed | Performance in Mathematics in Relation to Emotional Intelligence and Problem Solving Ability of Secondary School Students | ||
| 5 | Dr. N. Arunachalam | K.Umarani | Completed | Leadership Behavior and Teaching Competencies of Principals of College of Education in Tamil Nadu | ||
| 6 | Dr. R. Rajan | Merly Rajanayagam | Completed | Developing Remedial Programme for B.Ed Teacher Trainees to Overcome communication Disorder in English | ||
| 7 | Dr. R. Rajan | S.R.Prasanth | Completed | Effectiveness of self learning package using techno pedagogical skills in enhancing achievement of commerce students at Higher secondary level | ||
| 8 | Dr. N. Johnson | Manjula Mahadevan | Ongoing | Development of Life skill training module in enhancing Teaching Competency at Primary level. | ||
| 9 | Dr. N. Johnson | R. Ilamurugan | Completed | Knowledge, Attitude and Utility of ICT among Pre-service teachers. | ||
| 10 | Dr. N. Johnson | D. Kasi | Completed | Effect of Blended Pedagogical model to enhance mathematical skills of Pre-service teachers. | ||
| 11 | Dr. N. Johnson | P. Nagajothi | Completed | Effect of Self regulatory training module to enhance the mathematical problem solving ability of Pre-service teachers. | ||
| 12 | Dr. N. Johnson | V. Karuppudurai | Completed | Influence of Adjustment Pattern and Self esteem of Pre-service teachers in relation to academic stress | ||
| 13 | Dr. N. Johnson | N. Subathra | Completed | Influence of Emotional Intelligence and Self esteem on teacher effectiveness of Pre-service teachers | ||
| 14 | Dr. N. Johnson | V. Saravanan | Submitted | Effectiveness of active learning methods in teaching chemistry for enhancing the learning of students of IX standard level. | ||
| 15 | Dr. N. Johnson | T.Geetha | Ongoing | Effect Of Vedic Mathematics On Problem Solving Ability Of High School Students |
| Sl.No. | Photo | Name of the Alumni | Graduating Year | Name of the company incubated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
P. Deeparajeswari | Assistant Professor | Nachiappa Swamigal Arts And Science College , Koviloor, Karaikudi, Sivagangai District,Tamil Nadu |
| 2 |  |
R. Haripriya | Guest Lecture (PTA) | Thiru.Vi.Ka.Government Arts College, Thiruvarur, Thiruvarur District.Tamil Nadu |
The official representative body for all Department of Lifelong Learning students at Alagappa University is the Student Council, which is committed to resolving issues and enhancing the welfare of students. It actively participates in activities to improve the overall student experience, acting as a linkage between students and the university administration. The council encourages student involvement in departmental activities, enhances communication, and finds solutions to problems. It speaks with the administration, teachers, and parents on behalf of the students, serving as a channel for information sharing and resolving issues raised by the students. Additionally, by recognizing student contributions and offering suggestions for improving student life, the Student Council aids in the creation of educational projects. Each member, including the president and vice presidents, is responsible for particular tasks pertaining to coordination, feedback, and leadership.
| Year | President | Vice–President | Secretary | Joint - Secretary | Executive Council Member |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 - 2024 | S. Shanmugarajeswaran | S. Selvaganapathi | Gulafsha Parveen | S. Kaviyasri | D. Santhosh Kumar D. Gopu S. Ganesh Pandiyan R. Karthick |
| 2022 - 2023 | P. Deeparajeswari | R. Haripriya | Gulafsha Parveen | D. Santhosh Kumar | - |
| 2021 - 2022 | P. Deeparajeswari | R. Haripriya | P. L. Kaverimaniyan | D. P. Subhagar | - |
The Department of Lifelong Learning at Alagappa University has carefully planned placement events to help students make a smooth transition into the working world. These events, which are especially designed to cater to the particular requirements of Lifelong Learning students, aim to maximize employability and build beneficial relationships with possible employers. The department actively seeks for appropriate opportunities, arranges specialized training programs and career advising sessions, and gathers, organizes, and shares information on students and companies in an efficient manner as part of its proactive approach to placement.
| Sl.No. | Name of the Student | Position | Name of the University/ Institute |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | P. Deeparajeswari | Assistant Professor | Nachiappa Swamigal Arts And Science College , Koviloor, Karaikudi, Sivagangai District,Tamil Nadu |
| 2 | R. Haripriya | Guest Lecture (PTA) |
Thiru.Vi.Ka.Government Arts College, Thiruvarur, Thiruvarur District.Tamil Nadu |
Events & Extension Activities
Photo Gallery
Field Outreach Programme @ SMSV School
Field Outreach Programme @ SMSV School
Field Outreach Programme @ SMSV School
International Workshop
International Workshop
Poetry 1st Place - Gulafsha
Senior Citizen Day
Senior Citizen Day
New India Literacy Programme (NILP)
New India Literacy Programme (NILP)
International Conference
Swachhta Pakhwada
Board Studies
Field Outreach Programme
Invited Talks
Workshops
| Sl.No. | Date | Programme / Event Name | Online Link |
| 1 | 14-07-2022 | Shikshak Parv | https://youtu.be/pb41dWRMon8 |
| 2 | 16-08-2022 | Career Planning & Goal Setting Strategies | https://youtu.be/TUXnP69BRLI |
| 3 | 17-08-2022 | Board of Studies | https://youtu.be/h9KoemWPmRY |
| 4 | 09-09-2022 | National Level Invited Guest Lecture | https://youtu.be/55BP8W8SWZE |
| 5 | 21-09-2022 | Swatchtha Pakhwada | https://youtu.be/LgY1wHQogdY |
| 6 | 27-09-2022 | Visual Effects and Animation | https://youtu.be/NAMkBRZDOR4 |
| 7 | 29-09-2022 |
International Workshop on the Importance
of Communication Skills in the Digital Era |
https://youtu.be/wjkd4iNjtck |
| 8 | 14-10-2022 | International multi-disciplinary conference | https://youtu.be/LE_4t8Um-2M |
| 9 | 15-11-2022 | Professional Career & Development Workshop | https://youtu.be/Mz59hrCmxdo |
| 10 | 17-11-2022 | Promoting Mental Health & Mindfulness | https://youtu.be/Aq0zupd9L3o |
| 11 | 12-01-2023 | Field Outreach Programme @ Alagappa Model Hr.Sec School | https://youtu.be/5IpHX_S4g-s |
| 12 | 07-02-2023 | Field Outreach Programme@Govt High School | https://youtu.be/hqw2cipohZA |
| 13 | 14-02-2023 | Field Outreach Programme@SMSV School | https://youtu.be/WAC5Yc6l62U |
| 14 | 10-03-2023 | Village Extension Programme - Vadagudi | https://youtu.be/qkBOV-B6Mzs |
| 15 | 16-03-2023 | New India Literacy Programme - NILP 2023 | https://youtu.be/2RfMSDZymP8 |