• Dr Shamma Khatoon

This pilot study examines the effectiveness of traditional and constructivist teaching approaches in secondary schools in Kolkata, aiming to understand how these methods impact academic performance, student engagement, and learning outcomes. The study adopts a comparative approach, focusing on two groups of students: one taught using traditional methods (lectures, rote learning, and teacher-centered instruction), and the other through a constructivist approach (active learning, problem-solving, and student-centered activities). A total of 100 secondary school students from different schools in Kolkata participated in this study. Data was collected through pre-tests and post-tests, along with surveys to measure student engagement and teacher perceptions. The findings indicate that the students exposed to the constructivist approach outperformed those in the traditional method group in terms of academic achievement. Furthermore, students in the constructivist group showed significantly higher levels of engagement and motivation, participating more actively in class discussions, group activities, and problem-solving tasks. The teacher perceptions also favored the constructivist approach, highlighting its potential to foster critical thinking and collaborative learning. However, teachers reported challenges in implementing the approach, including the need for more preparation time and resources. The study underscores the potential of constructivist teaching methods in enhancing both cognitive and emotional engagement in students, aligning with contemporary educational theories that advocate for active, student-centered learning. Based on these findings, it is recommended that educational institutions integrate more constructivist strategies into their teaching practices to improve student learning outcomes and overall engagement. The study also suggests the need for further research with larger sample sizes and across different subjects to explore the long-term effects of these teaching methods.

COMPARATIVE STUDY OF TRADITIONAL AND CONSTRUCTIVIST APPROACHES FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN KOLKATA: A PILOT STUDY

"COMPARATIVE STUDY OF TRADITIONAL AND CONSTRUCTIVIST APPROACHES FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN KOLKATA: A PILOT STUDY", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 10, page no.i202-i212, October-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2310729.pdf

"COMPARATIVE STUDY OF TRADITIONAL AND CONSTRUCTIVIST APPROACHES FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN KOLKATA: A PILOT STUDY", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 10, page no. ppi202-i212, October-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2310729.pdf