A Study On The Effectiveness Of Experiential Learning Through Activity Based Learning Method In Enhancing Academic Achievement Of Science Students At Secondary Level

Abstract

In recent years, the effects of employing activity-based learning methods in the classroom as opposed to conventional learning techniques, as well as whether or not they are suitable for raising student achievement, have been the subject of a continuous discussion. In order to address the issue of low performance in science, it is necessary to enhance teaching methods. Therefore, this research is aimed to ascertain the effects of experiential learning strategy (activity-based learning methods) on academic achievement of science students  in contrast to passive learning. This study used a sample of 60 students of 9th grade from CBSE board school, Agra and used a quasi-experimental research design method with a pre and post-test. They were split up into two groups: control group and experimental group. Traditional instruction was given to the control group, whereas an activity-based learning approach was used to teach the experimental group. Students' academic achievement of science was assessed by using a pre-test and post-test of a self-assessment test. By using the independent sample t-test, the collected data were analyzed, with a significance level ranging from 0.01 to 0.05. According to the study's findings, when compared to conventional teaching approaches, activity-based learning methods significantly impacted the student's academic achievement of science. Students believed that learning through activities improves comprehension, fosters a sense of accountability, makes the classroom more appealing, and boosts achievement. Thus, the study comes to the conclusion that activity-based learning method has a major influence on student's academic achievement of science.