Relationship of Student-Centered Learning Approaches with Students’ Academic Performance at The Secondary Level in Haveli Kahuta AJ&K
Keywords:
Student-centered learning (SCL), Academic performance, Project-based learning (PBL), cooperative learning (CL), Problem-solving approach (PSA)Abstract
Student-centered learning (SCL) approaches have gained extensive appreciation in secondary education due to their ability to engage students actively in the learning process. The main purpose of this research is to check the relationship between student-centered learning and with academic performance of students at the secondary level in Haveli Kahuta AJ&K. The objectives of this study are:-1. Examine whether SCL approaches improve students' ability to develop effective learning strategies. 2. To evaluate students' perceptions of student-centered learning approaches. The study significantly examines project-based learning and cooperative learning problem-solving approaches, studying their significance in enhancing critical thinking, creativity, motivation, and self-directed learning. A structured questionnaire was developed using a Likert scale and employed as a research instrument for data collection. The questionnaire consisted of 18 closed-ended questions. The data was analyzed utilizing SPSS software. Pearson’s correlation coefficient was used to examine the relationship between SCL approaches and students' academic performance. The findings reveal an important positive correlation between the implementation of SCL strategies and improved student accomplishment in academics. The study highlights the significance of SCL as a powerful tool for improving the educational performance of learners and advises that educators should participate in SCL techniques to foster better academic outcomes.