Comparison between Activity-Based Learning and Traditional Learning

  • Ritu Samaddar Research scholar, Department of Education, University of Kalyani, India https://orcid.org/0009-0002-1646-3432
  • Dr. Deb Prasad Sikdar Professor, Department of Education, University of kalyani, India
Keywords: Activity-based learning, Traditional learning, Documentary Study

Abstract

The classroom teaching strategies used by teachers have a major impact on the quality of education. These days, schools, colleges, and universities are using an increasing amount of activity-based learning techniques. In terms of the student, teacher, learning environment, and education, this paper compares and studies two approaches to higher education: activity-based learning and traditional learning. These two approaches was examined and contrasted by utilizing the benefits of qualitative research, applying the qualitative descriptive type method, and assessing the literature review, presented virtual lesson plans, and other texts. Comparative tables are used to display the findings. The study's conclusion explained that, when compared to traditional learning, activity-based learning was more effective for both teaching and learning.

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Published
2023-11-08
How to Cite
Samaddar, R., & Sikdar, D. D. (2023). Comparison between Activity-Based Learning and Traditional Learning. GPH-International Journal of Educational Research, 6(10), 17-27. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10082367