The Effects of Reality Pedagogy on Motivation and Academic Performance to Learn Biology in Class IX

Authors

  • Karma Wangda Damphu Middle Secondary School
  • Prem Kumar Ghalley
  • Sangay Chhophel
  • Bal Krishna Pokhrel
  • Pema Wangdi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17102/bjrd.rub.13.1.06

Abstract

Teaching Biology in an innovative way has always posed challenges due to its complex terminology and abstract concepts. This study explored the effects of reality pedagogy as an alternative instructional strategy on learner motivation and academic performance in learning biology at the ninth-grade level. To achieve this, an experimental research design was employed, including a pre-test/post-test assessment, Biology Learning Motivation Questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and classroom observations. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyse the data. The findings of the study revealed that the implementation of reality pedagogy had a positive influence on learner motivation in learning biology. Additionally, a significant correlation was identified and observed between motivation levels and academic achievement in the subject. The implications of these findings, as well as recommendations, are also discussed in the study.

Author Biographies

Karma Wangda, Damphu Middle Secondary School

Karma Wangda is currently working as a teacher at Damphu Middle Secondary School, Tsirang. He received his bachelor of education in secondary science from Samtse College of Education, Royal University of Bhutan in 2010 and his Master of Education in Biology in 2019. Since 2011, he has been working as a Secondary Biology Teacher in various Schools in Bhutan. His research interests include innovative pedagogies in STEM education, Integration of Technology in Education, conservation biology, and sustainable development.

Prem Kumar Ghalley

Prem Kumar Ghalley is a chemistry teacher at Damphu Middle Secondary School. He has an M.Ed in curriculum and instruction from Rangsit University in Thailand. His research interests include curriculum and instructional studies, assessment and intervention in science education, and technology in education.

Sangay Chhophel

Sangay Chhophel is currently working as teacher at Damphu Middle Secondary School, Tsirang. He has an MSc in Botany. This is his 14th year in the education system. He is a passionate birder and a photographer apart from his primary profession. 

Bal Krishna Pokhrel

Bal Krishna Pokhrel is currently working as a teacher at Damphu Middle Secondary School, Tsirang. He received his bachelor of education in secondary science from Samtse College of Education, Royal University of Bhutan in 2008. He has been working as a Secondary Biology Teacher in various Schools in Bhutan. His research interest is in teaching innovative pedagogies in classroom teaching, enhancing STEM education, and integrating of ICT in the classroom.

Pema Wangdi

Pema Wangdi is a physics teacher at Damphu Middle Secondary School, Tsirang. He holds a B.Sc in Applied Physical Science from Sherubtse College and a PgDE in Physics from Samtse College of Education.

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Published

09-06-2024

How to Cite

Wangda, K., Ghalley, P. K., Chhophel, S. ., Pokhrel, B. K., & Wangdi, P. . (2024). The Effects of Reality Pedagogy on Motivation and Academic Performance to Learn Biology in Class IX. Bhutan Journal of Research and Development, 13(1). https://doi.org/10.17102/bjrd.rub.13.1.06

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Vol. 13 No. 1 (2024): Bhutan Journal of Research and Development (BJRD) Spring Issue

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