DEVELOPMENT OF BRAIN BASED LEARNING PROGRAM FOR ENHANCING CRITICAL THINKING COMPETENCY AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS AND VERIFY ITS EFFECTIVENESS

Abstract

DEVELOPMENT OF BRAIN BASED LEARNING PROGRAM FOR ENHANCING CRITICAL THINKING COMPETENCY AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS AND VERIFY ITS EFFECTIVENESS

Mrs. Aasiya Peerzada

Dr. Manisha Chaudhari

In the present research work, the researcher employed a quantitative approach to develop a Brain-Based Learning (BBL) program aimed at enhancing critical thinking competencies among secondary school students and to verify its effectiveness. The study population comprised secondary school students, and a representative sample of 40 participants was selected using a probability sampling design, specifically the random sampling method, to ensure unbiased selection. The development phase involved designing a structured BBL program grounded in cognitive neuroscience principles and tailored to foster critical thinking skills, including analysis, evaluation, and problem-solving. The effectiveness of the program was assessed using a pre-test and post-test design with a validated critical thinking competency questionnaire. The findings indicate that the Brain-Based Learning program significantly improves critical thinking competencies among secondary school students, demonstrating its effectiveness as an educational strategy for fostering essential cognitive skills.