Instructional model for Constructivist Approach in Promoting Values and Life Skills through Pedagogy of Biological Science

The constructivist approach is a pedagogical model that emphasizes the role of the learner in constructing their own understanding of the subject rather than being passive recipients of information. NEP 2020 highlights to be given more importance to the critical thinking, problem-solving and life skills are need of hour. As there is a less scope for enhancing these skills through conventional mode, now we need to think of adopting child-centric pedagogy. In the context of biological science, this approach can be particularly effective in promoting student’s engagement with complex and abstract concept as well as their ability to apply the knowledge in practical settings. In this paper an instructional model for the constructive is approach in the pedagogy of biological science is presented. The model emphasises importance of student instruction and the use of multiple modes of representation. Also discussed the benefits and challenges of using the constructivist approach in the teaching of science and provide recommendation for further practice