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ConCept MappingThere are many chapters in the syllabus which are long and not so easy to understand. Subjects like Science are beyond student’s understanding. In any case, the aim of learning is not to be the rote parrot but an understanding genius. Long and boring subjects can easily be learned by the method of ‘concept mapping’. Concept mapping is the outline of any given topic. Through the main word or a marked word, a mental diagram can be represented for a topic. Many scholars believe and have proved that this is an unmistakable method of learning any subject or a chapter. Concept mapping is not only a hundred per cent innovative method but also a personal document framework for the students, and thus one of the best tools for revising topics.

Name of INNovator teaCHerSShravan Kumar Gupt, Junior High School, Delhi Vinayak, Sewapuri, Varanasi

foCUS areaS1. Improvement in the Level of Learning2. An Environment of Self-study in the Class3. Improvement in the Teaching Experience of Teachers

ApplicAbility : It can be implemented and executed in all schools.

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SUmmaryDifficult topics in education lead to various shortcomings like disinterest of students in subjects, difficulty in learning and absence from school, etc. Through concept mapping, these topics can easily be explained to the students. This helps the teachers too in preparing their lesson plans.

ImplemeNtatIoNComprehension of subjects for students becomes very easy through concept mapping. The first impression of concept mapping itself creates interest amongst students. The attractive-looking material creates interest in the students and they, on their own, try to understand and learn different subjects. Teachers are of course always there to assist the students.

poSt-ImplemeNtatIoNBefore the implementation of this innovation, the educator must be able to comprehend the resources and the time they have for its implementation. Necessary Materials: The students will need chart paper, A4 size paper, blackboard, student’s note books, sketch pen, scale, pen, etc.,time: 30 to 60 minutes.iMplEMENtAtiON.1. Teachers must present inherent knowledge of the

courses through the ‘graphic representation’. 2. Teachers can represent any topic on a flat chart

through course points with easy and relevant words to make the concept map. Following their teacher, students must be guided to prepare their own concept map using relevant words and drawings.

3. Similarly, students can prepare concept maps for any topic and learn it in an effective manner which will get imprinted in their minds. Teachers must get the activity of concept mapping done both as an individual and as a group activity.

bENEFitS1. Students understand and learn every topic of all

subjects with ease, interest, and in an effective manner.

2. This innovation is very useful in revision too.3. Concept mapping can be done for all topics of

any subject at any level.4. ‘Education Learning Process’ is made easy and

interesting while being effective too.5. Eases the learning process in the class.6. With the effect of teaching, work of teachers and

the possibility of students achievements can be estimated via this innovation and time management can be done more effectively.

7. Student’s achievements are estimated through concept mapping.

8. The pace of learning can be improved through this innovation.

9. Student’s knowledge and their understanding can be made permanent and effective.

10. Teachers get to know the quantum of teaching different chapters in different subjects every month.

If the topic in science is ‘Light’, then it can be easily taught through concept mapping.1. On a chart paper, make a box and write the word

‘Light’ on it.2. Now ask students about different sources of Light

and write them in different boxes.3. Giving examples, complete this step.4. Now explain the implementation process of these

sources to the students and complete the concept map.

5. Similarly, explain the transmission of Light to the students.

6. To comprehend the complete topic and its revision, concept mapping can also be used for the ‘eclipse’ topic.

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The most comfortable and successful result of concept mapping for a teacher is that it makes the teaching process effective and the

students easily learn their courses in a proper sequence.

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