Concept mapping--a strategy for assessment.

Area of Science:

• Education
• Cognitive Science

Background:

• The rapid expansion of knowledge necessitates evolving pedagogical and assessment strategies.
• There is a growing emphasis on student-centred learning approaches to cultivate lifelong learning competencies.
• Traditional assessment methods may not adequately capture the depth of student understanding or promote critical thinking.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the efficacy of concept mapping as a learning and assessment tool.
• To evaluate concept mapping's role in promoting student-centred learning and lifelong learning skills.

Main Methods:

• A case study methodology was employed to examine the application of concept mapping.
• Concept mapping was utilized as a strategy for assessing student learning within the study.

Main Results:

• Concept mapping proved to be a successful strategy for assessment in the studied context.
• The approach supported student-centred learning objectives.

Conclusions:

• Concept mapping is an effective pedagogical strategy that aligns with modern educational goals.
• This method supports the development of lifelong learning skills through active student engagement and assessment.