Effect of Concept Mapping on Students’ Academic Achievement

Shoaib Kareem; Meerullah; Muhammad Arslan; Hussna Aziz; Muhammad Ismail; Atif Aman; Arshia Sumbal

doi:10.63056/ACAD.004.04.1061

Authors

Shoaib Kareem M.Phil. Education at University of Peshawar Author
Meerullah M.Phil. scholar, Department of Statistics University of Peshawar Author
Muhammad Arslan MS Project Management Szabist Islamabad Campus Author
Hussna Aziz Research Scholar, Institute of Education and Research, University of Balochistan, Quetta, Pakistan Author
Muhammad Ismail M.Phil. Scholar, Department of Statistics University of Peshawar Author
Atif Aman Alhamd Islamic University Quetta Author
Arshia Sumbal B. Ed 1.5, Education University of Balochistan Quetta Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63056/ACAD.004.04.1061

Keywords:

Concept mapping, Academic achievement, Constructivist learning, Visual learning tools, Student engagement, Knowledge retention

Abstract

This study investigates the effect of concept mapping on students’ academic achievement, focusing on its role in enhancing understanding, retention, and overall performance compared to traditional teaching methods. Concept mapping, rooted in constructivist theory and introduced by David Novak, enables students to visualize relationships between concepts, organize information meaningfully, and engage in active learning. Data were collected from a population of 400 students, with a sample of 200 selected through stratified random sampling. A structured Likert-scale questionnaire assessed students’ perceptions of concept mapping. Descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and ANOVA were employed to analyze the data. Results indicate that concept mapping positively influences academic performance, improves comprehension of difficult topics, and fosters student engagement. Significant correlations were observed between concept mapping preference, understanding, and improved academic outcomes, while ANOVA results confirmed meaningful differences among groups. The findings highlight the effectiveness of concept maps as both a teaching and assessment tool, offering educators a practical method to enhance learning outcomes and student engagement.