LANGUAGE IN INDIA

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Volume 19:10 October 2019
ISSN 1930-2940

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Perceptions and Effects of Large Classes in
Higher Education in India

Snigdha Ramkumar, B.Tech. Final Year
Dr Rajasekaran V., Assistant Professor of English

Abstract

Large classes, i.e. classrooms with a large number of students, are becoming the norm at all levels of education. These classes have often been associated with a variety of problems, and this paper aims to examines the impact of large classrooms on higher education in India. The main purpose of this paper is to understand the current system of education, and suggest measures, if necessary, to maximise students’ learning in large classes. A survey was conducted, and questions were posed to teachers and students to understand their thoughts and perceptions regarding large classrooms and to identify gaps which could be filled. While smaller classrooms may be beneficial to aspects like attitude towards learning, active participation, and immediate feedback, with some modification, these could be ensured in larger classes as well. These suggestions would help in enabling students to learn better and harness their skills to the maximum potential.

Keywords: Large classes, Higher education, Students, Teachers, Education, Learning

Introduction

In a populous country like India, classrooms with a large number of students are the norm, especially in higher education. This size may be linked with a decrease in cognitive skills like retention and learning. Students may be negatively impacted, and the education imparted to them may not be satisfactory.

The purpose of the present study was to understand whether the class strength affects the process of higher education for students in India, and to determine what changes can be made based on other factors affecting the same. India’s population is currently at 1.3 billion and is increasing. For all intents and purposes, it can be assumed that class sizes are only either going to stagnate or even increase in response to higher demand. Hence, this paper does not look at reducing class sizes as a solution to the problems posed.

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Snigdha Ramkumar, B.Tech. Final Year


Dr Rajasekaran V., Assistant Professor of English

Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai Campus
Tamil Nadu, India
rskaran2003@gmail.com
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