A Study on Effects of Online and Offline Coaching for Aptitude and Reasoning at Kalaburgi District Karnataka State

Abstract

This study examines the effects of online and offline coaching classes on students' performance in aptitude and reasoning subjects. With these skills being crucial for various competitive exams understanding the efficacy of different teaching modes is essential. The research employed a mixed method approach including survey academic performance analysis and interviews with students over six months results indicate that offline coaching is more effective for fostering interactive problem-solving and immediate feedback which are critical in reasoning subjects. Conversely, online coaching offers flexibility and access to diverse resources, benefiting students who prefer self-paced learning Engagement levels were higher in offline classes due to direct interaction while online classes saw varied participation. The study concludes that a blended learning approach, integrating the strengths of both online and offline coaching, could enhance learning outcomes in aptitude and reasoning further research is recommended to explore long-term effects and optimize hybrid learning models.