Students' feedback on the use of low-cost, portable and safe hands-on tools in teaching and demonstrating noise pollution at a historically black university

Abstract

Dynamism of using pedagogy to teach concepts related to noise engineering at undergraduate level can fuel leaners desire to find a career opportunity in the field. This study aimed to investigate the impact of low-cost, portable, and safe hands-on tools used in teaching and demonstrating noise pollution at a historically black university (HBCU). The study was conducted among undergraduate students at one HBCU, and feedback was obtained regarding the device and the pedagogy using a 5-scale Likert questionnaire. The purpose of the study was to improve teaching pedagogy by assessing the impact of the tools on teaching and learning. The feedback from the students showed that the tool was well accepted and provided learners with an advantage in understanding noise pollution. Additionally, the engagement of students in class improved as a result of the use of the tool. The findings suggest that the use of low-cost, portable, and safe hands-on tools can enhance the teaching and learning of noise pollution and other related topics. This study highlights the importance of evaluating teaching and learning pedagogy to improve the quality of education.