Viability of Outcome-Based Education Approach in Social Science Education: A Review

Social science education is a field of study that focuses on the teaching and learning of social science subjects. It encompasses a wide range of topics, including curriculum development, instructional methods, and assessment strategies. With its deep roots in history, social science education presents a unique set of challenges due to its inherent complexity and multifaceted nature. There are many research studies in the field of social sciences, and also in the field of the OBE approach. However, there are limited studies on the OBE approach in social science education. Therefore, this study aims to fill the research gap of the viability of the OBE approach in social science education. This research entirely depends on declarative knowledge. Existing literature has highlighted significant advantages of OBE. Similarly, there are notable differences between traditional teacher-centered content-based education and student-centered OBE approach. Social science education plays a vital role in preparing students to become informed and engaged citizens in a complex and ever-changing world. By addressing the challenges and embracing new approaches, educators can continue to enhance the quality and effectiveness of social science education for all students by selecting a proper mix of traditional teaching approaches and student-centered OBE approaches.