A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Computer Assisted Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Awareness of Using Menstrual Cup and its Importance Among Selected B. Ed. College Students at Hassan

Abstract

Background of the Study: Although menstrual hygiene is crucial for women's health, cultural taboos, misunderstandings, and a lack of education have prevented many people from being aware of sustainable options like menstrual cups. Despite being safe, affordable, and environmentally friendly substitutes for traditional products, menstrual cups are not widely accepted, particularly among young women. By offering interactive and easily accessible information, cutting-edge teaching strategies like Computer Assisted Teaching (CAT) can successfully increase knowledge. The purpose of this study is to evaluate how well a CAT program works to raise women's knowledge and comprehension of the value of using menstrual cups. Objectives: The study's objective was to evaluate the awareness of menstrual cup use and its significance among a sample of Hassan B.Ed. college students. Method: Sixty B.Ed. College students were chosen for the samples using Hassan's Non-Probability Purposive Sampling technique. For this study, a pre-experimental one-group pre-test and post-test research design was employed. Chi-Square and the paired "t" test were used to analyze the data. Results: Overall, B.ED. college students' pre-test and post-test mean scores on awareness and the significance of using a menstrual cup were 8.466 and 26.0833, respectively. The "t" value, which was 45.804, indicates that knowledge has significantly increased following the CAT program's administration. The pre-test level of knowledge and their socio demographic characteristics, like religion, are significantly correlated, according to the χ2 value. Conclusion: When compared to their prior knowledge before the implementation of the CAT program, B.Ed. Students demonstrated a notable increase in their awareness of the importance of using menstrual cups.