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@article{187175,
        author = {Rajmani Kumar and Karina Kumari and Shalu Kumari and Renu Kumari and Ragini Rani and Rupesh Kumar Yadav and Shweta Kumari and Dr.K. Latha},
        title = {A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Hazards of Plastic Use Among High School Students in Selected Schools of Sasaram, Bihar.},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {6},
        pages = {4978-4979},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=187175},
        abstract = {—Plastic is widely used in daily life due to its convenience and durability, but its improper use and disposal have caused serious environmental and health problems. Awareness among adolescents regarding plastic hazards is crucial for sustainable living. Objectives: To assess existing knowledge of high school students about hazards of plastic use. To evaluate the effectiveness of a structured teaching programme (STP).To compare pre-test and post-test knowledge scores. To find associations between demographic variables and knowledge levels Methods: A quantitative, pre-experimental (one-group pre-test post-test) design was used. The study was conducted at Shri Shankar High School, Sasaram, Bihar, among 60 students selected through purposive sampling. A structured questionnaire with 25 items assessed knowledge before and after the teaching session. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics (paired t-test).Results: In the pre-test, 33.3% of students had poor, 50% had average, and 16.7% had good knowledge. Post-intervention, 66.7% showed good knowledge, 30% average, and only 3.3% poor. The mean pre-test score (7.2 ± 2.1) increased to (11.8 ± 1.5) in post-test, showing a significant difference (p < 0.05). Class level and source of information were significantly associated with pre-test knowledge. Conclusion: The structured teaching programme was effective in improving students’ knowledge regarding hazards of plastic use. Educational interventions at the school level can help develop eco-friendly attitudes and reduce plastic dependency.},
        keywords = {Plastic hazards, Structured teaching programme, Awareness, High school students, Environmental health.},
        month = {November},
        }