SEARCH ARTICLE

02 Pages : 15-21

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-IV).02      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-IV).02      Published : Dec 2020

Studying the Impact of Critical Issues on Islamic Education

    This paper discusses Islam and education with reference to academic concepts of the education. It is very difficult task to build Islamic education in the non-Muslims countries, because non-Muslims have different traditions, cultural, political, and also in education. But we define some important issues in education. First; improving the public awareness in the Islamic schools where they cannot be good and lack the trust between Muslim and non-Muslim communities. So how we can improve the public awareness of Islamic schools and how we can enhance the trust of society. The second; financial permanence - in this issue, we improve the quality of education through sufficient income. The third issue in Islamic education is qualified teachers. How to improve Islamic education, train our students, and how to attract them towards Islamic education. The fourth; building the effective boards. They work as a backbone of Islamic education. The fifth one is of curriculum.

    Islamic Education, Curriculum, Awareness, Financial Permanence, Media
    (1) Asia Khatoon
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Shaheed Benazirabad, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (2) Rameez Ali Mahesar
    MPhil Scholar, Department of Media and Communication Studies, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (3) Asif Ali Raza
    Assistant Professor, Department of Islamic Studies and Arabic, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.

06 Pages : 50-59

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-IV).06      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-IV).06      Published : Dec 2020

Depiction of Kashmir in Media: A Corpus Assisted Study of Pakistani and Indian Newspapers

    This work deals with the use of adjectives in the depiction of Kashmir in Pakistani and Indian Newspapers. This study investigates the differences between Pakistani and Indian media with reference to the representation of the issue of Kashmir. For this purpose, a corpus of newspaper editorial articles from both Pakistani and Indian newspapers was compiled. The data was tagged with help of AntTag and was analyzed using AntConc software to see the differences between Pakistani and Indian newspapers with reference to the representation of Kashmir. The findings suggest that there is a lot of differences between Pakistani and Indian media with reference to the use of adjectives for the depiction of Kashmir. The findings also suggest that the depiction of Kashmir in both newspapers is biased and subjective.

    Corpus Linguistics, Indian Media, Pakistani Media, Analysis of Adjectives, Kashmir Issue
    (1) Athar Rashid
    Assistant professor, Department of Governance & Public Policy, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Arshad Ali
    Assistant professor, Department of English, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Ameer Sultan
    Lecturer, Department of English, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan.

10 Pages : 106-114

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).10      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).10      Published : Jun 2020

Exploring the Policies for Coverage of Minorities Issues in Pakistani Electronic Media

    Issues faced by the Christians of Punjab on various occasions have been reported by the media; however, they have been on the rise in recent years. Media organizations aim to provide coverage and address minorities issues, and also follow policies and procedures for better interest of all involved. This research paper attempts to look into the policies of electronic media organizations as well as the media regulatory body regarding coverage of issues faced by the Christians. In-depth interviews of officials in policymaking; four from media and two from the electronic media regulatory authority resulted that the authority has clear written policies for media content as to the coverage of minorities issues which is to avoid any coverage inciting hatred or fear among people. It also brings forth media’s unwritten policies and practices with regards to covering issues related to Pakistan Christian minority and priorities given to the coverage.

    Christians, Electronic Media, Media Coverage, Media Policy, Media Regulation, Pakistan, Religious Minorities.
    (1) Rachel Aruna Joshua
    PhD Scholar, Department of Mass Communication, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Anjum Zia
    Professor, Department of Mass Communication, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

23 Pages : 238-248

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).23      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).23      Published : Jun 2020

Empowering Online Methods of Student-Teacher Communication: The Opportunities and Challenges of Web-Based Technologies and Social Media During COVID-19 Lockdown

    The use of web-based technologies and social media to enhance student-teacher communication is a growing trend in education in recent times. After the COVID 19 pandemic, the worldwide network has been widely used and the infrastructure for information quickly developed. This study aims to explore the perceptions of teachers and students about the use of web and social media during the COVID-19 pandemic at postgraduate level. Firstly, this study employs a questionnaire to examine student perception about uses of web-based technologies and social media. Data were collected from 500 students from different departments at the universities. Secondly, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 10 teachers. The findings indicate that the social media are revolutionizing communication systems and are helpful in on-line classes, with collaborative work and research coordination during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study recommended extensive use of webs and social media for efficient communication between teachers and students.

    Key Words: Web-based Technologies, Social Media, Enhancing Communication, Students
    (1) Nasrin Akhter
    Associate Professor, Department of Science, University of Okara, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Naseer Ud Din
    Professor, Institute of Education & Research, Kohat University of Science & Technology, Kohat, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Muhammad Imran
    Assistant Professor, PMAS-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.

22 Pages : 171-179

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-IV).22      10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-IV).22      Published : Dec 2019

Association of Print Media Agenda and Policy Agenda on International Relations of Pakistan with USA

    The aim of the study was to examine the the association between print media agenda and policy agenda (State and NGOs) and its impact on the foreign policy of Pakistan with USA from 2015 till 2017 on categorized issues. Data is collected from DAWN and The News International of Pakistan. Quantitative research method was adopted and content of newspapers and policy documents (State and NGOs) was analyzed to find out the coverage, rank order, frame, slant and association between print media agenda and policy agenda (State and NGOs) regarding Pak-US relations issues. Findings revealed that print media agenda and state policy agenda are associated (rs =+.362) having moderate positive association and print media agenda and non-government policy agenda are associated (rs=+.490) having moderate positive association. Hence, hypotheses are supported.

    Content Analysis, DAWN, International Relations, The News International, Print Media Agenda, Policy Agenda.
    (1) Hayam Qayyoum
    PhD Scholar , Department of Mass Communication, Allama Iqbal Open University ,Islamabad, Pakistan
    (2) Saqib Riaz
    Chairman, Department of Mass Communication, Allama Iqbal Open University Islamabad, Punjab, pakistan.
    (3) Babar Hussain Shah
    Lecturer,Department of Mass Communication,Allama Iqbal Open University Islamabad, Punjab, pakistan.

28 Pages : 217-223

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-IV).28      10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-IV).28      Published : Dec 2019

Elements of Feminism in Language of Childrens Animations

    In todays modern globalized world, the power and impact of media in different aspects of human life are universally acknowledged. The elements of feminism in media have been widely researched in the past, but, how feminist ideas are portrayed in childrens media largely remains unexplored. The aim of this research is to explore the presentation of feminist concepts, notions, and ideas in a specific genre of childrens media – animations – through verbal and non-verbal language including verbal discourse, expressions, and overall communicative symbolism. The sample of the study consists of fourteen famous animations which are selected through purposive sampling. The results reveal that the feminist ideas and concepts presented deal with the empowerment and liberation of women, and hinted towards real-life womens issues such as education, adolescence, abuse, oppression, gender equality in work and employment, personal choice and other political, social and economic issues rather than presenting stereotypical image of women.

    Feminism, Language, Gender, Animation, Media
    (1) Izzah Shahid
    Student,Department of English,Fatima Jinnah Women University, The Mall, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Fakhira Riaz
    Assistant Professor,Department of English,Fatima Jinnah Women University, The Mall, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Akifa Imtiaz
    Assistant Professor,Department of English,Fatima Jinnah Women University, The Mall, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.

35 Pages : 269-275

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-II).35      10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-II).35      Published : Jun 2019

Socio-Psychological Effects on Media Professional Standards during Military Operations in Pakistan

    While using qualitative and quantitative techniques, this study analyzes the issues and challenges faced by the journalists while working in the areas going under military operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and FATA. Based on the hierarchy of influences model, a survey was conducted in Waziristan, Swat and Peshawar. A total of 185 local journalists from Swat, North Waziristan and Peshawar are selected and interviewed. The research found various psychological and visible impacts on journalists reporting from conflict areas. They face challenges like governmental and organizational pressure, safety hazards and bars on freedom of access to news sources. Low perks and privileges, facilities to perform their professional duties and demanding standards for local journalists. The war journalists were dissatisfied with their professions and many were thinking to quit their jobs. In the qualitative technique of semistructured interviews, the survey findings were supported and integrated with the large issues of media control and geo-strategic considerations.

    War on Terror, Role of Media, Psychological Pressures, Responsible Reporting, Safety of Journalists
    (1) Rooh ul Amin Khan
    PhD Scholar, Centre of Media and Communication Studies,University of Gujrat, Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Zahid Yousaf
    Associate Professor,Centre for Media and Communication Studies,University of Gujrat, Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan.

47 Pages : 364-370

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-II).47      10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-II).47      Published : Jun 2019

Emotional Intelligence, Entrepreneurial Self-Efficacy and Entrepreneurial Intention

    Current study is an attempt to highlight the connection of emotional intelligence with entrepreneurial intention directly as well as indirectly by taking in account entrepreneurial selfefficacy as a mediator. A sample of 352 final year business administration students from different universities (public sector) of KP, Pakistan is taken by the researcher. Questionnaire is used as data collection instrument whereas measures are adopted from previous literature for measuring present study variables. Reliability analysis for scale reliability, correlation analysis for testing relationships of variables and PROCESS macros (model # 4) for mediation analysis is employed by the researcher to get results. Results depicts a significant positive relationship among study variables. Researcher also find out that self-efficacy (entrepreneurial) mediates the association of entrepreneurial intention with emotional intelligence among final year business administration students.

    Emotional Intelligence, Entrepreneurial Intention, Entrepreneurial SelfEfficacy, University Students, Mediation
    (1) Tufail Nawaz
    Lecturer, Department of Business Administration, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Aziz Javed
    Assistant Professor, Department of Business Administration, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Aman Ullah
    Assistant Professor, Department of Business Administration, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, KP, Pakistan.

51 Pages : 391-402

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-II).51      10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-II).51      Published : Jun 2019

Analyzing the Role of Social Media in Strengthening Democracy in Pakistan

    Modern innovation in communication has changed patterns of socializing. Advance forms of communication are paving ways for people to convey their ideologies to others. This study attempts to analyze the role of social media in strengthening democracy in Pakistan and highlights the importance of media in democratic states by an extensive review of the literature. The core concern of the study was to observe how mass media contributes to the socialization of democracy. Quantitative research methodology opted, and research findings concluded that social media advocates the public on general political issues that increase the political efficacy and resulting in more political participation in Pakistan. Web 2.0 platforms such as Twitter and Facebook provide new opportunities to create a political environment in Pakistan. In the presence of these platforms, a bridge is developed between the citizens for strengthening a strong democratic setup.

    Social Media, Democratization, Political Awareness, Political Efficacy, Political Participation
    (1) Sumera Batool
    Assistant Professor, Department of Mass Communication, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Saba Sultana
    Lecturer, Department of Mass Communication and Media, University of Narowal, Narowal, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Farrah -ul- Momineen
    PhD Scholar, Department of Mass Communication, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

13 Pages : 100-107

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-I).13      10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-I).13      Published : Mar 2019

Media Imperialism and Cultural Dissatisfaction: A Case Study of Undergraduate Students in Islamabad

    The objective of the research was to dig out the effects of exposure to western television channels among the undergraduate students in Islamabad on their cultural dissatisfaction. The extent of dissatisfaction about Pakistani culture and positive assumptions in favor of western culture was noted. A convenient sampled survey with equal representation of male and female gender was applied. It was found that exposure to western television channels makes an alien world in the minds of audience (t=3.02). A considerable variance in assumption inclined to foreign culture was assessed (β=0.32). Moreover, income and time spent remained the important factors to make the western alien culture a reality.

    Assumption, Cultural Dissatisfaction, Media Imperialism, Undergraduate Students
    (1) Farrukh Nazir
    PhD Scholar, Center for Media and Communication Studies, University of Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Arshad Ali
    Assistant Professor, Center for Media and Communication Studies, University of Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan.