SEARCH ARTICLE

33 Pages : 317-325

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-III).33      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-III).33      Published : Sep 2020

Examining the Psychosocial Barriers of Female Students in Academic Settings of Sindh: The Case of Public Sector University of Sindh, Pakistan

    The collective responsibilities and rights of female students are ignored in the academic domain of Sindh, Pakistan. The third world countries are a mirror image of it and highlight their declining condition in the educational perspectives of female education. The twelve Psychosocial barriers are highlighted in this study. They are analyzed to know about their extent in female students in one of the Public sector universities of Sindh, Pakistan. The quantitative design was adopted, and a questionnaire was used as the instrument to measure percentages and frequencies. A five-point Likert Scale was selected for the process of data collection measurement from thirty female participants of the English department. The thirty female students represented four academic stages in a co-academic setting. After the analysis of data through SPSS software, the results affirmed that female students do face problems to pursue their higher education in the shape of psychological fears, uncomfortable situations, adoption of different rough attitudes against her existence in academics, dominancy of the male colleague in academic and societal boundaries, cultural and parental disparities in mind sets that ultimately results to the unawareness of societal conservative norms established in educational setting of Universities in Sindh, Pakistan.

    Barriers, Female, Psycho, Social, Students, University
    (1) Ali Siddiqui
    MPhil Scholar, English Language Development Center (ELDC), Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET), Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (2) Tania Shabir Shaikh
    MPhil Scholar, Institute of English Language and Literature (IELL), University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan.

04 Pages : 34-41

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-IV).04      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-IV).04      Published : Dec 2020

The Relationship of Child Protection Rights Observance with the Students' Level of Satisfaction at Secondary School Level

    The aim of this quantitative descriptive study was to investigate the "relationship of child protection rights observance with the students' level of satisfaction at secondary school level in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa". School management and students at the public sector secondary schools of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa were the populations of the study. Stratified random sampling was used to select a sample of 320 principals, 640 teachers and 3200 students from 320 randomly selected secondary schools. Three satisfaction scales of five-point Likert type options were used for data collection. Data were analyzed using percentage, chi-square (?2), and Pearson values. School management showed a significant relationship between child protection rights observance and the level of satisfaction of students. Observance of the fundamentals of child rights played a pivotal role in making sure the child protection rights. Students' mutual interaction did not impede the instructional activities of the school management through a significant number of the sample considered teaching as a hectic job.

    Child Rights, Education Management, Protection Rights, Students' Satisfaction
    (1) Khalid Rehman Khan
    Ph.D Scholar, Hazara University Mansehra, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Habib Elahi Sahibzada
    Associate Professor, Department of Education, Hazara University Mansehra KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Manzoor Hussain Shah
    Chairman, Department of Education, Hazara University Mansehra KP, Pakistan.

35 Pages : 346-355

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-I).35      10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-I).35      Published : Mar 2021

The Role of English Language Skills in Career Growth: A Study of Perceptions and Strategies Used to Improve English Language Skills by Graduate and Undergraduate Students of Karachi, Pakistan

    The English language has a major impact on our companies and workplaces. Regardless of geographical, social, political, or religious divisions, English has become the lingua franca of the international corporate world. The purpose of this research study was to explore the role of English language skills in the career growth of a person and understand the perceptions of graduate and undergraduate students about learning and improving this language. For this purpose, relevant literature was scouted, and based on scholars points of view; a questionnaire was developed to get the opinions of the students. The data was collected using Google Form, employing a stratified convenience sampling procedure. The analysis shows a positive relationship between English language skills and career growth.

    English Language Skills, Perceptions, and Undergraduate Students
    (1) Stephn John
    Associate Professor/Chairperson, Department of Education, Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Karachi, Singh, Pakistan.
    (2) Subhash Gurario
    Associate Professor/Chairperson, Department of Social Development, Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Karachi, Singh, Pakistan.
    (3) Jamshed Adil Halepota
    Professor, Department of Business Administration, Sindh Madressatul Islam University, Karachi, Singh, Pakistan.

18 Pages : 180-190

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-II).18      10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-II).18      Published : Jun 2021

The Influence of Parent-Teacher Meetings on Early Childhood Students' Academic Performance: Prospective Teachers' Perceptions

    Parent-teacher meetings (PTM) play an integral role in a child's education. The importance of PTM is even more critical for Early childhood Education (ECE). ECE is not a novice concept in Pakistan; however, parents have only realized now that learning during early childhood goes beyond the walls of the classrooms and can only realize its full potential if parents are actively participating in their children's education. Therefore, PTM is the time when parents and teachers can collaborate to work for the education of the children. The current study explores the prospective teachers' perceptions of PTMs and their influence on ECE students' performance. The data were gathered from seven participants through an open-ended, semi-structured interview guide. The analysis concluded that prospective teachers had a good understanding of PTMs processes and generally had a positive attitude toward them. Prospective teachers also believed that PTMs positively influence students' academic performance.

    Prospective Teachers, Perceptions; Influence, Parent-Teacher Meeting, Students' Performance
    (1) Mahnoor Arshad
    MPhil Scholar, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Yaar Muhammad
    Assistant Professor, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Naima Qureshi
    Assistant Professor, University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

05 Pages : 38-48

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-III).05      10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-III).05      Published : Sep 2021

Engaging Instructions in History Classrooms: Exploring University Teachers' Perceptions and Practices

    This interview study aimed to explore the perceptions and practices of the university teachers regarding student engagement in History & Pakistan Studies classrooms. Data were collected from four PhD professors from a public sector university. A qualitative research design was used, and semi-structured interviews were conducted. Thematic analysis was done to extract findings from the qualitative data. The finding is arranged into three themes, i.e., student engagement, instructional strategies, and classroom management. The finding suggested that teachers use different strategies and practices to improve student engagement. Moreover, teachers used different practices to make their classes interesting. It is reported that having a cordial teacher-student relationship is beneficial for enhancing student engagement level and overall performance at the postgraduate level of education. Effective classroom management plays a significant role in creating a positive learning environment for engaging instruction.

    Classroom Management, Instructional Strategies, Students Engagement, Higher Education, Engaging Instructions, University Teachers
    (1) Gouhar Pirzada
    MPhil Scholar, Department of Education, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Yaar Muhammad
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Saba Zaka
    District Trainer, Department of Literacy and Non-Formal Basic Education, Gujranwala, Punjab, Pakistan.

08 Pages : 84-91

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-IV).08      10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-IV).08      Published : Dec 2021

Teaching of English to Veterinary University Students: A Study to Examine Learner’s Intentions towards Online Learning during Different Waves of COVID-19 in Pakistan

    In the present era, knowing the students' intention towards online learning has become necessary due to the persisting situations of the COVID-19. The current study explores the teaching of English to Biological Science students through online to explore their intentions towards online learning due to different waves of COVID-19 in Pakistan. The study used a rational method that utilizes cross-sectional data.The study employed a random sampling technique to trace the respondents.By using the AMOS, the results of a study underline a positive significant effect of performance expectancy (PE), effort expectancy (EE), social influence (SI), facilitating conditions (FC), and perceived usefulness (PU) on intention towards online learning (ITOL) among the Biological Science students. The findings of the study are significant as they provide valuable insights to comprehend the elements that influence online learning (OL)concerning the teaching of English as a second language.

    English, Vaternary University Students, Online Learning, COVID-19, Pakistan
    (1) Abdul Khaliq
    Assistant Professor, Department of Social and Allied Sciences, Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Farzana Iqbal
    Assistant Professor, Department of Islamic Studies, The Govt Sadiq College Women University Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Rasheed Ahmad
    Visiting Lecturer, Department of English Literature, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.

38 Pages : 358-364

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-III).38      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-III).38      Published : Sep 2020

The Effects of Cardiovascular Exercises on Body Mass Index and Vital Capacity among Students of Sargodha University

    This research was designed to evaluate the effect of cardiovascular exercises on body mass index (BMI) and vital capacity (VC) among student aged between 21-27 years (M ± SD 22.3± 3.05). The experimental research study was applied to 54 University students of Sargodha. Data were analyzed by using SPSS version 24.0. P-value ? 0.05 was considered significant. The result showed that the average BMI of the control group and experimental groups was 20.73±3.02 vs 21.51±3.21. The effectiveness of cardiovascular exercise on Vital capacity on Pre and post-test of the experimental group was -56.91272 ± 22.03192 with a pvalue of 0.000, which was showed there was a highly significant improvement in vital capacity of students and compare with the control group. It was concluded that body masses index and vital capacity is significantly improved in university students of the experimental group as a result of 10 weeks of the cardiovascular exercise training program. Conclude that there is a significant difference between the effects of cardiovascular exercise and daily routine sports activities on BMI.

    Cardiovascular Exercises, BMI Body Mass Index, VC Vital Capacity, University Students, and Sedentary Lifestyle
    (1) Yassar Iqbal
    Lecturer, Department of Sports Sciences, University of Sargodha, Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Zubia Savila
    PhD Scholar, Centre for Sports and Exercise Sciences, University of Malaya, Malaysia.
    (3) Muhammad Badar Habib
    Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education & Sports Sciences, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.

43 Pages : 331-340

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-IV).43      10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-IV).43      Published : Dec 2019

Practitioners' Perception about Professional Learning Practices at Higher Secondary Level in Public and Private Sector

    The study analyzed practitioners' perceptions about professional learning practices at higher secondary level in public and private sector. The components of professional learning practices were teaching learning process, students' development, teachers' professional relationship and service, institutional development and personal and professional growth. The objectives of this paper focused on checking practitioners' insights regarding above given components. The sample of the study were 633 practitioners. Major findings were that there was no major difference in perceptions of both sector teachers about teaching learning and students' development. The practitioners of private schools showed more interest in professional relationship, institutional development, personal and professional growth. It is recommended that institutional administration may make it mandatory for practitioners to prepare professional teaching portfolio and may design professional development courses about building their competency in classroom management. The administration of public schools may plan professional learning communities and knowledge sharing societies through launching collaborative campaigns.

    Professional learning practices, teaching learning process, students' achievements, institutional development, professional development
    (1) Farkhanda Tabassum
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education,National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Shazia Zamir
    Assistant Professor,Department of Education, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Saira Nudrat
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education,National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.

46 Pages : 360-366

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-IV).46      10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-IV).46      Published : Dec 2019

Relationship Between Teachers Leadership Styles and Students Academic Achievement

    Leadership styles play an important role and position in pedagogical activities and school effectiveness because they play a major role in the learning process. The current study looked at the relationship between teacher leadership styles (including democratic, autocratic, transformational and transactional) and student academic achievement at the university level. Head of the Departments of Social Sciences and Master degree students made up the study population. Twenty-nine Heads of Departments (HODs) and two hundred and six students from five public sector universities in Khyber Pakhtukhawa were selected through simple random and stratified (proportionate) sampling techniques. Data was collected through a questionnaire, the reliability co-efficient of which was 0.72 and 0.82 for HODs and students respectively. The data collected was analyzed using Mean, Standard Deviation and Pearson Correlation. The study results indicate that teacher leadership styles are strongly linked to student academic success

    Teachers Leadership Styles, Students academic Achievement
    (1) Abdur Rashid
    Lecturer, Department of Education, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Upper Dir, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Roohul Amin
    Lecturer, Department of Education, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Upper Dir, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Shabir Ahmad
    Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Elementary and Secondary Education Department, KP, Pakistan.

48 Pages : 374-381

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-IV).48      10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-IV).48      Published : Dec 2019

The Effects of British Council Training Program English as Medium of Instruction on Primary School Teachers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

    The present study would lead to know the effects of British Council training program on the primary school teachers in Khyber Pukhtunkhawa. The objective of the study was to know the effects of the training program on the primary school teachers. The primary school teachers, who successfully completed grade III training English as Medium of Instruction in Khyber Pukhtunkhawa, were the population of the study. The study was delimited to male primary school teachers of the three districts namely Mardan, Peshawar and Swabi. The target population was 1947 male primary school teachers, of whom 330 was selected. The data was collected through questionnaire and analyzed through percentage and chi-square. The results of the study that the primary school teachers were able to use English as Medium of Instruction. The study recommended that such trainings should be arranged for teachers to improve their skills of using English as Medium of Instruction.

    British Council, Primary School Teachers, English as Medium of Instruction, Activity Based Teaching and Students Centered Teaching
    (1) Shabir Ahmad
    Lecturer, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Elementary and Secondary Education Department, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Roohul Amin
    Lecturer, Department of Education, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Upper Dir, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Abdur Rashid
    Lecturer, Department of Education, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Upper Dir, KP, Pakistan.