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http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2022(VII-I).02 10.31703/gssr.2022(VII-I).02 Published : Mar 2022Analyzing English Language Learning Problems of Students through the Lenses of Action Research
Traditional mode of teaching promoted rote learning among learners over the years. A University classroom is a place where learners acquire new knowledge, skills, abilities, capabilities, and techniques. This study unveils the English Language Learning problems of undergraduate students. The target population was 155 university students. Qualitative research methods were fielded. 'Observation, video-recording, focus group interview, and diary notes' were research instruments. Outcomes were drawn through the lenses of Action Research. Purposive sampling was the research design. 'Interpretive approach' was employed for data analysis. Results exhibited that students confronted English language problems, and they affected student learning.The study speaks volumes about the gap between teaching and learning. This gap needs to be addressed through Action Research to achieve effective learning outcomes. This study recommends the use of novel teaching strategies, lesson plans, pair work, group discussions, robust material, learner engagement, and constructive feedback in university education.
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Action Research, Teaching Strategies, Learning Problems, English Language Learners
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(1) Abdullah Laghari
Lecturer, Department of English, Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering Science & Technology, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan.
(2) Inayatullah Kakepoto
Professor, Department of English, Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering Science & Technology, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan.
(3) Faheem Arshad
Lecturer, Department of English, University of Sargodha, Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan.
Factors Influencing the Choice of Teaching as a Career and Research Productivity of University Teachers: A Qualitative Perspective
The Authors used current influential models from the literature to explore the factors influencing the choice of teaching as a career and the research productivity of university teachers. The study was qualitative in nature. An interview protocol having ten open-ended questions about the influencing factors of teaching as a career choice and research productivity was used to collect data from a sample of 30 university teachers. The face-to-face and online interviews tried to explore and identify factors influencing the choice of teaching as a career and research productivity of university teachers.The study made several theoretical as well as practical contributions. A nunderstanding of the factors for the choice of teaching profession and research productivity has implications for planning and the development of teacher recruitment and promotion policies. The researchers extended the value component of the value-expectancy motivational framework and provided a theoretical and analytical framework to help guide future investigations in this area.
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Research Productivity Teaching as a Caree
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(1) Gulnaz Akbar
PhD Scholar, Institute of Education & Research, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
(2) Munaza Nausheen
Associate Professor, Institute of Education & Research, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
The Teaching of Islamiyat and Students' Character Building: An Analysis of Elementary School Teachers
This quantitative study was designed to analyze the effects of teaching Islamiyat on students' character building at the elementary level. The proportionate sample of 817 elementary school teachers was drawn from the total population of Okara district elementary schools using random sampling.The tools' reliability was also tested using a pilot study and Cronbach's alpha on the pilot study's responses. Scale reliability was.88. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics (means and standard deviations), t-test and ANOVA to compare teachers' demographics, and regression to examine the effects of variables. The researcher used factor analysis to determine if the scale's items were gears of a common construct. The study found that most teachers agree that Islamiyat teaching is vital in developing students' character.
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Islamiyat Teaching, Character, Character Building, Elementary Schools
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(1) Majid Ali
M. Phil (Education Leadership and Management) Scholar, The Superior College, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Muhammad Mukhtyar
Lecturer of Physics, Divisional Public School and College, Dera Ghazi Khan, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Zobia Kanwal
Lecturer Education, The Superior College, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
The Role of Discourse Analysis in Understanding Language Teaching and Learning
The role of Discourse Analysis (DA), which is important in teaching and learning language, is discussed in this paper. DA allows researchers to analyze speech and writing, shedding light on the social structures, power dynamics, and cultural contexts through which classroom lives are enacted. The presentation introduces DA and its theoretical bases and then discusses its educational use. Research has found that DA improves teaching through critical thinking and differentiated instruction. For example, it shows how specific classroom communication patterns and student engagement can stack up to improve outcomes. Through case studies, the paper presents practical insights into how DA shapes curriculum and pedagogy that includes students’ linguistic backgrounds. Finally, it concludes by asserting that incorporating DA into language classrooms fosters effective communication and cultivates the critical thinking skills necessary to navigate global interactions in a diverse society.
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Discourse Analysis, Language Teaching, Language Learning, Pedagogy, Education
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(1) Khalid Azim Khan
Consultant Academic Accreditation, Deanship of Development and Quality, Umm Al Qura University, Saudi Arabia.
(2) Aziz Ullah Khan
Assistant Professor, Department of English, National University of Modern Languages Islamabad, Pakistan.
(3) Ayyaz Mahmood
Assistant Professor, Department of English, National University of Modern Languages Islamabad, Pakistan.
A Comparative Analysis of Single Nation Curriculum with the Previous National Curriculum
The current paper critically reviews the Single Nation Curriculum to verify the claims made by the document after its launching in 2020 as being the first policy document for educational reformation at the national level after several decades. The analysis compares the document with the National Curriculum (2006) which has been acknowledged as the main reference document in the preparation of the Single Nation Curriculum. The paper analyses various sections of the document, with a focus on English language teaching, to expose that the new curriculum is only an imitation of the previous 2006 curriculum without introducing any significant change in the policy, content, and methodology. The paper hopes to raise awareness among the policymakers and authors of SNC about establishing connections between research and practice, hence augmenting professional development with a focus on improved practices in the area of education and curriculum development.
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Single Nation Curriculum, Curriculum, Assessment, Teaching Methodology, Pedagogy
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(1) Jabreel Asghar
Faculty Member, Higher Colleges of Technology, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates,
(2) Asif Ahmad
Assistant Professor, Begum Nusrat Bhutto University for Women, Sukkur, Sindh, Pakistan.
Challenges & Suggestions of Online Teaching: Opinions of Public and Private Universities in Pakistan
Online learning has transformed higher education. Many empirical studies have been done on the challenges with online courses, but few have presented an overview. We reviewed the literature using Cooper's framework. Concerns were found to be common in three large groups: online students, teachers, and people who make materials. Online education had problems because students had different ideas about what was expected of them, their level of preparedness, and their level of engagement. Teachers had to deal with problems like getting used to their new roles in the classroom and having trouble with time management and how to teach. Considerations for content development, the role of instructors in content creation, the use of multimedia in content, the importance of instructional methods, and more came up during this research. Higher education institutions can help both teachers and students get past these problems by giving them opportunities.
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Online Teaching, Public and Private Universities, Pakistan, Education, Students, Teachers, Online Education
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(1) Farah Latif Naz
Lecturer, Department of Education, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Abdul Wahab
Lecturer, Institute of Education and Research , University of Balochistan, Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan.
(3) Abdul Raheem
Department of Disaster Management and Development Studies, University of Balochistan, Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan.
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http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2022(VII-IV).01 10.31703/gssr.2022(VII-IV).01 Published : Dec 2022Quality Enhancement of Pre-Service Teacher Education Using Philosophy for Community (P4C) as a Teaching Maneuver
The study's aimed to identify the effect of the P4C teaching maneuver on the critical thinking skills (CTS) of teacher candidates by using a quantitative, quasi-experimental approach. The population comprised of teacher candidates of B.Ed. (Hons) programmes of University of Education whereas the sample was intact two sections of 5th-semester candidate teachers in Division of Education, UE Lahore. CTS were assessed through Watson Glaser Critical Thinking Appraisal (WGCTA). The results of the t-test suggested that P4C significantly improved the CTS (Inference and Overall CTS) of teacher candidates in the experimental group as compared to the control group. However, both groups' teacher candidates were equally skilled in the remaining WGCTA sub-scales (Recognize Assumptions, Deduction, Interpreting Information, and Evaluation of Arguments). It is suggested that a comparable study be carried out at all educational levels (primary, secondary, higher education) in both public and private sectors as well as in other disciplines by adopting a mixed-method approach.
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Quality Enhancement, Pre-Service Teacher Education, Philosophy for Communities, Teaching Maneuver
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(1) Soofia Noor
PhD Scholar, Division of Education, University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Huma Lodhi
Assistant Professor, Division of Education, University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Farah Shafiq
Assistant Professor, Division of Education, University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Students' Meta-cognition Skills and Problem-solving Strategies in Math: A Preliminary Literature Review
Math problem-solving is difficult for students and instructors. Metacognition abilities may help tackle these problems. Math problem-solving success depends on metacognitive abilities and methods. These abilities and tactics benefit students and instructors. Metacognitive abilities and methods are examined in mathematics problem-solving for instructors and students. A qualitative case-study design was utilised. to describe things deeply and broadly. Metacognitive abilities and methods such as task analysis, planning, monitoring, checking, and reflection, as well as self- and group-monitoring, reading and writing, self-regulation (SR), and self-assessment (SA), helped students solve arithmetic problems. Group talks and self-reflection help pupils tackle challenges, too. Meta-cognition for problem-solving is recommended for students and instructors.
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Mathematics, Meta-cognitive Skills, Self-regulation, Self-assessment, Teaching and Learning, Problem-solving
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(1) Bushra Noor
Charles Darwin University, Australia.
Learner vs Teacher Centered Classes: Critical Discourse Analysis of Stakeholders' Stance from Socio-Cognitive Perspective
The research conducted for this study took place in a Pakistani educational institution. It compared the learner-centred (LC) and teacher-centred (TC) methods and investigated the learners' opinions regarding each method. This study employed qualitative methodology. Two classroom discussions were recorded in LC and TC modes to capture data. Participants in the study were given an open-ended questionnaire. Analyses of data were guided by Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA). The application of the socio-cognitive model (Dijk, 2006) and 3D model (Fairclough, 1995) revealed speech and ideology differences between TC and LC. The learners preferred the LC method. This research will encourage other academics to research different instruction methods. This research will also benefit applied linguists, particularly language teachers, to determine the effectiveness of teaching methods.
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Learner-Centered Method, Teacher-Centred Method, Teaching Methodology, Critical Discourse Analysis, Socio-Cognitive Model, 3D Model
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(1) Nadia Nisar
PhD Scholar, Department of English Linguistics, Government College Woman University, Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Muhammad Sabboor Hussain
Assistant Professor, Department of English Linguistics, Government College Woman University, Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan.
Impact of Six Sigma Practices on Teaching-Learning Effectiveness: A Case Study of the University of Okara
The study aimed to assess the impact of implementing Six Sigma practices on teaching effectiveness. This exploratory research, conducted at the University of Okara, centred on teachers from various departments. Qualitative data was gathered via semi-structured interviews and analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings revealed that faculty members were unintentionally addressing three phases (define, measure, and analyze) of the Six Sigma process due to a lack of awareness. Students were knowledgeable about their educational standards and rights, and their issues were addressed when communicated. However, the remaining two phases (improvement and control) of Six Sigma were neglected by university teachers, with quantity taking precedence over quality. Teachers acquainted with Six Sigma practices demonstrated greater teaching effectiveness. The study recommends raising awareness among teaching staff about Six Sigma practices and ensuring their implementation for better outcomes. Expanding the data collection scope for result triangulation is also suggested.
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Six Sigma, Education Quality, Teaching Effectiveness
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(1) Muhammad Tahir Khan Farooqi
Associate Professor, Department of Education Research and Assessment, University of Okara, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Muhammad Naveed Khalid
Resource Person, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(3) Aima Shafiq
PhD Scholar, Department of Education, University of Okara, Okara, Punjab, Pakistan.