SEARCH ARTICLE

15 Pages : 145-154

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-IV).15      10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-IV).15      Published : Dec 2024

The Impact of Teacher-Student Relationships and Professional Development at the Undergraduate Level

    The objectives of this research are to investigate the relationship between teacher-student and professional development at the University of Layyah. For this purpose, convenience sampling techniques were used to collect data. The data was compromised on two groups, teachers (n=15) and students (n=50). The result revealed that 62% of students and 60% of teachers believe that professional development exercises successfully provide concepts and tactics that are advantageous in the classroom. Overall, the findings suggest a positive and conducive university climate where both students and teachers value formality, supportiveness, respect for rules, and concentration in academic endeavours.

    Teacher-Student Relationship, Professional Development, Academic Performance, Educational Outcomes, Student Engagement, Teacher Engagement, University Education
    (1) Hania Amir
    Undergraduate, Department of English, University of Layyah, Punjab, Pakistan. ORCID:(https://orcid.org/0009-0006-9799-0646)
    (2) Abdul Rehman
    M.Phil, Department of. English Literature, Department of English, Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab Pakistan.
    (3) Muhammad Basit Javed
    Undergraduate, Department of English, Muhammad Ali Institute of Science and Technology Layyah, Punjab, Pakistan.

18 Pages : 179-194

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-IV).18      10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-IV).18      Published : Dec 2024

Fostering an Entrepreneurial Mindset Through Education: Challenges and Opportunities

    This study addresses the question of how education can foster an entrepreneurial mindset, one of the determinants of success in the current, novelty driven economy. These studies identify factors such as the quality of entrepreneurial education, the provision of institutional support, attitudes to entrepreneurship, and a mediating effect of technology integration to inform barriers and opportunities to embedding entrepreneurial concepts across education models. Quantitative analysis and structural equation modeling are used in the paper, stressing the importances of experiential learning, institutional change and cultural inclusivity in entrepreneurial capability development. Results provide instructively useful [i.e., practically useful] learnings for educators and policymakers to design novel strategies for the learning experience that foster creativity, resilience and adaptability. The current study also has an added contribution to the literature on entrepreneurial education and entrepreneurial education's potential to drive societal innovation and economic growth.

    Entrepreneurial Education, Institutional Support, Cultural Attitudes, Technology Integration
    (1) Syed Rizwan Ali
    Assistant Professor & Head of Business Incubation CenteBusiness Incubation Center, Bahria University Karachi Campus, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (2) Sehrish Qasim
    Senior Lecturer, Bahria Business School, Bahria University Karachi Campus, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (3) Mehdi Abbas
    Senior Lecturer, Bahria Business School, Bahria University Karachi Campus, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.

19 Pages : 195-216

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-IV).19      10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-IV).19      Published : Dec 2024

An Evaluation of the Integration of Sustainability Knowledge Into Architectural Education: A Case Study of Lahore City, Pakistan

    Current and emerging trends in architectural education in Pakistan are changing locally and internationally, equally by environmental and socio- cultural factors. Especially with the current global trend towards more sustainability, Architectural education works to prepare its students for the current and future architectural practice. It has become critical aspect of Architectural education to raise awareness among future architects about the environmental impact of Architecture. In this context, promoting the term of “sustainable architectural education” has become a current trend globally. Consequently, the schools of architecture have integrated sustainability principles in their curricula, world wide. This shift raises key questions regarding the structural models and integration approaches used to incorporate sustainability education into architectural programs. The objectives of this paper is to examine the structural models adopted by selected schools of architecture in the city of Lahore and to assess the extent to which sustainability knowledge is emphasized within their curricula.

    Integration, Sustainability, Architectural Education, Curriculum, Environmental Control System, , Design Studio Objectives, Socio-economic & Cultural Environment, Policy Formulation by PCATP, Envi
    (1) Muhammad Tahir Khan Khalidi
    PhD Scholar, (UMT University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Memoona Rashid
    Assistant professor, School of Architecture, University of Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

11 Pages : 124-133

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2025(X-I).11      10.31703/gssr.2025(X-I).11      Published : Mar 2025

Education and Social Mobility: A Pathway to Economic and Social Empowerment

    Education plays a crucial role in social mobility by providing individuals with the tools to access better economic opportunities and improved social status. This paper explores the impact of educational attainment on social mobility, highlighting how it empowers individuals and bridges social classes. Through a literature review, the study establishes a direct link between education and upward mobility, particularly for disadvantaged groups. It examines formal, informal, and lifelong learning and their influence on raising living standards. The research investigates barriers to quality education economic, social, and political and how they perpetuate social inequality. Using both qualitative and quantitative methods, the study demonstrates that education is a key driver of economic and social transformation. It emphasizes the need to improve educational access, especially in underserved communities, to promote social mobility and overall societal welfare. The paper offers policy recommendations to reduce educational disparities and support lifelong learning for all social groups.

    Education, Social Mobility, Economic Empowerment, Social Empowerment, Educational Inequality, Lifelong Learning
    (1) Sajida Roshan
    M.Phil. Scholar, Department of Education, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Shaheed Benazirabad, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (2) Fazul Rahman
    M.Phil. Scholar, Department of Education, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Shaheed Benazirabad, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan.

19 Pages : 208-229

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2025(X-I).19      10.31703/gssr.2025(X-I).19      Published : Mar 2025

Climate Change Education at the Primary School Level in Pakistan: A Comparative Analysis of Curricula and Teaching Practices

    Education about climate change serves as a fundamental requirement for establishing environmental stewardship among primary school students. The investigation compares climate change knowledge between Pakistani public and private primary schools by utilizing UNESCO's climate education framework together with Shulman's Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK). The research methodology combined quantitative and qualitative methods to analyze textbooks from the Punjab Textbook Board and Oxford University Press, gather survey data from teachers, and conduct structured interviews followed by statistical assessment. The research shows modest direct climate-related learning appears in both public and private school curricula with private schools achieving better results in teaching methods. The participating sectors demonstrate teaching difficulties because of insufficient training and complex material which strengthens the argument for educational development based on UNESCO principles as well as PCK best practices.

    Climate Change Education, Unesco Framework, Pedagogical Content Knowledge (Pck), Public and Private Schools Pakistan, Curriculum Analysis, Teacher Perceptions
    (1) Saima Habib
    Section Head, Rangers Public School, Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Tayyaba Zain
    M. Phil Scholar, Department of STEM Education, University of Education Township, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

06 Pages : 66-79

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2025(X-II).06      10.31703/gssr.2025(X-II).06      Published : Jun 2025

Impact of Online Learning on Students’ Engagement and Academic Performance at Higher Institutions

    This research examines the effects of e-learning on academic performance and student engagement in universities. Through a quantitative approach, data were gathered from a sample of 200 students drawn from a population of 1,050. Descriptive statistical procedures, i.e., mean, standard deviation, frequencies, and percentages, were used together with inferential tests like ANOVA and regression to test the association among variables. The results confirm that a reliable internet connection, access to digital devices, and technical support significantly improve students' experience through online learning.  It suggests the integration of mixed-method studies with long-term designs in terms of developing a more complete profile of online courses of study. It also recommends that the use of good teaching practices, strong student support services, and equitable institutional policies should be embraced to enhance motivation and attainment. All these conclusions are essential to teachers and policymakers who aspire to get the most out of online learning.

    Online Learning, Student Engagement, Academic Achievement, Higher Education
    (1) Sobia Tasneem
    Lecturer, Department of Education, National University of Modern Language (NUML) Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Marium
    Undergraduate, Department of Education, National University of Modern Language (NUML) Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Talha Quraishi
    Undergraduate, Department of Education, National University of Modern Language (NUML) Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.

11 Pages : 132-142

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2025(X-II).11      10.31703/gssr.2025(X-II).11      Published : Jun 2025

Comparative Analysis of Educational News Coverage in Pakistani Regional Newspapers Across Urban and Rural Areas

    This study examines the presentation of educational news in Pakistani regional newspapers, comparing coverage in urban and rural contexts. Utilizing a Google Form survey, it aimed to identify disparities in information coverage, analyze the portrayal of rural educational issues, and evaluate the standards of education journalism. While the exploratory data collection involved 18 responses from diverse demographics across various provinces, the initial analysis indicates an urban-centric bias in educational reporting, underrepresentation of rural educational issues, and differing reader perceptions on the quality and significance of educational news. These findings underscore key areas for further investigation into the media's role in educational discourse.

    Educational News, Pakistan Newspapers, Underrepresentation, Media Bias
    (1) Amir Shah
    MS Scholar, Riphah Institute of Media Sciences, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Shahid
    Assistant Professor, and In-Charge Postgraduate Program, Riphah Institute of Media Sciences, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Pakistan.