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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.

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.

12 Pages : 143-150

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2025(X-II).12      10.31703/gssr.2025(X-II).12      Published : Jun 2025

Exploring the Challenges of Curriculum Development in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: A Systematic Review

    The rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in all domains of society is reshaping the academic landscape, calling for a change in curriculum design and delivery. This systematic review investigates how the educational system is changing to adapt its curriculum to align with the opportunities and challenges created by AI technologies. The four primary theoretical frameworks include Constructivist Learning Theory, Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK), Digital Capital Theory, and the 21st-Century Skills Framework in the framework of AI education teaching, technical and equity dimensions. The results show that when AI promises personal education, administrative performance, and modern teaching methods, there are important gaps in curriculum education, the preparation of teachers, and moral integration. In combination with current global literature, this study provides valuable insights for teachers, policymakers, and curriculum designers in the AI-powered world.

    Artificial Intelligence, Curriculum Development, Systematic Review, Challenges
    (1) Aima Shafiq
    PhD Scholar, Department of Educational Research and Assessment, University of Okara, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Rukhsana Yahya
    PhD Scholar, Department of Educational Research and Assessment, University of Okara, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Salma Waheed
    PhD Scholar, Department of Educational Research and Assessment, University of Okara, Punjab, Pakistan.

11 Pages : 142-151

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

Rote to Robot: The STEAM Revolution – Content Analysis of STEAM Curriculum

    The present study focused on analysing the STEAM curriculum. The current study based on following objectives. (i) To analyse the content of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics STEAM curriculumm. (ii)To investigates the challenges faced regarding implementation of STEAM curriculum. (iii)To identify the strengths and areas of improvement of STEAM curriculum. Qualitative content analysis research design employed. Purposive sampling techniques were used. Sample of the study consisted of ten chapters from each STEAM curriculum textbook of grades one, two, and three. It was shown by the results of the study that the STEAM curriculum has potential to inculcate both soft and hard skills in students through transdisciplinary learning. However, gaps exist in contents integration, teacher’s training, resource availability. It was concluded that systemic changes in in-service and pre-service teacher trainings, instructional support, and policy direction needed for successful implementation of STEAM curriculum.

    Content Analysis, STEAM, Curriculum, Textbooks
    (1) Mohtashma Habib
    Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Educational Leadership and Management (Faculty of Education), International Islamic University Islamabad, Pakistan.

05 Pages : 49-60

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2026(XI-I).05      10.31703/gssr.2026(XI-I).05      Published : Mar 2026

Exploring the Interpersonal Portrayal in Pakistani Children Literature: A Systemic Functional Perspective

    The current study investigates social representation of characters in Pakistani children literature that is utilized within schools and specifically with the Punjab Textbook Board (PTB) textbooks in Grade 5-8. Utilizing an SFL, Interpersonal Meta-function as developed by Halliday, the study explores the issue of relationships, power and ideology of education as represented in any of the texts by linguistics choice. By establishing the method as Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) and using pronouns, mood, and modality as analysis points, the study will seek to determine how language can construct or challenge dominant ideologies. Through qualitative analysis of selected texts, one examines character interactions to indicate patterns of who are included or marginalized representation, social groups, and power structures which were present. This study has its significance in various fields of education such as in the fields of curriculum engineering, linguistic analysis, and Discourse analysis.

    Systemic Functional Linguistics; Critical Discourse Analysis; Modality; Power Dynamics; Curriculum Development
    (1) Aqsa Ashraf
    M.Phil Scholar, Department of English Language and Linguistics, University of Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Tazanfal Tehseem
    Associate Professor Department of English Language and Linguistics, University of Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Asad Nazar
    PhD Scholar Department of English Language and Linguistics, University of Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan.