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.

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.

15 Pages : 137-151

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-IV).15      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-IV).15      Published : Dec 2020

An Experimental Study Regarding Impact of 7E's Instructional Model Based Instructions upon Student's Attitude towards Physical Education Subject at Higher Secondary School Level

    Constructivism means the realization of knowledge in mind and believes that students should construct knowledge rather than gaining it. Students should allow observing, manipulating, hypothesizing, experiencing to generate result knowledge rather than feeding. Impact of instructions based on 7E's instructional model upon student's attitude towards Physical Education and its comparison between the experimental and controlled group at both pre and post-test phase was checked by using statistical package for social sciences version (24.0). It was yielded that an instructional method using 7E's instructional model has a significant positive impact on a student's attitude towards physical education subject. The experimental group show a more positive response as compared to the controlled group.

    Student's Attitude, Physical Education, Higher Secondary School Level, 7E's Instructional Model
    (1) Faheemullah Khan
    Department of Sports Sciences and Physical Education, Gomal University, D.I.K, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Syed Zia-Ul- Islam
    Chairman, Department of Sports Sciences and Physical Education, Gomal University, D.I.K, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Faisal Islam
    Department of Sports Sciences and Physical Education, Gomal University, D.I.K, KP, Pakistan.

04 Pages : 32-45

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

The Impact of Delegation of Authority on Job Satisfaction, Job Performance and Organizational Growth at Higher Educational Institutions in Sindh

    The present study is explanatory research that adopted a cross-sectional survey design to achieve the objectives of the study. Simple random sampling technique was used to obtain data from the teachers. The data were collected from n=10 public and general private universities of Sindh. The data were analyzed using SPSS v.22 and AMOS v.22. The findings revealed that firstly, a delegation of authority has a significant impact on job satisfaction because (?= 0.928, and p value=0.000). Secondly, a delegation of authority has a significant impact on job performance because (?= 1.047, and p value=0.000). Thirdly, job satisfaction has a significant impact on organizational growth because (?=0.407, and p value=0.000). Fourthly, job performance has a significant impact on organizational growth because (?=0.141, and p value=0.000). Therefore, this study recommends that the practice of delegation of authority should be adopted in public and private universities.

    Delegation of Authority, Job Satisfaction, Job Performance, Organizational Growth, Higher Educational Institutions of Sindh
    (1) Syed Gul Muhammad Shah
    PhD Scholar, Iqra University Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (2) Anjum Bano Kazmi
    Professor, Department of Speech and Language, Iqra University Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.

22 Pages : 202-215

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-III).22      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-III).22      Published : Sep 2020

Investigating Sociocognitive Functions of Mother Tongue in a Postgraduate EFL Classroom in Pakistan

    Recent studies, however, have shown that MT serves a symbolic tool and can be way more effective in L2 learning than the exclusive use of TL. While many studies have examined the extent and functions of MT, only a few have explored the sociocognitive functions using Vygotsky's sociocultural (SCT) framework. The present study, therefore, adopted SCT to examine the amount and sociocognitive functions of MT. Classroom observations and stimulated recalls interviews were used to collect data from MBA students (n=6). Results showed that, learners MT use made up only 14% of the total amount of speech in L2 classroom. Most importantly, MT performed important functions, such as scaffolding, intersubjectivity and cognitive regulation. MT facilitated vocabulary learning in L2 through scaffolded help; created intersubjectivity by increasing motivation, reducing anxiety, and helped internalize L2 through cognitive self-regulation. A number of implications for classroom pedagogy and language policy have also been discussed.

    Mother Tongue, Second Language Learning, Sociocultural Theory, Medium of Instruction, Higher Education, Language Policy
    (1) Hassan Syed
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Sukkur IBA University, Airport Road, Sukkur, Singh, Pakistan.
    (2) Farhan Bhutto
    Lecturer, Department of English, Sukkur IBA University, Airport Road, Sukkur, Singh, Pakistan.
    (3) Tanweer Syed
    Lecturer, Department of Education, Sukkur IBA University, Airport Road, Sukkur, Singh, Pakistan.

36 Pages : 341-350

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-III).36      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-III).36      Published : Sep 2020

An Exploratory Study about the Role of Experiential Learning for Developing Professional Skills at Higher Education

    This study explores the learning experiences of postgraduate students pursuing master's degree in higher education. The assessment students enrolled in the course "Application of Computer in Research" observed through semi-structured observations. These observations contained 16 weeks (4 days a week). The observation tool was validated through five experts' opinions, and a mock observation was conducted in order to ensure the reliability of the tool. The researcher deeply observed the students' learning experiences daily by tasks, activities and discussions in which they were involved by the teacher—the analysis procedures controlled through coding, memos and themes generation. The study findings revealed that experiential learning provided students with some important skills that enhance their learning in a better way. The study contributed to the field of education at a higher level than postgraduates might be handled through active learning because active learning may indulge new visions, ideas for creative work and transferring those ideas through reflection by involving students in the activities in which they do the tasks by themselves.

    Experiential Learning, Learning Experiences, Postgraduates, Active Learning, Higher Education, Practical Approach
    (1) Sidrah Ilyas
    PhD Scholar, Institute of Education & Research, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Mahvish Fatima Kashif
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Hafiza Sadiya Iqbal
    Lecturer, Department of Education, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

11 Pages : 115-125

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).11      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).11      Published : Jun 2020

Analyses of Life Skills Development Practices in Secondary Schools of Islamabad

    The study was designed to make analysis for developing Life Skills practices in the secondary schools of Islamabad. It was descriptive survey study. All 1039 SSTs, all 146 principals of public secondary schools working under FDE at Islamabad were population of the study. Five hundred and seventy (570) SSTs; one hundred and forty (140) principals were selected by using stratified random sampling technique. A questionnaire having 36 items were developed by the researcher on five point Likert scale. Mean, Standard Deviation, and t-test, were applied to analyze the data. There was moderate level of practice of skill development in secondary schools. Male teachers were better performing in developing communication skills and critical thinking while female teachers were better for developing problem solving skills. Development of strategy and proper training of teachers and principals, by the government, for life base skill education was recommended.

    Life skills, Education, Communication, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving
    (1) Robina Rahat
    PhD Scholar, Department of Education, Mohi-ud-Din Islamic University Nerian Sharif, AJ&K, Pakistan.
    (2) Ziarab Mahmood
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Mohi-ud-Din Islamic University Nerian Sharif, AJ&K, Pakistan.
    (3) Nazir Haider Shah
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Mohi-ud-Din Islamic University Nerian Sharif, AJ&K, Pakistan.

14 Pages : 149-156

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).14      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).14      Published : Jun 2020

An Exploratory Study to Measure the Environmental Literacy Level of Teachers Teaching at Secondary Schools in Punjab, Pakistan

    This study measured the environmental literacy (EL) level that the secondary school teachers in Punjab (Pakistan) possessed and found mean scores of various groups of teachers, demographically categorized, significantly different when assessed on scales of environmental literacy. Data collection was done by adapting a valid tool titled as Middle School Environmental Literacy Instrument and administered on 1626 teachers randomly selected from five out of 36 districts of Punjab through stratified random sampling technique. The EL level of teachers was assessed according to environmental knowledge, environmental dispositions, cognitive skills, and environmentally responsible behavior. The application of descriptive and complex inferential statistics showed moderate composite score of EL. Also moderate scores on individual scales were found with the exception of the scale on issue analysis. On this scale, the scores were high. However, scores of women teachers were higher than those of male instructors. The experience variable had not shown significantly different scores on EL.

    Environmental, Education, Literacy, Secondary, School, Teachers.
    (1) Saira Taj
    Assistant Professor, Research and Evaluation Department, Lahore College for Women University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Tahira Kalsoom
    Assistant Professor, Research and Evaluation Department, Lahore College for Women University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Moafia Nader
    Assistant Professor, Department of Professional Studies, Lahore College for Women University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

19 Pages : 202-209

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).19      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).19      Published : Jun 2020

Analysis of the Impact of Investment in Education in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa During 2001-2015

    It is a descriptive study that used a mix method of research. The data were collected from primary and secondary sources. The type of sampling technique followed in this study was first to select the clusters and then selecting the specified number of respondents from each selected cluster. First the respondents were categorized as principals and teachers of schools, colleges and Regional Institutes of Teachers Education and key informants at the provincial level. Then purposive sample was drawn from clusters of those subjects who could provide useful information about the study. In order to suggest a remedy for the solution to these problems it was recommended that both access and quality should be improved making the education affordable for all concerned. It was recommended that the issues of absorption and marketability of graduates at different levels of education should be addressed in the national policies.

    Impact, Investment in Education, Allocation, Expenditure, Priorities.
    (1) Saira Begum
    PhD Scholar, Department of Education, Sarhad University of Science and Technology, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Mohammad Iqbal
    Director, Department of Education, Sarhad University of Science and Technology, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Niaz Muhammad Aajiz
    Assistant Professor, Islamia College University, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.

27 Pages : 284-292

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).27      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).27      Published : Jun 2020

Perceptions of Educational Environment in Punjab Degree Colleges

    The present investigated the level of student support services' current condition of libraries and the level of safety in degree colleges of Punjab by sampling 65 teachers and 120 students. A survey with 15 questions divided into three areas in educational environment and was posed to two cohorts of the above sample. The first are of the survey contained 4 questions on support services, 4 questions on libraries and 7 questions on safety were completed by the teachers and the students (see below for details). Percent agreement-disagreement scores were collected to assess how teachers and students perceived degree college environment. Results suggested teachers and students did not differ much on their assessment of colleges and agreed (56%; disagreed: 23%) student support, libraries and safety were adequate in their educational environment.

    College Safety, Degree Colleges, Educational Environment, Library Strength, Student Support Services
    (1) Ghulam Sughra
    PhD Scholar, Department of Education, Mohi-ud-Din Islamic University Nerian Sharif, AJ&K, Pakistan.
    (2) Ziarab Mahmood
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Mohi-ud-Din Islamic University Nerian Sharif, AJ&K. Pakistan.
    (3) Nazir Haider Shah
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Mohi-ud-Din Islamic University Nerian Sharif, AJ&K, Pakistan.