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42 Pages : 455-462

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-II).42      10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-II).42      Published : Jun 2023

Need of Guidance and Counselling Framework for Improvement of Students' Learning Outcomes

    The study aimed to identify the need of guidance and counselling framework for achieving improved learning outcomes in public sector secondary schools in Larkana. The teachers use corporal punishment to students for achieving academic results. This study determines how learners in public secondary schools in Larkana conceptualized the function of GC in academic achievement. We recruited 167 learners in this paper. The qualitative as well as quantitative method was adopted. The findings showed that most of the students were unaware of the counselling services' availability, they hardly ever used them. The study concluded that secondary schools in Larkana division faced a dearth of proper guidance and counselling framework. According to conclusions, the School Education and Literacy Department Sindh should implement a proper framework of Guidance and Counselling framework.

    Guidance, Counselling, Framework, Expulsion, Learning Outcomes Punishment, Instruction, and Suspension
    (1) Qamar Zaman Bhutto
    Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Education, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering & Information Technology (KFUEIT), Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Jam Muhammad Zafar
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering & Information Technology (KFUEIT), Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) NaeemUllah
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering & Information Technology (KFUEIT), Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab, Pakistan.

44 Pages : 473-480

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-I).44      10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-I).44      Published : Mar 2023

Exploring the Effect of Internet Learning and Internet of Things in Education: Applications and Challenges

    Education is the source of achievement in the world of competition. In addition, it has a significant contribution to the development of human beings. Before it was thought that education only means being able to write and read, but now the concept is totally changed. Modern trends in teaching and learning have been introduced. The emerging world arises technology which has billions of connected devices today in the world even twice the human population. The Internet of Things works on an internet-based system and it is also a sort of network semantic concerned with. Technical learning or E-learning is a way by which people get benefits as it is mini software that we keep in our phones and electronic devices too. Hence, this study anticipated to explore the importance of E-learning and IoT in Education.

    Internet of Things, E-learning, Education, ICT, Technical Learning
    (1) Sidra Ismail Brohi
    BS Scholar, Department of English, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Shaheed Benazirabad, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (2) Ruqia Bano Mastoi
    Lecturer, Department of English, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Shaheed Benazirabad, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (3) Tania Laghari
    Assistant Professor, Department of English, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University Shaheed Benazirabad, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan.

45 Pages : 481-489

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-I).45      10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-I).45      Published : Mar 2023

Effects of Teachers' Conflict Management Techniques on the Learning Environment in the Classroom

    Conflicts in schools can arise over a variety of issues, including staff workload, funds, teaching activities and practices in and out of the classroom, rewards and sanctions, assessment procedures, power and authority, tardiness and absences, political opinions, student behavior, dress code, assignments, and placements. This study examined how teachers' dispute resolution strategies affect classroom learning. A study questionnaire was distributed to 200 elementary kids. School disagreements depress teachers and lower their effectiveness. Disappointment, dullness, unwillingness, insensitivity, stress, grief, anxiety, and uneasiness can plague teachers. Before conflict situations, necessary preparations should be made to prevent instructors, students, and the school environment from degrading education and training. Conflict resolution can help schools achieve their goals and benefit students, instructors, and staff. In-service training and seminars should help teachers understand and address school issues.

    Conflict Management, Stress, Behavior, Learning Environment
    (1) Shabina Noor
    M.Phil. Scholar, Department of Business and Management Sciences, Superior University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Asim Ali
    M.Phil Scholar, Institute of Education & Research, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Muhammad Aamir Hashmi
    Assistant Professor, Institute of Education & Research, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

55 Pages : 608-615

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-I).55      10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-I).55      Published : Mar 2023

Impact of Information and Communication Technology Usage on Learning English Language

    The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has brought about transformative changes in the domain of language learning. The objectives of the study were to assess the extent to which Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools are integrated into English language learning and examine the perceived impact of ICT on English language proficiency among learners. It employs a qualitative research design, incorporating a qualitative data collection technique.Twenty English language learners from a public sector university participated in the study. The results revealed that the utilization of ICT tools and resources has redefined the dynamics of language instruction. It has enabled educators to adopt innovative pedagogical methods that cater to diverse learning styles and preferences. The availability of online platforms, interactive apps, and virtual classrooms has expanded the horizons of ELLs, making learning more accessible and engaging. As a result, learners are exposed to authentic English language experiences.

    Language Learning, ICT, Integrated Technology
    (1) Sabahat Parveen
    Assistant Professor, Department of English, University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Faisal Farid
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Syedah Hoor Fatima
    M.Phil. (Education), University of Lahore, Sargodha Campus, Punjab, Pakistan.

11 Pages : 110-131

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-I).11      10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-I).11      Published : Mar 2024

Automatic Spoofing Detection Using Deep Learning

    Deep fakes stand out to be the most dangerous side effects of Artificial Intelligence. AI assists to produce voice cloning of any entity which is very arduous to categorize whether it’s fake or real. The aim of the research is to impart a spoofing detection system to an automatic speaker verification (ASV) system that can perceive false voices efficiently. The goal is to perceive the unapparent audio elements with maximum precision and to develop a model that is proficient in automatically extracting audio features by utilizing the ASVspoof 2019 dataset. Hence, the proposed ML-DL SafetyNet model is designed that delicately differentiate ASVspoof 2019 dataset voice speeches into fake or bonafide. ASVspoof 2019 dataset is characterized into two segments LA and PA. The ML-DL SafetyNet model is centred on two unique processes; deep learning and machine learning classifiers. Both techniques executed strong performance by achieving an accuracy of 90%.

    Fake Audio, Spoof Speech Detection, Deep Learning
    (1) Muhammad Nafees
    MSc, Department of Data Science, University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Abid Rauf
    MSc, Department of Statistics, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Rabbia Mahum
    MS, Department of Computer Science, University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila, Punjab, Pakistan.

09 Pages : 84-98

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).09      10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-II).09      Published : Jun 2024

EFL Students' Perceptions on the use of Blackboard Technology in English Language Learning

    Blackboard is an Internet teaching management platform that allows a virtual learning environment via the Internet. It is the most popular system used by universities and educational institutions worldwide. However, this study is more concerned with foreign language (EFL) students' perceptions of the use of Blackboard in their courses. For this reason, we focused on 100 EFL students as respondents to the online questionnaire who attended the Language Department-College of Science and Humanities at Rumaah-Majmmah University in this research. Whereas, findings from both the survey data were analyzed by using (the SPSS Program) with the Lickert scale method showed participants had positive perceptions of the use of Blackboard technology for educational purposes. The results of students' perceptions proved the usefulness of Blackboard technology in the field of education. Hence, the suggestions of this study could be shared with other educational institutions in the kingdom.

    Blackboard Technology, English Language Learning, Information Communication Technology (ICT), Perceptions, Technology Integration (TI)
    (1) Najeeb us Saqlain
    Associate Professor, Department of English, ISRA University, Hyderabad, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (2) Moomal Chandio
    Visiting Faculty English, Department of English Linguistics & Allied Studies, NED University of Engineering & Technology Karachi, Sindh,Pakistan.
    (3) Hina Hussain Kazmi
    Chief of Party, USAID WGS Project.

02 Pages : 8-20

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-III).02      10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-III).02      Published : Sep 2024

Readiness Assessment for Online Learning among Students in Public Sector Universities

    The objective of the study was to explore Student Readiness in Online Learning Environment:  Student readiness in the online learning environment is a crucial factor in determining academic success. The research was descriptive and to attain the objectives a sample of a total of 300 students 92 male and 208 female students from the Bahauddin Zikariya University, Emerson University Multan, and The Women University Multan. The findings revealed students' overall moderate level of readiness for the online learning environment and positive attitude towards various aspects of online education.  The study findings may help institutions and teachers by providing further training to improve students' digital skills, ensuring the improvement of learning practices in new online environments, and implementing guidelines and policies.

    Online Learning, Student Readiness, Universities
    (1) Samina Gul
    M.Phil Scholar, Department of Education, The Women University, Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Rabiah Mohyuddin
    Lecturer, Department of Education, The Women University, Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Marium Ansari
    Lecturer, Department of Education, The Women University, Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.

04 Pages : 33-41

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-IV).04      10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-IV).04      Published : Dec 2024

Practices and Challenges Regarding Mathematics Laboratory for Pedagogical Purposes at Secondary School Level

    The purpose of this research was to investigate the practices and challenges regarding mathematics laboratory in Punjab at school level. Descriptive survey design was used to collect data through questionnaire. The population was all secondary schools mathematics teachers of district Chakwal. The sample size was 60 through systematic random sampling technique. Only 5 percent of schools had mathematics laboratories but most of the schools had science and computer laboratories even did not have geometrical shapes and activity kits related to mathematics lessons. The big challenge regarding integration of mathematics laboratories was the lack of effective policy from the Government. There was no support from school management to purchase lab-related equipment and not a single period was included in the timetable for the laboratory. It was recommended that govt. may launch an effective policy regarding mathematics laboratory and school management may include three periods per week for mathematics lab work.

    Practical Learning, Mathematics Laboratory, Learner-Centered Pedagogy, Educational Challenges, Policy Implementation
    (1) Muhammad Kashif Hubdar
    PhD Scholar, Department of Educational Sciences, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Jamila Begum
    Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Sciences, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad, Pakistan.

07 Pages : 64-71

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-IV).07      10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-IV).07      Published : Dec 2024

AI-Powered Decomposition Techniques for Economic Forecasting

    Time series analysis and decomposition are crucial in examining economic data as they uncover elements such as trends, and seasonal influences, within the data. However, some approaches have difficulty in accommodating complex, high-dimensional data. In this research, we investigate the possibilities of utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) tools, specifically, machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) for better timeliness and accuracy of economic forecasting. In some instances, it was shown how recent AI models can improve the data analysis of economic indicators (GDP, inflation, stock indices) through the accurate depiction of non-linear trends and changing seasonals. Model enhancements using AI also result in significant improvement in the accuracy of economic forecasts and provide more detailed and useful time series decomposition for economists and policymakers. This paper is a step towards more extensive use of artificial intelligence in econometric analysis and provides evidence on the feasibility of such in practical econometric studies.

    Time Series Decomposition, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Economic Forecasting
    (1) Afzal Mahmood
    Assistant Professor, Institute of Management Sciences (Pak AIMS) Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Asmat N. Khattak
    Associate Professor, Head of Department of Management Sciences, Institute of Management Sciences (Pak AIMS) Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Kanwal Zahra
    Associate Professor, Head of Department, Business School, University of Central Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

48 Pages : 511-519

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2022(VII-I).48      10.31703/gssr.2022(VII-I).48      Published : Mar 2022

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.

    Discourse Analysis, Language Teaching, Language Learning, Pedagogy, Education
    (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.