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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.

05 Pages : 46-55

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-III).05      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-III).05      Published : Sep 2020

21st Century Leadership Skills Practiced by School Leaders in Pakistan During COVID-19 Pandemic

    21st-century leaders need strong leadership skills to effectively lead schools. They must use and implement 21st-century skills for long term change. The study aimed to identify the practices of secondary school leaders of Rawalpindi city about [recommended] 21st century 4 Cs leadership skills (Competence, Character, Compassion & Courage) during the pandemic of Covid-19. This was exploratory research following the quantitative research approach. One hundred and nine school leaders were selected through a simple random sampling technique to complete an adapted survey questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were used for analyzing and reporting the findings. Quantitative data analysis indicates that school leaders are using 21st-century leadership skills during Covid-19, but the level of use is dissimilar to the recommended 21st century 4 Cs leadership skills. It was identified that school leaders use relationship (mean= 4.21), Accountability (mean= 4.45), and Self-Belief (mean= 4.37) skills more than other sub-skills in their leadership practices. The findings recommend that policymakers and professional development organizations should plan workshops on these recommended leadership skills for school leaders so they can perform well under situations like Covid-19.

    21st Century Leadership Skills, School Leaders, and Practices
    (1) Mehr Bakht
    Visiting Faculty, Department of Education, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Salma Nazar Khan
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Gerardo L Blanco
    Academic Director, Center for International Higher Education. Boston College, USA.

23 Pages : 216-223

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-III).23      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-III).23      Published : Sep 2020

Perceptions of Secondary School Female Teachers' About the Effects of Class Size on Learning Outcomes

    The main aim of this study was to see the perceptions of female teachers of secondary schools about the relationship between class size and students learning outcomes. Variable Learning outcome (LO) was selected for comparing teaching in overcrowded classes versus small-sized classrooms. Primary data were collected from the same teachers who had the experience of teaching both overcrowded classes and small-sized classes. For overcrowded classes, it was hypothesized that teachers could very effectively achieve the targeted learning outcomes in small classes, whereas it is quite challenging for the overcrowded class teachers to achieve the targets. Reliability tests were carried out to check the consistency of the answers from respondents. The test Cronbach's alphas yielded acceptable to very good range. Learning outcomes (LOO) 4.04, Learning outcomes (LOS) 4.72. These results were further checked and reinforced through the use of One-sample t-tests. The majority of the same teachers, on the basis of the same statistical tests, have expressed that smallsized classrooms are relatively more appropriate for teaching.

    Female Secondary Schools, Class Size, Learning Outcomes (LO)
    (1) Samreen Mehmood
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Saira Shereen
    M.Phil Scholar, Department of Education, City University Peshawar, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Madeeha Murad
    Lecturer, Department of Education, University of Chitral. Chitral, KP, 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.

35 Pages : 370-381

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).35      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-II).35      Published : Jun 2020

Teachers' report on Status of Communication with Hearing Impaired Children in Special Schools of Punjab: An Evaluation of Current Linguistic Competence of HIC

    Development of communication skills in children with hearing impairment (HIC) is one of the major goals of rehabilitation for these children. Information about current trends and communication status of HIC is a prerequisite for communication skill-building plan development. For the exploration of the current communication status of HIC studying in public special education institutes of Punjab, a survey was conducted. Two-stage cluster sampling was used to get data from teachers working in 30 randomly selected institutes. A self-developed questionnaire (Cronbach alpha, 0.8) was mailed to get data. SPSS was used for quantitative analysis of data obtained from 107 questionnaires containing information about 886 HIC studying in the special schools. Sign language was found as a common mode of communication. Those using an oral mode of communication were at the word level. The aural approach of teaching was getting acceptance from the teachers. Provision of hearing aid and improvement in speech therapy services were recommended.

    Communication, Children with Hearing Impairment, Special Schools, Punjab, Special Education Teacher
    (1) Hina Noor
    Lecturer, Faculty of Education, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Pakistan
    (2) Farkhunda Rasheed Choudhary
    Assistant Professor, Faculty of Education, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Tariq Javed
    SST, Federal Government Public School No. 2 (Boys), Tariqabad, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.

34 Pages : 332-340

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-I).34      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-I).34      Published : Mar 2020

Relationship between Teachers Classroom Management Skills and Students Academic Achievements at Secondary level in Southern Districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

    he major purpose of this study was to investigate “Relationship between Teachers Classroom Management Skills and Students Academic Achievements at Secondary level districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,” All government secondary schools of southern district were constituting the population of the study and all teachers and students of the secondary schools were also included in the population of the study. From each district, eight schools were selected as a sample from which four schools were male and four schools were female. From each school, five teachers and 20 students were selected as a sample or respondents in this way 280 teachers and 1120 students were selected as a sample of the study. The sample of the study was finalized by using the John Curry formula. The collected data was entered into SPSS version 23 for treatment. According to the nature of the objectives of the study T. Test, Pearsons correlation was used.

    Management Skills, School, Classroom, Academic Achievement
    (1) Gul Andaz Khan
    Ph.d Scholar,Institute of Education & Research,University of Science & Technology, Bannu, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Rahmat Ullah Shah
    Assistant professor, Institute of Education & Research,University of Science & Technology, Bannu, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Safdar Rahman Ghazi
    Assistant professor,Institute of Education & Research,University of Science & Technology, Bannu, KP, Pakistan.

35 Pages : 341-350

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-I).35      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-I).35      Published : Mar 2020

Comparison of Public, Private Schools and Deeni Madaris Students Regarding Respect as Moral Adjustment in Society

    Respect means due regard for the rights of others, wishes and feelings on the behalf of their achievements, qualities and abilities. The study was cross-sectional in nature. The population comprised of principals, teachers, parents and students of all Public, Private schools and Deena Madras of Southern districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The key purpose of the study was to compare Public, Private schools and Deeni Madaris students regarding respect as a moral adjustment in society. The total numbers of (n=1500) respondents including “Principals, Teachers, Parents and Students” were taken as a sample through L.R. Gay Size rule of thumb. Convenient, stratified, simple random and disproportionate sampling techniques were used to gather data from the respondents. A statement regarding respect was developed on the six points following Likert type scale. Data was statistically analyzed through SPSS by using frequency and one-way ANOVA that provide important information for policymakers and the stakeholders. Results and conclusions were drawn. It was concluded that respect.

    Respect, Comparison, Public, Private Schools and Deeni Madaris, Moral Adjustment, Society.
    (1) Mati Ullah Khan
    Ph.D Scholar,Institute of Education & Research,Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Allahnoor Khan
    Assistant Professor, Institute of Education & Research,Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Muhammad Saqib Khan
    Lecturer, Institute of Business Administration,Gomal University, Dear Ismail Khan, KP, Pakistan.

38 Pages : 370-378

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-I).38      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-I).38      Published : Mar 2020

Investigating Quality of Induction Training of Novice Teachers in Punjab

    Trainings are offered to all level of teachers at different phases of their careers. There are empirical foundations that these trainings have major impacts on the quality of teachers and resultantly on the quality of education. The study was conducted to investigate the quality of the induction training for elementary teachers of QAED, Punjab as perceived by the participants of the training. This study focused on teachers who received induction training in 2017. A questionnaire was developed to collect the data. Descriptive statistics were applied conclude. The newly-inducted teacher stated that the training was aligned with their professional needs. They were satisfied with the quality of physical and learning facilities, the subject matter knowledge, and the overall quality of training. They like training design, duration of training sessions, course content, finally, effective follow up of the training were the major findings if the study.

    Quality Training, Induction Training, Elementary School Teachers, Punjab
    (1) Adila Khanam
    PhD Scholar,Division of Education,University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Asghar Ali
    Assistant Professor,Department of Education, University of Malakand, KP, Pakistan
    (3) Asia Zulfqar
    Assistant Professor,Department of Education,Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.

53 Pages : 519-527

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2020(V-I).53      10.31703/gssr.2020(V-I).53      Published : Mar 2020

Effect of Leadership Styles of Secondary School Heads on School Improvement

    This research.is designed to assess the effects of the leadership style of the secondary school principals on the school improvement. It was basically descriptive research in nature and for the collection of data survey method was used. Twenty senior school leaders from the AJ&k Mirpur department and 60 senior teachers from the public sector were selected as subjects. Samples were selected using simple random sampling techniques. Two questionnaires were prepared, one for the principal and the other for the senior teachers. Mean, standard deviation, and linear regression analysis were used to analyze the data. The result revealed that the leadership style of the school heads greatly contributed to the progress of the school. It is recommended that the principal must understand the level of learning in his department and the ability to share leadership style with the faculty and staff in order to get the most out of the academic process

    Effect, Leadership, Leadership Styles, School Improvement, Secondary Schools
    (1) Maria Noureen
    PhD Scholar, Department of Education, Mohi-ud-Din Islamic University, Nerian Sharif, AJ&K, Pakistan.
    (2) Nazir Haider Shah
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Mohi-ud-Din Islamic University, Nerian Sharif, AJ&K, Pakistan.
    (3) Shazia Zamir
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.

10 Pages : 68-76

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-IV).10      10.31703/gssr.2019(IV-IV).10      Published : Dec 2019

Executive District Officers (Education) and Quality Assurance at Secondary Level in Punjab, Pakistan

    Quality of education furnishes learners to develop intellectual capabilities, knowledge, skills and to contribute information of respectful, enlightened and peaceful democratic societies in order to uplift the sustainable well-being of individuals. The aim of secondary education is to build individual intellectual capabilities. There have been no serious and integrated efforts to develop an effective system of quality assurance for secondary education though, certain efforts have been made to improve certain aspects of school education. The aim of the article is to collect the opinion of Executive District Officers (EDOs) about quality assurance in education in the area of teachers and learners at secondary level. The research instrument was developed, validated through experts in the field of education, and reliability (internal consistency) was found through SPSS. Results of this study showed that teachers had mastery over the subject but did not have competency in pedagogical skills

    Physical facilities, Quality education, Secondary Schools, Quality teachers, Quality learners
    (1) Nazneen Nazak
    PhD. Scholar, Department of Education, Faculty of Social Sciences, Mohi-Ud-Din Islamic University Nerian Sharif, AJ&K, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Aslam Asghar
    Professor,Faculty of Social Sciences, Mohi-Ud-Din Islamic University Nerian Sharif, AJ&K, Pakistan.
    (3) Tariq Javed
    SST, Federal Government Public School No. 2 (Boys), Tariqabad, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.