SEARCH ARTICLE

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.

13 Pages : 196-211

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2018(III-II).13      10.31703/gssr.2018(III-II).13      Published : Jun 2018

Comparative Analysis of the Scholars Perception about Research in Public and Private Universities in Pakistan

    The base of a successful university in providing quality education and practical knowledge for improving the lives of the youths in terms of social, economical and intellectual development are only possible through promoting research culture. Research conduct and writing is the most important tool for identifying remedial recommendations for education and related problems. This research presents comparative analysis of the research in Public and Private Universities in Pakistan. The research identifies current research practices, their strengths and weaknesses and provides recommendations for improvement. Research supervision and writing are two different parts but in reality these are parts of a single activity which is called thesis writing process. In Pakistan, research culture is considered very difficult and complicated activity because scholars do not accept challenges and the supervisors do not take the required interest. The study highlights the areas where scholars and supervisors need improvement, more struggle, and scientific as well as academic zest.

    Comparison, Public & Private, University, Thesis, Research Process
    (1) Nasrullah Khan
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, The University of Poonch - SC Kahuta, AJK.
    (2) Niaz Mohammad Aaijaz
    Assistant Professor & HoD, Department of Education, Sarhad University of Science & Information Technology, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Mohammad Idris
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, KP, Pakistan.

29 Pages : 287-297

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-I).29      10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-I).29      Published : Mar 2021

Comparative Analysis of US Presidents' Barak Obama and Donald Trump Foreign Policies

    The policies formed by US leadership play a vital role in establishing US hegemony all over the world. The foreign policy of a state made according to the national interest. A rational decision of a leader plays a vital role in the effectiveness of the foreign policy. The challenges faced by Barack Obama in 2008 were somehow different from the challenges faced by Trump in 2016. The comparative analysis of both foreign policies would make it easy to determine the right and wrong decision taken by both leaders. The changing circumstances of the world would be identified through this research paper. The world is moving towards multipolarity, and somehow the decisions taken by Trump after his incumbent of office had the worst impact on US foreign policy because Trump was trying to isolate the US from world affairs, including trade and security.

    Comparison, US, Foreign Policy, Barak Obama, Donald Trump
    (1) Sadia Fayaz
    Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Nasrullah Khan
    Assistant Professor, Poonch University Kahuta Campus, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan.

44 Pages : 445-452

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-II).44      10.31703/gssr.2021(VI-II).44      Published : Jun 2021

A Comparative Analysis of Administrative Problems and Job Performance: From Government College Principals and Faculty Members' Perspective

    The study aimed to compare the views of college principals and teachers regarding the various administrative problems faced by principals and how these problems affect their job. By using stratified random sampling technique 28 college principals and 140 faculty members were randomly selected from the six districts. A self-made validated questionnaire was used to collect data from the respondents. The Cronbach’s alpha values for administrative problems and job performanc were 0.73 and 0.85 respectively. Study results showed that both the parties have similar perceptions about the administrative problems and job performance of college principals. Both respondents agreed that due to massive administrative problems, college principals may not be able to achieve vision and mission of the college. It was recommended that providing capacity building and continuous professional development opportunities may be worthwhile strategies for improving the administrative roles of principals.

    Comparison, Administrative Problems, Job Performance, College Principal, Faculty Member, Professional Development
    (1) Sami ul Haq
    M. Phil Scholar, Department of Education, University of Malakand, Chakdara, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Iqbal Amin Khan
    Lecturer, Department of Education, University of Malakand, Chakdara, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Farid Ullah Khan
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education and Psychology, Kohat University of Science & Technology, Kohat, KP, Pakistan.

47 Pages : 494-501

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2022(VII-II).47      10.31703/gssr.2022(VII-II).47      Published : Jun 2022

Escapism in the Poetry of John Keats and Akhtar Sherani: A Comparative Study

    This paper depicts escapism as a romantic element in the poetry of a British English poet John Keats and a Pakistani Urdu poet Akhtar Sherani. Although they belong to different ages, the early 19th century and 20th century respectively, still have many commonalities. This work discusses their selected poems and compares them to find out their similar romantic traits. The selected poetry of Akhtar Sherani is translated into English by the author of this work to prove that both poets have a lively style of expressing their feelings and emotions. This study qualifies the readers to think outside the box and conventional values. It helps to broaden their perceptive horizons and mental realm. This work is also beneficial for those who are critics and analysts of romanticism and have an interest in John Keats and Akhtar Sherani.

    John Keats, Akhtar Sherani, Romanticism, Poetry, and Comparison
    (1) Waqas Ahmad
    Visiting Lecturer, Department of English, University of Swabi, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Ayaz Ahmad Aryan
    Lecturer, Department of English, Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Sana Riaz
    Demonstrator, Department of English, Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan, KP, Pakistan.