Influence of Interpersonal Communication Sources on Voting Behaviour of Youth
A study was conducted in General Election 2013 Campaign" conducted to determine the influence of interpersonal communication such as (Parents, Siblings, friend, religious leader, celebrities teachers and others identifying which source is more significant in shaping voting behavior of Pakistani youth. For this study, the survey method was used, in which self-reported questionnaire distributed among 1000 respondents in public sectors universities of Punjab and Islamabad to find out results. SPSS was used for data analysis and statistical testing of the variables. The results proved that Parents are the most significant predictor of the voting behavior of youth, but their level of significance gradually decreases when compared to prior studies, because of change in the source of information of youth. This study supports the theoretical framework of interpersonal discussion that emphasized on the importance of interpersonal discussion in shaping behaviors attitudes and emotional reactions of youth.
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Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Sources, Voting Behaviour, General Election 2013, Election Campaign, Interpersonal Influences
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(1) Yasir Waseem Iqbal
Lecturer,Department of Journalism, Govt Degree College Nowshera Virkan, Gujranwala, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Ghulam Shabir
Professor, Department of Media Studies,The Islamia University Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
Influence of Type A and Type B Personality on Academic Achievement of University Students
Several factors directly or indirectly influence academic achievement of students. There is immense variation in students’ academic achievement due to individual differences. Therefore, every individual has different personality characteristics that influence life, especially students’ academic achievement. Thus, the current study investigates the influence of personality types A and B on academic achievement of university students. This study presents a descriptive design. Furthermore, a random sampling technique was used for the sample selection. The Anjum-Khalique Scale and students’ GPAs were utilized as research tools. Correlation, regression and t-test were employed for data analysis. Findings exposed that personality types A and B have overall significant impact on academic achievement of students. Significant academic achievement difference was found between male and female students of type B personality unlike type A personality. It is recommended that deficiencies in personalities may be taken into consideration by teachers, administrators, educators, curriculum developers and policymakers for improvement in academic achievement.
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Academic Achievement, Influence, Personality type
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(1) Aabida Lateef
PhD Scholar, Department of Education, PMAS, Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Muhammad Arshad Dahar
Assistant Professor, Department of Education, PMAS, Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Muhammad Imran Yousuf
Associate Professor, Department of Education, PMAS, Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
Chinese World Order and Pakistan: Emerging Trends and Prospects
Economic recession of 2009 marked the end of the US dominance in the world. The subsequent period brought transition in the global order. China stepped forward by taking “Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)”, establishing Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and creating alternative forums to engage various regions by assuming a global role. Chinese World Order here is not aimed at referring to the world dominated by China but Chinese sphere of influence with its greater role. Pakistan’s profile has improved with success against terrorism, Chinese investment and interest by other countries to invest under China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). CPEC is a flagship project of BRI which enables Pakistan’s growth and extend it economic integration with China. Pakistan’s close partnership with China enables it to play a greater political role in South Asia, Central Asia, Middle East, the Islamic world and the world at large.
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Belt and Road Initiative, Economic Recession, Chinese Sphere of Influence, Chinese World Order, New World Order, Global Governance
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(1) Hafiz Muhammad Shahzad Qasim
PhD Scholar, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(2) Noor Fatima
Assistant Professor,Department of Political Science and International Relation, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(3) Musharaf Iqbal
Assistant Professor (visiting), International Islamic university Islamabad, Pakistan.
Effects of Physical Facilities at Public Schools on Students' Achievement in Punjab, Pakistan
This paper determines the influence of school's physical facilities on students' achievement. The study was quantitative in nature and survey technique was used. The sample of the present study was selected by multi-stage random sampling method from Sahiwal division of Punjab, Pakistan. The researcher developed and validated a Check-List for Physical Facilities (CLPF) prior to data collection. Multiple regression analysis are run in the current research to analyze data. Measurement of the achievement of students from test scores of grade 8th conducted by Punjab Examination Commission in the year 2017 is analyzed. The study shows that ventilation, plants, play grounds, first aid medical box, LCD/LED significantly influenceed students' achievement. All the physical facilities contributed about 15.4% towards students' academic achievement.
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Influence, Physical Facilities, Students Achievement, Punjab Examination Commission.
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(1) Muhammad Arshad
PhD Scholar (Education), Department of Education, University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Zia Ahmad Qamar
Teacher. Govt. High School No.1, Haveli Lakha, Okara, Punjab, Pakistan
(3) Faheem Huma Gulzar
PhD Scholar (Education), Department of Education, University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
The Influence of Parent-Teacher Meetings on Early Childhood Students' Academic Performance: Prospective Teachers' Perceptions
Parent-teacher meetings (PTM) play an integral role in a child's education. The importance of PTM is even more critical for Early childhood Education (ECE). ECE is not a novice concept in Pakistan; however, parents have only realized now that learning during early childhood goes beyond the walls of the classrooms and can only realize its full potential if parents are actively participating in their children's education. Therefore, PTM is the time when parents and teachers can collaborate to work for the education of the children. The current study explores the prospective teachers' perceptions of PTMs and their influence on ECE students' performance. The data were gathered from seven participants through an open-ended, semi-structured interview guide. The analysis concluded that prospective teachers had a good understanding of PTMs processes and generally had a positive attitude toward them. Prospective teachers also believed that PTMs positively influence students' academic performance.
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Prospective Teachers, Perceptions; Influence, Parent-Teacher Meeting, Students' Performance
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(1) Mahnoor Arshad
MPhil Scholar, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Yaar Muhammad
Assistant Professor, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Naima Qureshi
Assistant Professor, University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Theory of Deconstruction: A Study of Scholastic Scope Thereof
This research article primarily dealt with the impact of theory of deconstruction in various disciplines; it endeavored to study the power of pervasion of this notable literary and philosophical theory into other areas of study including the field of education, too. Theory of deconstruction as propounded by Jacques Derrida, famous French abstruse thinker and philosopher of twentieth century, emphasizes the transient nature of the meaning of a text by finding various aporias -- a logical dis-junction in a text -- and impasses lying in the text whatever. Such aporias disturb the underlying system of logic of the text under consideration leading to its own negation.Being considered as the main building block of Postmodernism --a style and concept in the arts characterized by distrust of theories and ideologies and by the drawing of attention to conventions -- this aggrandized theory has pervaded a great many fields of knowledge changing their fundamental claims altogether . In this way, this theory has gained much attention in the realm of knowledge. This article, as a matter of fact, studies this very influence of theory of deconstruction in the realm of various disciplines.
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Theory, Deconstruction, Derrida, Education, Aporias, Postmodernism, Impact/influence.
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(1) Ghulam Sarwar Butt
Assistant Professor of Islamic Studies, Government Associate College, Pasrur, Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Muhammad Naveed Khalid
Resource Person, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(3) Tariq Hussain
Assistant Professor, Institute of Education and Research, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Is FinTech a Savior in COVID-19? Evidence from an Emerging Economy
This research empirically examines the factors affecting the intention to use FinTech applications during the pandemic situation. The convenient sampling of the research comprised 546 individual respondents from different cities in Pakistan. The research results indicate that perceived benefits and social influence have significantly affected the customer's intentions to use FinTech applications during the covid-19 pandemic.Customers' intentions to utilize FinTech apps are unaffected by perceived technology risks. Furthermore, the findings show that attitude influences the relationship between social influence and perceived consumer trust. To ensure confidence, FinTech service providers should make sure their solutions are simple to use, meet demands, and protect clients' data. This will favourably influence consumers' adoption.
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FinTech Use, Perceived Risk, Social Influence, Perceived Benefits, Perceived Trust etc.
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(1) Khurram Ashfaq
College of Commerce Government College University, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan
(2) Adil Riaz
Lecturer, Government College University Faisalabad (Sub-Campus Hafizabad), Punjab, Pakistan
(3) Usman Haider
M.Phil. Scholar, College of Commerce, Government College University Faisalabad, Pakistan
A Philosophical Analysis of Posting and Re-Posting Contents Regarding Pregnancy and Child Birth on Social Media
The desire to become popular and earn money with the help of social media drives people to come up with something that is unique and interesting. Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram are the famous platforms to post and re-post desired data to get publicity, fame, and monetary benefits.The study focuses on the status of the fetus in this whole process of fame and gain. As the human fetus is considered sacred and a potential person in socio-religious and socio-ethical contexts, the act of sharing such data raises questions on the sanctity of the human fetus being used as a means to achieve some other ends which denies the worth and intrinsic value of human life. This article is an attempt to analyze these changing trends from a philosophical perspective and to determine their value and worth from the point of view of morality.
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Morality, Fetus, Intrinsic Value, Digital Influencers, Bloggers, Vloggers
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(1) Sawaira
Undergraduate, Department of Philosophy, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Sehreen Far Bokhari
PhD, Department of Philosophy, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Seemab Far Bukhari
PhD, Department of Communication and Media Research, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.