Perception of Teacher Educator Regarding Course Guides for B.ED (Hons) and ADE (Associate Degree in Education) Program and Provision of Resources for Effective Implementation of the Program
The study analyzes curriculum document (teacher course guides) of ADE and B.Ed. (Hons) programs in terms of Assessment Tasks, Teaching Learning Approaches, Course Outcomes and Course Description. Study also focuses on prospective teachers and teacher educator’s perceptions about these teacher course guides and their execution in class room at selected Teachers’ Training Institutes. The sample comprises three universities and four Regional Institutions of Teacher Education offering B.Ed. (Hons) and ADE programs. Researcher congregated data from 21 teacher educators teaching to prospective teachers enrolled in ADE and B.Ed. (Hons) in the chosen institutions. Mixed methods (approach) were used to collect quantitative as well as qualitative data for extensive analysis of the research problem. The qualitative data was collected through a check list and quantitative data was collected through questionnaire. The manuscripts (Draft guide for teaching instructor) for B.Ed. (Hons). Experts developed curriculum meets the requirement of the society of Pakistan with the purpose to create more competent, proficient and well-informed teaching instructors. Effective implementation of teacher guides need improvement in terms of availability of resources like well-equipped class rooms, computer lab, library, learning materials and Information and Communication Technology.
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Teaching Approaches, Teacher Educators, Assessment, Courseguide
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(1) Shazia Abdul Malik
M.Phil Scholar (Education), Department of Education, University of Haripur, Haripur, KP, Pakistan.
(2) Umbreen Ishfaq
Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University of Haripur, KP, Pakistan.
(3) M Saeed Khan
Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University of Haripur, Haripur, KP, Pakistan.
A Study of Reducing Prejudice and Improving Intergroup Relations of the Students at School Level Through Different Teaching Approaches
This study examines the impact of teaching strategies on prejudice and intergroup relations among secondary students in public high schools in Pakistan’s Lodhran district. Using a descriptive cross-sectional design, researchers administered a self-developed questionnaire on prejudiced attitudes and intergroup contact to 215 students from Kehroor Pakka, Lodhran, and Dunya Pur, achieving a Cronbach’s alpha of 0.834 for reliability. Findings from 213 valid responses reveal that while students are generally tolerant, biases persist regarding gender, caste, and religion. Cooperative learning and culturally responsive teaching (CRT) improved intergroup relations, especially when teachers demonstrated fairness and respect. However, challenges such as teacher bias, favoritism, and limited intergroup interaction were reported. SPSS analysis showed that group learning effectively reduced conflicts, and students favored cross-caste friendships and discussions of relevant issues. The study recommends professional development and curriculum adjustments for preservice teachers to foster inclusive, no prejudicial classroom environments.
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Prejudice, Intergroup Relations, Teaching Approaches, School Level, Random Sampling, Conflict Reduction, Peaceful Environment
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(1) Shumaila Shafi
Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Education, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab Pakistan.
(2) Waqas Akbar
Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Education, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab Pakistan.
(3) Muhammad Rafiq-uz-Zaman
Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Education, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.