GESR : Global Educational Studies Review

Contents Volume VII Issue I ( 2022)

Learning Losses during Covid-19 Pandemic in Pakistan: A Critical Assessment of Online Education System
Abstract:	The Covid-19 compelled the educational sector around the world to adopt online techniques to run the educational setups. This study is intended to evaluate the effects and challenges faced by the online education system and to assess them in the wake of the pandemic in Pakistan. This research paper attempts to analyze the success level of online education and the issues faced by the teachers and s ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Ahmad Ali PhD Political Science, Assistant Director Research, National Counter Terrorism Authority Islamabad, Pakistan.
Keywords:	COVID-19, Education, Pakistan, Pandemic, Physical, Online, Technology
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).01	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).01
Page Nos:	1 – 11	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Engineering Communication Skills for Novice Engineers: A Pilot Project
Abstract:	Industry has broadened the job scope for engineers. Engineers have to perform multiple projects in terms of technical and non-technical. Technical skills require integration of communication skills in modern industry. This research attempted to discover communication skills significance for novice engineers. Also, it explored communication skill training needed for novice engineers. A purposive sa ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Inayatullah Kakepoto Professor, Department of English, Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering Science and Technology Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan. 2-Abdullah Laghari Lecturer, Department of English, Quaid - e - Awam University of Engineering Science and Technology, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan. 3-Ghulam Saqib Buriro Assistant Professor, Institute of English Language and Literature, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Engineering, Communication Skills, Novice Engineers, Modern Industry
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).02	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).02
Page Nos:	12 – 19	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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The Practices of Bullying and Preventive Practices in Secondary Schools
Abstract:	This study was aimed to measure the practices of bullying and preventive practices in secondary schools. The population of the study was comprised of all the headteachers and secondary level students of all the schools of Sargodha city. A sample of 200 students was randomly selected from20 Boys’ Public Secondary Schools. A self-developed questionnaire for students and a semi-structured interview ...Read More - Download PDF
Author/s:	1-Farah Shafiq Assistant Professor, Division of Education, University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. 2-Mushtaq Ahmad Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University of Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan. 3-Muhammad Naveed Khalid Resource Person, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Bullying, Preventive Practices, Secondary Schools
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).03	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).03
Page Nos:	20 – 31	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Online Learning Challenges During Pandemic Covid-19 at Higher Education in Pakistan.
Abstract:	The main purpose of the study designed to analyze the challenges of online learning during the Covid -19 pandemic at the Higher education level in Pakistan. Using a simple random sampling technique, a sample of five hundred and fifty (550) Higher-level students were selected from the target population. The survey method was used for the purpose of data collection. Data were analyzed using descript ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Marium Mehmood Ansari Research Scholar (PhD), Department of Education Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan. 2-Shahid Raza Professor, Department of Education University of Education, Multan, Pakistan. 3-Shabiha Anjum Research Scholar (PhD), Department of Education Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Online Learning, COVID-19, Higher Education.
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).04	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).04
Page Nos:	32-41	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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School Leadership Development Program on the Performance of Secondary School Heads
Abstract:	The research was conducted to find out the effect of school leadership development programs on the performance of secondary school heads. The major objectives of this study were to investigate the effectiveness of the school leadership development program on the professional and administrative development of secondary school heads. The study was qualitative in nature. The population of this study ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Khadija Sittar Assistant Professor, Lahore Leads University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan 2-Sumaira Munawar Assistant Professor, Lahore Leads University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. 3-Gulshan Fatima Alvi Assistant Professor, Lahore Leads University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Leadership, Educational Leadership, Leadership Style, Capacity Building
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).05	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).05
Page Nos:	42 – 48	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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School Climate and Teachers' Performance: A Gender-Based Comparison of Secondary Schools
Abstract:	The primary objective of the study was to determine the relationship between organizational climate and teachers' performance at the secondary school level in Punjab. The nature of the study was descriptive. The population is comprised of teachers working in public sector secondary schools. The sample was drawn using a multi-stage sampling technique. Data were collected using two Likert scale ques ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Muhammad Nadeem Shahzad Assistant Professor, Government Graduate College Sahiwal, Punjab, Pakistan. 2-Muhammad Tahir Khan Farooqi Associate Professor, University of Okara, Okara, Punjab, Pakistan. 3-Waqar Ali PhD Scholar, University of Okara, Okara, Punjab, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Organizational Climate, Performance, Comparison, Gender, Secondary Schools, Teachers
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).06	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).06
Page Nos:	49 – 57	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Exploring Impact of Demographic Variables on Science Achievement of 8th and 9th Grade Students
Abstract:	Quality of science education is under consideration by educationists and researchers.Achievement in science subjects, as an indicator of the quality of science education, not only determines the students' performance but helps the teachers to evaluate their teaching strategies. This study is an effort to explore the factors related to scientific achievement from a Pakistani perspective. A sample o ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Zubair Ahmad Shah Additional Regional Director, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Pakistan. 2-Ahmad Bilal Cheema Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University of Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan 3-Muhammad Naveed Khalid Resource Person, Allama Iqbal Open University, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Science Achievement, Parental Qualification and Profession
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).07	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).07
Page Nos:	58 – 66	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Correlation between Students' Aptitude and their Academic Achievement at Secondary School Level in Khanewal District
Abstract:	Students' aptitude is an important factor that determines the students' success in the summative assessment. Similarly, teachers play an important role in the development of scientific attitudes in the personality of students. The main objective of this study was to find out the relationship between students' aptitude and their academic performance at the secondary level. In the same way, it was a ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Rukhsana Khan M. Phil Scholar Education, Leadership and Management, Superior University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan 2-Muhammad Aamir Hashmi Associate Professor, Institute of Education and Research, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. 3-Rehana Khan Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Khanewal, Punjab, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Students’ Aptitude, Academic Achievement, Secondary Level
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).08	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).08
Page Nos:	67 – 73	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Effect of E-Teaching on Students' Moral Development at University Level
Abstract:	The purpose of the study was to determine the effect of e-teaching on the moral development of students at the university level. The objectives of the study were (i) to explore the availability of e-teaching at universities. (ii) To investigate the effect of e-teaching on students' moral development. The hypotheses of the study were (i) there is no availability of e-teaching at universities. (ii) ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Ghulam Yaseen PhD Scholar, Mohi-Ud-Din Islamic University, Nerian Sharif, Azad Jammu, and Kashmir, Pakistan. 2-Muhammad Ishaq Associate Professor, Mohi-Ud-Din Islamic University, Nerian Sharif, Azad Jammu, and Kashmir, Pakistan 3-Ziarab Mahmood Associate Professor, Mohi-Ud-Din Islamic University, Nerian Sharif, Azad Jammu, and Kashmir, Pakistan.
Keywords:	e-Teaching, Students, Moral Development, University, Education, BS Level
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).09	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).09
Page Nos:	74 – 88	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Teacher - Students' Academic Communication Patterns at Higher Education Level: A Descriptive Survey
Abstract:	Communication is considered a vital factor for university-level students as it influences as acatalyst in the process of teaching and learning as well as the quality of the academic process. The study aimed to identify the communication level of university teachers and students to identify the ways and means utilized by both parties to develop effective and efficient communication. The study cove ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Uzma Mazhar Lecturer, Department of Education, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan. 2-Hina Shoukat Lecturer, Department of Education, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan. 3-Mehwish Pervaiz Lecturer, Department of Education, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Communication Means, University Students, Ethical Frame, Teachers, Higher Education
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).10	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).10
Page Nos:	89 – 96	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Mitigating Loneliness of Adult Retiree Teachers: Mediating Role of Engaged Living
Abstract:	This study was undertaken in a rural setup to study the mediating role of engaged living in mitigating loneliness in adult retiree teachers. The population of the study comprised of adult retired teachers. Only those retiree teachers were selected whose age was more than 60 years. The snowball sampling technique was used for sample selection. A total of 180 male teachers were selected. Data was co ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Zafar Saleem Assistant Professor, Mohi-ud-Din Islamic University Nerian Sharif, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan. 2-Muhabat Khan Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University of Loralai Balochistan, Pakistan. 3-Shabina Shaheen Assistant Professor, Mohi-ud-Din Islamic University Nerian Sharif, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Trait Gratitude, Loneliness, Engaged Living, Mediation
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).11	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).11
Page Nos:	97 – 105	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Effect Of Flipped Classroom On Developing Fluency And Flexibility Through Divergent Thinking Strategies
Abstract:	This study examined the effect of flipped classroom design on developing fluency and flexibility through divergent thinking strategies. True experimental design, pre-test post-test control group design was used with two intact groups of students in the elementary education program at the Master's level.The experimental group was taught through flipped classroom design i.e. pre-class learning, in-c ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Sobia Kiran PhD Scholar, Institute of Education and Research, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. 2-Muhammad Shahid Farooq Professor, Institute of Education and Research, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Creative Thinking Skills, Divergent Thinking, Flipped classroom.
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).12	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).12
Page Nos:	106 – 118	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Problems Faced by External School Monitors during School Monitoring in Punjab
Abstract:	The main aim of this study was to identify the external monitors' problems and their influence on their performance in monitoring the elementary schools. The research was a sequential explanatory mixed method. All Monitoring and Evaluation Assistants (MEAs) (male and female) working as external monitors in Punjab were the study population. Firstly, districts were randomly selected, and then 4 MEAs ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Sajad Ahmed School Education Department, Govt. High School Ahmad Khan Wala, Mianwali, Punjab, Pakistan. 2-Zahida Parveen Department of Special Education, University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Keywords:	External School Monitoring System, Punjab, Problems, External monitors
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).13	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).13
Page Nos:	119 – 129	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Impact of Activities on Performance among Science Students at Elementary Level
Abstract:	The effectiveness of the activity-based teaching approach and the lecture method for science students' learning is evaluated in this study. The purpose of this study was to investigate the connection between teaching methods and student learning. In this study, the measuring instrument was an achievement test (post-test). The participants in this study were 8th-grade male students. Two groups of s ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Rafaqat Ali M. Phil Scholar, Superior University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. 2-Muhammad Aamir Hashmi Associate Professor, Institute of Education and Research, University of Punjab, Punjab, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Lab Facilities, Secondary School, Science Laboratory
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).14	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).14
Page Nos:	130 – 138	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Effect Of Moderate Level Aerobic Training On Maximum Oxygen Consumption And Cardiovascular Fitness Of Non-Athlete Students
Abstract:	This study aimed to compare the difference in VO2 max values pre and post-test, compare the difference in cardiovascular endurance pre and post-test, and determine the association between VO2 max and cardiovascular endurance. This study used an experimental research design with pretest and post-test randomized groups. The study was conducted at COMSATS, Lahore Campus and a total number of 80 non-a ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Rehan Yousaf PhD Scholar, Manager of Sports Health and Physical Education, COMSATS University, Islamabad, Lahore Campus, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. 2-Mohibullah Khan Marwat Professor, Department of Sports Sciences and Physical Education, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Aerobic, VO2 max, Cardiovascular Endurance, Non-Athletes, Students
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).15	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).15
Page Nos:	139 – 146	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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A Study of the Challenges in Teaching English as a Foreign Language to the Students with Visual Impairment
Abstract:	The aim of the present study was to investigate the challenges that English as a foreign language teachers face in teaching the English language to students with visual impairment. The data was collected through questionnaires from English language special education teachers who were teaching English at the secondary level. The research took place in Lahore, Pakistan, in special education classroo ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Amna Zahra Scholar, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan 2-Ayesha Butt Chairperson/Assistant Professor TESOL, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan 3-Sameera Ayub Bhatti Lecturer, Department of English, The University of Lahore (Lahore Scool of Accountancy and Finance), Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. Accountancy and Finance), Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Student with vision Impairment, Special Education
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).16	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).16
Page Nos:	147 – 163	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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A Study to Examine the Relationship between English Language Proficiency and Academic Achievement of Students in Higher Education Institutions
Abstract:	English language proficiency is an important indicator for better academic achievement of students, where the English is second language. The current study aims to identify the relationship between English language proficiency and the academic performance of students enrolled in higher education institutions. The data was collected from three hundred respondents enrolled in undergraduate programs ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Syed Izatullah MPhil Scholar, Department of Education, University Of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. 2-Rabeeya Nasir Department of Education, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. 3-Fariha Gul Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University Of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Keywords:	English Language Proficiency, Language Assessment Test, Academic Performance
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).17	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).17
Page Nos:	164 – 171	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Improving Students’ Speaking Skills in English through Group Discussion and Classroom Interaction at Secondary School Level: Teachers' Perspective
Abstract:	This study aimed to investigate teachers' perspectives regarding improving students' speaking skills in English through group discussion and classroom interaction at the secondary school level in Bannu District. The population comprised of SSTs (secondary school teachers) of Government secondary schools of both genders (n=370) teaching English to grades 9 and 10. 119 male and 69 female teachers w ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Ghulam Qadir Khan MPhil. Scholar, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. 2-Gulap Shahzada Associate Professor, Institute of Education and Research, University of Science and Technology, Bannu, KP, Pakistan. 3-Rahmat Ullah Shah Associate Professor, Institute of Education and Research, University of Science and Technology, Bannu, KP, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Group Discussion, Classroom Interaction, Speaking Skills, Perceptions
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).18	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).18
Page Nos:	172 – 179	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Exploring Stress Coping Strategies of Primary School Teachers
Abstract:	Stress at the workplace is unavoidable, but it is needed to be coped for ensuring emotional and physical health. The study explores the strategies for coping with stress among primary schoolteachers with varied demographic characteristics i.e. gender, locale, length of job experience, and academic and professional qualification. The sample of 315 (104 male, 211 female) primary school teachers was ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Ahmad Bilal Cheema Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University of Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan. 2-Farah Shafiq Assistant Professor, Division of Education, University of Education, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. 3-Mushtaq Ahmad Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University of Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan
Keywords:	Stress Coping Strategy, Primary School Teachers
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).19	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).19
Page Nos:	180 – 194	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Impact of External Environment on Triple-loop Learning in the Context of Universities
Abstract:	The purpose of the study was to see how the external environment affected triple-loop learning at institutions. The research was based on the Bruke-Litwin organisational change model. The study's goals were to: (1) determine the state of triple-loop learning in educational institutions; and (2) determine the status of triple-loop learning in educational organisations (universities) (2) Determine h ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Nabeela Shakur Abbasi PhD Scholar, Department of Education, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan. 2-Marium Din Assistant Professor, Department of Education, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan. 3-Hira Habib PhD Scholar, Department of Education, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Keywords:	External Environment, Triple-loop Learning, Bruke-litwin Model
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).20	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).20
Page Nos:	195-203	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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EFL School Teachers Perceptions about In-Service Trainings: A Cross- Sectional Study
Abstract:	This study explores the perceptions of EFL school teachers about their in-service trainings in Balochistan, Pakistan. In addition to self-reflection and experiences, teacher trainings contribute to enhancing teachers' skilling, re skilling and up skilling with best classroom practices. However, not all teachers may have an opportunity to quality teacher trainings. Those who do, also carry varied v ...Read More - Download PDF - View Fulltext
Author/s:	1-Abdul Malik MPhil Scholar, English Language Centre, University of Balochistan, Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan 2-Niaz H. Soomro Assistant Professor, Department of English Linguistics, University of Balochistan, Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan. 3-Zahid H. Pathan Assistant Professor, English Language Center, University of Balochistan, Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Professional Development, In-service Teacher Trainings, EFL Teachers, CPD
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).21	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).21
Page Nos:	204 – 217	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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Exploration of Faculty Attitude towards Integration of Web 2.0 into Instructional Practices at University Level during Pandemic
Abstract:	The use of web 2.0 technology, such as social media tools, learning management systems,and presentation software, etc. has brought many changes in education in the recent era of pandemics.To examine the faculty attitude towards the integration of Web 2.0 technology was the target of the study. A descriptive cross-sectional survey design was used, and 125 university instructors were taken convenien ...Read More - Download PDF
Author/s:	1-Farah Rashid Ph.D. Scholar, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad, Pakistan. 2-Aisha Bibi Assistant Professor, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad, Pakistan.
Keywords:	Attitude, Higher Education, Survey, Professional use of Web 2.0
DOI Number:	10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).22	DOI Link:	http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2022(VII-I).22
Page Nos:	218 - 226	Volume & Issue:	VII-I
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