Journal of Education And Humanities Research (JEHR), University of Balochistan, Quetta

Fostering Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity in VJ Campilan’s All My Lonely Islands

2024-11-23T19:09:44+05:00

A novel can be an excellent resource in teaching culture-related values. In this study, the novel “All My Lonely Islands” by VJ Campilan was analyzed to bring to the fore the themes, literary devices, literary elements that show cultural awareness and sensitivity, and the figures of speech that highlight cultural cognition. The impact of the author’s portrayal of the Filipino culture and integration of cultural competence in teaching literature were also sought. Through content analysis, the objectives of the study were met. Themes such as the quest for self, friendship, the concept of family, faith in God, and the problem of assimilation were emphasized. Cultural awareness and sensitivity were best shown through the author’s use of setting, characters, conflict, dialogue, and metaphor. As a Third-Culture Kid (TCK), the author was able to portray the Filipino culture on her passport country and her hometown on a first-hand basis. Activities were proposed for integration in the teaching of literature to foster cultural awareness and sensitivity among college students.

Navigating Last-Mile Delivery in Quetta, Pakistan: Sustainable Innovations for a Provincial Urban Hub

2024-11-23T19:17:29+05:00

This research article explores the critical challenges and opportunities associated with last-mile delivery in Quetta, Pakistan, focusing on the impact of high fuel costs and

inefficient infrastructure. Through an analysis of current logistics practices and firsthand experience in a pioneering logistics company, this study identifies key issues affecting delivery efficiency, including the lack of optimized routing, informal addressing systems, and poor road conditions. The research highlights the potential of emerging technologies, such as electric vehicles (EVs) and AI-driven route optimization tools, to mitigate these

challenges and enhance operational efficiency. Additionally, it discusses the importance of supportive government policies and public-private partnerships in promoting sustainable logistics practices. The findings suggest that a coordinated approach integrating

technology, sustainable practices, and collaboration among stakeholders is essential for transforming last-mile delivery in Quetta. This study contributes to the existing literature on logistics by providing actionable insights for policymakers, logistics providers, and

researchers interested in improving urban delivery systems in developing regions.

Exploring the Reliability of Current Summative Assessment Practices in English at the Secondary Level in Azad Jammu and Kashmir

2024-11-12T00:04:41+05:00

Reliability is a much important aspect of assessment activity. This study aims to determine what practices are carried out to maintain, ensure and improve the reliability of the certification examination in English at the secondary level in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (Pakistan). There is only one intermediate and secondary education board in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. All the sub-examiners (test graders), approximately 300 in number, were taken as a population of the study. A sample of 100 sub-examiners was drawn. The researchers applied a survey design and used a self-structured questionnaire as a data collection tool. Data were analysed through simple statistical measures, i.e., frequencies and percentages. The study results showed that examiners who mark the answer scripts are well-qualified and experienced but not trained. Some risks to the reliability of grading were also found. This study implies that immediate measures to improve the reliability of summative assessment systems, such as training examiners, must be taken.

Integrating Intelligent Tutoring System With Learning Styles Of Online Learners In Pakistan

2024-12-22T19:41:40+05:00

The purpose of the study is to investigate the perceptions and preferences of learners who have used adaptive e–learning system. Trial was conducted on computer science and artificial intelligence students at undergraduate level. They were allowed to study on ILMS. Their learning styles were identified through Index of Learning Style questionnaire and automatically categorized into their unique learning style. They were provided with the learning material suited to their learning style, the format of learning material was on text, audio and video aids and hands on activities. Study was conducted on 150 students who had been part of experiment conducted on ILMS. Simple Random sampling technique was implemented. For this study self-developed questionnaire was used. Data was analyzed by using quantitative descriptive methods such as mode, variance, average. The survey result shows that all the participants are willing to use the adaptive Intelligent Learning Management System in their daily studies. The learning effort and time spent on learning the courses were less as compared to traditional Learning Management System they were using in their studies after the onset of Corona virus. The study recommended that more adaptive and navigational techniques should be integrated on LMS. The originality of this study that LMS should be utilized and features of artificial intelligence should be utilized to make LMS more adaptive like students’ previous knowledge, behavior of students during course, expectations, etc.

Postgraduate Research Collaboration in Quetta: A Study of Supervisors' and Scholars' Perspectives

2024-10-21T12:13:56+05:00

The current study sought to emphasize researchers' practices of collaboration in HEIs of Quetta. For the purpose of the study, the qualitative research method was applied, using survey research. The study sample for this current study includes postgraduate research scholars and research supervisors of the post-degree programs. Selection of the sample used the methodology of multistage sampling technique. The data collection tool was a research questionnaire and was given through email and paper-based moods. The results were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The research findings also show that there exists research collaboration between researchers in the surveyed HEIs at both the interpersonal level and interdisciplinary level. Nevertheless, little evidence can be drawn about the lack of evidence in research collaboration between researchers at the community, industry, and international levels. The HEIs' management, thus shall determine research policies and programs to build the research's professional capacity in carrying out research studies with industry orientation.

Media Representations of Male Abusive Behavior and the Normalization of Violence against Women

2024-10-26T10:58:34+05:00

Abstract: Audience obsession with romance cannot be neglected in entertainment media and most of this category of content is watched by women, irrespective of their age, race, and geography. This study evaluates how the media romanticizes crime by men, these men are the majority of the time perfect definition of Masculine men and fix the standards of society for men and How the Pakistani drama industry has adopted the trend of glorifying the male abusive acts and justice for this behavior by calling it act of possessiveness or affection.To examine the intensity of the issue we have conducted a quantitative content analysis of the Pakistani drama industry.

Moderating Role of Entrepreneurial Passion in the Relationship Between Entrepreneurial Behavior and Entrepreneurial Success Among Emerging Entrepreneurs in Pakistan

2024-12-06T16:53:19+05:00

The entrepreneurial success of emerging entrepreneurs in Pakistan depends on their entrepreneurial behavior. This study examines how entrepreneurial passion positively and significantly impacts the relationship between entrepreneurial success and entrepreneurial behavior, as described by Bird's theory. Primary data were collected from emerging entrepreneurs in Pakistan using a cross-sectional research design, and the study is both quantitative and empirical. Out of the 400 questionnaires distributed, 350 were returned, with 330 completed by the participants. The findings indicate that entrepreneurial passion and entrepreneurial behavior significantly influence entrepreneurial success. Additionally, entrepreneurial passion positively and significantly moderates the relationship between entrepreneurial success and entrepreneurial behavior. This research has the potential to establish benchmarks for emerging entrepreneurs in Pakistan, enabling them to achieve success by incorporating entrepreneurial behavior and passion into their practices.

Quality of Teaching-Learning and School Environment: Supporting Reform Initiatives in Schools

2024-11-24T18:50:21+05:00

The study's objectives were to examine reform initiatives that focused on The Punjab Schools Reform Roadmap (PSRR) and the current status of education, as well as to identify any gaps in the execution of reform initiatives based on the practical experiences of school stakeholders. The Fullan model of organizational transformation served as the theoretical foundation for this study's conceptualization of the phenomenon. The researchers set out to find out how the perceptions of school stakeholders contributed to their comprehension of the situations and provided context for their experiences. This investigation was carried out in the public school system. Constructivism served as the philosophical paradigm in this phenomenological study that used a qualitative study design. Purposive sampling was used to select key informants for data collection. In-depth, face-to-face semi-structured interviews were employed to investigate the phenomenon. After collecting the data, the researchers conducted a thematic analysis. By making connections, this thematic coding method informed the researchers about new information or ideas (Richards & Morse, 2012). The emergent themes were the quality of the teaching-learning process, teachers’ capacity building and motivation, and school environment and culture. It was concluded that school reform initiatives can not be supported unless there is a better quality of teaching-learning, high motivation among school students and teachers along with necessary arrangements, plans, and implementation of teachers' capacity-building programs and a conducive school environment and culture. This study will address the gap in the literature by investigating the practices being undertaken to achieve the targets given to stakeholders.

Parents’ Insight about Academic Integrity in Special Education Schools for Visually Impaired Students

2024-10-06T14:10:42+05:00

Academic integrity is the way out to maintain honesty the schools for students with visual impairment. The parents are key observers of scrutinizing the academic integrity of the schools of their visually impaired children. This study aimed to seek the perception of the parents of visually impaired children about academic integrity in special education schools for students with visual impairment. This study was quantitative and descriptive. Sample of study was the parents (N=65) of students with visual impairment with different socioeconomic status and age groups. A self-developed structured questionnaire was used as an instrument. Purposive sampling technique was used from the non-probability sampling technique. Validity of instrument was confirmed through the expert opinion (N=04) and the reliability of the instrument was confirmed through Cronbach’s alpha 0.726. The findings of the study revealed that 35.8%). Respondents responded that they have never been provided with policy guidelines or rules by the school regarding upholding academic integrity for children with visual impairment. This study recommends that the special education department should conduct regular training on school-parent partnerships to promote the culture of academic integrity in special education schools for visually impaired students.

Exploring Employees’ Resistance towards Digital Transformation: A Case Study of Higher Education Institution

2024-11-01T13:44:43+05:00

Abstract

Organizational transformations often encounter employees’ resistance, creating significant hurdles for the successful implementation of digital change. Although existing literature focused on organizational leaderships, employees’ resistance and technology implementation but there is a lack of in-depth exploration of how individual differ in attitudes at different levels of management working in an organization. The purpose of this case study was to identify the psychological factors that contribute to employee’s resistance and explore the underlying reasons which are creating hurdles in technology adoption. Explanatory sequential mixed method approach was employed followed by a case study design. The participants were employees of three categories; top management, middle management and lower management placed at different sections of said organization. The target population comprised 835 employees out of which two hundred sixty-four participants were selected through stratified random sampling technique. Quantitative data were collected through survey method followed by Focus Group Discussion. Descriptive statistics and ANOVA test was applied to compare three groups of management to reach the group within extreme resistance. The results of the quantitative study showed higher level of resistance among employees of lower management. The pertinent resistance factors exhibited by employees, ranging from overt opposition to subtle forms of sabotage; lack of understanding, lack of training, different types of fears and lack of motivation. The implications highlight the importance of proactive engagement, transparent communication, training and fostering a culture of trust and collaboration to mitigate resistance and facilitate successful digital transformation initiatives.

Female Entrepreneurship In Balochistan: Linking Motivation, Empowerment, And Family Well-Being

2024-12-25T17:52:44+05:00

Females are half of the world's population but their participation in the workforce is much lower than their male counterparts. Women are considered homemakers, doing household chores, and nurturing children. The study analyses the key factors that motivate females to enter the field of enterprise, otherwise being the breadwinners, is considered the field of men.

A quantitative study was conducted to investigate the impact of female entrepreneurship on family well-being. The model contains two independent variables: motivation to start a business and intentions to stay in business, one mediator: female empowerment, and the dependent variable: family well-being. Family enrichment theory and the theory of planned behavior were used to build the study. The data was analyzed using software, IBM-SPSS-26 and the Smart PLS-SEM model.

The data was collected, using adapted questionnaires, from a sample of 350 female entrepreneurs. Results of the study reveal a significant impact of independent variables; female entrepreneurship; motivation to start a business and entrepreneurial intentions to stay in the enterprise on female empowerment and family well-being. The study identifies the socio-cultural factors as important factors in defining the relationship between the variables.

It was suggested that small home-based enterprises and training centers should be established. By providing small financial loans; a big socio-economic change can be brought into the lives of tribal female entrepreneurs in Balochistan. The study culminates with a discussion of findings, suggestions, and recommendations for conducting future studies.

How Trade With The Organization Of Islamic Corporation Impacts Pakistan’s Economic Growth

2024-11-12T18:32:53+05:00

This study examined the impact of Pakistan’s trade with OIC on country’s economic growth by using data from 1976 to 2023. The ADF indicated a mixed level of integration. Therefore, the study utilized the bound test to check the existence of cointegration. The ARDL outcomes indicated that exports to OIC had positive impact on economic growth of Pakistan, whereas negative influence of imports from OIC on economic growth. Results also supported inflation-led growth hypothesis. Furthermore, exchange rate and gross fixed capital formation also recorded positive impact on economic growth. Furthermore, the error correction term was found to be significant with the correct sign. The TSLS results supported the ARDL findings, indicting robustness of the results. Moreover, the CUSUM and CUSUMSQ test confirmed the stability of the model. therefore, the study recommends that government should provide incentives to import substitution industrialization that would play an important role in reducing import reliance. Additionally, Pakistan should diversify exports to OIC countries by product that would accelerate economic growth of the economy.

Identification Of Challenges Faced By Schools In E-Management And Strategies To Overcome The Challenges

2024-06-27T18:27:05+05:00

During Covid 19 for the first time in Pakistan the need had arisen for implementation of e-management essentially for the schools to mitigate the learning losses due to lockdown. For that purpose, technological solutions had to be implicated to resume the work and to keep teachers and learners on track. Different kinds of schools were able to handle the situation through different strategies and modes of e-management. The study was designed with sequential explanatory mixed method approach. Checklist was made to assess the availability of physical facilities. Interviews were conducted face to face, with working leaders include principals and administrators. Focus Group Discussions were held in the end of both data collection procedures and analyses of data in order to get the best remedial measures to eradicate the challenges in future. The results showed challenges of planning, directing, monitoring, resource handling, budgeting and the challenge of deficiency of resources for schools in terms of finances, human resource and trained staff. In specified area, the findings of the study showed lack of support and guidance from concerned/competent higher authorities, to school leaders who were striving to work for the successful execution of digital transformation of management in their schools. Schools solved the unexpected and novel problems through operational management but these experiences could guide further for strategic planning of e-management in this era.

Exploring The Perceptions Of Teachers About Growth Mindset And Fixed Mindset And Impact On Students Learning

2024-12-17T19:32:01+05:00

It's a big challenge for the teachers to recognize the abilities of the students in the classroom and basically this recognition means a lot both to students as well as teachers. The current study is about the perceptions of teachers about the mindsets of students whether they have growth mindsets and fixed mindset. The objectives of the study were to explore the perceptions of teachers about the concepts of growth mindset and fixed mindset at higher secondary level. 10 teachers who were serving at a higher secondary level were taken as samples. Semi structured interview was used for data collection and purposive sampling technique was used. Data analysis done through thematic analysis. Data analysis revealed that the teachers were not well aware about the terms “fixed mindset” and “growth mindset”. However, on the basis of class participation and results, they are well aware about the abilities of the students, they often used similar teaching strategies to foster the growth mindset of the students. Findings regarding teacher’s feedback and praise on student’s learning revealed that most of the respondents provide students with verbal, written and oral feedback in the classroom.