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EFFECTS OF ACTIVITY-BASED TEACHING AND TRADITIONAL METHOD OF TEACHING MATHEMATICS IN THE AREA OF KNOWLEDGE AT ELEMENTARY LEVEL
Get PDFThe aim of this research was to find out the effects of activity-based teaching and traditional method of teaching Mathematics in the area of Knowledge at Elementary Level. The research was experimental based on pre-test, post-test control group design. Two units of geometry were selected from seventh class Mathematics for this research. Population of the research study was all students of seventh class from GGHS Bhedian Pattoki, District Kasur, Punjab (Pakistan). For selection of sample a pre-test was administered to all (84) students of class seventh in Govt. Girls High School Bhedian Pattoki District Kasur except twenty students. Thirty students (each) were assigned randomly to experimental and control group on the basis of pre-test matching scores. Both tests were developed from the seventh class Mathematics Book for the compilation of data. Tests were administered keeping the domain of knowledge in view. Selected unit 10 and unit 12 from seventh class Mathematics Book prescribed by Punjab Text Book Board were taught to both groups (experimental and control) for the time of eight weeks. Activities were used for experimental group only and other group was taught traditionally. Time for the teaching Mathematics was 40 minutes daily to each group. Independent sample t-test was applied on the pre-test and post-test scores to check whether there is difference in the performances of two groups in the domain of knowledge. It was concluded that there was significant difference in mean achievement scores in the area of knowledge taught by activity-based teaching. Activity based teaching was recommended for other areas of cognitive domain. It was recommended that activities may be used for each subject and for every class up to elementary level
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND PERFORMANCE EVALUATION PROCESS REACTION: A STUDY OF TELECOM SECTOR EMPLOYEES OF ISLAMABAD
Get PDFThe present study scrutinizes the relationship among organizational context (job resource adequacy, co-worker relationship and organizational communication) and performance evaluation process reaction through moderation of procedural justice in the telecom sector of Islamabad, Pakistan. The cross-sectional survey is conducted through adaptation of structured questionnaire as a primary source of data collection. A structured questionnaire was floated among 192 employees working in telecom sector. The study expands on applicable research in this region and stretches out the research in the Pakistani context. To test the hypotheses, multivariate analysis, descriptive statistics, correlation, factor analysis and linear regression is used to analyze the impact, Structured Equation Modeling (SEM) is used to identify multiple relationship effects. The structural model was assessed by using Smart PLS 2.0. The study reveals that reactions to performance evaluation process are positively and significant associated with the independent variables, job resource adequacy, organizational communication and co-worker relationship
PAKISTAN INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES (PIA): REHABILITATING CORPORATE SICKNESS
Get PDFContinuous improvement or development of all types of organizations is a mandatory element for the economic growth of any country. The fast-growing pace of the economy in the world results in the augmented competition and it sometimes leads to the problem of corporate or industrial sickness. This study aims to identify Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) sickness status and to devise the strategies by exploring revival or rehabilitating factors. The commonly used Altmanβs Z-score graphs have been developed and analyzed to determine sickness of an opted entity from 2008 to 2016 and to explore the revival or rehabilitating factors, interviews from representatives (sampled using purposive sampling technique) of all selected departments of PIA have been taken through a semi-structured questionnaire. The interview transcripts were analyzed through thematic content analysis and the thematic map has been developed. The findings identified clearly showed corporate sickness in PIA and authors worked on the optimal course of actions to rehabilitate the sickness and devised strategies to turn PIA into competitive entity through analyzing various internal & external reasons. This study suggests key recommendations to the Government of Pakistan to prevent the public sector (existing) entities getting sick in future
TRENDS OF MULTIDIMENSIONAL INEQUALITY IN PAKISTAN
Get PDFThe devastating dynamics of multidimensional inequality has always been a debatable issue over the history of developing globe. This paper develops an index of multidimensional inequality (MDI) using the same dimensions and weights that has been used by Government of Pakistan over a ten-year period using Pakistan Social and Living-standard Measurement (PSLM) survey data for 2004-05 and 2014-15. The analysis show that along with overall decreased MDI in Pakistan, the direction of change remains different for urban and rural areas. The overall reduction in MDI is larger in urban areas compared to a little deterioration in the rural areas of the country. The analysis also show that MDI decreased in Punjab, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces while it deteriorated in Balochistan. An examination of the dimensions show that lack of education contributes more in the level of inequality, followed by access to health services. Education level of the head of household, level of income and family size were found to be strongly associated with factors contributing to the status of a household in terms of its contribution to MDI
ROLE OF POLICE INVESTIGATION IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM OF PAKISTAN
Get PDFThe purpose of this paper is to highlight the importance and effectiveness of investigation in the Criminal Justice System of Pakistan. The study provides the historical background of the Police system of Pakistan, which is primarily responsible for the investigation of crime in the Criminal Justice System of Pakistan. The study also examines and highlights the poor standards of Police Investigation and its impact on the Criminal Justice System of Pakistan. The study describes and analyzes the different statutes and laws in Pakistan which regulate the process of the criminal investigation in Pakistan. The researcher collected data through interviews from the 10 Defense Lawyers (who are representing accused in trial courts) in District Multan. Data is also collected through interviews from the 10 Public Prosecutors (who are prosecuting the accused on behalf of State in trial courts) from District Multan. The finding of the study reveals that the current system of the police investigation is faulty and outdated. In the end, this study recommends how to improve the standards of investigation in the Criminal Justice System of Pakista
IDENTIFICATION AND RANKING OF EMPLOYEESβ PHYSICAL BEHAVIORS CRITICAL TO MERGERS
No full textThis study aims to investigate employeesβ physical behaviors under the environment of mergers. Chaotic recognition and disorderly hierarchicalization of critical physical behaviors of employees resulting into unsuccessful mergers is the problem under investigation. Employees have power to dictate the fate of mergers; therefore, it is imperative to scientifically underpin the patterns of their physical behaviors while during execution of mergers. The study follows positivist approach as research philosophy. It has identified and developed a hierarchy of physical behaviors that emerge into employees during organizational mergers. It is an empirical study based on formalized in-depth analysis. A specially designed questionnaire has been used for collecting data from a medium sized heterogeneous panel of experts on mergers. Technique of discourse of literature has been employed for identification of behaviors, Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM) for hierarchicalization whereas cross-impact matrix multiplication analysis (MICMAC) for investigation of driving and dependence power. Total eleven behaviors have been identified. ISM model depicts that bottom is occupied by conflict, middle by reduced organizational commitment and top by lower productivity. It means that conflict among employees is the most critical physical behavior, reduced organizational commitment is linking and lower productivity is least critical for mergers. MICMAC revealed that five behaviors fall in driving, four in dependent, one in linking and two in autonomous quadrant. The study is based on limited number of expertsβ opinion, however, that may be envisaged on larger population for statistical investigation. The study provides insight to the policy makers, planners and executers of mergers
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: THEORY TO PRACTICE: EVIDENCES FROM LITERATURE
Get PDFThe field of human resource management is ever emerging and evolving. Since its inception, it has faced abundant hues and cries. The purpose of this study is to give a holistic and integrative view of HRM concepts and usages. So, this study is based on a meta-analysis of the literature of current major practices used in different ways. The study examines the social exchange theory, the resource-based view of the organization, human capital theory, descriptive study, normative study and strategic theories of human resource management. The comparison of these studies assists HR practitioners to develop the contingencies and to fit the HR policies according to the context and requirements of the organization. An implied but unproven hypothesis symbolizes that good contextual HRM fit may lead to the vigorous development of the organization
IMPACT OF CREDIT MANAGEMENT ON AGRICULTURE OUTPUT IN PAKISTAN
Get PDFThere is a profound impact of agriculture credit on output, employment, and capital accumulation especially for agriculture-based economies like Pakistan. The empirical results show that agriculture sector output is positively and significantly affected by capital stock and labor force. The improvements in mechanization, seeds quality, timely availability of fertilizers and pesticides backed by enhanced farm management skills and the adoption of modern techniques have contributed to increasing agricultural output. Therefore, the policy initiatives fostering this transition will have a positive impact on overall agricultural practices in Pakistan. The productivity of capital and labor has increased mainly due to making available water at farm gate, installation of cost-effective techniques for tube wells, and easy access to credit for farmers. Central Bank has installed a mechanism to check the outflow of agriculture credit to other sectors of the economy that has improved the apportion efficiency of the available resources resulting in enhanced outpu
A NEXUS BETWEEN FINANCIAL LEVERAGE AND PERFORMANCE OF TEXTILE SECTOR OF PAKISTAN
Get PDFThis study investigates the impact of FL on FP of textile sector (spinning, composite and weaving) of Pakistan considering the micro panel data of 56 firms over the period of 2011-2016. The study used FL as predictor measured by Debt to Equity Ratio (DER), Interest Coverage Ratio (ICR) and Total Debt to Total Assets Ratio (TDTAR) while FP as dependent variable measured by Earnings per Share (EPS), Net Profit Margin (NPM) and Return on Capital Employed (ROCE). Assets Tangibility (AT), Growth (G), Size (S) and Age (A) used as control variable. Based on the recommendations of Hausman test fixed and random effect in utilized. Outcomes of the study reveal mix results in selected textile sectors FP. In spinning sector ICR positively relate with EPS, NPM and ROCE. DER positively relates with NPM and negatively relate with EPS and ROCE.TDTAR negatively relate with EPS, NPM and positively relate with ROCE. In composite sector ICR negatively pertain with EPS, NPM and positively with ROCE. DER positively pertains with NPM and negatively with EPS and ROCE. TDTAR negatively relate with EPS, NPM and positively with ROCE. In weaving sector ICR show negative relationship with EPS, NPM and positive with ROCE. DER reveals negative relationship with EPS, NPM and positive with ROCE. TDTAR show positive relationship with EPPS, NPM and ROCE
EFFECT OF ENTREPRENEURIAL RISK PERCEPTION ON ENTREPRENEURIAL INTENTION WITH THE MEDIATING ROLE OF PERCEIVED BEHAVIORAL CONTROL: Dr. Syed Imad Shah, Dr. Asad Shahjehan, Dr. Mohammad Daud Ali, Dr. Humera Manzoor
No full textThis article evaluated the multidimensional nature of entrepreneurial risk perceptions in an entrepreneurial setting and its effects on entrepreneurial intensions. Furthermore, mediation effects of perceived behavior control were also analyzed. Results of the study confirm multidimensional and domain specific nature of entrepreneurial risk perceptions. It also confirms the direct effects of positive and negative risk perceptions on entrepreneurial intentions. Lastly, through the lens of theory of planned behavior, entrepreneurial risk perceptions significantly effects perceived behavior control, which in turn has a significant effect on the entrepreneurial intensions