18 research outputs found
NGO field workers in Pakistan
No full textNGOs came into the society in their present form after World War II and more precisely in 1960s. Before that also different forms of philanthropy existed. Like elsewhere in the world, in Pakistan also state and the market were the two sectors catering for different needs of the people. When foreign funding started coming into the poor countries, the channel of NGOs was considered more appropriate including the fact they had roots in the society and the benefit could reach the far flung areas. NGO field workers are the real actors in the NGOs’ activities but sadly the NGOs those raise the slogans of working for the destitute do not bother to facilitate the NGO field workers. Eventually the NGO field workers are facing problems of job insecurity, poor salary structure, unhealthy working environment and even harassment especially in case of women NGO field workers in Pakistan.Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), NGO field workers, wage level and structure, working conditions
NGOs and poverty issues in peri-urban areas
No full textPoverty reduction is the top-most element in the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) set by the United Nations those have provided a broad way for the development planning professionals on the globe to assess their past performance in the important aspects of development planning as well as to plan their strategies for the design period of 2000-2015. The United Nations sees the nations as members of a global family and expects them to work for the fellow-beings setting some guidelines, for instance, ‘The millennium Development Goals can be achieved if immediate steps are taken to implement existing commitment.NGOs, poverty, peri-urban areas
Information literacy skills among students of Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
No full textThe purpose of this study was to determine awareness, skills and preferred contents of Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) students about information literacy (IL). A survey research design was solicited to collect the required data using a self-administered structured questionnaire. A simple convenient sampling technique was used to collect the required data from the population. The results showed that majority of the students have awareness about the information and its importance for their academic achievements. To fulfill their academic needs, the students desired the contents related to their assigned task subject and research so that they could identify need, resources to access and authenticate the available information. The majority of the students believed that information literacy was important for their academic achievements which indicated their interest in receiving such training to fulfill their educational needs. .The findings of the study demand that LIS professionals at LUMS should prepare information literacy programs and other universities of Pakistan can revise their information literacy programs accordingly. No study has been conducted to explore the level of awareness and skills of undergraduate students of Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) about information literacy. Therefore, this is the first study in this regard
Students\u27 Understanding of the Importance of Information Literacy (IL) Programs and Skills
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The research was conducted to determine the relevance of the information literacy skills of Lahore University of Management Sciences graduate students (LUMS). A convenient sampling technique was used to collect the required data from the population. A sample of 357 students was selected, and the useable response rate was 82%. Results of the study revealed that the majority 51 %, were aware of the IL Somehow concept of information literacy. Similarly, majority 86% of the participant had not received any training on information literacy. The findings also showed that 49% of the majority of students found the IL program very important. Similarly, 36% agreed that the IL program is significant However, a major part of the respondents considered the information literacy program as an important program to meet their research skills as well as academic need. The findings revealed that the majority of students are conscious of the information and its relevance for their academic achievements. These results may be carried out in other universities with the same method, strategies, and environments of teaching and learning.
Keywords: Information Literacy; Skills; importance; LUMS University; Pakista
Variables affecting fieldworkers of NGOs in Pakistan
No full textNGOs have played a key role in development since the end of World War II, and more so since the 1970s. Like elsewhere in the world, the state and the market catered to the different needs of people in Pakistan. With the arrival of foreign funding, NGOs emerged as a channel for dispersing resources to far-flung communities. However, NGO fieldworkers are not valued. They suffer from personal and professional problems including job insecurity, poor salary structure, unhealthy working environments, and harassment. Vulnerability of the NGOs and their fieldworkers has further increased with the growth of terrorism.This article is hosted by our co-publisher Taylor & Francis.</p
Measuring Information literacy skills of graduate students of Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
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The study was conducted in order to measure the information literacy skills of graduate students of Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS). To meet the purpose, a study was conducted in multiple phases. In the first phase, a comprehensive literature review was completed. In the second phase, a survey research design was solicited to collect the required data using a self-administered structured questionnaire. A convenient sampling technique was used to collect the required data from the population. The results showed that the majority of the graduate students have awareness about the information and its importance for their academic achievements. To fulfill their academic needs, the students desired the contents related to their assigned task subject and research so that they could identify a need, resources to access and authenticate the available information. The findings of the study would provide some useful guidance for University administration, policy makers and those concernd to improve and expand university level information literacy training sessions and programmes in Pakistan. These results could be executed on other universities with the same teaching and learning system, strategies, and environments.
Keywords: Information Literacy; Skills; Graduate students; LUMS University; Pakista
The Necessity and Significance of Hadith in The Light of Quranic Verses, investigative analysis
No full textThe necessity and significance of Hadith in the light of Quranic verses lie in its indispensable role as a practical and contextual elucidation of the Quranic guidance. While the Quran provides foundational principles and overarching values, Hadiths offer detailed explanations, contextual applications, and the preservation of the Prophet Muhammad's (SAW). traditions. Hadiths serve to clarify ambiguous or general statements in the Quran, provide practical examples of implementing its principles, and contextualize the historical circumstances surrounding the revelation of Quranic verses. This symbiotic relationship ensures a comprehensive understanding of Islamic teachings, guiding Muslims in matters of faith, ethics, and daily conduct, while also validating and reinforcing the divine guidance contained in the Quran. The relationship between the Quran and Hadith in Islam is inseparable and complementary. The Quran, as the primary and divine source, contains the literal words of God revealed to Prophet Muhammad (SAW). The Hadith, comprising the sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet, serves as a practical application and elaboration of the Quranic teachings. Hadith provides context, clarification, and specific examples that elucidate the broader principles found in the Quran. It plays a vital role in preserving the traditions (Sunnah) of the Prophet, offering insights into his implementation of Quranic guidance in various situations. The relationship ensures a holistic understanding of Islam, with the Quran laying down foundational principles and the Hadith providing practical guidance, collectively forming the basis for Islamic beliefs, practices, and ethics
Research Publication Trends in Library Management Journal: A Bibliometric Analysis (2013-2020)
No full textThe purpose of the study was to explore the research trends of the documents, authors, countries’ share, and impacts created by studies in form of citation in a scholarly journal titled Library Management from 2013 to 2020. To meet the purpose, a bibliometric analysis of 369 documents published in the Library Management was done. The findings indicate that most of the documents published in the Library Management were articles. The overall average citation per document is 3.70. The journal has been publishing 47 documents per year. Authorship patterns indicate that there were 158 documents published in the Library Management written by solo authors. The average per article author number is just below two that is 1.74 average authors per paper. Additionally, the study indicated that Library Management published the quality research from across the globe, and on diverse aspect related to the library and information management. There is no study conducted which investigated the above-mentioned aspects of Library Management during the year 2013 to 2020. Therefore, this study evaluates the research publication trends of this important journal which is put in X category (2nd best category) by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan
Multiplicative Attributes Derived from Graph Invariants for Saztec4 Diamond
No full textThis study consists of developing some closed and updated formulas derived from multiplicative graph invariants such as general Randic index GRIRλ0ϰ for λ0=±1,±1/2, ordinary general geometric-arithmetic (OGA), general version of harmonic index (GHI), sum connectivity index (SI), general sum connectivity index (GSI), 1st and 2nd Gourava and hyper-Gourava indices, (ABC) index, Shegehalli and Kanabur indices, 1st generalised version of Zagreb index (GZI), and forgotten index (FI) for the subdivided Aztec diamond network. Aztec diamond is constructed based on the squares boxes. These square boxes are placed at the centre point and nourish the condition s−1/2+r−1/2≤n. Furthermore, we put a new vertex of degree-2 at each edge of the small boxes, squares in shapes. A new structure is obtained that has the same properties as its parental graph and is called a subdivided Aztec diamond and symbolised as Saztecn. Subsequently, we compute the multiplicative topological attributes to get some new formulas. For this purpose, a simple, connected, and the finite graph is considered by supposing it Y as the graph of the Saztecn. The order and size have also been discussed in this study and found three different kinds of edges (2, 2), (2, 3), and (2, 4) for computing. The discussion on the networks mentioned above provides us with essential results that can be used in the determination of bio and physio activities and can be interspersed with the molecular compounds and their graphical structures better to understand their physical as well as biological properties
