Exploring Perceptions of University Students Pertaining to Grades over Knowledge and Skills

The aim of the research was to study the phenomenon surrounding the perspective of university students preferring grades to knowledge and skills. Three currently enrolled participants were selectedfrom different private universities of Karachi. Participants’ interviews were examined through thematic...

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Published in:Journal of education and educational development 2014-12, Vol.1 (2), p.101-115
Main Authors: Hasnain, Asma, Bhamani, Shelina
Format: Article
Language:English
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grades
knowledge
University students
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Summary:The aim of the research was to study the phenomenon surrounding the perspective of university students preferring grades to knowledge and skills. Three currently enrolled participants were selectedfrom different private universities of Karachi. Participants’ interviews were examined through thematic analysis. The findings suggested that students give preference to grades and knowledge, more job oriented focusof the study and made recommendations for institutions and academicians for further probing of the issue in hand.
ISSN:2310-0869
2313-3538
DOI:10.22555/joeed.v1i2.42