Academic Integrity in Existing Classroom Resources and Teaching Learning Process for Children with Vision Impairment in Government Special Education Institutions of Punjab Pakistan

  • Muhammad Jahanzaib University of Education, Township Campus, Lahore, Pakistan
  • Ghulam Fatima University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
  • Ayesha Raza University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
Keywords: Academic Integrity, Classroom resources, Teaching-learning process, Students with vision impairment, Primary level

Abstract

Purpose: The objective of this qualitative study was to evaluate the level of academic integrity in the provision and utilization of classroom resources and flow of the teaching-learning process for children with vision impairment (CWVI) at primary level.

Design/Methodology/Approach: Non-participant classroom observations were conducted.  Eight special education institutions working in various districts of Punjab were randomly selected. A self-developed, field experts validated classroom observation checklist was applied to conduct the classroom observations. All observations were carried out personally by the principal author. Researchers analyzed the data by descriptive statistics percentages of observed indicators for academic integrity. After that, a thematic analysis was carried out.

Findings: The study showed that most observed classes had satisfactory classroom arrangement, teacher competence and classroom illumination. However, many observed classrooms were found with inadequate classroom arrangements and disturbing physical environment. There is a severe lack about effective use of need-based equipment, assistive aids, low-vision devices, lesson plans, student portfolios and any record of Students’ previous performance.

Implications/Originality/Value: The study suggested that special education institutions should make all lacking facilities available. Refresher courses should be provided to teachers to improve their personality and teaching skills. The presence of Students’ portfolios and lesson plans should be assured.

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Muhammad Jahanzaib, University of Education, Township Campus, Lahore, Pakistan

Lecturer, Department of Special Education, University of Education, Township Campus, Lahore, Pakistan

Ghulam Fatima, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan

Associate Professor, Institute of Special Education, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan

Ayesha Raza, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan

Ph.D. Scholar, Institute of Special Education, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan

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Published
2024-06-30
How to Cite
Jahanzaib, M., Fatima, G., & Raza, A. (2024). Academic Integrity in Existing Classroom Resources and Teaching Learning Process for Children with Vision Impairment in Government Special Education Institutions of Punjab Pakistan. Journal of Business and Social Review in Emerging Economies, 10(2), 109-120. https://doi.org/10.26710/jbsee.v10i2.2949

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