Said, Hamdan and Ahmad, Iqbal and Mohamad Nor, Faizah (2019) Exploring outcomes of service-learning participation: evidence from Pakistan. Malaysian Journal of Learning and Instruction (MJLI), 16 (2). pp. 125-154. ISSN 1675-8110

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Abstract

Purpose - This study explored the perspectives of teachers on outcomes of service-learning participation in vocational training institutes. The main purpose was to gain a better understanding of outcomes concerning service-learning participation of vocational training institute students in Pakistan. Methodology - A total of 315 respondents participated in the study. Data were collected from 15 randomly selected vocational training institutes using a self-designed questionnaire which was drafted and validated after expert approval. The construct validation of the questionnaire was established through Exploratory Factor Analysis. Findings - The findings indicated that participation in service-learning resulted in increased course content knowledge, the development of interpersonal skills, and the development of a volunteering attitude among the vocational institute students. Significance - This study is one of the few studies related to academic outcomes of vocational education students as a result of service-learning participation. The results facilitate understanding of the pedagogical role of service-learning as a practical teaching approach and would be of particular interest to employers who are looking for skilled manpower in the current job market.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Service-learning practices, learning outcomes, vocational training institutes
Subjects:	L Education > L Education (General)
Divisions:	School of Education & Modern Languages
Depositing User:	Mrs Nurin Jazlina Hamid
Date Deposited:	19 Oct 2022 01:50
Last Modified:	19 Oct 2022 01:50
URI:	https://repo.uum.edu.my/id/eprint/28934

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