THE EMPIRICAL ANALYSIS OF FACTORS AFFECTING QUALITY STANDARDS IN TEACHING IN THE HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTES: CASE STUDY OF SINDH UNIVERSITY JAMSHORO

Abstract

Purpose:  The main objective of this paper is to study the factors affecting quality standards in teaching in the higher education institutes. Higher Education Institutions play a pivotal role in disseminating knowledge and imparting quality education. In this regard it is essential for these institutions to know the ways and means to improve and upgrade learning environment. The purpose of this research study is to know the factors affecting the quality in teaching and to implement these in the universities. Methodology/Sampling: Using Convenience Sampling Method, Sindh University Jamshoro and its campus at Badin have been selected as case study. Questionnaire was designed using five point Likert Scale. One hundred questionnaires were distributed among senior faculty members, academicians, scholars and administrators out of which eighty five were returned by the respondents. One Sample t test was used to analyze the data with the use of SPSS-22 software. Findings: It is concluded that selected factors significantly affect quality standards in teaching in the higher education institutions. Results confirm highly significant relationship of initiatives taken with quality assurance system of the Higher education institutes. Research findings concluded that proper implementation of these initiatives in Higher Education Institutions may result in innovative and effective learning environment resulting in overall upgrade in ranking of the universities.  Practical Implications: The outcome of this research provides framework for enhancing quality standards in teaching in higher education institutes of Pakistan.