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Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024)
The International "Journal of Academic Research for Humanities"

Research Articles

Issues of Quality in Teaching Research Method Courses at Tertiary Level

Published 23-06-2024

  • Khawaja Zubair Ahmed
    • ,
  • Dr Batool Atta
    • ,
  • Dr. Adeel Ahmed Khan

Khawaja Zubair Ahmed
M Phil Scholar, University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir Muzaffarabad, AJK.

Dr Batool Atta
Assistant Professor, University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir Muzaffarabad Azad Kashmir

Dr. Adeel Ahmed Khan
University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir Muzaffarabad

Abstract

 This study explored the challenges affecting the quality of teaching research methods courses at the tertiary level at the University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (UAJK). A descriptive survey design was employed, sampling 251 tertiary-level students. The findings revealed several key challenges: Most students were unaware of the course objectives for research methods courses, indicating a lack of alignment between instructors and learners. Key findings indicate that most students were unaware of course objectives, lacked engagement with supplementary reading materials, and experienced limited variety in teaching methods. Additionally, inadequate library resources, untimely feedback from instructors, and an overemphasis on quantitative research methods were identified as significant challenges. The study highlights the need for improved communication of course objectives, diversification of teaching methods, enhancement of library resources, timely feedback provision, and exposure to varied research methodologies. This research contributes to understanding quality issues in research methods education at the tertiary level and offers recommendations for improving the teaching and learning experience in these courses. The findings have implications for curriculum design, pedagogical practices, and resource allocation in higher education institutions, particularly in developing research skills among postgraduate students.

Keywords

Research, , Teaching, , Tertiary, , Challenges, , UAJK.

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