Exploration of Distance Learners' Nature of Locus of Control: Qualitative Analysis

Autor:	Naila Naseer, Zahida Habib, Shamsa Kanwal
Rok vydání:	2020
Předmět:	Qualitative analysis Locus of control Mathematics education Psychology
Zdroj:	Global Educational Studies Review. :20-31
ISSN:	2708-3608 2708-2113
DOI:	10.31703/gesr.2020(v-iv).03
Popis:	Distance education is a dynamic field and students belonging to this mode of education encompass several psychological characteristics, i.e., self-concept, locus of control etc. this study was conducted to analyze the nature of locus of control of distance learners. This study had a population of distance learners from distance learning universities in Pakistan. Sample of 76 students was taken out by a random sampling technique. The selfdeveloped interview guide was developed, and semi-structured interviews were conducted through audio recording. Thematic analysis was done for data analysis. Major themes and codes revealed that distance learners exhibit an internal locus of control. It was recommended that LOC might be considered by teachers, administrators, and educational planners as an alternative variable that can influence the academic achievement of the students.
Databáze:	OpenAIRE
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