An Analysis of Laboratory Skills Among University Science Students

Authors

  • Saba Riaz The Government Sadiq College Women University, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
  • Saima Kousar The Government Sadiq College Women University, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
  • Rizwana Saddique The Government Sadiq College Women University, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
  • Muzammil Rafiq The Government Sadiq College Women University, Bahawalpur, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52131/jer.2023.v4i1.2199

Keywords:

Laboratory Skills, Science Subjects, University Students

Abstract

Laboratory skills form an essential component of science education, fostering practical understanding and critical thinking among university students. This research undertakes a comprehensive analysis of laboratory skills among university students in Bahawalpur, aiming to assess their proficiency and attitudes towards practical science education. The research is conducted to find out the significance of laboratory skills among university students. The study gathers by quantitative data to provide a holistic understanding of the subject. The population for this study comprises university students enrolled in science-related disciplines in selected university students in Bahawalpur. The study's participants were departments of science including physics, chemistry, biology, zoology, and computer science. This study involved a random sampling. Sampling was comprised of appropriate University of District Bahawalpur. This study involved a sample randomly selected 300 science students from Govt. Sadiq College Women University and Islamia University Bahawalpur.   The research finding evaluate the laboratory skills of these students, providing insights into their perceptions, attitudes, and experiences. Additionally, it shed light on students' mastery of analytical skills, safety measures, and their capacity to communicate scientific findings effectively.

Author Biographies

Saba Riaz, The Government Sadiq College Women University, Bahawalpur, Pakistan

BS Education (Post ADP), Department of Education

Saima Kousar, The Government Sadiq College Women University, Bahawalpur, Pakistan

BS Education (Post ADP), Department of Education

Rizwana Saddique, The Government Sadiq College Women University, Bahawalpur, Pakistan

BS Education (Post ADP), Department of Education

Muzammil Rafiq, The Government Sadiq College Women University, Bahawalpur, Pakistan

BS Education (Post ADP), Department of Education

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Published

2023-12-31

How to Cite

Riaz, S., Kousar, S., Saddique, R., & Rafiq, M. (2023). An Analysis of Laboratory Skills Among University Science Students . IRASD Journal of Educational Research, 4(1), 10–17. https://doi.org/10.52131/jer.2023.v4i1.2199