Attitude of Parents towards the Secondary Education of Girls: A study of Girls Secondary Schools of District Matiari, Sindh, Pakistan

Abstract

Introduction: The purpose of this study was to examine the attitude of parents toward the secondary education of girls. It also looked into the differences between educated and uneducated parents, employed and unemployed parents, and transportation and non-transportation facilities.

Methodology: A descriptive research design was used to collect data from
parents and the approach was purely quantitative. To conduct the study, parents of girls were selected located in district Matiari. The sample size was 80 randomly and a simple random sampling technique was used to collect the data from the parents.

Results: Findings revealed that parent’s attitude was positive towards girls’
education. The statically data confirmed that there is no statistically significant differences (t=.121, p=.907) between the employed and unemployed parents. The findings also narrated that there is statistically significant differences (t3.107, p=002) between educated and uneducated parents. Furthermore, the findings revealed that there is no statistically significant differences (t=1.131, p=2.45) between transportation and no transportation.

Recommendations: The survey indicates broad support for girls' education and the need for equal opportunities. Implementing awareness initiatives and reforms is crucial to fostering an inclusive society and advancing the transformative power of education for all.