IMPORTANCE AND NEED OF LEISURE TIME GUIDANCE FOR SKILL DEVELOPMENT AMONG STUDENTS AT COLLEGE LEVEL IN KARACHI, PAKISTAN

Abstract

This research study emphasized on the importance of leisure time guidance as one of the vital element of development of student vis-à-vis the complexity of our life regarding it as a tool for professional skills in the current advancement. Leisure time guidance provides many potential benefits to concern students as it helps them to create valuable approaches towards employment opportunities as well as career prospects. The study aim to obtain in depth understanding to what extent guidance is supported by stakeholders and how it provide better knowledge and skills to the respective students to face prevailing challenges of globalized world. The methodology of study was based on survey method and population was students and teachers from government colleges at Karachi. Among them 120 students and 30 teachers were selected randomly from 12 colleges. The questionnaire was used as research instrument which was consisted of 30 items and data was interpreted by using SSPS. The results indicate that students gain valuable experience to hone in on further choices with practical approach. In the light of results, recommendations were presented regarding the need of leisure time guidance for the awareness to an individual concerning personal development and skills for positive contribution within society.