Assessing the Emotional Intelligence Level at Higher Secondary School Students in District Rahim Yar Khan
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https://doi.org/10.47205/jdss.2024(5-IV)15Keywords:
Academic Performance, Emotional Intelligence, Higher Secondary LevelAbstract
This research study was about assessing the emotional intelligence among the higher secondary students. Research was focusing to investigate gender differences in emotional intelligence and to examine the disparities regarding emotional intelligence from students of rural and urban areas. Access to quality education is essential for students along with emphasizing emotional intelligence to cope with challenging tasks in daily life. The data collection tool (questionnaire) included statements focusing twelve emotional intelligence components. The sample of study consisted of 200 secondary school students (142 boys, 58 girls) from 11th and 12th grades. Mean, percentage and standard deviation were calculated which indicated high levels of emotional intelligence among students, except for innovativeness factor. No significant gender differences regarding emotional intelligence found. However, urban students showed higher EI levels than rural students. Teachers training related to emotional intelligence is recommended to model and teach EI skills effectively required in today’s competitive world.
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