A Study of the Moral Attitude of University Students
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: University students’ moral attitudes are pivotal in shaping their ethical behavior, academic integrity, and future professional and social contributions. This study aimed to explore the moral attitudes of university students, focusing on four key dimensions: truthfulness, honesty, tolerance, and sacrifice. All 1500 graduate and undergraduate students in Lahore Leads University's faculty of humanities and social sciences made up the study's population. A multistage random sampling technique, focusing on the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Lahore Leads University. Using stratified random sampling, 30% of students were selected from each gender group, resulting in a final sample of 417 participants (198 males and 219 females). Data were collected using a quantitative survey design. The reliability of the study was computed through pilot testing, achieving Cronbach's alpha scores of 0.73 and 0.88 for the respective scales. The data were analyzed using SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences) and descriptive statistics to assess differences in moral attitudes of students. The findings indicate that students demonstrate strong moral attitudes, with truthfulness and honesty receiving the highest ratings. Gender-based differences were also observed, with male students scoring slightly higher than females on moral attitude measures. Based on the study's findings, the study suggests actionable insights for educators and policymakers to design effective interventions that prepare students to navigate ethical dilemmas in a rapidly evolving world.
Authors: Ayesha Jamil, Dr. Sumaira Munawar, Dr. Khadija Sittar
Institution: Lahore Leads University
Language: English
Topic: Values and Moral Education
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6893294939
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