Papers by Muhammad Khalid
The objective of the study was to find out how graduation level students perceived the importance... more The objective of the study was to find out how graduation level students perceived the importance of motivation in language acquisition. The study's main goals were to examine the perspectives of graduation level students in the public and private sectors, as well as those of urban and rural areas, regarding the importance of motivation in language acquisition. With respect to the study's goals, the investigators came up with two hypotheses. The information was gathered using a 31-item, 5point Likert-type scale questionnaire that was self-developed and validated. Using the cluster sampling technique, 200 graduation level students received questionnaires. There were 193 complete and functional surveys returned, with a 90% response rate. Using SPSS Version 23, an independent sample t-test was used to determine group differences regarding the importance of motivation in learning English at the graduation level in southern Punjab. The findings of an independent sampling t-test showed that there is no discernible difference in how graduation students from urban and rural areas, as well as those from the public and private sectors, view the importance of motivation in learning the English language. The study's conclusions suggested that various conferences and seminars be held at universities to pique students' interest in the English language. At the conclusion, there are directions for upcoming researchers.
From its post-colonial history, English enjoys the status of an associated official language in P... more From its post-colonial history, English enjoys the status of an associated official language in Pakistan today. Since English is used in academic and non-academic settings, it is a natural question whether Pakistanis use English differently from standard British English, and what peculiarities they observe. To answer this question, this study analyzes 400 student essays in the Pakistani component of the International Corpus Network of Asian Learners of English. The analysis focuses on non-standard spelling, use of native words, countability, use of articles, numbers, noun combinations, collocations, and confusing nouns. The findings suggest that Pakistani English exhibits distinct features from standard British English in terms of spelling, word choice, and grammar. The study contributes to understanding the use of English in Pakistan and its status as a distinct variety.
Harf-O-Sukhan, 2024
This research endeavors to explore Pakistani foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari's efforts to... more This research endeavors to explore Pakistani foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari's efforts to propagate his narratives. The overarching goal is to dissect the most consequential expressive mode of communication political discourses produced by Bilawal Bhutto during his interviews with France 24 on September 22, 2022. Multimodal Discourse Analysis (MMDA) was applied to investigate the self-presentation modes and linguistic features used by the leader. Findings show that during his interview with France 24, Bilawal Bhutto took care to maintain his composure, as evidenced by his posture and facial expressions. The application of multimodal theory to Bilawal Bhutto Zardari's interviews reveals a sophisticated integration of verbal and non-verbal communication that enhances the impact of his messages on topics like national disasters and international relations. His verbal discourse, marked by emotional language and symbolic references, effectively conveys urgency and engages the audience's empathy. Non-verbally, Bhutto's intense facial expressions and purposeful gestures complement his spoken words, building trust and persuasiveness crucial for a political leader addressing complex issues.
The study aimed to critically analyze the Eastern female ideologies construed in the novel 'The P... more The study aimed to critically analyze the Eastern female ideologies construed in the novel 'The Pakistani Bride' by Bapsi Sidhwa. The study used mixed-method approach for the analysis of the text. By using the technique of purposive sampling, the sample of 45 clauses was taken from 'The Pakistani Bride'. Drawing on Systemic Functional Linguistic especially on the transitivity analysis, the critical discourse analysis of the sample text was carried out. The results of the analysis revealed that gender disparities exist in the novel, but the nature of the disparities was different. The transitivity analysis of the text of 'The Pakistani Bride' revealed that power disparities existed between male and female characters. The female character was on oppressed, subordinate and subdued side. The male character, on the other hand, was dominant and authoritative. The Women were treated inhumanly, brutally, and were being considered children of the lesser god in 'The Pakistani Bride'.
Jahan E Tehqeeq, 2023
The purpose of the study was to investigate Pakistani ESL instructors' opinions on how text messa... more The purpose of the study was to investigate Pakistani ESL instructors' opinions on how text messaging affects their students' writing abilities. The project's major goals were to investigate the impact of text messaging on ESL students' writing abilities from the perspective of the teachers and to ascertain the level of academic English spelling. In all, thirty ESL teachers took part in the research. Participants' answers were gathered using a five-point Likert scale, and descriptive statistics were utilised to analyse the quantitative data. It has been discovered that learners who use text messaging and those who don't have remarkably different English spellings in their writing abilities.
Harf o sukhun, 2023
The research was aimed at analyzing the use of language functions in the speech of Mr. Zia Mohyed... more The research was aimed at analyzing the use of language functions in the speech of Mr. Zia Mohyeddin, a veteran Pakistani orator, during his address at the convocation of Habib University, Karachi in 2022. The objectives of the research were to identify various linguistic functions that are reflected in the speech and to look into how different language functions were realized in his speech which reflect the ways in which language works. A descriptive research design was used to conduct qualitative analysis of the data. The data was obtained in the form of Mr. Zia Mohyeddin's speech. The speech was transcribed after it was downloaded from the internet in order to ensure that it is fully comprehendible, particularly with regard to the many kinds of linguistic functions that are included in this speech. The qualitative analysis of the transcribed speech revealed that referential, meta-lingual, emotive, and poetic language functions have been used by the speaker and the referential function is the most prevalent kind of language function in this speech. It was concluded that the speaker wanted to influence his audience through his words. The awareness of language functions in speech, as our primary means of communication, is unquestionably significant, whether for the speaker acting as the addresser or the audience acting as the addressee.
PalArch's Journal of Archeology, 2021
The study aimed to critically analyze the Eastern and Western female ideologies construed in the ... more The study aimed to critically analyze the Eastern and Western female ideologies construed in the
play ‘A Doll’s House’ by Henrik Ibsen. The study used mixed-method approach for the analysis
of the text. By using the technique of purposive sampling, the sample of 48 clauses was taken
from ‘A Doll’s House’. Drawing on Systemic Functional Linguistic especially on the transitivity
analysis, the critical discourse analysis of the sample text was carried out. The results of the
analysis revealed that gender disparities exist in the writing, but the nature of the disparities was
different.The transitivity analysis of the text of ‘A Doll’s House’ revealed that power disparities
existed between male and female characters. The female character was on oppressed, sub ordinate and subdued side. The male character, on the other hand, was dominant and
authoritative.
Harf o Sukhan, 2023
The goal of the research, "Lexical Analysis of English Borrowings in Balochi Language,"
was to ... more The goal of the research, "Lexical Analysis of English Borrowings in Balochi Language,"
was to close the theoretical divide between English borrowing and linguistic contact in
Pakistan's regional languages. The purposes and varieties of English borrowings in the
Balochi language. The nature of the investigation was qualitative. In order to examine
English borrowings in the text, sixteen short stories by a well-known Balochi author Saba
Dashtyari were purposefully chosen as a sample. Students at the BS level are taught the short
tales chosen for analysis as part of the Balochi course curriculum. Thematic analysis was
used to examine the texts. After the chosen publications were analyzed, over 65 instances of
borrowed English terminology were found. It was discovered that the bulk of the imported
terms (20%) had Balochi counterparts. Merely 80% of the terms were found to have no
counterpart in the Balochi language. The study's conclusions also made clear that borrowed
terms were accepted in a variety of real-world contexts, such as politics, sports, education,
science and technology, and medical. This suggests that English has had a significant effect
on Balochi language and literature. The study's conclusions have consequences for educators
and legislators who create the Balochi courses that are taught at the college and university
levels. The research came to the conclusion that by describing how borrowing might impact
local languages, authors, students, and speakers of those languages can all learn about various
facets of borrowing.
Keywords: English language, borrowing, lexical analysis, and Balochi language
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Papers by Muhammad Khalid
play ‘A Doll’s House’ by Henrik Ibsen. The study used mixed-method approach for the analysis
of the text. By using the technique of purposive sampling, the sample of 48 clauses was taken
from ‘A Doll’s House’. Drawing on Systemic Functional Linguistic especially on the transitivity
analysis, the critical discourse analysis of the sample text was carried out. The results of the
analysis revealed that gender disparities exist in the writing, but the nature of the disparities was
different.The transitivity analysis of the text of ‘A Doll’s House’ revealed that power disparities
existed between male and female characters. The female character was on oppressed, sub ordinate and subdued side. The male character, on the other hand, was dominant and
authoritative.
was to close the theoretical divide between English borrowing and linguistic contact in
Pakistan's regional languages. The purposes and varieties of English borrowings in the
Balochi language. The nature of the investigation was qualitative. In order to examine
English borrowings in the text, sixteen short stories by a well-known Balochi author Saba
Dashtyari were purposefully chosen as a sample. Students at the BS level are taught the short
tales chosen for analysis as part of the Balochi course curriculum. Thematic analysis was
used to examine the texts. After the chosen publications were analyzed, over 65 instances of
borrowed English terminology were found. It was discovered that the bulk of the imported
terms (20%) had Balochi counterparts. Merely 80% of the terms were found to have no
counterpart in the Balochi language. The study's conclusions also made clear that borrowed
terms were accepted in a variety of real-world contexts, such as politics, sports, education,
science and technology, and medical. This suggests that English has had a significant effect
on Balochi language and literature. The study's conclusions have consequences for educators
and legislators who create the Balochi courses that are taught at the college and university
levels. The research came to the conclusion that by describing how borrowing might impact
local languages, authors, students, and speakers of those languages can all learn about various
facets of borrowing.
Keywords: English language, borrowing, lexical analysis, and Balochi language
play ‘A Doll’s House’ by Henrik Ibsen. The study used mixed-method approach for the analysis
of the text. By using the technique of purposive sampling, the sample of 48 clauses was taken
from ‘A Doll’s House’. Drawing on Systemic Functional Linguistic especially on the transitivity
analysis, the critical discourse analysis of the sample text was carried out. The results of the
analysis revealed that gender disparities exist in the writing, but the nature of the disparities was
different.The transitivity analysis of the text of ‘A Doll’s House’ revealed that power disparities
existed between male and female characters. The female character was on oppressed, sub ordinate and subdued side. The male character, on the other hand, was dominant and
authoritative.
was to close the theoretical divide between English borrowing and linguistic contact in
Pakistan's regional languages. The purposes and varieties of English borrowings in the
Balochi language. The nature of the investigation was qualitative. In order to examine
English borrowings in the text, sixteen short stories by a well-known Balochi author Saba
Dashtyari were purposefully chosen as a sample. Students at the BS level are taught the short
tales chosen for analysis as part of the Balochi course curriculum. Thematic analysis was
used to examine the texts. After the chosen publications were analyzed, over 65 instances of
borrowed English terminology were found. It was discovered that the bulk of the imported
terms (20%) had Balochi counterparts. Merely 80% of the terms were found to have no
counterpart in the Balochi language. The study's conclusions also made clear that borrowed
terms were accepted in a variety of real-world contexts, such as politics, sports, education,
science and technology, and medical. This suggests that English has had a significant effect
on Balochi language and literature. The study's conclusions have consequences for educators
and legislators who create the Balochi courses that are taught at the college and university
levels. The research came to the conclusion that by describing how borrowing might impact
local languages, authors, students, and speakers of those languages can all learn about various
facets of borrowing.
Keywords: English language, borrowing, lexical analysis, and Balochi language