Abstract
The researchers, in this study, attempted to find out whether a significant
statistical difference exists in the level of self-directed learning readiness (SDLR) of
students in traditional and virtual (on line) classroom environment. A quantitative
approach was used to achieve the objectives of the study. The population for this piece
of research consisted of master of technology education students of sessions 2017- 2019 and 2018-2020, enrolled in the Institute of Education and Research, University
of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan. Total population was used as sample due a limited
and manageable population through census survey. A modified version of self-directed
learning instrument (SDLI) developed by Cheng, Kuo, Lin, and Lee-Hsieh (2009) was
used to measure the self-directed learning readiness level of the respondents. Data
was analyzed through SPSS 23. It was determined that a significant statistical
difference exists in the levels of SDLR of students being educated in traditional and
virtual classroom environment.
