Dr Tahira Bibi, Assistant Professor, Department of Distance, Non-formal and Continuing Education, AIOU Islamabad
Dr. Tahira Bibi is an esteemed Assistant Professor in the Distance, Non-formal, and Continuing Education Department at Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad. With a rich academic background, including a PhD and M.Phil. in Educational Planning & Management, and extensive experience in educational research and media coordination, Dr. Bibi has made significant contributions to the field of education. Her research expertise spans quantitative and qualitative data analysis using tools such as IBM SPSS, AMOS, and QSR Nvivo. Dr. Bibi is involved in several ongoing projects, including studies on workplace happiness and digitization of certificate courses for community teachers. Her previous research includes developing a Functional Mathematical Literacy Curriculum and exploring legal issues in public sector universities. Dr. Bibi has presented her research at numerous international conferences, including those held in Russia, Turkey, and Malaysia. Her papers cover diverse topics, such as the impact of emotional labor on school leaders and the shift towards digital learning in early childhood education. She has also actively participated in panel discussions and served as an organizing member for various conferences and seminars. In addition to her academic achievements, Dr. Bibi has been recognized with the Best Teacher Award from UNESCO. She has coordinated media programs, written scripts for radio, and contributed to TV recordings. Her community services include volunteer teaching, organizing alumni events, and contributing to special education initiatives. Dr. Bibi’s commitment extends beyond academia into additional responsibilities as a member of various review committees, including those for prestigious journals and international conferences. Her ongoing engagement in professional development is highlighted by her completion of multiple MOOCs and specialized training in educational technology and research methodologies. Dr. Tahira Bibi’s multifaceted contributions reflect her dedication to advancing education through research, community service, and media engagement.
Title: Cultivating Resilience: Emotional Labor and Psychological Well-being in Higher Education
Psychological well-being (PWB) enhances the work efficiency and productivity and emotional labor (EL) effect the well-being. This study aims to explore the EL and PWB among university teachers, with a focus on understanding how resilience can be cultivated to mitigate the negative effects of EL. Participant of the study were 300 university teachers. Data was collected using a mixed-methods approach. Emotional Labor Scale and the Psychological Well-being Scale were administered, and interviews were conducted to gather data. The findings revealed that university teachers frequently engage in emotional labor, with varying intensities of interactions with students, colleagues, and institutional demands. The study recommends several strategies including: promoting work-life balance through flexible scheduling, workload management and access to counselling and mental health resource.