Analyzing Learning Environment: A Comparative Study of Public and Private Sector Schools of Pakistan

The purpose of this study is to investigate learning orientation between public sector schools and private schools of Pakistan. This study is analyzed by a tool developed by Dimensions of Learning Organization Questionnaire (DLOQ). Data is being collected through questionnaires. All seven dimensions (continues learning, dialogue inquiry, team learning, embedded system, empowerment, system connection and leadership) are being analyzed, which includes forty-three variables, individually and then collectively too. Total means are used in order to compare both sectors of education. On the basis of total mean scores, both sectors are being analyzed which shows that there is a significant difference between public and private sector schools as far as learning orientation is concerned. Empowerment variable is a variable that needs improvement in public sector schools to improve the learning orientation in this sector.