Exploring the Role of Hidden Curriculum on Character Building of Secondary School Students

The major focus of this study is to explore the role that the hidden curriculum plays in developing the character of the secondary school (SSC) students. The objectives of the study were: to explore the effect of the hidden curriculum on building the character of SSC level students; and to probe into the parameters of character building at the SSC level students. The research employs a quantitative research methodology. The study population was encompassed all secondary male schools in District Mardan. Data was collected by using Simple random sampling technique from 205 subjects. The sample includes 05 Secondary School Teachers (SSTs) and 01head selected each from44 secondary schools. Questionnaires were used to collect data from SSTs and heads of the public SSC level schools in District Mardan and were analysed using SPSS version 21. The results and findings of the research study demonstrated the important role which hidden curriculum plays in building the character of SSC level students. The research study recommended that hidden curriculum is required to be rationalized for effective building of character. The study also suggested to provide professional training to SSTs regarding the structured and planned implementation of the hidden curriculum on SSC Level for attainment of desired goals.