Keeping in view the significance of learning environment of the
academic institutions, this study was designed to explore the
perceptions of students regarding the learning environment in
the departments of teacher education of general universities in
Punjab, Pakistan. The population of the study was comprised of
students enrolled in 8th Semester of bachelor programs. Cluster
sampling technique was applied to select the sample N=218. A
standardized tool Dundee Ready Education Environment
Measure (DREEM) was administered to explore the perceptions
of students. The questionnaire comprised of 50 items. It was
found that students have clear insight in view of academic selfperception and effective learning environment in teacher
education institutes. The study recommends future research
with mixed method designs and involving different academic
disciplines and stakeholders addressing the learning
environment that will contribute in creating awareness about
learning environment in academic institutes.
