Educational and Psychological Sciences Series

Smart School Leadership

Ramzi Fawzi Abu Ghazalah — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The sudden shift to e-learning by more than 90% in emergency circumstances made the traditional education administration go through an educational crisis that requires re-planning and coordination with new partners in implementing the educational process in the required manner, and striving for the presence of the smart school of the future.

Many teachers find it difficult to transfer knowledge, skills, and values to students via electronic means, especially through distance education, because students will miss many important educational issues and values within the school environment. The research aims to know the smart school with its requirements, components, leadership, and the possibility of applying it in the public sector to keep pace with any future developments and emergencies, and using the descriptive, analytical, inductive approach to identify this school. The research concluded with some results and recommendations that contribute to the implementation of smart schools in our public schools in Jordan.

The Role of School principals in Zarqa First Education Directorate in Promoting Modern Educational Concepts from Teachers' Point of View

Laila Ali M. Abu Al Haija, Taiseer M. Al-Khawaldeh — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to identify the role of school principals in Zarqa First Education Directorate in promoting modern educational concepts from the teachers' point of view. The researchers followed the descriptive survey method, and the study sample consisted of (433) male and female public school teachers in Zarqa First Education Directorate, representing 10% from the entire study population, and it was selected by a simple random method. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researchers developed a questionnaire consisting of (44) items distributed over six areas. The results showed that the role of school principals in promoting modern educational concepts was high, and the order of the areas was as follows ( Creative learning, environmental education, technological education, self-learning, active learning, and distance learning). The results of the study also showed that there were statistically significant differences in the role of school principals in promoting modern educational concepts due to the gender variable in all fields except in two fields (creative learning and active learning) came in favor of males, and there were no statistically significant differences in the role of school principals in promoting modern educational concepts due to the variable of academic qualification and years of experience. In light of the findings of the study, the researchers presented a set of recommendations, including directing the attention of principals and teachers to modern educational concepts and constantly following up on new developments in these concepts.

The Degree of Employing Artificial Intelligence Applications in the Management of Inclusive Education from the Point of View for Teachers of the First Three Grades in Mafraq

Hanadi F. Alkazalah — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to identify the degree of employment of artificial intelligence applications in the management of inclusive education from the point of view of teachers of the first three grades in Mafraq. The study sample consisted of (109) female teachers who teach the first three grades in government schools in Mafraq Governorate in the academic year 2023/2024 AD. The researcher used the descriptive survey method, relying on the questionnaire prepared by the researcher to achieve the goal of the study. The results showed that there is a moderate degree of employing artificial intelligence applications in the management of inclusive education in the schools of Mafraq Governorate, and that there are no differences in the degree of employing artificial intelligence applications in the management of inclusive education from the point of view of teachers of the first three grades in Mafraq due to the educational qualification variable. In light of this, the study presented a set of recommendations, the most prominent of which is the inclusion of artificial intelligence applications in the training programs to prepare teachers of the first three grades to raise their efficiency and increase the degree of their possession of basic skills in managing inclusive education through artificial intelligence applications.

A Meta Analysis of Research on Using Robot Chat Strategies in English Language Teaching and Learning

Ahmad Albtoosh, Ali AbuSeileek — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aims to investigate the general trends, describe and focus on the studies on robot chat studies in English language teaching and learning, and investigates the publication type, design of studies, skills and areas, the participants of the study, the effectiveness of robot chat, the design of studies, the gender of participants, year of publication, the length of the text and the type of robot chat. The study used a meta analysis research design in data collection and analysis. The sample of the study consisted of 50 articles in scientific journals, conference proceedings, and graduate theses and dissertations published between 2000 and 2023. The instrument of the study was a meta analysis checklist. The descriptive statistics including frequencies and percentages were used to find if there were differences between the different features. The findings of the study showed that the journal article had the highest frequency in research on the use of robot chat. Conference proceedings received the second highest frequency, while the thesis had the lowest frequency. The control/ experimental pre/post-test design had the highest frequency in research for the design of the studies related toresearch on the use of robot chat strategies. Experimental and descriptive designs had the highest frequency, and vocabulary had the highest recurrence in research studies using robot chat strategies in teaching and learning. ESL learners scored the highest frequency compared with the research on the use of robot chat strategies in teaching and learning English. The undergraduate level had the highest repetition rate, while school had the lowest. The number of participants “15 and over” had the highest frequency, while 1-14 had the lowest. The robot chat was more effective than other methods of research in teaching and learning English. Females had the highest frequency in research on the use of robot chat strategies in teaching and learning English, while males had the lowest frequency. The period 2021-2023 had the highest frequency by females on searching the use of robot chat strategies in teaching and learning English, while the period 2000-2005 had the lowest frequency. Texts ranging between 11-20 pages (5.001–10.000 words) had the highest frequency

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in research on the use of robot chat strategies in teaching and learning English, while the texts that are over 30 pages (more than 15000 words) had the lowest frequency. Google Dialogflow, on the other hand, had the highest frequency, and finally, the voice chat had the highest frequency.

Attitudes of Yarmouk University's Students Toward Physical Fitness Course to Public in Exercising Physical Activities

Shefa al S. Jarrah — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed at investigating the attitudes of yarmouk university students toward physical fitness for participate in sport activity, as well as studying the effect of the following variables on their attitudes (gender, academic level , academic specialization and residency).

The descriptive method was utilized to collect the research data from the research sample (150 male and female students) selected purposively, when they responded to a questionnaire with 45 items distributed on three sectors (health, psychology, and social). The results indicated that the health sector was the first in attitudes, while the social sector was the last in the post test. The results showed that there were statistically significnt differences at the level of significance level (α=0.05) between the pre-test and the post-test in all the sectors in favor of the post-test. The resukts as well revealed that there were statistically significant differneces at the significance level (α=0.05) due to the variables of the study (gender, academic level, academic specialization and residency).

The Degree of Applying School Principals in The Northwestern Badia of Digital Leadership and Ways to Activate it

Nisreen A. Alsubayhat — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to reveal the degree of apply school principals in the Northwest Badia of digital leadership from the teachers' point of view of , and to suggest ways to activate it. To achieve the objectives of the study, the descriptive approach was used, and to collect data, a questionnaire were developed and distributed on a sample of (342) male and female teachers chosen by using random sample method. The results of the study showed that the degree of apply school principals in the Northwest Badia of digital leadership was medium. They also showed that there were statistically significant differences between the average responses of the estimates of the individuals of the study sample in the the degree of applying school principals in the Northwest Badia of digital leadership due to the academic qualification and in favor of the educational qualification. While the results did not show statistically significant differences due to the variables of gender and years of experience. The study recommended that school principals should be made aware of the importance of digital leadership in facilitating administrative work, and its role in achieving many goals efficiently and effectively.

The training needs of trainees in vocational training centers to join government service institutions to develop the national digital economy: a prospective study from the point of view of officials

Raed M. Qutaifan, Mohammad S. Al zboon — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to identify the training needs of trainees in vocational training centers to join government service institutions for the development of the national digital economy: a prospective study from the point of view of officials. The current study relied on a qualitative approach, and to achieve the objectives of the study, the researchers developed an interview form, and it was distributed to a sample of (15) He was an official in the government service institutions in Amman in the first quarter of the year (2024), which are (the Jordanian Ministry of Labor, the Amman Chamber of Commerce, and the Amman Chamber of Industry), after ensuring their honesty and stability. The results of the study showed that one of the most important training needs for trainees to join government service institutions to develop the national digital economy, from the point of view of officials, was following up on technological developments, as employees must be aware of the latest technological developments related to the digital economy, such as artificial intelligence, big data analysis, and cloud computing, and then identify training needs that help implement these technologies effectively. The results of the study showed the importance of developing planning and management skills, as employees must be trained on how to plan and manage digital economy projects. Including strategic planning, risk management and project quality assurance. In addition to the above, enhancing communication and cooperation skills, it is important to develop communication and cooperation skills among employees, as they must work together in a digital environment, and this can be achieved by organizing training courses that enhance these skills. The results showed the need to improve cybersecurity awareness, as employees must be trained in cybersecurity basics and practices, as sensitive data and information are considered an important part of digital government services. The need to strengthen leadership capabilities, as leadership skills should be developed among employees who undertake digital economy projects, including planning, decision-making and problem-solving capabilities. In light of this, the researchers recommended several recommendations, the most important of which are the need to reconsider and analyze the current gaps, evaluate the current capabilities and skills of employees in the areas of the digital economy and information technology, and provide training courses for employees in government service institutions, especially in the areas of strategic planning and employing technological developments to enable them to Contributing to raising the national digital economy.

The Degree of Availability of Personal Traits and their Relationship to Decision- Making Patterns among School Principals at Mafraq District Directorate of Education

Faten I. Al Mashakbeh, Taiseer M. Al-Khawaldeh, Eiad Hamadeneh — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to identify the degree of availability of personal traints and their relationship to decision-making patterns among scool principals at Mafraq Distict Directorate of Education. The study followed the correlative survey curriculum, and the sample of the study consisted of 300 male and female teachers at the government schools affiliated to the Directorate of Education in Mafraq District, of the school year 2022/2023. In order to achieve the objectives of the study, a questionnaire was prepared and it included two parts. The first part was to measure the degree of availability of personal traits of school principals at Mafraq District, while the second part was to measure the principlas' decision-making patterns. The results showed that the degree of personal traits of school principals at Mafraq District from the teachers' point of view was modearte. The results as well showed that the level of decision-making patterns of the principlas at Mafraq District was moderate for the whole patterns. finally, the results of the study revealed an intrinsic correlation between personal traits, both leadership and social, with the types of decision-making patterns of school principals at Mafraq District.

In light of the findings of the study, the researcher made a number of recommendations, most notably: to build on the results of the study in the selection and preparation of school principals, and to develop training programs for school principals focusing on personal traits and low-level decision-making patterns.

Emotional Quality of Life and its Relationship to the Level of Ambition among a Sample of Students of the Faculty of Educational Sciences at the University of Jordan

Omar I. Al-Awrani, Nizar R. Al-Labadi, Adnan M. Al-Tubasi — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to find out the level of ambition, quality of emotional life, and their relationship, as well as to study the differences between ambition level and quality of emotional life level according to gender, academic year, and cumulative average. To achieve the study's objectives, the ambition scale developed by Barakat (2008) and the quality of emotional life scale developed by Al-Omari (2020) wereused on a sample of 370 male and female students from the school of Educational Sciences at the University of Jordan, they were chosen by the cluster random method.

The findings revealed that both the level of ambition and positive emotional life were high, while the level of negative emotional life was moderate, and that the level of ambition and positive emotional life was higher among students with high academic averages than among students with low academic averages.The study also showed a positive relationship between ambition and positive emotional life and a negative relationship between ambition and negative emotional life.

Psychosomatic Illnesses among a Selected Sample of Adolescents with Motor, Hearing, and Visual Disabilities in Jordan in Light of Some Variables

Ibrahim Bani Khaled — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The current study aimed to determine the level of psychosomatic illnesses among adolescents with disabilities (motor, auditory, and visual), and to examine the differences in the level of psychosomatic illnesses among the selected sample in light of the variables of gender and type of disability. The study sample consisted of (73) male and female adolescents with motor, hearing, and visual disabilities, for ages (12-18) years. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher developed a scale for psychosomatic illnesses where validity and reliability indicators suitable for the purposes of application to the Jordanian environment were reached. The results of the study showed that the level of psychological illnesses was low, and that there were statistically significant differences in the level of psychosomatic illnesses due to the gender variable in favor of males, and the presence of statistically significant differences in the level of psychosomatic illnesses due to the variable type of disability (motor, auditory, visual). The study recommended conducting and developing counseling courses and programs targeting groups of adolescents with disabilities in schools and centers to reduce psychosomatic disorders among adolescents in general and adolescents with disabilities in particular.

The Reality of Applying Electronic Administration in Schools in the Koura District from the Point of View of Male and Female Teachers of the First Three Grades

Sumia K. Rababah — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to: reveal the reality of applying electronic administration in schools in the Koura district from the point of view of male and female teachers of the first three grades. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher relied on the correlative descriptive analytical method and used the questionnaire as a tool for the study to collect the opinions of the members of the study sample. It consisted of three areas including (18) items. The study sample consisted of (185) male and female teachers who were selected from the entire community. The results indicated that:

* The reality of applying electronic administration in Koura District schools from the point of view of male and female teachers in the first three grades was moderate.

* There were no statistically significant differences in the reality of applying electronic management in Koura District schools from the point of view of male and female teachers in the first three grades due to the variables (gender, academic qualification, and years of experience)

In light of these results, the researcher recommended:

First: Spreading the culture of electronic interaction among male and female teachers of the first three grades in government schools in the Koura District.

Second: Improving school leaders’ desire and motivation to implement electronic management through the presence of electronic information protection systems in public schools.

The Effect of Non Classroom Activities on Improving the Speaking Skills of the Non-native Speakers of Arabic as a Second Language at Al al-Bayt University

Maha K. Abu Alteen, Hmoud M. Olimat — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed at identifying the effect of non classroom activities on improving the Arabic speaking skills of son-native speakers at Al al-Bayt University. The population of the study consisted of all students from non-Arabic speaking countries who are at their advanced level, and they are (57) students. They were randomly distributed, where section (A) represented the experiemnatl group, gro section (B) represented the control Group. In order to achieve the objectives of the study, the researchers developed a test on speaking skills which consisted of (16) items distributed on (6) domains, where the validity and reliability were verified. The researchers prepared a verifed training program based on non classromm activities. The results showed statistically significant differences at the level of (α=0.05) between the average performance of the two groups: Experimental and control on the speaking test and in favor of the experimental group which studied in accordance with non classroom activities. It was shown that there was an impact of non classroom activities on improving the speaking skills of non-native speakers of Arabic as a second language. The researchers recommended employing non classroom activities in teaching Arabic to non-native speakers.

The Degree to which Public School Principals in Zarqa Governorate Employ Artificial Intelligence Mechanisms from the Point of View of Principals and Teachers

Jumana Alshafie, Faroq A. Almegdadi — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to identify the degree to which public school principals in Zarqa Governorate employ artificial intelligence mechanisms from the point of view of principals and teachers. The descriptive survey method was used, and a questionnaire was a data collection tool that was applied to a sample of (413) principals and teachers. The results showed that the degree of public school principals in Zarqa Governorate employing artificial intelligence mechanisms as a whole was to a moderate degree, and that there were statistically significant differences due to the two variables (gender and job title), and were in favor of females and principals. The results also showed that there were statistically significant differences due to the academic qualification variable in favor of those holding a Bachelor’s degree compared to those holding a Master’s degree, and in favor of a Doctorate compared to those holding Master’s degree. There were statistically significant differences for the years of experience variable in favor of those with experience (less than 5 years). The study recommends the need to emphasize increasing the ability of school principals to employ artificial intelligence mechanisms.

The Effect of Using the Semiotic Strategy on Developing Verbal Mathematical Problem-Solving Skills among Eighth-Grade Female Students in Jordan

Awad M. Alkhzam — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to investigate the effect of using the semiotic strategy in developing some verbal mathematical problem-solving skills among eighth-grade female students in Jordan. The study used the quasi-experimental approach, and the population of the study consisted of (60) female eighth-grade students in mathematics in one of the schools affiliated with the Directorate of Education for the Northwestern Badia in Mafraq Governorate, who were randomly distributed into two groups, one of which was experimental, taught by using the semiotic strategy, while the other was the control group, taught in the usual way described in the teacher’s guide, with (30) students in each group. In order to achieve the objectives of the study; the researcher in the study used the study tool in the form of a test that measures verbal mathematical problem-solving skills. After verifying its validity and reliability, the results of the study indicated that there was a statistically significant difference at the level of significance (α= 0.05) between the average scores of the experimental group and those for the control group in the test of verbal mathematical problem solving skills and in favor of the experimental group, who were taught with the semiotic strategy. Based on its results, the study recommended many recommendations and proposals, the most important of which is the need to pay attention to training mathematics teachers to use the semiotic strategy in teaching, as it is considered one of the modern teaching strategies, since it has a positive impact on developing verbal mathematical problem-solving skills, and designing the steps for solving the verbal mathematical problem in the mathematics curriculum for the eighth grade according to the steps of the semiotic strategy.

A Proposal to Take Advantage of Tablet Applications to Teach the Art Education Course for the Middle Stage in General Education Schools in the State of Kuwait

Yousef A. Al Rashidi — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The research aimed to identify the school education system in the State of Kuwait, identify the art education course at the middle stage in general education schools in the State of Kuwait, and take advantage of these applications in building a proposed concept for teaching the art education course in general education schools in the State of Kuwait. The researcher followed the descriptive analytical curriculum. The sample of the study included the course of artistic formations for the 9^th grade at the middle general stage in Kuwait.

The researcher dealt with the theoretical framework of the school education system in Kuwait, the overall goal of education in Kuwait, the middle stage of education in the state of Kuwait, the general goals of art education in Kuwait, the goals of art education for the middle stage, and the course of art education for the middle stage in Kuwait.

The researcher put forward the proposed concept to take advantage of tablet applications to teach art education course in general education schools in the State of Kuwait, by presenting the planned scientific material and setting goals, explaining how to prepare the Layar program to make a light scan to add the planned scientific material to the program and include educational videos and official websites to explain the course material by making paper surfaces, cutout mcutout. The researcher as well presented how to maintain the scientific materialand the special relevant vidoe links, and the posibility to share the scientific material " theoretical and practical" related to the students' material through the different and various media and programs as well as the electronic email.

After completing the study, the researcher came to a number of results, the most important of which were:

Mobile learning is one of the most modern concepts that has emerged as a major product of the spread of mobile technical means.
Employing modern technology and the need for its availability is urgent in the educational process and the teaching of art education in particular; the teacher is the nerve of the educational process and without whom the educational process does not
The overall goal of education of the educational system in The State of Kuwait is to create the appropriate opportunities to help individuals in comprehensive and integrated growth.

The researcher also recommended a number of recommendations, among which were:

The inclusion of technological programs for tablets under implementation in general education schools.
Conducting training courses for art education teachers on how to deal with tablets.
Popularizing the use of tablets in classrooms in the Arab world.

Faculty Academic Staff s’ Attitudes Toward Distance Education and their Relationship to Some Variables

Sami. M. Hazaimeh — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aims to reveal the attitudes offaculty academic staff s’ attitudes in Jordanian universities towards distance education and their relationship to a number of variables such as the type of university (private, governmental), the nature of the course, the gender of the teacher, and the style of education (distance, blended). The researcher prepared a scale consisting of (46) items that was distributed to the study sample of (318) faculty members, distributed according to the variables of the study, and they were selected using the cluster random method. After applying the study, its results revealed that the attitudes of faculty members in Jordanian universities towards distance education were neutral. The results revealed the existence of an effect of the gender variable, in favor of females, on the attitudes of faculty members towards distance education. It also showed that there were differences in their attitudes due to the variable of the nature of the course, in favor of the humanities specializations. In addition, the results showed that there was no effect of the variable of the nature of education style, and found that there was no effect of the variable of the type of university (governmental, private). The study concluded with a number of recommendations related to the results of the study to develop attitudes towards distance education.

The Degree to Which School Principals in the Directorate of Education for the Qasaba Al-Mafraq District Practice Transcendental Leadership from the Teachers' Point of View

Mahmood A. Albagoum — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to identify the degree to which school principals in the Directorate of Education for the Qasaba Al-Mafraq District practice transcendent leadership from the teachers' point of view. The study population consisted of all male and female teachers of Kasbah Mafraq schools, whose number was (2907) male and female teachers. The sample
of the study was selected in a simple random way, and the researcher used the questionnaire as a data collection tool. The sample of the study consisted of (323) male and female teachers, and the descriptive survey approach was used since it suits the nature of the study. The study concluded with a number of results, the most important of which are: The degree of practicing the sublime leadership by school principals in Mafraq Governorate came to a medium degree. The results of the study indicated that there were no statistically significant differences due to the variable of gender, years of experience, and the existence of statistically significant differences due to the educational qualification variable. The study reached a set of recommendations, the most important of which were: the need to work on providing the necessary information and data for teachers to support their achievements, and work to achieve comprehensive professional development for teachers in all cognitive and administrative aspects.

The role of school administration in implementing e-learning management systems in private schools in the university district in light of the Corona pandemic

Bilal Al-Wreikat, Zaid S. Al-Adwan — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The research aimed to identify the role of school administration in applying e-learning management systems in private schools in the university district in light of the Corona pandemic. The original research sample consisted of (360) male and female teachers from private schools in the university district. The researcher developed the research tool to collect data after reviewing Arabic literature and previous studies, verifying the validity and reliability coefficients and applying the test, then extracting and discussing results.

A number of results were reached, the most prominent of which is that the “social communication field” ranked first, the “electronic curriculum and student affairs” fields came second, the admission and registration field ranked fourth, while the “electronic assessment field” came in the last place. The results, according to the gender variable, also indicated that there were no statistically significant differences between the average estimates of the study sample in all areas of the role of school administration in the application of e-learning management systems in private schools in the university district in light of the Corona pandemic.

The research recommended a number of recommendations to conduct more academic studies on the reality of Internet networks and the infrastructure necessary to implement more electronic services for students in our schools in Jordan, including conducting exams and electronic references and using electronic methods instead of traditional means, and that schools should conserve the infrastructure of the Internet Providing classrooms and laboratories with equipment and modern electronic teaching aids for use in the educational process.

The Reality of Science Teachers’ Use of Digital Learning Skills in Light of the Requirements of Distance Learning

Ali M. Alelaimat — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to identify the reality of science teachers’ use of digital learning skills in light of the distance learning requirements for the academic year (2023/2024). To achieve this goal, the descriptive survey method was used, and the study sample consisted of (102) male and female science teachers in Mafraq Governorate in Three directorates, (Directorate of Education of Qasabat Al-Mafraq District, Directorate of Education of the North-Eastern Badia District, and Directorate of Education of the North-Western Badia District). A questionnaire was developed consisting of three areas of digital learning skills that included (42) indicators, and its validity and reliability were determined according to research principles. The results indicated that science teachers use digital learning skills in their teaching to a high degree, and that there are no statistically significant differences attributed to any of the study’s categorical variables (gender, years of experience, number of courses) and the interaction between them. The study recommended the importance of including digital learning skills in teacher preparation and qualification programs and following up on their evaluation after training.

The Effect of an Instructional Program based on Green Technology Applications on the Environmental Attitudes and Decision-Making Abilities for 10th Grade Female Students

Waleed H. Nawaflah , Abeer R. Abu gandeel — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to construct an educational program based on green technology, and measure its effect on environmental attitudes, and the ability of decision making for 10th grade female students. The quasi-experimental approach was used and an experimental design with one group for two tests: pre- and post . The sample consisted of (34) tenth grade students at Amrawa Mixed Secondary School in Ramtha District in the first semester of the academis year 2022/2023. They were chosen by the available way. To achieve the objectives
of the study, two tools were prepared: The first tool is the environmental attitudes scale, which consisted of (50) items distributed over four areas (natural resources, environmental protection, environmental pollution, environmental balance) The second tool is the ability of decision making test, toward green yechnology applications, which consisted of (24) items. After verifying the validity and reliability of the tools, they were applied before and after implementing the program on the study sample. The results indicated that there was a statistically significant effect of the educational program based on green technology applications in both of environmental attitudes and the ability of decision making toward green technology applications for the 10^th grade students in favore of the post-test. In light of the results, the study recommended drawing the attention of those responsible for the science curriculum developers to the necessity of including green technology concepts, fields, and applications in science textbooks at the various academic levels.

Leadership Competencies among Graduates of Graduate Programs in Educational Administration at Public and Private Jordanian Universities in Light of the Application of Comprehensive Quality Management Standards

Rawan Khader Abu Shaqra — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to reveal the leadership competencies among graduates of graduate programs in educational administration in public and private Jordanian universities in light of the application of comprehensive quality management standards. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher prepared a tool to detect leadership competencies among graduates of graduate programs in educational administration. The tool consisted of three fields and distributed on (27) items, the study sample was selected from (100) male and female students, including (55) female students, and (45) male students in public and private universities, and they were selected by the random method available during the second semester (2023/2024 AD)., out from the population of the study counting (750) gradutes. The results showed that the level of leadership competencies among graduates of postgraduate programs in educational administration in public and private Jordanian universities in light of the application of comprehensive quality management standards was at a high level. The results also showed the level of leadership competencies among graduates of postgraduate programs in educational administration in public and private Jordanian universities had statistically significant differences (α≤0.05) due to the effect of gender in favor of females, and that there were no statistically significant differences (α≤0.05) due to the effect of university or the year of graduation. In light of these results, the researcher recommended working to include programs for preparing educational leaders at the higher diploma, Master’s, or Doctoral level, practicing the basic competencies and skills necessary to achieve integrated growth in light of comprehensive quality standards, and directing the results of the study to those concerned in the Ministry of Education to benefit from them in the development of graduates of educational administration, at the level of education directorates, preparing and implementing appropriate training courses to achieve the goals of developing these competencies.

The Reality of Blended Learning in Achieving Sustainable Development among Students at Ajloun National University from he Point of View of Faculty Members

Mohamad M. Al Saadi — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to identify the reality of blended learning in achieving sustainable development among students at Ajloun National University from the point of view of faculty members, and to reveal the differences in the reality of blended learning in achieving sustainable development according to the variables of the study: gender, academic rank, and college. The descriptive approach and the questionnaire were used as a tool to collect data after ensuring its validity and reliability. The study population consisted of all faculty members at Ajloun National University at the rank of (assistant, associate, professor), with a total numbered (130) faculty members, and the study sample consisted of (71) faculty members who were selected by the available method. The results of the study showed that the reality of blended learning in achieving sustainable development among students of Ajloun National University from the point of view of faculty members was to a large degree, and that there were no statistically significant differences at (α = 0.05) to the reality of blended learning in achieving sustainable development due to the two variables (gender and academic rank)The results also revealed that there were differences due to the college variable in favor of scientific colleges. Based on the results of the study, it recommended that faculty members continue to employ blended learning in the educational process for its role in achieving sustainable development for students.

The Role of Financial Culture in Developing Entrepreneurial and Innovative Thinking among Primary School Students from the Perspective of National and Civic Education Teachers in Al-Mafraq

Israa A. Al-Sharafat, Mamdouh H. Al-Sarour — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to explore the role of financial culture in fostering entrepreneurial and innovative thinking among primary school students., it as well sought to analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of financial culture in stimulating and developing innovative thinking skills. Moreover, it aimed to understand the impact of financial culture on fostering entrepreneurial and innovative thinking among primary school students from the perspective of national and civic education teachers in Al-Mafraq. The study utilized the quantitative approach to understand the role of financial culture in fostering entrepreneurial and innovative thinking, where data was collected using a questionnaire distributed to 148 teachers of national and civic education in government and private schools in Al-Mafraq, selected through comprehensive sampling. Statistical analysis using SPSS was conducted to understand the potential effects and relationships between financial culture and entrepreneurial and innovative thinking among students. The results of data analysis in this study showed a statistically significant relationship between the study variables: financial culture, entrepreneurial thinking, and innovative thinking. This study also recommends enhancing the integration of financial culture curricula in primary education due to its positive effects on students' entrepreneurial and innovative thinking levels. It also suggests developing educational curricula on financial culture and implementing training programs for national and civic education teachers to equip them with the necessary knowledge and skills for teaching financial culture, using innovative teaching methods for financial concepts, entrepreneurial, and innovative thinking.

The Effect of Teaching Science Using Digital Learning Units on the Achievement of Fifth Grade Female Students in Mafraq Governorate

Sahar Al-Fawaara, Abdul salam Al-Adili, Mamoun Al-Zobun — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to identify the effect of teaching science using digital learning objects (DLOs) on achievement among fifth-grade female students in Mafraq Governorate. To achieve this goal, the experimental approach with a quasi-experimental design was implemented, where the subjects of the study consisted of (40) female fifth-grade students from one of the Northwestern Badia Directorate of Education in Mafraq/ Jordan for the first semester of the academic year 2023/2024. The school was chosen intentionally. The students were divided into two groups, the experimental group consisting of (20) students who learned the Unit od “Elements and Compounds” according to the digital learning objects strategy, while the control group, consisting of (20) students, learned the same unit according to the conventional method. The lesson plans were prepared according to the experimental method, and a test was prepared to measure the achievement of the study subjects, after verifying the validity and reliability of the test to ensure the equivalence of the two study groups. The results of the study showed a statistically significant difference between the average scores of the study subjects in the achievement test, in favor of the experimental group. In light of the results, the study recommended using digital learning objects in teaching science to the fifth grade.

The Effect of Employing the Cognitive Journeys Strategy via the Web on Teaching History to Develop Historical Thinking Skills among Seventh Grade Female Students in Jordan

Duha Abdul Haraiza — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to reveal the effect of employing the strategy of cognitive trips via the web in teaching history to develop historical thinking skills among seventh-grade female students. The study sample consisted of (60) female students, who were chosen intentionally and were divided into two groups: experimental group of (30) students who were taught according to the cognitive journey strategy via the web, and a control group of (30) students who were taught according to the conventional method. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher prepared a test of historical thinking skills and a guide for employing a cognitive journey strategy via the web. The results of the study showed: the presence of statistically significant differences at the level of significance (α = 0.05) in the development of historical thinking skills on the sub-skills and on the total score of the test in favor of the experimental group that studied the strategy of cognitive journeys via the web. The researcher recommends providing the necessary training for male and female teachers during service to master the use of these historical techniques and employ them in teaching history.

The Role of School Principals in Al-Mafraq District Directorate of Education in Empowering Vocational Education Teachers from The Teachers’ Point of View

Wardeh F. Aljasar, Taiseer M. Al-Khawaldeh — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to explore the role of school rincipals in Al-Mafraq District Directorate of Education in impowering vocational education eeachers from the teachers’ point of view. The study utilized the descriptive survey method., where the sample consisted of (75) male and female vocational education teachers from governmental schools in Al-Mafraq District Directorate of Education for the academic year 2022/2023. To achieve the objectives of the study, a specially designed questionnaire was used to assess the role of the principals in Al-Mafraq District Directorate in empowering the vocational education teachers. The findings indicated that the role of school principals in this context is of intermediate significance across all fields. Moreover, the study revealed no statistically significant differences between the averages of the participants' responses at the signoficance level (α=0.05) concerning the principals' role in empowering vocational education teachers based on variables of the study ( sex, academic qualifications, and years of experience). In light of these findings, it is recommended that educators and educational administrators leverage these insights to more effectively empower vocational education teachers in real-world settings.

The Reality of Teaching Computer in Public and Private Schools in the Directorate of Education of Wadi Al-Seer District from the Teachers' Point of View

Raeda A. Alziod — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to identify the reality of teaching computers in schools in the Directorate of Education of Wadi Al-Seer District from the teachers' point of view.. The descriptive survey method was used, and the study was applied to a sample of (175) male and female teachers who were chosen by using the available method. The results showed that the reality of teaching computer in schools in the Directorate of Education of Wadi Al-Seer District, from the point of view of teachers on the tool as a whole was highly rated, and there were no statistically significant differences at the significance level (α = 0.05) in the estimates of the study sample members of the reality of teaching computer in schools in Directorate of Education for Wadi
Al-Seer District due to the variables (gender, academic qualification, and years of experience). The researcher recommends that the Ministry of Education qualify computer teachers to keep pace with the continuous development of modern programs in the school curricula.

The Degree of School Principals’ Contributions in the Directorate of Education for the First Zarqa Region in Reinforcing Social Responsibility

Farah M. Al-Smadi, Taiseer M. Al-Khawaldeh — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to identify the contribution of schools principals in the Directorate of Education for the First Zarqa Region from the teachers' point of view. To achieve the objectives of the study, the descriptive survey method was used. The study population consisted of (4265) primary and secondary male and female school teachers in Zarqa First Education, and the study sample consisted of (468) male and female teachers in the Directorate of Education for the First Zarqa Region as well. The tool to collect data was a questionnaire that consisted of (25) items distributed on four areas. The validity and reliability of the study tool were confirmed The results indicated that the degree of contributions of school principals in the Directorate of Education for the First Zzarqa Region from the teachers' point of view was high, as the national field came first, while the the environmental and health field came in second place. The third place was for the moral and values field, and the social field was in the last place. The results indicated that there were no statistically significant differences due to the effect of sex and years of experience in all fields and overall degree, and that there was a statistically significant difference attributed to the effect of academic qualification in all fields and the overall degree, and the differences were in favor of the bachelor’s degree.

A Content Analysis of the Extent of Using Feminine Representation in the Action Pack 9 Student's Book Textbook

Hiba Al-Majali — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The present research aims at examining the extent of using feminine representation in the Action Pack 9 Student's Book Textbook. The researcher proposed one question to be answered " to what extent does the Action Pack 9 student's book textbook use the feminine representation in terms of pictures, proper nouns, texts or terms?"

A content analysis is carried out in search of pictures, terms, texts and proper nouns that represent females in the chosen textbook. A table that shows the categories, frequencies and percentages has been presented and discussed. The results have revealed that the Action Pack 9 student's book textbook does not include a sufficient feminine representation and the researcher has suggested few recommendations.

The Effect of Using Modeling on the 3rd Grade Students' Achievement in Science in Irbid Governorate

Ahmad Mahidat, Mamon alzboun — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed at investigating the effect of using
modeling on third grade students’ achievement in Science in Irbic Governorate. To achieve this, the study followed quasi-experimental design. The sample of the study consisted of (69) male and female students who were distributel into two groups: control group which included (34) and experimental group which included (35) students from two different sections of third grade in Kufr Asad Mixed Primary School in the academic year (2023-2024). The experimental group was taught “Organisms” Unit by using modeling, while the control group was taught the same content using the conventional method. The results of the study revealed that there were statistically significant differences between the mean scores of both groups in the achievement test and in favour of the experimental group. The study recommended using modeling in teaching science.

Teachers' Level of Digital Culture Possession in the Educational Qualification Diploma Program at the University of Nizwa: Their Perspective

Saif Al-Azri — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to investigate the level of digital culture possession among trainee teachers in the Educational Qualification Diploma program at the University of Nizwa for the academic year 2023/2024. The study utilized the descriptive approach through a validated and reliable questionnaire consisting of (27) items to measure the digital culture. The study sample comprised (70) trainees. The results of the study revealed that the level of digital culture possession among trainee teachers in the Educational Qualification Diploma program at the University of Nizwa, from their perspective, was at a moderate level with an arithmetic mean of (3.108) and a standard deviation of (.7033).

The results showed statistically significant differences at the significance level (α=0.05) among trainee teachers in the Educational Qualification Diploma program at the University of Nizwa in their possession of digital culture from their perspective attributed to specialization. Using post hoc comparisons Scheffe, statistically significant differences were found at the significance level (α=0.05) in favor of the Fine Arts subject with a significance level of (.031), which is lower than (α=0.05) when comparing Social Studies and Arabic Language subjects with other specializations. Conversely, differences were in favor of Science and Mathematics subjects with a significance level of (.004) when comparing the Fine Arts subject with other subjects, with a significance level lower than (α=0.05). The study concluded with a set of recommendations.

The Effect of Multiple Choice Test Modality (Paper, Electronic) on the Test Psychometric Properties and the Item Parameters of the Test Utilizing Item Response Theory

Mahdi M. Olimat Olimat, Zainab S. Al Shdefat — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of multiple choice test modality (paper, electronic) on the test psychometric properties and the item parameters of the test utilizing item response theory. To achieve this objective, an achievement test was constructed consisting of (25) items of multiple choice with four alternatives. The test was applied on the two samples of the study ( a sample got a paper test, while the other got an electronic one). Each sample had (500) examinees (250 examinees for each test form) from the eight basic grade in the Directorate of Education Kasabat Al-Mafraq in the second semester of the academic year 2023/2024.). The assumptions of the Item Response Theory were verified: unidimensionality and local independence for the two test forms. The data was analyzed using BILOG-MG3, and the analysis showed that item 19 in the paper test and item 22 in the paper test did not fit the model used (three-parametric model), so that the test in its final form consisted of (23) items. The results showed that there were no statistically significant differences due to the test form (paper, electronic) . It was also shown that the difficulty value of the information function provided by the test presented electronically is higher than the test presented on paper. It was also found that there were no statistically significant differences in empirical reliability coefficients between the two methods of presenting the test, and that there were no statistically significant differences at the significance level (α = 0.05) between the averages of the parameters of difficulty, discrimination, and guess, according to the three-parameter model, due to the difference in the method in which the test was presented. The researchers recommended presenting the teste electronically as it has some qualities such as saving time and effort, as well as the efficient psychometric properties for the test and the items.

The Degree to which Geography Teachers' Employ Technological Innovations in their Teaching in Mafraq Governorate

Deana A. Al zobi, Mamdouh H. Alsror, Maher M. Ziadat — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to identify the degree to which geography teachers employ technological innovations in their teaching in Mafraq Governorate, according to the variables (gender, experience, academic qualification). The study sample was chosen from teachers of the geography course for government schools affiliated with the directorates of Mafraq Governorate, and the descriptive approach was used. The researcher distributed a questionnaire to the research sample, which consisted of (237) male and female teachers (133) females, (104) males. The results showed that there were no statistically significant differences (α = 0.05) due to the effect of gender, years of service, and academic qualification. It also showed that employing Geography teachers in Mafraq Governorate had a moderate rating for technological innovations in their teaching. The study also recommended training and qualifying teachers to raise their efficiency in the field of artificial intelligence and modern geographical information systems.

The Role of the Computerized Early Intervention Programs in Developing Social Communication Skills and Language Skills for Children with Disabilities

Ghada A. Alqawod Alqawod, Kholoud A. Al-Dababneh — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to identify the role of computerized early intervention programs in developing social communication and language skills among children with disabilities. A qualitative research approach was used, where in-depth interviews were conducted with five mothers of children with disabilities (intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder) enrolled in the early intervention unit in Zarqa Center for Inclusive Day Services. The results showed that these programs significantly contribute to developing the social communication and language skills of children with disabilities, helping to integrate them into society, in addition to their effectiveness in enriching the educational process. The results also showed that the most prominent reasons for using computerized early intervention programs are the Corona pandemic and its consequences, where there was a lack of education and training for children with disabilities. In addition, the results revealed a lack of programs that support the Arabic language, and a lack of using it for children with disabilities in their educational environments, such as centers and schools. The study recommended strengthening early childhood intervention programs with technology and supportive techniques, and developing special computer software that supports the Arabic language.

Digital Horizons: Exploring the Impact of Science Teachers on Digital Learning in Saudi Schools

Jasser Al-Anzi — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This qualitative study identifies the role of science teachers in facilitating digital learning experiences, examining the approaches and techniques they employ to incorporate digital tools and resources into their educational practices, examining the degree to which these approaches affect students' engagement, comprehension, and the overall learning objectives, and finally identifying common obstacles, fears and opportunities in the use of digital technologies in teaching and learning science. This research adopted the semi-structured interview as a tool for collecting data, where 12 expert teachers in digital education were interviewed. The analysis tool was the Thematic Approach of Braun and Clarke (2006). The findings of the study were: (i) Science instructors give their students experiential learning opportunities by utilizing interactive simulations and virtual lab environments. (ii) Teachers do various presentations by using Google Slides, Prezi, PowerPoint, and other multimedia creation tools to produce compelling lessons that include animations, videos, and interactive components. Such multimedia presentations help students comprehend scientific cincepts and raise their understanding. (iii) science teachers take advantage of database through browsing the internet, digital libraries, and scientific websites to get to a big number of resources for teaching and learning. (iv) Students are captivated and inspired to actively participate in lessons by multimedia displays and virtual simulations. (v) Students' comprehension of difficult concepts is deepened and made easier with the use of simulations and visual aids. (vi) Enhancing academic performance when pupils show increased capacity in problem-solving, critical thinking and scientific inquiry. (vii) Teachers and schools have difficulties when putting digital learning initiatives into practice because of worries about digital justice, privacy, and cybersecurity.

The Degree of Practicing Creative Leadership by Public Schools Principals in Al- Muwaqqar District from Teachers' Perspective

Zaid Al-Qudah, Saleh Al-Sharafat, Mahmoud Al-Miqdadi — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to investigate the degree of practicing creative leadership public schools principals in Al-Muwaqqar district from the teachers' perspective. The researchers employed the descriptive correlational approach. The instrument was a questionnaire of (29) articles distributed to a sample of (339) male and female teachers from public schools under the Directorate of Education in the Muwaqqar district in the capital, Amman. The study results indicated that the practice of directors of public schools in the Muwaqqar district in creative leadership, from the teachers' perspective, was of a moderate degree. The results also revealed statistically significant differences in the sample respondents' perceptions of the areas of the creative leadership scale based on the gender variable in favor of females, and based on the academic qualification variable in favor of bachelor's degree holders. However, no statistically significant differences were found based on the variable of years of experience. Considering these findings, the researchers recommend the necessity of providing training programs aiming at developing the creative leadership skills, by training on various aspects such as fostering creativity, dealing with challenges, promoting flexibility, and enhancing a culture of change acceptance within the school. This could be achieved through enhancing communication about the importance of change and the potential benefits it can bring.

The Extent of the Availability of Political Values in Islamic Education Curricula in Grades (10-12) in the Sultanate of Oman

Sulaiman d Al Kaabi — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The research aimed to reveal political values that must be available in Islamic education curricula in grades (10-12) in Oman and the extnet of their availability in curricula, and to highlight the best methods for developing and inculcating them. The researcher used the inductive approach to induce the most important political values, and the descriptive approach to find out the extent of the availability of the values in the cuurricula, and the most siginificant educational styles to develop and inculate them. A questionnaire was used as a research tool. The results showed (24) political values that must be available in Islamic education curricula for grades (10-12) in Oman, and that they are available in a high level, (13) values appeared high, while (11) values appeared in
a medium level, while the highest was "belonging to one nation", while "participation in the political process (elections)" was the least. The results also showed all the proposed methods with a very high degree of importance, the highest of them "Evoking them in Quranic Evidence and Hadiths". Considering the previous results, researcher recommended to benefit from the list of political values shown in the results of the study, and include them in Islamic education curricula in different styles, and to benefit from the proposed educational methods.

The Level of Achievement of School Principals in The Education Directorate of Al- Mafraq of School Life Requirements from the Teachers' Point of View

Maryam H. Al-Sheyab, Taiseer M. AlKhawaldeh — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to identify the level of achievement of school principals in the education directorate of Al-Mafraq of school life requirements from the teachers' point of view. To achieve the objectives of the study, the descriptive survey method was used. The study population consisted of all male and female teachers of primary and secondary schools in the Education Directorate of Qabasat Al-Mafraq. The study sample consisted of (400) Male and female teachers in the education directorate of Al-Mafraq. The tool consisted of a questionnaire, which included two sections: the first is related to personal information while the second included the requirements of school life among school principals from the teachers' point of view. It consisted of (25) items distributed over (4) areas, after achieving the validity and reliability of the study tool. The results indicated that the level of achievement of school principals in the education directorate of Al-Mafraq for the requirements of school life from the teachers' point of view was high. The results also indicated that there were statistically significant differences due to the effect of gender in all areas and the overall score, and the differences were in favor of males. There were statistically significant differences attributed to the effect of academic qualification in all fields and the total degree, except for the field of pedagogical quality, and they were in favor of the bachelor’s degree, and there were no statistically significant differences attributed to the effect of years of experience in all fields and the total degree. The study recommended continuing to pay attention to mechanisms to enhance the level of requirements of school life among schools in Qasaba Al-Mafraq, and conducting other studies that address the relationship between school life and other variables.

The Effectiveness of Remote Work in the UAE During the New Covid-19 (Corona)

Jassim Mirza — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to identify the trends of employees in the public and private sectors in working remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic and to show the positives and negatives of this experience, and to determine the readiness of employees and government and private institutions to implement this system. The researcher used the descriptive analytical approach through a survey method and took the opinions of employees working in the public and private sectors about their experience in working remotely during this pandemic. The researcher designed a questionnaire to collect data for this study consisting of six axes including 50 questions. The study sample amounted to (749) participants of different nationalities, males and females from employees in the public and private sectors in the country. The study concluded with a number of results, the most important of which is that the UAE has a strong infrastructure in the field of communications and technology that helped it continue working remotely efficiently during this pandemic and that employees in the public and private sectors are able to communicate with technology and use artificial intelligence technologies. Through these results, the researcher recommends the importance of benefiting from the success of this experience and strengthening the infrastructure in the technical field to confront future crises and organize conferences and training courses to raise the efficiency and skills of employees working in the public and private sectors to work remotely in exceptional circumstances.

Rethinking Education in the Arab Region to Fit the New Era: A Shift in Paradigm

Enayat Rashid Salahat — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Digital transformation indicates a shift towards continuous learning. We are in an era where a university degree is not enough and we do not stop learning to keep pace with the development and the requirements of work fields, which increases the centrality of the learner in the learning process. The trend towards the digital medium also indicates a decrease in the role of the direct shared environment represented in the classroom, which weakens the ability of teachers to control students in the shared environment and increases the independence of learners. On the other hand, there is a complete need to reconsider the priorities of the educational process, to include elements of emotional intelligence and cooperation that may not receive the appropriate attention in the era of social distancing. All of these transformations indicate a reconsideration of the educational process, from the transmission paradigm to the active learning paradigm. This research addresses different learning paradigms and the needs of our current era, the era of digital technology. It deals with the case of a successful educational system according to the active learning paradigm, to conclude with the modern methods in education and the most important ways to support active learning in the Arab region.

The Degree of Ownership of Private Schools Principals in Irbid Governorate of Administrative Intelligence Skills from the Point of View of Teachers

Yasar AL- Momani, Omar AL-Hussinat — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed to determine the degree of ownership of private schools principals in Irbid Governorate of administrative intelligence skills from the point of view of teachers and its relationship with some variables. The study community consisted of a number of private schools in Irbid governorate, while the sample of the study consisted of (402) male and female teachers who were chosen randomly. The study used the descriptive analytical method and used a questionnaire that consisted of (28) items to collect the required. The study has shown that the degree of ownership of private schools principals of administrative intelligence skills was medium rated. The study as well has found statistically significant differences attributed to the “gender” variable in favor of females. However, there were no statistically significant differences due to the variables of years of experience and academic qualification. The study recommended the necessity of involving school principals in number of relevant training workshops and develop their abilities to go with the changes in the educational process as a whole .

The Degree to which National and Civic Education Books Contribute to Awareness of the Drug Phenomenon from the Point of View of Research Teachers in Mafraq

Roaa A. Bani Khaled, Mamdoh H. Alsror — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to identify the degree to which national and civic education books contribute to awareness of the drug phenomenon from the point of view of research teachers in Mafraq, as well as to identify the differences in the opinions of members of the study sample about the degree to which national and civic education books contribute to awareness of the drug phenomenon from the perspective of research teachers in Mafraq, depending on the differences in variables (gender, practical qualifications, years of experience). To achieve the objectives of the study, the descriptive analytical approach was followed by developing a questionnaire and distributing it to a sample consisting of (23) male and female teachers of national and vocational education in basic public schools in Mafraq Governorate. They were selected by a comprehensive inventory method, due to the limited size of the study population and the ease of counting it. After conducting statistical analysis through the (SPSS) program, the results showed that there is a moderate degree of contribution of national and civic education books to raising awareness of the drug phenomenon from the point of view of the research teachers in Mafraq. The results also showed that there were no significant statistical differences at the significance level (α≤0.05) in the opinions of the study sample members about the degree to which national and civic education books contribute to raising awareness of the drug phenomenon from the point of view of research teachers in Mafraq according to personal variables (gender, practical qualification, years of experience(.

A Proposed Educational Vision to Raise Awareness among Jordanian University Sudents about the Role of the Green Economy in Achieving the Principles of Sustainable Development

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aims to propose an educational vision for Jordanian universities to raise awareness among their students about the culture of the green economy and its role in achieving the principles of sustainable development. To achieve the objectives of the study, the descriptive approach was used, and a set of foundations for the future vision were established, which included the philosophy, a set of goals and principles, means of implementation, challenges, and mechanisms for overcoming challenges.

The future vision of Jordanian universities was represented by paying attention to green spaces, whether in their buildings or in buildings, based on the university's orientations towards promoting the culture of the green economy among its educational outputs of students, activities and research, linking sustainable development with the preservation of natural resources, and continuing to maintain an environment free of pollutants to benefit from natural resources as much as possible, and for universities to adopt a vision that the optimal solution to energy and environmental issues is sustainability and the preservation of natural resources, and includes emphasizing commitment to environmental standards, following a policy of preserving natural resources and deepening this idea among students. In light of the study results, the study recommended that universities adopt the future vision to develop the culture of the green economy and its role in achieving sustainable development among students.

The Degree the Faculty Members in the Colleges of General Authority for Applied Education and Training Practice Augmented Reality in the Educational Process from their Point of View

Nasser Al Qtaibi — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to identify the degree the faculty members in the colleges of general authority for Applied Education and Training practice augmented reality in the educational process from their point of view. The study population consisted of colleges affiliated with the General Authority for Applied Education and Training, and a simple random sample of faculty members was selected amounting to (384) respondents, and a tool was developed for the study, consisting of (24) items. The study used a questionnaire as a tool for collecting data. Its validity and reliability were confirmed, and a number of statistical methods were used to analyze the results. The results of the study showed that the degree to which faculty members in the colleges of the General Authority for Applied Education and Training practiced augmented reality in the educational process was moderate, and that there was an apparent discrepancy in the mean scores in the degree of their practice of augmented reality in the educational process due to age and academic rank from their point of view. The study recommended the need for colleges of the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training to focus on applying augmented reality technologies to achieve the targeted results from their use in the educational process.

The Use of Social Media and its Relationship with Mental Disorders among Students of Nizwa University

Ali Al Adwani — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to uncover the nature of the relationship between the use of social media and mental disorders among Nizwa University students, and to clarify the level of these disorders and their relationship to the negative use of social media. This study was applied on a random sample of the students of Nizwa University, consisting of (204) male and female students distributed in four colleges. The study used the associative descriptive method. The study tools also included two scales; first, the scale of measuring the use of social media, which consisted of (33) paragraphss, and the scale of mental disorders which consisted of (90) paragrpahs divided into (90) paragraphs distributed on (9) dimensions. The researcher calculated the statistical averages and the standard deviations of the sample members. The t-test was used to verify the significance of the differences in the degrees of the use of social media. The results of the study showed that there were no statistically significant differences at (α ≥0.05) in the use of social media due to gender variable (males – females). The results also showed that the level of depression obtained the highest degree in the dimensions of mental disorders among the sample members. The study as well found a direct relationship at the level of significance (α≥0.05) between the average degrees of the use of social media and the average degrees of mental disorders, and that the higher the index of the use of social media, the higher the level of mental disorders in the sample members.

The Role of School Principals in Ramtha Directorate of Education in Promoting the Culture of Social Security

Worood Saed M. Mayyas, Taiseer M. Al-Khawaldeh — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed to identify the role of school principals in Ramtha District Education in promoting the culture of social security among students. The study followed the descriptive survey approach. The study sample consisted of (300) male and female students who were selected by the simple random method from the study community of secondary school students in government schools affiliated with the Ramtha District Education Directorate, from the academic year 2023/2024. To achieve the objectives of the study, a two-part tool was developed. The first part includes demographic information, and the second part was develped to measure the role of school principals in Ramtha District Education in promoting the culture of social security among students. The results showed that the role of school principals in Ramtha District Education in promoting the culture of social security among students was moderate for all areas. The results of the study also showed that there were no statistically significant differences between the arithmetic means of the sample members' responses at the significance level (???? ≥ 0.05) on the role of school principals in Ramtha District Education in promoting the culture of social security among students according to the study variables (class, place of residence, gender). The study revealed the presence of differences attributed to the gender variable in favor of males. In light of the results reached by the study, the researchers presented a set of recommendations, the most prominent of which is holding training workshops for school principals and students to enhance the concept of social security.