The International Journal for Talent Development
The International Journal for Talent Development is an Open Access Peer-Reviewed Journal Published Biyearly by the University of Science and Technology-Yemen in collaboration with the International Association for Talent Development. The Journal welcomes articles that contribute to wide spectrum coverage of scientific work including Giftedness, Talent, Intelligence Researches, Thinking Programs, Thinking Development. Originality, high quality and significance of the scientific content are essentially considered. Online ISSN: 2522-3836 Print ISSN: 2415-4563
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The Obstacles of the Role of Social Work in Activating Tourism Innovation: A Case Study of Dhofar Governorate
This study aimed to explore the extent to which tourism innovations are practiced in the tourism sector of Dhofar Governorate, as well as to identify the main obstacles facing the practice of social work within this sector. The study adopted a descriptive methodology using a sample survey that included (64) employees working in both the governmental and private tourism sectors in Dhofar. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire. The findings revealed that the level of tourism innovation practice in Dhofar was moderate, according to the respondents, and did not receive sufficient attention within the tourism field. The most significant obstacles identified were the limited training courses and workshops available for social workers in tourism innovation, the lack of academic knowledge and recognition of the social work profession, in addition to the community’s limited culture and narrow perception of social work. The study also indicated that the most important proposals to activate tourism innovation in Dhofar include providing continuous training programs and workshops for social workers, fostering cooperation between academic institutions and the tourism sector, developing an effective plan for tourism development in Dhofar, and raising the cultural and knowledge levels of the community. Considering these findings, the researcher proposed a conceptual framework for enhancing the role of social work in promoting tourism innovation, thereby contributing to the achievement of sustainable tourism development in Dhofar Governorate.
السياحة، الابتكار السياحي، الدور، الخدمة الاجتماعية، التنمية السياحية، محافظة ظفار.
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The Relative Contribution of Self-Differentiation and Life Skills in Predicting Psychological Empowerment among Gifted and Normal Students in Middle and Secondary schools in the State of Kuwait
Current research aimed to investigate the relative contribution of self-differentiation and life skills in predicting psychological empowerment among gifted and normal students in middle and secondary school in the State of Kuwait. To achieve the objectives of the research, the descriptive correlative approach was used by applying the measure of psychological empowerment, self-differentiation, and life skills after verifying their psychometric characteristics. This research was applied to a sample of (467) gifted and normal students during the first semester of the academic year (2022-2023). The results of the stepwise multiple regression analysis showed that critical thinking and creative thinking skills are the most predictive variables for psychological empowerment with a rate of (36.5%) for gifted students. Communication, interaction and relationship building skills are the most predictive variables of psychological empowerment by (40%) for ordinary students. According to these results, the researcher recommended a set of recommendations.
psychological empowerment, self-differentiation, life skills, gifted and normal students.
Psychological Stability and Its Relationship to University Integration Among Students of The Department Of Social Sciences At Dhofar University
The current study aimed to know the relationship between psychological stability and university integration in the Department of Social Sciences at Dhofar University and to know both the level of psychological stability and university integration among them, and to reveal the differences in psychological stability and university integration according to the study variables. The study tools were applied to the scales (psychological stability - university integration) on a sample of (268) male and female students who were selected in a simple random way. The study followed the descriptive correlational approach. The study reached a number of results, the most important of which is that the level of psychological stability and the level of academic integration among students of the College of Arts and Applied Sciences at Dhofar University is high. The study also found a direct correlation (positive) between psychological stability and university integration among students of the Department of Social Sciences at the College of Arts and Applied Sciences at Dhofar University, and the absence of statistically significant differences at the level of statistical significance (0.05) or less in the answers of the study sample members about (psychological stability, university integration) according to the gender variable, and the housing variable. It also resulted in the possibility of predicting university integration through psychological stability among students of the Department of Social Sciences at the College of Arts and Applied Sciences at Dhofar University. The study concluded with recommendations, the most important of which is educating and qualifying students with the university's systems and regulations so that students become psychologically stable and integrate with the university and its activities.
Psychological stability, university integration, Department of Social Sciences, Dhofar University
Requirements for Developing Fourth-Generation Universities: A Case Study of Eindhoven University of Technology as a Model for Strategic
The article explores the concept of Fourth-Generation Universities (4.0) as an innovative model in higher education that integrates education, research, and innovation with a focus on societal impact and regional development. It examines Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) as a pioneering model that leverages advanced technology and industrial partnerships to achieve sustainable development goals. Using a descriptive-analytical methodology, the article investigates hypotheses regarding the impact of modern technology on the quality of education and research and the ability of this model to meet labor market demands. Through an analysis of TU/e's experience, the study demonstrates how universities can adopt effective strategies to develop curricula, infrastructure, and partnerships with industry and society. The study concludes that the Fourth-Generation University model enhances the influence of universities on local and global scales, offering a comprehensive framework for national universities to adopt sustainable and forward-thinking strategies.
University, Requirements, Fourth Generation Universities, Education, Technology, Eindhoven University of Technology
Satisfaction with the major and its relationship to psychological comfort among students with hearing disabilities at Dhofar University
The study aims to know the level of satisfaction with the major and its relationship to psychological comfort among hearing impaired students at Dhofar University according to the variables of major and academic level.< Marital status, housing.The study followed the descriptive correlational approach and the scales (satisfaction with the major, psychological comfort) were applied to selected sample of (24) male students and (15) female students. The study concluded that the level of satisfaction with the major among hearing-impaired students at Dhofar University ranged between (3.77 -4.62), where the variable had a total arithmetic mean of (30.4), which is a very high level of satisfaction with the major, and that the level of psychological comfort among hearing-impaired students at Dhofar University ranged between (1.31 -4.77), which is a very high level of psychological comfort, and this indicates the existence of a strong direct correlation with statistical significance between satisfaction with the major and psychological comfort among hearing-impaired students at Dhofar University. The study also concluded that there were no statistically significant differences at a significance level of 0.05 between the average satisfaction with the major and psychological comfort among hearing-impaired students at Dhofar University attributed to gender, educational level, social status, and place of residence.
Satisfaction with specialization, psychological comfort, people with disabilities, Dhofar University.
Predicting Vocational Capital According to Teaching Efficiency, Meditative Practices, and Strategic Thinking Among Teachers of Gifted Students
The study aims to predicting vocational capital according to teaching efficiency, meditative practices, and strategic thinking among teachers of gifted students in Kuwait. To achieve the research objectives, the descriptive and predictive approach was used by applying measures of Vocational capital, teaching Efficiency, Meditative practices, and strategic thinking. It was applied to a sample of 124 teachers, of whom 62 were male, 27 were male, 35 were female, talented education specialists from the Ministry of Education, and 62 were male, 32 were male, and 30 were male, and 32 were male, working at the Sabah Al-Ahmad Talent Centre in the first academic term (2022/2023). The results of the multiple regression analysis indicated the possibility of predicting professional capital among teachers of gifted students, through the variables of meditative practices and teaching efficiency, as the effect of meditative practices reached 57% while the teaching efficiency was 5%. A set of recommendations were presented based on the results of the study.
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The level of Environmental literacy among teachers of general education levels (basic, secondary) in the Electricity Directorate of the Yemeni Ibb Governorate considering some demographic variables.
This research aimed to measure the level of environmental literacy among public education teachers in Al-Nadira District, Ibb Governorate, Yemen, using a descriptive analytical approach. The study employed an instrument developed by Al-Maqlahi (2023) with 252 items across four elements: ecological environmental knowledge, awareness of environmental pollution problems, positive environmental trends, and literacy about environmental protection and problem-solving. The instrument was validated and applied to a sample of 311 teachers, representing 38.8% of the research population for the 2022/2023 academic year. The results indicated that the general level of environmental literacy among the teachers was low, with average scores falling below the 75% proficiency level in most elements. However, positive environmental attitudes were higher, exceeding the 75% threshold at 81.8%. There were no statistically significant differences in environmental literacy levels based on demographic variables, job, professional experience, qualifications, or specialization. The study recommended enhancing environmental literacy among teachers to better equip them for educating students on environmental issues, promoting the adoption of environmentally informed scientific practices, and encouraging the search for effective and positive solutions to environmental challenges.
environmental literacy, teachers, public education stages, demographic variables.
Standardization of The Thinking Styles Inventory (TSI) in the Arab Research: analysis study
The study aimed at analyzing Arab research standardization of the (TSI). The study used The descriptive approach based on the content analysis, and the Study group included (9) studies. The researchers prepared a data collection form. The study found that researchers prefer individual publishing. Publishing in the periodicals, and the use of the short version. first edition. Four studies were conducted in Saudi Arabia and Egypt. (6) Egyptians and Syrians participated in authorship. All studies were conducted on students. I also concluded that (5) studies used the Random method Study group, the Study group sizes were small, and the equation was identified in one study, and the Study group contained males and females in (8) studies. The translation procedures were clear in only two studies, there are seven studies that used the factor analysis, internal consistency, Cronbach's alpha, extracted norms in four studies, and the Normal distribution was examined in three studies. the detection of the factor analysis of the saturation on five factors and that the indicators (RMSEA), (CFI) were used in four studies. The study referred to many shortcomings and showed that researchers did not adhere to the ITC guidelines and found that the studies contained the risk of bias, so it recommended re-standardization of (TSI).
Thinking Styles, Standrization, Arab Research
Predicting self-efficacy in light of school Engagement for gifted students at the secondary stage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The study aimed to determine the predictive ability of school engagement and self-efficacy among gifted students in the city of Riyadh, and to identify the significance of differences in the level of school engagement and self-efficacy among gifted students due to the variables of gender and grade. The study used the descriptive approach, and the sample consisted of (350) gifted male and female students, who were randomly selected from schools in the city of Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The school engagement scale, prepared by Tarabiyah (2016), and the academic self-efficacy scale, prepared by Al-Shaboul (2016) were used. The results showed that two dimensions of school engagement (cognitive and behavioral) were able to predict self-efficacy among gifted students, as they together predicted (47.3%) of the variance. The results also showed that there were no statistically significant differences in school engagement and self-efficacy among gifted students attributable to the gender variable and the interaction between gender and grade, while it was found that there were statistically significant differences attributable to the academic grade variable, in favor of the third year of secondary school and the first year of secondary school. Based on the results, the study recommended increasing attention to educating gifted students in Saudi Arabia about school engagement and its positive effects on self-efficacy, and including activities that focus school engagement and self-efficacy in the school curriculum.
school engagement, self-efficacy, gifted students, secondary school
Employing e-learning applications in learning difficulties programs from teachers and educational supervisors’ perspective
The study aimed to investigate the employing e-learning applications in learning difficulties from teachers and supervisors. The study depends on a descriptive approach to describe e-learning applications. A questionnaire was prepared consisting of (37) items in three mains: (1) teachers’ attitudes towards employing e-learning applications in learning difficulties, (2) employing e-learning applications in learning difficulties, and (3) obstacles to employing e-learning applications in learning difficulties). the validity and reliability of the tool were measured. Alpha Cronbach coefficient for the tool is (0.924). The sample was chosen randomly, consisting of (30) teachers and supervisors in Tabuk city. The results showed that the degree of employing e-learning applications came to a moderate degree with a mean (3.36). The first dimension is a large, with a mean (3.53), while the second is moderate with a mean (2.98), also the third is large, with a mean (3.58). The results showed that there were no statistically significant differences between the averages of the study sample in the responses to the questionnaire and in its dimensions refer to variables (job, years of experience, and training). The study recommended the need to plan professional development for teachers of learning difficulties in the light of their needs.
learning difficulties programs teachers and educational supervisors with learning disabilities, e-learning applications.
The reality of using artificial intelligence applications in developing the teaching skills of basic stage teachers in the capital, Amman
The study aimed to reveal the reality of using artificial intelligence applications in developing the teaching skills of basic stage teachers in the capital, Amman. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher prepared a tool represented by a questionnaire consisting of (42) items distributed over four axes; It is the focus of the use of artificial intelligence applications in planning, the focus of the use of artificial intelligence applications in teaching implementation, the focus of the use of artificial intelligence applications in evaluating students’ education, and the focus of obstacles to the use of artificial intelligence applications. The study sample consisted of (80) teachers, including (40) female teachers in schools. Government, and (40) female teachers in private schools were selected by the available random method during the second semester (2023/2024 AD). The results of the study showed that the overall average degree of the reality of using artificial intelligence applications was moderate, and that there were no statistically significant differences in the degree of the reality of using artificial intelligence applications according to the variables of academic qualification, years of experience, type of school, and number of training courses. The study recommended the need to pay attention to employing all intelligence applications. Artificial intelligence in all academic subjects because of its positive effects on the learning outcomes of learners, and holding training courses for basic stage teachers on the use of artificial intelligence application techniques.
Artificial Intelligence, Teaching Skills, Primary stage.
The effectiveness of the academic support tool (ChatGPT) on stimulating learning for A'Sharqiyah University students in the Sultanate of Oman from their point of view
The study aimed to identify the relationship of the effectiveness of the academic support tool (ChatGPT) on stimulating learning for A'Sharqiyah University students in the Sultanate of Oman from their point of view. The researchers used the descriptive survey method. The study sample consisted of (250) male and female students, while the study tool consisted of a questionnaire. The results of the study showed: The degree of practice of A'Sharqiyah students of the academic support tool (ChatGPT) was average, and the results of the study showed that the degree of possession of A'Sharqiyah students to stimulate learning was to a large degree, and there were no statistically significant differences between the averages of the answers of A'Sharqiyah students on the degree of practice of A'Sharqiyah students of the academic support tool (ChatGPT) and the degree of their possession of motivation to learn in the total degree, according to the variables of gender, academic year, and college. There is also a positive correlation between the practice of A'Sharqiyah University students of the academic support tool (ChatGPT) and their possession of stimulating learning, and the study recommended the need for A'Sharqiyah students to activate the academic support tool (ChatGPT) in university life.
: Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, Stimulating learning, Academic Support, A'Sharqiyah University.
Differences in the Creative Thinking of Primary School Female Teachers in Al-Ahsa Governorate in Light of the Variables of Experience and Specialization
This study aims to reveal the creative thinking of primary school teachers in Al-Ahsa Governorate, in addition to identifying differences in light of the variables of experience and major. The descriptive approach was followed in this study. The study was applied to a sample of (340) female teachers. The creative thinking scale adapted by researcher Hawzam Salman (2021) was used. The results of the study concluded that primary school teachers in Al-Ahsa Governorate have a high degree of creative thinking. In addition, the results showed that there were no differences in light of the variables of experience and major.
Creative Thinking - Primary School Female Teachers - Al-Ahsa Governorate
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The impact of private lessons on the performance of teachers in school Their point of view
The research aimed to identify the impact of private lessons on the performance of teachers in school from their point of view. The research used the descriptive approach and applied the questionnaire tool by applying it to a random sample of male and female teachers, amounting to (1228) male and female teachers, with (518) male and (710) female teachers, and concluded. The research concluded that private lessons have different effects on the educational process, as it showed that most of the statements of the educational effects axis fell into the large category of the scale, which is the category between (3.55 - 3.99), and this indicates the reflection of those lessons. The statement that the lessons contribute came in first place. “Privacy in filling the gap resulting from the poor performance of some teachers” and obtained the arithmetic mean (3.99) at a high level. The study also indicated that there are statistically significant differences at the significance level (α≤0.05) between the averages of the educational effects of private lessons due to gender, and the study indicated that there are no There are statistically significant differences at the level of significance (α≤0.05) between the levels of reflection of these lessons on teachers according to their academic qualifications and practical experience. The study recommends enacting laws and regulations that regulate this process.
private lessons, school education, teachers Performance.
The Effectiveness of Alternative Tools for Measuring Metacognitive Skills in Terms of the Multi Methods Design
The study aimed at reaching a valid methodology to measure metacognition through alternative tools constructed and validated in terms of multi-method design that combines between qualitative and quantitative methods in measurement. A pilot study was conducted in which the computerized problem solving test was applied on sample of undergraduate students, the qualitative and quantitative data concerning their methods and paths they used to solve the problem in addition their thinking aloud protocols were collected, These data are used in preparing the study tools that applied on a sample consisted of (110) students from the faculty of education in(2013/2014). The study revealed that there was a statistically significant correlation between students' scores in the concurrent methods (TAP) and the offline methods "MRT", "TSQ", The skills measured by the multiple response test were the most contributors to interpreting and predicting performance. The study revealed also that students' post calibration scores was a good indicator of metacognitive monitoring, and it was more accurate than pre calibration for high performing students. Traces data presented valuable information about students' skills and activity at each step of the solution.
Metacognitive Skills Measurement, Multi Method Design , Verbal Protocol ,Task Specific Measurement.
The predictive ability of government secondary school principals’ talent management practice with emotional organizational commitment from the point of view of teachers in Kuwait
The present study aimed to investigate the predictive ability of the talent management practices of school principals to the affective organizational commitment of teachers in the State of Kuwait. To achieve this goal, correlation approach was used. The Talent Management Scale and the Affective Organizational Commitment Scale were applied to a random sample of 202 male and female teachers from Kuwait City schools. The results of stepwise regression analysis revealed that development and reward management practices were statistically significant predictors of affective organizational commitment predictive ability to emotional commitment, while identifying critical positions and competence training did not predict affective organizational commitment. The study recommends conducting more studies to investigate the predictive role of identifying critical positions and competence training practices in affective commitment.
talent management, identifying critical positions, competency training, development, reward management, emotional commitment.
The extent of awareness of the importance of using mobile learning systems among students specializing in educational technology at Taiz University in Yemen
The aim of the research is to investigate the extent of awareness regarding the skills of utilizing the Mobile Learning (M-Learning) system among students specializing in Educational Technology at Taiz University. In order to achieve the research objective and address its inquiries, a descriptive-analytical methodology was depending on this methodology is used in the analysis and investigation of research phenomena. The research sample comprised graduate students specializing in Educational Technology enrolled in the master’s program at Taiz University for the academic year 2023/2024, totalling 63 male and female students. A questionnaire was used as the data collection tool. Upon gathering and statistically analysing the research data, the results indicated that the research sample students possess awareness of the importance of mobile learning, with their awareness primarily cantered around the fundamental skills of utilizing mobile learning. The results also demonstrated a moderate level of awareness among students regarding their use of mobile learning skills. Their mobile and smart device use is largely restricted to communication and basic applications. However, there is a significant deficiency in their awareness of using mobile devices to access information online, engage in online courses, attend virtual conferences, and other skills available for students' educational and learning benefit. Several suggestions were put forward by the students to enhance effective utilization of mobile learning skills in education and learning. Among these suggestions were raising awareness about mobile learning skills and organizing training courses to equip students with the ability to employ mobile devices in the educational process. Consequently, a number of recommendations were made, including the necessity of incorporating mobile learning as a curriculum component for students, arranging training and awareness sessions on mobile learning skills, fostering students' interest, and encouraging them to acquire mobile learning skills. Additionally, the importance of being cognizant of the diverse uses of mobile learning to keep up with contemporary developments was emphasized.
Mobile Learning, Awareness of Mobile Learning Skills, Educational Technology Students.
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Aspiration level of Secondary School Students at Abuguta Administrative Unity in Gezira State and its Relationship with some variables
The research aimed to identify the aspiration level of a sample of Secondary School students, Gezira State, Abuguta Administrative Unity – Sudan. and to find out any statistically significant differences between the means of the sample members due to these variables: gender and specialization. To achieve this objective, the researcher used the analytical descriptive method on a sample which consisted of (123) students who were randomly selected. The researcher adopted aspiration level questionnaire prepared by Kamilia Abdelftah (1975). The study results revealed that the level aspiration of students of the Secondary School, Gezira State, Abuguta Administrative Unit was high. There were also no significant differences in the means of students' responses due to the variable gender, and there were also significant differences in the means of students' responses due to the variable specialization for arts.
Aspiration level, Secondary School students.
Availability of Teaching Strategies and Extra-Curricular Activities in Aden Typical High Schools for the Gifted in the Republic of Yemen
The aim of the research is to find out the availability of teaching strategies and extra-curricular activities in Aden typical high schools, and the research used descriptive (survey) method, the group consisted of all the workers in the Aden typical high schools (teachers - administrative), the group was (73) persons, and the study reached the following results: - The research axes obtained an average of (2.44), and a standard deviation (0.45), and the availability of teaching strategies and extra-curricular activities in Aden typical high schools for gifted (few). - The "teaching strategies" axis ranked first with an average of (2.61), and a standard deviation of (0.46), and the “extra-curricular activities" axis ranked second with an average of (2.28), and a standard deviation of (0.48). -There are no statistically significant differences at the level of significance (α≤0.05) between the responses of the research group members to the availability of teaching strategies an extra-curricular activities due to variables (type of school – job current at school - years of experience with gifted), The research reached recommendations, the most important of which are: a review of teaching strategies and extra-curricular activities in Aden typical high schools.
teaching strategies, extra-curricular activities.
The relationship between Metacognitive thinking and Motive of achievement
The current study aimed to examine the relationship between Metacognitive thinking and Motive of achievement among a sample of secondary school students and investigating statistically significant differences between them on the basis of demographics sex, and academic specialization). The study Adopted correlational method and was conducted in two secondary schools: Mohammed Al-Saleh El-amir and Boukhalfa Sabti in Oum el-Bouaki (East of Algeria). The study sample included 100 students. Two instruments used in collecting data: Metacognitive Thinking and motive of Achievement scales. Data obtained were analyzed using statistical package of social sciences SPSS, and it revealed the following results: - The existence of a positive statistically significant correlation between sample participants’ degrees on Metacognitive Thinking and Motive of achievement (R = 0.53 sig 0,1) - No statistically significant differences between participants’ degrees means on Metacognitive thinking and Motive of Achievement with respect to academic specialization (literary, scientific). with respect to gender. -No statistically significant differences between participants’ degrees means on Motive of Achievement with respect to gender.
Metacognitive. Motive of achievement., scientific), educational strategies, didactique.
The level of Practicing Creative Thinking Skills by Islamic Education Teachers at Secondary Schools in Sana’a City
The study aimed to investigate the degree of using creative thinking skills by Islamic education teachers at secondary schools in Sana’a city. It also aimed to identify the significance of statistical differences between the average degree of their use according to gender, qualification, school, and experience. To achieve the objectives of the study, a questionnaire consisting of (47) items covering five basic skills was developed and administered to a sample of (295) male and female teachers working in public and private secondary schools. The study results showed that the degree of using creative thinking skills by teachers, in general, was moderate, at a mean of (3.23), and a relative weight of (64.57%). The most used skills were fluency, followed by elaboration with a medium degree, and the least used skill was originality. The results also showed that there were no statistically significant differences between the average degree of using creative thinking skills by Islamic education teachers in relation to gender, school, and experience, whereas there was a statistically significant difference at a level less than (0.05) in relation to the type of qualification in the elaboration skill of the overall questionnaire in relation to the differences in the attitude of Islamic educational teachers. In light of the results, the study recommended paying attention to training Islamic education teachers on how to develop creative thinking skills and preparing practical guides to familiarize teachers with strategies and methods of developing thinking.
practice level, skills, creative thinking, Islamic education teachers
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Effectiveness of a Proposed Program based on Robinson's Strategy to Develop Creative Expression Skills among First-Year Secondary School Students in Amanat Alasema
The study aimed to identify the effectiveness of a proposed program based on Robinson's Strategy for developing creative expression skills among the first year secondary school students in Amanat Alasema. To achieve this, the researcher used the experimental method with a sample of (140) male and female students. They were selected by the purposive sampling method. The sample was divided into two experimental groups, one male and the other female, who were taught using the proposed program by employing Robinson’s strategy, and two control groups, one male and the other female, who were taught in a traditional way. Two research tools were used: a list of creative expression skills, and the creative expression skills test. The study results revealed that there was a statistically significant difference at (0.05) between the mean scores of the experimental group students and the average scores of the control group students in the post test for creative expression skills, in favor of the experimental group. There was a statistically significant difference at (0.05) between the mean scores of males and females of the experimental group in the post test of creative expression skills, in favor of females.
proposed program, Robinson's strategy, creative expression skills
Effectiveness of a Proposed Program for Using Smartphones in Developing the Skills of Functional Expression among First-Year Secondary Students in Sana'a City
The study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a proposed program to use smartphones by first-year secondary students in Sana'a city to develop their skills of functional expression. To achieve this objective, the semi-experimental method was adopted with a sample of (60) first-year secondary students who were selected by the purposive sampling method. The sample was divided into two groups (control and experimental), taking into consideration their homogeneity. The experimental group was introduced to the proposed program, while the control group was taught in the traditional method. The research instruments included a list of functional expression skills and a test of the same skills. The study results revealed statistically significant differences between the two groups in the overall results of the post-test in favor of the experimental group. There were also statistically significant differences between the pre- and post-test results in favor of the experimental group. This confirmed that the proposed program had an impact on the development of students’ skills of functional expression. In light of the results, the study stressed the need to utilize smartphone applications in teaching Arabic courses and other courses. It was also recommended to introduce mobile applications-based teaching and learning, as this would boost the performance of high school students.
proposed program, smartphones, functional expression skills
Thinking Styles in Arab Research: An Analysis of the Studies in the Arab Educational Information Network (Shamaa)
The study aimed to analyze the content of studies that dealt with "thinking styles" in the Arab Educational Information Network (Shamaa). The study used content-based analysis, and the sample covered (50) studies. A tool was developed for data collection. The study results revealed that there was a growth in studies of thinking styles, but this growth was fluctuating. Most of the studies (96%) were published in journals, (66%) were published by single researchers, (57.53%) of the publications were published by male researchers and (40%) of the studies were conducted in Saudi Arabia and Algeria. Furthermore, (34%) of the studies tackled the subject of thinking styles in general without other variables, (78%) focused on students, (44%) focused on the university level, (96%) of them used the descriptive method, (58%) made use of small samples, (66%) relied on Sternberg's Mental Self-Government and (48%) of them used Sternberg's Thinking Styles Inventory. The study concluded with stressing the need to codify standards in the local environment and to pay attention to cross-cultural studies.
thinking styles, content analysis, Sternberg, Harrison and Bramson, Hermann
Differences in Teachers’ Classroom Practices with Gifted and Average Students of Primary Schools in the Kingdom of Bahrain
This study aimed to measure the differences in the level of teachers’ classroom practices with gifted and average students at primary schools in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The study used the descriptive method to collect data from a sample of 522 male and female teachers (97 males, 455 females), representing the study population which was 5561 male and female teachers (1286 males, 4275 females). The instrument of teacher’s practices in the classroom was used. It consisted of six elements: asking questions and thinking, providing challenges and choices, assignments that require reading and writing, curriculum modification, enrichment centers and class activities. The results revealed that there were statistically significant differences in the mean scores of classroom activities and the total score between the gifted and average students in favor of the gifted ones at (0.01). The effect size points were between medium and high level. The results indicated that there were three clusters related to gifted students; the third cluster which represents an increased differentiation in classroom practices towards the gifted, and the medium cluster, then the first cluster which is low. The order of clusters towards average students was the middle cluster, the low, then the high cluster.
perceived classroom practices, gifted students, average students
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Creative Self-Efficacy and Its Relationship to Mental Motivation Among Outstanding Students at King Saud University
The study aimed at investigating the relationship between creative self-efficacy and mental motivation, and the ability of the dimensions of creative self-efficacy to predict mental motivation. It also explored any significant differences between both creative self-efficacy and mental motivation according to gender, academic major or the interaction between these variables among the sample of the study. To achieve this, the descriptive correlational method was used. The sample consisted of (250) students (109 males and 141 females). The following tools were administered: Creative Self-Efficacy Scale and California Measure of Mental Motivation which was translated by the researchers. The results of the study showed that there was a significant and positive relationship between self-efficacy, mental motivation and their dimensions. The results also indicated that mental motivation can be predicted by the two dimensions of creative self-efficacy. Furthermore, the results indicated that there was no significant difference in the mean ratings of creative self-efficacy and mental motivation attributed to gender, academic major, or their interaction among the study sample. The study concluded with a number of recommendations, including developing school curriculum which incorporate some aspects that promote both critical thinking and creative performance; creating training programs which develop the level of self-esteem, self-confidence and problem-solving skills among the academically outstanding students, and which promote “mental focus” that is one of the mental motivation dimensions; and conducting further studies that investigate the difference between creative self-efficacy and mental motivation according to gender and academic major.
creative self-efficacy, mental motivation, academically outstanding students, King Saud University.
Wisdom: Concept, Dimensions, Measurement
This study aimed to present the historical development of the concept of wisdom, through philosophical and psychological studies during successive civilizations and cultures. The study also focused on defining the conceptual framework for the proposed models of wisdom and methods of measuring them, and discussing the strengths and weaknesses of these models while trying to present a newly developed proposal. The study used the descriptive and analytical method to address this issue. The study concluded that the topic of wisdom is complex and still needs more research. The study has also presented a new framework that has assumed some consensus among scholars in the field of wisdom studies, especially from the positive psychology perspective. Furthermore, the study classified the measures of wisdom into three categories according to specific theoretical frameworks and a comparison between them was made. There are prospects for future research on wisdom that can have a wide range of purposes and methods in investigating differences in the ways of defining and measuring wisdom, taking into consideration cultures and religions as well as the results of this study.
wisdom, philosophical and psychological perspective for wisdom, classification of wisdom measures, positive psychology perspective.
The Level of Aspiration and its Relationship to Academic Achievement and Some Variables Among Students with Visual Impairment at Al-Noor Institute for the Blind in Khartoum
The study aimed to identify the level of aspiration and its relationship to academic achievement and some variables among the visually impaired students. To achieve this, the descriptive method was used, and the scale of level of aspiration developed by Abed (2015) was administered to the study sample which consisted of (66) students. The study revealed that there was a high level of aspiration among students, and there was no relationship between the level of aspiration and academic achievement. It also indicated that there were no differences attributed to gender, class, and severity of disability, but there was no age-related relationship. The study concluded with a number of recommendations and suggestions.
level of aspiration, academic achievement, visual impairment.
Obstacles to Creative Teaching Among Male and Female Science Teachers in the Schools of Wadi As-Seir, Jordan
This study aimed at identifying obstacles to creative teaching among male and female science teachers in the schools of Wadi As-Seir, Jordan. The study population consisted of all male and female teachers who teach science for the basic stage in Wadi As-Seir District schools in Amman Governorate during the first semester of the academic year (2020/2021), and their number was (120) teachers. The study sample included (65) male and female teachers who responded to this study. To achieve the objectives of the study, a questionnaire was developed and used. The results of the study showed that the obstacles to creative teaching among male and female science teachers in the schools of Wadi As-Seir were very significant. There were no statistically significant differences attributed to the variables of gender and years of experience.
obstacles, creative teaching, Wadi Al-Seer educational area.
The Level of Coexistence with Pressures Among Talented and Average Students at Ajloun Area in Relation to Some Demographic Variables and Academic Achievement
The study aimed to identify the level of coexistence with pressures among a sample of talented and average students at schools in Ajloun area, Jordan in relation to some demographic variables, such as gender, class, educational level of parents, and academic achievement. To achieve this, the coexistence with pressures test, which was prepared according to psychological counseling and developed by Davis, Eshelman, and McKay (2000), was used. The validity and reliability of the test was tested. The sample consisted of 291 (96 talented students and 195 average students), who were selected by the random stratified method from high basic and secondary schools. The data was analyzed by using the arithmetic means, standard deviation, T. Test, ANOVA and the correlation coefficients. The results showed that the level of coexistence with pressures between the talented and average students was high and more than the medium, and there were statistically significant differences (α≤0.05) in the total degree of coexistence with pressures between talented and average students attributed to students type in favor of the average students. There were not any statistically significant differences in the total degree of coexistence with pressures between talented and average students attributed to the class variable. However, there were statistically significant differences (α≤0.05) in the total degree of coexistence with pressures among talented students attributed to the gender variable in favor of females, and there were statistically significant differences (α≤0.05) in the total degree of coexistence with pressures among average students attributed to gender variable in favor of males. Also, there were not any statistically significant differences in the total degree of coexistence with pressures between talented and average students attributed to parents’ education variable. There was a positive correlation coefficient in the level of coexistence with pressures degrees between the average students and the academic achievement. The results were discussed in the light of the theoretical framework and previous studies. In view of the findings, the study concluded with some recommendations.
coexistence with pressures, talented, academic achievement, demographic variables.