Journal of Educational Sciences

Front Matter

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Back Matter

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Editorial Foreword

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Editorial Foreword

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Table of Content

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Constructive Alignment Effectiveness in Learner- Centric Environment: The Experience of E-learning among Qatar University Female Students

2023-05-14T09:35:28+03:00

The concept of constructivist alignment is based on two concomitant principles: constructivism in learning, the coherence of teaching activities and assessment tasks on the one hand, and the intended learning outcomes on the other hand. Thus, focusing on what students learn and how they learn, rather than what topics the teacher will teach, requires defining learning outcomes, not just what students should learn (topic or content), as well as how that content will be learned according to specific standards. This study presents a realistic classroom experience that relies on the use of the constructivist strategy in the teaching and learning process to develop the method of self-teaching from theoretical and practical aspects to motivate learners' performance to build their knowledge. This research aims to explore the impact of using constructivist learning and learner-centered learning in building knowledge and examining the challenges and opportunities available for using the student-centered constructivist consensus methodology in the distance learning period, which was imposed by the spread of the Corona virus pandemic and its general closure, including different educational institutions. The results showed the students' ability to employ knowledge by activating the desired learning outcomes through various activities; this paved the way for the students to have a deeper analysis in the assessments. The results of the students' evaluation indicated that students’ engagement via online collaborative learning created opportunities for deep learning in times of disconnection.

Attitudes of Higher Education Students in the Sultanate of Oman towards Entrepreneurship, Its Challenges and Suggested Solutions

2023-05-14T10:10:02+03:00

The present study aimed to identify the attitudes of higher education students towards entrepreneurship and to reveal whether statistically significant differences were found in students’ attitudes towards entrepreneurship due to: gender, educational institution, economic level of the family, and the student’s GPA. It also investigated the most important challenges facing Omani youth in the field of entrepreneurship and their possible solutions. The study used the descriptive and analytical approach. Two questionnaires were distributed: Higher Education Students' Attitudes towards Entrepreneurship Questionnaire and Challenges and Solutions of Entrepreneurship Questionnaire. The study was applied to a stratified random sample which consisted of (1152) higher education students, of whom (629 were females and 523 were males). The results revealed high positive attitudes towards entrepreneurship among higher education students; however, there were no statistically significant differences in their attitudes towards entrepreneurship due to the economic level and the cumulative rate. Moreover, statistically significant gender differences appeared in the attitudes towards entrepreneurship in the two dimensions: creativity and independence, in favor of females, and the educational institution variable in favor of Sultan Qaboos University. The most important challenges facing Omani youth in the field of entrepreneurship were: the technical and administrative challenges, the investment environment challenges, and the societal challenges. Thematic data analysis of the entrepreneurship solutions proposed by the students revealed seven main solutions: training 33%, enacting laws governing the entrepreneurship sector 20.7%, awareness-raising 20%, financing 19.8%, supervision and follow-up 3.6%, entrepreneurial education 1.6%, motivating entrepreneurs, and marketing their products 1.3%.

Teachers’ Perceptions on the Reality of Science Projects in Developing Entrepreneurial Skills among Students of the Second Cycle Grades

2023-05-14T10:28:24+03:00

This study aimed to identify teachers’ perceptions about the reality of science projects in developing entrepreneurial skills among students of the second cycle grades. The study used the descriptive approach by applying a questionnaire consisting of two main axes: the nature of projects and entrepreneurship skills, and the method of implementing projects and entrepreneurship. The study sample consisted of 124 science teachers from different governorates of the Sultanate, and the validity and reliability of the questionnaire were verified. Data were collected and statistically processed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) program. The results indicated a low level of science teachers’ perceptions about the reality of science projects for the second cycle grades in developing students’ entrepreneurial skills. The results also indicate the absence of statistically significant differences in the level of teachers' perceptions about the reality of science projects in developing students’ entrepreneurial skills due to the gender variable. Besides, the results showed that teachers in science projects have less often applied strategies that contribute to developing entrepreneurial skills. As a result of the study, the study recommended conducting training programs for science teachers on strategies and methods that develop the skill of proactive behavior among students.

The Reality of the Induction Program for Novice teachers in the Qatari Education System: A pilot Study

2023-05-14T10:39:50+03:00

The study aimed to identify the current reality of the induction program to prepare new teachers in public schools in the State of Qatar, and also aimed to develop a formula for improving the current program, in light of the analysis of the program according to the conceptual framework developed by Stansbury and Zimmerman in 2000. To achieve these goals, analysis of induction program activities and strategies from published documents was conducted. Semi-structured interviews were held with several school principals, vice principals, and coordinators in order to support the data referenced in published documents, and to obtain additional details about the mechanisms for implementing activities, strategies, and the content of the induction program. The results showed that most of the activities currently used fit within the low intensity activities according to the classification of Stansbury and Zimmermann. Hence, the study recommended adding a group of high intensity activities that contribute to the retention of new teachers in their profession and to enhance their professional development.

Effect of Emotion Regulation Strategies on Emotions and Rational Decision-Making among Female Teachers in the First Cycle Schools in the Sultanate of Oman

2023-05-14T11:27:57+03:00

The current study aimed to investigate the effect of emotion regulation strategies (reappraisal and expressive suppression) as a-mediator in the relationship between emotions and rational decision-making in the classroom for female teachers in the first cycle in the Sultanate of Oman. Additionally, the study aimed to identify the levels of emotions, emotion regulation strategies and the style of rational decision making, in a sample of 500 female teachers. The study used a cross-sectional descriptive design. Participants were cluster method selected. The Rational Decision Style Scale, the Emotion Regulation Strategies Scale, and the Teacher Emotions Scale were administered to the study participants. The results of the standard regression analysis showed that there are positive direct effects of excitability of pleasure on rational decisions, of the stimulation of pleasure on the strategies of reappraisal and expressive suppression, and rationale and expressive repression strategies on rational decisions. Through the direct and indirect effects of multiple regression analyses in the Baron and Kenny method, the results showed that both reappraisal and expressive suppression strategies play a partial mediating role in the relationship between positive emotions (pleasure) and the pattern of rational decisions. The test results, arithmetic averages, standard deviations, and weighted averages also showed that the teachers have high levels of enjoying teaching with students during teaching and use the reappraisal strategy to regulate their emotions and rational decision-making, and they also have low levels of negative emotions (anger and anxiety) with students in classroom and intermediate level for the use of expressive suppression strategy.

Contribution of an E-learning Instructional Design Model in Developing Palestinian Teachers’ Professional Competencies during COVID-19 Pandemic from their Perspectives

2023-05-14T11:38:38+03:00

The current study aimed to develop an e-learning instructional design model that combines 5Es model with e-learning, cooperative learning and problem-solving strategies through hierarchical procedures applied concurrently with continuous evaluation and self-reflection of students in their learning. The study explored the contribution of the model, which was entitled as GHOSHEH model for instructional design, in developing teachers’ professional competencies during COVID-19 pandemic from perspectives of a group of Palestinian teachers who employed the model during COVID-19 pandemic in designing e-learning lessons and implementing them. The study used mixed methods, and tried to achieve triangulation by applying three instruments: A descriptive case study that includes Arabic language teachers who employed the model during COVID-19 pandemic in designing Arabic lessons and teaching them electronically, a questionnaire to evaluate the e-learning design model, and focus groups with teachers who employed the model. Results showed that teachers agreed to a large degree on the role of the e-learning instructional design model in developing some of their professional competencies related to planning, implementing e-learning, communicating and supporting students to develop their skills. Therefore, the researchers recommended adopting the e-learning instructional design model in designing electronic lessons for students.

Self-Expansion Drive and its Relationship to the Flow in the Work Environment among Primary School Teachers

2023-05-14T12:14:42+03:00

The study aimed to identify the level of the self-expansion drive, the flow in the work environment, the verification of the correlation between them, and the detection of differences in the self-expansion drive, and the flow in the work environment according to the gender variable. The study sample consisted of (147) teachers. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher used two tools for the study: the self-expansion drive scale prepared by the researcher, and the work environment flow meter prepared by Wolfigiel & Czerw, (2017). The study results showed the high level of self-expansion drive, and the flow in the work environment, and the existence of a positive correlation between the self-expansion drive and the flow in the work environment; on the other hand, the results showed no statistically significant differences in the self-expansion drive, and the flow in the work environment, depending on the gender variable.

Quality of Public Services Providing during Corona Pandemic (COVID-19) as Perceived by Service Providers and Beneficiaries in Sultanate of Oman

2023-05-14T12:24:04+03:00

Objective: As a result of the massive impact of Corona (COVID-19) pandemic on several facets of life, public institutions in different service sectors have dramatically changed their classic ways of providing services to new mechanisms and alternatives to accommodate the impact of the pandemic. As a response to the pandemic and its impact, the study aims to investigate the perceptions of service providers and beneficiaries about the quality of services providing from several public service institutions in Sultanate of Oman throughout the pandemic. Methods: Two questionnaires were electronically distributed to two samples: 155 service beneficiaries and 150 service providers from some public service institutions. Results: Results showed that the quality of service providing was moderate as perceived by providers and weak as perceived by beneficiaries. In addition, results showed that the public service institutions had faced several challenges during the pandemic. Conclusion: There is a need for several measures to improve the quality of public service providing during Corona pandemic including technology operationalization and infrastructure.

Trainees’ Perception towards Online Training at The Specialized Institute for Professional Training of Teachers in Light of the COVID-19 Pandemic in the Sultanate of Oman

2023-05-14T12:31:04+03:00

The aim of this study is to know trainees’ perception towards online training at The Specialized Institute for Professional Training of Teachers in the Sultanate of Oman in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. It also aims at identifying the challenges facing online training. To address these issues, a descriptive study of (686) male and female trainees was undertaken. During the study, data was collected using a questionnaire. The study found that the level of online training at the Specialized Institute for Professional Training of Teacher was high from the trainees’ perception. In addition, the study revealed that the positive aspects of online training include flexibility of attending training, acquiring skill in employing technology, and self-learning. The trainees pointed out a set of challenges, which they encountered during the distance training. These include slow internet connection, length of the training day and insufficient skills in using Microsoft Teams program.

The Role of the School Administration in Overcoming the Distance Learning Problems Facing Teachers during the Corona Pandemic

2023-05-14T12:55:25+03:00

The study aimed to identify the role of the school administration in overcoming the problems of distance learning (technological, behavioral, administrative, health, and methodological problems) facing teachers during the Corona pandemic, and to find statistically significant differences between the means of the sample according to the variables: (gender, educational districts, and major). It also searched the predictive ability of the (behavioral, administrative, health, and methodological) problems after overcoming technological problems. In order to achieve these goals, the study adopted the descriptive and analytical approach, so a questionnaire was designed and applied to (516) teachers. The study found that the role of the school administration in overcoming the problems of distance learning (technological, behavioral, administrative, health, and methodological problems) facing teachers during the Corona pandemic came in a moderate degree and in the following order: (a) Methodological problems; (B) Behavioral problems; (V) Administrative problems; (W) Health problems; And (c) Technological problems. Also, statistically significant differences were found in the gender variable in favor of females in technological, behavioral, and administrative problems, and there were no statistically significant differences in the subject variable and the educational districts. The study, in addition, reported the existence of a high degree interaction among the teachers in solving the (behavioral, administrative, health, and methodological) problems, an interaction through which they assisted the school administration in solving technological problems. Based on these results, the study recommended restructuring the educational curricula to coincide and suit the time allocated for presenting them in innovative digital methods and methods.

Editorial Board

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