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The Effective of Flipped Classroom Instruction on Students' Academic Performance in Dubai Private Schools
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2021-03) RASHID, ALI OSAMA
This study aims to investigate the extent of the impact of applying the FCI flipped classroom method on the student’s academic level and academic achievement in private schools in Dubai. The study also investigates teachers ’opinion and their views on the effectiveness of applying FCI and whether it can be used in various subjects and stages of the study. This study was conducted in Dubai in the private school sector, where 51 teachers were involved from two different schools that follow the American curriculum in the education system. The mixed approach (MMR) was also followed in the research method, where a questionnaire was used for the data collection in the quantitative approach, and the focus interview (FGD) was used for the qualitative approach. To collect data, the researcher prepared a questionnaire consisting of 25 open-ended questions and 3 other open-ended questions. In addition to holding a discussion session through the ZOOM application with a group of teachers. A paper was prepared to contain a set of (6 questions) related to the research objectives on the application of the flipped classroom, and the participants took the time and space necessary for discussion. The results were collected and analyzed through the SPSS program, and the results showed that the use of the flipped classroom method in Dubai Private Schools has a positive impact on both the academic level of students, the work of classroom activities, the promotion of teamwork among the students, the transformation of the teacher's role from lecturer to directed to students during The educational session. There were also some opinions indicating that the technical problems related to the Internet and the problems of electronic devices may impede the work of the students of distance learning, and some opinions preferred to reserve the flipped classroom method on literary subjects more than scientific materials.
Effectiveness of Concept Mapping: A Constructivist based Educational Strategy on Grade Seven Arab Students' Academic Achievement in Chemistry
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2016-05) Thomas, Nimmy M.
The present study aimed to determine the effects of concept mapping, a constructivist based learning strategy, on academic achievement in chemistry. The participants were 64 grade seven students in a K-12 British curriculum private school in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. The study employed a quasi-experimental, pre-test, post-test design using an achievement test called CMAT (Chemistry Matter Achievement Test). The experimental group were taught a topic in chemistry with concept mapping strategy for a period of four weeks and the control group were taught the same topic using expository method for the same period of time. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The mean post test score of the experimental group was found to significantly be higher than the mean post test score of the control group. Results showed that concept mapping is an effective strategy for teaching and learning chemistry concepts. The data analysis also revealed that the concept mapping strategy is capable of enhancing learners’ mastery of content at higher order levels of cognition. The findings of this study recommended that chemistry educators should use concept mapping strategy as a pedagogical and evaluation tool as it can enhance students’ meaningful understanding of chemistry concepts, longer retention of information and academic performance in the subject content.
The impact of teachers’ leadership styles on the students’ academic achievement and behavior in a cycle 3 private school in Fujairah
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2021-06) Elshabrawy, Ahmed Mohamed Mohamed
It is a real fact that leadership is the key to success in any organization, especially in the field of education. The current study investigated the most effective leadership styles that can be implemented by the teachers in a private cycle 3 school in Al Fujairah. The aim of the study was to find the impact of the teachers’ leadership on the academic achievement and the behavior of the students. The researcher employed the mixed research methodology which included both quantitative and qualitative research methods in order to increase the validity and the reliability of the study. The researcher also involved the students, the teachers, and the principal in the study in order to get an overwhelming perspective about the most effective leadership styles that can enhance the academic achievement and the positive behavior of the students. The main findings of the study showed that teachers who are knowledgeable about the curriculum, use various teaching methods, build positive relationship with the students, provide constructive feedback, and give students the opportunity to share their ideas and be innovative are real leaders who can affect the academic achievement and the behavior of the students positively. The key findings also indicate that the principal should support the teachers, motivate them, and provide them with the required resources to enhance their leadership skills.
Impacts of technology assisted science teaching on students learning outcome for 9th grade students in a private school in Dubai
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2019-10) NEMER, REEMA
The search for learning and teaching methods has led to the exploration of various methods such as traditional and technology integrated. In addition to that, there has been controversies surrounding the use of technology in the classroom. This study is conducted to determine the effectiveness of integrating technology methods over the traditional teacher-centered way of teaching science classes. The aim of the study is test how effective integration of ICT is in the classroom. Key studies consulted in this study are the numerous literature synthesis that have been done by previous researchers on the use of technology in class rooms. In this study, a mixed method research design is applied, involving experimental design and the use of questionnaires. The experiential approach was used to make comparisons between the two methods, while surveys helped determine the attitudes of teacher, students and their parents towards the use of technology-assisted teaching methods in the class. Both the experiential and control groups with 15 students and had similar scores in the pre-test exams. They were then taught two science lessons with the same teacher, but using different methodologies. The test group learned using technology-assisted methods while the control group learned through the traditional methods. Both students and parents took part in the experiment that lasted for 12 weeks. After data analysis, the findings showed that integrating technology in the classroom is more effective than the traditional teacher-centered method for 9th-grade science classes in terms of academic achievement.
Is emotional intelligence an indicator of academic achievement for elementary school students in Dubai?
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2017-06) SHAKKY, PASCALE ELIAS
With the increasing challenges of educating today’s students, it has become necessary to look beyond mere cognitive abilities and knowledge acquisition and find other ways to reach the teenage heart and mind. One such other way of reaching students is through the affective domain or what has come to be known as emotional intelligence (El). The aim of this research is to study the relationship between emotional intelligence and academic achievement for elementary grade students, living in Dubai. Before performing the methodology, the literature consulted comprised the history of emotional intelligence and how the concept was developed, well known emotional intelligence theories, in addition to previously conducted research, similar to this paper, conducted in different geographical locations and circumstances. After that, the quantitative research method has been used for the purpose of this research, where the emotional intelligence test TEIQue-CSF (Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire – Child Short Form) was employed. A sample of 100 students has been selected. Their grades and emotional intelligence levels have been compared, trying to find a relationship. The findings suggest that no relationship occurs between the two. However, the data was not significant, so no assertions were made.
The One-to-One Laptop Initiative in Science Classes in the United Arab Emirates High Schools
(The British University in Dubai (BUiD), 2013-03) El Sabbagh, Maha Mostafa
Technology has affected education in several ways. This study investigated the one-to-one laptop initiative in the Applied Technology High school in the United Arab Emirates. It examined the implementation of laptops in science classes, teachers and students attitudes and how the initiative affected the students’ academic achievement. The data collection tools used were teachers and students questionnaires and students mark review. The results of the study suggested that teachers and students had positive attitudes as well as some negatives during the implementation. It also concluded that students have achieved better when they use laptops to study science. The study concluded with implications and recommendations for better implementation of one-to-one laptop initiative in schools.
The Relationship between Organisational Health and Teachers’ Absenteeism in Schools” A Case Study in a Private School in Amman, Jordan
(The British University in Dubai, 2019-09) Saleh, Mahasen
Educational systems have undergone unprecedented change all over the world. This is due to the continuous need for educational reform and the necessity to hold administrators accountable. This surge has created new challenges for principals, and it demands that schools consistently strive to meet the highest standards. Therefore, schools must maintain their organizational health to facilitate a productive work environment for teachers. The goal is to prevent teacher absenteeism since they are the main service providers. The objectives of an educational institution can only be achieved if their teachers are mentally and physically present. To date, there is no research focusing on a school’s organisational health (OH) and teacher absenteeism (TA). This study aims to explore the relationship between the level of OH and TA in a secondary private school in Amman, Jordan. The theoretical Framework was based on Nicholson’s “Attachment” Theory, Herzberg's Motivators Hygiene Factors, and Parsonian social systems theory. A quantitative analysis included a population consisting of 30 secondary school teachers. The organizational health inventory (OHI-S) of (Feldman & Hoy, 2000) was used to measure the health of the school. Questionnaires were provided to consider organizational factors of absenteeism and the attendance status of respondents. The data obtained was analysed using SPSS software version 21. A descriptive analysis utilizing the Pearson Correlation Coefficient determined the strength of the relationship between the two variables. The study revealed that there is a negative correlation between the school’s OH level and TA. From the perspective of the secondary teachers the resulting value was r= -0.581**. As such, to reduce teacher absenteeism, schools must maintain a good level of OH. In particular, the dimensions of Institutional Integrity, Resource Support and Consideration are essential. Furthermore, schools need to work on reducing workload, providing incentive programmes and having effective leadership that promotes teachers' engagement and welfare. Further research is highly recommended to investigate the relationship between these two variables. It would be beneficial to include public schools and the other levels of education for future studies. A comparative analysis between schools would also be useful focusing on OH and how it affects students’ academic achievement.

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