Palestine Technical College Journal for Research and Studies
Palestine Technical College Journal for Research and Studies Issued by the Scientific Research Department – Palestine Technical College – Deir El-Balah The Palestine Technical College Journal for Research and Studies is a peer-reviewed scientific journal concerned with publishing original and distinguished research papers. The journal specializes in publishing research in the fields of humanities.
Self-management among secondary school principals in the southern governorates of Palestine
The study aimed to identify the degree of self-management practice among secondary school principals in the southern governorates of Palestine from their own perspectives and to determine whether there were statistically significant differences at the significance level (α ≤ 0.05) in the mean ratings of the respondents regarding the degree of self-management practice attributable to the variables of gender and educational qualification. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher employed the descriptive survey approach. Based on the relevant literature, a questionnaire consisting of (28) items was developed. After establishing its validity and reliability, the questionnaire was administered to a sample of (142) male and female principals selected through a comprehensive survey method. The results revealed that the degree of self-management practice among secondary school principals was high. The findings also indicated that there were no statistically significant differences in the principals’ ratings of their self-management practices attributable to the variables of gender and educational qualification.
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Job satisfaction and its relationship with professional competence among administrative employees at Al-Aqsa University in Gaza
The present study aimed to investigate the relationship between job satisfaction and professional competence among administrative employees at Al-Aqsa University, identify the levels of both variables, and examine differences in the study variables attributable to the demographic variables of gender and job title. To achieve the study objectives, the researcher employed the descriptive-analytical approach. The job satisfaction and professional competence scales, developed by the researcher, were administered to a sample of (222) administrative employees at Al-Aqsa University. The results revealed a moderate level of job satisfaction among administrative employees, with a percentage of (75.3%), and a high level of professional competence, with a percentage of (92.9%). The findings also indicated a statistically significant relationship between job satisfaction and professional competence, with a correlation coefficient of (0.476). Furthermore, no statistically significant differences were found in the study variables attributable to gender, whereas statistically significant differences were found in job satisfaction and professional competence attributable to job title, in favor of department managers.
Organizational power and its impact on enhancing organizational commitment from the perspective of senior management at Al-Quds Open University in the Gaza Strip
The study aimed to examine the impact of organizational power, with its five dimensions (legitimate power, reward power, coercive power, expert power, and referent power), on enhancing organizational commitment from the perspective of senior management at Al-Quds Open University in the Gaza Strip. To achieve the study objectives, the researchers employed the descriptive-analytical approach and used a questionnaire as the primary data collection instrument. A comprehensive survey method was also adopted. A total of (50) questionnaires were distributed, of which (46) were returned, yielding a response rate of (92%). The findings revealed that both organizational power and organizational commitment were at high levels. The results also indicated a statistically significant correlation and impact between organizational power, in its various dimensions, and organizational commitment. Furthermore, no statistically significant differences were found in respondents’ perceptions of organizational power and organizational commitment attributable to gender, age, educational qualification, job title, or years of service. The study recommended strengthening organizational power among employees of Al-Quds Open University in the Gaza Strip and creating an appropriate organizational climate that contributes to enhancing their level of organizational commitment.
Attitudes of a sample of middle school students in UNRWA schools in the Central Governorate and their teachers toward e-learning
The study aimed to identify the attitudes of middle school students and their teachers toward e-learning in UNRWA schools in the Central Governorate and to examine differences in these attitudes according to gender and years of service. To achieve the study objectives, the researcher employed the descriptive-analytical approach. The study was conducted on a sample of (62) teachers, including (32) males and (30) females, in addition to (216) middle school students, comprising (104) males and (112) females, selected through simple random sampling. The study relied on an attitude scale developed by the researcher as the primary instrument for data collection. The findings revealed that the attitudes of middle school students and their teachers toward e-learning were moderate. The results also indicated significant differences in students’ and teachers’ attitudes according to gender, in favor of males, whereas no statistically significant differences were found in teachers’ attitudes attributable to years of service. The study recommended promoting positive attitudes toward e-learning among students by increasing activities that develop their skills in using e-learning technologies. It also emphasized the importance of training and qualifying teachers to use electronic applications through specialized courses on software and methods of using them.
The effect of a sports performance-based program on enhancing teamwork skills among students of the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport at Al-Aqsa University: An experimental study
The study aimed to investigate the effect of a program based on sports performances on enhancing teamwork skills among students of the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport at Al-Aqsa University. The researcher employed a quasi-experimental approach. The study sample consisted of (60) third-level students from the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport at Al-Aqsa University. Data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) to answer the study questions, measure the overall effect size, and compare the mean scores of the experimental group in the post-test and follow-up measurements. The results indicated statistically significant differences in favor of the post-test measurement, while no statistically significant differences were found between the post-test and follow-up measurements. The study recommended promoting students’ participation in sports performances and integrating them into academic programs and university activities due to their role in developing teamwork skills.
The impact of technical training on finding employment opportunities in information technology companies in the Gaza Strip
The study evaluated the role of technical training in finding employment opportunities in information technology companies in the Gaza Strip. A descriptive-analytical approach and a comprehensive survey were employed due to the small study population, which consisted of (72) managers and administrators. These companies included Inspire Technology Solutions, Developers Company, Modern Technologies Company, Avatar Information Technology Company, and Atiaf Technology Company. Data were collected using a (25)-item questionnaire, of which (55) valid responses were retrieved. Results showed that graduates’ administrative, technical, and creative skills were available at a moderate level (63.503%), while technical skills were relatively weak (53.564%). The findings also revealed a gap between labor market needs and graduates’ competencies, as well as a need for technical colleges to better equip graduates with the skills required in modern IT fields (53.636%). In addition, a statistically significant positive correlation was found at the significance level (α ≤ 0.05) between graduates’ training skills and labor market requirements. The study recommends that technical colleges develop training programs aligned with current market needs and strengthen coordination with employers and relevant institutions to help bridge the gap between workforce demands and graduates’ skills.
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The effectiveness of digital assessment using the Plickers program in enhancing academic achievement and motivation toward learning assessment among sixth-grade female students in the Gaza Strip
The study investigated the effectiveness of using Plickers as a digital assessment tool in enhancing academic achievement and motivation toward its use in learning assessment among sixth-grade female students in the Gaza Strip. A quasi-experimental design was employed to examine its effect on academic achievement, while a descriptive survey approach was used to measure motivation. The instruments included an achievement test and a motivation scale. The population consisted of all sixth-grade female students at a school in the northern Gaza Strip, totaling (236) students. A purposive sample comprised 36 students from Class 6(1) and 38 from Class 6(2), the researcher's two classes, representing the control and experimental groups, respectively. Results showed no statistically significant differences at the significance level (α = 0.05) between the mean achievement scores of the two groups. However, Plickers proved effective in enhancing motivation toward learning. The study recommends integrating the tool into classroom assessment across subjects and educational levels, incorporating digital assessment skills into teachers’ professional development programs, and utilizing it in school administration for attendance monitoring, student council elections, and surveys.
The degree of electronic management practice among secondary school principals in the Gaza Governorates during the COVID-19 pandemic and its relationship to their time management
The study aimed to identify the degree to which secondary school principals in the Gaza Governorates practiced electronic management during the COVID-19 pandemic and its relationship to their time management. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher employed the descriptive correlational approach due to its suitability for the purposes of the study. The study instrument consisted of a questionnaire comprising (88) items distributed across two dimensions. The first dimension, electronic management, consisted of six domains including (63) items, while the second dimension, time management, consisted of (25) items. The questionnaire was administered to a random sample of (362) teachers during the first semester of the 2022/2023 academic year. The findings revealed that the degree of electronic management practice among secondary school principals in the Gaza Governorates was moderate, with a relative weight of (62.80%). The degree of time management practice was high, with a relative weight of (71.84%). The results also indicated a statistically significant positive correlation between the degree of electronic management practice and the degree of time management practice. The study recommended providing the financial and material resources necessary to support the transition toward electronic management, equipping schools with the latest devices and software required for its implementation, and promoting the exchange of expertise and cooperation in the field of digital transformation through meetings and training courses.
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The status of school media in public schools in the Gaza governorates and mechanisms for enhancing it from the perspective of its coordinators
The study aimed to examine the status of school media in public schools in the Gaza Governorates, including its tools, media channels, forms, methods, the level of attention it receives, patterns of interaction with it, the obstacles facing it, and proposed mechanisms for strengthening its presence within the educational environment. The study is classified as a descriptive study that employed the survey method, specifically the survey of practice patterns approach. Data were collected through a questionnaire distributed to a random sample of (204) respondents drawn from the study population, which consisted of (429) school media coordinators working in public schools across the Gaza Governorates. The study concluded that school media coordinators demonstrated a high level of awareness regarding the importance and role of school media, and that their level of engagement in carrying out its activities was also high. School radio ranked as the most frequently used form of school media, with a relative weight of 96.9%, followed by digital media (social networks, platforms, and electronic applications), while media exhibitions ranked last. Facebook was the most widely used media tool among school media coordinators, with a relative weight of 98.4%, followed by school radio, WhatsApp groups, newspapers, bulletins, and printed publications, whereas YouTube ranked last with a low level of use. The study recommended allocating a number of teaching periods to school media coordinators to enable them to effectively follow up and manage media activities without imposing an additional workload on them.
The reality of using infographic art on the websites of partisan newspapers in the Gaza Strip
The study aimed to identify the extent to which infographic art is used by Palestinian partisan newspapers, the motives behind its use, the gratifications achieved through its use, as well as its advantages and disadvantages. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researchers employed the survey method and adopted a comprehensive survey approach. The study population and sample consisted of (30) employees working at Al-Resalah and Al-Istiqlal newspapers. The study yielded several findings, most notably the ease of using infographic art in realistic visual representation and the ability of some Palestinian newspapers to employ it effectively. The findings also indicated that designing infographics requires the ability and skill to represent data visually. Furthermore, the results revealed statistically significant differences in the use of infographic art by partisan newspapers in the Gaza Strip attributable to the profession variable, whereas no statistically significant differences were found with respect to gender, age, or newspaper affiliation. The study recommended expanding the use of infographic art in partisan newspapers, introducing modern technological tools and techniques into the journalistic work environment, and increasing training programs for newspaper staff on the effective use of infographics, thereby enhancing their application and further developing their use in partisan newspapers.
Strategic entrepreneurship and its relationship to enhancing the quality of work life among employees of the Palestine Red Crescent Society in the southern governorates
The study aimed to demonstrate the relationship between the strategic entrepreneurship with enhancing the quality of work life of the staff of the Palestinian Red Crescent Society in the southern governorates. The study items were applied to a stratified sample, the number of which was "75" from the administrative class only, working in the association., and the method of comprehensive survey of all the elements of the real society has been used for adult study "104". The study followed the analytical descriptive curriculum and relied on identification and brainstorming groups to collect data on the problem in question. The results showed a statistically relevant correlation between strategic entrepreneurship and the quality of work life of the staff of the Palestinian Red Crescent Society in the southern governorates. The association's degree of strategic entrepreneurship came at a large relative weight (77.31%). The degree of availability of career quality came at a large relative weight (74.48%). The study also recommended the adoption of an incentive and reward system that is known to all and achieves justice among the association's employees, and to promote leadership thinking among workers by encouraging creativity and innovation.
The degree of electronic management implementation at Palestine Technical College from the perspective of its employees and ways to improve it
The study aimed to identify the degree of electronic management implementation at Palestine Technical College from the perspective of its employees and to determine whether there were statistically significant differences at the significance level (α ≤ 0.05) attributable to the variables of gender, years of service, and educational qualification. Using the descriptive survey approach and drawing on relevant literature, a questionnaire consisting of (30) items was developed and distributed across five dimensions: administrative, financial, human, technical, and security. After establishing its validity and reliability, the questionnaire was administered using the comprehensive survey method to the entire study population, which consisted of (127) male and female employees. The findings revealed that the degree of electronic management implementation at Palestine Technical College was high across all dimensions, with a relative weight of (73.72%). The results also showed no statistically significant differences attributable to the variables of years of service and educational qualification, whereas statistically significant differences were found with respect to gender, in favor of female employees. The study recommended qualifying, training, and developing employees’ skills in the use of computerized technologies and software applications. It also recommended enhancing electronic management projects and their supporting infrastructure through the provision of financial support and the recruitment of personnel with expertise and technical skills in the field of digital technology.
Smart leadership and its relationship to strategic success: a case study of Palestine Technical College
The study aimed to identify the degree of smart leadership practices and the level of strategic success at Palestine Technical College from the perspective of its employees. The researcher employed the descriptive analytical approach and used a questionnaire as the main instrument for data collection. The questionnaire, in its final form, consisted of (44) items. The study population comprised (189) employees, and (90) questionnaires were successfully retrieved. The comprehensive survey method was adopted, and the questionnaire was administered electronically. The findings revealed that the degree of smart leadership practices was moderate, with a relative weight of (62.96%), while the level of strategic success was also moderate, with a relative weight of (60.98%). Furthermore, the results indicated a statistically significant correlation between the degree of smart leadership practices and the level of strategic success at Palestine Technical College.
Evaluation of industrial companies listed on the Palestine Exchange based on their financial performance using multi-criteria techniques
The industrial sector is one of the important sectors in the field of business and investment for decision makers and investors. Accordingly, evaluating the financial performance of companies operating in this sector is a key factor in determining the destination of investors. The evaluation process includes contradictory criteria and information that complicates the evaluation process and fails to build a reliable and accurate financial performance of the company. This study aims to evaluate the financial performance of the industrial companies listed on Palestine Stock Exchange between 2017 to 2021 by defining a set of (16) financial ratios covering areas of (liquidity, activity, indebtedness, profitability, market, and growth). The entropy method is used to identify the relative weights of criteria, and then the financial performance of industrial companies is analyzed and assessed using multi-criteria decision-making techniques of TOPSIS and VIKOR. The most important result of the study is the ranking of the industrial companies from best to worth. Also, the study recommended with confidence the strength of the financial performance of each of the Vegetable Oil Industries Co. and Birzeit Pharmaceutical Co., and accordingly investors can be advised to invest in these companies taking into consideration risk and benefiting from investment portfolios.
Human foundations in Islamic military thought: an objective Qur’anic study
The study aimed to identify the human foundations of the Islamic military system in light of the Holy Qur’an, clarify the concept and tasks of military human resource management, and emphasize the necessity of possessing the qualities of both soldiers and leaders. It also sought to highlight the importance of adhering to the guidance of the Qur’an in this regard, as it represents a source of strength and advancement. Furthermore, the study examined the Qur’anic approach to connecting military personnel, both leaders and soldiers, with the Book of Allah through education and guidance. The researcher employed the inductive method to trace Qur’anic verses related to the topic, in addition to the analytical and deductive method to derive insights, benefits, and rulings associated with the subject. The study concluded that the Holy Qur’an referred to several important factors emphasizing the necessity of enhancing the human foundations of the Islamic military system and highlighted their role in determining the status of the Islamic army. Among the most prominent recommendations were establishing mutual understanding among different military forces, unifying military terminology through a standardized glossary applicable at all military levels, and preparing military experts and consultants with experience, knowledge, and competence to provide sound guidance in times of crises, challenges, and success.
Frameworks for presenting the image of Jordan in light of its reception of Arab refugees: an analytical study of the BBC website
The study stems from a research problem related to the coverage of the refugee issue in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan by international news websites, particularly since this issue is considered one of the central issues. The study problem focused on monitoring the image of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan as a host country for refugees. The study also aimed to reveal the extent of international news websites’ interest in refugee issues in Jordan. The study is classified as a descriptive, analytical, and interpretive study, as it relied on analyzing, monitoring, and describing the phenomenon under investigation. The study adopted the media survey method using a content analysis form. The study population consisted of news materials published on the Arabic-language BBC website during the period from June 1, 2019, to June 30, 2021. The study reached several findings, most notably that health-related refugee issues ranked first among the topics covered by the study website, and that the news correspondent was the most frequently used source in covering these issues. Consequently, news stories and news reports were among the most commonly used journalistic forms, emphasizing the official role of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in caring for refugees. The study concluded with several recommendations, most importantly the need to diversify the use of more in-depth journalistic forms in addressing refugee issues, such as investigative journalism and feature stories, in addition to diversifying presentation tools to attract attention and keep pace with technological developments, such as the use of infographics, video graphics, and hyperlinks.
Arabic terminology in the fields of life: religiously, socially and economically
This research aims to examine the Arabic language in various fields of practical life, including commercial, industrial, and agricultural domains, as well as its extension from the desert environment to marketplaces. It also explores how religious sayings influence the individual’s psyche and contribute to refining social relationships and moral behavior. Furthermore, the study seeks to highlight the employment and uses of the Arabic language in diverse aspects of practical life.
Management by values and its relationship to administrative creativity among public school principals from the teachers’ perspective in Palestine
The study aimed to identify the relationship between management by values and administrative creativity among public school principals in the southern governorates of Palestine. The researcher adopted the descriptive approach, and the study population consisted of male and female teachers working in public schools in the southern governorates of Palestine, totaling (450) teachers, while the study sample consisted of (150) teachers. The findings revealed that the level of management by values ranged between (3.653–3.883), with a relative weight ranging from (73.1%–77.7%), indicating a high level from the teachers’ perspective. The dimension of organizational justice ranked first, while the dimension of integrity and transparency ranked last, with a relative weight of (73.1%). The arithmetic mean of administrative creativity reached (3.698) with a relative weight of (74%), and the fluency dimension ranked first among the dimensions of administrative creativity, whereas flexibility ranked last. The results also showed a strong positive statistically significant correlation at the significance level of (1%) between management by values and administrative creativity. The study recommended developing the skills of principals and teachers through training workshops and seminars supervised by the Ministry of Education, in addition to hosting experts in the field of administrative creativity to enhance their professional skills.
The effectiveness of the play strategy in enabling third grade students to acquire concepts of national and life education in Palestine and their attitudes toward it
The current study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of the play strategy in helping third grade students acquire concepts of national and life education in Palestine and to identify their attitudes toward it. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher employed both the descriptive and quasi-experimental approaches. Two instruments were designed for the study: a concepts test and an attitude scale. The study was conducted on one group consisting of (16) male and female third grade students during the first semester of the 2022–2023 academic year. After conducting the experiment, the results revealed statistically significant differences at the significance level (α ≤ 0.05) between the mean scores of the experimental group in the concepts test due to the pre- and post-application, in favor of the post-application. The findings also showed that students’ attitudes toward the play strategy after its use in teaching national and life education exceeded the minimum acceptable level of 70%. In addition, the strategy demonstrated a high degree of effectiveness in developing students’ acquisition of national and life education concepts, scoring (1.66) according to Black’s modified gain ratio. Finally, the study presented several recommendations, the most important of which were raising the awareness of school administrations, teachers, and parents about the importance of making children’s teaching and learning as child-centered as possible, and emphasizing the value of play as a teaching strategy due to its role in supporting children’s academic progress. The study also highlighted the importance of providing teachers with the equipment and tools necessary to effectively employ play in teaching. Furthermore, teachers should be encouraged to use play creatively and actively, as it contributes to simplifying instruction, reviewing and summarizing concepts, and attracting children’s attention.
The impact of entrepreneurial orientation on enhancing knowledge capital in technical colleges in the Gaza Strip from the perspective of administrative leaders
The study aimed at clarifying the impact of the entrepreneurial orientation (creativity, seizing opportunities, risk taking, competition) on enhancing knowledge capital (human capital, structural capital, and relationship capital) from the prospective of administrative leaders at technical colleges in Gaza Strip. The researcher used the descriptive analytical approach and the questionnaire was used as a main tool for data collection consisting in its final form of (49) items. The study population included (135) administrative leaders working in the largest (4) technical colleges in terms of the number of employees. The comprehensive survey method was used in the study, and the recovery rate of questionnaire was (87%). The study used the statistical analysis program (SPSS) for data entry and processing.The results of this study are the following: there is a statistically significant positive correlation between the dimensions of entrepreneurial orientation (creativity, seizing opportunities, risk taking, and competition) and knowledge capital in technical colleges in the Gaza Strip and there is a positive effect between the dimensions of the entrepreneurial orientation on knowledge capital in these technical colleges. Also, there are statistically significant differences between the averages of the respondents on the entrepreneurial orientation and the enhancement of knowledge capital attributable to the institution in favor of the University College of Applied Sciences, and there are statistically significant differences between the averages of the respondents on the entrepreneurial orientation and enhancing knowledge capital due to the personal job qualities (genders, age, Job title, academic qualification and years of service).
Sustainable leadership in private universities in Gaza Governorate in light of the requirements of the Fourth Industrial Revolution
The study aimed to identify the degree of sustainable leadership practice in the private Palestinian universities in the governorates of Gaza in the light of the requirements of the fourth industrial revolution from the point of view of its academic leaders, and to reveal whether there were statistically significant differences at the level of significance (α ≥ 0.05) between the average degrees of the sample members' estimate of the degree of The practice of sustainable leadership in the private Palestinian universities in the governorates of Gaza in the light of the requirements of the fourth industrial revolution due to: (service years and educational qualification). The descriptive survey approach was used and a questionnaire was built consisting of (23) items divided into four main dimensions: (human resource development, long-term orientation, creativity, and social responsibility). After verifying its validity and reliability, it was applied using Comprehensive inventory method on (121) academic leaders.The findings of the study showed that the degree of practicing sustainable leadership in the private Palestinian universities in the Gaza governorates was "high" , with a relative weight (72.4%).The results also showed that there were no statistically significant differences at the significance level (α < 0.05) between the average scores of the sample members' estimation of the degree of practicing sustainable leadership in private Palestinian universities in the light of the requirements of the fourth industrial revolution were attributed to variables of : (service years and educational qualification). The study recommended organizing training courses to empower faculty members and provide them with the knowledge and skills that help them to employ modern digital means in the educational process.
The impact of electronic discussions on improving the level of academic achievement, retention of learning, and achievement motivation among female students of Al-Aqsa Community College for Intermediate Studies in Gaza
The study aimed to explore the impact of electronic discussions on improving the level of academic achievement, learning retention and motivation for achievement among female students at the department of educational sciences, Al-Aqsa Community College for Intermediate Studies - Gaza. The researcher followed the experimental approach, with its semi-experimental design; based on designing two groups with pre-post measurement. Each group consisted of (20) students. The experimental group used electronic synchronous discussions, while the control group used face-to-face discussions. The study used an achievement test and a measure of achievement motivation. The results revealed that, using the electronic discussions had a high effect on the experimental group for developing academic achievement, keeping the learning effect, while it had a middle effect of developing the motivation for achievement. The most recommended point by the research was the necessity of employing electronic discussions in the educational system and managing them correctly to achieve desired educational goals.
The role of non-audit fees in audit quality: a field study on audit firms operating in the Gaza Strip
The study aimed to identify the role of non-audit fees in audit quality. The study adopted the descriptive approach through designing a questionnaire for data collection. The study sample consisted of (40) employees working in audit firms, of which (33) valid questionnaires were retrieved for statistical analysis. Statistical analyses were conducted using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) to obtain the study results. The findings revealed that there were no statistically significant differences at the significance level (α ≤ 0.05) regarding the role of non-audit fees in audit quality attributable to the variables of educational qualification, specialization, age, and years of experience. The study recommended that company managements should develop consulting, financial, and accounting services in order to identify future financial needs, in addition to training external auditors and enhancing their professional competence in a way that improves audit quality.
The role of secondary school principals in promoting social peace among students and its relationship to their culture of tolerance from the perspective of secondary school teachers: an exploratory study
The study aims to identify the role of secondary school principals in promoting social peace and their relationship to the culture of tolerance among students from the teachers point of view’ The researcher uses the descriptive analytical method .approach in its analytical style. The study population consists of secondary school teachers in the schools of the governorates of the Gaza Strip, amounting to (3848) male and female teachers, and the study sample amounted to (385) male and female teachers. The researcher built the study tool (the questionnaire). The study found the following results: The role of secondary school principals in promoting social peace reached (72.39%), where it came after sound management in the first place with a relative weight (72.25%), followed by teamwork with a relative weight (71.17%), and then freedom of expression with a relative weight (70.17%).It shows that the relative weight of the axis of tolerance culture reached (73.76%), meaning that it is high, where social tolerance came in the first place with a relative weight (75.36%), followed by religious tolerance with a relative weight (74.9%), followed by intellectual and cultural tolerance with a relative weight (73.29%), followed by Scientific tolerance with a relative weight (71.51%).In light of the results, the researcher recommended the following: Deepening community networking to develop an appropriate methodology for a culture of social peace and supporting and strengthening it in primary schools, raising the level of its activation in secondary schools, activating programs, initiatives and activities to enhance community awareness of the importance of social peace and promoting a culture of tolerance at all schools and their levels.
The degree of practicing inspirational leadership in Palestinian universities in Gaza governorates from the perspective of faculty members in light of the requirements of digital transformation
The study aimed to identify the degree of inspiring leadership practice in Palestinian universities in the governorates of Gaza from the point of view of its faculty members in light of the requirements of digital transformation, and using the descriptive approach, and reference to previous literature, a questionnaire was built that included (42) items distributed on (6) areas, namely (Self-confidence, strategic direction, transformation management, empowering and supporting employees, challenge and excellence, and dealing with failure) in light of the requirements of digital transformation. The results of the study showed that the degree of practicing inspirational leadership in Palestinian universities in the governorates of Gaza from the point of view of its faculty members in light of the requirements of digital transformation came to a large degree with a relative weight (77.73%), and there are no statistically significant differences in The degree of inspiring leadership practice in Palestinian universities in Gaza governorates from the point of view of their faculty members in light of the requirements of digital transformation due to the study variables (gender, academic qualification, number of years of service). Teaching in Palestinian universities.
Total quality management and its relationship to competitive advantage - an applied study on workers at the University of Palestine
The study aimed to identify the reality of Total Quality Management (TQM) at the University of Palestine and its relationship to the level of achieving competitive advantage, through surveying the opinions of employees at various administrative levels, and examining whether there were statistically significant differences at the significance level (α ≤ 0.05) between the mean scores of the sample participants’ estimations of the reality of TQM at the University of Palestine attributable to the variables of job classification and years of service. The study adopted the descriptive approach, and its population consisted of academic and administrative staff working at the university during the 2015–2016 academic year, totaling (230) employees. To achieve the objectives of the study, a questionnaire was designed and distributed to a stratified random sample consisting of (144) employees, of which (132) valid questionnaires were retrieved for analysis, with a response rate of (91.67%). The results showed that the reality of TQM and the level of competitive advantage at the university were both rated as high. The findings also revealed a statistically significant positive relationship between TQM and competitive advantage, while no statistically significant differences attributable to the study variables were found. The researchers recommended providing the necessary competencies and material and moral incentives to encourage employees to apply quality management principles, as well as preparing long-term plans and strategies to identify the needs of students and staff.
The degree of secondary school principals' practice of educational crises and its impact on teachers' achievement motivation
The study aimed to reveal the degree of secondary school principals' management of educational crises and its impact on teachers' achievement motivation. The study sample consisted of (160) teachers working in secondary schools in the Directorate of Education west of Gaza. The questionnaire was used to manage educational crises, and the achievement motivation questionnaire, and followed the descriptive analytical approach. The study concluded: that the level of educational crisis management among secondary school teachers reached (66%), which is an average level, and that the percentage of achievement motivation level among secondary school teachers, which reached (70.4%), which is a high level, and that the Pearson correlation coefficient between management Educational crises and achievement motivation equal to (0.902), which is a direct correlation coefficient, and there are no statistically significant differences in the management of educational crises, and achievement motivation according to the variable gender, academic degree, and years of service.
The reality of applying electronic management at Gaza Strip municipalities according to supervisors' point of view
The study aimed at identifying the reality of applying electronic management in the five major municipalities of Gaza Strip according to supervisors' point of view. The study depended on the descriptive analytical method. Therefore, the researcher used a questionnaire as a tool for the study. The questionnaire concluded 28 paragraphs divided into 4 areas. These areas are (Availability of electronic devices and equipment, availability of electronic software and applications, availability of communication networks, availability of qualified human resources), After ensuring the validity and stability, the questionnaire was applied to a simple random sample of (250) male and female employees. The recovery rate was ( 90%), The study concluded the followings: According to the availability of electronic devices and equipment, the approval rate was 77.86%, According to the availability of electronic programs and applications, the approval rate was 80.47%, According to the availability of communication networks, the approval rate was 77.64%, According to the availability of qualified human resources, the approval rate was 74.11%, The study recommended following up the global developments in this field. In addition to develop training programs to raise the efficiency of human resources, and working to transfer the expertise and capabilities available in the five major municipalities to the rest municipalities of the Gaza Strip.
The effectiveness of educational infographics on developing the skills of designing digital images for students of the Faculty of Education at Al-Aqsa University
This study aims at identifying The effectiveness of educational infographics on developing the skills of designing digital images for students of the Faculty of Education at Al-Aqsa University. The researcher prepared a cognitive test for instructional design, The study tool was an educational design cognitive test, and a note card to measure digital design skills for digital still images. It was applied to the study sample consisting of (45) students. They were selected intentionally and divided into two groups, one of them is control and the other is experimental. the results showed that there is a significant impact of using infographics techniques in developing designing skills of digital images in both cognitive and performance aspects, where the adjusted ratio of cognitive aspect reached 1.715 on Blake's scale which is higher than the ratio 1.2, on the other hand, the ratio of the performance aspect reached 1.651 on Blake's scale which is also higher than 1.2. This indicates that there is great effectiveness on using infographics techniques in developing designing skills of digital images for the students of faculty of education at Al Aqsa University.
The Role of Strategic Management in Improving the Level of Institutional Performance: An Applied Study on Government University Colleges
The Study aimed to identify the role of strategic management in improving the level of institutional performance in the governmental university colleges in the southern governorates. The study uses descriptive analytical method and questionnaire as a data collection tool. The study includes all the staff in the governmental university colleges except service employees who are (435) ones. The study used the random stratified sample method according to the college. (240) questionnaires were distributed, (205) responses were retrieved (89.13%). The study found a statistically significant relationship at the level of (a≤0.05) between strategic management and institutional performance in the governmental university colleges in the southern governorates and there is a statistically significant effect at the level of (a≤0.05) between strategic management and institutional performance in the governmental university colleges. The study also reached a number of recommendations, the most important of which is the need to increase attention to strategic management and its stages; because of their direct impact on improving the level of institutional performance in government colleges, and the need for university colleges to useconsultants specialized in the analysis and assessment of environmental variables, and to invest in the capabilities of the potential and potential to ensure the improvement of institutional performance.
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