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The Islamization of Knowledge process is considered as one of the most important and intellectual... more The Islamization of Knowledge process is considered as one of the most important and intellectual movements of the 20 ih century. It is also one of the most credible and longstanding contemporary Muslim intellectual responses towards modernism. The undefined structure and framework of the Islamization process makes it a challenging task and recognized more as a theory rather than effective methodology plan. This paper focuses on the Islamization of Knowledge in general, comprising with its history, definition and pioneers. Moreover, Islamization of science subjects in specific with the objective of introducing a framework for this phenomenon, based on Al-Farouqi's 12step work-plan and Berghout's framework using a descriptive theoretical theory.
Resilient organizations and academic institutions have been identified as contributing immensely ... more Resilient organizations and academic institutions have been identified as contributing immensely to resilient communities. The majority of organizations showing preparedness to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 have deployed an efficient organizational resilience framework. Yet, there is little research on organizational resilience, and the conceptualization of resilience as a complex variable has not been achieved. Focusing on the higher education sector in the UAE during the COVID-19 pandemic, the current study aims to contribute to this promising research area by exploring and expanding a theoretical model on organizational capabilities that constitute organizational resilience. A qualitative phenomenological research design was utilized, where a total of 13 executives from reputable universities were interviewed, followed by a thematic analysis of the data. Findings provided deep insight into the status of universities in the UAE that are currently in the early adaptation stage of the current crisis. Organizational resilience was conceptualized as a process that comprises three successive stages (anticipation, coping, and adaptation), five key antecedents (knowledge, resources availability, social resources, power relationships, and innovative culture), and two main moderators (crisis leadership traits and employee resilience). Important findings were also identified on the needed crisis leadership styles. Recommendations for practice and research are discussed.
Recent technological developments have served the purpose of connecting researchers and academic ... more Recent technological developments have served the purpose of connecting researchers and academic researchers across the globe, bringing them together in a new era of scientific globalization. Numerous researches have been conducted for the improvement of scientific education. Discussions surrounding the improvement, reformation and development of STEM-oriented curricula have become a growing necessity. This study aims to introduce and educate Arab nation about the importance of STEM education and to present different ways of integrating the methodology to middle school curricula. It may be achieved through the development of programs that aid educators in implementing and integrating STEM fields in the learning process of a student. It is important to recognize that one of the most important goals of education at every level, is to support and strengthen the disposition of learning throughout life, and this process is aided by the STEM program
STEM education has become one of the most rapidly growing sectors in educational reform all over ... more STEM education has become one of the most rapidly growing sectors in educational reform all over the world. Whilst the program has been successfully implemented in most countries, unfortunately it has not been introduced as successfully in Saudi Arabia on account of lack of clarity of the general description of the meaning of STEM and its purpose and framework of application. In 2009, the Ministry of Education (MOE) introduced a new mathematics and science curriculum, in collaboration with Obeikan Research Development Company, as an adapted series of science and mathematics textbooks produced by an American publishing company McGraw Hill. The adapted curricula attempt to make meaningful connection between student's lives and their educational experiences through the implementation of new teaching practices which include student-centred investigation strategies and problem-based learning. The study was limited to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and used the interviews of high school mathematics and science teachers and class observational methods as a means of qualitative research in order to address the following research questions: • What are the major aspects of the new mathematics and science curricula that serve as a means of the implementation of STEM education in Saudi Arabia? • What are the perceptions of teachers on the implementation of the newly adapted science and mathematics curricula? • How are the newly adapted mathematics and science curricula delivered in the classrooms as form of STEM education? Results revealed that even though there is haziness in mathematics and science teachers on the actual meaning of the concept of STEM education and its practice, the new teaching strategies that are required by the MOE for the successful implementation of the adjusted curricula, were found to be equivalent to teaching practices that have been proven effective in the implementation of STEM education.
STEM education has become one of the most rapidly growing sectors in educational reform globally.... more STEM education has become one of the most rapidly growing sectors in educational reform globally. Whilst the program was successfully implemented in most countries, unfortunately the introduction in Saudi Arabia was not as successful due to a lack of clarity in the description of its meaning, purpose and framework of application. Although STEM is commonly recognized as a way of strengthening mathematics and science curricula, its exact implications are still unclear for any intervention or modification in any of the subjects related to science, mathematics, engineering and Technology, (STEM) implementation. In 2009, the Ministry of Education (MOE) introduced a new mathematics and science curriculum in a joint effort with Obeikan Research Development Company, as an adapted series of science and mathematics textbooks. The new adapted curricula attempt to make meaningful connection between student’s lives and their educational experiences through the implementation of new teaching prac...
The Islamization of Knowledge process is considered as one of the most important and intellectual... more The Islamization of Knowledge process is considered as one of the most important and intellectual movements of the 20 ih century. It is also one of the most credible and longstanding contemporary Muslim intellectual responses towards modernism. The undefined structure and framework of the Islamization process makes it a challenging task and recognized more as a theory rather than effective methodology plan. This paper focuses on the Islamization of Knowledge in general, comprising with its history, definition and pioneers. Moreover, Islamization of science subjects in specific with the objective of introducing a framework for this phenomenon, based on Al-Farouqi's 12step work-plan and Berghout's framework using a descriptive theoretical theory.
Education is recognized as a human right since the adoption of Universal Declaration of Human Rig... more Education is recognized as a human right since the adoption of Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948 besides health and shelter. Education for All Goals was established where more than 150 governments have adopted world declaration on Education for All policy to support the universal right for education. The ultimate goal of many countries is to guarantee the optimum educational access rates for improving the quality. Similarly, quality is reflected by a range of indicators, including government spending on education, student/teacher ratios, teacher qualifications, test scores, and the length of time students spend in school. Every investment must be measured against how it can serve such aspects to ensure the ultimate quality of Education for All programs. Investing in education reinforces a society’s wealth and growth, where individuals can easily improve their own personal efficacy, productivity, and incomes. A major challenge lies in defining the ideal education indicato...
This study developed and empirically tested a theoretical model to predict the factors affecting ... more This study developed and empirically tested a theoretical model to predict the factors affecting students’ acceptance and behavioral intentions toward using mobile learning (m-learning) in United Arab Emirates (UAE). The present study explored the behavioral intention to use m-learning from the angle of consumers by applying the extended Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model with the addition of service quality, perceived enjoyment and mobile self-efficacy and satisfaction. M-learning user data was derived from an online survey with 395 respondents and analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM) and path analysis. The results revealed that (1) behavioral intention was significantly and positively influenced by satisfaction; (2) performance expectancy and effort expectancy were positively associated with satisfaction (3) perceived enjoyment, service quality and mobile self-efficacy had a significantly positive effect on performance expectancy and effort expectancy. SEM analysis showed that satisfaction was central to users’ behavioral intentions and mediated the effects of performance and effort expectancy on behavioral intentions. Our findings correspond with the UTAUT model. A number of implications for theory and practice are derived based on the findings.
DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals), Jun 1, 2016
The Islamization of Knowledge process is considered as one of the most important and intellectual... more The Islamization of Knowledge process is considered as one of the most important and intellectual movements of the 20 ih century. It is also one of the most credible and longstanding contemporary Muslim intellectual responses towards modernism. The undefined structure and framework of the Islamization process makes it a challenging task and recognized more as a theory rather than effective methodology plan. This paper focuses on the Islamization of Knowledge in general, comprising with its history, definition and pioneers. Moreover, Islamization of science subjects in specific with the objective of introducing a framework for this phenomenon, based on Al-Farouqi's 12step work-plan and Berghout's framework using a descriptive theoretical theory.
Resilient organizations and academic institutions have been identified as contributing immensely ... more Resilient organizations and academic institutions have been identified as contributing immensely to resilient communities. The majority of organizations showing preparedness to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 have deployed an efficient organizational resilience framework. Yet, there is little research on organizational resilience, and the conceptualization of resilience as a complex variable has not been achieved. Focusing on the higher education sector in the UAE during the COVID-19 pandemic, the current study aims to contribute to this promising research area by exploring and expanding a theoretical model on organizational capabilities that constitute organizational resilience. A qualitative phenomenological research design was utilized, where a total of 13 executives from reputable universities were interviewed, followed by a thematic analysis of the data. Findings provided deep insight into the status of universities in the UAE that are currently in the early adaptation stage of the current crisis. Organizational resilience was conceptualized as a process that comprises three successive stages (anticipation, coping, and adaptation), five key antecedents (knowledge, resources availability, social resources, power relationships, and innovative culture), and two main moderators (crisis leadership traits and employee resilience). Important findings were also identified on the needed crisis leadership styles. Recommendations for practice and research are discussed.
Recent technological developments have served the purpose of connecting researchers and academic ... more Recent technological developments have served the purpose of connecting researchers and academic researchers across the globe, bringing them together in a new era of scientific globalization. Numerous researches have been conducted for the improvement of scientific education. Discussions surrounding the improvement, reformation and development of STEM-oriented curricula have become a growing necessity. This study aims to introduce and educate Arab nation about the importance of STEM education and to present different ways of integrating the methodology to middle school curricula. It may be achieved through the development of programs that aid educators in implementing and integrating STEM fields in the learning process of a student. It is important to recognize that one of the most important goals of education at every level, is to support and strengthen the disposition of learning throughout life, and this process is aided by the STEM program
STEM education has become one of the most rapidly growing sectors in educational reform all over ... more STEM education has become one of the most rapidly growing sectors in educational reform all over the world. Whilst the program has been successfully implemented in most countries, unfortunately it has not been introduced as successfully in Saudi Arabia on account of lack of clarity of the general description of the meaning of STEM and its purpose and framework of application. In 2009, the Ministry of Education (MOE) introduced a new mathematics and science curriculum, in collaboration with Obeikan Research Development Company, as an adapted series of science and mathematics textbooks produced by an American publishing company McGraw Hill. The adapted curricula attempt to make meaningful connection between student's lives and their educational experiences through the implementation of new teaching practices which include student-centred investigation strategies and problem-based learning. The study was limited to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and used the interviews of high school mathematics and science teachers and class observational methods as a means of qualitative research in order to address the following research questions: • What are the major aspects of the new mathematics and science curricula that serve as a means of the implementation of STEM education in Saudi Arabia? • What are the perceptions of teachers on the implementation of the newly adapted science and mathematics curricula? • How are the newly adapted mathematics and science curricula delivered in the classrooms as form of STEM education? Results revealed that even though there is haziness in mathematics and science teachers on the actual meaning of the concept of STEM education and its practice, the new teaching strategies that are required by the MOE for the successful implementation of the adjusted curricula, were found to be equivalent to teaching practices that have been proven effective in the implementation of STEM education.
STEM education has become one of the most rapidly growing sectors in educational reform globally.... more STEM education has become one of the most rapidly growing sectors in educational reform globally. Whilst the program was successfully implemented in most countries, unfortunately the introduction in Saudi Arabia was not as successful due to a lack of clarity in the description of its meaning, purpose and framework of application. Although STEM is commonly recognized as a way of strengthening mathematics and science curricula, its exact implications are still unclear for any intervention or modification in any of the subjects related to science, mathematics, engineering and Technology, (STEM) implementation. In 2009, the Ministry of Education (MOE) introduced a new mathematics and science curriculum in a joint effort with Obeikan Research Development Company, as an adapted series of science and mathematics textbooks. The new adapted curricula attempt to make meaningful connection between student’s lives and their educational experiences through the implementation of new teaching prac...
The Islamization of Knowledge process is considered as one of the most important and intellectual... more The Islamization of Knowledge process is considered as one of the most important and intellectual movements of the 20 ih century. It is also one of the most credible and longstanding contemporary Muslim intellectual responses towards modernism. The undefined structure and framework of the Islamization process makes it a challenging task and recognized more as a theory rather than effective methodology plan. This paper focuses on the Islamization of Knowledge in general, comprising with its history, definition and pioneers. Moreover, Islamization of science subjects in specific with the objective of introducing a framework for this phenomenon, based on Al-Farouqi's 12step work-plan and Berghout's framework using a descriptive theoretical theory.
Education is recognized as a human right since the adoption of Universal Declaration of Human Rig... more Education is recognized as a human right since the adoption of Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948 besides health and shelter. Education for All Goals was established where more than 150 governments have adopted world declaration on Education for All policy to support the universal right for education. The ultimate goal of many countries is to guarantee the optimum educational access rates for improving the quality. Similarly, quality is reflected by a range of indicators, including government spending on education, student/teacher ratios, teacher qualifications, test scores, and the length of time students spend in school. Every investment must be measured against how it can serve such aspects to ensure the ultimate quality of Education for All programs. Investing in education reinforces a society’s wealth and growth, where individuals can easily improve their own personal efficacy, productivity, and incomes. A major challenge lies in defining the ideal education indicato...
This study developed and empirically tested a theoretical model to predict the factors affecting ... more This study developed and empirically tested a theoretical model to predict the factors affecting students’ acceptance and behavioral intentions toward using mobile learning (m-learning) in United Arab Emirates (UAE). The present study explored the behavioral intention to use m-learning from the angle of consumers by applying the extended Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model with the addition of service quality, perceived enjoyment and mobile self-efficacy and satisfaction. M-learning user data was derived from an online survey with 395 respondents and analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM) and path analysis. The results revealed that (1) behavioral intention was significantly and positively influenced by satisfaction; (2) performance expectancy and effort expectancy were positively associated with satisfaction (3) perceived enjoyment, service quality and mobile self-efficacy had a significantly positive effect on performance expectancy and effort expectancy. SEM analysis showed that satisfaction was central to users’ behavioral intentions and mediated the effects of performance and effort expectancy on behavioral intentions. Our findings correspond with the UTAUT model. A number of implications for theory and practice are derived based on the findings.
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