Journal of the Faculties of Education - University of Aden
Online ISSN: 3006-2357 Print ISSN: 3006-2349 Journal Initials: JEF Research Scope: Natural sciences, Applied sciences, Humanities, Educational sciences, Social sciences Publication Mode: Digital (On this Website) & Print Copies (Add-On) Frequency: Semi-annually (2 Issues a year) Review Mode: Peer Review Language: Arabic, English
The Relationship Between the Use of Information Technology and the Job Performance of Employees at Aden University
The study aimed to reveal the relationship between the use of information technology and the job performance of employees at Aden University, Aden Governorate. To verify the study's objective, the researcher employed a descriptive analytical approach on a sample of employees from the Aden University administration during the first semester of the academic year 2023-2004, comprising 76 employees. A questionnaire was designed to collect information from the sample, and after conducting the study and analyzing the results statistically using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), the study reached the following conclusions: 1) There is a high estimation with a percentage weight of (86.67) and an arithmetic mean of (2.60) for the level of information technology usage at work from the perspective of Aden University employees. 2) There is a high estimation with an arithmetic mean of (2.42) for the level of job performance by the employees at Aden University. 3) The results indicated that there is a strong positive relationship between the use of information technology by Aden University employees and their job performance, with a Pearson correlation coefficient of R (0.654). 4) The results did not show any statistically significant differences among the sample individuals regarding their responses about the employees' use of information technology and their job performance at Aden University attributed to the variable (academic qualification – years of experience). In light of the results obtained, the study proposed a set of recommendations, including: - The university should continuously strive to use modern software in the workplace to enhance job performance and provide communication networks to connect the colleges with the university. - The university administration should continuously work on updating and developing the performance system to contribute to motivating the employees.
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Challenges Hindering the Development of University Environment at the Faculty of Education, Tur Al-Baha, and Methods of Treating them in Light of Comprehensive Quality Management
This research aimed to find out the challenges hindering the development of university environment at the Faculty of Education, Tur Al-Baha, and the methods of treating them. The researcher used the descriptive survey approach and the questionnaire as an instrument of data collection which consisted of (45) items distributed on (6) areas: infrastructure, financial aspects, curricula, faculty members, students, and administrative organization. After checking the validity and reliability of the instrument, it was applied on a sample of (24) members selected by a simple random sampling. The findings of the study show that the challenges hindering the development of university environment at the Faculty of Education, Tur Al-Baha, University of Lahej, are (high) in general. The degrees of challenges are in the following order: curricula (medium), faculty members (medium), administrative organization (medium), infrastructure (high), financial system (high), students (high). The results of the study show that there are no statistically significant differences at a significant level (α=0.05) due to variables (job- years of service- scientific department) in all areas. To overcome these challenges, in light of quality and taking into consideration the educational system in the country, the following treatments should be adapted: - The faculty ability to perform efficiently: It could be achieved by the availability of a specific message, knowledgeable and qualified academic and administrative leadership, financial resources, and logistic supportive facilities. - Achieving high levels of educational effectiveness: that should be based on objective and scientific standards in defining precise specifications of the graduate and which are targeted by the labor market needs, adapt accredited academic criteria, designing programs and courses that match these standards, providing modern and suitable types and methods of teaching and learning that achieve targeted outcomes, academic and material support for students, availability of highly qualified faculty staff and their assistants, continuous and objective evaluation of learning outcomes, and plans for enhancement and development. In light of these findings, the study concludes with a number of recommendations to overcome different challenges following these procedures.
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A proposed Framework for Developing Special Education Teacher Preparation Programs at the Faculty of Education, University of Aden, in Light of International Standards and the Needs of the Educational Field
This study aimed to propose a developmental framework for improving special education teacher preparation programs at the Faculty of Education, University of Aden, through analyzing the current status of existing programs and identifying gaps and challenges in light of international standards and the needs of the educational field. The study adopted a descriptive-analytical methodology and utilized document analysis, questionnaires, and interviews as data collection tools. The findings revealed that while the current programs demonstrate strong theoretical content, they suffer from weaknesses in practical training, limited diversity in teaching strategies, insufficient field training, and inadequate integration of assistive technologies. Accordingly, the study proposed a developmental model emphasizing the enhancement of practical training, curriculum updating, improvement of assessment methods, and the establishment of effective community partnerships.
An Annotated Arabic Translation of Frank Edwards' THE GAYSH: A History of the Aden Protectorate Levies (1927-1961 and the Federal Regular Army of South Arabia (1961-1967)
This study examines the complex process of translating specialized historical and military texts from English into Arabic. It focuses on Frank Edwards's work, "THE GAYSH: A History of the Aden Protectorate Levies 1927-61 and the Federal Regular Army of South Arabia 1961-67."The research provides an annotated Arabic translation of the first two books and three chapters of the third book. Authored by Major Frank Edwards in 1968 and published in 2004, this book is a vital historical reference for our country, offering crucial insights into a pivotal period. The study systematically investigates the objectives behind such a translation, the inherent challenges in replicating the original's intended impact, the specific difficulties encountered by the translator, and the array of strategies employed to surmount these obstacles. Through a meticulous annotated translation of 466 illustrative items randomly selected from the initial 130 pages of the source text, the research identifies and categorizes diverse lexical and stylistic translation problems, encompassing issues related to specialized military terminology, proper nouns, idiomatic expressions, cultural differences, and structural complexities. Findings clearly highlight the effectiveness of a multifaceted approach, integrating strategies such as direct equivalents, transcription, descriptive translation, quotation with explanation, functional equivalents, naturalization, and Arabicization to ensure the intended meaning is delivered. and functional equivalents, carefully complemented by extensive annotations to clarify difficult cultural and historical contexts. Based on these that translators are advised to use a variety of strategies to handle complex texts. It is important to add detailed notes to explain cultural and historical context. More research is also needed on translating military texts, especially with annotated translations.
ON A TWO-VARIABLE ANALOGUE HUMBERT FUNCTION
The main objective of this paper is to introduce and investigate a two-variable of the Humbert function. We derive its generating function, establish several recurrence relations, and obtain corresponding difference equations. The proposed generalization extends classical Humbert functions and provides a broader framework for analyzing special functions in both pure and applied mathematics. Potential applications in approximation theory and mathematical physics are also discussed.
Yemeni Universities' Interest in Achieving Sustainable Development A Study from the Perspective of Academics in Aden Governorate
The field study aimed to identify the extent to which Yemeni university leaders are interested in achieving sustainable development goals in academic programs, student outcomes, human and financial resources, community partnerships, and service delivery. The study also aimed to determine the statistical significance at a 0.05 level. Regarding Yemeni universities' interest in achieving sustainable development goals attributed to independent variables, researchers employed a descriptive analytical approach, observation, and a questionnaire distributed to 78 University of Aden and University of Science and Technology academics during the 2024-2025 academic year in Aden governorate. The study concluded that there is a moderate level of interest among Yemeni public and private universities in achieving sustainable development goals in general. The highest level of interest is in sustainable development programs for students, followed by interest in partnerships with community institutions, then interest in sustainable development among university leaders, then interest in human resources, then interest in academic programs and scientific research, and finally, interest in financial resources and infrastructure on which the university is based.
Annotated Arabic Translation of "Regionalism and Rebellion in Yemen" By Stephen W. Day
This study provides an annotated Arabic translation of the main part of “Regionalism and Rebellion in Yemen” (الإقليمية والتمرد في اليمن), which was published in 2012 and written by Stephen W. Day. The primary aims of this study is to translate the source text (ST) from English into the target text (TT) in Arabic. The study additionally classifies the text in the analysis process to identify the translation problems and suggest appropriate strategies as solutions to overcome these issues. The methodology employed in this study involves a qualitative technique analyzing the original and translated texts, complemented by a quantitative approach in presenting the study results in form of frequencies and percentages in tables. The data in this study consist of (78) expressions, classified into four categories: political, military, economic and literary. The findings of the study indicate that in the political classification, the translator used the modulation, literal translation, transcription, addition, formal equivalence, naturalization, borrowing, back translation, cultural equivalence, and metaphor strategies. In the military category, the translator used formal equivalence, calque, transference, and full form, classifier, metaphor and back translation. The economic translation illustrated that, the translator utilized literal strategy, calque, foreignization, and modulation. Finally, the literary category revealed that translator employed the metaphor, addition, simile, transliteration, back translation, transposition, classical Arabic culture, literal translation, modulation and adaptation. To overcome the difficulties faced them in translating the text from English to Arabic. In conclusion, the study recommends that other translators and researchers in translation studies focus on translating books that describe our history or reality from the perspectives of foreign writers. It additionally emphasizes perspectiveofuch recommendedthe importance of thoroughly understanding translation strategies focusing on the problems encountered during translation, and finding appropriate solutions to avoid ambiguity and misleading target readers.
Research Title: The Criticisms of Sheikh Muhammad ibn Ali al-Ithiyubi on the Hadith Scholars through his book Dhakhirat al-Uqba fi Sharh al-Mujtaba) From the beginning of the Book of Purification to the end of the chapters on the (miswak
This research studies and analyzes the comments of Sheikh Muhammad Al-Ethiopi on the hadith scholars related to the text of the hadith, it may consist of an introduction, three chapters, and a conclusion, the introduction includes a definition of the terms of the title and a brief biography of Sheikh Muhammad Al-Ethiopi in three sections. The first section is devoted to discussing the comments related to explaining the hadith and deriving from it in two sections. The second section was devoted to the objections related to the mispronunciation and the control of words in two sections, while the third section was devoted to discussing the objections related to the contradiction of the hadith with the rulings of the jurists and the reconciliation between the narrations in two sections. The research ended with a conclusion that included the most important results and recommendations.
Administrative Policies Among Academic Leaders at the Faculty of Education in Al-Dhale Governorate from the Perspective of Faculty Members
This study aimed to examine the administrative policies practiced by academic leaders at the Faculty of Education in Al-Dhale Governorate from the perspective of faculty members. The researchers employed a descriptive survey method and developed a questionnaire to assess administrative policies in four key domains: performance planning, performance guidance, performance motivation, and performance evaluation. After verifying the instrument’s validity and reliability, it was administered to the entire study population of 117 faculty members, of whom 70 responded, representing 60% of the population. The findings revealed that the administrative policies of academic leaders across the four domains were rated as moderate. Additionally, no statistically significant differences at the 0.05 significance level were found in the participants’ responses based on academic qualification (Bachelor's, Master’s, Doctorate), academic rank (Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Lecturer, Instructor), or years of experience (1–5 years, 6–10 years, more than 10 years). The study concluded with several recommendations aimed at improving administrative policies among academic leaders.
Literary Translation Strategies in Arabic Translation's Samir Ezzat Nassar of Ernest Hemingway's (To Have and Have not) A Critical Study
This study is an attempt in the literary translation, in a critical translation analysis for the novel " To Have and Have not" by the author Ernest Hammingway in (1937) and its translation by Samier Ezzat Nassar in (1996). This study consists of five chapters, the first chapter: introduction to the significance, objectives and the questions of the study. The second chapter: review of the relevant literature and includes a set of the basic concepts in the field of literary translation, the third chapter: methodology, the fourth chapter: data analysis, finally chapter five: findings, suggestions and recommendations. The present study aimed at exploring Vinay and Darbelnet’s translation model (1995) in the translation of the novel. The main objectives of this study were to identify the most common strategies adopted by the translator of the novel. The study explored the basic problems found in the translation of the novel and to examined the strategies applied by the translator to solve the translation problems. A descriptive analytical methodology was carried out on some sections of the novel. The findings revealed that the most frequent strategies were literal translation followed by modulation, equivalence and transposition were applied to overcome translation problems. However, some translation problems were solved by strategies that were not described by the Vinay and Darbelnet's model. The study recommended that other researchers to apply different translation theories views in studying the translation of this literary work.
Leadership Through Love and its Relationship to Job Performance Among Department Heads at the Ministry of Education (Aden)
The study aimed to identify the level of employing leadership through love and job performance among department managers at the Ministry of Education -Aden. To achieve the study objectives, the descriptive correlational survey method was used. The study sample consisted of (59) male and female managers. A questionnaire consisting of (34) paragraphs was administered to them, distributed over two (2) axes. They are: The Leadership with Love Axis, which consists of four areas, which are: (the director’s love for his ministry, the director’s love for his employees, the director’s love for society, and the director’s love for himself), The Job Performance Axis. The Study Concluded with a Number of Results, the Most Prominent of Which are: The level of employing leadership with love and job performance among department directors at the Ministry of Education - Aden, came at an average level, and the areas of leadership with love were ranked as follows: The area of ​​the manager’s love for himself came (first), followed by the area of ​​the manager’s love for his ministry came (second), followed by the area of ​​the manager’s love for his employees came (third), and finally the area of ​​the manager’s love for society came in the (fourth) rank, and it showed the existence of a positive correlation between the study examined the level of employing leadership through love and job performance among department managers. It indicated no statistically differences at a level mean of 0.05 significance level attributed to the variables (gender and qualification) in the level of employing leadership through love and job performance among department managers. However, there were statistically significant differences at a level mean of 0.05 significance level attributed to the variable (years of experience) in favor of those with less than 5 years of experience.
A Proposed Framework for Building a National System for Ranking Yemeni Universities in Light of International Standards
This research aims to build a global idea for classifying Yemeni universities into a global university ranking system. It used an educational tool for developmental recipes and was able to create a professional model for its planning, consisting of (22) experts in higher education. The results identified five key areas that form the general framework for the proposed classification: (quality of education and learning, scientific research, societal impact, governance, and sustainability). The results showed that the sample members' assessments of the proposed classification areas were high, confirming their necessity and applicability in the Yemeni environment. In light of the results, an integrated vision was built that includes the proposed goals, components, indicators, and implementation mechanisms. The research recommended that the Ministry of Higher Education adopt the proposed model and develop appropriate national policies to support its implementation.
The Degree of Availability of Requirements for Implementing Electronic Supervision in Secondary Schools from the Perspective of Secondary School Supervisors - Lahj Governorate
This study aimed to examine the degree to which the requirements for implementing electronic supervision are available in public secondary schools in Lahj Governorate from the perspective of educational supervisors. The study employed the descriptive-analytical approach due to its suitability to the nature of the research problem. To achieve the study objectives, a structured questionnaire was developed to measure the availability of the requirements for implementing electronic supervision in public schools in Lahj Governorate. The instrument consisted of 55 items distributed across four domains: technical and technological requirements, material requirements, human requirements, and administrative requirements. The questionnaire was administered to a sample of 110 male and female supervisors, representing 55% of the total study population of 200 supervisors, who were distributed across five educational districts in Lahj Governorate. The findings revealed significant deficiencies in internet infrastructure and wireless networks, a shortage of alternative energy sources, and the lack of adequate institutional devices. Moreover, there was a clear fragility in the technical electronic requirements. The results also indicated the absence of a clear strategic and regulatory framework, including lack of vision clarity, weak planning, programming, follow-up mechanisms, and incentive systems, as well as ambiguity in institutional roles. The study concluded with several recommendations, most notably that the Ministry of Education should adopt a comprehensive strategic plan to transition toward contemporary technology-based supervision. This includes continuous development of electronic infrastructure; connecting all schools to reliable internet services; providing adequate equipment and funding; establishing a dedicated and accessible supervisory website; offering regular professional training for supervisors; developing unified software applications and an integrated supervision platform; and enhancing competencies through applied training linked to promotion, English language and digital skills courses, mandatory ICDL certification, specialized workshops on supervisory software, as well as providing psychological support, awareness programs, and forming supervisory teams with regular meetings.
The Impact of Using Google Earth on Academic Achievement and Geography Retention among Eighth-Grade Students in Lahj Governorate
This study explores the impact of using Google Earth on academic achievement and retention of knowledge in geography among eighth-grade students in Lahj Governorate. Employing a quasi-experimental design, the research involved a sample of 37 students from Al-Majd Private School during the first semester of the 2023-2024 academic year. The students were divided intentionally into two groups: 24 male students in the experimental group and 13 female students in the control group. A geography achievement test specifically designed was conducted for eighth-grade students. After conducting the experiment and analyzing the results, the following key findings were obtained: 1. Statistically significant differences were found at the (α ≥ 0.05) level between the post-test scores of the experimental and control groups. 2. Significant differences were also observed at the (α ≥ 0.05) level between the experimental and control groups in the knowledge retention test. 3. Furthermore, the experimental group outperformed the control group in both the post-test and retention tests, indicating the lasting impact of using Google Earth. Based on these findings, this study proposes the following recommendations: 1. Integrating Google Earth into geography instruction across schools in the Lahj Governorate. 2. Developing modern and innovative educational programs for various subjects and grades to promote interactive learning and encourage self-directed learning. 3. Organizing training workshops cantered on the use of Google Earth in active learning, highlighting its effective application in boosting student engagement and enhancing learning outcomes. Based on the findings of the current study, the researcher suggested the following: 1. Conducting similar research that incorporates larger samples and additional schools within Lahj Governorate to facilitate the broader generalization of the study results. Conducting similar studies targeting different educational levels and various subject areas to enhance the applicability of the findings
The Degree of Implementation of E-Management in Quran Memorization Schools Affiliated with the Charitable Center Association in Riyadh
This study aims to determine the degree of implementation of e-management in Quran memorization schools affiliated with the Charitable Center Association in Riyadh. It also seeks to identify whether there are differences in the responses of the sample members regarding the degree of e-management implementation among school principals based on the following variables: (educational qualification, years of experience). The sample was selected using a stratified random sampling method, representing 89% of the study population, with a total of 120 school principals participating. The study adopted a descriptive analytical methodology and used a questionnaire as a data collection tool. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) program was used for data analysis. The study results showed that the actual implementation of e-management in Quran memorization schools is very high, with an overall average score of (4.22) and a standard deviation of (0.738). The findings also indicated significant differences in the responses of the study sample regarding the degree of e-management implementation among school principals in Riyadh, attributed to the educational qualification variable, favoring diploma holders. However, no significant differences were found based on the variable of years of administrative experience.
The Impact of the Blended Learning Strategy on the Achievement and Learning Retention of Students at Toor Al-Bahah College of Education in the English Language
The study aimed to identify the impact of the blended learning strategy on the achievement of Toor Al-Bahah Education students in English and their retention of learning. To achieve the study’s objective, the researcher used the quasi-experimental method. The study sample consisted of 40 male and female students from the second academic level of the Bachelor of English program at the College of Education in Tur Al-Bahah for the academic year 2022/2023. The sample was divided into two groups: an experimental group taught using the blended learning strategy (20 students), and a control group taught using the traditional method (20 students). Statistical equivalence between the two groups was ensured in several variables believed to affect the validity of the experiment, including previous academic achievement and controlling for extraneous variables. The researcher designed the study instruments, which included a multiple-choice achievement test consisting of 20 items. After ensuring the validity and reliability of the instruments through appropriate statistical methods, the study was applied to the sample. Statistical analysis was conducted using the SPSS program, and the study reached the following results: 1. There is a statistically significant difference at the (0.05) level between the mean scores of the experimental group (taught using the blended learning strategy) and the control group (taught using the traditional method) in favor of the experimental group. The mean score of the experimental group was 50.950, while the mean score of the control group was 40.150 on the achievement test as a whole. There is a statistically significant difference at the (0.05) level between the mean scores of the experimental and control groups in the cognitive domain (remembering, understanding, application) in the learning retention test, in favor of the experimental group.
The Effect of Using the (CORT) Program on Development Creative Thinking Skills Among Sixth Grade Basic Education Students in Mathematics
The study investigated the impact of using CORT software on developing creative thinking skills among sixth-grade students in mathematics. A quasi-experimental design was applied to a sample of 70 students at Nour Haider School in Aden, divided into experimental and control groups after ensuring equivalence through prior achievement and pre-tests. The experimental group studied the “Ordinary Fractions” unit using CORT parts 1 and 4, while the control group used traditional methods. The experiment lasted five weeks and concluded with post-tests in achievement and creative thinking. The tools used included content analysis, a creative thinking test, worksheets, and a teacher’s guide, all validated through expert review. The results showed: Significant differences in fluency in favor of the experimental group. Significant differences in flexibility in favor of the experimental group. Significant differences in originality in favor of the experimental group. Significant differences in overall creative thinking in favor of the experimental group. The study recommended integrating CORT in mathematics teaching and training teachers in software that develops thinking skills.
The Reality of Using Modern Technologies in Teaching Physics in Secondary Schools in Marib City from the Perspective of Supervisors and Teachers
This study aimed to identify the reality of using modern technologies in teaching physics in secondary schools in Marib City from the perspectives of supervisors and teachers. To achieve the objectives of the study, the descriptive approach was employed due to its suitability for the nature of the research, The study instrument was a questionnaire consisting of two main domains: the first domain was electronic devices, which included 10 items, and the second domain was electronic applications, which included 14 items, making a total of 24 items. The study sample was identical to the study population and included 54 participants, comprising 14 male and female physics supervisors and 40 male and female physics teachers. The results revealed that the overall level of using modern technologies was moderate. The most frequently used electronic device was the mobile phone, while social media tools were the most commonly used electronic applications, The differences were not statistically significant for most devices and applications, except for the use of mobile phones, which was in favor of teachers, and the use of laboratory devices, which was in favor of private schools. In general, differences in the use of modern technologies were in favor of teachers with higher academic qualifications and greater teaching experience. Accordingly, the study recommends providing the necessary modern technologies and training teachers on how to effectively use them in teaching.
The Accession of the People’s Democratic Republic of Yemen (1967–1990) to the 1949 Geneva Conventions: A Historical-Analytical Study
This study examines the accession of the People's Democratic Republic of Yemen (PDRY, 1967-1990) to the four Geneva Conventions of 1949 through a historical, legal, and comparative analysis based on available primary sources. The research aims to understand the contexts, legal process, and political and ideological motives behind this accession, formally completed in 1977 with a political reservation regarding non-recognition of Israel, and to place this experience in a comparative context with other socialist and Arab states during the Cold War. The study employs a critical analytical methodology of primary sources, including UN documents, treaty texts, British archives, South Yemeni laws, and ICRC statements, supplemented by reliable secondary academic studies. The research concludes that the PDRY's accession resulted from multiple converging factors: the desire to affirm sovereignty and international recognition, alignment with declared humanitarian principles and alliances with the socialist bloc, response to tense regional contexts, while maintaining a consistent political position on the Arab-Israeli conflict via the reservation. The comparison revealed similarities in general motives with other socialist states and in the political reservation with Arab states, but also specificity in the relatively late timing of accession and the absence of procedural reservations seen in other socialist states. The study also highlights the difficulty of assessing the direct practical impact of accession on state practices due to limited available sources.
Attitudes of Students at the University of Science and Technology - Main Center, Aden - Towards Skills-Based Courses (Critical Thinking Skills, Leadership Skills, Communication Skills) and Their Relationship to Their Future Professional Specializations
This study aimed to measure the attitudes of students at the Yemeni University of Science and Technology - Main Center, Aden - towards skills-based courses: (critical thinking skills, leadership skills, and communication skills). To achieve the study's objectives, the descriptive methodology was used. A 72-item instrument was developed, distributed across three main domains: the skills themselves, enjoyment of the skills, and the future career relevance of the skills. After verifying the instrument's validity and reliability, it was distributed to a sample of (293) students from the faculties of (Medicine and Health Sciences, Engineering and Computing, and Administrative and Human Sciences) at the University of Science and Technology. The study revealed the following results: - The attitudes of the University of Science and Technology students towards the skills-based courses (critical thinking, leadership skills, and communication skills) were high for each skill individually and for all three skills combined. The mean scores were: critical thinking (3.63), leadership skills (3.71), and communication skills (3.73). The overall mean score was (3.69) with a standard deviation of (0.73). - There are no statistically significant differences at the (α = 0.05) level in the attitudes of the University of Science and Technology/Aden students towards skills-based courses as a whole that can be attributed to the gender variable. - There are statistically significant differences at the (α = 0.05) level in the attitudes of the University of Science and Technology/Aden students towards skills-based courses that can be attributed to the college variable, in favor of the Faculty of Engineering and Computing. - There is a positive and statistically significant correlation at the (α = 0.05) level between the attitudes of the University of Science and Technology/Aden students towards the skills-based courses (critical thinking, leadership skills, and communication skills) and the skills as a whole, and their future career path.
The Level of Classroom Management Skills among Secondary School Teachers from the Perspective of Teachers and Educational Supervisors in Aden Governorate
This study aimed to identify the level of classroom management skills practiced by members of the General Secondary Education Council, from the perspectives of teachers and educational administrators in Aden Governorate. It also sought to determine whether statistically significant differences exist with respect to the variables of job title and gender. To achieve this, the researcher employed the descriptive analytical method and administered a questionnaire, validated for reliability and accuracy by a panel of specialists in educational administration at the University of Aden. The instrument consisted of 12 items and was analyzed using appropriate statistical techniques. The findings revealed that the overall level of management skills practice among Council members was moderate. Statistically significant differences at the 0.05 level were found in one dimension of the tool motivation and performance evaluation in favor of males. The results also indicated that management skills related to planning and organization were practiced at a high level, whereas skills related to performance evaluation were practiced at a low level. No statistically significant differences were observed with respect to gender. The study concluded that educational administrators’ interest in developing their management skills played a key role in enhancing the overall level of practice. It recommended greater attention to strengthening administrative skills among Council members, particularly in the area of performance evaluation.
The Effect of Employing the Assessment Strategy for Learning in Developing Mathematical Proficiency and Mathematical Communication among Seventh-Grade Female Students in Aden Governorate
The study aimed to examine the impact of employing the Assessment for Learning strategy on enhancing mathematical proficiency and communication among seventh-grade female students in Aden. To achieve this goal, the researcher adopted a quasi-experimental methodology with a design involving both experimental and control groups. The researcher developed a teacher’s guide for instruction using the Assessment for Learning strategy, a test for mathematical proficiency, a productive desire scale, and an observation card. The research sample consisted of (74) seventh-grade female students from the basic education level in Aden, divided into two groups: an experimental group with (37) students and a control group with (37) students. After conducting the study, the researcher used the (SPSS) program for statistical analysis. The results indicated the presence of statistically significant differences due to the Assessment for Learning strategy in enhancing mathematical proficiency and communication among seventh-grade female students. Based on the study's results, the researcher recommended employing the Assessment for Learning strategy in teaching mathematics and other subjects in basic and secondary education stages to increase learner motivation towards learning.
The Level of Job Satisfaction Among Researchers at the Center for Educational Research and Development and its Impact on Their Scientific Production
The study aimed to identify the level of job satisfaction among researchers at the Center for Educational Research and Development and its impact on their scientific productions. The study used the descriptive correlational survey method, and its tool consisted of a questionnaire distributed to (88) male and female researchers to measure the level of satisfaction and the level of scientific productions. The study used the following statistical methods: frequencies and percentages, Pearson's correlation coefficient, Cronbach's alpha correlation coefficient, arithmetic means and standard deviations, t- test and analysis of variance (f) test. The study reached the following results: The level of job satisfaction among researchers was average, with an arithmetic mean of (3.1138), and the level of scientific productivity was low, with an arithmetic mean of (2.5681). The results showed the presence of a statistically significant effect between the average levels of overall job satisfaction and scientific productivity, with a value of (0.37), the results also showed the absence of statistically significant differences between the average responses of the categories gender, academic degree categories, and years of experience categories for job satisfaction level. The results also showed that there were no statistically significant differences between the average responses of the gender categories, and there were statistically significant differences between the average responses of the academic degree categories in favor of the senior researcher category, and the years of experience categories in favor of the (15 years or more) category for the level of scientific productivity.
Governance and its Relationship to the Level of Quality of Administrative Performance of Administrative Leaders in the General Office of the Ministry of Education in the Republic of Yemen
This study aimed to identify the level of governance practices and the quality of administrative performance among leadership personnel at the headquarters of the Ministry of Education in the Republic of Yemen. It also sought to explore the nature of the relationship between these two variables The importance of this study lies in its attempt to underscore the current state of administrative performance within the Ministry and to examine the extent to which it is influenced by the application of governance principles. In doing so, the study provides decision-makers with valuable indicators for developing administrative plans and strategies, as well as for strengthening leadership capacities in ways that contribute to enhancing institutional performance. The research population comprised 214 administrative leaders, including the Minister, Deputy Minister, Undersecretaries, Assistant Undersecretaries, Directors-General, Deputy Directors-General, Department Directors, Deputy Department Directors, Heads of Sections, and Specialists at the Ministry’s headquarters in the interim capital, Aden. The study adopted the descriptive survey and correlational approaches, as they were deemed most appropriate to the nature of the research and its objective of addressing the entire study population, with a response rate of 80.4%. The researcher used a questionnaire as the primary data collection tool and utilized the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) for data analysis, ensuring accuracy through various statistical tools, including: Pearson's correlation for internal consistency, Cronbach’s Alpha for reliability testing, frequencies and percentages for sample description, arithmetic means and standard deviations, T-Test for two independent samples, simple linear regression for analyzing relationships between variables, and one-way ANOVA with Scheffé’s post hoc test to determine the direction of differences. A significance level of 0.05 was adopted for evaluating the results. Key Findings: - The level of governance practice was moderate, with a mean score of 2.91 - There were no statistically significant differences in the overall level of governance practice based on gender or educational qualification. - No significant differences were observed in governance practices based on years of experience. - The quality of administrative performance was also moderate, with a mean score of 2.88. A strong positive relationship was found between governance and the quality of administrative performance, with a correlation coefficient of 0.83.
Incorporating Cultural Dimensions in Yemeni English Classrooms: From Instructors’ Perspective
This study investigated the integration of target culture in English language education in Yemen, emphasizing its significance in enhancing effective communication in diverse global contexts. It aimed to illuminate the necessity of incorporating target culture into foreign language teaching and learning. The study involved 43 EFL teachers from three Yemeni universities - Lahj, Aden, and Abyan - who provided insights through questionnaires, reflecting their diverse experiences in language teaching. From this same group, 12 teachers were selected for interviews to gain deeper qualitative data on integrating cultural elements into EFL instruction. The findings revealed that while Yemeni EFL teachers value integrating target culture into their teaching and demonstrate a strong commitment to interactive, culturally relevant practices, they encounter challenges like inadequate training, limited resources, and infrastructural barriers. The study recommended improving cultural education through enhanced teacher training, better resource accessibility, and collaborative practices.
Nawal Hussein Bukheit Abdullah Alkathery
The Financial Maintenance of a Woman Observing ʿIddah in Islamic Jurisprudence
Islam, which God has chosen for humanity as a complete religion and comprehensive legal system, has addressed all aspects of life. It has given great attention to women and has sought to protect them and preserve their rights, whether as mothers, wives, or daughters, through various legislations. However, the financial rights of women during the ʿiddah (waiting period) have become a significant issue in marital disputes today, largely due to widespread ignorance of these rights. Whenever a divorce occurs, some people hasten to criticize religion in general, accusing it of inadequacy in resolving social problems. In particular, they target personal status laws, calling for their amendment or reform. To demonstrate the adequacy of Islamic law in granting women the rights advocated by contemporary societies, this study addresses the issue of maintenance (nafaqah) for women in ʿiddah, considering its various causes and types, as a jurisprudential study. It clarifies the ruling regarding the entitlement of a woman in ʿiddah to maintenance in cases of revocable and irrevocable divorce, whether she is pregnant or not. It also examines her entitlement to maintenance in cases where separation results from the invalidity or annulment of the marriage contract, the existence of legal doubt (shubha), or death. The study presents the opinions of jurists, analyzes their evidences, and identifies the preponderant opinion in each issue in a manner that reflects the spirit of Islamic legislation and the moderation of its rulings.
The Impact of Using a Differentiated Education Stwategy on the Achievement of Second-Year Secondary School Female Students in English Language and Their Retention of Learning
This study aims at studying the impact of using a differentiated education strategy on the achievement of second-year Secondary school female students in English language and their retention of learning. The sample of the study consisted of 60 students of Arwa Girls' School in Abian for the academic year 2023-2024. The students were randomly selected, including 30 students as an experimental group, and 30 students as a control group. The researcher used an achievement test developed by the researcher himself. After verifying their validity and reliability, the achievement test was applied to the experimental and control groups at the end of the experiment, and it was administered again three weeks later to both groups to identify learning retention. The results were statistically processed using the SPSS statistical program. The results of the study revealed the following: 1. There is statistical difference in the mean scores at the (a = 0.05) between the students of experimental group and the students of the control group in the achievement test according to achievement levels of the students (high, medium, low), in favor of the experimental group. There is no statistical difference in the mean scores at the (a= 0.05) between the students of experimental group and the students of the control group in in the learning retention test, in favor of the experimental group.
Academic Adaptation to Students of the Faculty of Education Al-Dala
The University Education Group is a new environment that differs from the secondary education environment in terms of students from different routes, such as regulations, regulations, and others. The theme of academic adaptation is of great importance; of its significant impact on the process of education and learning, in the stages of previous education, or the university education. To create the conditions and educational environment appropriate for the learning process contributes to improving their academic adaptation level. The researcher was introduced in this research study theme: (Academic Adaptation of Student Faculty of Study). The researcher is aware of this research to know the level of academic adaptation to students of the Faculty of Education, as well as the knowledge of the differences in the academic adaptation level within the search variables of sex, specialization and levels. The researcher in this study research adopted the research method; To suit it for this research, as well as in data collection tool (IQP) to estimate the responses of respondents. The size of the study sample (284 students) was selected in the simple indiscriminate manner of students and students of the Faculty of Education (156 students; 128). The results of the research have been resorted to the following: The level of academic adaptation to the students of the Faculty of Education The number of high-level feathers there are significant significant differences at a mortgage level (A0.05) between academic adaptations of students of the Faculty of Education, which is attributable to the sex variety of male interest as an independent group; the middle of the mileage (96.88), and standard deviation (13.62), compared with females as an independent group; the middle of the middle (92.38) and the standard deviation (13.59). There are significant significant differences at a mortgage level (A0.05) and between academic adaptations to students of the Faculty of Education, the distinction of the specialization as a separate group of the benefit of the scientific specialization of students; the middle of the compound (96.21), and standard deviation (13.52), compared to their licenses in literary specialization; the middle of the arithmetic (92.60) and the standard deviation (13.57). There are no statistically significant differences at a mortgage level (A0.05), between average between academic adaptation to students of the Faculty of Education. Accordingly, the research study came out of a set of proposals and recommendations. Academic adaptation to students of the Faculty of Education
Designing an Electronic Portal to Develop Academic Services Based on Total Quality Management Standards (College of Education/Aden as a Model)
The study aimed to design an electronic portal to develop academic services in light of the Total Quality Management standards in the College of Education/Aden. To achieve the study objective, the researcher used the experimental approach, specifically the single-group design with pre- and post-tests. The study population consisted of the target groups in the College of Education/Aden, who have a direct relationship with the academic services provided through the electronic portal. The study sample included (20) participants who were selected using a non-random intentional method, distributed as follows: (5) department heads, (10) faculty members, and (5) students. The researcher prepared an observation card to measure users' performance in various skills related to using the electronic portal, as it included six main skills from which (26) sub-skills branched out. After verifying the validity and reliability of the tool using appropriate statistical methods, the study was applied to the sample, and the statistical analysis was conducted using the (SPSS) program. The current study reached the following results: There are statistically significant differences at the significance level (α = 0.05) between the average scores of the study sample members in the pre- and post-observations regarding the use of the electronic portal to develop academic services in light of total quality management standards, in favor of the post-observation.
Analyzing and Evaluating the Translation of the Book: Yemen Conflict: Key Strategic Transformations 2021
This study analyzes and evaluates the translation of the book: "Yemen Conflict: Key Strategic Transformations 2021". The study classified the data of the text into three categories: (political, military, and economic texts), 60 examples were randomly selected i.e. 20 examples for each category. The study investigated the translation strategies adopted by the translator, and then the results identified whether the translation was appropriate or not, in order to suggest alternation translations as solutions for the mistranslation in the line of objectives of the study. The results of the study indicated that translator nearly encountered no difficulties in this work. In addition, the findings showed that the translator resorted three different procedures (literal translation, modulation, translation by addition etc.). The researcher suggested that the translator must produce a target text (TT) that has similar effects to that of the source text (ST) when rendering the texts of the three categories and vary translation strategies in the same text. Moreover, the researcher believes that there are no specific methods in translating political, military, and economic texts due to the fact that translation is not only a practical process that employs translation techniques, but also an issue of comprehending cultural, historical and Yemeni situations and overtones.
Developing the Management of General Secondary Education Institutions in Light of the Dimensions of Change Management in Shabwah Governorate
The study aimed to explore the reality of change management in general secondary education institutions in Shabwah Governorate and examine the impact of the following variables: (gender, academic qualification, districts, and years of experience). The researcher employed the descriptive analytical method and used a questionnaire as the primary data collection tool. The questionnaire included several dimensions of change management: (possessing a vision, selecting a strategy, having change management skills, fostering a supportive organizational culture for change, and encouraging creativity and innovation). After ensuring the validity and reliability of the instrument, it was finalized and administered to a sample of 12 expert reviewers in the field of educational administration at the University of Aden. The data were then statistically analyzed, revealing several key findings, the most significant of which were: The participants’ overall responses to the change management dimensions were of a moderate level both collectively and individually. The results indicated no statistically significant differences at the (0.05) level regarding the first dimension (possessing a vision) based on the gender variable. However, there were statistically significant differences in the other four dimensions (strategy selection, change skills, organizational culture, and innovation), in favor of female respondents. The study also found statistically significant differences based on the academic qualification variable across all four dimensions, favoring those with a master's degree or higher. No significant differences were found in relation to the variables of district or years of service. The study concluded with several recommendations and proposals, the most notable of which was the need to revise the laws and regulations of the Ministry of Education, which currently rely on principles of centralized administration, and to adopt the principle of administrative decentralization. This shift would empower secondary school managers to effectively fulfill their roles as change leaders.
Psychological-Social Needs and Personal Traits of Academically Outstanding Students in Secondary Schools: A Case Study from Shabwa
This study aimed to identify the psychological-social needs and personal traits of academically outstanding students in secondary schools in Shabwa Governorate. It also sought to examine the differences in psychological-social needs and personal traits among these students based on gender (male/female) and geographical location (rural/urban). To achieve the study's objectives, the researcher employed a descriptive-analytical approach and developed two measurement tools: the first axis focused on the Psychological-Social Needs Scale, while the second axis addressed the Personal Traits Scale for academically outstanding students in secondary schools in Shabwa. The study sample consisted of 416 students, including 211 males and 205 females, with 208 students from rural areas and 208 from urban areas. Participants were purposively selected from several secondary schools in Shabwa, specifically those who excelled academically in their respective classes. The researcher administered the questionnaire to the study sample and utilized the following statistical methods: frequencies and percentages, Cronbach's alpha, means and standard deviations, Kolmogorov-Smirnov Z test, Z-test, and effect size. The results indicated that the psychological-social needs of academically outstanding students in secondary schools in Shabwa were at a moderate level, and their personal traits also scored at a moderate level. Furthermore, the study found no statistically significant differences between the means of psychological-social needs among academically outstanding students based on gender. However, there were statistically significant differences in personal traits attributed to the gender of academically outstanding students in secondary schools in Shabwa. Additionally, a statistically significant difference was found between the means of personal traits based on geographical location (rural vs. urban), while no significant difference was observed in the means of psychological needs based on geographical location.
Theoretical Analysis of Generalized W^h-Birecurrent Finsler Spaces with Emphasis on Weyl’s Projective Curvature and Its Relevance to Geometric Mechanics
The present work develops a rigorous theoretical framework for the structure of generalized -birecurrent Finsler spaces, with special emphasis on the analytical behavior of Weyl’s projective curvature tensor. By employing Cartan’s h-covariant differentiation and exploiting the identities governing affinely connected Finsler manifolds, several equivalent conditions characterizing generalized -birecurrent spaces are established. New commutation relations for higher-order h-covariant derivatives of Weyl’s projective curvature, torsion, and deviation tensors are derived. The analysis clarifies how these tensors behave under recurrence and birecurrence conditions, and how such properties propagate in affinely connected settings. Furthermore, the study highlights the relevance of these curvature structures to geometric mechanics and theoretical physics, where Finsler-type curvatures naturally arise in the modeling of non-Euclidean trajectories and anisotropic dynamical systems. The results deepen the understanding of curvature-driven geometric behavior and provide a foundation for future applications in mechanical and physical systems governed by generalized geometric dynamics.
Study of the Effect of Annealing Temperature on the Structural and Optical Properties of ZnO Thin Films Prepared by Sol-Gel Method via Spin Coating
This study investigated the effect of annealing temperatures (As -prepared, 350°C, 450°C, 550°C, and 650°C) on the properties of zinc oxide (ZnO) thin films prepared by sol-gel spin coating on glass substrates. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis confirmed a hexagonal wurtzite structure with an increase in grain size from 15 nm to 22 nm and a decrease in both residual stress and dislocation density with increasing annealing temperature. UV-Vis-NIR spectrophotometry measurements showed high transmittance in the visible region, a red shift in the transmittance edge, a decrease in film thickness from 333 nm to 280 nm, and an increase in refractive index, a decrease in the optical energy gap from 3.31 eV to 3.22 eV with increasing annealing temperature. while Urbach energy (EU) exhibited non-linear behavior, reduced at 550 °C. Wemple-DiDomenico model fitting supported the improved crystallinity and reduced defects with increasing annealing temperature. Finally, the results showed an increase in free carrier density, increase plasma frequency with increasing annealing temperature.
This research aims to introduce the methodology of a Muslim sect, the Mu'tazila. This sect was dominant for a period of time and received support from the political authorities of their time, which contributed to the spread of their ideas throughout the arious regions of the Islamic state. I have divided the research into an introduction, two chapters, and a conclusion. The first section is devoted to defining the Mu'tazila from their inception, through their period of strength, then their weakness and disappearance. The second section is devoted to explaining their approach to reception and their approach to reasoning, followed by a conclusion that includes the results I have reached.
This research aims to clarify the true nature of the conflict that caused the first schism within the ranks of the Muslims, to present the true reality of the methodology of the Khawārij and to warn against it, and to elucidate the methodology of the Messenger Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) and the righteous predecessors (al-Salaf al-Ṣāliḥ) in times of dispute. The study consists of an introduction, three chapters, and a conclusion, summarized as follows: Introduction: It includes a brief overview of the research topic, the objectives of the study, and a review of previous studies. Chapter One: It addresses the earliest views that fractured the ranks of the Muslims and led to the emergence of the Khawārij (al-Ḥarūriyyah) at Ḥarūrāʾ. It discusses the dialogue that took place between them and ʿAbd Allāh ibn ʿAbbās (may Allah be pleased with him), as well as between them and the Commander of the Faithful, ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib (may Allah be pleased with him). It also explains how many of them recanted after that dialogue and returned from Ḥarūrāʾ to Kūfah, though they later revolted again and headed toward al-Nahrawān. Chapter Two: It includes the objections (al-maʾākhidh) raised by the al-Muḥakkimah against the Commander of the Faithful, ʿAlī (may Allah be pleased with him), analyzing and discussing them, and clarifying their true nature. Chapter Three: It discusses the views that later divided the ranks of the Khawārij themselves and split them into factions, beginning with the emergence of the views of Nāfiʿ ibn al-Azraq. Conclusion: It includes the most significant findings reached by the researcher and the recommendations proposed.
Generalized H^h-Recurrent Finsler Spaces and Their Relations with Berwald and Cartan Curvature Tensors
This paper studies generalized recurrence in Finsler geometry with emphasis on the Berwald and Cartan curvature tensors. Finsler spaces extend Riemannian geometry by allowing geometric quantities to depend on both position and direction. The research introduces generalized recurrence conditions for these curvature tensors and develops theoretical relations describing their behavior. A new concept, called generalized -recurrent Finsler spaces, is proposed and analyzed. The study defines these spaces through recurrence relations involving covariant vector fields, curvature tensors, and deviation tensors. Several theorems are established to characterize the recurrence properties of the Berwald tensor . The results classify Finsler spaces according to the degree and type of recurrence. The obtained relations reveal structural connections between Berwald and Cartan tensors under generalized recurrence conditions. These findings contribute to understanding curvature structures and symmetry properties in non-Riemannian geometry. The study also extends the theoretical framework of recurrence in differential geometry and its applications in Finsler spaces.