The Level of Practice of Excellence Habits by Second-Cycle Students in Dhofar Governorate from Teachers’ Point of View Considering some Variables
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Practice, Habits of excellence, Second cycle, Science curriculumAbstract
The current research aims to assess the level of excellence habits practiced by second-cycle students in Dhofar Governorate from the teachers' perspective, considering various variables. To achieve the research objectives, the researcher employed the descriptive approach. The research sample included 54 science teachers from second-cycle schools. Data was collected using a questionnaire with a 5-point Likert scale. The findings indicated that the level of excellence habits practiced by second-cycle students in Dhofar Governorate, as perceived by teachers, scored an average of 3.2 out of 5 overall. The results revealed that there are statistically significant differences in responses in terms of gender in the total score and specific subcategories—mental flexibility, perseverance, determination, and decision-making—in favor of male teachers. Regarding the qualification variable, significant differences were found only in the mental flexibility category. Additionally, there are no statistically significant differences regarding years of experience in either the total score or any of the categories. The research recommended enhancing the science curriculum for the second cycle with activities and exercises that foster excellence habits among students, providing training for second-cycle science teachers on integrating these habits into their teaching, and redesigning the natural science teacher's guide to include practical activities and events related to the lessons that assist in the integration of excellence habits.
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