Applied Science Private University

Volume 25, 2020 · Issue 1 · Open Access · Double-blind Peer-review

Original Research Article

The Effectiveness of Enrichment Activities on the Academic Achievement of First Grade Students in the Arabic Language Curriculum in Schools of Jenin Governorate

1 Hebron University, Hebron, Palestine

* Corresponding author: Nidal Ghawadreh ([email protected])

Published: 01 Oct 2020

Abstract

This study aimed to identify the effectiveness of enrichment activities in the Arabic language syllabus on first-grade students' achievement in schools in the Jenin governorate. The research tools consisted of two achievement tests, along with enrichment activities designed by the researcher. The researcher employed an experimental method, and the study sample consisted of 90 randomly chosen students. The study revealed significant differences between the pre-test scores and post-test scores, favoring the post-test and benefiting female students. The results also indicated a high degree of effectiveness of enrichment activities in enhancing students' achievement and developing certain language skills, along with significant differences between the average scores of male and female students, favoring females. The study recommended incorporating scientific enrichment activities into the Arabic language syllabus that align with students' capabilities, meet their needs, and promote their cognitive development.

KeywordsLanguage AcquisitionEnrichment ActivitiesArabic

Main Subjects

Applied Humanities

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