This study investigated in the Saudi Arabian context the relationship between student-instructor interaction and students' academic attainment. A survey secured reports from university students (n = 167) of their age, gender, interactions with instructors, and cumulative grade mean score for the previous three semesters. The results indicated a…

The ubiquity of cyberspace has resulted in a surge in reported cyberbullying cases globally. Despite numerous studies investigating the impact of cyberbullying on students, research addressing its prevalence in the Middle East remains scarce. This exploratory study aims to assess the prevalence of cyberbullying among university students in six…

This study examines the relationship between academic performance (GPA), Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety (FLCA), and English proficiency (IELTS scores) among Saudi international students in the United States while considering demographic factors such as gender, age, college major, and length of U.S. residency. Data from 551 students, collected…

Purpose: Several studies have attempted to explain the integration of sustainable development in business school curricula. However, little is known about who (male students vs female students), at which age (under 21, 21-25 and 26-30) and at which stage of their undergraduate education (freshman, junior or senior) can attain and retain an…

This study aimed to identify the reality of the rehabilitation of people with intellectual disabilities and their employment from the point of view of their parents in the city of Mecca, where a questionnaire was designed as a tool for collecting data, and the sample of the study consisted of (142) parents of persons with intellectual disabilities…

This study examines faculty perceptions, awareness, and utilization of Open Educational Resources (OER) in higher education and identifies barriers hindering their adoption. The research encompasses multiple perspectives, including demographic information, teaching practices involving technology, familiarity and opinions regarding OER, types of…

Some research has investigated the big five personality dimensions among gifted individuals, but these individual studies have provided inconclusive results. The current meta-analysis examined the nature of the relationship between the big five dimensions and giftedness among individuals. Hedge's unbiased g was used as the effect size metric, and…

Mobile learning is a rapidly growing field in education that has gained increasing worldwide attention in recent years due to the widespread availability of mobile devices and their potential to enhance learning experiences. In Saudi Arabia, higher education institutions have explored the use of mobile learning to support teaching and learning,…

The aim of this study was to examine the gender differences among EFL diploma students in grammar based on an English achievement test. This study was motivated by the observed challenges Saudi students face with mastering grammar, a crucial element of English proficiency that forms the basis of all four aspects of language: listening, speaking,…

Although many studies indicate that mentoring is an effective approach to developing leadership skills, there is no empirical research that provides support for the idea that mentoring can be effective in the cultural context of the Saudi system of higher education. The present study elicited the views of twelve university administrators…

Introduction: New Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has multiple effects. We aimed in this study to assess anxiety, depression, and stress levels among university students in Saudi Arabia and associated factors. Method: We collected 5,140 participations from universities for our cross-sectional study, responders completed the demographic questions,…

A shared learning outcome for baccalaureate programs is for students to think critically and utilize critical thinking skills. However, education in Saudi Arabia seems to has focused more on rote memorization. Critical Thinking (CT), one of several essential skills regarded in college outcomes, has become a vital citizenry skill in Saudi. In this…

Researchers have been looking into the stressful nature of teaching for quite some time. Kyriacou (2001) maintains that teaching is one of the top five most stressful careers, while Stoeber and Rennert (2018) indicate that teachers exhibit a higher level of stress than any other profession (Bowen, 2016, p. 1205). Much educational and psychological…

It is important for Saudi Arabian teachers to develop transformational communication skills so they can communicate information effectively. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Saudi Arabian teachers played a crucial role in maintaining education activities. The study examined teachers' behavioral intentions regarding the use of learning…

The present study aims to investigate the relationship and predictability between the roles of leaders in Saudi public universities in consolidating the dimensions of learning organizations (universities) and their abilities in confronting COVID-19 pandemic challenges. A total of 228 leaders in three Saudi public universities took part in the…