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ANALISIS NILAI TAMBAH PENGOLAHAN BIJI KOPI ARABIKA (STUDI KASUS: RUMAH KOPI BANJARSENGON, JEMBER)
Authors: Wibowo Yuli , Palupi Cita Bella 
Published: August 2022

This study aims to analyze the value-added of Arabica coffee beans produced from three coffee processing methods, namely fully washed, honey, and natural. The calculation of value-added uses the Hayami method, while the design of recommendations for increasing value-added uses the ISM method which is integrated with the Pugh method. This research is a case study at the Rumah Kopi Banjarsengon which is one of the coffee processing SMEs in Jember Regency. The results showed that there were differences in the amount of value-added resulting from the use of three different processing methods. The highest value-added was produced in the natural processing of Rp. 10,158/kg (54.40%), followed by fully washed processing of Rp. 9,380/kg (52.58%), and honey processing of Rp. 9,709/kg (52.96%). The results of the value-added analysis can provide guidance for companies to determine production priorities. To increase the value-added in Arabica coffee bean processing, the recommendation of strategies can be done is by controlling production facilities and controlling the quality of the workforce.
Keywords: coffee processing methods, green bean coffee, Rumah Kopi Banjarsengon, value-added
Characteristics of Distinct University Teaching Staff as an Index of Higher Education Quality in Jordan
Authors: Alrwashdeh Alaa Zuher , Alarab. Asma Rebhe 
Published: August 2022

Abstract:This study aimed at identifying the characteristics of distinct university teaching staff as an index of higher education quality from social sciences students viewpoint in Al Balqa applied university in light of sex and specialty variables .To achieve the study goals a descriptive Approach in addition to social survey approach were used .A questionnaire was applied on a sample of (302) students to collect information .The study concluded that : there are some characteristics distinguishes distinct teaching staff some of them related to academic aspect , some to the social aspect and others are related to psychological aspect .The study also concluded that the most important characteristics from the students viewpoint are the academic ones which includes :being faith to work ,duties understanding , seriousness in teaching , respect students opinions ,and time respect and commitment ,followed by social characteristics which includes : leadership, good relations with students, gentleness , cooperative, finally comes the psychological aspect :comfortable , easy to communicate with ,patience, equanimity , and good listener. The study results also pointed out there are no statically significant differences in distinct university teaching staff characteristics related to sex variable and specialty variables on the psychological characteristics pivot , while the results showed statically significant differences due to social and academic characteristics and the whole tool related to specialty variable in favor of deviance and crime specialty In light of the above mentioned results the study recommended some theoretical and practical recommendations .
A Proposed Strategy for Academic Accreditation at Palestinian Universities from the Faculty Members’ Perspective
Authors: Barakat Zeiad 
Published: August 2022

Abstract:This study aimed to identify the opinion of a sample of faculty members in some Palestinian universities about the proposed strategy for academic accreditation in these universities. The study sample consisted of (192) faculty members in some Palestinian universities, and a questionnaire of (69) items was developed and distributed to the sample of the study. The questionnaire items covered (9) variables: Vision, goals, administration, equipment, library, study programs, faculty members, terms and conditions of admission and registration, student services and evaluation system and exams. Results of the study showed that the responses of the study participants were high and significant regarding these areas: vision, goals, study programs and faculty members, while on the participants’ responses were lower regarding administration, student services, evaluation system and exams, and the library, and the grand total. On the other hand, the participants’ responses were not important regarding equipment, and terms and conditions of admission. Similarly, the results revealed statistically significant differences in the participants’ responses regarding the proposed strategy for academic accreditation based on the gender variable in favor of males regarding vision, goals, study programs, evaluation system and exams, and in favor of females in the other areas and the grand total. The results also showed statistically significant differences in the participants’ responses regarding specialty in favor of humanities in these areas: vision and goals, and equipment, and in favor of scientific disciplines in these areas: the library, student services, whereas there are no significant differences in the other areas and the grand total.The results also showed differences among the study sample based on the academic degree variable in favor of PhD holders regarding administration, equipment, library, study programs, faculty members, and the terms and conditions of admission and registration, and the grand total, whereas there are no significant differences in the other areas. As for the academic rank variable, results showed there were differences between the means in favor of those of the rank of professor, regarding all areas the grand total.
Application of Internal Auditing at Egyptian Universities in the Light of International Standards
Authors: Ialatekey Ibrahim Maree , Abdelgawad Gomaa Saeed Tohamy 
Published: August 2022

Abstract:The current paper aims to study the internal audit and its important standards, fields, and its current status, and then develop a proposal for internal audit model in Egyptian universities.To achieve this goal, the descriptive method was used drawing on expert opinions about the areas and factors of successful internal audit in the Egyptian universities.The most important results revealed by this study research were that the degree of applying the internal audit at Egyptian universities in general is weak and its overall relative weight average was (1.47) due to the lack of internal audit units, and the review is limited only to the National Authority of quality assurance and accreditation which is concerned with external review for the purpose of institutional accreditation. As for the significance of internal audit the degree of was (2.64) from the point of view of experts. Then, a proposed model of internal audit of Egyptian universities was suggested which aims to create an internal audit unit in each institution, after identifying its areas and standards based on the international standards.
Developing Educational Foundations to Develop Technological Awareness for Public Jordanian University Students Facing Information Revolution Challenges
Authors: Aljamal Wedad Ali , Al-Quda "Mohammad Ameen" Hamed 
Published: August 2022

This study aimed at developing educational foundations to develop technological awareness for the students of public Jordanian Universities who face challenges of information revolution. The study sample consisted of (342) faculty members of the public Jordanian universities in first semester of the academic year (2014/2015). To achieve the objectives of this study the developmental, analytical survey method was used. Based on reviewing relevant literature and previous studies a set of educational foundations related to technological awareness was proposed. The study results showed that the degree of faculty members’ approval of the proposed for the development of technological awareness among students of educational foundations was high. The findings have also shown statistically significant differences that were attributed to the experience variable, in favor of those of less than 3 years of experience, and to the variable of academic rank in the area of accreditation and scientific research in favour of full time lecturers. Based on Factor Analysis of statements pertaining to the results have revealed saturation of the first factor for the 42 statements which make up the whole research tool. Thus, these 42 statements constitute the proposed educational foundations to develop technological awareness among the students of public Jordanian University in order to be able to face the challenges of Information Revolution. The researchers recommended the adoption of these foundations by public Jordanian universities.
Teaching Staff’s Attitudes towards Using Internet in Teaching and Scientific Research in Arhab Education College, Sana'a University
Authors: AL-Doais Mohamed Naji 
Published: August 2022

Abstract:This study aimed to identify the attitudes of the teaching staff towards using the internet in teaching and scientific research in Arhab Education College at Sana'a University.A questionnaire had been developed by the researcher to measure the attitudes of the teaching staff in variables of gender, academic rank, and years of experience in two areas: teaching and scientific research. The sample was confined to those who either have e-mail accounts or social networking such as Facebook. The total of this sample was (39) teaching staff members. (30) of them who responded represented (77%) of the total number of questionnaires sent. The analysis of results revealed that their attitudes towards using Internet in teaching and scientific research were positive. Results also showed no statistically significant differences at (α = 0.05) toward using the Internet in teaching and scientific research, which is attributed to the variables of study.
A Proposal for Aligning the Outcomes of Community Colleges in the Republic of Yemen with the Requirements of the Labor Market in Light of Its Status Quo
Authors: Al-Absi Raheeb Said Kaid 
Published: August 2022

Abstract:The purpose of this study was to explore the status quo of community colleges in the Republic of Yemen from the viewpoint of academic leaders and faculty members, employers and graduates. It also aimed to survey successful global models of community colleges in developed countries and to develop a proposal that can help community colleges in the Republic of Yemen to align their outcomes with the labor market. The study used descriptive method, and was conducted at five community colleges (Sanaa – Aden –Seiyun - Abs - Yarim). The study used a questionnaire as a tool to collect data from a sample of 858 participants (leaders of community colleges, faculty members, graduates and employers). The study revealed the following results:With regard to the present situation of community colleges in the Republic of Yemen and the alignment of their outcomes with the requirements of the labor market, it was found that there is a weak partnership between the community colleges and institutions of the labor market in the areas of training students and faculty members, and developing curricula. It was also found that Community Colleges do not conduct any follow-up studies for their graduates; there is a gap between the courses offered and the labor market requirements; and the programs at Community Colleges are not flexible enough so as to respond the market needs and requirements.
The Need for Academic Counseling for the 1st Year Students (General Studies Major) at the University of Batna, Algeria
Authors: Makhloufi Said 
Published: August 2022

Abstract:This study aimed to reveal the need for academic counseling by the first year students of general major studies. The sample consisted of (146) students (65 males and 81 females) at the university of Batna, who were accidently selected in the academic year 2014/2015. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher adopted the descriptive method, and constructed a questionnaire to investigate the need for academic counseling. After checking the validity and reliability of the research tool, the researcher administered the tool and collected relevant data. Then the data was analyzed on the basis of Pearson correlation coefficient, means, standard deviations, and t-test to identify differences. Besides, the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) was used. The study results showed that the first year students of general major studies are in need for academic counseling (psychological needs, study needs and social needs) in the same order. The results also revealed significant differences in the need for academic counseling based on the gender variable in favor of females who showed a need for the psychological and study counseling, whereas the differences were in favor of males in the social needs. In light of the research results and findings a set of recommendations and procedures were proposed which will help in guiding and counseling first-year university students.
The level of Applying Total Quality Standards in Graduate Studies at Palestinian Universities, Gaza
Authors: Alqedra Hamed N. I. 
Published: August 2022

The study aimed to identify the level of applying total quality standards in the graduate studies at the Palestinian universities from the students' perspective. The researcher used the descriptive analytical method to achieve the objectives. A questionnaire, consisting of (33) items divided into (3) themes, was developed and distributed to the sample of the study which was (129) male and female students, approximately constituting (15%) of the study population (860 members). To collect the data, the questionnaire was distributed to the sample, data was analyzed and the following results were obtained. The overall degree of applying the total quality standards in higher studies from the perspective of students was on average with a proportional weight of (62.83%). The theme related to the teaching staff scored the first rank while the theme related to the university administration scored the last rank. In addition, there were no statistically significant differences between the means of the study sample members regarding the degree of applying total quality standards in the graduate studies at the universities that were attributed to the variables of gender, university, and the academic level. Finally, the study proposed major recommendations the first of which was that more efforts should be exerted in order to improve the application of total quality standards in the postgraduate studies at Palestinian universities, and to continuously develop human resources as well. The second recommendation was that there should be a revision of future visions of Palestinian universities according to the total quality management standards, with wide participation of the university staff to ensure compliance with the total quality standards. The last major recommendation suggested by the study was to consider the university inputs to ensure that the outputs are in line with the quality standards. This can be achieved through persistent and continuous efforts on the application of total quality standards during the processing phase
Keywords: Total quality standards, Graduate, Palestinian universities.
Applying the Technology Acceptance Model to Analyze the Saudi University Students' Attitudes and Intentions toward Using E-learning in their Courses
Authors: Hassan Nasr Taha , Melegy Magdy Melegy Abdul hakim 
Published: August 2022

This study aimed to analyze students' behavioral intentions to use e-learning in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and to examine the effectiveness of the technology acceptance model as a theoretical basis for understanding these behaviors. The researchers used analytical descriptive approach to identify the perceptions of a sample of (324) students in the Saudi government and private universities in the e-learning system. The researchers developed a questionnaire consisting of (29) items which covered nine main themes.The results of the field study showed the validity of the technology acceptance model as the theoretical background that would help in understanding and clarifying behavioral intentions of the students toward e-learning. The results showed that the behavioral intentions were affected by students' attitudes, personal standards and system accessibility, while they were not directly affected by perceived ease of use and expected benefits of the system. Also, the results showed that students' attitudes were affected by all variables, including expected benefits of the system, personal standards, system accessibility, ease of use and system effectiveness. The study recommended establishing of a center for teaching and learning within the university to present e-learning system and provide written instructions on that system and be responsible for the development of e-learning strategy. Also, the study recommended increasing self-efficacy for students in e-learning system, and providing more Courses in this system. It was also recommended that the department of e-learning system should help students to confirm or increase their positive perceptions toward e-learning system through developing more user-friendly and user-oriented e-learning content.
Keywords: E-Learning, Technology acceptance model, Students' attitudes, Behavioral intentions, Saudi universities.
Quality and Accreditation Requirements for the Curriculum Development of Special Education Departments as Perceived by Faculty Members
Authors: Agail Omer A. 
Published: August 2022

The current study aimed to determine the quality and accreditation requirements, according to the NCAAA, for the curriculum development of the departments of Special Education as perceived by faculty members. Moreover, the study aimed to determine the relationship between the faculty awareness and other factors such as, gender, academic rank, teaching experience, participation in curriculum development, attendance of workshop, and participation in program development committees. The researcher created a survey to answer the research questions. A sample of (45) faculty members was chosen randomly from three main universities: King Khalid university, Jazan University, and Najran University. Statistical methods were used, including mean, frequencies, one sample t–test, one way ANOVA. The results indicated that the participants' awareness toward curriculum development requirements was generally very low, because of the limited number of faculty members and the newly established departments. It was recommended that quality culture should be disseminated, and moral and material support should be provided to the programs in these departments.
Keywords: Study programs, Quality, Accreditation, Special education.
The Impact of Entrepreneurial Characteristics on the Intention of Administrative Sciences Students –University of Science and Technology – to Start New Ventures
Authors: Al-Nashmi Murad Mohammed 
Published: August 2022

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of entrepreneurial characteristics (locus of control, self-confidence, need for achievement, independency and responsibility, risk-taking, creativity) on entrepreneurial intentions among business students in the University of Science and Technology, Yemen. The researcher used descriptive analytical methods to answer the study questions, and used a questionnaire for collecting quantitative data from the study sample which consisted of 157 university students. The study findings showed that there was a significant effect of entrepreneurial characteristics on the intentions to start new ventures among business students in the University of Science and Technology. Based on the regression analysis applied in the study, results also showed that students' locus of control, and their creativity level were of the highest influencing variables on students' intentions, whereas self-confidence appeared to be the lowest influencing variable. The study concluded that students of administrative sciences have several characteristics and traits of a successful entrepreneur. This enhances their enthusiasm towards initiating their own businesses, given proper support. In light of the findings, the researcher presented a set of recommendations to the stakeholders.
Keywords: Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial characteristics, Entrepreneurial intention, Small enterprises.
Level of Self-confidence among Female Students of Hail University in Saudi Arabia in Relationship with some Variables
Authors: Alkferi Wedad Mohammad Saleh 
Published: August 2022

This study aimed to detect the level of self-confidence among female students of Hail University, and whether there were significant differences at the level of the students' self-confidence attributed to the variables of age and specialization. The study sample, which was randomly selected, consisted of 802 students from various disciplines at the university (medicine, engineering, psychology, and Islamic culture) enrolled for the second semester of the academic year (2015/2016). To achieve the objectives of the study a confidence Scale developed by Kawasmeh and Farah (1996). The scale was checked for its validity and reliability. The statistical package SPSS was used to extract the results. Results of the study revealed a low level of self-confidence for the students of the university, whereas there were no statistically significant differences due to the variables of age and specialization.
Keywords: Self-confidence, Students of Hail University, Saudi Arabia, Some variables.
A Proposed Training Program for The Instructors in Light of Their Training Needs and Standards of Performance Learning Quality in Higher Education At The University of Setif 1-2 Algeria
Authors: Zergane Layla 
Published: August 2022

Abstract: This study aimed to formulate a training program for instructors in light of standards total quality in higher education. To achieve this goal, the researcher has followed several steps: first preparing a list of quality standards for teachers performance, then specifying another one for training needs whereby these standards, finally formulating training program. To acquire this purpose she adopted descriptive method and used a set of tools, One of the most important was building scale of six area as teachers standards quality as follow: standard of effective teaching strategies, evaluation , using pedagogical and technological means, effective communication with students, research scientific activities , management and leadership practices. The scale consisted of two parts. The first one particularly of personal data , the second belong to the above area to know the degree of the training requirement of them. After making sure of its validity and reliability, it was submitted to the jury and calculated the coefficient alpha Cronbach those reached (0.80) and (0.97). The researcher applied the scale on a random sample of teachers which amounted of (150) ones of the three departments (legal sciences, economic and science management, literature and Social Sciences) at the University of Sétif 1-2. To trait the data and analyze the responses sample study the researcher used the statistical program (spss) and calculated the frequencies, percentages, means, middle and standard deviation. Through statistical analysis results of the study we found that: there were needs training for teachers in all fields according to quality standards ,After that arranging them like this :1-the area of scientific research activities of 9 needs / 2 - effective teaching with 8 needs / 3 - / communication with 8 needs / 4 - the use of TIQ 9-needs / 5 - the administrative and leadership practices by 16 needs / 6 – evaluation by 6 needs. than removing those did not represent a need.So, the researcher proposed a model for training program by its objectives, elements, time and events requirements. At the end this study set a list of proposals and recommendations including the need of Appling T.P by concerned authorities to ensure its effectiveness. In addition to that established centers for the development and training teachers according to the quality in higher education.