Application of Soft Systems Methodology for Computer Module Evaluation for Teaching Computer Technology in Girl’s Secondary Schools in Al Qassim Saudi Arabia
Journal Title: Saudi Journal of Engineering and Technology - Year 2018, Vol 3, Issue 2
Abstract
Abstract:Presently computer technology is becoming an important education tool especially in girl’s schools about the use of computer technology. Therefore, the main objectives of this study was to introduce different types of computer and information technology knowledge related to student’s life and society requirements. The population for this study was a group of people involved in the module including both the teachers and students from two secondary schools in Al- Qassim. Personnel interview was considered as the best method for the study from the researcher's perspective.A conceptual model was developed to evaluate the use of Soft Systems Methodology (SSM) for the improvement of teaching computer technology in girls’ secondary schools. Questionnaire was designed based on the Likert Scale for the respondents to sate their level of agreement on the scale of five items [strongly agree, agree, neutral, disagree and strongly disagree with a scale ranging from 1 (strongly disagree) to 4 (strongly agree). The implementation of the Soft Systems Methodology was illustrated by stages, which included the development of a rich picture, root definitions, conceptual models and comparison with the real world.The application of SSM achieved some of the study objectives pertaining to computer teaching technology in girl’s secondary school encountered by many obstacles. The achievement of SSM application was presented in the rich picture which seemed helpful especially in presenting the conflict between the students and the teacher’s demands keeping in view the limitations of the program for better understanding of the situation. The induction of computer teaching technology proved useful in enhancing the student’s skill about the benefits of computer tools in learning at schools. The suggested system was found useful for updating the use of SSM by applying the computer module in teaching computer technology in girl’s secondary schools in Al-Qaseem, Saudi Arabia. Because it is comprehensive and would fully examine the application of SSM methodology. This study recommended the application of SSM in schools context but within the context of individuals’ conflict situation.Application and use of computer teaching technology is an important education tool especially in girl’s schools about the use of computer tools and software for improving learning skills about different aspects of life. This study recommended the induction of computer teaching technology for enhancing the student’s skill about the benefits of computer tools for learning and understanding different aspects of life at school levels. Keywords:Soft system methodology, computer technology, girl’s education, advantages, limitations, student’s response.
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Jasmine Al- Jarallah
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