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  • The adherence of dietary intake on depressive symptoms among university students 
    Nassar, Paula Boulos (Notre Dame University, Louaize, 2020)
    The purpose of this research is to examine the relationship between food and mental health, especially dietary patterns and their effects on depressive symptoms. Literature review explains the biochemical etiology of depression and the mechanism behind depressive symptoms and diets. The different dietary patterns explored in this study are diets with tryptophan containing foods, Mediterranean diets, healthy diets and diets with enough omega 3. Some past findings reveal that intake of a diet with good amounts of tryptophan containing foods, following a Mediterranean diet, adhering to a healthy ...
  • The role of visionary leadership, faculty development and infrastructure in technology integration : a case study of private secondary schools in the north west region of Cameroon 
    Kanjam, Simon (Notre Dame University-Louaize, 2020)
    The 2002 presidential decree on technology integration into Cameroonian schools has been poorly implemented because the decision was not guided by clear vision, policy or implementation plan. The twofold purpose of this research was to investigate the degree of readiness of private secondary schools in the North West Region for technology integration and to make recommendations for effective take-off of the innovation. Descriptive survey design was utilized in three purposively sampled schools to investigate the influence of vision and mission statements, professional development and infrastructure ...
  • A study into self-efficacy of grade repeaters and non-repeaters; the implications on the perception of their schooling experiences, in basic schools in Ghana 
    Eric, Kramo (Notre Dame University-Louaize., 2020)
    Grade repetition has been a contentious global subject, especially in contemporary times. While the protagonists of the practice espouse its benefits, the opponents claim its attendant demerits, especially psychological ones, far exceeds its merits hence advocate for its total eradication from the school system. Some chief variables like the self-efficacy and the perception of schooling experiences of the grade repeaters seem ignored, in such debate. The purpose of the study was to investigate whether there exists any difference in self-efficacy between grade repeaters and non-repeaters, and ...
  • Investigating the incorporation of soft skills instruction in the school curriculum : a case study of a private school in Lebanon 
    Matta, Joseph E. (Notre Dame University-Louaize, 2020)
    Soft skills have been the subject of much discussion and trending lately. Much research has been done on the relationship between partaking good soft skills and being a better employee. This could be especially true in the field of education, as the process of expectation and planning of the learning experiences showed to improve with the significant development of soft skills of the teachers. In Lebanon, very few studies are conducted on the role of soft skills in those entering the workforce. This research aims to bridge that gap by assessing the knowledge, perceptions, and behaviors of Lebanese ...
  • Establishing effective school policy on discipline and attendance in secondary schools in Liberia 
    Siryeh, Anthony Doe (Notre Dame University-Louaize., 2020-06-25)
    The purpose of this qualitative study was to assess the effectiveness of discipline and attendance policies in secondary schools in the Barnersville community of Liberia. Questionnaires, interview guide and document analyses were the main instruments used. Five secondary schools were purposively selected to conduct the study. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics through the use of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS 24 version) and results were presented in tables and charts. One hundred and sixty-seven participants were sampled from five secondary schools. Participants ...
  • Establishing financial management tactics for school leaders in private secondary schools in the north west region of Cameroon 
    Tomla, Elvis Tardzenyuy (Notre Dame University-Louaize, 2021)
    The study sought to examine and establish financial management tactics, for school leaders, in private secondary schools in the North West Region of Cameroon. It examined the background to the existing challenges from a global, Africa, regional and Cameroon perspective. A convenient sampling technique was used to select the schools. Questionnaires and interviews were used to collect data for the study. Three participants from each of the twenty private secondary schools were selected to obtain relevant information for the study. The population of 60 participants included: 20 principals, 20 ...
  • The perceptions, experiences and challenges in the profession of school psychology : evidence from Lebanese Anglo-Saxon schools 
    El Chemor, Hala (Notre Dame University-Louaize, 2021)
    School psychology appears to add credibility to the schooling and learning process of children. The profession of school psychology is relatively lesser known and appreciated. School psychologists’ main concern is the psychological, emotional, and social well-being of the students. The role of the school psychologists is very important, although very little research has been done on the perceptions, experiences, and challenges that school psychologists undergo in their profession in Lebanon. A phenomenological qualitative research is used in this study. The study is based on a set of interviews ...
  • Developing an advanced tech based curriculum model at the preschool KGI level : a case study implemented at a catholic school in Keserwan 
    Achkar, Mariane (Notre Dame University-Louaize, 2021)
    The purpose of the qualitative case study was to develop a curriculum model for KGI level with technology integration to teach English language based on two chosen themes from the Lebanese curriculum: body parts, house and family members. The curriculum model contained detailed lesson plans based on the Assure Model with technology integrated activities and resources presented in the form of curriculum pages. The study examined two sections of 61 KGI students and their two teachers during English language periods in a regular classroom environment. Data was collected over a twelve-week period ...
  • Recommending a way to create the climate to integrate technology in a school setting in Aleppo, Syria 
    Rajab, Laina Bassam (Notre Dame University-Louaize, 2021-04-22)
    The twenty-first century confronts its citizenship with new choices, opportunities, and challenges due to the universal presence of technology in all spheres of life, especially in education. Technology made a shift in the academic field and created new possibilities that shook the traditional teaching and learning paradigms; teachers and trainers are confronted by challenges that range from the acquisition of skill and literacy in the usage of technology to the delivery of the necessary tools that will guide students to become knowledge creators and users. The overall objective of this study ...
  • Assessing intermediate level students in Lebanon during school closure 
    Ghabash, Rasha (Notre Dame University-Louaize, 2022)
    The process of teaching students has always been dependent on face-to-face instruction in brick and mortar institutions. Students and teachers meet at the same place and at the same time for learning. However, some incidents around the world could make a change in the medium of instruction. Lebanon’s political and economic volatility serves as an example of shifting educational practices as a corollary of myriad national problems affecting education. The massive popular uprising on October 17, 2019, the pandemic COVID-19, and the Beirut port-blast on August 4,2020 have had their toll on ...
  • Setting reading accuracy goals affects performance and attitude 
    Iliopoulos, Krystel Alexandros (Notre Dame University-Louaize, 2022)
    Students tend to take a grade and rarely reflect on their performance. Did I do well? What was the main mistake? Is there anything I need help with? How can I improve that grade next time? That same grade that students get either motivates or demotivates them. If students get the chance to set their own goals based on their weakness, and work on an action plan to reach that goal, their view of the grade changes. They will take a grade as an indicator to help them know how well they have acquired a concept or even reached their goal. Based on that reflection, they will be able to know what the ...
  • Application of online learning by sciences teachers in private middle schools in Lebanon during covid-19 pandemic: challenges and lessons learned 
    Antoun, Nicole Salim (Notre Dame University-Louaize, 2022-12)
    The purpose of this qualitative study was to assess the application of online learning during Covid-19 pandemic from sciences educators’ perspective in private middle schools in the Keserwan community of Lebanon. Questionnaires and interviews were the main instruments used. Eight private middle schools were purposively selected to conduct the study. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics through the use of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS 24 version) and results were presented in tables and charts. Eighty participants were sampled from eight private middle schools. Participants ...
  • School leaders' practices and their influence on teachers' performance during the Lebanese economic crisis 
    Hodroj, Maggie (Notre Dame University-Louaize, 2023-05)
    The entire world has been dealing with strange events, problems, and situations. Unfortunately, the state of education is quickly impacted by external events. The way education is delivered, and schools are run has changed as a result of these instances. Because of the political, health, and economic crises, Lebanon has been going through a very difficult time, which has made the educational sector more and more unstable. The financial status of most Lebanese families has been impacted by the Lebanese pound's loss of more than 90% of its value without a rise in wages. As a result, many people, ...
  • Tracking success : a case study on the efficacy of behavioral charts in managing the disruptive behavior of a student in a school setting 
    Takadjian, Patil (Notre Dame University-Louaize, 2023-07)
    One of the most vital rights to the human race is education, especially in a school setting. Disruptive behaviors in the classroom can be an obstacle in front of this right. Here comes the importance of managing classroom behavior to provide the best education to students. Moreover, focusing on these behaviors can help the student in question develop many of his cognitive and social-emotional abilities. A technique that proves beneficial in this regard involves giving the child the motivation needed to facilitate his adaptation and development. One effective approach consists in individualizing ...

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