https://scholar.ptuk.edu.ps/handle/123456789/35 2026-04-29T17:01:03Z 2026-04-29T17:01:03Z Razia, Bahaa Subhi Awwad, Bahaa Subhi https://scholar.ptuk.edu.ps/handle/123456789/1154 2024-09-16T07:25:41Z 2024-05-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Exploring the Practices and Strategies of Active Learning in Higher Education Authors: Razia, Bahaa Subhi; Awwad, Bahaa Subhi Abstract: Active learning has gained increasing educational, and research interest. Active learning has a broad definition. This paper provides a comprehensive guide for instructors who aim to engage their students in the learning process. It examines the transition from passive to engaging approaches in higher education by examining active learning practices. It uses a mixed-methods approach in universities in the Arab area to collect data through surveys and interviews. The growth of communication skills, planning obstacles, and student engagement are highlighted in the qualitative findings. Active learning's effectiveness is dependent on increasing engagement, as demonstrated by a positive correlation between critical thinking and quantitative analysis conducted with SPSS. Time management and skill regulation are two difficulties. Successful implementation requires careful planning, alternative assessment, and continuous skill development. The study focuses on the significance of institutional support to assist teachers in reaping the benefits of active learning.

2024-05-01T00:00:00Z Qubbaj, Ihab salwa, Asad https://scholar.ptuk.edu.ps/handle/123456789/1153 2024-08-18T06:39:58Z 2024-06-30T00:00:00Z

Title: The Impact of Strategic Human Resource Management Practices on Organizational Agility (Case Study: The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics) Authors: Qubbaj, Ihab; salwa, Asad Abstract: This study confirms the vital role of strategic human resources practices (SHRM) in driving organizational agility, which is crucial for success in today's dynamic environment. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the impact of (SHRM) on organizational agility (OA) in the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS). This was achieved by utilizing a descriptive-analytical approach to data analysis and exploring the relationship between variables. In addition, the questionnaire was used to collect field data from the target study population, which consists of the permanent employees of (PCBS), numbering (207) employees. A total of (135) questionnaires were distributed to the available study sample, of which only (113) were subjected to statistical analysis. Using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), the study yielded several key findings, including the presence of a positive effect of (SHRM) on (OI). Employee empowerment was found to have the strongest positive effect on organizational agility, followed by training and development, and finally compensation and incentives. However, there was no significant effect of recruitment, selection, or performance evaluation on organizational agility. The researchers also recommended the need to review and develop the performance evaluation policy implemented within (PCBS) to align it with the changes occurring in its surrounding work environment and to link this policy with a contemporary system of rewards and incentives.

2024-06-30T00:00:00Z Dwaikat, Nizar qubbaj, ihab Queiri, Abdelbaset https://scholar.ptuk.edu.ps/handle/123456789/1083 2024-02-11T06:57:51Z 2023-10-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Mediation Effects of Financial Performance between Assets Utilization and the Market Value of Palestinian Listed Firms Authors: Dwaikat, Nizar; qubbaj, ihab; Queiri, Abdelbaset Abstract: Purpose: This paper examines the impact of asset utilization on the firm's market value and the mediating role of financial performance on a sample of non-financial sectors listed on the Palestinian stock exchange from 2010 to 2018. Design/methodology/approach: This study uses a quantitative research approach as it incorporates financial variables, including assets utilization, financial performance (ROA), market value, growth opportunities, firm size, and debt ratio. Findings: The analysis indicates that asset utilization enhances the financial performance of firms and, in turn, the market value of firms. Thus, financial performance mediates the relationship between asset utilization and the firm's market value. Additionally, the growth opportunities and the firm's size positively and directly affect the financial performance. It also indirectly impacts the market value of the firm. In contrast, the debt ratio has a negative impact on financial performance and market value. Generally, these findings are aligned with Signalling and Agency Theories predictions in light of weak corporate governance and high concentration ownership in Palestine and investors' concerns regarding wasting firm assets, unless it enhances the firm's financial performance. Research limitations/implications: This study was conducted using a sample of non-financial Palestinian sectors. Thus, future studies may examine factors included in this study on Palestinian financial industries to generalize findings for the Palestinian market. Additionally, this study used share prices to measure the market value of firms and return on assets as a measure of financial performance. Thus, future studies may consider other criteria, such as price to book value (to gauge whether a stock is valued correctly. Originality/value: Palestine is one of the countries in MENA region that has unclear effects of asset utilization on firm's performance. Accordingly, this study highlights investors' fear regarding mismanagement related to the utilization of a firm's assets, particularly where there is a negative relationship between asset utilization and market value but a positive impact on financial performance. This paper provides a clear empirical evidence on how the asset utilization could be utilized in such market to reduce agency problem and to signal quality management to the outsiders.

2023-10-01T00:00:00Z DWAIKAT, Nizar QUEIRI, Abdelbaset qubbaj, ihab https://scholar.ptuk.edu.ps/handle/123456789/1080 2024-01-21T09:46:49Z 2021-04-30T00:00:00Z

Title: The Effect of Ownership Structure of Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) on Dividend Initiation: A Case Study in Malaysia Authors: DWAIKAT, Nizar; QUEIRI, Abdelbaset; qubbaj, ihab Abstract: This study aims to determine the factors that affect dividends initiation by initial public offering firms in Malaysia. The ownership structure is examined from a corporate governance theoretical perspective in order to evaluate the impacts of managerial, institutional, and family ownership on the dividend’s initiation decision of IPO firms. This study employs a quantitative pooled cross-section of 372 Malaysian IPO companies active during the period of 2002–2013. The number of firms that went public each year varies, thus the pooled cross-section data takes place in this case rather than the panel data. The logistic model was employed to test the proposed hypotheses. The results revealed that the presence of institutional investors in the ownership structure make it more likely for IPO firms to initiate dividends. On the contrary, the presence of a family ownership structure in IPO companies as the controlling shareholder makes these companies less probable to initiate dividends. Managerial ownership was found to have no effect on the decision of initiating dividends by IPO firms. The findings of this study suggest that the existence of institutional and family ownerships are agency cost mitigators, as these ownership types could prompt IPOs firms to initiate dividends to overcome the agency conflicts.

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