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Journal of philology and educational sciences, Dec 23, 2023
This paper explores the representation of mad women in literature through the lens of psychoanaly... more This paper explores the representation of mad women in literature through the lens of psychoanalytical feminism. It focuses on analyzing the decades-old patterns of female objectification through the male gaze, and their being ruled as 'mad' or 'psychotic' for demanding equal rights as men. Through the use of psychoanalytic feminism theory, the paper studies the literary works of the late 1800s and early 1900s. And in relation to the birth of the feminist movement; it demonstrates how within the literature of that period, more often than not women were depicted as mentally ill and condemned to mental hospitals and psychotic institutions in order to receive extremely harsh treatments for illnesses that they do not have. The analysis will be performed on two literary works, that have been selected and seen as fitting for the topic, and they are: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, and Girl, Interrupted by Susanna Kaysen. With the leading characters of these two novels being female, and extracted from society for being ill-fitting, they become the perfect examples for describing the main points of this paper.
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences
Leaders, particularly those associated with fascist ideologies, employ visual media as a tool to ... more Leaders, particularly those associated with fascist ideologies, employ visual media as a tool to construct and propagate certain doctrines within the general populace. In this scholarly endeavor, our pursuit revolves around elucidating the profound interplay between art and photography as potent instruments of persuasive communication. First, readers will meet a brief historical background of both mechanisms. Later, in the literature review, several studies will be presented in which critics have shed light on art and photography as effective ways for political propaganda, by analyzing their synergistic relationship and impact on individuals. The argument will be integrated with the works of both Roland Bathes and Walter Benjamin. In the final part of this paper, we provide a few visual representations of both Western and Eastern political figures – King Henry VIII, Napoleon Bonaparte, Adolf Hitler, and Saddam Hussein – who have framed the population’s perception through the impact ...
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences
This article aims to understand the level of future anxiety for the students at College of Educat... more This article aims to understand the level of future anxiety for the students at College of Education in Sharazur. To achieve these goals, researchers have used the method of description. The sample of the study comprised 100 Students of both male and female gender in three different departments (Human Development, Kindergarten, and Kurdish Language). The academic level of the participants was (first year, second year, third year, and fourth year). The tool of the study was the survey questionnaire consisting of 51 items were collected. The researchers analyzed the statistical materials (census center and T-test) For one sample and two samples, they used one directional analysis and one way ANOVA. The results of the study showed that the future anxiety exists among female students of Sharazur Education College more significantly than male students. However, there is an insignificant difference between the departments of Kurdish language and Human Development. So, the anxiety cannot b...
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences
The aim of this article is to investigate the role of web 2.0 tools and social media applications... more The aim of this article is to investigate the role of web 2.0 tools and social media applications in the relationship between undergraduate students and university lecturers. The researchers used the quantitative approach to design the methodology of the research. The sample of the study was 85 students from the departments of (Social Sciences, Arabic Language, and English Language) in the second year, third year, and fourth year at the college of basic education at the University of Halabja for the academic year 2020-2021. The questionnaire was used to collect the data from the participants. The result of the study demonstrated that there was a significant influence on the relationship between the students and the lecturers in using social media applications. Students showed that they use social media every day and it has a positive impact on their interaction with the lecturers.
TESOL Today, 2024
English language pedagogy has shifted from a broad to a specialized pattern in the past several d... more English language pedagogy has shifted from a broad to a specialized pattern in the past several decades. The aim of the present study is to examine the pedagogical landscape of the English language in engineering departments. The study demonstrates a remarkable prevalence of authors, focusing on the significance of independent investigation in the field by assessing various aspects such as authorship, years of publication, involvement of the countries where the studies were conducted, and the methodologies employed in the studies. A temporal analysis reveals an emphasis on studies during 2020-2022, suggesting increased concern and responsiveness to specific issues in English pedagogy in engineering departments. In terms of countries, Indonesia, China, and Malaysia emerge as substantial contributors, highlighting their dynamic involvement in English language instruction in engineering departments. Qualitative methodologies dominate, acknowledging the nuanced nature of language teaching in engineering and enabling a profound exploration of instructional intricacies. In summary, this content analysis provides insights into the distribution, trends, and preferences in teaching English in engineering fields. The prevalence of individual authorship, temporal clustering, geographical concentrations, and the dominance of qualitative methods collectively enrich the understanding of this dynamic research landscape.
Research Result. Theoretical and Applied Linguistics, 2024
Lexical bundles are considered as one of the main rhetorical features in academic genres. The app... more Lexical bundles are considered as one of the main rhetorical features in academic genres. The appropriate use of these features adds to the coherence and naturalness of the texts. Recently, genre analysis studies tend to investigate the similarities and differences across different academic disciplines and the effects of the first language of writers on the employment of these linguistic features. There are limited studies, however, in the field with a mere focus on the use of lexical bundles in PhD dissertations and the similarities and differences on the employment of these features among native and non-native English writers. In this regard, the current study, following a comparative corpus-based approach, investigated the use of lexical bundles in English PhD dissertations written by native English-speaking and nonnative Kurdish-speaking writers across the two disciplines of biology and linguistics. All the compiled dissertations were selected from the ones published between 2010 to 2020 in British universities to keep the compiled corpora comparable. In the next phase, the distribution, linguistic structures, and functions of bundles used in introduction and literature review sections of the compiled dissertations were analyzed using WordSmith 6 th edition concordancing software. The analysis provides a list of the most frequently used lexical bundles in each scientific field and among the two groups of writers. The structural analysis showed that noun phrases and prepositional phrases were the most frequently used bundles between both groups of writers and of disciplines. It was also found that passive structures were commonly used in biology dissertations. The functional analysis revealed that non-native Kurdish writers tended to use more research-oriented and text-oriented bundles in comparison with their native counterparts. It was suggested that the rhetorical differences and similarities between the two groups of writers and the disciplines could be attributed to the experience or proficiency levels of writers and the conventions, knowledge construction principles and research approaches of each Ahmed A. A., Ariannejad A. A comparative study of lexical bundles in linguistics and biology Ph.D. dissertations 48 НАУЧНЫЙ РЕЗУЛЬТАТ. ВОПРОСЫ ТЕОРЕТЙЧЕСКОЙ Й ПРЙКЛАДНОЙ ЛЙНГВЙСТЙКЙ RESEARCH RESULT. THEORETICAL AND APPLIED LINGUISTICS academic discourse community. Pedagogically speaking, it is discussed that teaching discursive features and including language teaching tasks drawn from authentic texts such as text analysis tasks, focused tasks, extended writing tasks enable EAP learners to learn how to employ these linguistic features effectively to improve the flow of information, coherence and fluency in their academic texts.
Kurdish Studies, 2024
Hannah Senesh and Laila Qasim were two political activists, one Jewish and the other Kurdish, who... more Hannah Senesh and Laila Qasim were two political activists, one Jewish and the other Kurdish, whose identities were manipulated by previous regimes in the early and late twentieth centuries: the Nazi and the Iraqi governments. As a result, the narratives of these women have been recounted in terms of historical incidents. In this article, however, we seek to examine the factors behind Senesh and Qasim's imprisonment and death sentences through philosophical lenses and literary theories-intersectionality (Kimberlé Crenshaw), women's identity (Simone de Beauvoir), sexual politics (Kate Millett) and subaltern discourse (Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak). We also highlight the theoretical aspects and present the manufactured political ideologies from different ethnic and religious backgrounds that constructed gender identities in the context of these women. Our close reading of these issues shows the existential aspect and also the constructed ideologies that discriminated against women and led to these women being placed behind bars.
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences, 2023
This paper explores the representation of mad women in literature through the lens of psychoanaly... more This paper explores the representation of mad women in literature through the lens of psychoanalytical feminism. It focuses on analyzing the decades-old patterns of female objectification through the male gaze, and their being ruled as 'mad' or 'psychotic' for demanding equal rights as men. Through the use of psychoanalytic feminism theory, the paper studies the literary works of the late 1800s and early 1900s. And in relation to the birth of the feminist movement; it demonstrates how within the literature of that period, more often than not women were depicted as mentally ill and condemned to mental hospitals and psychotic institutions in order to receive extremely harsh treatments for illnesses that they do not have. The analysis will be performed on two literary works, that have been selected and seen as fitting for the topic, and they are: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, and Girl, Interrupted by Susanna Kaysen. With the leading characters of these two novels being female, and extracted from society for being ill-fitting, they become the perfect examples for describing the main points of this paper.
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences, 2023
In recent times, technological innovations have revolutionized the educational process. New teach... more In recent times, technological innovations have revolutionized the educational process. New teaching methods have emerged, and educators are encountering a shift in teaching approaches. The present study is a detailed examination of the incorporation of gamification in education, a rapidly changing domain driven by technological progress. Employing a content analysis approach, the study aims to scrutinize 59 articles from 2018 to 2023, gathered from Google Scholar. The temporal analysis discloses a steady rise in research output, reaching its peak in 2022, underscoring the increasing importance of gamification in education. Authorship patterns explain distinctions between individual and collaborative researchers, emphasizing the significance of individual contributions in the field of language learning. Methodological exploration underscores a varied array of research approaches, with a noteworthy high rate utilizing quantitative methods, contributing to a robust comprehension of how gamification is applied in learning settings. The thematic analysis highlights language learning as a predominant focus, particularly within English language education, displaying the adaptability of gamification across diverse educational spheres. This comprehensive incorporation of findings serves as a valuable reference for academics, educators, and policymakers navigating the dynamic landscape of gamification in education.
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences, 2023
Leaders, particularly those associated with fascist ideologies, employ visual media as a tool to ... more Leaders, particularly those associated with fascist ideologies, employ visual media as a tool to construct and propagate certain doctrines within the general populace. In this scholarly endeavor, our pursuit revolves around elucidating the profound interplay between art and photography as potent instruments of persuasive communication. First, readers will meet a brief historical background of both mechanisms. Later, in the literature review, several studies will be presented in which critics have shed light on art and photography as effective ways for political propaganda, by analyzing their synergistic relationship and impact on individuals. The argument will be integrated with the works of both Roland Bathes and Walter Benjamin. In the final part of this paper, we provide a few visual representations of both Western and Eastern political figures-King Henry VIII, Napoleon Bonaparte, Adolf Hitler, and Saddam Husseinwho have framed the population's perception through the impact of their artistic weaponry.
Koya University Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2023
This research investigates the intricate realm of language learning, with a specific focus on the... more This research investigates the intricate realm of language learning, with a specific focus on the challenging domain of listening skills for Kurdish EFL (English as a Foreign Language) learners. Listening, an essential component of language learning alongside speaking, reading, and writing, poses a significant cognitive challenge for individuals acquiring a second language, particularly English. Using a pre-experimental one-group study design, this study aims to uncover the impact of English course books on the enhancement of listening skills among Kurdish EFL learners. In pursuit of this objective, a group of 24 first-year university students, comprising 14 females and 10 males, engaged in both pre-tests and post-tests to evaluate their listening proficiency, and conducting the survey questionnaire. Employing the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) for data analysis, the research utilized various statistical tests to explore the effects of supplementary materials and the perspectives of learners on the English File course book. Furthermore, a Paired Samples T-Test was employed to measure the degree of change between the pre-test and post-test scores. Remarkably, the findings from this analysis suggest that the use of English File course books led to improved listening skills among Kurdish EFL learners. These improvements are vital, emphasizing the significance of considering individual learning journey. Notably, gender-based differences in perceptions were explored, and the results revealed a surprising consistency in the perceptions of male and female EFL learners within the Kurdish context. These insights contribute to our understanding of language acquisition and underscore the importance of tailored instructional interventions in enhancing listening skills.
Journal of University of Human Development, 2023
The aim of this study is to determine the level of selfdirected learning readiness among undergra... more The aim of this study is to determine the level of selfdirected learning readiness among undergraduate students belonging to Generation Z in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The study sample was 225 undergraduate students in the English language and literature departments across three universities located in Erbil, Halabja, and Sulaymaniyah. The study used a quantitative approach using a questionnaire. The results showed that there was no significant difference between male and female students in terms of self-control and self-management. However, a slight difference emerged in terms of their desire for learning. A considerable variation was found between first-and fourth-year students in terms of their level of self-control. Furthermore, the results revealed a significant difference between the cities, with students from Erbil demonstrating a higher readiness level for self-directed learning compared to their peers in the other two cities. These findings provide valuable insights into the selfdirected learning preparedness of undergraduate students in Kurdistan. They suggest the need for targeted efforts to promote self-directed learning, particularly in areas where readiness level is lower.
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences, 2022
The aim of this article is to investigate the role of web 2.0 tools and social media applications... more The aim of this article is to investigate the role of web 2.0 tools and social media applications in the relationship between undergraduate students and university lecturers. The researchers used the quantitative approach to design the methodology of the research. The sample of the study was 85 students from the departments of (Social Sciences, Arabic Language, and English Language) in the second year, third year, and fourth year at the college of basic education at the University of Halabja for the academic year 2020-2021. The questionnaire was used to collect the data from the participants. The result of the study demonstrated that there was a significant influence on the relationship between the students and the lecturers in using social media applications. Students showed that they use social media every day and it has a positive impact on their interaction with the lecturers.
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences, 2022
This article aims to understand the level of future anxiety for the students at College of Educat... more This article aims to understand the level of future anxiety for the students at College of Education in Sharazur. To achieve these goals, researchers have used the method of description. The sample of the study comprised 100 Students of both male and female gender in three different departments (Human Development, Kindergarten, and Kurdish Language). The academic level of the participants was (first year, second year, third year, and fourth year). The tool of the study was the survey questionnaire consisting of 51 items were collected. The researchers analyzed the statistical materials (census center and T-test) For one sample and two samples, they used one directional analysis and one way ANOVA. The results of the study showed that the future anxiety exists among female students of Sharazur Education College more significantly than male students. However, there is an insignificant difference between the departments of Kurdish language and Human Development. So, the anxiety cannot be ascertained among students of those departments.
Journal of philology and educational sciences, Dec 23, 2023
This paper explores the representation of mad women in literature through the lens of psychoanaly... more This paper explores the representation of mad women in literature through the lens of psychoanalytical feminism. It focuses on analyzing the decades-old patterns of female objectification through the male gaze, and their being ruled as 'mad' or 'psychotic' for demanding equal rights as men. Through the use of psychoanalytic feminism theory, the paper studies the literary works of the late 1800s and early 1900s. And in relation to the birth of the feminist movement; it demonstrates how within the literature of that period, more often than not women were depicted as mentally ill and condemned to mental hospitals and psychotic institutions in order to receive extremely harsh treatments for illnesses that they do not have. The analysis will be performed on two literary works, that have been selected and seen as fitting for the topic, and they are: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, and Girl, Interrupted by Susanna Kaysen. With the leading characters of these two novels being female, and extracted from society for being ill-fitting, they become the perfect examples for describing the main points of this paper.
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences
Leaders, particularly those associated with fascist ideologies, employ visual media as a tool to ... more Leaders, particularly those associated with fascist ideologies, employ visual media as a tool to construct and propagate certain doctrines within the general populace. In this scholarly endeavor, our pursuit revolves around elucidating the profound interplay between art and photography as potent instruments of persuasive communication. First, readers will meet a brief historical background of both mechanisms. Later, in the literature review, several studies will be presented in which critics have shed light on art and photography as effective ways for political propaganda, by analyzing their synergistic relationship and impact on individuals. The argument will be integrated with the works of both Roland Bathes and Walter Benjamin. In the final part of this paper, we provide a few visual representations of both Western and Eastern political figures – King Henry VIII, Napoleon Bonaparte, Adolf Hitler, and Saddam Hussein – who have framed the population’s perception through the impact ...
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences
This article aims to understand the level of future anxiety for the students at College of Educat... more This article aims to understand the level of future anxiety for the students at College of Education in Sharazur. To achieve these goals, researchers have used the method of description. The sample of the study comprised 100 Students of both male and female gender in three different departments (Human Development, Kindergarten, and Kurdish Language). The academic level of the participants was (first year, second year, third year, and fourth year). The tool of the study was the survey questionnaire consisting of 51 items were collected. The researchers analyzed the statistical materials (census center and T-test) For one sample and two samples, they used one directional analysis and one way ANOVA. The results of the study showed that the future anxiety exists among female students of Sharazur Education College more significantly than male students. However, there is an insignificant difference between the departments of Kurdish language and Human Development. So, the anxiety cannot b...
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences
The aim of this article is to investigate the role of web 2.0 tools and social media applications... more The aim of this article is to investigate the role of web 2.0 tools and social media applications in the relationship between undergraduate students and university lecturers. The researchers used the quantitative approach to design the methodology of the research. The sample of the study was 85 students from the departments of (Social Sciences, Arabic Language, and English Language) in the second year, third year, and fourth year at the college of basic education at the University of Halabja for the academic year 2020-2021. The questionnaire was used to collect the data from the participants. The result of the study demonstrated that there was a significant influence on the relationship between the students and the lecturers in using social media applications. Students showed that they use social media every day and it has a positive impact on their interaction with the lecturers.
TESOL Today, 2024
English language pedagogy has shifted from a broad to a specialized pattern in the past several d... more English language pedagogy has shifted from a broad to a specialized pattern in the past several decades. The aim of the present study is to examine the pedagogical landscape of the English language in engineering departments. The study demonstrates a remarkable prevalence of authors, focusing on the significance of independent investigation in the field by assessing various aspects such as authorship, years of publication, involvement of the countries where the studies were conducted, and the methodologies employed in the studies. A temporal analysis reveals an emphasis on studies during 2020-2022, suggesting increased concern and responsiveness to specific issues in English pedagogy in engineering departments. In terms of countries, Indonesia, China, and Malaysia emerge as substantial contributors, highlighting their dynamic involvement in English language instruction in engineering departments. Qualitative methodologies dominate, acknowledging the nuanced nature of language teaching in engineering and enabling a profound exploration of instructional intricacies. In summary, this content analysis provides insights into the distribution, trends, and preferences in teaching English in engineering fields. The prevalence of individual authorship, temporal clustering, geographical concentrations, and the dominance of qualitative methods collectively enrich the understanding of this dynamic research landscape.
Research Result. Theoretical and Applied Linguistics, 2024
Lexical bundles are considered as one of the main rhetorical features in academic genres. The app... more Lexical bundles are considered as one of the main rhetorical features in academic genres. The appropriate use of these features adds to the coherence and naturalness of the texts. Recently, genre analysis studies tend to investigate the similarities and differences across different academic disciplines and the effects of the first language of writers on the employment of these linguistic features. There are limited studies, however, in the field with a mere focus on the use of lexical bundles in PhD dissertations and the similarities and differences on the employment of these features among native and non-native English writers. In this regard, the current study, following a comparative corpus-based approach, investigated the use of lexical bundles in English PhD dissertations written by native English-speaking and nonnative Kurdish-speaking writers across the two disciplines of biology and linguistics. All the compiled dissertations were selected from the ones published between 2010 to 2020 in British universities to keep the compiled corpora comparable. In the next phase, the distribution, linguistic structures, and functions of bundles used in introduction and literature review sections of the compiled dissertations were analyzed using WordSmith 6 th edition concordancing software. The analysis provides a list of the most frequently used lexical bundles in each scientific field and among the two groups of writers. The structural analysis showed that noun phrases and prepositional phrases were the most frequently used bundles between both groups of writers and of disciplines. It was also found that passive structures were commonly used in biology dissertations. The functional analysis revealed that non-native Kurdish writers tended to use more research-oriented and text-oriented bundles in comparison with their native counterparts. It was suggested that the rhetorical differences and similarities between the two groups of writers and the disciplines could be attributed to the experience or proficiency levels of writers and the conventions, knowledge construction principles and research approaches of each Ahmed A. A., Ariannejad A. A comparative study of lexical bundles in linguistics and biology Ph.D. dissertations 48 НАУЧНЫЙ РЕЗУЛЬТАТ. ВОПРОСЫ ТЕОРЕТЙЧЕСКОЙ Й ПРЙКЛАДНОЙ ЛЙНГВЙСТЙКЙ RESEARCH RESULT. THEORETICAL AND APPLIED LINGUISTICS academic discourse community. Pedagogically speaking, it is discussed that teaching discursive features and including language teaching tasks drawn from authentic texts such as text analysis tasks, focused tasks, extended writing tasks enable EAP learners to learn how to employ these linguistic features effectively to improve the flow of information, coherence and fluency in their academic texts.
Kurdish Studies, 2024
Hannah Senesh and Laila Qasim were two political activists, one Jewish and the other Kurdish, who... more Hannah Senesh and Laila Qasim were two political activists, one Jewish and the other Kurdish, whose identities were manipulated by previous regimes in the early and late twentieth centuries: the Nazi and the Iraqi governments. As a result, the narratives of these women have been recounted in terms of historical incidents. In this article, however, we seek to examine the factors behind Senesh and Qasim's imprisonment and death sentences through philosophical lenses and literary theories-intersectionality (Kimberlé Crenshaw), women's identity (Simone de Beauvoir), sexual politics (Kate Millett) and subaltern discourse (Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak). We also highlight the theoretical aspects and present the manufactured political ideologies from different ethnic and religious backgrounds that constructed gender identities in the context of these women. Our close reading of these issues shows the existential aspect and also the constructed ideologies that discriminated against women and led to these women being placed behind bars.
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences, 2023
This paper explores the representation of mad women in literature through the lens of psychoanaly... more This paper explores the representation of mad women in literature through the lens of psychoanalytical feminism. It focuses on analyzing the decades-old patterns of female objectification through the male gaze, and their being ruled as 'mad' or 'psychotic' for demanding equal rights as men. Through the use of psychoanalytic feminism theory, the paper studies the literary works of the late 1800s and early 1900s. And in relation to the birth of the feminist movement; it demonstrates how within the literature of that period, more often than not women were depicted as mentally ill and condemned to mental hospitals and psychotic institutions in order to receive extremely harsh treatments for illnesses that they do not have. The analysis will be performed on two literary works, that have been selected and seen as fitting for the topic, and they are: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, and Girl, Interrupted by Susanna Kaysen. With the leading characters of these two novels being female, and extracted from society for being ill-fitting, they become the perfect examples for describing the main points of this paper.
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences, 2023
In recent times, technological innovations have revolutionized the educational process. New teach... more In recent times, technological innovations have revolutionized the educational process. New teaching methods have emerged, and educators are encountering a shift in teaching approaches. The present study is a detailed examination of the incorporation of gamification in education, a rapidly changing domain driven by technological progress. Employing a content analysis approach, the study aims to scrutinize 59 articles from 2018 to 2023, gathered from Google Scholar. The temporal analysis discloses a steady rise in research output, reaching its peak in 2022, underscoring the increasing importance of gamification in education. Authorship patterns explain distinctions between individual and collaborative researchers, emphasizing the significance of individual contributions in the field of language learning. Methodological exploration underscores a varied array of research approaches, with a noteworthy high rate utilizing quantitative methods, contributing to a robust comprehension of how gamification is applied in learning settings. The thematic analysis highlights language learning as a predominant focus, particularly within English language education, displaying the adaptability of gamification across diverse educational spheres. This comprehensive incorporation of findings serves as a valuable reference for academics, educators, and policymakers navigating the dynamic landscape of gamification in education.
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences, 2023
Leaders, particularly those associated with fascist ideologies, employ visual media as a tool to ... more Leaders, particularly those associated with fascist ideologies, employ visual media as a tool to construct and propagate certain doctrines within the general populace. In this scholarly endeavor, our pursuit revolves around elucidating the profound interplay between art and photography as potent instruments of persuasive communication. First, readers will meet a brief historical background of both mechanisms. Later, in the literature review, several studies will be presented in which critics have shed light on art and photography as effective ways for political propaganda, by analyzing their synergistic relationship and impact on individuals. The argument will be integrated with the works of both Roland Bathes and Walter Benjamin. In the final part of this paper, we provide a few visual representations of both Western and Eastern political figures-King Henry VIII, Napoleon Bonaparte, Adolf Hitler, and Saddam Husseinwho have framed the population's perception through the impact of their artistic weaponry.
Koya University Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2023
This research investigates the intricate realm of language learning, with a specific focus on the... more This research investigates the intricate realm of language learning, with a specific focus on the challenging domain of listening skills for Kurdish EFL (English as a Foreign Language) learners. Listening, an essential component of language learning alongside speaking, reading, and writing, poses a significant cognitive challenge for individuals acquiring a second language, particularly English. Using a pre-experimental one-group study design, this study aims to uncover the impact of English course books on the enhancement of listening skills among Kurdish EFL learners. In pursuit of this objective, a group of 24 first-year university students, comprising 14 females and 10 males, engaged in both pre-tests and post-tests to evaluate their listening proficiency, and conducting the survey questionnaire. Employing the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) for data analysis, the research utilized various statistical tests to explore the effects of supplementary materials and the perspectives of learners on the English File course book. Furthermore, a Paired Samples T-Test was employed to measure the degree of change between the pre-test and post-test scores. Remarkably, the findings from this analysis suggest that the use of English File course books led to improved listening skills among Kurdish EFL learners. These improvements are vital, emphasizing the significance of considering individual learning journey. Notably, gender-based differences in perceptions were explored, and the results revealed a surprising consistency in the perceptions of male and female EFL learners within the Kurdish context. These insights contribute to our understanding of language acquisition and underscore the importance of tailored instructional interventions in enhancing listening skills.
Journal of University of Human Development, 2023
The aim of this study is to determine the level of selfdirected learning readiness among undergra... more The aim of this study is to determine the level of selfdirected learning readiness among undergraduate students belonging to Generation Z in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The study sample was 225 undergraduate students in the English language and literature departments across three universities located in Erbil, Halabja, and Sulaymaniyah. The study used a quantitative approach using a questionnaire. The results showed that there was no significant difference between male and female students in terms of self-control and self-management. However, a slight difference emerged in terms of their desire for learning. A considerable variation was found between first-and fourth-year students in terms of their level of self-control. Furthermore, the results revealed a significant difference between the cities, with students from Erbil demonstrating a higher readiness level for self-directed learning compared to their peers in the other two cities. These findings provide valuable insights into the selfdirected learning preparedness of undergraduate students in Kurdistan. They suggest the need for targeted efforts to promote self-directed learning, particularly in areas where readiness level is lower.
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences, 2022
The aim of this article is to investigate the role of web 2.0 tools and social media applications... more The aim of this article is to investigate the role of web 2.0 tools and social media applications in the relationship between undergraduate students and university lecturers. The researchers used the quantitative approach to design the methodology of the research. The sample of the study was 85 students from the departments of (Social Sciences, Arabic Language, and English Language) in the second year, third year, and fourth year at the college of basic education at the University of Halabja for the academic year 2020-2021. The questionnaire was used to collect the data from the participants. The result of the study demonstrated that there was a significant influence on the relationship between the students and the lecturers in using social media applications. Students showed that they use social media every day and it has a positive impact on their interaction with the lecturers.
Journal of Philology and Educational Sciences, 2022
This article aims to understand the level of future anxiety for the students at College of Educat... more This article aims to understand the level of future anxiety for the students at College of Education in Sharazur. To achieve these goals, researchers have used the method of description. The sample of the study comprised 100 Students of both male and female gender in three different departments (Human Development, Kindergarten, and Kurdish Language). The academic level of the participants was (first year, second year, third year, and fourth year). The tool of the study was the survey questionnaire consisting of 51 items were collected. The researchers analyzed the statistical materials (census center and T-test) For one sample and two samples, they used one directional analysis and one way ANOVA. The results of the study showed that the future anxiety exists among female students of Sharazur Education College more significantly than male students. However, there is an insignificant difference between the departments of Kurdish language and Human Development. So, the anxiety cannot be ascertained among students of those departments.