Strategies for Attention to Diverse Education in Omani Society: Perceptions of Secondary School Students

Al Musawi, A.; Al-Ani, W.; Amoozegar, A.; Al-Abri, K. Strategies for Attention to Diverse Education in Omani Society: Perceptions of Secondary School Students. Educ. Sci. 2022, 12, 398. https://doi.org/ 10.3390/educsci12060398

18 Pages Posted: 11 Feb 2023

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Ali Al Musawi

Sultan Qaboos University - Department of Instructional & Learning Technology

Wajeha Al-Ani

Sultan Qaboos University - Department of Educational Foundation & Administration

Azadeh Amoozegar

Limkokwing University of Creative Technology; Sultan Qaboos University; University Putra Malaysia

Khalaf Al-Abri

Sultan Qaboos University - Department of Educational Foundation & Administration

Date Written: June 12, 2022

Abstract

In a climate of increasing multiculturalism in education, classrooms have become more diverse, offering educators and institutions both opportunities and challenges. In response to changing advancements and trends in education, school administrators claim that classroom diversity can develop students’ learning potential when properly harnessed and matched with inclusive pedagogy. This research reflects how diversity within the Omani education system can be enhanced by comparing the beliefs and experiences of students in diverse classrooms. This information provides a better understanding of students’ learning needs based on their perception of diversity. A descriptive study was performed with a quantitative approach, whereby a sample of 283 students completed a survey. The results indicate those female students rated more highly on the teaching method scale in comparison to male students. Additional post hoc tests on simple effects confirmed that non-Arab students tend to rate their teachers comparatively more highly in terms of teaching methods, curriculum design, assessment techniques, and practical skills than Omani and Arab pupils across the different subjects. This study offers valuable insights and practical strategies for cultivating diversity and inclusion in diverse settings in Omani schools.

Keywords: Internationalization; globalization; migration; diverse classroom; equity; inclusion

Suggested Citation

Al Musawi, Ali and Al-Ani, Wajeha and Amoozegar, Azadeh and Al-Abri, Khalaf, Strategies for Attention to Diverse Education in Omani Society: Perceptions of Secondary School Students (June 12, 2022). Al Musawi, A.; Al-Ani, W.; Amoozegar, A.; Al-Abri, K. Strategies for Attention to Diverse Education in Omani Society: Perceptions of Secondary School Students. Educ. Sci. 2022, 12, 398. https://doi.org/ 10.3390/educsci12060398, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=4134634

Ali Al Musawi

Sultan Qaboos University - Department of Instructional & Learning Technology

Wajeha Al-Ani

Sultan Qaboos University - Department of Educational Foundation & Administration

Azadeh Amoozegar (Contact Author)

Limkokwing University of Creative Technology ( email )

Cyberjaya, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, 63000
Malaysia

Sultan Qaboos University ( email )

Muscat
Oman

University Putra Malaysia ( email )

Selangor Darul Ehsan
Serdang, Selangor 43400
Malaysia

Khalaf Al-Abri

Sultan Qaboos University - Department of Educational Foundation & Administration

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