The Effect of Individualized Education by Using Multimedia on the Academic Achievement in Computer Course of the First Secondary Grade Female Students in Jordan

Abstract

This study aimd at investigating the effect of individualized education by using multimedia on the academic achievement in computer course of the first secondary grade female students in Jordan. The study sample consisted of (60) female students, from first secondary grade students, selected from a public school in MafraqGasapa directorate of education. The study sample assigned randomly into two groups: experimental group of (30) female students, which studied through individualized education by using multimedia, and the control group of (30) female students, who studied through using conventional approach. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researchers used Quasi-experimental approach by applied chievement test; it consisted of (20) items; the validity and reliability of the instrument were verified. The findings of the study showed statistical significant differences in the academic achievement in computer course, attributed to the experimental group. In light of the findings, the researchers recommended using of the individualized education by using multimedia in the teaching of computer course, because of the positive impact on academic achievement.