Yemeni Students Research Articles

Going beyond Conventional Instruction: Using Desuggestopedia Method to Improve Yemeni Students’ Ability to Understand Collocations

Going beyond Conventional Instruction: Using Desuggestopedia Method to Improve Yemeni Students’ Ability to Understand Collocations

The relationship between ego identity status and acculturation strategies (comparative study)

The present study aims to investigate the acculturation strategies employed by Yemeni students in Turkey and China, and their relationship with Ego identity status and perceived cultural distance. The study involved 506 Yemeni students enrolled in Turkish and Chinese universities, with 290 participants studying in Turkey (57.3 %) and 216 studying in China (42.7 %). The age of the participants ranged from 18 to 42 years, with a standard deviation of 5.45 and a mean of 27.34 years. The results indicated that the strategies adopted by Yemeni students were similar in both countries. Ego-identity states were found to be predictors of acculturation strategies. Identity achievement was found to predict integration strategy, while foreclosure identity predicted separation strategy. Additionally, identity moratorium and identity diffusion predicted the marginalization strategy. Knowledge of the host country's language was a predictor of willingness to integrate into the host society. The immigrant's lack of knowledge of the host country's language led them to adopt a separation strategy. Cultural distance was also found to be highly predictive of the assimilation and separation strategy. Furthermore, the presence of family members with the immigrants led to the adoption of tendencies to preserve the native culture, while immigrants living without their families in the host country tended to adopt the assimilation strategy.

Translating Culture-Specific Expressions from English into Arabic: Yemeni Students as a Case Study

The present study explоres the challenges encоuntered by Yemeni undergraduate students in fully cоmprehending and accurately cоnveying the nuances оf culture-specific expressiоns. It seeks tо discern the mоst effective strategies emplоyed by learners tо translate culturally-bоund cоncepts frоm English tо Arabic. In pursuit оf these оbjectives, a purposive sample of 60 Yemeni students of EFL was taken. The primary instrument utilized fоr data cоllectiоn was a translatiоn test designed by the researcher based upon available studies, encоmpassing 10 items featuring culturally embedded expressiоns. Participants were then asked to translate these expressiоns frоm English intо Arabic, acknоwledging the cultural cоnnоtatiоns inherent in bоth languages. The study's findings underscоred a spectrum оf hurdles faced by undergraduate students in the translatiоn оf culture-specific expressiоns. These impediments were predominantly caused by unfamiliarity with the intricacies оf bоth the cultures springing from i. deficiency in familiarity with translatiоn strategies and techniques; ii. challenges in achieving оptimal equivalence in the target language, hindering the fidelity оf translatiоns; iii. Finding functiоnal and pragmatic equivalents fоr these expressiоns; iv. ambiguity in certain cultural expressiоns that cоmpоunded the translatiоn challenges. In the backdrop оf these findings, the study recommends remedial interventiоns tо address these difficulties, including augmenting the cоurses within academic curricula that nurture cultural sensitivity and crоss-cultural cоmpetence. Such initiatives aim tо bridge the cultural divide and equip students with the requisite skills tо navigate linguistic and cultural cоmplexities mоre effectively.

The impact of third-person effect on social networking sites privacy risks and protective measures adoption among Yemeni students in Malaysia

This investigation utilized the Third-Person Effect (TPE) theory to comprehend how individuals perceive the impact of Social Networking Sites (SNS) privacy risks on themselves versus others. The TPE theory posits that individuals tend to believe that media messages, particularly negative ones, exert a diminished or negligible influence on themselves but wield a substantial impact on others. First introduced by Davison in 1983, this theory has historically been employed to examine perceived negative influences in media content, such as stereotyping and pornography. The current study focuses on the perceptions of individuals regarding the influence of SNS privacy risks, specifically among Yemeni students in Malaysia. The study aimed to achieve three primary objectives: Firstly, to investigate whether individuals perceive SNS privacy risks as affecting others more than themselves. Secondly, to examine the connection between the difference in perceived risk between oneself and others and the likelihood of recommending SNS privacy protective measures to others, and Thirdly, to evaluate the relationship between the difference in perceived risk between oneself and others and the likelihood of adopting SNS privacy protective measures for oneself. Through judgmental sampling, a total of 387 participants took part in the study, involving the distribution of an online questionnaire as the primary data collection instrument. The results of the study indicate a pronounced Third-Person Effect concerning SNS privacy risks among Yemeni students. Additionally, the study revealed that these students not only recommended privacy-protective measures to others but did not adopt the same measures for themselves. In summary, the findings support the validity of the Third-Person Effect (TPE) theory in the context of SNS privacy risks, suggesting that individuals tend to perceive the impact more on others than on themselves when experiencing fear.

Improving English Pronunciation Through Phonetics Instruction in Yemeni EFL Classrooms

The context of English education in Yemen provides a critical backdrop for comprehending the challenges Yemeni students face in acquiring proficiency in English pronunciation. These challenges are primarily rooted in the distinct differences between the Arabic and English sound systems, variations in syllable structure and intonation, and the influence of local dialects. Such factors are instrumental in identifying the obstacles Yemeni learners encounter in accurately articulating English phonemes. This research delves into the efficacy of phonetics instruction, specifically phonics training, in ameliorating English pronunciation skills among students in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) settings in Yemen. Employing a literature review methodology, this study meticulously collects and analyzes data from pertinent academic sources to assess the impact of phonics training on pronunciation proficiency. The findings reveal a significant enhancement in students' ability to correctly identify and articulate English phonemes, thereby improving their verbal interaction and comprehension skills, and bolstering their confidence in English communication. The contributions of this study are manifold. It illuminates the pivotal role of phonetics instruction in refining English pronunciation among EFL learners in Yemen, providing empirical evidence to support the integration of phonetic teaching within the EFL curriculum. Moreover, it advocates for the enrichment of educational resources and teacher development programs, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing English pronunciation in Yemen's English language education framework. Through its insights, this study not only addresses a critical gap in the literature but also proposes actionable recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of English pronunciation teaching in Yemeni EFL classrooms. In essence, this study underscores the transformative potential of phonics training in elevating the English language proficiency of Yemeni students, thereby contributing significantly to the broader discourse on language acquisition and pedagogy.

<b>Psychological Alienation and its relationship with self-esteem A Correlative study on a sample of Syrian and Yemeni students studying Syria</b>

#هدفت الدراسة إلى استكشاف العلاقة بين الاغتراب النفسي وتقدير الذات إضافة إلى معرفة الفروق بين الطلاب اليمنيين والسوريين في درجة الاغتراب النفسي على حدة وتقدير الذات على حدة، التعرف على دلالة الفروق بين الطلاب اليمنيين والسوريين من التخصصات العلمية)، والتخصصات (الإنسانية) أي يمني - سوري (علمي)، ويمني - سوري (إنساني) على مقياس الاغتراب النفسي ، التعرف على دلالة الفروق بين الطلاب اليمنيين والسوريين من التخصصات (العلمية)، والتخصصات (الإنسانية) أي يمني - سوري (علمي)، ويمني - سوري (إنساني) على مقياس تقدير الذات، التعرف على دلالة الفروق في تقدير الذات بين الطلاب الذين حصلوا على درجات مرتفعة والطلاب الذين حصلوا على درجات منخفضة في الاغتراب النفسي. تم بتطبيق مقياس الاغتراب النفسي ومقياس تقدير الذات على أفراد عينة الدراسة من الطلاب السوريين واليمنيين، وذلك بعد التأكد من صدقهما والتحقق من ثباتهما. النتائج : أظهرت نتائج الدراسة وجود علاقة ارتباطية عكسية بين تقدير الذات والاغتراب النفسي، وأن الطلاب اليمنيين حصلوا على درجات مرتفعة على مقياس الاغتراب بالمقارنة مع الطلاب السوريين، وبمقارنة درجات الاغتراب بين التخصصات العلمية أظهرت النتائج أن الطلاب اليمنيين يعانون من درجة مرتفعة في الاغتراب النفسي بالنسبة للطلاب السوريون هذه الفروق دالة جوهريا ، بينما لم تظهر النتائج أية فروق بينهما التخصصات الإنسانية، كما أظهرت النتائج أن الطلاب السوريين بشكل عام التخصصات العلمية والإنسانية يتمتعون بتقدير ذات مرتفع بشكل جوهري بالمقارنة مع الطلاب اليمنيين، بينما أشارت النتائج إلى وجود فروق دالة جوهرياً بين متوسط درجات الطلاب اليمنيين والسوريين الذين يشعرون بالاغتراب والذين لا يشعرون بالاغتراب على مقياس تقدير الذات في التخصصات العلمية والإنسانية، وجاءت هذه الفروق في صالح الطلاب الذين لا يشعرون الاغتراب.

Entrepreneurial intention among Yemeni students beyond business schools: mediation and moderation approaches

Entrepreneurial intention among Yemeni students beyond business schools: mediation and moderation approaches

The Difficulty of Translating Polysemes Faced by Yemeni Students

The Difficulty of Translating Polysemes Faced by Yemeni Students

Yemeni Students Utilization of Google Translate for Learning English Language: Use, Advantages, and Disadvantages

A significant number of students use instant apps to translate documents to facilitate a successful learning process. The study aims to investigate the extent of utilization of GT by Yemeni students, examine their perceptions of using GT in their studies, and scrutinize the advantages and disadvantages of GT from their perspectives. This study employs a mixed method- quantitative and qualitative. The tools for data collection are a questionnaire and a semi-structured interview. The questionnaire is administered to 283 participants. The interview is presented to 20 students. A thematic analysis is used to analyse the obtained data. The study found that Yemeni students use GT at a low level (neutral) to learn the English language but they appreciate its bilingual speed. They also suggested combining machine and human translation for accurate and high-quality results. The study revealed no gender impact utilization of GT for learning the English language. It was noticed that diploma and bachelor's students have positive attitudes towards GT, while master's and PhD students are neutral. The responses of the participants showed the advantages of GT outperformed the disadvantages of GT. English language teachers should emphasize how to do MTPE and analyze GT defects. The research emphasized directing Yemeni EFL learners to machine translation's limitations, MT opportunities, types of texts to be translated, the difficulty of translating the implied meaning and potential inaccuracies.

Impacting Attitudes towards Reading in Secondary School Students: A Direct Reading Strategy Intervention

The purpose of this study was to investigate whether the direct reading strategy instruction (DRSI) would be effective in enhancing attitudes towards reading in Yemeni pre-university students who study English as a foreign language. Participants were 60 Yemeni students who were given the adult survey of reading attitude questionnaire before and after the treatment to investigate their attitudes towards reading after four months of focus on reading strategy instruction DRSI is the core of this investigation (the independent variable) whereas reading attitude (the dependent variable) constitutes the target of DRSI activities. The data for this study were collected through using adult survey of reading attitude questionnaire (ASRA). The results revealed significant improvement in reading attitudes of students in the experimental group compared to their pre-test performance and to that of the control group. The mean scores of the experimental group in the pre-and post-ASRA were 2.28 and 3.81 respectively, indicating an improvement in their attitudes towards reading. However, the mean scores of the control group in the pre and post ASRA were 2.39 and 2.35 respectively, indicating no improvement in their attitudes towards reading. Such results are consistent with some related studies which suggest that strategy-based instruction could be rewarding for improving reading attitudes.

The Effect of Mindfulness Meditation on Academic Burnout and Perceived Stress among Muslim Students: A Quasi-experimental Approach‏

Mindfulness occurs in different populations, regardless of their religions, ages, and cultures, but the studies on Muslim backgrounds are insufficient. This study aims to empirically investigate mindfulness's benefits on academic outcomes among Yemeni students. A total of 160 Yemeni students were recruited to complete the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI-SS) and the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) and divided into two groups (experimental group = 80, control group = 80). The experimental group received mindfulness training, while the control group did not receive any training. After the experiment, both groups completed the questionnaires again. The results revealed that the experimental group's emotional exhaustion, cynicism, lack of academic efficacy, and perceived stress were decreased compared to the control group. We concluded that mindfulness meditation training decreased academic burnout and stress among Yemeni students. We suggest mindfulness meditation training could be a good program for decreasing academic problems among Muslim students.

A cross-cultural study of students’ awareness of natural disasters: voices from KSA, Yemen and Egypt

In recent years, there has been a remarkable increase in the intensity and frequency of natural disasters.There is no doubt that a thorough knowledge of natural disasters and an adequate awareness of how to protect against their negative consequences will spare many individuals considerable losses. Accordingly, the present study aims to investigate students’ level of awareness of natural disasters within a cross-cultural perspective. Twelve schools in Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Yemen were selected (four schools from each country). The total research sample consisted of 180 sixth and ninth grade students randomly selected from the targeted schools, with 60 students from each country. Semi-structured interviews were implemented. The results indicate that the majority of students in these three countries have a false or complete lack of perception of the phenomena of earthquakes and volcanoes. Only 20.6% of students in these three countries had a completely correct perception of how earthquakes occur. An analysis of students’ drawings of this phenomenon revealed that, on average,only 13.3% were able to clarify the scientific reason for earthquakes; the highest percentage of correct answers came from the students of the Arab Republic of Egypt (15.0%), followed by Saudi students (13.3%) and then Yemeni students (11.7%). Furthermore, it was found that the religious understanding, culture and day-to-day experiences of thelearners in these countries influence their cognizance and analysis of natural events, and that they develop intricate understanding and theories based on their beliefs and experiences.

EVALUATION OF THE FOREIGN STUDENT ASSOCIATION BY THE MEMBERS VIA RELIABILITY ANALYSIS

A student association could be established in a university or between the students outside the university. It can be established in accordance with special laws in order to discuss and solve the common problems of the students. The first step to establish an association is to choose the representatives of the students. After discussing the common problems of the students, the solutions and decisions are made by the representatives of the association within group which is in charge according to slate and policy of the association. The representatives members could be ranked within a group less or more than 13 members as the president, vice president, general secretary, etc. One of the association representative’s duties is to find solutions to the problems and guide the students to be more effective in their study life. This study was carried out on the Yemeni Student Association in Karabuk University. The representatives of the association are 13 students, and the total number of Yemeni students in Karabuk University is around 600 students. According to the questionnaire shared with the students, the members who are getting helped by the association are approximately 303 students. In this study, to evaluate the internal consistency and impartiality among the association member answers using the reliability analysis, 18 questions were asked in a survey and the number of students who answered the questions was 109 students. The method used in the reliability analysis was the Cronbach Alpha method. If α (Cronbach Alpha) ≥ 0.70, then the content of the questions is appropriate and the reliability analysis is accepted which means the internal consistency and impartiality among the association member answers are (very or highly) reliable. Otherwise, the reliability analysis should be re-applied by exchanging the order of the scales (answers) or by deleting items (questions). The survey was shared using Google Form containing 18 questions and 5-point Likert scale. The application of the reliability analysis was made by using SPSS program, and the categorical values were exchanged to numerical values before analysis. The categorization of the categorical values was as follows: Demographic information : age, gender (1=male, 2=female), educational status: (1=language preparation, 2= university), and compatibility questions (strongly agree=1, agree=2, disagree=3, strongly disagree=4, undecided=5). The number of questions which reliability analysis was applied on was 15 questions starting from Q4 to Q18. According to SPSS results, Cronbach alpha value was 0.939, so reliability analysis was accepted.

Do University Students Have a Good Quality of Sleep?: An Exploratory Study

Background: Sleep is an important factor in activity and achievement. This study aims to examine the quality of sleep among university students in Yemen and Saudi Arabia.
 Methods: An online survey method was used. The sample size was (636) (46.23% female N=294, 36.64% N= 233 Yemeni students and 63.36% N=403 Saudi students). Participants responded to Arabic version of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and the Sleep Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ).
 Results: The prevalence of poor sleep quality among university students was (25.63%) and sleep difficulties was (25%). A total of 23.60% of Yemeni students had poor sleep quality and 27.90% had sleep difficulties. While, 26.79% of Saudi students had poor sleep quality and 23.32% had sleep difficulties. There were no significant differences between students of two countries in sleep quality or sleep difficulties. Quality of Sleep and Sleep difficulties were significantly correlated with academic performance in the overall sample and in the group of Saudi students.
 Conclusions: The prevalence of poor sleep quality and sleep difficulties is high among university students, which may negatively affect their academic performance. There is an urgent need for psychological intervention, as well as a need for more research in this field.

Factors influencing entrepreneurial intention of university students in Yemen: The mediating role of entrepreneurial self-efficacy.

While entrepreneurship is believed to play a crucial role in economic growth and job creation in various parts of the world, particularly in developed countries, the key factors enhancing entrepreneurship behavior and intention in developing countries still need to be discovered. Therefore, this study examines the influence of personality traits and environmental and situational factors on the development of entrepreneurial intention among young students in Yemen. Data were collected through a survey responded to by 487 final-year university students from two universities (public and private) in Yemen. The study's hypotheses were tested using structural equation modeling (SEM). The study reveals that personality traits of the need for achievement (nAch) and locus of control (LoC) positively correlate with entrepreneurial self-efficacy (ESE) and entrepreneurial intention. Instrumental readiness positively correlates with ESE but not with entrepreneurial intent. The situational factors show a positive association with entrepreneurial intention but not ESE and a positive relationship between ESE and entrepreneurial intention. Furthermore, the study's findings show that ESE partially mediates the relationship between the nAch, LoC, instrumental readiness, and entrepreneurial intention. However, ESE did not mediate the relationship between situational factors and entrepreneurial intention. The study suggests that situational factors can influence entrepreneurial intention among Yemeni students and provide several recommendations to academicians and policymakers.

THE EFFECT OF NATIONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND PERSONALITY ON PARTICIPATION IN ELECTION

Student elections are considered the only way for democratic practices for Yemeni youth as the democratic process has stopped in Yemen since 2014. The current study aims to investigate the relationship between voting in the election of students and national responsibility. It also seeks to examine the effect of personality factors (extroversion and conscientiousness) on participation in elections. This study was conducted on 157 Yemeni students, 60% male, aged 18-37 (M=23.65, SD= 3.96). Results revealed that extraversion and time distance between the electoral centre and the student's residence were a negative significant predictor of participation in student elections. The results also showed that previous participation in the elections was a good predictor of subsequent participation in the elections. Moreover, the results revealed that personal relationships are an essential factor in students’ political decisions. The results showed that the presence of a friend of the voter on the list of candidates was a strong predictor of participation in the elections. Furthermore, the result unveiled positive correlations between national responsibility and both extraversion and conscientiousness. The results were discussed in light of the literature and the social and cultural context of Yemeni students in Turkey, which enhances the understanding of electoral behavior and the factors affecting it.

Retraction: The effect of dietary behaviors on the nutritional status and associated factors of Yemeni students in Saudi Arabia.

Retraction: The effect of dietary behaviors on the nutritional status and associated factors of Yemeni students in Saudi Arabia.

Prevalence and Pattern of Maxillary Wisdom Tooth Impaction and Angulation in Relation to the Maxillary Sinus among Yemeni Students

The goal of this study was to determine the prevalence of maxillary third molar impaction and angulation, as well as its relationship to the maxillary sinus, in a group of Yemeni students. Panoramic x-rays were used to assess 200 students, 102 men and 98 females, in this retrospective investigation. Chi-square tests were used to assess age, gender, maxillary sinus approximation to maxillary third molar roots, depth of impaction, and angulation. A total of 327 maxillary third molars were examined; the most congenitally missing maxillary third molar was on the right side, and females (10.25%) had more maxillary third molars engaged in the maxillary sinus than males (8.0%) (4.9%). Type A (52.9%) was the most common according to Pell and Gregory's classification, although vertical angulations of the maxillary third molar were seen more frequently (85.32%). Congenitally missing maxillary third molars are more common in females, and position A was the most common among the maxillary third molars on a vertical level.

Evaluation of Teaching Turkish as a foreign language at Yemen Sana'a University

Yemen’de 2007 yılında Sana’a üniversitesi Yabancı Diller Fakültesi Türk Dili ve Edebiyatı Bölümünün kurulmasıyla ve TİKA’nın Yemen’deki varlığıyla birlikte son yıllarda yabancı dil olarak Türkçenin öğretimi büyük önem kazanmıştır. Öyle ki, Yemenli öğrencilere Türkçe öğretimi alanında birçok yöntem kullanılmıştır. Bir dilin öğretilmesinde çevrenin çok büyük bir önemi vardır. Dilde ve öğrenilenlerin pratiğe dökülmesinde son noktayı koyan çevredir. Çevre öğrenciye en az derste aldığı kadar gelişim sağlar. Tabi çevrenin olumlu tarafları olduğu gibi olumsuz tarafları da vardır. Ayrıca Yemenli öğrencilere yabancı dil olarak Türkçe öğretiminde kültür aktarımı da söz konusudur. Çünkü, dil ile kültür birbirinden ayrılamaz. Ama bu aktarımın ne kadar ve nasıl aktarılacağı dikkat edilmesi gereken bir konudur. Özellikle Yemenli öğrencilerin kendi kültürleriyle Türk kültürünü karşılaştırabilecekleri ortak konular üzerine odaklanılmalıdır. Bu çalışmada Yemen’de Sana’a Üniversitesi Yabancı Diller Fakültesi Türk Dili ve Edebiyatı Bölümünde okuyan Yemenli öğrencilere yabancı dil olarak Türkçe’nin nasıl öğretildiği ve hangi seviyede öğrencilerin zorlanmaya başladıkları, bölüme giriş not kriterleri, yabancı dil olarak Türkçe öğretiminde dil becerilerini (okuma-anlama, yazma, konuşma ve dinleme) kullanarak öğrencilerin öğrenmelerine katkıda bulundukları tespit edilmiştir. Bu çalışmanın genel amacı Yemen Sana’a Üniversitesinde yabancı dil olarak Türkçe öğretiminin değerlendirmesini yapmaktır. Aynı zamanda Yemenli öğrencilere yabancı dil olarak Türkçe öğretimi esnasında dört beceri derslerine uygun yöntemle birlikte etkili ve eğlenceli bir biçimde kullanarak öğrencileri başarılı bir şekilde en üst seviyeye ulaştırmaktır. Yemen Sana’a Üniversitesi Yabancı Diller Fakültesi Türk Dili ve Edebiyatı Bölümünde Yemenli öğrencilere nasıl Türkçe öğretildiğini ve Yemenli öğrencilerin neden Türkçe öğrendiklerini ortaya koymaktır. Aynı zamanda Yemen Sana’a Üniversitesinde Türk Dili ve Edebiyatı bölümü dört yıllık lisans müfredat programı değerlendirilmeye çalışılacaktır.

The effect of dietary behaviors on the nutritional status and associated factors of Yemeni students in Saudi Arabia.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has undergone a significant transformation in eating habits and the native diets have been replaced with Western diets. The present study investigated the effect of dietary behavior on nutritional status and associated factors of Yemeni students studying in Saudi Arabia. The socioeconomic characteristics, food habits, daily food intake, and anthropometric measurement (BMI) were used to assess the nutrition status of 240 adults (120 males and 120 females) Yemni students with the ages ranging from 18 to 35 years studying at King Saud University, Saudi Arabia. The majority of students were married, had higher education level and reasonable income and eat three meals a day. Higher number of female studnets skipped breakfast compared to male students. Energy intake, i.e., vitamins and minerals was lower than the dietary recommended intake (DRI) for both male and female students. The majority of males were overweight compared to females. Most of the socioeconomic characteristics and food habits had positive or negative correlation with body mass index (BMI). Overall, the results revealed that the majority of Yemeni male students had poor eating habits compared to females, resulting in obesity. High income, number of meals per day, breakfast consumption, restaurant meals, consumption of soft drinks, sweets, and potato chips were identified as factors associated with the nutritional status of male and female students included in the study.