The Role of an Aligned Curriculum Design in the Achievement of Learning Outcomes

Alfauzan, Abdullah A.H.; Tarchouna, Nessima

doi:10.20448/journal.509.2017.43.81.91

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“…This is in line with the literature on banks' risk taking where more risk-taking makes banks less stable and increased chances of default. This is also in line with the literature on competition and banking stability where Lerner, the measure of market power, is used as an inverse measure of competition and a positive relationship is found thus competition-fragility view is supported, implying that more market power makes banks more stable (Jiménez et al, 2013;Alfauzan and Tarchouna, 2017;Kabir and Worthington, 2017;Leroy and Lucotte, 2017;Danisman and Demirel, 2018;Risfandy et al, 2018).…”

Section: Regression Resultssupporting

confidence: 86%

Evaluating Stability in Dual Banking System: Comparison Between Conventional and Islamic Banks in Malaysia

Alaeddin¹,

Khattak²,

Abojeib³

2019

HSSR

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Purpose of Study: This paper aims to explore whether Islamic banks are more stable when compared with conventional banks in a dual banking system. Methodology: This research employs Pooled OLS methodology for 42 banks, including 27 conventional banks and 15 Islamic banks, for the period of 2005-2016. Results: The study suggests that Islamic banks are less stable compared to conventional banks in overall banking sector. Furthermore, it is found that big Islamic banks are less stable than big conventional banks and small Islamic banks are less stable than small conventional banks. The results disapprove of the widespread belief that Islamic banks are more stable and more resilient to adverse shocks in the financial crisis. Moreover, while investigating the shift in overall level of banking stability with respect to financial crises, regardless of bank type and bank size, it is observed that the overall banking stability is enhanced after the financial crises. This is intriguing and a sigh of relief for policy makers and regulators in the country. Implications/Applications: This research is of contribution to policy makers and central banks in the countries with highly dual banking environment and for the central banks striving to become International Islamic financial hub.

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Section: Regression Resultssupporting

confidence: 86%

Evaluating Stability in Dual Banking System: Comparison Between Conventional and Islamic Banks in Malaysia

Alaeddin¹,

Khattak²,

Abojeib³

2019

HSSR

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“…17 Additionally, this study fulfilled the recommendations of the National Qualification Framework for higher education in Saudi Arabia, 18 since all the assessment types consider the appropriate types of assessments to be used in the learning process in different domains. 19 A study conducted by Ketteridge and Marshall 20 also aligned related objectives and learning styles to specific disciplines and types of assessments.…”

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Curriculum Mapping and Alignment of the Neuroscience Block in an Undergraduate Medical Education Program: A Delphi Study

Dera¹

2021

AMEP

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Background Curriculum mapping and alignment are complex processes essential for the improvement of curriculum and serve as guidelines for students, faculty, and college administrators. This project aims to map different components of the curriculum in a comprehensive manner to ensure smooth running of the curriculum for the end users. Materials and Methods The project addressed the neuroscience block of the undergraduate medicine program. Eight parameters were investigated: competencies (learning outcomes), curriculum themes, block objectives, weekly problems, and objectives of weekly problems, disciplines, delivery, and assessment. The Delphi method was used by ten experts to assess the importance of these parameters. Focus interviews were then conducted with faculty members. Results The panel of ten experts reached consensus by agreeing that the eight parameters are important for aligning and mapping the neuroscience block and can be helpful for smooth operation of the curriculum. Mapping and alignment were performed electronically using eight parameters over 8 weeks. Majority of the faculty members appreciated the use of curriculum mapping. Conclusion Curriculum mapping using electronic software helps in identifying gaps and redundancies and facilitating alignment between learning and assessment and learning objectives and competencies (learning outcomes). Training programs for faculty members and encouragement from leaders are suggested.

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“…Biggs and Tang (2011), as in the Saudi context, stressed the importance of learning outcomes as central to constructive alignment: "Get them right and the decisions as to how they are to be taught and how they may be assessed follow" (p. 104). Alfauzan and Tarchouna (2017) studied the application of constructive alignment on a theoretical translation course at a Saudi university and found that a well-designed curriculum can maximize learning outcomes.…”

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Aligning Theory and Practice: Developing the Concept of Curriculum Alignment through Faculty Education

Deraney¹,

Khanfar²

2020

JTTE

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This study explored faculty members' knowledge, perceptions, and application of the concept of curriculum alignment (CA) after completing educational workshops at a large public university in Saudi Arabia. The research focused on two questions: 1) Is there a significant gain in the participants' knowledge of the concept and elements of CA post workshops; and, 2) What are participants' perceptions and application of the concept upon return to their colleges/departments. The mixed-method research design included a pre/post-test instrument (n = 202) and semi-structured interviews (n=10) with participants who completed four faculty development sessions focused on curriculum concepts: 1) curriculum foundations, 2) teaching and learning strategies, 3) lesson design, and 4) assessment. Statistical analyses of pre/post workshop results and a content analysis of interview responses post workshops explored the knowledge and perceptions of participants. The quantitative results showed a significant gain post-workshop in all four areas of CA, however, limited knowledge of the concept overall, with the exception of lesson design. The content analysis revealed three themes based on the participants' perceptions and subsequent application of the concepts: 1) strong awareness and application of teaching strategies; 2) a basic foundation of CA; however, 3) minimal understanding and application of the deeper concepts of and connection between elements of CA. The study concludes with implications for future development focused on more cohesive faculty education in CA, curriculum-related competences linked to faculty development, and sustainable application of curriculum concepts learned in the colleges/programs.

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The Role of an Aligned Curriculum Design in the Achievement of Learning Outcomes

Cited by 23 publications

References 5 publications

Evaluating Stability in Dual Banking System: Comparison Between Conventional and Islamic Banks in Malaysia

Evaluating Stability in Dual Banking System: Comparison Between Conventional and Islamic Banks in Malaysia

Curriculum Mapping and Alignment of the Neuroscience Block in an Undergraduate Medical Education Program: A Delphi Study

Aligning Theory and Practice: Developing the Concept of Curriculum Alignment through Faculty Education

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