The Effectiveness of a Computer based program of Concept Map Strategy for Developing Second Stage Basic Education Students Grammatical Concepts and Critical Thinking Skills

Abstract

The aim of this study is that training teachers to use modern teaching methods in general and concept map in particular in teaching Arabic grammar. This makes students acquire information by themselves. They can acquire some critical thinking skills instead of focusing on traditional method that concentrates on memorization. Reviewing Arabic grammar curricula with their content and organization and presenting them in attractive and interesting ways that foster the critical abilities of the students, encourage research and experimentation and avoid concentrating on memorization. Reviewing current assessment methods by including questions that measure the creative aspects to help students think critically. Using Modern technological devices in teaching the Arabic grammar.