The Effectiveness of Digital Visual Learning in developing the Cognitive Performance of Female Students at a Faculty of Education in Saudi Arabia

الملخص

This research aimed to investigate the effectiveness of digital visual learning in developing the cognitive performance of female students of the first undergraduate stage majoring in teaching primary stages (enrolled in Methods of Teaching Science (3) course) at faculty of education in Saudi Arabia. To achieve the purpose of study, the researcher used several models of applications of electronic mind maps software. The study sample is purposive which consisted of (95) female students. The experimental group consisted of (46) female students and the control group of (49) students. The researcher used the qualitative and quantitative research methodology (the quasi-experimental methodology) . The researcher used two tools, A Pre - Post Test was applied in the study. In the qualitative approach used the interview technique for collecting data. The results showed statistically significant differences in favor of the experimental group that show the effect of digital visual learning is effective. And the students in the experimental group asked to apply electronic mind maps in the curriculum and include them in the teaching methods. The researcher recommends using the electronic mind maps in developing the cognitive performance in the science curriculum, and inclusion of electronic concept maps applications in teaching methods for university courses, and provide training opportunities for students to use these applications.