The Effectiveness of a Proposed Discrete ‎Math Program Based on Mathematical ‎Thinking Styles in Developing Achievement ‎and Creativity among Computer Science ‎Student-Teachers at Sana'a University

Abstract

The study sought to determine the extent to which a mathematical thinking-based program in discrete math has an effect on developing achievement and creativity among computer science student-teachers at Sana'a University's Faculty of Education. The study followed the experimental method with two related groups and pre- and post-tests. Data collection tools included a list of mathematical thinking styles and methods, a proposed program, an achievement test and a general creativity test. All the tools were appropriately checked for their validity and reliability. The sample selected for the study consists of 30 first-year teachers of computer science, and the consistency of extraneous variables was checked. The tools were administered at the beginning of Second Semester  (2021-2022), the proposed program was implemented during the semester, and the tools were re-administered at the end of the same semester.  The study findings demonstrated statistically significant differences between the participants' average scores in both pre- and post-accomplishment and creativity tests (0.01) in favor of post-tests, as well as a high level of effectiveness of the suggested program.The study recommended that student-teachers should be trained on thinking styles as well as on new techniques of teaching and learning that emphasize thinking and creativity