The Impact of the Systematic Approach on Students’ Achievement in Practical Life Sciences Courses at Zarqa University
The Impact of the Systematic Approach on Students' Achievement in Practical Life Sciences Courses at Zarqa University
| Abdulnour Karim Haddad | Hadeel Ibrahim Musleh |
| Department of Service Courses, Faculty of Science | Department of Service Courses, Faculty of Science |
| Zarqa University | Zarqa University |
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| Received : 23/09/2025 | Accepted : 27/11/2025 |
Abstract:
This study aims to evaluate the impact of the systematic approach on academic achievement among university students enrolled in practical life sciences courses. The sample consisted of 46 students divided into an experimental group (n=24; 6 males, 18 females) taught using the systems approach, and a control group (n=22; 8 males, 14 females) taught by traditional methods. ANCOVA results revealed significant differences favoring the experimental group in overall academic achievement, with an adjusted mean score of 27.4 (±0.82) compared to 20.8 (±0.82) for the control group (F(1,44)=57.2, p<0.001), and a large effect size (η²=0.55). MANCOVA analyses also showed significant differences in cognitive subdomains: recall (η²=0.43), comprehension (η²=0.52), application (η²=0.40), and analysis (η²=0.48), all favoring the experimental group. The findings demonstrate that the systematic approach effectively enhances deep understanding and higher-order thinking skills compared to conventional instruction. This supports its use in biology education to improve conceptual learning and analytical reasoning among students.
Keywords: systematic approach, Academic Achievement, Higher Education, Practical Life Sciences.