Browsing by Author "Siby, Nitha"
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A Meta-Analysis to Gauge the Effectiveness of STEM Informal Project-Based Learning: Investigating the Potential Moderator Variables
Santhosh, Malavika; Farooqi, Hafsa; Ammar, Mohammad; Siby, Nitha; Bhadra, Jolly; Al-Thani, Noora J.; Sellami, Abdellatif; Fatima, Noshin; Ahmad, Zubair... more authors ... less authors ( Springer Science and Business Media B.V. , 2023 , Article Review)In recent decades, informal project-based learning (PjBL) for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education has gained immense significance. Though some meta-analytical studies have reported the ... -
A STEM Model to Engage Students in Sustainable Science Education through Sports: A Case Study in Qatar
Ali, Ruba; Bhadra, Jolly; Siby, Nitha; Ahmad, Zubair; Al-Thani, Noora ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Sports is a powerful tool to make deeper connections, stimulations, and understanding of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education. Science in sports is a unique program established to present ... -
Covid-19 inspired a stem-based virtual learning model for middle schools—a case study of Qatar
Abouhashem, Azza; Abdou, Rana Magdy; Bhadra, Jolly; Siby, Nitha; Ahmad, Zubair; Al-Thani, Noora Jabor... more authors ... less authors ( MDPI , 2021 , Article)An unprecedented turn in educational pedagogies due to the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected the students’ learning process worldwide. This article describes developing a STEM-based online course during the ... -
Cultivating Curiosity by integrating art in science through photography
Al-thani, Noora; Siby, Nitha; Nabhan, Fatma; Ali, Ruba ( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Arts-integrated science is a tantalizing educational approach that captures the attention of scientific learners through the lighter side of science. This study highlights the findings of a school-based applied research ... -
Development and Productive use of Virtual Pandemic Awareness Course during COVID-19 Outbreak to Stimulate STEM Curiosity in High School Students
Alkhair, Shahad; Elhawary, Enas; ali, ruba; Siby, Nitha; Aledamat, Rania; AlEjji, Maryam; Bhadra, Jolly; Ahmed, Zubair; Al-Thani, Noora... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)In early 2020 when Covid-19 hit the globe, it caused significant destruction to the educational process. Schools were shut down, teachers and students struggled to adapt to the new method of learning. Meanwhile, Students ... -
Do research experience programs promote capacity building in Qatar: Investigating the trend and participation differences
Zubair, Ahmad; Ammar, Mohammad; Siby, Nitha; Bhadra, Jolly; Sellami, Abdellatif; Al-Thani, Noora J.... more authors ... less authors ( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Research Experience programs (REPs) inspire students to pursue advanced degrees and shape their research career paths. Government and commercial organizations sponsor REPs to promote the capacity building of the country. ... -
Enriching computing identity frameworks: integrating current constructs and unveiling new dimensions for today’s tech-savvy world—a systematic review
Santhosh, Malavika E.; Siby, Nitha; Sellami, Abdellatif; Bhadra, Jolly; Ahmad, Zubair ( Frontiers Media S.A. , 2024 , Article)This systematic review seeks to improve the existing framework for developing students’ Computing Identity (CI) by integrating contemporary elements and identifying new dimensions. A meticulous selection of 31 articles ... -
From sports to science: Designing sports products to experience science and engineering
Ali, Ruba; Bhadra, Jolly; Siby, Nitha; Al-Thani, Noora ( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)Sports can have substantial impact on fostering cognitive and non-cognitive skills in youth leading to higher productivity. Its' potential to integrate within diverse academic subjects make it an ideal choice to attract ... -
High School Students’ Perceptions of the Role of Social Support in Cultivating Their Interests in and Aspirations to STEM Degrees and Careers—A Middle Eastern Case Study
Sellami, Abdellatif; Santhosh, Malavika E.; Siby, Nitha; Bhadra, Jolly; Ahmad, Zubair ( MDPI , 2023 , Article)This case study intends to comprehend students’ perceptions of social support in cultivating their interests and aspirations for science, mathematics, engineering, and technology (STEM) degrees and careers. Survey-based ... -
Innovative tool to educate high school students through research based learning
Al-thani, Noora; Bhadra, Jolly; Siby, Nitha; Elhawary, Enas; Saad, Azza ( Qatar University Press , 2020 , Poster)The need for enhanced engagement of school students for better behavioral outcomes in line with scientific learning and acquisition of science process skills have continually incited educators to strategize innovative ... -
Investigating the individual interests of undergraduate students in STEM disciplines
Ammar, Mohammad; Siby, Nitha; Khalili, Sara; Al-Thani, Alshayma N.; Sellami, Abdellatif; Touati, Farid; Bhadra, Jolly; Al-Thani, Noora J.; Ahmad, Zubair... more authors ... less authors ( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)Despite massive investments in the education sector to empower youth in Qatar, a vital concern remains to retain students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines at the undergraduate level. ... -
Measuring students' AI competence: Development and validation of a multidimensional scale integrating educational psychology perspectives
Ahmad, Zubair; Sultana, Almaas; Latheef, Nafilah Abdul; Siby, Nitha; Sellami, Abdellatif; Abbasi, Saddam Akber... more authors ... less authors ( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)The rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into K-12 education has created a pressing need to evaluate students' capacity to engage with AI effectively and responsibly. As outlined in UNESCO's AI Competency ... -
Meta-analysis of chemistry-based interdisciplinary informal research experience program for high school students
Al-thani, Noora J.; Siby, Nitha; Saad, Azza; Bhadra, Jolly; Qahtani, Noora; Sellami, Abdellatif; Ahmad, Zubair... more authors ... less authors ( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)Research-based learning models, particularly interdisciplinary programs, are crucial in promoting STEM skills and fostering positive attitudes among students. This study presents a meta-analysis evaluating the impact of a ... -
QUYSC STEM Digilearning Model
Siby, Nitha; Elhawary, Enas; Bhadra, Jolly; Al-thani, Noora; Abouhashem, Azza; Magdy, Rana... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)Covid-19 and the unprecedented shift in educational delivery, has revealed multiple perforations in the science-learning pedagogies. The technological replacements for a physical presence of an instructor and peer collaborated ... -
The Role of Multidisciplinary Chemistry Informal Research Programs in Building Research Competencies and Attitudes
Al-Thani, Noora J.; Saad, Azza; Siby, Nitha; Bhadra, Jolly; Ahmad, Zubair ( American Chemical Society , 2022 , Article)This article is focused on the effectiveness of an innovative research-based learning model that employs chemistry-based research projects in developing high school students' research competency and attitudes. The ... -
A STEM model to engage students in sustainable science education through sports: A case study in Qatar
Ali, Ruba; Bhadra, Jolly; Siby, Nitha; Ahmad, Zubair; Al-Thani, Noora Jabor ( MDPI , 2021 , Article)Sports has the potential to integrate with different scientific subjects, including materials science and engineering, making it an ideal approach to enhance the students’ affinity toward sustainable education in science, ... -
A tailored innovative model of “research internship” aimed at strengthening research competencies in STEM undergraduates
Siby, Nitha; Ammar, Mohammad; Bhadra, Jolly; Elawad, Elmogiera Fadlallh Elsaye; Al-Thani, Noora Jabor; Ahmad, Zubair... more authors ... less authors ( Emerald Publishing Limited , 2024 , Article)Purpose: Research internships are integral components of undergraduate programs that nurture students' skill sets. However, the current trend of these internships adopting a direct apprenticeship model, often termed ...














