Arab Educational Information Network

This study aimed at identifying the extent to which Arabic language textbooks for the first three grades in Jordan include the implications of the knowledge economy. To achieve this aim, the analytical descriptive method was employed. The content analysis instrument included a list of (35) standards of the knowledge economy supposed to be included in Arabic language textbooks. Validity and reliability were checked. The study sample consisted of all Arabic language textbooks for the first three grades in Jordan in the academic year 2015-2016. The results of the study showed that the total frequencies of the contents of the knowledge economy included in the Arabic language textbooks for the first three grades were (946). The contents of the knowledge economy which gained the highest percentages were: Development of scientific thinking, students acquisition of knowledge and language, skills of good listening, training student on loud voice reading, and applying the ICT. The implications which gained the lowest percentages were: students training to manage time well, enhancing their ability to self-assessment, and assisting them develop problems solution. The implications which were not represented in the textbooks were: Respect the value of work and productivity, development of creative ideas and unfamiliar activities, and training in the art of leadership .The study recommended the development of Arabic language textbooks for all stages , ascertain the extent of including the implications of the knowledge economy, and conduct similar studies on textbooks to other grades. (Published Abstract)