a challenge-based learning program to develop general diploma students' research skills and their satisfaction
The study aimed at developing general diploma students' research skills and their satisfaction through the use of challenge-based learning training program. Participants of the study were randomly selected (N=40) from general diploma students enrolled in Faculty of Education, Fayoum University. The researcher prepared a research skills cognitive test, a research skills performance test, a research skills rubric, a satisfaction checklist and a program. Having pre administered the study instruments, the experimental group was taught using a challenge-based learning training program. The same instruments were read ministered at the end of the treatment. The results showed that the program proved to be effective in developing general diploma students' research skills and their satisfaction. The study concluded with some recommendations and suggestions for the students and faculty members. Also, suggestions for further research were provided. (Published abstract)