Effectiveness of a Suggested Program in Developing the 21st Century Skills Among Teacher Students in Scientific Departments in University College in Qunfudah in Umm Al Qura Universit

Abstract

The current research aimed at developing 21st century skills among science teacher students in University College in Qunfudah, Umm Al Qura University in KSA, through suggesting a new program. The research consisted of two basic components, the diagnostic study, and the experimental study. The diagnostic study of the current state of the 21st century skills was carried out by determining its level, and the students` self – concept of these skills among a group of (200) students. The experimental study was conducted on (54) students. Results showed the lack of 21st century skills among prospected science teachers, and also the lack of self- concepts of it. Results showed the effectiveness of the suggested program in developing 21st century skills and supporting the self – concept of it among science teacher students. The research applies important applications for developing science education in general and enhancing the 21st century skills in particular.