The Impact of a Training Program on Developing Economic Values among Primary School Students in Diyala Governorate

Abstract

The present study aimed to examine the effect of a training program designed to foster economic values among pupils aged eight years. The findings demonstrated the effectiveness of the program, as evidenced by the sustained impact observed in the delayed post-test administered to the research sample. Furthermore, no significant differences were found between male and female participants in the experimental group on the post-test. The study concluded with several recommendations, most notably the incorporation of a curriculum—or specific content components—dedicated to economic values education across all educational stages. It also emphasized the importance of providing training programs for teachers to enhance their capacity to teach economic concepts and values effectively. Additionally, the researcher proposed the development of a structured textbook for teaching economic values at both the primary and secondary levels, along with other related suggestions.