Carmit Gal
Biographic Data
| ID | 2410959 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Carmit Gal |
| GIVEN NAMES | Carmit |
| FAMILY NAME | Gal |
| SIGNATURE | GAL C |
| AFFILIATIONS | Western Galilee College |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-2047-3345 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 14 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 1 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 14 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2024 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
Literacy development and sleep habits across the second-grade school year
Second grade is a key period in reading acquisition, when children consolidate decoding and strengthen orthographic, phonological, and semantic representations through sustained instruction and practice. Because sleep is linked to learning and memory consolidation in childhood, we examined whether children’s self-reported sleep habits are reflected in literacy levels and within-year literacy growth in a socioeconomically disadvantaged school cont…
Shaping the path
This study examines teacher mentors’ self-perception of their role in supporting novice teachers during their first year of teaching. Using mixed methods, we analysed data from 43 mentor teachers in Israel to understand how mentors perceive and influence novice teacher development across multiple environmental systems. Thematic analysis revealed five interconnected themes: purpose of mentor training, essential mentor characteristics, motivations,…
Global Classrooms, Local Impact
This study examines the impact of international programs on students at a peripheral college in northern Israel with an equal Israeli Arab-Jewish student population. Using an interpretive phenomenological approach, we conducted semi-structured interviews with 10 students (5 Israeli Arabs, 5 Jewish) who participated in international programs. Thematic analysis revealed four main themes: (1) English as a gateway to global academia; (2) Developing f…
The Role of Statistics Anxiety and Attitudes in Statistical Literacy Among Students With Learning Disabilities and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Statistical literacy is widely regarded as a core competency for academic achievement and informed decision-making across disciplines. However, many students experience elevated statistics anxiety and hold negative attitudes toward statistics, which can hinder their learning outcomes. The purpose of this study was to investigate differences between students with and without learning disabilities (SLD) and/or attention deficit hyperactivity disord…
The Educational Foundations of Entrepreneurial Development
This study investigates how different forms of entrepreneurship education academic programmes, certification‐based training and the absence of formal entrepreneurship education shape entrepreneurial propensity and the mechanisms through which learners develop entrepreneurial capabilities and motivation. Drawing on Human‐Capital Theory and the Theory of Planned Behaviour, the study examines how educational design, personal traits and contextual in…
Preparing resilient educators
Unlocking Potential
Learning disabilities present significant challenges in educational settings, with traditional teaching methods often failing to fully engage affected students. This study examines the effectiveness of collaborative learning versus traditional class learning for students with learning disabilities in a special education setting, building on research suggesting the potential benefits of peer-mediated learning approaches. Using a mixed-methods appr…
Shaping Inclusive Classrooms
This study investigates factors influencing Israeli teachers’ attitudes toward including students with special needs in mainstream classrooms following recent reforms. Using an interpretive phenomenological approach, 40 female mainstream teachers who attended a special education workshop were interviewed. The research reveals general support for inclusive education but significant concerns about preparedness, institutional support, and managing d…
Teacher Perceptions of Physical Activity in Special Education
Physical activity (PA) integration in special education has gained recognition as a neuroeducational intervention supporting emotional and social development in students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), yet teacher perceptions remain underexplored. This cross-sectional study examined how Israeli special education teachers perceive physical activity’s benefits and how teaching experience and educational setting influence the…
Unveiling ADHD’s impact on higher education students
Although students with ADHD experience heightened anxiety and maintain less favorable attitudes toward statistics, they remarkably achieve performance levels comparable to their non-ADHD peers. These findings challenge conventional assumptions about ADHD's impact on quantitative academic capabilities and highlight the resilience of students with ADHD. The results emphasize the need for targeted interventions focusing on reducing anxiety and impro…
Personality traits as predictors of post-traumatic symptoms in conflict zones
Unlocking the path
Within the dynamic context of inclusive education for children with special needs in Israel, parents play a crucial role in addressing these challenges. The present study focuses on the experiences of parents with children who have special needs in inclusive educational frameworks in Israel. Using an interpretive phenomenological approach, qualitative semi‐structured interviews were conducted with 10 parents of children with special needs who are…
A Comparative Analysis of Verbal Versus Combined Verbal-Tangible Reinforcement for Students With Behavioural Difficulties
This study compared combined verbal-tangible reinforcement (VT) versus verbal reinforcement alone (V) for students with behavioural difficulties. Twelve fourth-grade students from a specialized behavioural school participated in both interventions during separate 6-week periods. Students were predominantly male with diagnoses, including ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder and learning disabilities. Nine behavioural domains were assessed using a standardi…
Enhancing self-efficacy and coping mechanisms in special education
Unlocking the path
Within the dynamic context of inclusive education for children with special needs in Israel, parents play a crucial role in addressing these challenges. The present study focuses on the experiences of parents with children who have special needs in inclusive educational frameworks in Israel. Using an interpretive phenomenological approach, qualitative semi‐structured interviews were conducted with 10 parents of children with special needs who are…
Enhancing self-efficacy and coping mechanisms in special education
Unlocking Potential
Learning disabilities present significant challenges in educational settings, with traditional teaching methods often failing to fully engage affected students. This study examines the effectiveness of collaborative learning versus traditional class learning for students with learning disabilities in a special education setting, building on research suggesting the potential benefits of peer-mediated learning approaches. Using a mixed-methods appr…
Shaping Inclusive Classrooms
This study investigates factors influencing Israeli teachers’ attitudes toward including students with special needs in mainstream classrooms following recent reforms. Using an interpretive phenomenological approach, 40 female mainstream teachers who attended a special education workshop were interviewed. The research reveals general support for inclusive education but significant concerns about preparedness, institutional support, and managing d…
Teacher Perceptions of Physical Activity in Special Education
Physical activity (PA) integration in special education has gained recognition as a neuroeducational intervention supporting emotional and social development in students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), yet teacher perceptions remain underexplored. This cross-sectional study examined how Israeli special education teachers perceive physical activity’s benefits and how teaching experience and educational setting influence the…
Unveiling ADHD’s impact on higher education students
Although students with ADHD experience heightened anxiety and maintain less favorable attitudes toward statistics, they remarkably achieve performance levels comparable to their non-ADHD peers. These findings challenge conventional assumptions about ADHD's impact on quantitative academic capabilities and highlight the resilience of students with ADHD. The results emphasize the need for targeted interventions focusing on reducing anxiety and impro…
Personality traits as predictors of post-traumatic symptoms in conflict zones
Unlocking the path
Within the dynamic context of inclusive education for children with special needs in Israel, parents play a crucial role in addressing these challenges. The present study focuses on the experiences of parents with children who have special needs in inclusive educational frameworks in Israel. Using an interpretive phenomenological approach, qualitative semi‐structured interviews were conducted with 10 parents of children with special needs who are…
A Comparative Analysis of Verbal Versus Combined Verbal-Tangible Reinforcement for Students With Behavioural Difficulties
This study compared combined verbal-tangible reinforcement (VT) versus verbal reinforcement alone (V) for students with behavioural difficulties. Twelve fourth-grade students from a specialized behavioural school participated in both interventions during separate 6-week periods. Students were predominantly male with diagnoses, including ADHD, ODD, conduct disorder and learning disabilities. Nine behavioural domains were assessed using a standardi…
Literacy development and sleep habits across the second-grade school year
Second grade is a key period in reading acquisition, when children consolidate decoding and strengthen orthographic, phonological, and semantic representations through sustained instruction and practice. Because sleep is linked to learning and memory consolidation in childhood, we examined whether children’s self-reported sleep habits are reflected in literacy levels and within-year literacy growth in a socioeconomically disadvantaged school cont…
Shaping the path
This study examines teacher mentors’ self-perception of their role in supporting novice teachers during their first year of teaching. Using mixed methods, we analysed data from 43 mentor teachers in Israel to understand how mentors perceive and influence novice teacher development across multiple environmental systems. Thematic analysis revealed five interconnected themes: purpose of mentor training, essential mentor characteristics, motivations,…
Global Classrooms, Local Impact
This study examines the impact of international programs on students at a peripheral college in northern Israel with an equal Israeli Arab-Jewish student population. Using an interpretive phenomenological approach, we conducted semi-structured interviews with 10 students (5 Israeli Arabs, 5 Jewish) who participated in international programs. Thematic analysis revealed four main themes: (1) English as a gateway to global academia; (2) Developing f…
The Role of Statistics Anxiety and Attitudes in Statistical Literacy Among Students With Learning Disabilities and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Statistical literacy is widely regarded as a core competency for academic achievement and informed decision-making across disciplines. However, many students experience elevated statistics anxiety and hold negative attitudes toward statistics, which can hinder their learning outcomes. The purpose of this study was to investigate differences between students with and without learning disabilities (SLD) and/or attention deficit hyperactivity disord…
The Educational Foundations of Entrepreneurial Development
This study investigates how different forms of entrepreneurship education academic programmes, certification‐based training and the absence of formal entrepreneurship education shape entrepreneurial propensity and the mechanisms through which learners develop entrepreneurial capabilities and motivation. Drawing on Human‐Capital Theory and the Theory of Planned Behaviour, the study examines how educational design, personal traits and contextual in…
Preparing resilient educators
Psychology (8 works) · Pedagogy (6 works) · Mathematics education (4 works) · Clinical Psychology (3 works) · Collaborative Teaching and Inclusion (3 works) · Developmental psychology (3 works) · Literacy (3 works) · Social Psychology (3 works) · Special education (3 works) · Anxiety (2 works)