THE IMPACT OF COMPUTERIZED APPLICATIONS ON EDUCATIONAL DECISION-MAKING QUALITY IN PALESTINE KINDERGARTENS

<doi>10.24250/jpe/1/2026/AAN/</doi>

Abstract

This study examines the role of computerized applications in
enhancing the quality of decision-making in Palestinian
kindergartens across six domains: educational planning,
financial and resource management, communication and
coordination, evaluation and monitoring, administrative
decision-making, and professional development. A
quantitative descriptive approach was adopted. Data were
collected using a validated questionnaire administered to
200 female principals from public and private
kindergartens across Palestine. Descriptive statistics were
used to determine the level of computerized application
utilization in each domain. Results revealed a moderate
level of utilization across all domains. The highest use was
in professional development and communication and
coordination, reflecting increased reliance on technology
for teacher training and parent engagement. Lower levels
were found in evaluation and monitoring and
administrative decision-making, indicating areas needing
development. This study provides empirical evidence on
digital adoption in early childhood education management
in Palestine. It highlights the need to strengthen digital
infrastructure, train principals in technology use, and
promote data-driven decision-making to improve
administrative and educational effectiveness.