The Future of Education
The Scientific Lifestyle in Schools and Its Impact on the Entrepreneurial Personality: A Case Study from Bahrain
Mohammed Roubi, College of Arts - University of Bahrain (Bahrain)
Abstract
This study explores the impact of a scientific lifestyle in schools on the development of entrepreneurial personality traits among students, with a particular focus on schools in Bahrain. The concept of a "scientific lifestyle" refers to fostering an educational environment centered on inquiry, experimentation, and evidence-based learning, which helps students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and resilience—skills that are essential for entrepreneurship.
The research utilizes interviews with parents and analysis of entrepreneurial personality test results to assess the impact of science-based education on students’ entrepreneurial traits. Parent interviews highlight how science education influences students' creativity, risk-taking behaviors, and overall preparedness to face real-world challenges. The results from entrepreneurial personality tests provide insights into the correlation between students’ engagement with scientific learning and the emergence of traits such as innovation and risk tolerance.
Additionally, the study examines how elements of the curriculum—such as hands-on projects, the scientific method, and collaborative learning—foster entrepreneurial traits. It also discusses challenges faced by schools in Bahrain, such as limited resources and rigid educational structures, while offering practical solutions for integrating both scientific and entrepreneurial education.
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Keywords |
Scientific lifestyle, entrepreneurial personality, education in Bahrain, parent interviews, entrepreneurial personality tests |
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