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

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.