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Journal of Arts and Social Sciences

مجلة الآداب والعلوم الاجتماعية

JASS

Sultan Qaboos University · ISSN 2312-1270 · eISSN 2522-2279

Articles
489
Authors
729
Years covered
2025–2026
Open access model
Diamond open access
Peer review
Double blind
Language
English
Country code
Oman
Indexed in
DOAJ

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All2026 (54)2025 (435)

Volumes and issues
  • Volume 17, Issue 3 (12)
  • Volume 17, Issue 2 (12)
  • Volume 17, Issue 1 (18)
  • Volume 16, Issue 3 (12)
  • Volume 16, Issue 2 (12)
  • Volume 16, Issue 1 (12)
  • Volume 15, Issue 3 (12)
  • Volume 15, Issue 2 (12)
  • Volume 15, Issue 1 (12)
  • Volume 14, Issue 3 (12)
  • Volume 14, Issue 2 (13)
  • Volume 14, Issue 1 (12)

Articles 54

Research article Open access

Contradictory Oppositions in the Poetry of Al-Mu’tamid bin Abbad

Zahir Badar Al-Ghusaini · Journal of Arts and Social Sciences · 2026 · 10.53542/2522-2279.1485

This study examines the use of binary oppositions in the poetry of Al-Mu’tamid bin Abbad’s poetry, the last ruler of the ‘Tawaef’ kingdoms (Moulook At-Tawaef) in Al-Andalus with the aim of identifying their impact on the structure of the poetic text.The researchproblem lies in the turbulent stages of Al-Mu’tamid Ibn Ab …

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The Role of Vocational Rehabilitation Programs in Improving the Quality of Life for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

Hamood bin Khamis Al-Nofli, Emad Farouk Saleh, Naseer bin Mohammed Hamad Al-Oufi et al. · Journal of Arts and Social Sciences · 2026 · 10.53542/2522-2279.1484

The study aimed to investigate the impact of implementing a proposed vocational rehabilitation training program on improving the quality of life of individuals with intellectual disabilities. The study targeted 21 female students enrolled in the intellectual integration program in Al-Dakhiliyah Governorate, Sultanate o …

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Guarantee of Minister Hamid bin Al-Abbas And Its Impact on the Economic Conditions During the Time of Caliph Al-Muqtadir (306-311 AH/ 918-923 AD)

Adnan Abdullah Obaidat · Journal of Arts and Social Sciences · 2026 · 10.53542/2522-2279.1483

ABSTRACT This study aims to shed light on an important phase in the decline of the Abbasid state, specifically during the reignof Al- Muqtadir (295-320 AH/ 908 AD-932AD). This period witnessed intensified competition for the position of minister. Amid his rivalry, Hamid bin Al-Abbas assumed the ministry in the year 306 …

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Developing Leadership Competencies in Higher Education Institutions in the Sultanate of Oman in Light of Selected International Experiences: Proposed Mechanisms

Faiza Al-Shidi, Wajeha Al-Ani, Nisreen Saleh Saladin · Journal of Arts and Social Sciences · 2026 · 10.53542/2522-2279.1482

This study aimed to propose mechanisms for developing leadership competencies in higher education institutions in the Sultanate of Oman in light of selected international experiences. The study adopted a descriptive approach supported by comparative analysis through reviewing relevant literature, official documents, an …

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Death: The Great Antagonist in Poe’s “The Cask of Amontillado”

Majed S. Al-Lehaibi · Journal of Arts and Social Sciences · 2026 · 10.53542/2522-2279.1481

Poe’s story “The Cask of Amontillado” has been read as a story of a premeditated crime, of revenge and the protagonist’s ultimate pride in his well-executed crime. Readers are repulsed by the sheer evil of Montresor, the main character of the story. However, this paper argues that this reading barely scratches the surf …

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The Civilizational Role of Omani Women in the Era of Al-Ya’ariba (1034 AH/1624 AD-1156 AH/1743 AD)

Moosa Al Brashdi, Baaqis Al Rawahi · Journal of Arts and Social Sciences · 2026 · 10.53542/2522-2279.1480

This study aims to highlight the civilizational role of Omani women in the political, social and cultural fields during the Ya’aruba era, extending from the election of Nasser bin Murshid Al-Ya’arubi as Imam of Oman in 1034 AH/1624 AD until the death of Imam Sultan bin Murshid Al-Ya’arubi in the Battle of Sohar against …

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Intercultural and Discrepancy Differences Between Arabic and English Language and its Role in Language Richness (comparison study)

Hanan Ahmed Abdu Rajhei · Journal of Arts and Social Sciences · 2026 · 10.53542/2522-2279.1479

This study aims to identify the morphological and derivational characteristics of both Arabic and English and to identify the factors contributing to the linguistic richness in either language. The research problem centers on the following main question: What role does the morphological and derivational variation betwe …

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Crisis Communication Management During Covid 19 in the Sultanate of Oman: An Analytical Study of the Government Communication Center’s Accounts on X Platform

Aaisha Alkaabi, Faten Ben Lagha · Journal of Arts and Social Sciences · 2026 · 10.53542/2522-2279.1478

This study examines the characteristics of the content published on the Omani Government Communication Center’s accounts on X platform, namely its official account and its “Oman VS Covid 19” account, which was dedicated to managing the COVID-19 crisis during the period from January 2020 to August 2022. The study adopte …

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Ethical Principles for Employing Artificial Intelligence in Media Coverage of the 2023–2024 Al-Aqsa Flood Operation

Safa Mazhoud Sari ALAbrawi, Salma Mazhoud Sari ALAbrawi · Journal of Arts and Social Sciences · 2026 · 10.53542/2522-2279.1477

This study aims to investigate the ethical principles governing the use of artificial intelligence in media coverage, using the 2023-2024 Gaza war as a case study to identify these principles. The study drew on Political Marketing Theory and Gatekeeping Theory. Several research tools were employed, including Content an …

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Sociocultural Change and the Prevalence of Chronic Diseases Among Women in Arabian Gulf Countries: Kuwait as an Example

Yagoub Y. Al-Kandari · Journal of Arts and Social Sciences · 2026 · 10.53542/2522-2279.1476

This study aims to examine the effect of modernity and the prevalence of chronic diseases among women in Kuwait as an example of Arabian Gulf countries. A total of 5,749 married and previously married women aged 18–79 years were selected from 10 primary health care clinics out of 50, using a stratified random sample. A …