Reflections of the Family Gap on Children's Academic Performance

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the reflections of the family gap on the academic performance of children, identifying the extent to which generational and cultural divides within the family influence students' educational achievements. Adopting a descriptive correlational research design, the study utilized a stratified random sample comprising 192 male and female students from the second phase of basic education in the city of Al-Marj. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire distributed across three primary axes: primary data, the family gap indicators (including family cultural level, parenting and disciplinary styles, and family economic status), and children's academic performance. The findings revealed a statistically significant positive correlation between the family's cultural level and students' academic performance, as well as between positive parenting styles and academic success. Conversely, the results indicated no statistically significant correlation between the parents' academic level or family income levels and the children's academic performance. Based on these empirical insights, the study recommends enhancing parental awareness regarding modern, positive parenting techniques and fostering supportive family dialogue to reinforce academic excellence.