Educational Needs of University Students in Islamic Thought One(Case Study: University of Isfahan)

The purpose of this research is to study the educational needs of the students of University of Isfahan in Islamic Thought One. The method of the research is quantitative survey and applying questionnaire among 376 students of University of Isfahan. Sample size was determined using Cochran sampling method. Measures of the needs assessment had a good reliability coefficient (0.93). Students in the lesson of Islamic Thought One feel more need for divine justice and divine wisdom and the philosophy of creation. The priorities of male and female students and the priority of students at different faculties are different in the syllabus of this lesson. There is a relationship between some of the topics with the gender and the faculty of students. In order to increase the attractiveness and effectiveness of the course of Islamic thought One, it is necessary to pay attention to gender and faculty of students in formulating lesson plan and providing educational content. Practical suggestions have also been presented.