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Introduction: Textbooks are essential component of the educational system that were heavily utilized by teachers and learners. Basic Science textbook authors should review the language structure and terminologies to enhance the readability of Basic Science textbooks. Purpose: The study aimed at analyzing the adequacy in the readability level of the recommended Basic Science textbooks in use junior secondary schools Enugu State, Nigeria. Methodology: An evaluation research design was adopted...

What steps has the Ministry taken in democratizing higher education through open access (partnerships, access

College readiness policies dictate the number of credits of world language study a student ought to obtain by the time he / she graduates from high school (Barnes, Slate, & Rojas-LeBouef, 2010).However, traditional schooling practices camouflaged by "neutral" education policies limit African American students' access to quality curricular and instructional discourses (Apple, 1999; Gillborn, 2014; López, 2003).Limited access to enriching educational goods and resources, world language...

Anyone can contribute geographic information to OpenStreetMap (OSM), regardless of their level of experience or skills, which has raised concerns about quality. When reference data is not available to assess the quality of OSM data, intrinsic methods that assess the data and its metadata can be used. In this study, we applied unsupervised machine learning for analysing OSM history data to get a better understanding of who contributed when and how in Mozambique. Even though no absolute...

This paper investigates the impact of extracurricular activities (ECA) on developing employability skills of higher education graduates in Tunisia. In this regard, we use a quantitative survey that has been distributed to 451 graduates. The results of the logistic regression model show that participation in extracurricular activities (ECA) is the main determinant of soft skills development. In addition, Spearman's correlation analysis demonstrates a positive one between the acquisition of...

This study sought to investigate the impact of covid-19 on distance students in Ghana.The study used qualitative technique which was a major departure from previous study.The study used a sample size of 16 students made up of 8 males and 8 females and conducted an online interview (to allow for social distancing) section for 20 minutes.The method of triangulation to check the credibility and validity of research findings was employed.The study found that covid-19 has brought about additional...

The study investigated college of education lecturers’ performance-expectancy, effort-expectancy, and acceptance to use Google Classroom for classroom instruction. In Niger State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was employed for the study and the population for the study was 1183 college of education lecturers from the two colleges o education in Niger State. Research advisor (2006) was used to obtain a sample size of 148 and purposive sampling was used to select the...

Physicians highlight that annual flu vaccination is the best strategy for preventing seasonal flu and flu-associated complications and it reduces the burden of infectious diseases. Path analyses were used to understand whether health beliefs (barriers, benefits, susceptibility, severity) influence flu vaccinations, in turn, enhance self-rated health of White, African American, Hispanic, and Asian adults in the U.S. (N = 446). Multiple-group analyses were performed to see whether given paths...

Abstract Assessing vulnerability to climate change and extremes is the first step towards guiding climate change adaptation. It provides the basis to decide ‘what’ adaptation measures are needed ‘where’. Vulnerability which is defined as a function of exposure, sensitivity, and adaptive capacity, differs spatially and evolves temporally. Therefore, it is imperative to understand the dynamics of vulnerability at sub-national scales to be prepared for and respond to current and future climatic...

This study adapted and tested the efficacy of the Red-Light Purple-Light (RLPL) games for improving executive function (EF) skills in preprimary classrooms in Nairobi, Kenya. A cluster randomized controlled trial was used to evaluate the efficacy of the adapted RLPL intervention. Specifically, 24 centers (including 48 classrooms) were randomized to the RLPL or a wait-list control condition. Consistent with previous studies, participating classrooms delivered 16 lessons across an 8-week...

Abstract Background: Sexual and reproductive health problems are the main causes of death, psychological abnormality, disability, and disease among young people in the world particularly in Ethiopia. Adolescents represent one of the groups at highest risk for HIV infection.Objectives: Examined the relationship among negative peer pressure, drinking alcohol and early sexual engagement.Methods: This study employed correlation research design and closed – ended questionnaires for 355 randomly...

Several studies have decried the non-existence of functional school libraries in many primary and secondary schools in Nigeria. This inadequacy in school libraries made it extremely difficult for school librarians to foster the culture of reading in students through school library use and reading promotional activities. Moreover, library hours are not included in the school timetable in many secondary schools in Nigeria. Thus, reading engagement has been on the decline among secondary school...

This paper examined domestic violence among Nigerian secondary education students: its causes, effects and the management strategies. The study was as much concerned on the high rate of domestic violence being perpetrated by the teenagers in Nigeria. However, the study examined the concept, types cause, effects and management strategies of the available different types of domestic violence, like raping, sexual harassment, killing, kidnapping, gender discrimination, arson, divorce and...

Most depressed adolescents in Low and Middle Income Countries (LMICs) like Nigeria have no access to psychological intervention due to lack of trained mental health professionals. This huge treatment gap could be bridged by using non-mental health professionals such as teachers to deliver the interventions. This study evaluated a teacher-delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) programme for depressed adolescents in Nigeria. Forty adolescents (aged 13–18 years) with clinically diagnosed...

Abstract Background Soil-transmitted helminthiasis is a neglected tropical disease, thriving in environments of poverty and disadvantage. Our objective was to determine the prevalence and intensity of four soil transmitted helminths (STH) among primary school children in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA), Tanzania. Methods A cross-sectional study was performed between May 15 th and June 2 nd , 2014. Six of 20 primary schools were chosen, based on elevation, designated low elevation...

This study assessed climate change in Warri, by looking at the evidence from archival records and the perception of the locals regarding same topic. The dangers of ‘not knowing’ about the phenomenon of climate change motivated this study. Also, the impacts of climate change have become rampant in the area. The inquiry was pursued using ex-post facto and survey research designs were used for the study and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency was consulted for rainfall and temperature data,...

Abstract Background Despite its criminalization in Ghana, commercial sex work dates back to ancient societies and occurs in various forms within communities. The authors examined commercial sex work in selected public Universities in Ghana to inform policy and program decisions for safer sex at the universities in Ghana. Methods The study was an exploratory-mixed-method design. Respondents were identified using purposive and snowballing techniques while semi-structured questionnaires and...