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Abstract This study, utilizing a mixed-methods approach, examined the attitudes, motivations, and beliefs of university teachers of EFL college students in online English learning environments. It found that language e-learning practices positively correlated with students' attitudes and motivations. The study also found that learners' beliefs about language learning in e-learning settings significantly influenced teachers' use of technology. The findings emphasize the importance of...

Achieving higher education in Madagascar is a challenge given the various barriers students must overcome to gain admission into university. However, once enrolled, students often face additional challenges that affect their ability to obtain education. One such challenge is the frequent occurrence of labor strikes at the university. Using a qulatiative approach, this study conducted a survey among alumni and current university students in Madagascar to investigate the perceived causes and...

This study determines the effectiveness of a non-digital picture concept programme to treat cognitive deficits in pupils with dyslexia. Using a sample of 38 primary two pupils (aged 7-9 years) in Ebonyi State, Nigeria, a Picture Concept Activity and the traditional method of repetitive passage drill were administered for eight weeks and results were compared. Standard cognitive and reading measures were used and data were analysed with descriptive and inferential statistics. Results show...

Abstract Background : In Rwanda, nurses manage all primary care at health centres, and therefore are, their clinical reasoning skills important. In this study, a web-based software that allows the creation of virtual patient cases (VP cases) has been used for studying the possibility of using VP cases for the continuous professional development of nurses in primary health care in Rwanda. Previous studies in pre-service education have linked VP cases with the enhancement of clinical...

Across West Africa, the River Niger is a major source of freshwater. In addition, the river system also provides services such as aquaculture, transportation, and hydropower. The river network plays a critical role in the hydropolitics and hydroeconomics of the region. Therefore, River Niger is integral to the development of West Africa, hence, there is a need to ensure that the river’s ecosystem is a healthy one. In light of the changing climate and its associated threats such as droughts...

Abstract Background To determine the prevalence and demographic profile of keratoconus (KC) among high school students in Nairobi County, Kenya. Methods In this population-based, prospective, cross-sectional study, multistage cluster sampling was used to select the participants. All students underwent visual acuity measurement, auto-refraction, retinoscopy and corneal topography. Students with corneal topography patterns suspicious of KC were referred for corneal tomography. Results A total...

Student discipline is an issue that concerns several stakeholders across the globe. Despite the Kenyan government's commitment to upholding local and international trends in recognising children's rights, managing student discipline in schools through alternative disciplinary methods is mostly unexplored. The paper investigates the influence of principals' problem-solving skills on the management of student discipline in public secondary schools in Bureti Sub County, Kenya. The social...

تهدف هذه الدراسة التي تقدر مستوى التلوث في العسل المحلي (الليبي) بواسطة تقدير بعض الخصائص المختلفة مثل تقدير العناصر الثقيلة والـ pH والتوصيلية ومقارنتها بالمواصفات الدولية والمحلية وقد اجريت الدراسة على عدة أنواع هي السدر – الزعتر – الأثل – العسل الأسود – عسل المحلول . وقد كانت القيم بالنسبة لل pH تتراوح بين ( 3.29 -4.36) ومحتوى الرماد بشكل عام تتراوح بين (%0.4-0.6 (%وهي ضمن المسموح به دولياً ومحلياً أما بالنسبة للتوصيلية فكانت أغلبها مرتفعة تتراوح بين (0.79 ms/cm - (10.6 ms/cm وهذا يدل على...

This discursive study explores the attempt to create feasible job creations for young graduates from various higher education institutions across South Africa. A systematic review of various literature sources on the phenomenon argues that entrepreneurship education can create and develop in students creative and innovative, business initiatives, risk-taking, strategic business minds, appropriate decision-making, and opportunities in diverse entrepreneurship activities, after graduation. The...

Public administration education is a key instrument to address emerging public administration challenges. Ethiopia started public administration education in the 1950s, and currently, 13 public universities are offering bachelor programs in public administration. Nevertheless, PA program learning outcome achievements are not been studied, and comparative studies are absent. By relying on the resource dependency theory and survey data collected from PA Bachelor students ( n = 91) and faculty...

The major relevance of socialization in higher education institutions relies on its contribution to students’ success. Accordingly, this research was aimed at examining the influence of socialization experiences on diverse groups of undergraduate students’ learning at the University of Gondar. In order to achieve the research objectives, a mixed-methods approach was used: data were collected by using questionnaires, semi-structured and key informant interviews. The semi-structured interviews...

Background:. Knowledge and positive perception of climate change are crucial for public participation in activities that contain climate change. Limited studies, particularly in South Africa have reported on the knowledge and perceptions of climate change by university students. 
 Study Aim: This study aimed to assess the level of knowledge and perceptions of climate change by the science students at the University of South Africa (UNISA). 
 Methods: This was a quantitative cross...

The study assessed cocoa farmers’ adaptation strategies for mitigating impacts of climate change on cocoa production in Osun State, Nigeria. It profiled socio-demographic features of cocoa farmers, examined impacts of climate change; determined utilisation of adaptation strategies and examined the barriers to their usage. Data were drawn from 120 cocoa farmers across the state using interview schedule. Appropriate statistical tools were employed to analyse the primary data collected. The...

The teaching profession in Nigeria has been relegated to the background such that most people feel ashamed of identifying with the profession. Worst still, educational institutions have compromised professionalism by employing graduates who did not undergo the Teacher-Education Programme (TEP). Most of such people merely took the teaching job just to make a living, thus endangering the scholarship for teaching and learning. The Teaching Practice Exercise (TPE) is one of the components of the...

In Ethiopia, students with disabilities (SWDs) face various learning barriers, inequalities, and inequities. Overcoming SWDs’ obstacles is a critical component of inclusive higher education strategies. Currently, e-Learning is preferred to ensure inclusive education and resolve the challenges of SWDs. Therefore, using a mixed research design, this research assessed the policies, legislation, and practices of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Ethiopia concerning e-Learning and its...

Agriculture in the Mediterranean region is substantially challenged by climate change, and olive growers in particular are facing difficulties because of its effects. In this regard, the olive sector can adopt deficit irrigation strategies, to achieve sustainable management practices that improve water productivity and save irrigation water. This chapter aims to investigate the potential impacts of deficit irrigation strategies on Menara olive tree. Agronomical parameters were assessed in...