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Family characteristics and work relationships have effects on teachers’ retirement decision-making in the country. This has led to much frustrations of life for some retired teachers in Ghana. The study was guided by the following research objectives: Effects of family characteristics on retirement decision-making, the influence of work relationships on retirement decision-making and the strategies that can be put in place to improve retirement decision-making among teachers. A quantitative...

Abstract Although many studies have assessed the singular impacts of future land use and climate change on river hydrology, few studies have investigated the distinct and combined impacts of land use and climate change on river flows particularly in developing countries faced with a challenge of limited data. This study addressed the aforementioned gap and applied the Soil and Water Assessment Tool and an ensemble of six CORDEX Regional Climate Models under the moderate (RCP4.5) and high...

Diarrhoea – defined as loose or watery stools for more than three times per day, is a common clinical problem. Worldwide, diseases causing infectious diarrhoea remain a major public health threat. Infectious diarrhoea in adults has been a major concern in developing countries, including Zambia. No study was conducted so far to estimate the infectious diarrhoeal load in the southern province of Zambia. Hence, the study aimed to determine the prevalence and factors associated with infectious...

This study emerged as a result of the inability of Basic Six (6) at Zogbeli Primary School pupils in Tamale, Northern Region Ghana to understand the concept of multiplying multi-digit multiplicands. To address this problem, the action research methodology was used to provide an immediate solution. A simple random sample of 45 pupils from a total of 90 pupils of a mixed class of P.6A and P.6B was chosen to participate in the study. A Pre-test consisting of 10 test items was administered to...

Digital literacy direct learners towards innovative, creative and transformational learning in the 21st century. It is one of the core competency in the Competency Based Curriculum. The objective of this study was to assess the availability of ICT infrastructure in public primary schools to develop learners’ digital skills. Constructivist learning theory guided the study. Concurrent embedded mixed method was used. A population of 5713 was targeted for study where a sample of 571 respondents...

It's highly probable that climate change will impact food security on a global, regional, and local scale. Climate change can disrupt food availability, reduce access to food, and affect food quality. Accordingly, climate change’s impacts on both the agricultural sector reflected on food security and pose a serious threat to sustainable development. Furthermore, the total energy demand of Egypt is marked by an exponential growth of demand on electricity, at a pace much faster than that of...

Like allopathic healthcare workers, healers are also exposed to patients’ blood and body fluids. A widespread practice is the traditional “injection,” in which the healer performs subcutaneous incisions to rub herbs directly into the bloodied skin, resulting in 1,500 blood exposures over their lifetime. We tested the impact of healer-led PPE training, staffed by trained traditional healers who reported using PPE during each risky clinical encounter vs. healthcare worker (HCW)-led PPE...

This chapter submits that the teaching of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) is perceived as one of the key to the economic development of Africa. Africa is grappling with the challenge of economic development, and strengthening the teaching of STEM across the curriculum can have a positive effect on the continent. The chapter submits that teaching STEM in a foreign language hinders the sustainable development and the opportunity for learners to acquire knowledge in...

This chapter delves into the clash between Western epistemologies and traditional African cultural beliefs, shaping indigenous knowledge systems. The global discourse on inclusive education originated to justify educating children with disabilities alongside non-disabled peers for a more inclusive society. In Africa, around 6.4% of children under 14 have moderate or severe disabilities, with many not attending school. Research pinpoints stigmatizing cultural and religious beliefs as major...

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global education has been profound, especially in Uganda. Secondary school students in Uganda have encountered numerous challenges as a result of this crisis. This paper offers a thorough examination of the specific obstacles faced by these students, encompassing impacts on academic achievements, mental well-being, and their overall educational path. The closure of schools has disrupted the educational advancement of secondary students in Uganda, and...

The research looked at the influence of identification of career needs on dual career development among students. The study adopted a descriptive survey design, incorporating both qualitative and quantitative approaches. The target population of study was 360 and a sample size of 186 people who included students who had participated in games and sports, directors of studies, career guidance teachers, games teachers, sports officers, headteachers and deputy headteachers. Data was collected...

This chapter targets key stakeholders in education, offering a scoping review of successful strategies to foster a safe, inclusive education environment for diverse learners in African states. It addresses national, provincial, and district decision-makers, policymakers, teacher-education lecturers, curricula developers, researchers, teachers, and school leaders. The review explores proven African Inclusive Education strategies that have enhanced learning outcomes, engagement, attainment,...

This article reports on a study to determine whether there was a relationship between the learning styles and academic performance of university mathematics students learning through distance e-learning. 26 students studying for a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Statistics at a university in Zimbabwe participated in the study. The study revealed a statistically significant relationship between the students’ learning styles and academic performance. The researcher recommended...

This chapter highlights the current inclusive education debates in South Africa and the world over. It looks at how human rights, Ubuntu, and social justice could redirect the shortfalls of inclusive education and fight against stigmatisation, exclusion, and marginalisation in inclusive education. Many learners with disabilities are educated in special schools globally, thus excluded from society. Other learners are in inclusive schools, yet they continue to be excluded because the...

This chapter critically examines the state of inclusive education (IE) in South Africa, aiming to highlight deficiencies and combat exclusionary practices for learners with disabilities. Despite policy initiatives addressing imbalances, global exclusionary practices persist. Barriers in South Africa hinder the effective practice of IE, as the nation strives for a democratic, socially just, and Ubuntu-based IE system. While the current education system advocates for inclusivity, policy and...