The Story of Artist Proof Studio and the Building of a Democratic Art School in South Africa - Berman, Kim (2024)
Abstract Artist Proof Studio (APS) as a democratic learning environment enables an Ubuntu space of teaching and learning printmaking through interconnectedness (Ubuntu is an African philosophy meaning I am through you). Printmaking is regarded as a democratic art medium due to its accessibility, collaboration, and affordability in its ability to generate multiples. APS through the promotion of printmaking supports livelihoods for students and graduates and promotes agency and expression for active citizenship.
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Modelling the Impacts of Future Lulc and Climate Changes on the Hydrological Components and Sediment Yield of a Mediterranean Watershed in Morocco (North Africa) - Beroho, Mohamed; Aboumaria, Khadija; Hamdouni, Yassir El; Boulahfa, Imane; Ouallali, Abdessalam; Mrabet, Rachid; Kebede, Fassil; Briak, Hamza (2024)
The main objective of this study was to investigate the effects of climate and land-use changes on water availability and sediment loads in the April 9 dam basin in northern Morocco, using data-rich simulation models in an area characterized by limited data availability. Impacts were evaluated for 4 scenarios of sediment yield, water yield and water balance until 2050, all after calibration and validation of the baseline period. The Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) model was used to perform simulations under current and projected environmental conditions. Five objective functions, namely NSE, PBIAS, RSR, R2, and KGE, were used to evaluate the performance of the model. In addition, a sensitivity analysis was performed by adjusting 28 parameters related to flow and sediment concentrations. Encouraging results were obtained, showing a strong agreement between observed and modeled variations in flow and sediment. As a consequence of climate change in this study area, average annual sediment yields will decrease significantly in scenarios 2, 3 and 4. With these findings, it is now possible to establish the appropriate watershed management techniques by 2050.
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Study rainfall intensity duration frequency relationships under climate change for design of efficient urban stormwater drainage systems in Dodola town, Ethiopia - Bibi, Takele Sambeto; Tekesa, Nebiyu Waliyi (International Journal of Hydrology Science and Technology, 2024)
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Determining Factors in the Students' Perception of the University Entrepreneurial Climate: The Case of Moroccan Universities - Biedma‐Ferrer, José María; Río, Miguel Ángel Montañés-Del; Virues, Carmen; Sánchez, José Carlos Jaenes (2024)
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Agricultural Training and Livelihood Outcomes: Opinion of Farmers in Mezam Division in the North West Region of Cameroon - Bih, Che Dimna; Fonteh, Mathias Fru; Balgah, Roland Azibo (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
The objective of this study is to analyse the effect of agricultural training on livelihood outcomes of farmers in Mezam Division in the North West region of Cameroon. The data was elicited via a structured questionnaire administered on a sample of 381 farmers. Using cluster sampling approach, proximity villages were grouped into three clusters of Bamenda I, Bamenda II and Bamenda III, representing the 3 sub divisions in Mezam division in the North West region of Cameroon. Stratified random sampling was then used to select farmers to participate in the study. Data was analysed using ordinary least square and control function regression estimation techniques with altercation. The result revealed that agricultural training has a negative effect on the livelihood of farmers, due to factors such as lack of adoption of new farming method, inadequate training programs, and seminars, unsustainable practices such as usage of insecticides, pesticides and chemical fertilizers. Based on the findings, it is recommended to carry out a detailed study to find out why this negative relationship between agricultural training and livelihood outcomes exist. Qualitative approaches such as focus group discussion and in-depth interviews will provide the expected insights.
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Associations Between Secondary School Background, Academic Performance and Subsequent Career Achievements for Medical School Graduates in Sudan - Boltz, Olivia; Thron, Christopher; Elsayed, Ahmed (Social Science Research Network, 2024)
This paper utilizes a 2022 survey of graduates of Alzaeim Alazhari University Medical School in Bahri, Sudan to explore relationships between students’ secondary school background, academic performance while in medical school and subsequent career achievements. We find that as far as academic performance, medical school cumulative grade point average (CGPA) and specialty grade are correlated and provide similar information for subsequent performance in career specialty. Both are fair predictors for graduated students’ participation in specialty exams, and time to finish. Higher CGPA is also associated with higher success rate on the specialty exam. Students with very low or very high CGPA were more likely to be in Sudan that students in the middle range; the same is true for specialty grade. There are no clear relationships between CGPA and chosen specialty, although some chosen specialties can be associated with higher average specialty grades. Students admitted as public admits (through the Sudan national university entrance exam) had both higher CGPA and higher specialty grade averages than private admits. On the other hand, students from private schools had higher medical school CGPA’s but slightly lower specialty grades. This is consistent with the hypothesis that private schools provide better preparation, but the advantage becomes erased after several years in medical school.
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Diversity of Learners, their Special Learning Needs and Inclusive Education: Perspectives of Teachers in Public Secondary Schools in Kwara State, Nigeria. - Bouwoye, Olaniyi; Adesokan, Adedayo (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
The study was aimed at building knowledge base for addressing learners’ special learning needs and for promoting inclusive education. The purpose of the study was to provide a rich description of public secondary schools’ teachers’ perspectives on their learners and on inclusive education. The study adopted quantitative design to investigate teachers’ awareness and knowledge of diversity of learners in their classrooms, including the teachers’ understanding of their learners’ special learning needs as well as the teachers’ perspectives on their experiences with implementation of inclusive education The population for the study comprised all teachers in public secondary schools in Kwara State, Nigeria, and by convenient sampling method drew a sample of one hundred and forty-five teachers. The instrument for data gathering was a questionnaire which contained descriptive statements responded to by respondents who indicated their degrees of agreement on a four-point; liker-type scale. Data collected were analysed and with the use of the descriptive statistics of percentage frequencies and mean response scores to answer the research questions and to arrive at the achievement of the study objectives. The results revealed that teachers involved in the study were generally aware of learners’ diversity in their classrooms. To strengthen this awareness, the teachers also indicated their knowledge regarding the manifestations of the diversity in terms of the learners’ ability and activity levels as well as behavioural tendencies. Teacher-respondents reported some learners as gifted and talented, some as more active than others, some aggressive or withdrawn in behaviors, some with speech and language difficulties as well as auditory, visual and orthopaedic impairments, while some are with other disabilities. The results of the study have implications for pre-service and in-service training of teachers as well as better structuring of schools’ physical infrastructure in order to promote better access, participation and belongingness for pupils with disabilities.
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Climate change and livestock production in Sub‐Saharan Africa: Effects and transmission channels - Boyomo, Henri Aurélien Ateba; Emmanuel, Ongo Nkoa Bruno; Manga, Lucien Armel Awah (Food and Energy Security, 2024)
Abstract This article assesses the effect of climate change on livestock production in Sub‐Saharan Africa, for a sample of 45 countries over the period 2000–2021. Using a two‐factor fixed effects panel data model, our results obtained by the two‐way fixed effects estimator show that (i) climate change negatively influences livestock production through high temperatures, while abundant rainfall is beneficial. (ii) Through transmission channels, we find that maize price volatility exacerbates the negative effect of rising temperatures on livestock production, while it reduces the beneficial effect of abundant rainfall. Furthermore, we find that water availability mitigates the adverse effect of rising temperatures on livestock, while enhancing the beneficial effect of rainfall on livestock. Finally, we concede that conflicts reduce the beneficial effect of rainfall on livestock production. To increase livestock production in Sub‐Saharan Africa, we recommend: the practice of pastoralism, based on the production of plants and fodder adapted to climate change, the improvement of animal nutrition, and the inclusion of breeders in the decision‐making process in the cattle industry.
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Physical Drivers of Southwest African Coastal Upwelling and Its Response to Climate Variability and Change - Brandt, Peter; Bordbar, Mohammad Hadi; Coelho, Paulo; Koungue, Rodrigue Anicet Imbol; Körner, Mareike; Lamont, Tarron; Lübbecke, Joke F.; Mohrholz, Volker; Prigent, Arthur; Roch, Marisa; Schmidt, Martin; Plas, Anja K. van der; et al. (2024)
Abstract The southeastern tropical Atlantic hosts a coastal upwelling system characterized by high biological productivity. Three subregions can be distinguished based on differences in the physical climate: the tropical Angolan and the northern and southern Benguela upwelling systems (tAUS, nBUS, sBUS). The tAUS, which is remotely forced via equatorial and coastal trapped waves, can be characterized as a mixing-driven system, where the wind forcing plays only a secondary role. The nBUS and sBUS are both forced by alongshore winds and offshore cyclonic wind stress curl. While the nBUS is a permanent upwelling system, the sBUS is impacted by the seasonal cycle of alongshore winds. Interannual variability in the region is dominated by Benguela Niños and Niñas that are warm and cold events observed every few years in the tAUS and nBUS. Decadal and multidecadal variations are reported for sea surface temperature and salinity, stratification and subsurface oxygen. Future climate warming is likely associated with a southward shift of the South Atlantic wind system. While the mixing-driven tAUS will most likely be affected by warming and increasing stratification, the nBUS and sBUS will be mostly affected by wind changes with increasing winds in the sBUS and weakening winds in the northern nBUS.
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Food security in sub-Sahara Africa: Exploring the nexus between nutrition, innovation, circular economy, and climate change - Brenya, Robert; Jiang, Yi-Pin; Sampene, Agyemang Kwasi; Zhu, Jing (Journal of Cleaner Production, 2024)
Worldwide food security requires a primary focus on resources towards quality nutritious consumption, agriculture food innovation development, reuse and recycling of food waste, and a strong climate change mitigation strategy. However, this effort is impossible for Sub-Saharan African (SSA) nations to achieve. This study investigates the relationship between nutrition, innovation, circular economy, and climate change and their effect on household food security. The studies used fixed and random effect modeling to analyze the impact using 2001–2020 panel data from the World Development Indicators (WDI). Data robustness techniques such as the cross-sectional dependency test, unit root test, cointegration test, granger causality test, and Hausman's test were applied to assist in the analysis and interpretation. The result indicates that nutrition and circular economy positively affect household food security and bidirectional policy implementation. Agriculture and food innovation also positively affect food security with a unidirectional approach. At the same time, climate change impedes household quest to achieve food security with an inverse policy direction. Policy implications are outlined for household food security promotion.
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Epidemiological profile and results of the management of diaphyseal fractures of the forearm bones in adults at Owendo University teaching Hospital (Gabon) - C, Mba Mba; Mavoungou, S; IM, Okome Obiang; Jj, Anderson; S, Mengue Mba Meyo; Tshimanga, P; F, Nguema Enzengue; F, Ondo N’dong (National journal of clinical orthopaedics, 2024)
Introduction: Forearm bone fractures are serious fractures that often affect prono supination. Their treatment remains controversial. The aim of this work was to describe the epidemiological profile and evaluate the results obtained after their surgical treatment in the department.Patients and Methods: This was a retrospective study conducted from May 2016 to May 2018, at the Owendo University Teaching Hospital. The study included all patients admitted to the department for diaphyseal fracture of one or both bones of the forearm, treated surgically and regularly followed in outpatient consultation.Results: A total of 52 patients were collected. There were 39 men (75%) and 13 women (25%). The average age was 38.0 years with extremes of 16 and 60 years. Road traffic accidents constituted the most frequent etiology with 73.1% (n = 38). Fractures were closed in 78% (n = 41). Simultaneous damage to both bones of the forearm was noted in 78.8% (n = 41). The fracture line was transverse in 78.8% (n = 41). The middle third was the most common site with 78.8% (n = 41). The average intervention duration varied between 65 and 120 minutes. Fractures operated by screw plate consolidated at the 12th post-operative week. The anatomical and functional result was generally satisfactory at 96.1%.Conclusion: diaphyseal fractures of the forearm bones are common in the department and are the prerogative of young adult males. Support by screwed plate or intramedullary pinning gave generally satisfactory results.
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Noise pollution in school institutions: Study case at Sidi Yahya Zaer middle school in Temara, Morocco - Chahdi, Chaimae El Yamlahi; Wahbi, Bouazza El; Madhi, Youssef El; Soulaymani, Abdelmajid (Social Sciences & Humanities Open, 2024)
Noise pollution has emerged as a significant concern within educational institutions, posing a considerable challenge to the educational system. This research aims to identify and analyze the sound level measurements conducted at the Middle School of Sidi Yahya Zaer in Morocco. Situated in a rural area, this public institution contends with various noise sources, including a weekly market, automobile workshops, and heavy road traffic. Measurements were taken using the TASi TA8151 Digital sound level meter on workdays throughout the academic year 2021/2022, covering various locations within the establishment, such as the principal entrance, classrooms, hallways, schoolyard, sports grounds, administration department, and the school's exterior perimeter. According to the findings, the average sound level inside classrooms exceeds the recommended value by normative standards, as observed in other areas of the school. The principal objectives of the study is to demonstrate scientifically and methodologically the presence of a risk of noise pollution on students and educational staff. Consequently, underscores the potential negative impact of such noise on the performance of Moroccan institutions and highlights the multiple health effects caused by continuous exposure to this type of noise.
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Modelling soil organic carbon dynamics under extreme climate and land use and land cover changes in Western Oromia Regional state, Ethiopia - Chalchissa, Fedhasa Benti; Kuris, Birhanu Kebede (Journal of Environmental Management, 2024)
The combined effects of changes in climate and land use and land cover can lead to a decrease in soil organic carbon, potentially affecting soil fertility and agricultural output. The study aimed to evaluate the dynamics of soil organic carbon under various extreme climate and land use and land cover scenarios. The data on land use types and extreme climate indices between 2015 and 2070 were, respectively, sourced from the IPCC and the European Copernicus Climate Change Service webpages. The 2015 baseline data for soil organic carbon was obtained from the African Soil Information Service's website. Data quality control and model validation were conducted to ensure the reliability of the collected data and the predictive model. A generalized regression model was chosen for its accuracy and reliability in predicting soil organic carbon dynamics under different shared socio-economic pathways such as SSP1-2.6, SSP2-4.5, and SSP5-8.5 scenarios. The study revealed that variations in extreme climate and land use patterns significantly influenced the organic carbon content of the soil. Increased dry days and the conversion of forest and grassland into farmland resulted in a drop in soil organic carbon, while increased wet days and warming temperatures significantly increase it under each scenario. The soil organic carbon content increased by 5.82 and 2.8 g/kg for the SSP1-2.6 and SSP2-4.5 scenarios, respectively, but decreased by 6.90 g/kg under the SSP5-8.5 scenario. Overall, the higher emission scenarios had a significant negative impact on soil organic carbon levels, while the low emission scenarios had a positive impact. Sustainable land management practices are crucial for preserving and managing soil organic carbon levels.
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Domestication of Marama Bean in Arid Namibia: Challenges and Opportunities in a Climate Changing Agroecology - Chimwamurombe, Percy; Naomab, Erold (American Journal of Climate Change, 2024)
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Reimagining the Impact of COVID-19 on the Namibian Education System: Insights from the Oshana Education Region - Chirimbana, Moses; Makaka, Brian; Nghipandulwa, Lahya T. (Open Journal of Social Sciences, 2024)
This study aimed to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Namibian education system, specifically focusing on the Oshana Education Region.Sixteen participants, who were purposefully selected from primary and secondary schools in the region, took part in in-depth face-to-face interviews.The study utilized an exploratory design, and the collected data was analyzed thematically.The findings revealed several key themes related to the impact of the pandemic on the education system, including the disruption of learning, educational inequalities, academic and occupational challenges, learning loss, teacher adaptation, infrastructure and resources, and assessment and evaluation practices.These findings provide valuable insights into the effects of the pandemic on the education system and highlight areas that require attention and improvement to ensure a resilient and inclusive educational environment.
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Examining the Psychological and Psychosocial Impact on Mathematics Learners with Albinism in Selected Schools of the Oshana Region, Northern Namibia: A Phenomenological Inquiry - Chirimbana, Moses; Shigwedha, Megameno; Rachel, A (Open Journal of Social Sciences, 2024)
This qualitative study was conducted to delve into the psychological and psychosocial ramifications experienced by mathematics learners living with albinism in selected schools of the Oshana Region, Northern Namibia. Through semi-structured, in-depth face-to-face interviews, data were gathered from a cohort of twelve mathematics learners with albinism in selected schools in Oshana region, selected using the snowball sampling technique. The collected data underwent thematic analysis to unearth prevalent patterns and themes. Aligned with the interpretivist research philosophy, this study aimed to grasp and interpret the personal experiences and significance attributed by Mathematics learners with albinism to their day-to-day encounters. The findings illuminated a range of subthemes situated within two overarching themes: “Psychological Effects of Albinism in Educational Contexts” and “Psychosocial Effects of Albinism in Educational Contexts.” Among these subthemes were facets like “Body Image and Self-Perception,” “Anxiety and Depression,” “Educational and Career Hurdles,” “Stigmatization and Bias,” “Social Bonds and Family Dynamics,” and “Intersectionality and Marginalization.” These subthemes provided insights into the distinctive psychological and psychosocial hurdles encountered by Mathematics learners with albinism, furnishing a deeper comprehension of their lived experiences. This study underscores the significance of acknowledging and addressing these effects to foster the well-being and inclusiveness of mathematics learners with albinism in the educational landscape of the Oshana Region, Northern Namibia.
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Determinants of Adaptive Capacities and Coping Strategies to Climate Change related Extreme Events by Forest Dependent communities in Malawi - Chisale, Harold L.W.; Chirwa, Paxie W.; Kamoto, Judith; Babalola, Folaranmi Dapo (Wellbeing, Space and Society, 2024)
Climate change related extreme events present significant threats against the sustainability of forest-based livelihoods. Adaptive capacities and coping strategies of forest residents in Malawi towards climate change and extreme weather events were analyzed. Purposive sampling was used to select key informants while random sampling was employed to sample household heads or older member of the household (n=422) involved in the household survey. Questionnaire administration, interviews and focus group discussions were used to collect the primary data. Cross tabulation of frequencies, Pearson Chi-square tests, and Binary logistic regression tests were used for the data analysis. Results showed that forest residents have always employed different adaptation and coping strategies during different climate extreme events over the years. Winter cropping (Dimba) around streams and wells, scored 66% in Mchinji whilst the shifting of crop planting periods to coincide with rainy seasons topped the list in Mangochi (55%) against droughts and erratic rainfall, respectively. Household satisfaction with water supply facilities and communication services dictated the respondents’ choice of the coping strategies employed. Furthermore, household human capital enhanced the adaptive capacity of forest residents. In conclusion, institutional services, social networks and human capital resources are important in devising climate coping and adaptation strategies hence recommending for more sustainable and transformative adaptation and coping strategies that can withstand projected climate change and weather-related events.
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African Women, Religion, Climate Change and Food Security in the Context of Pandemics - Chitando, Ezra (2024)
Climate change, food insecurity and pandemics threaten the health and wellbeing of many people, particularly women, in Africa. Both the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the African Union's Agenda 2063 acknowledge the need to address these triple challenges. Within the SDGs, this is being pursued under SDG 2 ("Zero hunger"), SDG 13 ("Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts") and SDG 3 ("Ensure health lives and promote well-being for all at all ages"). Similarly, Agenda 2063 expresses this concern when emphasising the need to address climate change, ensure food security, as well as securing health for all. This chapter engages with the themes of women, climate change, food security and pandemics in Africa. It emerges from the realisation that all these challenges are gendered. Climate change, food insecurity and pandemics have a more devastating impact on women and girls than men and boys. Yet, African women have not surrendered to their fate. They are strategically placed to provide effective leadership, particularly from within their faith contexts. This chapter explores the responses of religious African women to the selected challenges through effective leadership in the context of the SDGs and Agenda 2063.
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LGBTQ Inclusive Curriculum in Higher Education in Africa - Chitsamatanga, Bellita Banda (2024)
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A three-year comparative study of dominant misconceptions among first-year physics students at a South African university - Chrysostomou, Anna; Cornell, Alan S.; Naylor, Wade (Physics Education, 2024)
Abstract This article discusses a three-year study (2020–2022) of dominant misconceptions (DMs) for a large cohort of first-year physics course students at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa. Our study considered pre-test scores on the force concept inventory using a graphical method, where we found statistical differences between the mean DM scores for the 2020 cohort, as compared to the 2021 and 2022 cohort; possibly due to the onset of COVID lockdowns. We also compared our data from South Africa with cohorts based in Spain and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where the method of DMs was also applied. From this comparison, we found some differences in the preconception knowledge of the cohorts. Furthermore, we included an analysis of DMs through the ‘gender lens’ for the South African cohort, finding no statistically significant difference between the means for DM scores of students who identify as male or female. Finally, given the diverse language backgrounds and levels of matriculation preparation foruniversity level physics courses, we have also shown how quickly responding to student misconceptions can be efficiently addressed using the method of DMs.
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Effect of Analogy Model of Instruction on Students’ Achievement in Christian Religious Studies in Udi Education Zone of Enugu State, Nigeria - Chukwu, Pius Okechukwu; Uzoegwu, Prof. Patricia N.; Ezema, Kanayo Emmanuel; Adeniji, Chinyere (International journal of research and innovation in applied science, 2024)
This study examined the effect of analogy model of instruction on students’ achievement in Christian Religious Studies in Udi Education Zone, Enugu State, Nigeria. The design of the study was quasi-experimental, pre-test, post-test, 2 x 1factorial design. Three research questions and three null hypotheses guided the study. Four co-educational secondary schools were selected for the study using stratified random sampling technique. A sample of 160 SS 1 students from four intact classes was selected from the four co-educational secondary schools in Udi Education Zone of Enugu State, and were assigned to experimental group and control group, respectively. Christian Religious Studies Achievement Test (CRSAT) was used for data collection. A reliability co-efficient of 0.91 was obtained for the CRSAT using Kuder-Richardson’s formula 20 (K-R 20). Mean and Standard Deviation were used to answer the research questions while Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. Findings of the study indicated that: students taught CRS using analogy model of instruction performed better than their counterparts taught using lecture method; there is significant difference in the mean achievement scores of male and female students taught CRS using analogy model of Instruction in favour of the male students; and the interaction effect of model and gender on students’ achievement in CRS is not statistically significant. It was recommended that CRS teachers should employ analogy model of instruction for instructional delivery.
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School Environmental Factors, Pupils' Characteristics, and Academic Performance: The Case of Krachi West District of Ghana - Codjoe, Richard Nyankomako; Amoah, Linda Ama Owusuaa; Amoah, Solomon Kofi (2024)
Background: Data suggest that Ghana has made great improvements in the educational system resulting in some accomplishments. Nonetheless, pupils’ academic performance at the Junior High School level and in the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) remains poor nationally. Some factors have been identified to influence poor academic performance in some parts of Ghana, but none in the Krachi West district. Thus, it has become imperative to determine the local factors accountable for this trend and identify the most appropriate localised solutions.Methodology: An embedded research design was employed to ascertain the influence of pupils’ characteristics and school environment factors on academic performance. In all, 361 participants (BECE candidates, head teachers and PTA/SMC Chairpersons) were selected using cluster sampling, simple random and purposive sampling across 12 schools in the district. The academic performance of pupils was assessed using scores from six (6) subjects in the standardised district-level mock examination.Results: From the examination scores, half of the pupils performed poorly in the six subjects. Even though pupils’ characteristics had no significant impact on academic performance, school location (β=-1.547, p<0.01), school type (β=1.013, p=0.042) and school environment factors (β=0.813, p=0.029) were significant predictors of academic performance in the district. Pupils in private schools were thrice more likely to perform better than pupils from public schools (OR= 2.753, CI=1.039-7.292). Also, schools with good environmental factors were twice as likely to have high academic performance compared to schools with poor environmental factors (OR= 2.255, CI=1.089-4.671).Conclusion: While school environment factors and pupil characteristics have a relationship with academic performance as suggested by the ecological theory, it was established in this study that only school location, school type and school environment factors were the significant predictors of academic performance in the Krachi West District. Therefore, education stakeholders need to consider these predictors in coming out with integrated but local strategies to improve pupils’ academic performance in that district.
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The Effectiveness of Brewers’ “Responsible Drinking Messages” to Fight against Alcohol Abuse among Students of Higher Education Institutions in Buea, Cameroon - D.Bisong, Enow; Ngange, Kingsley L.; C.Tita, Julius; E.M.Elonge, Martin; N.Mesumbe, Neville (Journal of Advertising and Public Relations, 2024)
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ADHD in Mozambique: An epidemiological investigation in a Primary School Sample - Daniel, Harold; Braz, António; Caye, Arthur; Suleman, António; Fumo, Wilza; Rohde, Luís Augusto (Revista Brasileira de Psiquiatria, 2024)
To evaluate the prevalence of ADHD, comorbidity rates with Disruptive Behavior Disorders (DBD), and main negative outcomes in primary-school students in Nampula, Mozambique.We selected a random sample of 748 students for ADHD screening from a population of around 43000 primary school students. The Swanson, Nolan, and Pelham Rating Scale version IV (SNAP-IV scale) was applied to both parents and teachers. All positive screened students (n = 76) and a propensity score-matched random subset of negative screened subjects (n = 76) had a psychiatric evaluation carried out by a child psychiatrist.The prevalence of ADHD was estimated to be 13.4% (CI95%: 11.5%-19.2%) and 30.6% of youths with ADHD presented a comorbid DBD. Students with ADHD (n=36) had significantly higher rates of both substance use (alcohol, marijuana) (p < .001), and school repetitions than controls (n=96; p < .001). Comorbidity between ADHD and DBD increased the chance of substance use (p < .001). Secondary analyses, using more restrictive ADHD diagnostic criteria determined a lower prevalence rate (6.7%; CI95%: 5.2%-12.9%) with similar patterns of associated factors and negative outcomes.Our findings demonstrated that ADHD is a prevalent mental disorder in Mozambique, and it is associated with similar comorbid profiles, predisposing factors, and negative outcomes as in other cultures.
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Comparative Study of Primary School Students’ Values in Mathematics Learning in Ghana and Australia - Davis, Ernest Kofi; Kalogeropoulos, Penelope; Russo, James (2024)
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Understanding Why Youth Drop Out of School in South Africa - Desai, Rachana; Magan, Ansuyah; Ruiter, Robert A. C.; Reddy, Priscilla; Mercken, Liesbeth (SAGE Open, 2024)
Out of school youth (OSY) are adolescents who have not completed their schooling and are not currently enrolled in school. This study sought to understand why learners drop out of school by interviewing 41 OSY (aged 13–20 years). Respondent Driven Sampling was used to recruit OSY. Content analysis was used to analyze the data. Gender differences were found in the reasons for leaving school. Males dropped out due to poor school performance, vocational aspirations, and social interactions at school. Females dropped out due to family-related reasons. In males and females, friends played a role in students dropping out of school. Participants who performed well academically left school to be with their OSY friends. Those who did not pass and had friends who progressed to the next grade also dropped out of school. Preventing students from early school leaving involves targeting the interpersonal, school and policy levels with gender-specific intervention.
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Climate change impacts on agriculture: aggregate and sectoral evidence using the ARDL approach in Benin, West Africa - Dossa, Lucres Imelda Ke Tindagbeme; Bashir, Muhammad Khalid; Hassan, Sarfraz; Mushtaq, Khalid (International Journal of Global Warming, 2024)
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“Looking for a Better Future”: Examining African Portuguese-Speaking Students’ Motivation to Study in Portuguese Higher Education - Doutor, Catarina; Alves, Natália (Educational Process: International Journal, 2024)
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Estimating and Forecasting Suppressed Electricity Demand in Ghana Under Climate Change, the Informal Economy and Sector Inefficiencies - Dramani, John Bosco; Ofori-Mensah, Kwame Ansere; Otchere, Nathaniel Kwadwo Oppong; Frimpong, Prince Boakye; Adu-Poku, Akwasi; Kemausuor, Francis; Yazdanie, Mashael (2024)
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Mental Health of Emerging Private Primary School Teachers: An Exploratory Case Study in Gaborone, Botswana - Dube, Buyisani; Oyegoke, Bolatumi; Nkomo, Duduzile (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
The development of any nation is premised on the nature and level of education of its citizens. It is in this regard that education is viewed as the most powerful weapon to end poverty and craft a desirable path for a sustainable future. Consequently, the health and well-being of teachers become apparent to deliver quality education. The purpose of this study was to explore the mental health of emerging private primary school teachers in Gaborone, Botswana. A qualitative research approach of the interpretive paradigm was used to guide this study. The study was couched within social constructionism theoretical framework. Population of the study comprised all teachers, school principals and members of Parents Teachers Association (PTA) of emerging private primary schools. Non-probability purposive sampling was used to select rich informants regarding mental health knowledge of teachers in schools under study. Face-to-face semi-structured interviews were conducted with 3 principals and 5 teachers. Focus group interview (FGI) was managed with 3 parents that were members of the PTA in the selected private schools. The study established that work overload, teacher burnout, job insecurity and unstable work relations fuelled mental health problems. The study recommends the establishment of strong social welfare networks among staff members, settlement grant for newly employed teachers and expeditious processing of documentations for professional practice.
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It’s our turn (not) to learn: The pitfalls of education reform during post-war institutional transformation in Burundi - Dunlop, Emily; Bekkouche, Yasmine (International Journal of Educational Development, 2024)
In this study, we investigate the relationship between education reform, institutional legacies of inequality, and changing political institutions in a poor, conflict-affected country. Burundi experienced a dramatic change in ethnic and regional power relations after the 1993–2005 civil war. The post-war government prioritized education to previously marginalized regions, both in access and in attainment. Moreover, they needed and wanted to deliver on wartime and election promises after the 2010 elections. We leverage test score data from four nationwide exams in primary and secondary education from 2006 to 2012. Our difference-in-differences analysis shows a dramatic shift in test scores, with the schools in the north of the country, deprived before the civil war, outperforming schools in the south. Results are robust across datasets. We derive policy implications for understanding how post-conflict governments can build inclusive institutions through education after conflict, and how governments can overcome institutional legacies of educational inequality.
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Health-related quality of life in patients with dyspepsia presenting at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City, South-South Nigeria: a cross-sectional study - Egbo, Ojevwe H.; Omuemu, C; Okeke, Edith; Egbo, Ojevwe H.; Mokogwu, Ndubuisi (The Pan African medical journal, 2024)
Introduction: Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) examines the impact of the symptoms of dyspepsia on the daily life of sufferers. There are a few published studies related to HRQoL of persons with dyspepsia in Africa.
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Conflict of Survival Between Fulani Pastoralists and Farmers in the Wake of Climate Change Nigeria - Ehiane, Stanley Osezua; Zondi, Lungile Prudence; Gumede, Mabuyi (2024)
The ongoing conflict between herders and farmers, which has resulted in severe violence, poses a serious threat to the country's human security and development. Farmer-herder conflicts have resulted in attacks and reprisals. While the farmers are striving to safeguard their lands as violence intensifies, the herders are turning to violent tactics to defend their animals while grazing. The paper is qualitative relying on secondary sources of data. The paper is anchored on eco-violence theory and resource access theory. It argues that Nigeria is currently on the verge of anarchy, chaos, and collapse. This is because the conflict between herders and farmers is increasing geometrically. The paper posits that the herder-farmer crises have not only had a direct impact on the lives or livelihoods of those involved, but they have also disrupted and threatened the sustainability of agricultural and pastoral production, and thus the sustainability of rural communities livelihoods. It notes that climate change is one of the root causes of this conflict. No doubt, the Nigerian government has tried different policy initiatives to lessen the recurrence of this conflict and its accompanying effects with little or no success at various times. The paper concludes that the conflict between herders and farmers is without a doubt one of the country's major challenges. Achieving long-term national development requires the ability to prevent and manage violent divisions, conflicts, and wars, including farmer-herder conflicts. It suggests among others that there is a need for the governments at different levels to take an integrated approach that promotes peaceful coexistence among crop farmers, pastoralists, herders, and their host communities.
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ASSESSING THE APPLICATION OF ASSESSMENT FOR LEARNING STRATEGIES IN NIGERIAN SCHOOLS: CASE STUDY OF UNION SECONDARY SCHOOL, EHA-AMUFU, ENUGU STATE - Ejinkonye, Felicitas Ogonna; OGBONNIA, ANGELA NKIRUKA; Ezeugo, Nneka Chinyere (International Journal of Research in Education Humanities and Commerce, 2024)
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Launching AI marketing solutions for small and medium enterprises in Morocco: a teaching case study - Ejjami, Rachid (International Journal of Teaching and Case Studies, 2024)
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Launching AI marketing solutions for small and medium enterprises in Morocco: a teaching case study - Ejjami, Rachid (International Journal of Teaching and Case Studies, 2024)
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Cropland abandonment in the context of drought, economic restructuring, and migration in northeast Syria - Eklund, Lina; Mohr, Berit; Dinç, Pınar (Environmental Research Letters, 2024)
Abstract Farmland abandonment is often associated with biophysical, political, or socio-economic changes, like droughts, economic reforms, rural-urban migration, or armed conflicts. Syria has seen several such changes in the period between 2000–2011, however, few assessments of how these factors have interacted with land abandonment have been carried out. In this study we investigate land abandonment patterns in northeast Syria, using a land use classification based on satellite data to indicate agricultural drought impacts and land abandonment. We combine these data with information on land use and migration patterns collected through a unique fieldwork, including surveys and interviews with Syrian farmers who had migrated to Turkey. Our analysis shows that drought coincided with a strong drop in cultivated croplands in 2008 and 2009. We also found a comparatively high cropland abandonment between 2001 and 2013, however no strong increases during or after drought years. Local insights indicate that migration took place during both normal years and drought years, and that most migrants had abandoned their lands after leaving Syria. We suggest that long-term mismanagement of water resources along with changes in the political economy, drove land abandonment in northeast Syria between 2001 and 2010. After 2011, armed conflict likely drove abandonment, but rates remained similar to the pre-conflict period. We discuss the potential of land abandonment as an indicator of rural migration in areas where migration data is sparse and conclude that more research is needed to understand the migration-land abandonment nexus, particularly in the Middle East.
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Roadmap for Generative Models Redefining Learning in Egyptian Higher Education - El-Fangary, Laila M. (International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications, 2024)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Generative models have become powerful tools in all sciences, research, academia, and businesses. Egyptian Universities need to leverage those models while using them ethically and responsibly to survive in the current global market. This paper explains the evolution of those models, from basic natural language processing by IBM in 1954 to the current powerful revolutionary generative models. The paper presents research that helps us get desired outputs or behaviors from generative models through prompt engineering, chain of thought prompting and ReAct. The paper presents Egypt and Egyptian Universities readiness and steps taken to get advantage of the latest AI technologies. The paper examines the training of those models to identify their advantages and disadvantages for university members focusing on the Egyptian context. The roadmap for Egyptian Universities use of generative models consists of a SWOT analysis; an infographic of policies and guidelines with regard to faculty and students use of generative models at Egyptian Universities promoting academic integrity and innovation, while minimizing the risks associated with this technology; A table of types and severities of penalties for policy violations by students using generative models is specified and finally a framework for nontechnical users of generative models of reusable patterns to get the optimal desired output of the models is developed.
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A proposed training system for entrepreneurship in line with Egypt vision 2030 - El-Sayed, Maysa E.; Alkhatib, Hasan; Ibrahim, Dalia; Moawad, S. M. (International Design Journal (Print), 2024)
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The Potential of Artificial Intelligence to Develop the Education System in Egypt - ElAdl, Adel M. (Al-Mağallah Al-Miṣriyyaẗ Lil Dirāsāt Al-Nafsiyyaẗ, 2024)
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Managing Risks in the Agricultural Sector Facing Climate Change: Insights from Morocco - Elame, Fouad; Chebli, Youssef; Koufan, Meriyem; Azim, Khalid; Benabdelouahab, Tarik; Wifaya, Ahmed; Karra, Youssef; Hallam, Jamal; Lionboui, Hayat (2024)
Agriculture represents a central component of the economy of all African countries, as reported by many international organizations, representing an important source of income for a significant part of the world's population. In countries where rainfall is more uncertain due to climate change, risk management approaches would reduce agricultural risk and therefore the variability of farmers’ incomes. This chapter is a review of literature that introduces the main concepts related to agricultural risks and highlights some important measures that have been adopted by the green generation plan in the Moroccan agricultural sector. To reduce disaster risk and build resilience in agriculture, a range of measures were taken by the Moroccan government. These measures focus on investing in technological innovation, climate-smart agriculture practices, and early warning systems. Improving access to resources such as land, water, inputs, and credit, and enhancing knowledge and skills through training and capacity building can also help to reduce vulnerabilities and increase resilience. Strengthening governance and policy frameworks, building partnerships and collaboration between the private and the public sectors, and promoting social protection mechanisms were also implemented by the government to reduce risk and building resilience in agriculture. Most of these actions will reduce the effect of certain risks and help promote the agricultural sector in the years to come.
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Online Education in Palestine: ELT Teachers doing ERT (again) - Elhawa, Hidayat Abu; Alexander, Chris; Krajka, Jarosław (Teaching english with technology, 2024)
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Structural Controls Analysis and Its Correlation with Geothermal Occurrence at Barrier Volcanic Complex (BVC), Turkana, Kenya - Emekwi, Philip Lomorukai; Mariita, Nicholas; Kariuki, Patrick Chege (International Journal of Geosciences, 2024)
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Social Goal Orientation, Academic Engagement and Creativity as Predictors of Secondary School Students’ Academic Achievement in Mathematics in Anambra State, Nigeria - Emesi, Kingsley Ekene; Anyanwu, Adeline N. (European Journal of Theoretical and Applied Sciences, 2024)
Social goal orientation, academic engagement and creativity are strong indicators and facilitators for effective learning. The association among these variables to jointly predict academic achievement has been vague and nebulous in the field of educational psychology. The study aimed to explore the students’ social goal orientation, academic engagement, and creativity as predictors of academic achievement in mathematics in Anambra State. Four research questions and three null hypotheses were formulated for the study. The study adopted a predictive correlational design. The population comprised of 21,204 SS II students from which a sample of 1560 was drawn using probability sampling procedure. Standardized research instruments such as; Social Goal Orientation Questionnaire (SGOQ), Students’ Academic Engagement Questionnaire (SAEQ) and Epstein Creativity Competencies Inventory (ECCI) developed by Epstein were used for data collection. Students’ mathematics achievement scores from the state wide promotion examination were used to represent mathematics achievement. Cronbach’s alpha was used to determine the reliability of the items in the instruments. A reliability indices were found to be .88, .82, and .92 for SGOQ, SAEQ and ECCI respectively. These scores made the instruments fit for the study. The standard multiple regression was used to analyze the collected data. The standard multiple regression was used to analyze the collected data. The research question 1 was answered using multiple regression. The research question 2 was answered using unstandardized β. The research question 3 was answered using adjusted R2. The research question 4 was answered using standardized β. The null hypothesis 1 was tested using F-test for regression model. The null hypothesis 2 was tested using t-test for adjusted R2. The null hypothesis 3 was tested using t-test for β at .05 level of significance. Findings showed that students social orientation, academic engagement and creativity scores yielded an adjusted R square of .007. This implies that predictors accounted for about 0.7% of the variance scores in academic achievement. Also, the analysis of variance indicated that the regression equation was significant in predicting academic achievement in mathematics. This implies that at least one of the independent variables significantly predicted academic achievement in mathematics. Based on these findings, it was recommended that students should consider social goal orientation, academic engagement and creativity as adaptive motivational variables that have jointly predict academic achievement.
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Projections of Future Climate Change in Southern Africa and the Potential for Regional Tipping Points - Engelbrecht, François; Steinkopf, Jessica; Padavatan, Jonathan; Midgley, Guy F. (2024)
Abstract Southern Africa is a climate change hotspot with projected warming and drying trends amplifying stresses in a naturally warm, dry and water-stressed region. Despite model-projected uncertainty in rainfall change over the eastern escarpment of South Africa, strong model agreement in projections indicates that southern African is likely to become generally drier. Sharply increased regional warming and associated strong reductions in soil-moisture availability and increases in heat-waves and high fire-danger days are virtually certain under low mitigation futures. Changes are detectible in observed climate trends for the last few decades, including regional warming, drying in both the summer and winter rainfall regions, and increases in intense rainfall events. The southern African climate is at risk of tipping into a new regime, with unprecedented impacts, such as day-zero drought in the Gauteng province of South Africa, collapse of the maize and cattle industries, heat-waves of unprecedented intensity and southward shifts in intense tropical cyclone landfalls. Many of these adverse changes could be avoided if the Paris Accord’s global goal were to be achieved, but research is urgently required to quantify the probabilities of such tipping points in relation to future levels of global warming. Adaptation planning is an urgent regional priority.
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Energy-Related Climate Change Reportage in Africa: Has the Media Gotten It Right? - Eshun, Maame Esi; Amenfia, Israel; Ackah, Ishmael (2024)
This chapter discusses the role of the African media in reporting on energy-related climate change issues on the continent. Energy is at the core of sustainable development. So is climate change. This is because climate change increases the cost of development by exacerbating the effects of poverty and population growth. This exposes millions of people, especially in developing countries, to food and water shortages and diseases, which can limit the opportunities for sustainable development if not addressed.123 Climate change can also affect the generation of energy and the development of energy infrastructure in many ways. For instance, the generation of electricity using coal is regarded by many industry experts as detrimental to the environment due to its associated emissions. Conversely, climate change issues have contributed to the aggressive pursuit of energy transition which has influenced the development of green technologies in energy generation. Relatedly, inputs or resources required for energy generation (such as fossil fuels, water, etc.) are impacted by climate change, in terms of their availability and adequacy. Extreme weather conditions such as heatwaves and droughts limit access and availability to existing energy generation sources.4 On the other hand, the output of energy generation also contributes immensely to climate change in the form of emissions, greenhouse gases, and other forms of waste (non-gaseous) emanating from extractive activities. These present a major threat to Africa, especially as the African Development Bank has declared Africa as the most vulnerable continent to climate change and its impacts.5 This is an indication that energy-related climate change issues require urgent attention in Africa. As climate change takes hold, Africans are increasingly demanding information about what is happening, and how its impact could be minimized or mitigated. This means that knowledge and access to information on energy-related climate change are essential for effective climate management and impact minimization. Availability and access to such information will also influence the African government's decision-making on the required investments to accelerate the energy transition. That is, decisions taken by nation states on green investments in the energy sector will rely heavily on the availability of energy-related climate change information. The African media, as a source of information can play a significant role in disseminating knowledge about energy-related climate change. Their role in this regard is indispensable because, in many instances, public sentiments are shaped by the media. Thus, the way the energy-related climate change is reported will have a profound effect on how people comprehend it, especially with respect to reports on the causes, sources, impact, recent dynamics in climate change, and how best its causal factors could be tamed. Additionally, the interest of Africa's reading class may not necessarily be tilted towards scientific papers and reports on climate change to gain first-hand information on energy-related climate trends and related issues. Moreover, as the continent struggles with literacy levels, there are significant portions of the population whose understanding of climate-related information may be limited. For instance, the average national climate change literacy rate in Africa is 37%, which is far lower than that of Europe and North America, where rates are over 80%.6 Recent studies have posited that the problem of understanding climate change is one of the major challenges confronting Africa, its governments, and the African Union.7 Thus, most Africans would look up to the media to demystify, in a straightforward and simplified way, the facts and realities of climate change. The media therefore becomes an important player in climate change communication in this regard. Despite this significant role of the African media, the reportage of energy-related climate change information of the continent has mostly been narrated through the lens of the Western media, which may not necessarily reflect Africa's realities on climate issues. Often, Western media coverage of climate change in Africa may lack in-depth reporting and be nuanced. This may partly be due to a need to project the agenda of the Western media and foreign policies, or due to limited exposure to the African "climate change experience".8 Given that African media reportage tends to rely heavily on information available from secondary sources (Western media houses), some pertinent climate-related storytelling specifically tailored towards the African reality may be missing from the continent's media coverage of climate change. This leads to a lack of local ownership and limited local context of energy-related climate change information on African countries.9 Such gaps in reporting mostly stem from the fact that the African media is not investing enough in energy and climate change research to create a credible first-hand body of evidence on the issues.10 Rather, it appears Africa keeps telling its story on climate change from the perspective of the West.
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Analysing the drivers of ecological footprint in Africa with machine learning algorithm - Espoir, Delphin Kamanda; Sunge, Regret; Nchofoung, Tii N.; Alola, Andrew Adewale (Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 2024)
Africa is largely confronted with varying issue of socioeconomic and insecurity, which is now increasingly linked with the mounting pressure on the continent's natural capital as glaring in the Sahel and Norther regions. As such, this study further probed the drivers of ecological footprint (EFP) by utilizing panel dataset of 39 African countries over the 1996 to 2018. Considering that several suspected drivers or covariates (which include the economy sectoral aspects, globalization aspects, governance and institutional aspects, energy types, and other socioeconomic aspects) of EFP were considered in the model, the feasibility of multicollinearity and other econometric drawbacks were accounted for by employing a two-step strategy. First, we used the least absolute shrinkage and selection operators (LASSOs) machine learning algorithms to predict the most important drivers of EFP. Second, we employed the Partialing-out LASSO instrumental variable regression (POIVLR) and Bayesian Model Averaging (BMA) techniques to obtain the variables marginal effects. The result found a more parsimonious regularization within the Adaptive LASSO (λ=0.0012), thus selecting 19 regressors out of the 26 covariates. Furthermore, the study found that Adaptive LASSO selection should be employed for inference since it performed better than the rest of the LASSOs and Elasticnet. As for the marginal effect of EFP, the partialing-out LASSO instrumental-variables regression (POIVLR) technique largely established expected impact of the selected covariates on EFP in Africa except for the impact of GDP and its square that shows negative and positive inference respectively. Combining these results and the sensitivity analysis, this study is poised to offer useful policy guide to environmentalist and decision-makers across Africa.
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ICT Governance in Higher Education: A Case Study of a Vocational College in Libya - Etkkali, Ali; Placide, Poba-Nzou (SHS web of conferences, 2024)
This study focuses on ICT governance in higher education in a developing country. The research employs an interpretive single case study to describe and understand ICT governance at Alpha, a vocational computer college in Libya. Fourteen key informants, including deans, teachers, and students, participated in the interviews. Consistent with previous studies, our results reveal formal ICT governance arrangements at Alpha College. However, Alpha College leverages its general management structure and processes to make ICT decisions and fulfill the needs of the college stakeholders. In addition, the structure supporting ICT decision-making at Alpha College qualifies as “Centralized” while the ICT archetype of “Business Monarchy” best describes its ICT governance arrangements. Surprisingly, our study also reveals the hybridization of the role of the Dean through the integration of “entrepreneurial activities” amid his efforts to fulfill the ICT needs of the college in the context of severe budget constraints.
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Air pollution exposure among African school children in different microenvironments - Eze, Joy; Vanker, Aneesa; Ozoh, Obianuju B (The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health, 2024)
Air pollution exposure is a major public health threat contributing to high rates of morbidity and mortality, particularly in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs). 1 Fuller R Landrigan PJ Balakrishnan K et al. Pollution and health: a progress update. Lancet Planet Health. 2022; 6: e535-e547 Summary Full Text Full Text PDF PubMed Scopus (370) Google Scholar Exposure to air pollutants worsens outcomes of non-communicable diseases, including asthma and other chronic respiratory diseases. 2 Mazenq J Dubus JC Gaudart J et al. Air pollution and children's asthma-related emergency hospital visits in southeastern France. Eur J Pediatr. 2017; 176: 705-711 Crossref PubMed Scopus (28) Google Scholar , 3 Teyton A Baer RJ Benmarhnia T Bandoli G Exposure to air pollution and emergency department visits during the first year of life among preterm and full-term infants. JAMA Netw Open. 2023; 6e230262 Crossref PubMed Scopus (2) Google Scholar Understanding the level of exposure to air pollution and factors associated with increased levels of exposure are the initial steps that are fundamental to the development of interventions. Characterising sources of PM2·5 exposure for school children with asthma: a personal exposure study across six cities in sub-Saharan AfricaOur study suggests that the most effective changes to reduce PM2·5 exposures in these cities would be to provide paving in school grounds, increase the use of clean fuel for cooking and light in homes, and discourage smoking within homes. The most efficient way to improve air quality in these cities would require tailored interventions to prioritise different exposure-reduction policies in different cities. Full-Text PDF Open Access
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Effectiveness of an Authentic-Based Multimedia Learning Environment on Students’ Engagement and Performance in South-West Nigerian Higher Institutions - Fadumiye, Titilope Olufunke Olusola; Aderemi, Odeyemi (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
Students’ relationships to the curriculum and their cooperation with peers and instructors during the learning processes have both benefited by engagement. The main objective of the study aims to examine the effect of students’ performance and engagement in an authentic-based multimedia learning Environment. The study adopted Quasi experimental design with a purposive sample of 90 undergraduates’ students from a public university in South-west Nigeria. The students were furtherly distributed into 45 students each for experimental and control group. The data collected through student engagement questionnaire and achievement test were analysed to descriptive and inferential analysis (paired t-test) with the use of pre-test and post-test to describe the students’ performance test (SPT). The results of the study showed the significant effect of authentic-based multimedia learning environment on students’ performance level, cognitive and behavioral engagement level. The findings indicated that students perform better and increased their cognitive thinking skills to improve their interaction towards the utilization of multimedia in the learning process. Moreover, it was found out that cognitive and behavioral engagements were positively allied to the student academic performance. The instructors and management of the higher institution should have strong collaboration to provide more opportunities for the students to interact with different course activities in the learning environment to maximize their performance and engagement levels.
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Egyptian Journalists’ Perceptions of Digital Journalism Training Effectiveness - Fahmy, Nagwa; Abdulmajeed, Maha (SAGE Open, 2024)
This study examines the perceptions of Egyptian journalists of the effectiveness of professional training in digital journalism and determines the training-needs of journalists to adapt to innovative journalism practices. The study applies mixed descriptive methods based on The Motivation–Hygiene theory of what motivates employees. Data analysis is based on an online questionnaire with a snowball sample of 134 Egyptian journalists from different media outlets and in-depth interviews with 10 journalists and professional trainers, between June 2019 and August 2020. Findings reveal that the impact of hygiene factors is stronger than that of motivation factors. This study shows that hygiene factors negatively influence professional training and inhibit any positive impacts of motivation factors. The findings of this study are significant to media organizations and professional training providers.
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Join four African students for their MIT journeys - Feder, Toni (Physics Today, 2024)
The students share their academic and personal experiences and impressions.
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The influence of Islamic modernization on Islamic education in Egypt in the early 19th century - Fergina, Ana; Hifza, Hifza; Achruch, Andi (Academy of Education Journal: Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Kependidikan, 2024)
Education is essential in the life of a society because, through it, people can learn science and technology. Modernization in Islamic education needs to be carried out to catch up with backwardness in all fields in Egypt. This article aims to describe the history of Islam and the modernization of Islamic education in Egypt. Starting from modern ideas from the West brought by the colonizing nation, Egypt was able to rise from adversity and catch up by giving birth to modern reformers. Reforms in education made Al Azhar a leading center for studies in the Middle East.
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Managing climate change challenges to water security: Community water governance in Ethiopia and Nepal - Flint, Adrian; Howard, Guy; Nijhawan, Anisha; Poudel, Moti; Geremew, Abraham; Demmu, Yohannes Mulugeta; Lo, Y. T. Eunice; Ghimire, Anish; Baidya, Manish; Sharma, Subodh (Geo: Geography And Environment, 2024)
Abstract Climate change poses a threat to water security where both current and future generations are concerned, with its accompanying impacts set to be greater in low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMICs). As a result, questions pertaining to climate change adaption in LMICs are receiving increased attention from academics and policymakers alike. It is broadly accepted that top‐down approaches to developing resilience to climate change challenges have been shown to be limited and that concerted efforts need to be made to engage local communities in advancing adaptive strategies. Based on the above, we make two main arguments: (1) while there has been a shift towards acknowledging the importance of community‐driven data in generating a broader and deeper understanding of climate change, far better use could be made of local knowledge and (2) efforts at community‐based solutions to problems of resilience are currently limited by issues of capacity, specifically linked to the need for further education and training, and improved representation with respect to gender, class and caste (as well as financial support). To illustrate these arguments, we present evidence provided by rural communities located in two countries affected heavily by climate change: Ethiopia and Nepal.
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Advancing Ai Education: Assessing Kenyan In-Service Teachers' Preparedness for Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Competence-Based Curricula - Fundi, Maxwell; Sanusi, Ismaila Temitayo; Oyelere, Solomon Sunday; Ayere, Mildred (2024)
With the advancement of technology, emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) have also been growing rapidly and becoming more common than ever before. Kenya has taken tremendous steps in adopting the use of emerging technology in different sectors of the economy. In realization of the need to have a skilled digital workforce to develop solutions using these emerging technologies, Kenya has undertaken curriculum reforms and Introduced the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) which has included digital literacy and coding in elementary school. Furthermore, computer science has been introduced in Junior Secondary School. In view of these changes, teachers should be adequately prepared with knowledge, skills, and attitudes to effectively teach these new technologies. However, in Kenya, AI was not and still is not part of the teacher training curriculum. Additionally, there are inadequate professional development opportunities in AI for both pre-service and in-service teachers since AI is not part of the CBC curriculum. That notwithstanding, it is inevitable for teachers in the current world to introduce AI to learners. Therefore, this study's objective was to assess the readiness of the in-service teachers to teach AI in Kenyan schools. To achieve this objective, this study employed a quantitative research methodology by administering a survey using Google Forms to a random sample of 308 teachers from different grades from 37 out of 47 counties in Kenya. The findings showed that confidence in AI, AI ethics and subjective norms significantly influenced AI readiness while attitude towards AI and perceived threats did not significantly influence AI readiness. These results are significant in providing a basis for education policy change on AI education in Kenya, such as transforming the teacher training curriculum to include AI and designing AI professional development programs for in-service teachers to ensure they are well-equipped to teach AI.
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The Plastic Arts Laboratory is considered a space for teaching and experimentation and a means of communication and creativity in Tunisian schools - Gandouzi, Abdelbaset (International Uni-Scientific Research Journal, 2024)
The paper aims to highlight the problem of the space of teaching the subject of plastic arts in Tunisian schools and its engineering structure. In addition, it intends to identify differences between technical practices at the applied stage based on several variables related to the Learning workshop and to explore possible answers to the whole range of questions associated with research. Besides it tries to discover the different teaching and learning methodology based on the study space variable and the study share laboratory space which provided research comparison through the observation and corresponding mechanism during field visits and defined the features of the space dedicated to the exercise of a formative activity. The results of the research revealed the inadequacy of applied technical practice in the plastic arts when associated with the school’s traditional space and classroom for success and creative take-off when changing the features of the learning space to match the laboratory’s specifications. The research underscored the importance of changing the school’s engineering and technical specialty hall to become a predominant, capable of accommodating experimental exploratory curriculum stages in plastic activity from observation and mediation to experimentation and retraining.
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Inclusivity in Research Matters: Variants in PVT1 Specific to Persons of African Descent Are Associated with Pulmonary Fibrosis - Garman, Lori; Pezant, Nathan; Dawkins, Bryan A.; Rasmussen, Astrid; Levin, Albert M.; Rybicki, Benjamin A.; Iannuzzi, Michael C.; Bagavant, Harini; Deshmukh, Umesh S.; Montgomery, Courtney (American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, 2024)
"Inclusivity in Research Matters: Variants in PVT1 Specific to Persons of African Descent Are Associated with Pulmonary Fibrosis." American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, 209(1), pp. 106–109
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Strategic climate change litigation in the Global South: Selected reflections from Brazil and South Africa - Garofalo, Carlotta; Ruppel, Oliver C. (2024)
Strategische Prozessführung in Österreich , page 59 - 96
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Groundwater Pollution Risk Mapping Using Index Methods (North-East Tunisia) - Gasmi, Omeyma; Louati, Mourad; Mlayah, Ammar; Gómez-Alday, Juan José (2024)
The aim of this study is to assess, within a GIS, the pollution risk of the Mornag groundwater using the DRASTI-LU and SI index methods, and to validate the resulting maps with geochemical data. To achieve this objective, four risk maps were created by combining hydrogeological and geochemical data. 41 samples were analyzed to validate the risk maps developed. Each risk map was calcified using four reclassification methods so that a total of 16 risk maps were produced. The spatial distribution of groundwater contamination risk allowed results to be compared by classifying them into five risk classes: very low, low, medium, high, and very high. All the resulting risk maps show that the downstream part of the aquifer is the riskiest to pollution compared to the other areas. In fact, the results of validation of the risk maps show that relatively the best map with the lowest correlation index is the one made by the DRASTI-LU method obtained by the additive combination with a weight of 5 for the land use parameter. The coincidence between the nitrate concentration distribution and the spatial distribution of risk degree confirms that the study area is affected by anthropogenic pollution more precisely agricultural pollution by nitrates.
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Patient Education in Cardiovascular Disease in Subsaharan Africa: The “Heart School” Pilot Project at Ipms/Cheikh Anta Diop University of Dakar, Senegal - Gaye, Ngoné Diaba; Ngaïdé, Aliou Alassane; Aw, Fatou; Madjiguène, Ka Mame; Tall, Cheikh Tidiane; Sy, Ahn; Kane, A. (2024)
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Prevalence of Visual Impairment and Associated Factors Among Older Adults in Southern Ethiopia, 2022 - Getachew, Tamiru; Mengistu, Masresha; Getahun, Firdawek (Clinical optometry, 2024)
Background: Visual impairment is a functional limitation of the eye brought on by a disorder or disease that can make it more difficult to carry out daily tasks. Visual impairment causes a wide range of public health, social, and economic issues, particularly in developing nations, where more than 90% of the world’s visually impaired people reside. Although many studies conducted in Ethiopia related with the topic, there were focused on childhood visual impairments. Objectives: To assess the prevalence and factors associated with visual impairment among older adults. Methodology: A community-based cross-sectional study design was conducted in Arba Minch Zuria District. Systematic sampling technique was employed to select 655 adults aged 40 and above. Data were gathered through face-to-face interviews and visual acuity measurements, and SPSS version 25 was used for analysis. Bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed to identify factors associated with visual impairment. Results: The overall prevalence of visual impairment was found to be 36.95% (95% CI=33.2– 40.8%). Factors associated with a higher odds of visual impairment included aged 51– 60 years (AOR=2.37,95%CI=1.29– 4.44), aged 61 and above (AOR=8.9, 95%CI=4.86– 16.3), low wealth index ((AOR=1.81, 95%CI: 1.14– 3.2), divorced and widowed (AOR=4.67, 95%CI:2.77– 7.86), no formal education (AOR=14.28, 95%CI: 2.82– 71.46), not utilizing eyeglass (AOR=3.94, 95%CI (1.65– 9.40). The most possible causes of visual impairment were found to be refractive error and cataract. Conclusions and Recommendations: The prevalence of visual impairment among study population was relatively high, and more than three-fifths of participants had unilateral visual impairment. Age, marital status, occupation, educational status, wealth index, and not wearing of prescribed eyeglasses were significantly associated with visual impairment. Refractive error is the leading cause of visual impairment. Awareness of spectacle use and expanding cataract surgery coverage are urgently needed in this area. Keywords: older adults, eye, visual system, visual impairment
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The impact of urban mobility on air pollution in Kampala, an exemplar sub-Saharan African city - Ghaffarpasand, Omid; Okure, Deo; Green, Paul; Sayyahi, Saba; Adong, Priscilla; Sserunjogi, Richard; Bainomugisha, Engineer; Pope, Francis D. (Atmospheric Pollution Research, 2024)
This paper analyses the impact of urban mobility (UM) on air pollution by studying the effects of an intervention on local air quality. The study focuses on the PM2.5 level in Kampala, the capital of Uganda, and considers COVID-19 as an unintentional intervention. The PM2.5 level of the city was obtained from a network of low-cost calibrated sensors, while UM is characterized by open-access Google reports. The period under consideration excludes the weeks immediately before and after the first lockdown. PM2.5 data were deweathered using the machine learning technique of random forest (RF) to exclude the variation of meteorological factors, seasonality, and weekday-weekend effect, and then the impact of the pandemic was parametrised. The traffic pattern is discussed, and air mass clustering and pollution polar plots are used to analyse the distribution of long- and short-range sources, respectively. The percentage change from the baseline (PCfB) of the average of UM dimensions is then assessed against that of deweathered PM2.5 level to investigate the impact of UM on the PM2.5 level. Our analysis shows a strong correlation between urban mobility and roadside PM2.5 levels and a weaker relationship with urban PM2.5 levels. The profile of long-range emission sources was consistent over the study period, with more than 61% of the modelled air masses that arrived in Kampala first passing over Kenya and Tanzania. Overall, the COVID-19 pandemic reduced PM2.5 levels in Kampala by about 10%, which is a relatively small compared to other cities that have been studied around the world.
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"Exploring the Nexus between Climate Change, Drought, and Heatwaves in Ghana: Implications for Food Production, Well-being, and Health" - Ghana, Censura; Obilie-Mante, Victor; Nartey, Josephine (Social Science Research Network, 2024)
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Education and economic growth in Morocco: A causal analysis approach - GOUMRHAR, Hicham (International Journal of Education Economics and Development, 2024)
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Collaborating Towards Humanizing Pedagogies in Teaching and Learning: Case of Universities of Technology in South Africa - Govender, Nereshnee; Markus, Elisha Didam (2024)
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Toward Compatibility with National Dairy Production and Climate Goals Through Locally Appropriate Mitigation Interventions in Kenya - Graham, Michael W.; Özkan, Şeyda; Arndt, Claudia; Gonzalez-Quintero, Ricardo; Korir, Daniel K.; Merbold, Lutz; Mottet, Anne; Ndung’u, Phyllis W.; Notenbaert, An Maria Omer; Leitner, Sonja (2024)
CONTEXT Livestock are an important component of livelihoods in smallholder dairy systems in Africa, but are characterized by low animal productivity and large environmental impacts per unit of animal product (e.g. greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) intensities). Governments in African countries have set ambitious targets for dairy systems, but development of climate-smart strategies has been hindered by a scarcity of baseline data and local intervention trials.OBJECTIVE We use a rich dataset from smallholder mixed dairy systems in Kenya to determine whether national climate and development goals for 2030 can be met using locally appropriate interventions. Interventions considered included improved herd management and feed interventions.METHODS We conducted a yield gap analysis to determine the scope of the existing milk yield gaps, then evaluated the extent to which yield gaps could be closed using interventions in a second step. We outscaled our results to the national level to determine the potential impact of adopting our interventions on national dairy production and GHG emission goals using the FAO Global Livestock Environmental Assessment Model – interactive (GLEAM-i) tool.RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS Our analysis showed that substantial yield gaps exist in Kenyan dairy systems (39 to 49% of attainable yields). These gaps could be closed by intervention packages but not by individual interventions alone. Our outscaled scenarios showed interventions can reduce milk GHG emission intensities (-6.5 to -27.4%), while absolute emissions would increase in most scenarios (-3.9 to +25.9%). To meet national milk production goals, we estimated that a large increase in animal numbers is needed by 2030 compared to 2010 (from ~2.7M to 4.5 – 7.1M heads of cattle). However, most scenarios fell short of the emissions target (-4% to +48%) by 2030. It may be possible to narrowly meet Kenyan national milk production and GHG emission goals by 2030.SIGNIFICANCE National goals for milk production and reducing GHG emissions were only marginally compatible in Kenya. Other sectors of the economy will need to reduce emissions to ensure that food and nutrition security objectives are not jeopardized. In order to achieve national milk goals, there will be need to be a consummate increase in animal numbers even with the adoption of multiple interventions. To meet Kenya’s national emissions goals, widespread adoption of several locally appropriate interventions will be required. International support will needed to meet Kenya’s conditional Nationally Determined Contributions under the 2015 Paris Agreement, as well as food and nutrition security goals.
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Impact of climate change on surface water resources in arid zones - the case of the Ykem watershed in the central plateau of Morocco - Gramz, Mohamed; Batchi, Mouhcine; Bouziani, Jamal El; Azagane, Moulay Hicham; El-boukhari, Adnane; Nafii, Ayoub; Elharrari, Youssef (E3S web of conferences, 2024)
Given the importance of natural resources for integrated development, it is necessary to adopt adaptation strategies to face disturbances affecting the globe. Particularly, climate change, with a particular impact on water potential. The aim of this article is to highlight the impact of this world phenomenon on surface water resources in the Ykem watershed situated in the northwest of the central Moroccan plateau, which is characterized by predominantly arid conditions. In order to monitor the spatiotemporal evolution of surface water, a methodology based on geospatialization techniques was used. This involved mapping the evolution of surface water resources in time and space, providing a variation between reference years, specifically 2012–2021, from 132 ha to 32 ha, and of course interpreting the results by climate elements based on rainfall in the study area and temperature readings in this geographic location. Remote sensing was employed to acquire satellite images available between 1992 and 2021. The area covered by water rose from 10 ha to 126 ha between 1992 and 2012, but the amount of land covered by water shrank to 32 ha between 2012 and 2021.
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Persistence and Potential Increasing Accumulation of Microplastic Pollution on the Skikda Coast (Northeastern Algeria) - Grini, Halima; Metallaoui, Sophia; Rangel-Buitrago, Nelson; Hadef, Azzedine; González-Fernández, Daniel; Bensouilah, Mourad (2024)
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The Tunisian Banking Market: More competition for more inclusiveness - Guizani, Brahim (Social Science Research Network, 2024)
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The Complexity and Future of Climate Change Modeling in Africa: Critical Considerations - Gwiza, Aaram; Jarbandhan, Vain D. B. (2024)
Climate change is increasingly becoming a global concern with ripple effects on food security, agricultural development; and has far-reaching effects on natural ecosystems. Concerted efforts to enhance adaptations and mitigation solutions to build resilience are urgently required to address the growing threats of climate change especially in Africa which has an alarming record of global warming trends. These efforts and multi-disciplinary; and call for effective modeling of several factors behind climate change. Research efforts in Africa strive to gain deep insights pertaining to the implications of climate change on human life, covering various issues, including precise predictions on the economic performance of any given polity. In spite of all these commitments particularly in Africa, researchers and scientists often experience many problems in their endeavour to develop evidence-based knowledge on climate change. This paper assess the challenges associated with climate change modeling in Africa. The study utilised documentary search to gather and review relevant data in order to identify and interpret the nature and major causes of the current gaps in climate change modeling in the African context. Thus, researchers conducted a bibliographic analysis and interpretation of peer-reviewed research papers on climate change in the African region. The study revealed that climate change modeling are utilised by researchers and policymakers to appreciate the possible effects of climate change; and assists in planning for adaptation, mitigation and building resilience. However, the modeling processes are plagued by numerous challenges, some of which are lack of quality data, non-availability of an extensive observational network and adequate technological support. Further, limited African based experts and research institutions in climate change modeling are also identified as part of serious setbacks. Therefore, the paper recommends the imperative for novel solutions to avert the above-mentioned drawbacks.
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Value Creation on Member Contributions in Zambian Pension Funds: Evidence for Imperative Investment in Financial Education - Handema, Macmillan; Lungu, John; Chabala, Mwansa; Shikaputo, Chanda (Open Journal of Business and Management, 2024)
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Integrating the Curriculum of Corpus Linguistics in the Nigerian Esl Student-Teacher Programme - Haruna, Sadiya Tanko; Kurt, Mustafa (2024)
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Monocropping vs Mixed Cropping Systems Under a Changing Climate: Smallholder Farmers' Perceptions and Farm Profitability in Eastern Rwanda - Hashakimana, Leonidas; Toru, Tessema; Niyitanga, Fidel; Watabaji, Mulugeta Damie; Tadele, Bedo G.; Hirwa, Hubert (2024)
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A mechanistic exploration of the metabolome of African mango seeds and its potential to alleviate cognitive impairment induced by high-fat/high-carbohydrate diets: Involvement of PI3K/AKT/GSK-3β/CREB, PERK/CHOP/Bcl-2, and AMPK/SIRT-1/mTOR Axes. - Hassan, Yasser; El‐Shiekh, Riham A.; El-Hefnawy, Hala M; Mohamed, Osama G.; Abu-Elfotuh, Karema; Hamdan, Ahmed M.; Darwish, Alshaymaa; Gowifel, Ayah M.H.; Tripathi, Ashootosh; Michael, Camilia George (Journal of ethnopharmacology, 2024)
Irvingia gabonensis (Aubry-Lecomte ex O'Rorke) Baill., also known as "African mango" or "bush mango", belonging to family Irvingiaceae, has been mostly used as food and traditional medicine for weight loss and to enhance the health.The overconsumption of high-fat and high-carbohydrate (HFHC) food induces oxidative stress, leading to neurological and cognitive dysfunction. Consequently, there is an immediate need for effective treatment. Hence, this study explored the efficacy of orlistat, metformin, and I. gabonensis seeds' total aqueous extract (IG SAE) in addressing HFHC-induced cognitive impairment by mitigating oxidative stress and their underlying mechanistic pathways.Initially, the secondary metabolite profile of IG SAE is determined using high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with a mass detector (UHPLC/MS). The in vivo study involves two phases: an established model phase with control (10 rats on a standard diet) and HFHC diet group (50 rats) for 3 months. In the study phase, HFHC is divided into 5 groups. The first subgroup receives HFHC diet only, while the remaining groups each receive HFHC diet with either Orlistat, metformin, or IG SAE at doses of 100 mg/kg and 200 mg/kg, respectively, for 28 days.More than 150 phytoconstituents were characterized for the first holistic approach onto IG metabolome. Characterization of IG SAE revealed that tannins dominate metabolites in the plant. Total phenolics and flavonoids were estimated to standardize our extract (77.12 ± 7.09 μg Gallic acid equivalent/mg extract and 8.039 ± 0.53 μg Rutin equivalent/mg extract, respectively). Orlistat, metformin, and IG SAE successfully reduced the body weight, blood glucose level, lipid profile, oxidative stress and neurotransmitters levels leading to improved behavioral functions as well as histological alternation. Also, IG SAE halted inflammation, apoptosis, and endoplasmic reticulum stress, together with promoting autophagy, via modulation of PI3K/AKT/GSK-3β/CREB, PERK/CHOP/Bcl-2 and AMPK/SIRT-1/m-TOR pathways.Metformin, orlistat, and IG SAE offer a promising multi-target therapy to mitigate HFHC diet-induced oxidative stress, addressing cognitive function. This involves diverse molecular mechanisms, particularly the modulation of inflammation, ER stress, and both PI3K/AKT/GSK-3β/CREB and AMPK/SIRT-1/m-TOR pathways. Furthermore, the higher dose of IG SAE demonstrated effects comparable to orlistat and metformin across most studied parameters.
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The Evolution of Services for Children with Autism and Developmental Disabilities in Nigeria - Hill, Doris Adams; Fayemi, Adeola; Ostrowski, Stephanie R. (International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, 2024)
Provision of services for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and developmental disabilities (DD) in Nigeria has been influenced by US and international research and awareness efforts. Forces that impact progress include Nigerian cultural beliefs and family involvement, societal attitudes, inadequate infrastructure and resources, and inconsistent policy and enforcement of disability laws. These forces can impact families both positively and negatively. A lack of standardised teacher training and accreditation programs limit access for students with disabilities to individualised education programs (IEPs) and classroom inclusion. Effective treatments for those with ASD/DD are well-documented, however these effective interventions often do not reach more rural, low-income, or less developed nations or rural, low socioeconomic US schools. The focus of this paper is to thoroughly analyse the evolution of special education and inclusion in Nigeria and the United States and to highlight how US progression influenced Nigeria and the importance of advocating for culturally relevant, low-cost, research-based interventions and outreach African nations such as Nigeria.
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Enhancing the relationship between emotional intelligence and writing performance among Ethiopian high school learners - Hiluf, Belete; Alemu, Marew (Social Sciences & Humanities Open, 2024)
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The practice of preparatory school principals in Gaza governorate in the areas of organizational integrity in their schools from the point of view of their teachers - Hindi, Suhail Ahmed Al (Mağallaẗ Ǧāmiʿat ʿīn Šams Li Buḥūṯ Al-Taʿlim (Print), 2024)
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A Composite Approach to Assessing Similarity in the Risk Level of Agricultural Drought: An Example of the Tensift and Moulouya Watershed in Morocco - Houmma, Ismaguil Hanadé; Gadal, Sébastien; Mansouri, Loubna El; Hadria, Rachid; Gbetkom, Paul Gérard (2024)
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Cotton farmers’ intention to adopt biochar as climate change adaptation and sustainable land management strategy in Benin - Hounnou, Fèmi E.; Houessou, Albertine M.; Kasim, Faith O.; Yabi, Jacob Afouda (Journal of Cleaner Production, 2024)
Innovative agricultural practices represent the future of the world in the sustainable improvement of agricultural productivity. Sustainable farming practices have been recognized and accepted by agricultural development stakeholders, to provide a wide range of social, economic, financial, and environmental benefits. Despite this recognition, the application of these practices in the literature has focused on socio-economic and technical aspects while the psychosocial elements of the application have received limited attention. To contribute to a broad understanding of the concept, this study aims at analyzing the psychosociological motivations of cotton farmers to use biochar as a sustainable land management strategy. Adopting a survey research design, a sample of 528 farmers in Benin (West Africa) was interviewed on the pillars of the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) (Attitude, Subjective norms, Behavioral Control) and three other aspects (Climate change perception, Past behavior and Productivity risk perception) for an extension of TPB. The data collected were analyzed using the structural equation model of the SmartPLS 4 program. The results of this study confirmed all TPB relationships except for the construction of the “Attitude" pillar where Perceived ease of use had no significant influence. Apart from the classical TPB factors, perception of climate change and past behavior in adopting new agricultural practices positively affect the application of biochar. However, possible yield decreases at the beginning of biochar use demotivate farmers to take initiatives in this direction. The study notes that the role of a good perception and knowledge of the effects of climate change and the benefits of biochar action are elements to be considered in promoting sustainable cotton farming and agricultural practices.
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Understanding Drought Vulnerability, Impacts and Adaptation from a Gender Perspective in Modogashe Ward, Kenya - Huho, Julius M.; Asokan, Shilpa M. (2024)
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Importance of Professionalism and Work Ethics in Agricultural Education in Botswana: Pre- and Post-Independence - Hulela, Keba (Advances in Applied Sociology, 2024)
Highlighting the importance of concepts of professionalism and work ethics in agricultural education in Botswana before and after the country achieved its independence is crucial in the education system. The purpose of this study is to explore the concept of professionalism and work ethics in the history of teaching and learning of agriculture in Botswana. The paper focuses on using the discussions raised in agricultural education development capturing the period prior to 1966 (Bechuanaland protectorate), and immediately after 1966 to the period of the 21st century. Professionalism and work ethics in agricultural education provides an analysis on growth and progress in the profession. It can be safely argued that different stakeholders who were instrumental in revolutionizing the evolution of agricultural education in Botswana needed to integrate professionalism and work ethics in the program.
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Seismic performance and collapse analysis of RC framed-wall structure excited with Turkey/Syria destructive earthquake - Ibrahim, Ali; Makhloof, D.A.; Ren, Xiaodan (Structures, 2024)
Due to the increasingly serious threat of natural disasters, it is crucial to examine the ability of buildings to withstand such catastrophes. The damaged structures observed in the recent Turkey/Syria destructive earthquake on February 6th, 2023, attracted the attention of experts and stirred controversy regarding the main causes of this extensive damage. Since numerical simulation is widely utilized as a powerful tool to investigate the buildings’ seismic response, an efficient simulation procedure is presented to investigate the structural response and capture the damage induced in RC framed-wall structure excited by the Turkey/Syria earthquake and aims to present valuable remarks to avoid or even mitigate the damage that may occur in future events. Moreover, the ground motion vertical component is typically neglected in structural design/analysis, and the recent seismic codes did not consider it adequately, leading to a lack of general understanding of the structural response and threatening the structures’ safety. However, the results revealed that considering vertical components substantially impacts the structural response where significant amplification is recorded. A comprehensive comparison between the two cases (excitation with HL component and combined HL and VL components), when the building is excited with two records of this event, is presented in terms of displacement time history, inter-story drift, and straining actions. For instance, the amplification index AISR for the shear forces ranges between 13% to 387% and 35% to 47% for the axial compression force at the first record and ranges between 13% to 62% for the shear forces and 12% to 50% for the axial compression force at the second record. Furthermore, the collapse analysis is performed to explore the structural collapse pattern under this earthquake, which affects the adjacent road network resilience and evacuation plans. This study is crucial for implementing effective risk mitigation measures, enhancing the buildings’ resilience, and is of great importance for the performance-based design concept since damage anticipation and domination are the main objectives of this design concept.
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Impact of the Duration of Semester Examinations on Students’ Academic Performance in Colleges of Education in North-Central Nigeria - Ibrahim, Sa’ad (International journal of research and innovation in applied science, 2024)
This study aimed to examine the impact of the duration of semester examinations on academic performance among students in four colleges of education in North Central Nigeria. A stratified sampling technique was applied to select 200 participants from the four Colleges of Education in the North-Central Zone of Nigeria (FCT COE Zuba, FCE Okene, COE Minna, and COE Akwanga). The four colleges of education were stratified based on location, and a proportional number of students were randomly selected from each stratum. The research employed a combination of focus group interview, questionnaires and examination scores to collect relevant data. Subsequently, the academic performance data of students from the short-duration calendar were compared to their performance data from the standard-duration calendar. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the characteristics of the sample, such as mean, standard deviation, and frequency distribution. An analysis of variance (ANOVA) was conducted to compare the mean academic performance scores across different durations of semester examinations. The outcome of the study revealed that the current 4-week duration of semester examinations is the ideal duration, while a shorter duration was rejected. Moreover, the flexibility in duration based on subject complexity was also favored. The result further indicates that the duration of semester examinations does have a significant impact on academic performance. Therefore, educational institutions are advised to adopt a flexible approach to the duration of examinations, particularly for subjects with varied complexities and volumes, to promote better academic outcomes. The findings emphasize the need for educational institutions to adhere to a four-week duration of examinations to promote better academic outcomes.
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Interactive/Smart Whiteboard and Student-Teachers Academic Performance in Educational Technology at the University of Calabar, Nigeria - Imoke, John Eteng; Ushe, Beshel Cletus; Ofem, Beaula Ejeoma (European journal of contemporary education and E-learning (Online), 2024)
This study investigated the effect of the use of interactive or smart whiteboard on student teachers’ academic performance in educational technology. Two objectives, research questions and hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. A non-randomized pre-test post- test experimental design was adopted with a total of 110 second year educational technology students as sample. Educational Technology Performance Test (ETPT) with a reliability co-efficient of 0.75 obtained from Kuder Richardson formula 21 was used in generating data for the study, Descriptive statistics of Mean, Standard Deviation and Analysis of Covariance were used in analysis of data. Findings from the study showed that the use of interactive whiteboard was more effective in enhancing students’ performance than the traditional whiteboard. The result also showed that there was no significant difference between the academic performance of male and female students who used the Smart board. Based on the research findings it was recommended that university managements should be encouraged to install Interactive whiteboards in classrooms and teachers should be sent on training on the use of these smart boards for instructional delivery.
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Classification of Algerian olive oils: Physicochemical properties, polyphenols and fatty acid composition combined with machine learning models - Issaad, Fatima Zohra; Abdessemed, Ala; Bouhedjar, Khalid; Bouyahmed, Hani; Derdour, Mouna; Ouffroukh, Karima; Fellak, Ahmed; Dems, M.; Chihoub, Salah; Bechlem, Radouane; Mahrouk, Abdelkader; Houasnia, Mourad; et al. (Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, 2024)
The regulation of olive cultivar and geographical origin is a requirement for the global extra virgin olive oil market, due to its significant impact on consumer choice. Our work involves obtaining a promising marker parameter for cultivar and geographical origin that can be used to verify declared labels. The effects of these factors on the physicochemical parameters and composition of monovarietal extra virgin olive oil (MEVOO) from Algeria were studied. Thirteen olive fruit varieties were analyzed using different physicochemical methods, including phenolic and fatty acid composition. Five classification techniques, random forests (RForest), gradient boosted trees (GBoost), Naïve Bayes (NBayes), logistic regression (LRegression) and decision tree (DTree), were applied and their results were compared. The best validation accuracy of 91.7 % was achieved with DT classification through a feature selection procedure using a genetic algorithm (GA). These results demonstrate the effective use of machine learning techniques to rapidly classify different Algerian varieties based on their compositional fingerprints.
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Household air pollution exposure and risk of tuberculosis: a case–control study of women in Lilongwe, Malawi - Jagger, Pamela; McCord, Ryan; Gallerani, Anna; Hoffman, Irving; Jumbe, Charles; Pedit, Joseph A.; Phiri, Sam; Krysiak, Robert; Maleta, Kenneth (BMJ Public Health, 2024)
Introduction Globally, 3–4 billion people rely on solid fuels for cooking, and 1 billion use kerosene to light their homes. While household air pollution (HAP) emitted from burning these fuels has well-established links to numerous health outcomes, the relationship between active tuberculosis (TB) and HAP exposure remains inconclusive. Methods We explore the association between HAP exposure and TB among adult women in Lilongwe’s high-density suburbs using hospital and community-based health data, objectively measured exposure to HAP, and sociodemographic data controlling for individual, household and community-level confounders. Only one other study combines public health, exposure and sociodemographic data to explore the association between HAP and TB. We report results from a case–control study of 377 primary cooks (76 cases; 301 controls) on the association between risk of developing active TB and HAP exposure. We calculate ORs for developing active TB using indicators of HAP exposure including primary fuel used for cooking, cooking location and frequency of kerosene use for lighting, and in a subset of households, by directly measured cooking area and personal exposure to fine particulate matter (PM 2.5 ) and carbon monoxide. Results We are unable to find an association between self-reported cooking with solid fuels and TB in our sample; we do find that increased frequency of kerosene use for lighting is associated with significantly higher odds of TB. Household area PM 2.5 concentration is the only direct HAP measure associated with significantly higher odds of TB. We find that 16.8% of the relationship between TB and kerosene use is mediated by increases in area PM 2.5 . Conclusion Our findings suggest that efforts to reduce the risk of active TB within the home environment should include strategies to reduce or eliminate kerosene, commonly used for lighting and cooking in many low-income country settings.
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The Effect of Geometry Parameters on Daylighting of School Buildings in the Gaza Strip - Jebril, Tawfiq; Chen, Yang; Hamed, Saji; Hajjaj, Aly (2024)
School buildings have a significant potential for daylighting to improve school students’ academic performance in terms of rational, behavioral, and physical aspects; of their education and activities. This paper discusses the role of geometry parameters, including building shape, annual sun exposure (ASE), and spatial daylight autonomy (sDA) of single-sided school buildings in the Gaza Strip, Palestine. The daylighting of five shapes was compared through computer simulations using ClimateStudio software. It has been noted that geometric shapes, such as L, C, H, F, and E-shapes, are the most popular shapes, especially in governmental schools in the Gaza Strip. Results showed that each shape has a different impact on daylighting. The E-shape performed the optimal shape, with 84.5% for sDA and 19.1% for ASE, with various design options to determine the stability of increasing or decreasing the amount of artificial light needed per day. A 40–60% window-to-wall ratio had the optimal daylighting quality performance. However, deeper rooms required a higher window-to-wall percentage to reduce the lighting demand.
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Advancing Renewable Energy Education in Tunisia: Statistical Study for Curriculum Assessment and Proposed Improvements - Jelleli, Taher M.; Chaabane, Mohamed; Alimi, Adel M. (2024)
This document highlights Tunisia’s strategic approach to sustainable energy and the central role of renewable resources in addressing environmental challenges and advancing sustainable development goals.Over the past two decades, Tunisia has pursued energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy sources through initiatives such as the National Energy Strategy, the Tunisia Solar Plan (TSP) and legislative reform. However, Tunisia faces a dual challenge: at the national level, growing demand for energy, especially electricity, and a growing energy trade deficit are putting pressure on national finances.In response, Tunisia is prioritizing a national sustainable development strategy, exemplified by government decrees and strategic plans. The Tunisian higher education system faces a greater challenge: a mismatch between the training provided and the requirements of the socio-economic environment. Given the government’s objective to address the challenges of renewable energy with modern education, there is an urgent need to develop and deploy modern and responsive higher education, relevant to industry needs. As Tunisia moves towards a sustainable energy future, the country has integrated renewable energy curriculum development, new educational approaches and increased collaboration between universities and businesses to its national priorities. The main objective of this document is to support the modernization of Tunisia’s higher education institutions (HEIs) through the development and accreditation of new research programs in the field of renewable energy, in compliance with the international standards and procedures for research programs.
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Evaluation of Pre-service Teachers’ Digital Competence in Limpopo Province, South Africa - Jere, Samuel; Mpeta, Mamotena (e-Bangi Journal of social science and humanities, 2024)
Digital technology can potentially improve the quality of education in rural communities by creating conducive conditions for collaboration among learners, providing interactive learning tools and offering opportunities for personalised learning experiences. The pre-service teachers are a critical human resource in improving the quality of education. Therefore, this study investigated the perceptions of pre-service teachers’ technical, pedagogical, attitudinal and ethical digital competence and their readiness to use digital technologies to enhance their teaching practices in Limpopo Province in South Africa. The theoretical framework that guided the study was the Pedagogical, Ethical, Attitudinal and Technical model (PEAT). This descriptive study used a quantitative approach by employing a cross-sectional survey design. A conveniently selected sample of 123 pre-service teachers participated in the study. The research instrument used to collect data was a Questionnaire of Pre-service Teachers’ Digital Competence. The quantitative data collected were analysed using descriptive statistics. The study's findings were that preservice teachers had positive attitudes towards digital technologies, perceived themselves as having high technical digital competence and perceived ICT use in school as contributing positively to learning. They had lower perceptions regarding their competences in using specific digital technologies in teaching and their knowledge of ethical issues. They had the lowest perceptions in the university's role in preparing them for integrating digital technologies into teaching. These findings underscore the necessity of teacher educators to explore new strategies to enhance student teachers' digital competences.
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Distribution of Atmospheric Pollution in Southern Benin - Joël, Dossou-Gbete Sèdami Codjo; Dominique, Kpadonou; Magloire, GBAGUIDI A. N.; Vitalique, Elegbede; Mickael, Saizonou Kpèssou Virtus; Alassane, Youssao Abdou Karim; Léonce, Dovonon Firmin; Armand, Vodounnon (Open journal of air pollution (Online), 2024)
This study focuses on air quality in southern Benin in order to show public authorities what the Beninese populations are exposed to for efficient decision-making. Two sampling campaigns were carried out, one in the wet period and the other in the dry season. The measurements were taken using a monitor called an "Air Quality Monitor". For data processing, the multiple comparison methods of Dun (1961) and the Wilcoxon test were used. To maintain legitimacy, all spatial data were included in the official cartographic repository of Benin: WGS 1984, Transverse Mercator Universe Projection (UTM), Zone 31 North. The Moran statistic was used to measure the levels of spatial autocorrelation of the variables studied and to test the significance. In order to locate the spatial subsets, the local spatial association indices of Anselin Local Moran and Getis-Ord, Gi* were used. In terms of results, on the 13 monitoring sites and the 8 parameters chosen to determine air quality, we do not note any significant inter-seasonal difference. Of the eight parameters, only three parameters present spatial autocorrelation leading to predictions of ambient air quality over the entire study area based on the distance separating the points, namely, PM2.5, PM10 and ambient air quality index (AQI). The localities affected by atmospheric pollution in South Benin are located in the south-western part of Benin, headed by Cotonou, which is heavily polluted by CO2, TCOV, PM10 and PM2.5.
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General education and training of NDT personnel, including NDT Education at Universities. in South Africa - Johannes, Manfred; Appel, Garth (e-Journal of Nondestructive Testing, 2024)
Following the 16th World Conference in Durban, South Africa, The South African Institute for NDT (SAINT) was mandated to invest the monies made from the WCNDT to establish a professional qualification for NDT personnel. In South Africa, a professional qualification must comply with the national qualification framework (NQF) requirements, which stipulate the rules to assure that qualifications for different occupations are at the same level. For NDT this meant, that the qualifications to ISO 9712 (ISO TC 25107 syllabus) would not suffice to serve as a qualification. There exists a requirement that classroom training, classroom practical training and work integrated practical training should each make up at least 30 % of the work. Anybody who had a look at ISO 9712 will realise that 160 hours of classroom training and 180 days (1080 hours) practical training would not cut it, as the training content for the 1080 hours is not defined in any standard. This state of affairs required the definition (curriculum development) of what has to be taught and how. The paper will elucidate this outcome. Concerning university education in South Africa one has to mention the NDT diploma and advanced diploma in NDT offered by the Vaal University of Technology (VUT). These courses focus on teaching NDT theory across a broad spectrum. Students have to undergo work integrated learning (WIL) and then successfully pass the practical examination at NDT Level II in order to be certificated to perform NDT in line with codes and standards. The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) offer a subject in NDT as part of the applied physics diploma, where the emphasis is on Nuclear Technology and Photonics. At the University of Cape Town (UCT) in the department of mechanical engineering, digital shearography is offered as a research field for master degree studies. They have a well-equipped optical laboratory for this purpose and have manufactured a shearography system which they support and improve on an ongoing basis. At the University Pretoria (UP) the subject Non-destructive Testing was offered at the post graduate degree level, as part of the course work for Asset Integrity Management. Most practical NDT technology development in South Africa is performed in industry at the company’s own costs. Some examples will be mentioned.
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Food Availability, Accessibility, and Climate Change in Africa: Religion as a Transforming Structure-Process - John, Sokfa F. (2024)
Factors such as the chronic hunger challenge in Africa, the exponential rise in the number of Africans needing food as a matter of emergency, the COVID-19 pandemic, the impacts of conflicts, and the worsening climate crisis consistently reveal that food availability and accessibility are primary casualties of Africa's livelihoods vulnerability context. Religious institutions and actors are increasingly involved in the fight against hunger to achieve Zero Hunger by 2030. This involvement, however, appears to be primarily appraised in terms of the social capital of religious communities, entities, and leaders. This makes them a valuable network that is close to the grassroots and effective in the distribution of food interventions as well as the execution of policies and strategies that have been conceptualized and planned at other levels and spaces that rarely include religious institutions and contributions. This approach has limited effectiveness in a context where religion is deeply and extensively embedded in every sphere of private and social life. This chapter probes the potential role that religion in Africa can play in addressing food availability and accessibility. The chapter will focus specifically on climate change as it affects food availability and accessibility and the extent to which religion in Africa can be assessed as a resource or impediment to food availability and accessibility. I use the Sustainable Livelihoods Framework (SLF), particularly the idea of Transforming Structures and Processes (TSP), as an effective framework for reimagining religion in order to best understand its role in food availability and accessibility.
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Teachers’ Characteristics and Academic Performance of Students in Secondary Schools in Calabar South Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria - Johnson, K. Norman (Social Science Research Network, 2024)
ABSRACTThis study examined the influence of teachers’ characteristics on academic performance of students in secondary schools in Calabar South Local Government Area of Cross River State. The independent variables examine were; teacher knowledge of subject matter, teacher gender, teacher age and teacher – self concept while dependent variable is students’ academic performance. To achieve the purpose of the study, four research questions and four research hypotheses were posed and formulated respectively to guide the study. Literature was reviewed based on the variables in the study. The research design adopted for this study was Ex-post facto design. Two hundred fifty (250) JSS2 students in 5 public secondary schools were randomly selected for this study. The instrument used for data collection was a 24-item questionnaire named teacher characteristics Questionnaire (TCQ) constructed by the researcher. The statistical tool for data analysis was One Way Analysis of Variance(ANOVA) which was used for hypotheses one, three and four and Independent t-test statistic for hypothesis two. Each of the hypotheses was tested at .05 level of significance. The findings of the study revealed that there was significant influence of teacher knowledge of subject matter, teacher gender, teacher age and teacher – self concept on the academic performance of JSS 11 students. Based on the findings of this study, it was recommended amongst others that teachers should improve their competence of the subject matter through attending conferences, seminars and workshops of stakeholders in education to enhance students’ academic achievement. Most importantly, an empirical work of this magnitude has proved beyond reasonable doubt that prevalent of teachers’ characteristics influence students’ academic achievement in Cross River State, Nigeria which suggests the way forward.
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Air Pollution and Solid Waste: Promoting Green and Resilient Recovery in Nigeria - Joseph, Enamuthu; Kanu, Ejikeme; Dhesi, Surindar; Kuznetsova, І.; Mahmoud, Saad; Al-Dadah, Raya; Aziz, Andrew N. (2024)
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A qualitative study to explore the immediate effects of cyclone Freddy on vulnerable learners education in Malawi - Kafulatira, Grace (International Journal of Multidisciplinary Comprehensive Research, 2024)
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore and identify effects of Cyclone Freddy on vulnerable learners in the flood prone areas both at primary and secondary school levels. Methodology: This study used a qualitative study method, which depended on mostly secondary data, using online interviews, reviews of online news articles, social media postings and United Nations reports and observations. Data was collected from the most affected areas of Blantyre Urban, Phalombe, Mulanje, Nsanje and Chikwawa districts. Purposive and convenience sampling was applied to the education institutions to get a deeper understanding of the phenomenon. The study also targeted teachers, parents, and students of the affected schools in the districts. The tools for collecting data were questionnaires using face to face interviews, focus group interviews which mostly included observations. Information was coded and participants in this study were assured of for anonymity and confidentiality. Results: The results of the research provide a better understanding of the impacts of cyclones on education systems and possibly give pointers in terms of preparedness of education systems to cope with disasters of the same magnitude in future. Additionally, due to lack of rapid response on Psycho Social First Aid (PFA), a lot of the victims succumbed to trauma and depression. This made the go back to school campaign very difficult especially for the most vulnerable communities. Contribution to theory and practices and policy: The research findings validates the theory of disaster preparedness that exhaust all areas of rapid response as a recovery strategy, such as evacuation, supply of immediate basic needs in the areas of shelter, food, beddings and psycho-social support especially (PFA). The Government (DODMA) through Ministry of Education and other line Ministries, the donor communities and implementing partners should embark on harmonizing efforts for disaster preparedness and recovery strategies to speed up operations. Watt, (2019), suggests that, while it is a requirement to take pro-active measures to put in place realistic strategies for future natural disasters, education should also be taken as a priority in the recovery strategies.
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Cross-Country Document Analysis of Play-Based Learning in Early Childhood Education in Zambia and Beyond - Kalinde, Bibian; Sichula, Noah; Mambwe, Robinson; Kaluba, Collins (Journal of law and social sciences, 2024)
This research examined the incorporation of play-based learning in Early Childhood Education (ECE) policies across Zambia and twenty other diverse countries. Through document analysis, it uncovers commonalities and disparities in play-based learning principles. While both Zambian and global documents emphasise the significance of play in child development, they differ in scope, regional practices, and emphasis on global advocacy and cultural variations. Zambia’s documents highlight specific practices, while global perspectives offer a broader international view. Both stress the multifaceted benefits of play in physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth. In summary, the findings underscored a global consensus on the significance of play-based learning in early childhood education, emphasising its role in holistic child development. Additionally, they highlighted the imperative of recognising cultural diversity and aligning policies with child rights, particularly in the Zambian context. Furthermore, the recommendations were aimed at bolstering the effectiveness of play-based pedagogies in early childhood education. They advocated for celebrating diversity, fostering holistic development, and ensuring the availability of appropriate resources and guidelines to support this approach. These recommendations ultimately seek to enhance the quality of early childhood education in Zambia by embracing cultural diversity, promoting global collaboration, and aligning play-based pedagogies with local and international best practices.
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Exploring Early Childhood Education Teachers' Play-Based Learning Pedagogical Practices in Zambia - Kaluba, Collins; Kalinde, Bibian; fMambwe, Robinson; Sichula, Noah; Njobvu, Naomi (Journal of law and social sciences, 2024)
Although learning takes place throughout life, that which occurs during childhood will never be equaled (UNICEF, 2018). Play is a legitimate right in early childhood (Smith, 2013) and one of the most natural pathways to exploration and learning (Saskatchewan, 2018). However, although play is a legitimate right way of learning in Zambia (MOGE 2013), in practice its implementation varies from school to school (Lungu, 2023). This study explored the play-based pedagogies related to play-based learning of ECE teachers in Zambia and their preparedness to use play as a teaching technique. The study employed a concurrent or convergent parallel mixed-method design. A total of 30 ECE teachers across three districts of Zambia participated in this study. One-to-one interviews were used to collect qualitative data, while structured questionnaires were used to collect quantitative data for the study. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25 was used to generate descriptive statistics while qualitative data was analysed using content analysis. The findings revealed that a considerable portion (83%) of ECE teachers perceived their training as sufficient for teaching using play-based pedagogies, but a notable minority expressed the need for more effective training and support in this regard. Further, the findings revealed that PBL was widely incorporated in ECE in Zambia. Among the commonly employed PBL pedagogical practices, teachers consistently incorporated elements such as games, role plays and dramatic play, storytelling, outdoor activities, individual work, pair work, group work, demonstrations, as well as rhymes and songs. However, the study noted a concern about the connectedness of play activity with the content of the day. It was observed that there was no connectedness between play activities and the content of the day. In addition, learning was not captivating enough as teachers were not so creative in using play as a vehicle to deliver curriculum content to the learners. These findings have crucial implications for the enhancement of ECE in Zambia. They underscore the value of competency, focused Continuing Professional Development programmes, creative teaching approaches, diversification of play activities, and the intentional alignment of PBL with curriculum content.
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Impact of Climate Resilience Approaches on Politically-Induced Human Informal Settlements of Zimbabwe - Karakadzai, Thomas; Mudimu-Matsangaise, Patience; Chirisa, Innocent; Gumbo, Trynos; Makumbe, Terence (2024)
Particularly in informal settlements, climate change has done more harm than good to cities in the Global South. Despite an abundance of research on the impact of climate change on informal settlements in Africa, a startlingly small amount of it looks at how political arrangements have developed into essential elements of methods for fostering climate resilience in these settlements. By investigating the degree to which politically-induced patterns of human settlement in Harare's informal settlements impact local communities' attempts to adapt to climate change, this study seeks to close this gap. The study discovered that how a community reacts to the consequences of climate change is significantly influenced by the politically induced human settlement arrangements—the ruling or opposition blocs—in that particular settlement. GIS, focus groups discussions, key informant interviews, and document analysis were used to uncover this. The success or failure of community-based resilience projects is determined by the political ecology of the neighbourhood, which influences the distribution of power. The study recommends the formation of a grassroots climate alliance as a countermeasure to external solutions from foreign funders and local or central governments that have been biased and ineffectual in addressing climate change vulnerabilities in communities.
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Emotional Intelligence and Indiscipline among Secondary School Students in Kilifi County, Kenya - Karimi, Jane; Kwena, Jacinta Aswani; Anika, Alice (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
Indiscipline among secondary school students has received little research attention in relation to their emotional intelligence level. The main objective of this study was to establish the relationship between emotional intelligence and indiscipline among public secondary school students in Kilifi County. The study was informed by Kohlberg’s theory of Moral development. A Correlational research design was adopted. The independent variables in the study were emotional intelligence and indiscipline target population was all the year 2018 from four students in public secondary schools in Kilifi County. Purposive, simple random and cluster sampling procedures were used in the selection of schools, teachers and students respectively. The study sample size was 279, comprising 145 girls and 126 boys, 6 teachers and two discipline masters. Data was collected using an adapted Schutte Self-Report Emotional Intelligence Test and an indiscipline scale for teachers and students. A pilot study was conducted to enhance the reliability, content validity and construct validity of all the research instruments. The pilot study was also used to ascertain administrative logistics. In the pilot study, 36 from four students from one of the extra-county school participated. Descriptive statistics including frequency distributions, mean of variance and percentages were used to describe sample characteristics. Inferential statistical procedures including Pearson correlation and multiple regression, were used to test study hypotheses at α=0.05. Emotional intelligence showed a strong negative relationship (r=-0.764*) with the students’ indiscipline level. A major recommendation of the study was that teachers, educators and all stakeholders in education should work together to enable the development of emotional intelligence of students to reduce students’ indiscipline levels.
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A Comparison of Attitudes of Teachers towards Students who Stutter in Selected Primary Schools and Colleges in Zambia - Katebe, Bornwell; Tetnowski, John A. (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
Purpose: To establish whether there are differences in attitude of regular education teachers, special education teachers, regular student teachers, and special education student teachers toward stuttering and students who stutter (SWS) in some selected primary schools and colleges of education in the Copperbelt, Luapula, Lusaka, and Muchinga provinces of Zambia. It also sought to determine whether attitudes of teachers differed based on gender, geographic location or educational level. Method: The survey had a random sample of 324 participants who completed the Public Opinion Survey of Human Attributes – Stuttering (POSHA-S) questionnaire. Nonparametric analyses were employed to determine any significant differences among the four groups of teachers surveyed. Findings: Significant differences in attitude toward stuttering and SWS were noted between practicing teachers and student teachers (N = 133 < 191, Mdn = 95.0 < 96.0), U = 9663.500, p = .000., and between special education teachers and regular education teachers (N = 62 < 71, Mdn = 95.0 > 97.0), U = 1526.000, p =.002. However, no significant differences were observed in attitude of teachers based on gender and geographic location except for educational level. Conclusions: Special education teachers have a comparatively positive attitude towards stuttering and SWS than ordinary, mainstream teachers. This is possibly because of the nature of their training and experience of working with learners with special education needs. The implication of this finding is the need to examine training programs for teacher education in order to determine how much content on stuttering student teachers are exposed to. This could, in turn, positively impact the preparedness of teachers to address needs of SWS.
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Perceptions of Undergraduate Female College Students towards the Female Condom: Lessons from Zimbabwe - Katsinde, Tapfuiwa James; Mabvurira, Vincent; Katsinde, Constance S. (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
The aim of the study was to analyse the perceptions of female college students towards the female condom in Zimbabwe. The study was guided by the interaction perceptive. Data was collected using questionnaires. Data was analysed using descriptive statistics. The population of the study were all female students at a university under study. Questionnaires were used to collect data from female students. The study revealed that most of the undergraduate students had high knowledge of female condoms. It also indicated that most students were not sure about the availability of female condoms if they needed them. The study also showed that the majority of undergraduate female students had not used female condoms. It has also shown the respondents regarded female condoms to be important for HIV and pregnancy prevention. Most of the respondents revealed that many discuss with friends on the use of female condoms but would not discuss with relatives. They also pointed that they would encourage their friends to use female condoms if they were sexually active. The majority of respondents believed that there was nothing morally wrong in using female condoms. The study also revealed that undergraduate students felt that abstinence was better than the use of female condoms, while the use of female condoms gave them more control on sexual activity than the use of male condoms. Collectively the results seem to indicate that undergraduate female students have both positive and negative perceptions on the use of female condoms. It is recommended that universities should make the availability of female condoms less arduous so that sexually active female students have access without hassles.
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Content Analysis of Twitter Conversations Associated with Turkey–Syria Earthquakes - Kaur, Harkiran; Kumar, Harishankar; Singla, Abhinandan (2024)
This research study performs content analysis of Twitter discussions associated with the earthquakes that occurred in Turkey and Syria in 2023. The authors investigated the main themes and topics of the discussions, expressed in the tweets. A dataset of tweets related to this topic has been collected using relevant hashtags and keywords. The obtained data has been analyzed using both manual and automated state-of-the-art methods. As the main findings of this study it has been observed that the most common themes in the tweets were expressions of sympathy and solidarity, calls for help and financial support, and news updates about the earthquakes. As per this proposed study, Twitter offers a worthwhile forum for people to express their state of mind and responses to natural catastrophes and may be used to segment information and assembly assistance in the times of need.
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Resources Allocation as an Institutional Determinant of Strategic Plan Implementation in Public Secondary Schools in Kenya. - Kawinzi, Jeremiah Mulinge; Kiilu, Redempta; Mulwav, Janet (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
The study sought to examine the influence of school resource allocation on Strategic plan implementation. The study used a descriptive survey research design. The study targeted 351 public secondary schools, 351 public school principals, 1,404 class teachers and 1,755 academic Heads of Departments from which the sample of 105 principals, 176 academic Heads of Departments and 140 class teachers were derived. The respondents were sampled using stratified sampling technique. A questionnaire and an interview guide were the data collection instruments. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze data. Data was presented by used of frequency distribution tables and pie charts. Pearson’s product moment correlation coefficient and multiple linear regression was used to analyze the inferential data. The set level of hypothesis testing was at 0.05 level of significance. This may be significant to the school Board of Management policy makers in terms of know-how skills formulation, implementation and evaluation of strategic plan. This study found that resource allocation does not influence strategic plan implementation. Based on these findings, the study recommends that; the Government need to provide enough funds at the right time to finance the implementation of the schools’ strategic plan and to ensure schools have enough physical resources, enough human resources, and adequate learning resources. The researcher conducted Hypothesis testing using a multiple regression model at the 5 percent level of significance. The results of hypothesis testing gave a negative coefficient of -0.0168 on resource allocation was realized with a p-value of 0.714 which was not statistically significant at the 0.05 level. . Hence we fail to reject the hypothesis that, resource allocation has no effect on strategic plan implementation. This indicates that, resource allocation does not have a statistically significant effect on strategic plan implementation in public secondary schools in Machakos County.
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Universal Secondary Education, Schooling and Women's Empowerment: Evidence from Uganda - Kazibwe, Douglas; Li, Jinhu (2024)
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Investigating EFL Moroccan University Students’ Level of Intercultural Communication Competence: School of Arts and Humanities Meknes, Morocco. - Kerouad, Amal; Fatmi, Hicham (International Journal of Linguistics and Translation Studies, 2024)
The purpose of the present study was to investigate EFL Moroccan university students’ level of intercultural communication competence (ICC), which is the ability to communicate effectively across cultural interactions, given its importance in the English language teaching (ELT) field especially for graduates. In order to do so, a multi-sectioned questionnaire based on the three-level ICC model proposed by Byram (1997) was administered to a total of 30 conveniently selected EFL Moroccan university students, belonging to the sixth semester of the English major, in Moulay Smail University of Arts and Human Sciences. The questionnaire was designed to tackle students’ ICC knowledge, attitudes, and skills regarding their culture as well as other cultures all in hopes to discover their level of ICC and their readiness to utilize it successfully after graduation. The results revealed that the students possess enough knowledge of their culture as well as the surface-level and deep-level elements of other cultures. Moreover, the respondents displayed positive attitudes of acceptance, openness, appreciation, and respect showing no sign of ethnocentrism or negativity. The students also proved to be skillful when it comes to carrying out intercultural interactions with people from other cultures successfully.
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Statistical assessment of physico-chemical pollution of Sebou river in Mechraa Bel Ksiri, Morocco - Khalid, Farah; Thami, Hraira; Jalal, Ettaki; Khalid, Doumi; Manal, Maaroufi; Belghytı, Driss; Ztit, Ghizlane; Kharrim, Khadija El (AHFE international, 2024)
The pollution of groundwater and surfaces is a major problem around the world. In Morocco due to population growth, industrial, agricultural and climate change the country is currently experiencing water stress (less than 1000 m3 / inhabitant / year) and is expected to experience a water shortage in 2025 (less than 500 m3 / inhabitant / year). In addition, according to the WHO, around 30,000 people per day, approximately 10 million per year, die due to insufficient or poor qualities water supply and deplorable hygienic conditions (WHO, 1977).The Sebou basin is located in the western region of Morocco, which is a very important agricultural area and therefore experiences high pollution. The aim of this study is to carry out an updated survey on the pollution of the Sebou by Urban, Agricultural and Industrial activities. To achieve this objective, several series of samples of the Sebou waters and their physicochemical analyses were carried out (pH, Ca++, Na+, Mg++, Cl-, SO4–, NO3-, BOD5, COD ...).To verify the hypothesis of pollution of the Sebou river by domestic and industrial wastewater and by its tributaries, we compared its physico-chemistry with those of the two main rivers, namely the Oued Beht and the Oued Ouergha. The results show that Oued Sebou is very loaded with salts (10581 µs / cm or 11g / L). On the other hand, the waters of Oued Beht are less polluted by nitrates (14.34 mg / L) and sulphates (51.51 mg / L) but more loaded with Potassium (55.87 mg / L) and Magnesium (107.62 mg / L). Finally, the waters of Oued Ouergha are even cleaner than other rivers.
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Rheumatology Training for Undergraduate Medical Students in Uganda: A Need Assessment Survey - Kibone, Winnie; Nansubuga, Angel Lisa; Okot, Jerom; Buule, Richard; Bongomin, Felix; Kaddumukasa, Mark (Journal of Medical Education and Curricular Development, 2024)
Despite the rise in the common rheumatological and musculoskeletal disorders (RMDs) in Africa, rheumatology remains an under recognized field with limited training and exposure of medical students. We assessed the knowledge of undergraduate medical students in Uganda on RMDs occurring in our settings.A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among clinical year medical students at 9 universities in Uganda offering undergraduate medical degrees in March and April 2022. A self-administered, semistructured questionnaire was used to collect data on sociodemographic characteristics and basic knowledge on RMDs online using KoboToolbox. Sufficient knowledge was defined as a score of ≥50% (pass mark for undergraduate students in Uganda). Multivariable logistic regression was performed using STATA 16 to determine factors associated with knowledge acquisition on RMDs.We enrolled 359 medical students from 9 medical training institutes across Uganda. Overall, 126 (35.1%) participants had sufficient knowledge and the overall mean score for all participants was 41.2%. Factors independently associated with sufficient knowledge were: being in fourth (adjusted odds ratio [aOR]: 2.6, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.49-4.64, P < .001) and fifth year (aOR: 2.2, 95% CI: 1.18-4.18, P = .013) compared to third year of study, awareness of the speciality of rheumatology (aOR: 4.0, 95% CI: 1.96-8.06, P < .001), formal classes on rheumatology (aOR: 2.0, 95% CI: 1.15-3.35, P = .012), prior bedside teaching on RMDs (aOR: 2.3, 95% CI: 1.49-3.69, P < .001), awareness of common RMDs (aOR: 3.2, 95% CI: 1.67-6.04, P < .001), and having seen a patient with an RMD (aOR: 1.8, 95% CI: 1.14-2.77, P < .01).There was a significant knowledge gap among undergraduate medical students nationwide on rheumatology. There is an urgent need to increase exposure to RMDs for undergraduate medical students to address the rising burden of RMDs in Uganda.
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On the Cover: Showcasing China's On-the-Job Training in Rural Africa - Kifyasi, Andrea Azizi (Technology and Culture, 2024)
abstract: The cover of this issue of Technology and Culture illustrates how China implemented—and promoted—on-the-job training in Africa. The image shows a Tanzanian dentist practicing dentistry under the supervision of a Chinese doctor in rural Tanzania, probably in the 1970s. Despite the ineffectiveness of the on-the-job training model, the photograph attempts to project the success of the dental surgery techniques exchanged between China and Tanzania, using simple medical equipment rather than sophisticated medical knowledge. The rural setting reflects the ideological struggle of the Cold War era, when Chinese doctors and rural mobile clinics sought to save lives in the countryside, while doctors from other countries engaged in Cold War competition worked primarily in cities. This essay argues that images were essential propaganda tools during the Cold War and urges historians of technology to use images critically by considering the contexts that influenced their creation.
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Human-Induced Climate Change Increased 2021-2022 Drought Severity in Horn of Africa - Kimutai, Joyce; Barnes, Clair; Zachariah, Mariam; Philip, Sjoukje; Kew, Sarah; Pinto, Izidine; Wolski, Piotr; Koren, Gerbrand; Vecchi, Gabriel A.; Yang, Wenchang; Li, Sihan; Vahlberg, Maja; et al. (2024)
From October 2020 to early 2023, Eastern Africa experienced five consecutive failed rainy seasons, resulting in the worst drought in 40 years. This led to harvest failures, livestock losses, water scarcity, and conflicts, leaving approximately 4.35 million people in need of humanitarian aid. To understand the role of human-induced climate change in the drought, we analysed rainfall trends and the combined effect of rainfall deficit with high temperatures in the Southern Horn of Africa covering parts of southern Ethiopia, southern Somalia, and eastern Kenya. We employed various climate models and observations to assess changes in 24-month rainfall (2021-2022), and seasonal rainfall; both the (March-April-May, MAM) ‘long rains’ and (October-November-December, OND) ‘short rains’ in 2022. We also contextualised the event in terms of vulnerability and exposure to understand how these elements influenced the magnitude of the impacts. Our analysis shows that anthropogenic influence on the combined effects of low rainfall and high evapotranspiration caused by higher temperatures made the drought exceptional, leading to major crop and pasture losses and water shortages. Our results also show a decline in rainfall during MAM and an upward trend during OND, which is attributable to climate change. Despite the wetting trend in OND season, the drought years concluded with successive La Niña conditions, typically linked with below-average rainfall in the region during that season. We do not find a trend in the 24-month precipitation. The assessment on vulnerability and exposure highlights the need for enhanced preparedness of government drought management systems and international aid infrastructure for future severe and prolonged droughts. The study's findings, combined with climate projections that indicate increased heavy precipitation in the region, underscore the pressing necessity for robust adaptation strategies that can address both wet and dry extremes. The impacts of climate change in Eastern Africa necessitate investments in adaptive measures and resilience building that can evolve with emerging climate signals.
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EXAMINING ACHIEVEMENT GOAL ORIENTATION AND SELFCONCEPT AS PREDICTORS OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN MATHEMATICS IN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA - KINGSLEY, EMESI; EKENE, EKENE; ADELINE, ANYANWU; NNE (International Journal of Research in Education Humanities and Commerce, 2024)
Achievement goal orientation and academic self-concept to be considered as adaptive learning behaviours have been a debated in educational psychology research. The study aimed to examine achievement goal orientation, and academic self-concept as predictors of secondary school students’ academic achievement in Mathematics in Anambra State. Four research questions and three null hypotheses guided the study. The study adopted predictive correlational research to provide answers to the research questions and testing of the hypotheses. The population of the study comprised 21204 from which a sample of 750 was drawn. Multi-stage procedure was used to select the sample. Standardized research instruments namely; Achievement Goal Orientation Questionnaire (AGOQ) and Self-Description Questionnaire (SDQ) were used for data collection. Students’ Mathematics Achievement Scores (SMAS) from the state-wide promotion examination were used to represent mathematics achievement. Cronbach’s alpha was used to determine the reliability of the items in the instruments. A reliability index of 0.84, 0.72, 0.86, 0.74 and 0.87, for mastery-approach, mastery-avoidance, performance-approach, performance-avoidance and academic self-concept respectively. The standard multiple regression was used to analyze the collected data. The research question 1 was answered using multiple regression. Research question 2 was answered using unstandardized β. Research question 3 was answered using adjusted R2. Research question 4 was answered using standardized β. The null hypothesis 1 was tested using the Ftest for the regression model. The null hypothesis 2 was tested using a t-test for adjusted R2. The null hypothesis 3 was tested using a t-test for β at a .05 level of significance. Findings showed that students’ achievement goal orientation and academic self-concept scores jointly predicted their academic achievement scores in mathematics. It was indicated that mastery avoidance, and work avoidance, relatively and significantly predicted academic achievement in mathematics, while mastery-approach, performance approach, performance avoidance and academic self-concept do not relatively and significantly predict academic achievement in mathematics. Finally, it was recommended that students should adopt achievement goal orientation and academic self-concept in their learning process since the variable had jointly predicted achievement scores in mathematics.
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Community Perception of Riparian Corridors Ecosystem Services and Implications for Environmental Education in Upper Oueme Catchment in Benin, West Africa - Kinnoumè, Socrate Mercator Dossou; Adomou, Serge; Gouwakinnou, Gérard Nounagnon; Houéhanou, Thierry D. (Open journal of ecology (Online), 2024)
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Seismic Damage Assessment of Under-Construction Industrial Buildings: Insights from the February 2023 Türkiye-Syria Earthquakes - Kırtel, Osman; Aydın, Ferhat; Boru, Elif; Toplu, Elif; Kır, Sedef; Sarıbıyık, Ali; Dok, Gökhan; Akkaya, Abdulhalim; Vural, İsa and Öntürk, Kurban and Kayatürk, Dua and Akgül, Tahir and Akça, Kutalmış Recep and İpek, M. and Sümer, Yusuf and Serdar, Ahmet Hamdi and ARSLAN, Şeymanur and Özden, Abdulkadir and Çağlayan, Semih and Şahin, Şakir and Sarıbıyık, Mehmet and Çeribaşı, Gökmen and Ceyhunlu, Ahmet Iyad (2024)
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Climate change, food security, and diarrhoea prevalence nexus in Tanzania - Kitole, Felician Andrew; Mbukwa, Justine N.; Tibamanya, Felister Y.; Sesabo, Jennifer (RePEc: Research Papers in Economics, 2024)
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Auswirkungen der CO2-Emissionen der Industrienationen auf den Klimawandel in Subsahara-Afrika: Fallstudien aus Südafrika, Nigeria und der DR Kongo (The impact of the industrialized nation's CO2 emissions on climate change in Sub-Saharan Africa: Case studies from South Africa, Nigeria and the DR Congo) - Kohnert, Dirk (Social Science Research Network, 2024)
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The Impact of the Industrialized Nation's CO2 Emissions on Climate Change in Sub-Saharan Africa: Case Studies from South Africa, Nigeria and the DR Congo - Kohnert, Dirk (Social Science Research Network, 2024)
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School electrification and academic outcomes in rural Kenya - Koima, Josephat (Journal of Development Economics, 2024)
Between 2014 and 2016, the number of primary schools with electricity rose from 56% to 94%. Schools in proximity to the grid network were connected to grid electricity, while those located further away received solar photovoltaics. Using this rapid electrification expansion as a source of identifying variation in a panel fixed effects model, the paper estimates the impact on school test scores, enrollment, and completion. Additionally, the paper attempts to quantify the effects of lighting on education performance by relying on the off-grid (solar) electricity coefficients. Using a universe of 8th grade students in public schools in Kenya, the paper finds no evidence that electricity affects test scores or enrollment in the short run. However, off-grid electrification increases completion by 1%. Using off-grid estimates, the paper concludes that lighting has a small positive impact on completion but not on test scores or enrollment. This is an extremely short-term evaluation and in the long-run electrification may have larger impacts.
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How Much Do I Matter? Examining The Perception of Mattering and Marginality of Teacher Trainees in Volti Zone Colleges of Education, Ghana. - Kolamong, Clement Kantam; Eshun, Patrick; Asare, Seth; Degboe, Fred Edinam (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
The study of mattering and marginality has received traction in recent years due to its impacts on students’ educational attainments. Yet, the majority of these studies have been conducted on K-12 and university students, in advanced countries. Sparse literature exists on teacher trainees in Ghana. Using a case study from teacher training colleges in Volti Zone (Volta and Oti Region) of Ghana, and a quantitative approach, this study delves into the nuanced realm of teacher trainees’ perceptions of mattering and marginality within the educational landscape. Focused on understanding the subjective experiences of individuals undergoing teacher training, the research investigates the areas of the college environments to which these aspiring educators perceive their significance in the educational system. The results revealed that generally, teacher trainees perceived high mattering to the six subscales of the college environment except for mattering versus marginality and mattering to tutors, where the students reported high degree of marginalization. By shedding light on these dynamics, the study not only contributes to our understanding of the emotional well-being of teacher trainees but also holds implications for the broader discourse on teacher education, informing strategies to enhance the support structures and sense of belonging for those aspiring to shape the future of education.
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The influence of social learning environment on performance of students with physical disabilities in secondary schools, Tanzania - Kombe, Nicco Abel; Masue, Orest Sebastian (International Journal of Education Arts and Social Issues in Africa, 2024)
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Effects of Speed-Schools in Niger - Kotsadam, Andreas; Kielland, Anne; Jing, Liu (2024)
We evaluate a two-year accelerated education program in Niger by randomizing schools to villages and places in the schools within villages. The program had large effects on education and learning: 183 percent more treated children start lower secondary education (our main educational outcome), they are 121 percent more likely to be literate, and they score 75 percent higher on a numeracy index. We find no indications of spillover effects of the program. In particular, control children in treated villages are very similar to children in control villages at endline. Despite the large effects on educational and learning outcomes we find no effects on any of our other five main pre-registered outcomes: Attitudes toward the appropriate marriage age and gender equality, well-being, religious extremism, or engaging in hazardous work.
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Does Free Primary Education in Cameroon Lead to Composition Effects? - Kouamo, Romuald Landry Nguemkap (2024)
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Understanding drought risk management in vulnerable communities in dryland farming systems: Evidence from northwest Ghana - Kpenekuu, Felix; Antwi‐Agyei, Philip; Nimoh, Fred; Osei, Marian Amoakowaah; Guodaar, Lawrence (International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction, 2024)
Drought intensity and associated risks are increasing in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) with dire implications for sustainable livelihood. Yet, there is a limited comprehensive understanding of the severity of drought risks in dryland farming systems in sub-Saharan Africa including Ghana, where climate change has multiple effects on farming operations. Monitoring episodic droughts is particularly important for developing local-based adaptive interventions to sustainably improve livelihood and food systems. Drawing evidence from Northwest Ghana, this study used a Rainfall Anomaly Index (RAI), Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and Binary Logistic Regression (BLR) to understand drought indices and risks of 40 years (1981–2020), and assess prioritized coping measures and determinants in rural farming communities. The study revealed that farmers in Northwest Ghana have been experiencing severe intermittent drought risks in the last four decades, with extreme episodes observed in 1983 and 1984. Results show that northern Ghanaian households are coping with drought risks using several strategies such as picking edible wild fruit, migration for labour work, remittances from family members and friends, livestock rearing and sale, petty trading, and basket weaving as the key coping measures by households to counteract drought risk. The BLR estimates show that socio-economic variables such as marital status, household size, market access, and farmland size are significant factors that can predict farmers’ coping interventions. The sale of livestock as a buffer to support households rebound from a climate disaster is critical. We suggest that decision-makers and policy-makers mainstream access to social safety schemes in drought-affected locations to sustain local food systems, agricultural biodiversity and livelihoods.
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The influence of context on the implementation of integrated palliative care in an academic teaching hospital in South Africa - Krause, René; Gwyther, Liz; Olivier, Jill (Palliative Care and Social Practice, 2024)
Palliative care (PC) has been integrated to a limited extent in the South African healthcare system. Contextual factors may be a pivotal influence in this integration.This study aims to explore contextual factors that are possibly influencing the integration or lack thereof in an academic teaching hospital (ATH).A mixed-method study was conducted in a large ATH in South Africa.The mixed methods were conducted in parallel and then merged. Findings were integrated to describe the contextual factors influencing PC integration, to develop a timeline of implementation and assess the probable influence of context on the integration process. The mixed-methods phases included a narrative review of published literature related to health systems, integration of health interventions and PC in teaching hospital settings; followed by interviews, documentary and routine data analyses. Semi-structured interviews with purposively sampled participants provided the qualitative data. Primary national, provincial and organizational documents expanded the contextual phenomena and corroborated findings. Routine hospital admission and mortality data was statistically analysed to expand further and corroborate findings. All qualitative data was thematically analysed using deductive coding, drawing from the aspects of the contextual dimensions of integration.Enabling contextual factors for local PC integration were global and local advocacy, demonstrated need, PC being a human right, as well as the personal experiences of hospital staff. Impeding factors were numerous misconceptions, PC not valued as a healthcare priority, as well as limitations in functional elements necessary for PC integration: national and regional political support, leadership at all levels and sustainable financing.The normative and functional contextual aspects interplay at macro, meso and micro levels positively and negatively. How stakeholders understand and value PC directly and indirectly impacts on PC integration. Strategic interventions such as mandatory education are required to ensure PC integration. The health system is dynamic, and understanding the context in which the health system functions is core to the integration of PC. This may assist in developing integration strategies to address PC integration and the transferability of these strategies.How the context influences a new palliative care intervention Palliative care is being integrated in a big hospital in South Africa. However, there are many contextual factors that influence this integration. These factors are both structural aspects like policies, but also how role players’ values and understand of palliative care. It is important to know what these factors are and how these factors influence integration. This study describes the factors and how they influence palliative care integration.
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Riparian-Based Nature-Based Solutions to Climate Change in Transfrontier Components of Botswana and Zimbabwe: Opportunities and Challenges - Kupika, Olga L.; Chanyandura, Admire; Chinyavada, Jonas; Masunga, Gaseitsiwe (2024)
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Assessment of average glandular dose in mammography practice of a teaching hospital in Ghana - Kyei, Kofi Adesi; Anim-Sampong, S.; Ahulu, Eugene Nartey; Antwi, William Kwadwo; Daniels, Joseph P. (The Pan African medical journal, 2024)
Introduction: above the age of 40, women are advised to begin breast examinations and screenings for early detection of breast cancer. The average glandular dose (AGD) provides dosimetric information about the quantity of radiation received by the mammary glands during mammographic exposures. There is, therefore, the need to analyse the radiation dose received by patients presenting for mammography examinations.
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Particulate matter pollution over artisanal crude oil refining areas of Niger-Delta Nigeria: Spatiotemporal analysis, transport modelling and risk assessment - Lala, Mayowa Adeoye; Taiwo, Ajibola Emmanuel; Lawal, Hephzibah Atinuke; Adesina, Olusola Adedayo; Igbafe, Anselm I. (Ain Shams Engineering Journal, 2024)
The increasing rate of particulate matter pollution in Niger-Delta region of Nigeria due to artisanal crude oil refining and other unregulated emission activities is of great concern. This research work therefore quantify particulate matter (PM2.5) level over the Niger-Delta region of Nigeria. Also, backward trajectory and dispersion pattern of PM2.5 over six selected municipal areas within the region were simulated and health risks of PM2.5 exposure were assessed. IQAir satellite-based sensor was used to quantify PM2.5 (hourly) for 61 days (1st November 2022 to 31st December 2022) over the selected areas during the dreadful environmental and health challenged harmattan period. HYSPLIT model i.e Hybrid single-particle Lagrangian integrated trajectory model was used to simulate the trajectory, dispersion pattern and the dispered particulate matter position over the region. Air quality index (AQI) via the updated World Health Organization (WHO) standard was used to evaluate risks associted with PM2.5 exposure in the region. The result showed that the levels of PM2.5 quantified on daily average basis for the region were above the WHO standard. The trajectory models revealed the movement of the similar sourced PM2.5 pollutant and the dispersion model showed that it takes more than 24 hr for any released particulate matter to be fully dispersed. Also, majority of the dispersed particles were located between 0 m and 500 m. Finally, the AQI levels for the period considered ranged from unhealthy for sensitive groups (145.50 μg/m3) to hazardous (425.23 μg/m3) air quality. It can therefore be deduced that the inhabitants of the Niger-Delta region of Nigeria are liable to hazardous health effects over a prolong exposure to the high level PM2.5 in the region. Hence, more robust measures should be put in place to ensure an improved air quality and also to achieve a sustainable future for the Niger-Delta region, where economic growth can coexist with a healthy and pollution-free environment.
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A Systematic Literature Review: Towards Developing a Data Privacy Framework for Higher Education Institutions in South Africa - Latchman, Krithica; Abdullah, Hanifa; Veiga, Adéle Da (2024)
Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) act as custodians of extensive personal information and intellectual property, making data privacy a critical challenge in the digital age. This study conducts a systematic literature review to identify existing data privacy frameworks and guidelines, with a focus on addressing the absence of a customized data privacy framework for South African universities. The research questions guiding this study were: (1) What are the existing data privacy frameworks for institutions across different industries, including higher education institutions (HEIs), beyond South Africa? and (2) What are the key factors to consider in developing a data privacy framework for the higher education sector in South Africa? The study reveals while data privacy frameworks have been developed in various countries, there is a lack of a tailored framework for South African HEIs. The findings of this study will propose factors towards the development of a data privacy framework specifically designed for HEIs in South Africa and considering regulatory context of the country.
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A Framework for STEM Ethics Education in South Africa: Holding Values Paramount - Lategan, L.O.K. (2024)
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The Benefits of Private Participation in Free Secondary Education: Evidence From Education and Labor Market Outcomes in Uganda - Lauterbach, Simeon (Social Science Research Network, 2024)
This paper examines the impact of Uganda's 2007 Universal Secondary Education (USE) policy, which eliminated tuition and registration fees in public and selected private secondary schools that applied to be part of the program. Using a difference-in-differences model, the study demonstrates that female beneficiaries, in particular, completed at least 0.31 more years of schooling and had a higher likelihood of attending secondary school, as well as completing upper secondary education. Moreover, USE increased (skilled) agricultural work and reduced the likelihood of not working, but it did not affect skilled employment. Interestingly, the policy had no effect on public USE-schools, and most educational gains were observed in private USE-schools. If there is any effect on public USE-schools, the likelihood of completing upper secondary education decreased. The results have three important implications: First, they challenge the idea that the public sector should be the main provider of secondary education in a low-income country. In this context, private USE-schools act as a complement rather than a competitor to public USE-schools. Second, when facing resource constraints, it may be more beneficial to subsidize schools that select themselves into the program rather than reducing costs universally. Third, without funding post-secondary education and necessary labor market interventions, the effect of such policies on skilled employment remains limited.
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Predicting the impact of climate change on the potential distribution of a critically endangered avian scavenger, Hooded Vulture Necrosyrtes monachus, in Ghana - Lawer, Eric Adjei (Global Ecology and Conservation, 2024)
Environmental factors, such as climate change and anthropogenic activities, constitute the principal drivers behind the global decline of avian scavengers. In this context, understanding and predicting the impact of environmental factors on species distribution at different geographic scales is essential for identifying priority areas with significant suitable habitats for conservation. Using ensemble Species Distribution Modelling (eSDM) with georeferenced occurrence records from Ghana, this study shows that area of suitable habitats for the critically endangered Hooded Vulture (Necrosyrtes monachus) will decline under specific future climate scenarios (2060, 2080, and 2100). In particular, declines will be much higher and more rapid under fossil-fuelled development (SSP585) than in the middle of the road (SSP245) and sustainable (SSP126) climate scenario pathways, which will experience a relative increase in suitable habitats. Land use (specifically, urban areas/sparse vegetation) and precipitation in the wettest month (bio13) are the most important contributors to Hooded Vulture spatial distribution. eSDM predictions suggest that suitable habitats will contract in the South and shift up North under future climate scenarios. Further, a substantial proportion of suitable habitats (approximately 78%) lie outside the country’s protected area network, with the few represented expected to decline by the turn of the century. The approach of this study and the results appear valuable for identifying, monitoring, and intensifying conservation planning efforts in priority areas by scientists and decision-makers toward the protection of the threatened Hooded Vulture in Ghana.
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Equipped for the Future Model as a tool for harnessing lifelong learning in Ghana and South Africa - Ledwaba, Madumetja Jayson; Adarkwah, Michael Agyemang; Amponsah, Samuel (International journal of smart technology and learning, 2024)
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Assessing online sexual exploitation among secondary school students in Tanzania from a routine activity theory perspective - Li, Jessica C. M.; Jia, Cindy Xinshan; Mlyakado, Budeba Petro (Child Abuse & Neglect, 2024)
In this study, we first assessed whether four routine activity theory (RAT) variables (Internet exposure, target suitability, proximity to offender, and guardianship) determine Tanzanian adolescents' online sexual exploitation (OSE). Second, we identified two types of guardianship that moderate the relationships between these variables and adolescents' OSE. Third, we assessed the moderating effect of locality (rural area) on the relationships among the RAT variables and OSE. Our analysis was based on a stratified random sample of 1014 secondary school adolescents aged 12–20 years (M = 15.67; SD = 1.35) recruited from urban and rural regions of Tanzania. We used Poisson regressions to test the main effects of the RAT variables and the moderating effects of two types of guardianship and locality on OSE. We found that OSE increased with the suitability of the respondents and with online exposure. Social guardianship had a moderating effect on OSE by reducing the positive influence of target suitability. Living in a rural area also had a moderating effect on OSE through reinforcing the effect of proximity to potential perpetrators in cyberspace. RAT can effectively increase our understanding of the OSE of minors in Tanzania. Furthermore, social rather than physical guardianship can mitigate the risk factors of OSE.
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Challenges facing the implementation of fee-free education in primary schools in Tanzania - Lucumay, Lucia Samwel; Matete, Rose Ephraim (Heliyon, 2024)
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Student Politics in Africa in the Twenty-First Century - Luescher, Thierry M. (2024)
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Exploring Mechanical Engineering Equipment at TVET Colleges in South Africa, Towards Integrating Virtual and Cyber-Physical Learning - Lukhele, B.N.; Laseinde, Opeyeolu Timothy (Procedia Computer Science, 2024)
Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges are career-focused educational institutions designed to equip students with lifelong technical skills thereby contributing significantly to economic growth. The purpose of this study was to investigate mechanical engineering equipment in three TVET colleges in three South African provinces. The three provinces included in the study were Gauteng, Limpopo, and Free State. The equipment was investigated in an effort to integrate virtual and cyber-physical learning. The research utilized interviews with campus managers and senior lectures on Engineering and Related Design (ERD) to acquire data. A structured questionnaire was also distributed to former ERD students who are currently employed in the mining industry. The equipment of TVET colleges was contrasted to that of the mining industry. According to the research, TVET college equipment is outdated and inadequate, and their practical assessments are not routinely updated. The colleges do not yet have a virtual and cyber-physical learning system in existence, but preparations have been made. However, no intentions for the practical portion of the studies using virtual systems have been considered. The study affirms the need for virtual learning, Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies to help students learn about current technology equipment used in the mining industry, as well as to provide sufficient time for practical learning.
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Influence of Social Media Utilization on the Self-Esteem and Academic Achievement of Secondary School Students in South Ethiopia - Madoro, Derebe (Public health open access, 2024)
Background: Secondary school students spend most of their time on social media sites chatting with friends and less time studying, resulting in lower grades. Today’s younger generation is hooked on social media, which has put increased pressure on adolescents. Therefore; this study aimed to investigate effect of social media use on academic achievement and self-esteem of high school students in south Ethiopia. Method: A cross sectional survey design was applied. Systematic random sampling technique was used. The data was analyzed by using descriptive (mean, standard deviation, percentage) and inferential statistics(R square, independent t-test and ANOVA). Multiple regression analysis was conducted. Result: The findings of this study revealed that, Intensity of Social media utilization has a statistically significant influence on self-esteem (p=0.46) and no a statistically significant influence on academic achievement (p=.904). Extent of Social media utilization has significant difference (M=52, SD=.501) and (M=58, SD=.494) among study participants. There were negative relationship(r=-.107) between self- esteem and academic achievement among study participants. There were statistically significant difference between mean score of social media utilization (M=65.73, SD =3.292, N=152) (M=65.97, SD=3.950, N=67) and M =.-716, t (152) , p =.0828, and M =.-716, t (67) =, p =.073) self-esteem regarding to male and female among study participants. Conclusion: This implies that the finding shows that there is significant influence in social media utilization on self-esteem and academic achievement of secondary school students’. This indicates that stockholders should take responsibility to handle the students’ from the problems of technological gadgets.
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Toward the design of a tailored training course for birth assistance: an Ethiopian experience - Maglio, Sabina; Tamirat, Selamawit; Tesfaye, M.; Wolde, Melaku; Tognarelli, Selene; Menciassi, Arianna; Facci, Enzo (The Pan African medical journal, 2024)
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Drought-Flood Coexistence: Risk Perception and Adaptation of Urban and Rural Households in Southwest Madagascar - Mahamba, Jonathan Ahadi; Kapiri, Moïse Musubao; Baga, Amédée Wendzoodo; Randrianandrasana, Lila Norolalaina; Longueville, Florence De (2024)
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Relationship between Counselor’s Services Provision and Help-seeking Behavior among Secondary School Students in Laikipia County, Kenya - Maina, Caroline; Mugambi, Doyne Kageni; Wawire, Chrispus (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between counselor’s services provision and help-seeking behavior among secondary school students in Laikipia County, Kenya. Fishbein and Ajzen’s theory of Reasoned Action anchored this research. The researcher utilized correlational research design. The target population of this study consisted of form three students only from three categories of schools (boys boarding, girls boarding and mixed day schools) which make a total of 28 public secondary schools. The sample size of the study was 310 form three students from 10 schools. The researcher used two instruments to collect data from form three students. A pilot study was carried out to ascertain the validity of the instrument. Quantitative data gathered through a questionnaire were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results indicated that there was a moderate positive correlation between counselor’s services provision and help-seeking behavior among the students, r (290) = .29, p < .05. The study recommends that teachers should sensitize students on the importance of counsellors to build a positive perception of school counselors to enhance help-seeking behavior among the students. There is a need for the students to be encouraged to seek help whenever they are faced with challenges to reduce cases of problem behavior in schools.
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Changing the mindsets? Education and the intergenerational spread of tolerance for physical violence against women in Zimbabwe. - Makate, Marshall; Nyamuranga, Chamunorwa (Economics and Human Biology, 2024)
We investigate the relationship between childhood exposure to interparental violence and adult tolerance for violent beliefs against women. For individuals who have witnessed parental violence, our analysis suggests a 14.3 to 15.2 percentage point (pp) increase in tolerance, highlighting the transmission of beliefs across generations. Leveraging Zimbabwe’s 1980 education reform as a natural experiment through a regression discontinuity design, we explore the potential of increased education to disrupt this intergenerational transmission. The reform led to an approximately two-year increase in female education, with a more pronounced impact in rural areas. This educational boost is associated with an estimated 4.1 to 7.9 pp reduction in tolerance for violence, especially among those who witnessed parental violence in childhood. We identify four primary mechanisms contributing to this reduction in tolerance: enhanced access to information, increased help-seeking behaviours, improved labour market outcomes, and higher educational levels among partners. Our findings underscore the effectiveness of targeted educational policies in low-income contexts like Zimbabwe in interrupting the generational transmission of tolerance for violence against women. Importantly, our findings underscore the potential of education-based interventions in addressing violence against women in low-income countries.
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Unforeseen Effects of the Post-Provisioning Model in Principal’s Administrative Roles in South African Public Schools - Makhoba, Mr. Freddie. F.; Moodley, Prashini (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
This study aims to investigate the effects of the Post-Provisioning Model in the management of public secondary schools in the King Cetsh wayo district of Kwa Zulu-Natal province in South Africa. Apart from previous studies on PPM, this investigation was conducted quantitatively to present numerical data. Since the study presented numerical data, this study was found grounded in the positivist paradigm. The literature findings reveal that school principals experience poor strategic management, lack of capacity-building workshops, poor filling of vacant posts; failure to manage educator job satisfaction, late admission of learners, and poor redeployment processes of educators. Empirical findings of this study also confirm such effects of PPM which threatens school management roles. The paper concludes by the submissions that there is a need to revise PPM implementation to address challenges and support the management roles of school principals. Moreover, there is a need to incapacitate school managers regarding the management of PPM for its effective implementation.
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Students perspectives on proctoring mobile applications for assessments: the case of South Africa - Makoza, Frank (International Journal of Technology Enhanced Learning, 2024)
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Factors Influencing Utilization of ICT Facilities in Teaching and Learning of Agricultural Sciences. (A Case Study of Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania) - Makundi, Zungu R.; Rutatora, Prof. Deogratias F.; Kidudu, Joshua S. (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
This study investigated the factors influencing utilization of ICT facilities in teaching and learning of agricultural sciences at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), Tanzania. A descriptive survey design was adopted in this study; and a mixed research approach was employed whereby, a questionnaire with a reliability of 0.83 and interview schedule checklist were used for data collection. Data were collected from the College of Agriculture (CoA) at SUA involving a sample population of 65 instructors, 4 Heads of Department and the Head of ICT services who were all purposively selected. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, content analysis and binary logistic model. The findings revealed that institutional factors such as the availability and accessibility of ICT facilities, and technical support influence instructors toward using ICTs in teaching and learning processes. The findings also revealed that, personal factors such as instructors’ positive attitude, sex, age and teaching experience play significant roles in influencing ICT utilization at the university. The study findings also point out that inadequacy of ICT facilities, slow internet connectivity, unreliable power supply, inadequate ICT infrastructures, lack of in-service training, problems of handling large classes, inadequacy of ICT manpower/ technical support, and lack administrative support i.e. provision of funds as challenges that deter instructors from utilizing ICTs. Among other things, it was recommended that, the university should strive to address the existing challenges by at least ensuring alternative source of power is installed, ensuring regular training of instructors is organized and adequate ICT infrastructures are available at the university.
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Subsurface Interconnection Beneath the Mio-plio-quaternary Volcanoes of the Ain Leuh Causse (Middle Atlas, Morocco): Structural Framework and Emplacement Mechanisms - Mali, Brahim; Elabouyi, Mustapha; Driouch, Youssef; Ntarmouchant, A.; Dahire, M.; Santos, Telmo Bento dos; Mehdi, Jeddi El; Smaili, Moulay Hachem; Ntarmouchant, Nahla; Laguenini, Fouzia; Belkasmi, Mohammed (2024)
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Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Climate Change and Food Security: Perspectives from Bungoma County, Kenya - Mamati, King’asia; Omare, Simon Gisege (2024)
Climate change impacts food security in different parts of the world, including Africa, which is extremely vulnerable. In Kenya, over 80% of the population relies on rain-fed agriculture. Variability of climate change, such as unpredictable and sparse rainfall, temperature increase, floods and prolonged drought influences food security. Intermittently, Kenya faces severe hunger due to extreme prolonged drought conditions especially in arid and semi-arid areas. This chapter draws data from primary and secondary sources of data on climate change, indigenous knowledge systems and food security in Africa. It seeks to answer the question on how indigenous knowledge systems can be used to promote food security in places where we have varied climatic patterns. This chapter argues that the revitalization of indigenous knowledge is vital in promoting food security. The chapter is in line with the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2, which seeks to achieve zero hunger, food security, improved nutrition and promotion of sustainable agriculture. It maintains that, during Kenya's precolonial period food production and nutrition heavily relied on indigenous knowledge to safeguard the well-being of the individual and the community. These indigenous knowledge systems have declined due to colonialism, modernity and commercialization of food. The chapter recommends that, if indigenous knowledge systems can be maintained, they can help in promoting food security and food sovereignty since they are readily accepted by the local communities. The chapter advances arguments that deal with food security in order to promote a food-secured nation. Data from this chapter is essential to researchers and policy makers in food security and climate change.
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Exploring School Readiness and Transition Dynamics: Enablers and Disablers in Early Childhood Education Programmes of Zambia - Mambwe, Robinson; Phiri, Davies; Kalinde, Bibian; Sichula, Noah; Kaluba, Collins (Journal of law and social sciences, 2024)
This qualitative study investigated the complex issues and dynamics associated with the transitions in early childhood education (ECE) within Kabwe, Kapiri, and Choma districts of Zambia. Utilising an exploratory methodology, the research thoroughly explored the various factors that impacted school preparedness and the progression from early childhood education to primary schools. Diverse perspectives from parents, educators, community leaders, and legislators were examined through in-depth interviews, focus groups, and participant observations. The results of this study shed light on several significant factors such as limited parental involvement arising from knowledge gaps and financial constraints, digital inequality affecting children’s adaptability, and the absence of well-structured transition programmes leading to mismatches in instructional approaches. Thematic analysis reveals nuanced insights, emphasising the crucial role of digital inclusion initiatives, programmes promoting parental engagement, and collaborative efforts between ECE institutions and primary schools.
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Serious Game for Teaching Fundraising to Small Enterprises in South Africa - Mangole, Susan; Ade-Ibijola, Abejide (Social Science Research Network, 2024)
This paper explores the instrumental role of serious games in leveraging the fundraising skills of financially distressed small firms with a history of recording high funding rejection rates from mainstream financial firms. The use of serious games to drive highly contextualized and situation-specific learning experiences is not a new phenomenon. Instead, both the teaching effect and pedagogical value of serious games are widely acknowledged across the globe. Zhonggen (2019), Garneli, Giannakos, and Chorianopoulos (2017) insist that using serious games as a pedagogical tool of choice makes it possible to impart vital skills in a learning atmosphere that is not only highly interactive and entertaining but that also fosters problem-solving and critical thinking skills. To gauge the pedagogical effect, a quiz game codenamed BUSPro Quiz was designed using the design science research (DSR) method. The playing experiences of the 22 players who pilot-tested the quiz were evaluated using a structured questionnaire. Using purposive sampling to select the players, the researchers used their discretion to choose only fit-for-purpose players. Most players felt that apart from enriching their fundraising knowledge, the quiz game positively affected their pitching behaviors and attitude. Although the study reaffirmed the quiz game's positive pedagogical effect, there is a need to fine-tune its interactive and entertainment features to maximize engagement and interface experiences. However, the quiz game effectively laid the foundation on which its education content can be fortified and enhanced.
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Acquisition of Cadavers for Anatomy Education and Research in Malawi - Manjatika, Arthur Tsalani; Davimes, Joshua G.; Mwakikunga, Anthony (Annals of Anatomy - Anatomischer Anzeiger, 2024)
The use of human cadaveric dissection forms an essential part of teaching anatomy to health sciences students in Malawi. Despite worldwide struggles in acquiring sufficient human cadavers for anatomy education, the current recommendations on the best anatomy practices require the use of cadavers exclusively from the body donation programs. The current study aims to describe the sources of cadaveric bodies used for anatomy education in the Malawian context and reflect on the feasibility of using cadavers from the body donation program only.A retrospective audit of the cadaveric records for the 2006-2022 academic years at the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences was done. The perceived challenges when sourcing the cadavers were identified and described based on the authors experiences in Malawi.The majority (97.3%) of the cadavers used between 2006 and 2022 were unclaimed bodies. The mean age of the cadavers was 45 years. Most (95.6%) of the unclaimed bodies were males. All the unclaimed bodies were sourced from hospitals. The body donation program in Malawi was patronized by populations of European descent only. Strongly held sociocultural and religious beliefs as well as economic reasons were perceived as significant barriers to acquiring cadavers of the indigenous Malawians through the body donation program.Cadavers for anatomy education in Malawi are mainly from unclaimed bodies, similar to other African countries. The authors support the transition from using "mostly unclaimed bodies (and, less often, body donation)" to using "mostly body donation (and, less often, unclaimed bodies)" through awareness campaigns that are targeted to address the prevailing challenges.
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Forestation and Sustainable Climate Change: A Call for a National Forest Act in Nigeria - Mantu, John Ishaku; Dawap, Paul (Social Science Research Network, 2024)
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Techniques Used by Teachers in Teaching Literacy and Numeracy in Selected Primary Schools in Kongwa District, Tanzania - Masenje, Zilpa Graceford; Charles, Muweesi; Ochieng, Mary A.; Namagero, Tendo Shira; Musinguzi, Faith Mbabazi (Research and Advances in Education, 2024)
The study investigated techniques used by teachers in the teaching of literacy and numeracy in selected Primary Schools in Kongwa District. It examined the factors that contribute to pupils’ inadequate literacy and numeracy skills. A cross-sectional survey research design, with a sample size (N=95) was used. Simple Random Sampling and Census Inquiry techniques were adopted. Quantitative data were analyzed using SPSS and the Qualitative data were analyzed using the verbatim method. The study findings suggested that there were literacy and numeracy issues in these particular Primary Schools since most of the Teachers lacked the skills needed to impart these abilities the majority of the Teachers never used the brainstorming technique, and others never used cooperative learning to teach literacy and numeracy. Likewise, few of these teachers’ use playing games as a technique for teaching literacy and numeracy. The study concluded that the majority of the teachers never used brainstorming, cooperative learning, and the use of play games as techniques to deliver lessons to learners. The study recommends retraining Teachers, employing teachers who have qualifications and cooperative teaching.
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Religion, Climate Change, and Food Security in Africa - Maseno, Loreen; Chitando, Ezra (2024)
There is a growing realization that the earth is clearly warming at a worrying pace. Goal 13 of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) indicates that climate change is an existential crisis, while Goal 2 seeks to achieve Zero Hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture. Climate change has far-reaching effects for agriculture and other livelihood activities which ensure the availability, suitability, distribution, and accessibility of food. In the midst of the war in Ukraine and its ripple effect on food prices, it is therefore urgent to interrogate how and to what extent religion in Africa serves as a resource (or confounding factor) in responding to Sustainable Development Goals 13 (action on climate change) and 2 (achieve Zero Hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture). The themes in this book are approached from diverse disciplinary and methodological angles to cover four main aspects: first, to probe the potential role of religion in Africa in accelerating the achievement of these two SDGs. Second, to problematize the influence of religion and the challenges it poses toward responding to the climate emergency and the elimination of hunger in Africa. Third, to approach the religions of Africa in their plurality, guaging their strategic significance in light of the two emergencies. Fourth, to probe religious teachings, practices, personalities, and institutions in Africa in the wake of SDGs 13 and 2 as they wrestle with the interplay among religion, climate change, and the dimensions of food security in Africa.
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Unravelling the Path: Assessing Compliance and Impact of Accounting Education in Libya with IES 3 Standards on Students' Academic Performance - Masli, Abdulhakim M.; Alfatiemy, Mohamed; Elshahoubi, Ismail; Elheddad, Mohamed (Social Science Research Network, 2024)
Purpose: This study aims to investigate the extent of compliance of university accounting programs in Libya with the International Education Standard (IES 3) and the extent of the impact of the skills included in programs of accounting education in Libya aligned with IES 3 requirements on students' academic performance, and then to identify factors that can hinder the implementation of professional skills in accounting education in Libya.Design/methodology/approach: A questionnaire was prepared and circulated among accounting graduates from public universities in Libya. A total of 116 usable responses were received from many of these universities. An exploratory factor analysis based on a pairwise polychoric correlation matrix was carried out to validate the scale. Also, it applies the regression analysis for a robustness check.Findings: The findings indicate that the skills included in accounting education programs in Libya partially comply with the instructions of IES 3 (Intellectual, Interpersonal and Communication, Personal, and Organizational). They provide empirical evidence that the accounting education program in Libya is a partial tool for implementing professional skills in accounting education in Libya. The findings of this study also show that there is no statistically significant relationship between the skills included in programs of accounting education in Libya aligned with IES 3 requirements and the performance of students academic.Practical implications: Findings may help the government, higher education officials and accounting faculty members in Libya to pay more attention to accounting education to improve its effectiveness and meet the requirements of IES 3. Therefore, it fills an information gap in the accounting literature by investigating university accounting programs and their compliance with IES 3 in Libya, a context that is still poorly understood.Originality/value: Little is known about accounting education in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) countries, where the literature shows that little research has been conducted on accounting students in the countries of this region, particularly in Libyan universities.
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The influence of social learning environment on performance of students with physical disabilities in secondary schools, Tanzania - Masue, Orest Sebastian; Kombe, Nicco Abel (International Journal of Education Arts and Social Issues in Africa, 2024)
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Prevalence of Induced Abortion among Female Students in Selected Tertiary Learning Institutions in Gaborone City, Botswana - Masweu, Mabole; Owaka, Isaac Ogweno; Kipkalom, Rosebella (International journal of clinical medicine (Print), 2024)
Induced abortion signifies that pregnancy has been tempered with. Abortion is the removal of an embryo or fetus weighing less than 500 grams from its mother. It can either be spontaneous (unprompted) or induced. Abortion remains one of the leading causes of maternal deaths in developing countries with induced abortion being the key cause. In 2014 from January to August, 9 abortion related deaths occurred in Botswana. There are several reasons female students in tertiary institutions resort to seeking induced abortion which include the socio-demographics like age and socio-economic factors like financial instability. Parental fears, unintended pregnancy and pressure from the partner also force females to terminate pregnancy. Induced abortion has claimed many women's lives especially in developing countries with very restrictive abortion laws like Botswana as women do not access safe abortion care services. The study intends to establish the determinants of induced abortion among female students in selected tertiary learning institutions in Gaborone City, Botswana. It concentrated primarily on determining the prevalence of induced abortion. This was a descriptive cross-sectional study using both quantitative and qualitative data collection techniques. Systematic random sampling technique was used to come up with 278 participants. Prior to commencement of data collection, all ethical and logistical prerequisites were satisfied. Informed consent was solicited from all the study participants and the purpose of the study was fully explained. A self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data. Microsoft Excel spread sheet was used to code, clean, and enter the data, which was then exported for analysis to the statistical package for social sciences version 24. Frequency distribution tables, percentages graphs, and pie charts were used to illustrate the descriptive information. The study revealed that prevalence of induced abortion among female students in Gaborone City is 7.9%. They even suggested that induced abortion be liberalized. Age was the only socio-demographic factor associated with induced abortion with p = 0.047 using Chi Square test χ2 = 7.609, df = 3. The study findings concluded that female students resort to induced abortion as a result of pressure from both parents and male partners especially when the pregnancy is unintended. The study recommends that the abortion law in Botswana be made liberal to ease access to safe abortion care services. It also recommends that contraceptive commodities should consistently be available in public health facilities.
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Land Use Planning for Climate Change Adaptation in Secondary Cities: Insights from Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe - Matamanda, Abraham R.; Chanza, Nelson; Nyamugadza, Edwin; Chinozvina, Queen L. (2024)
Climate change is no longer a myth but a reality that requires urgent mitigation and adaptation strategies to curtail its devastating impacts. In urban areas, land use planning plays a critical role in shaping the future of towns and cities, and the same applies with regard to integrating climate change strategies to create inclusive, sustainable, safe, and resilient secondary cities. This study examines the challenges confronting the employment of land use planning strategies aimed at promoting adaptation to climate change in secondary cities in Africa. Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe, is used as a case study. Primary and secondary data sources inform this study, where data was collected through the review of policy documents and interviews with key informants. The study reveals that land use planning in Chinhoyi has yet to integrate climate change adaptation, as is evident from the sprawling of the town. The land use planning process fails to acknowledge the realities of climate change, as is evident from the lack of institutionalisation of climate issues at the local level. We conclude that the existing disconnect between land use planning and climate change adaptation largely emanates from lack of skills, technology, funds, and personnel in the milieu of limited understanding of climate change.
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Drought Occurrence and Community Perceptions in the Upper Ewaso Ng’iro Basin, Kenya - Mati, Bancy Mbura; Karithi, Amos; Kimaiyo, June (OAlib, 2024)
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Where will pediatric praziquantel be needed in Tanzania? Geographical variation in prevalence, and risk factors of Schistosoma mansoni in pre-school aged children in southern and north-western Tanzania - Mazigo, Humphrey D.; Ambrose, Emmanuela E.; Mwingira, Upendo (Parasite Epidemiology and Control, 2024)
Pediatric schistosomiasis has been recognized as a public health concern in schistosomiasis endemic areas of sub-Saharan Africa, including Tanzania. However, there is limited epidemiological information relating to pediatric schistosomiasis in Tanzania. Therefore, this current focused on assessing the geographical prevalence of S. mansoni infection and its associated risk factors in pre-school children (PreSAC) in southern and north-western Tanzania. A total of 1585 PreSAC aged 1–6 years were enrolled in a cross-sectional study. A single urine and stool sample were obtained from each child and processed using point-of-care circulating cathodic (POC-CCA) antigen and Kato Katz (KK) technique. The overall prevalence of S. mansoni infection based on KK technique and POC-CCA test were 18.6% (95%CI:16.7–20.6) and 28.3% (95%CI:26.1–30.6), respectively. The overall geometrical mean eggs per gram of faeces was 110.38epg (95% CI:97.3–125.3). The age group 4–6 years had the highest prevalence (P < 0.01) of S. mansoni in both diagnostic tests and infection intensity (t = −2.8398, P < 0.005) using KK technique. On multivariable analysis, only Ukerewe district was associated with S. mansoni infection based on KK technique (aOR = 2.8 (95%CI:2.1–3.9), P < 0.001). Based on POC-CCA test, age group (4–6 years), aOR = 1.7, 95%CI:1.3–2.2, P < 0.001), Nyasa (aOR = 6.2, 95%CI:3.0–12.5, P < 0.001), Geita (aOR = 4.2, 95%CI:2.1–8.2, P < 0.001) and Ukerewe (aOR = 28.9, 95%CI:15.0–55.8, P < 0.001) districts remained independently associated with S. mansoni infection. Schistosoma mansoni is a public health concern among PreSAC in the study districts and its prevalence varies from one geographical setting to another. These findings strongly support the need to include pre-school aged in preventive chemotherapy.
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The Use and Challenges of ICT in Primary Schools: A Study of Selected Primary Schools in Ilala, Tanzania. - Mbawala, Julius Jonas; Lestari, Slamet (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
The advancement of science and technology has led to profound changes in human life. The educational system, in particular, has greatly benefited from global progress, especially with the introduction of ICT. Today, teachers and students enjoy convenient access to vast information and resources through various technological tools like computers, tablets, smartphones, projectors, and online platforms. These developments have created opportunities for interactive and personalized learning experiences. In Tanzania, like other countries, ICT has been integrated into the education system. This study aimed to explore teachers’ knowledge and understanding of ICT utilization and its integration in classrooms and the challenges encountered during implementation Deliberating to the objectives of this research, the design of this study is descriptive quantitative research using questionnaires to gather insights. The findings indicate that; teachers possess a certain level of ICT proficiency, enabling them to incorporate it into both their classrooms and daily lives. However, obstacles such as inadequate availability of ICT devices, unreliable internet connectivity, insufficient technical support, and a lack of professional training programs were identified as hindrances to the process. Based on these findings, the study provides recommendations for individuals, school administrators, and the government to ensure the successful integration of ICT in education.
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The application of the technology acceptance model (TAM) to determine students intention to adopt online teaching and learning in South Africa - Mbedzi, Thanyani; Makhitha, Khathutshelo (International Journal of Education Economics and Development, 2024)
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Endoscopic Internal Urethrotomy in the Treatment of Male Urethral Stenosis in the Urology-Andrology Department of KARA Teaching Hospital (Togo) - Mbuya, Musapudi Éric; Sikpa, Komi Hola; Sewa, E.V.; Agbedey, Messan Semefa; Botcho, Gnimdou; Tengué, K; Kpatcha, Tchilabalo Matchonna (Open Journal of Urology, 2024)
Introduction: Endoscopic internal urethrotomy (EIU) is a method for stricture opening using transurethral incision by direct visualisation of the urethral channel, resulting in a widening of the urinary canal with the aim of improving the quality of bladder emptying. The aim of the study was to evaluate the indication and results of EIU in the treatment of stenosis of the male urethra in the Urology-Andrology Department of Kara Teaching Hospital. Methodology: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study with retrospective data collection in the Urology-Andrology department of Kara Teaching Hospital. It involved 21 records of patients with urethral stenosis treated by endoscopic internal urethrotomy (EIU) in the said department during the period from January 2021 to September 2023. The following variables were evaluated: age, circumstance of discovery, site, length, number, etiology of the urethral stenosis and evolution of the patients. Results: The mean age of the patients was 59.2 ± 11.7 years. Infectious etiology of stenosis was predominant with 10 patients (47.6%) followed by trauma with 5 cases (23.8%). The bulbar urethra was the most frequently observed site, with 11 cases (52.4%). The length was mostly less than 2 cm in 12 patients (57.1%). Stenosis was unique in 14 patients (66.7%). The mean postoperative follow-up time was 3.2 months. The result was immediately better in 11 patients (52.4%) and it was poor in 8 patients (38.1%) who required maintenance dilation sessions.
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Assessment of the Climate Change Impact on Broiler Chickens in Northern Tunisia - Melki, Mohamed Nejib El; Ayemen, A; Moueddeb, Khaled El; Khlifi, Slaheddine (Brazilian Journal of Poultry Science, 2024)
Climate change continues to influence global ecosystems, raising concerns for livestock.This study assesses the impacts of climate change on broiler chickens in northern Tunisia, focusing on well-being and mortality rates during summer.Historical data from the NRMCM5.1 and MPIESM1.2 models, were utilized, covering 1970 to 1997.Projections for 2041-2070 under the RCP4.5 and RCP8.5 emissions scenarios were examined, providing insight into future challenges.The Temperature-Humidity Index (THI) and Temperature-Humidity-Velocity Index (THVI) served as thermal comfort indicators.The research utilized temperature and relative air humidity data from two models and scenarios (RCP4.5 and RCP8.5) as inputs for the DCP system, thus evaluating comfort parameters (THI and THVI).The analysis involved calculating annual temperature and humidity averages at the system's output for each grid and region.Historical and projected data were employed to assess mortality levels by identifying heatwave periods, which had an average duration of 2.7 consecutive days with THI exceeding 30.6°C.The analysis showed significant increases in THI and THVI in the RCP8.5 pessimistic scenario, indicating a risk of heat stress.Mortality rates were used as a measure of the vulnerability of the poultry industry to climate change, and the projections showed substantial average increases of 2.2°C for THI and 1.5°C for THVI..The RCP4.5 and RCP8.5 scenarios predicted an increase in mortality for the period 2041-2070, with averages increasing from 0.8 to 1.3 for RCP8.5 and from 0.6 to 1.1 for RCP4.5, highlighting the need for adaptation strategies to ensure sustainability in poultry farming.
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Traditional homegardens change to perennial monocropping of khat (Catha edulis) reduced woody species and enset conservation and climate change mitigation potentials of the Wondo Genet landscape of southern Ethiopia - Mellisse, Beyene Teklu; Tolera, Motuma; Derese, Ararsa (Heliyon, 2024)
Smallholder farmers in the Wondo Genet were forced to switch from long-standing, diverse traditional home gardens to monoculture khat production due to increasing population pressure-induced farmland constraints. The composition of woody species and the biomass carbon stock are thought to drop as homegardens transition from polyculture to monoculture; however there is little quantitative evidence to support this claim. This study was started to assess the effects on woody species, enset, and biomass carbon of converting traditional homegardens to a fast spreading perennial monocropping of khat (Catha edulis Forskal). In 10 m × 10 m (100m2) plots from 43 farms with neighboring land use patterns for each homegarden and khat, woody species and enset were inventoried, the total number of tree, shrub, and enset species counted, as well as the height and diameter of each species measured. To determine the biomass carbon stock of each land use type, both general and species-specific allometric equations are used. Simpson's diversity index, Shannon-Wiener, and Shannon equitability were used to evaluate the diversity of enset and woody species. There were 27 different types of woody species identified, with trees making up 67 % of the total and shrubs accounting for 33 %. Shannon, Simpson, and the richness of woody species all decreased by 46 %, 51 %, and 38 %, respectively, in comparison to residential gardens. For homegardens and khat, respectively, the mean Evenness values were 0.876 and 0.539. In homegardens, Coffea arabica was the most valuable woody species, followed by Cordia africana Lam, Persea americana, Eucalyptus camaldulensis, and Grevillea Robusta. In contrast, Catha edulis was the most valuable woody species in the Khat land use type, followed by Coffea arabica, Croton macrostachyus Del, and Cordia africana. In comparison to homegardens, the above-ground, below-ground, and total biomass carbon reported in khat land use types were reduced by 18 %, 63 %, and 42 %, respectively. Grevillea and Eucalyptus species made up 51 % of the total biomass carbon stock in the homegardens, which suggests that khat and quickly expanding fast-growing plants have displaced native woody species.Understanding the long-term effects of agro-biodiversity loss requires greater research on the implications of the decline in woody species diversity and biomass carbon stock on soil fertility and sustainable farming. This is due to the numerous functions that woody species and enset play.
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Lived Experience of Adult With Heart Failure at Tibebe Ghion Specialized Teaching Hospital Northwest Ethiopia, Qualitative Phenomenological Study - Mengistu, Getahun; Wondiye, Habtamu; Bogale, Eyob Ketema; Anagaw, Tadele Fentabil (Risk management and healthcare policy, 2024)
Background: Heart failure is major public health problem that affects many people worldwide. It affects all aspects of patients’ lives, leading to extreme physical, social, and functional restriction and increasing psychological distress. The purpose of this study was to explore the lived experience of adult patient with heart failure at Tibebe Ghion Specialize Hospital, Ethiopia, 2022. Method: Qualitative Phenomenological study design was conducted at Tibebe Ghion Specialized Referral Hospital, from November 10 to December 15, 2022. Heterogenous purposive sampling technique was used to select 11 study participants. Data were collected through in-depth interviews guides and observational checklist. The rigor and trustworthiness of the study were maintained by transferability, dependability, credibility, and conformability. Thematic analysis method was used for the development of codes and themes using ATLAS. ti.7 software for analysis. Result: Five main themes and eleven subthemes were developed that explore the lived experience of adults with heart failure. Impact of heart failure on daily life, psychological and spiritual experiences, financial experiences, experiences related to hospital service, and challenges to getting treatment are major themes. Unavailability of medicine, lab investigations, and the inaccessibility of cardiac centers were the main challenges during their treatment. Conclusion: This study explored that lived experience of adult HF patients were addressed in in terms of Physical, Psychological and Spiritual, financial, hospital service and challenges to get treatment. Therefore, we recommended providing psychological and economical support for HF patients and in addition to accessing medication and medical care centers. Keywords: heart failure, lived experience, phenomenological study, Ethiopia
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The role of accommodation facility in promoting girls education: a study of Njombe ward secondary schools in Tanzania - Mgeni, Maximillian (International journal of gender studies in development societies, 2024)
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Tackling marine plastic pollution in Morocco: A review of current research, regulatory measures, and future challenges - Mghili, Bilal; Ben-Haddad, Mohamed; Zerrad, Ouafae; Rangel-Buitrago, Nelson; Aksissou, Mustapha (Regional Studies in Marine Science, 2024)
This review provides a critical analysis of all the available literature on plastic pollution in Morocco's marine environment between 2014-2023. It discusses the abundance, composition, and sources of plastic litter, the adopted sampling methods, and characterizations, as well as the impact on the biota and ecosystem services. Moreover, it also covers national marine litter management policies. Our analysis reveals that, up to this point, there have been limited studies conducted and a noticeable scarcity of data, particularly pertaining to the prevalence of microplastics in marine biota, sediment and water. While many of the studies have been conducted in diverse coastal regions of the Mediterranean (60%), the Atlantic coasts remain largely unexplored (40%). Data from various studies indicate that plastic litter persists as a significant issue along Moroccan coasts (53-94% of total litter collected), with reported litter (0.58 items/m2) and microplastic densities (7680 MPs/kg to 34,200 MPs/kg) generally surpassing those in neighboring countries. Plastic litter poses a considerable threat to Moroccan biodiversity, primarily through ingestion (16 species) and entanglement (18 species). This review can serve as a valuable resource to inform strategies aimed at reducing the leakage of plastic litter into aquatic environments, as well as to guide future research.
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Reconceptualizing the Adequacy of Legal Redress for Pollution Arising from Petroleum Exploration in Nigeria - Michael, OD (Social Science Research Network, 2024)
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School eye screening survey in the Gaza Strip/Palestine - Mikki, Nahed (Acta Ophthalmologica, 2024)
Aim: To estimate prevalence of vision impairment and associated refractive error in basic school children in the Gaza Strip in the State of Palestine. The study will also provide an estimate of the use of corrective spectacles among children with refractive error. Associated factors like age, sex, type of school, residence, parents’ education, parents’ occupation, other indicators of socio‐economic status and vision problems in the child and the family will be studied. Methods: This is the first comprehensive study of school children vision impairment in the Gaza Strip. The method is an adaptation of WHO's Assessment of the prevalence of visual impairment attributable to refractive error or other causes in school children (RESC) methodology. Study population are students in the first and the nineth grades from public and United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) schools in the Gaza Strip. The sampling unit (cluster) was classes in the target grade levels and the strata were grade (grade 1 and grade 9), type of school (public and UNRWA) and school gender (all male, all female and co‐ed schools). Based on an expected prevalence of blindness of 20% among target population, 95% confidence level, 20% non‐response rate (refusals and absent students/total number of students), 3.4% margin of error and a design effect of 1.35 to account for clustering, a sample size 1100 students was determined. 28 classes were selected with probability proportionate to size from a list of classes of target grades along with number of children enrolled within each class in public and UNRWA schools in the Gaza Strip. Results: The actual number of students was 1094 in 15 UNRWA and 13 public schools (15 first grade classes and 13 ninth grade classes). The total non‐response rate was 12%. Data collection was completed on 18.5.2023. I did not have time to clean and analyse the data. Results will be presented at the conference. Conclusions: Conclusions will be presented at the conference.
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A Systematic Review of Readiness for Asset Tracking Systems in Public Schools from Disadvantaged Areas in Gauteng, South Africa - Mlambo, Tlangelani Promise; Eck, Rene van; Zuva, Tranos (2024)
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Reassessment of the November 7, 2010 Earthquake Northwest of the Aswan High Dam, Egypt - Mohamed, Adel; Saadalla, Hamada; Hassib, Gaber H.; Mohamed, Haggag H.; AbouAly, Nadia (2024)
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Significance and Impact of AI on Pedagogical Learning: A Case Study of Moroccan Students at the Faculty of Legal and Economics - Mohamed, Khalil; Elkaimbillah, Zineb; Asri, Bouchra El (2024)
Artificial intelligence (AI) is growing and becoming a transformative technology in various fields, however its adoption in the education sector is growing to improve and revolutionize learning and teaching processes. AI in education is transforming traditional teaching methodologies by providing personalized learning paths tailored to each student’s needs and learning styles. Using data analysis and machine learning algorithms, AI can analyze student performance, identify areas of weakness, and recommend appropriate learning materials or exercises. This article uses an electronic survey to explore the attitudes of students from Faculty of economic and social legal sciences at Mohammed V University towards AI. In addition, a learning experience was conducted with 320 students, consisting of a hands-on introduction to AI, where they were invited to reflect on their experience as users of this technology. The findings suggest that students possess awareness regarding the impact of AI and display a keen interest in expanding their knowledge in this domain, despite their current limited understanding stemming from insufficient training opportunities. However, the authors argue that there is a need for broader and enhanced AI education, encompassing practical use cases and a clear exposition of the technology’s real-world constraints. By doing so, students will be better equipped to wield AI with assurance and accountability in their prospective professional paths.
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Assessment General Anxiety Disorder among University Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Sudan - Mohamed, MK; Ibnaoof, Nora Faysal Hassan; Abbas, Wasim; AlZain, Mohammed A.; Mohammed, Karim (Journal of analytical techniques and research, 2024)
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Climate Change Trend Analysis and Future Projection in Guguf Watershed, Northern Ethiopia - Mohammed, M. Jasmine; Bezabeh, Seyoum (Research Square (Research Square), 2024)
Abstract According to Intergovernmental panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Climate change is the weather characteristic condition such as precipitation, air temperature, humidity, wind, sunshine, cloud cover and atmospheric pressure at a specific location determined over a long period of at least 30 years. The main objective of this study was to analyse the climate trend and future projection in Guguf watershed of Southern Tigray, Ethiopia. 32 years (1987–2018) Meteorological data were collected from Ethiopia National Meteorological Agency (NMA). Download canESM2 (Canadian Second Generation Earth System Model) which was freely available at the Canadian climate change scenario group website. The Mann-Kendal trend test was used to test for the presence of trends using XLSTAT. SDSM 4.2.9 decision support tool was used to downscale large scale predictors and project future climate change. The period from 1987–2018 were considered as a base period whereas the period from 2019–2100 were considered as future periods. Historically, slight decrease in rainfall, and an overall increase in the mean annual minimum and maximum temperatures in the study area for the last 32 years. The highest increment of maximum temperature recorded in October month up to + 2.7°C in RCP8.5 scenarios. The precipitation increases up to a maximum of 49% (2073–2100) for RCP4.5 scenario and 66% (2073–2100) for RCP4.5 scenario in the Belg. Precipitation decreases in Kiremt (Jun–September) season by 8% (2019–2045) and 23% (2073–2100) for RCP4.5 scenarios. Future work needs to consider studying the effects of different climate change adaptation strategie.
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Review of Literature on the Use of Learning Analytics and Learning Analytical Dashboard (LAD) in Improving Student Performance in Higher Education Institutions in Kenya - Mohammed, Mohammed S. (International journal of research and innovation in applied science, 2024)
Purpose – The purpose of the paper is mainly to review the various literature done on Learning Analytics in higher education institutions in Kenya. From the review it aims at identifying the current status of Learning Analytics in Kenya and proposing recommendations for improvement of the same. Methodology – The paper uses desktop approach to breakdown the various studies done in Kenya on Learning Analytics in higher education institutions in Kenya and identifies any research gaps/ areas for improvement from the review of literature. Value – The analysis is valuable to Higher Education institutions in Kenya in coming up with a model that will be used to improve student performance in blended learning through use of learning analytics and learning analytics dashboard. Findings – the findings of the study revealed that there was limited research on learning analytics in Kenya. Moreover, the current study had not used raw data such as the behavioral pattern of students. Therefore, future study can be done using the raw data from Moodle to develop a model for improving student performance.
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Epidemiological characteristics, etiological spectrum, and outcomes of adult patients with pericardial effusion at a Teaching Hospital in Somalia - Mohamud, Mohamed Farah Yusuf; Abdi, Ishak Ahmed; Uzel, Mehmet Murat; Turfan, Selim; Ahmed, Said Abdirahman; Mohamed, Hussein Hassan; Adan, Hassan Adan Ali; Ahmed, Mohammed A. (Therapeutic Advances in Chronic Disease, 2024)
Background: Pericardial effusion (PE) is an abnormal fluid volume in the pericardial space and is a common clinical entity. The incidence of PE is estimated diversely and depends on risk factors, etiologies, and geographic locations. Objectives: This study aimed to assess the clinical characteristics, etiologic spectrum, echocardiographic features, and outcomes among patients with different types of PE. Method: This retrospective observational study included 93 patients with confirmed PE. Their medical records were reviewed in the hospital information system of Mogadishu Somali Turkish Training and Research Hospital between April 2022 and September 2022. Patient demographics, clinical characteristics, chest X-rays, echocardiography, laboratory findings, management approaches, and outcome reports were reviewed and recorded. Results: Out of the 3000 participants, 3.1% ( n = 93/3000) met the definition of definitive PE. In this study, we included 51 females and 42 males. Among the patients, 86% ( n = 80) had at least one comorbidity, with diabetes (38.7%) and hypertension (37.6%) being the most common. The most frequently reported clinical presentation findings were shortness of breath (67.7%), chest pain (49.4%), cough (47.3%), and palpitations (47.3%). Cardiac tamponade developed in 9.7% ( n = 9) of the patients. Pericardial taps were performed in 64.5% of the cases. Our analysis showed that the most common cause of PE was cardiac disease ( n = 33, 35.4%), followed by tuberculosis (TB) ( n = 25, 26.8%), uremic pericarditis ( n = 24, 25.8%), and hypothyroidism ( n = 10, 10.7%). Regarding the severity of PE based on echocardiographic findings, nearly half of the patients ( n = 46, 49.4%) had mild PE, whereas 26.8% ( n = 25) had moderate PE, and 23.6% ( n = 22) had severe PE. Two-thirds of the cases (66.6%) were managed with furosemide, 48 (51.6%) patients were treated with an anti-inflammatory, hemodialysis was performed in 24 (25.8%) patients and antituberculous medications were administered to 7 (7.5%) patients. Out of the 93 patients, 24 (25.8%) died during the hospital stay. It was determined that the mortality risk of patients with renal failure was 7.518 times higher than those without ( p = 0.004), and the risk for those with TB was 5.554 times higher than those without ( p = 0.011). Other variables were not influential on mortality ( p > 0.050). Conclusion: Our study results demonstrate the epidemiological profile of PE in Somalia. The leading causes of PE were cardiac diseases, uremic pericarditis, TB, and hypothyroidism. PE is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in Somalia, especially in individuals with renal failure and TB infection.
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Exploring the Impact of Grade 11 Boot Camp Implementation: A Teacher-Centric Perspective in a Secondary School at Mahobong, Lesotho - Mokati, Masehlabaka; Kurata, Lehlohonolo (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
This study examines the crucial grade 11 stage in Lesotho’s education system—a transitional phase that assesses learners’ eligibility for Higher Education Institutes entry. With only a small number of grade 11s meeting the entry requirements for Higher Education Institutes, the implementation of boot camps emerges as an intervention strategy to enhance grade 11s’ learning experiences to meet tertiary entry requirements. The study is guided by Self-Determination Theory to explore teachers’ perspectives and experiences in understanding the challenges and prospects associated with boot camp implementation for grade 11 students. Using purposive sampling, six teachers from a selected secondary school in Mahobong participated in semi-structured interviews. The findings indicate that boot camps offer concentrated time for learning and foster improved academic performance. They also foster a sense of community among students and teachers. Challenges identified include limited school infrastructure and inefficient program monitoring. Recommendations made include the need for infrastructure improvement, motivation for supporting staff, and enhanced stakeholder collaboration to optimize boot camps’ effectiveness.
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Unveiling the resilience of smallholder farmers in Senegal amidst extreme climate conditions - Möller, Kurt; Nejadhashemi, A. Pouyan; Talha, Muhammad; Chikafa, Mervis; Eeswaran, Rasu; Vieira, Nilson D.; Carcedo, Ana; Ciampitti, Ignacio A.; Bizimana, Jean‐Claude; Diallo, Amadiane; Prasad, P. V. Vara (Food and energy security, 2024)
Abstract In Senegal, agriculture is an important sector underpinning the socioeconomic fabric of the populace. Notably, the agricultural production in this region exhibits heightened sensitivity to climatic perturbations, particularly droughts and heat waves. This study aims to determine the resilience of different agronomic interventions for farmers practicing mixed farming that produce both crops (i.e., groundnut ( Arachis hypogaea L.) and pearl millet ( Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.)) and raise animals in the Groundnut Basin in Senegal, which holds historical and socioeconomic significance. To understand the current situation regarding demographics, economics, consumption behavior, and farm operations for smallholder farmers, data were comprehensively collected from government and nongovernment organizations (NGO) reports, scientific papers, organization databases, and surveys. Additionally, the Agricultural Production Systems sIMulator (APSIM) was used to understand how combinations of three planting dates, three plant densities, and six urea nitrogen (N) fertilizer rates affected the yield of pearl millet, which were used as the alternative scenarios to the baseline in the farm modeling and analyses. All the collected and generated data were used as inputs into the Farm Simulation Model (FARMSIM) to generate economic, nutritional, and risk data associated with mixed farming systems. The generated data were then used to determine the resilience of the alternative scenarios against the baseline. Initially, a multi‐objective optimization was employed to meet nutritional needs while maintaining a healthy diet at the lowest cost. Then, the scenarios that met the population's nutritional requirements were evaluated based on four economic indicators: net cash farm income (NCFI), ending cash reserves (EC), net present value (NPV), and internal rate of return (IRR). Lastly, those that passed the economic feasibility test were ranked based on risk criteria certainty equivalent (CE) and risk premium (RP). The analyses found N fertilizer rates of 0, 20, and 100 kg N ha −1 were generally economically not feasible. Additionally, medium (early‐July to late‐August) and late (late‐July to mid‐September) planting dates generally performed better than early (early‐June to late‐July) planting dates, while plant densities of 3.3 and 6.6 pL m −2 performed better than 1.1. The robust resilience approach introduced in this study is easily transferable to other regions.
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Knowledge Management and Learning Organisation Interrelationship Towards Organisational Productivity: University of Technology, South Africa - Moloi, Prof KC; Lebelo, *Prof RS.; Dzvimbo, Prof KP; Etbaigha, Dr I (Mitteilungen Klosterneuburg, 2024)
The purpose of this theoretical paper is to expose the interrelationship between knowledge management and the learning organisation towards organisational productivity: A theoretical perspective on one department at a university of technology in South Africa. The paper seeks to contribute to recent theorising about the interplay between knowledge management and learning organisation, towards organisational productivity, in the context of the education department. The paper provides added value both for university management and academics interested in applying knowledge management and learning organisation strategies to achieve their strategic goals and objectives. The researchers thus believe that the two constructs, that is, knowledge management and learning organisation are relevant for guiding and achieving university, faculty, and departmental strategies, goals, and objectives. The study recommends that the university’s strategic direction must include knowledge management processes and the guiding principles of creating a learning organisation to achieve organisational productivity.
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Changes in Soil Physicochemical Properties under Selected Climate-Smart Agricultural Practices in Central African Republic - Mon-Zoni, Julie Léancy Gougodo De; Konzoba, Arnauld Dave Bangane; Omenda, J. Akoth; Zaman, Mohammad; Kosh-Komba, E (Open Journal of Soil Science, 2024)
Soil nutrient depletion as a result of continuous cultivation with insufficient external nutrient replenishment is a major challenge in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). A trial using the organic and mineral fertilizer was established in the cassava cropping system of the Pissa and Damara areas to address the declining soil fertility. The study aimed to evaluate the effect of cow manure and mineral fertilizer in combination or sole application on soil physico-chemical properties and macronutrients. The experimental trial adopted a randomized complete block design (RCBD) replicated four times. The treatments comprised of; T1 (Control), T2 (Peasant practice), T3 (sole NPK), and T4 (Cow manure + NPK). The data on soil physicochemical analysis was subjected to a one-way analysis of variance in SAS 9.4 and the mean was separated by Tukey’s HSD test at p < 0.005. The soil pH values ranged from 4.20 to 4.91; and 4.53 to 5.28 in Pissa and Damara respectively. According to the treatments, a low pH value is observed in T3 (4.13) in the Pissa. Combined use of cow manure and the mineral fertilizer resulted in higher Mg K and N in the Pissa region and higher soil pH in Damara. The use of sole NPK (T3) gave a higher soil carbon and CN ratio. In the Pissa region the CEC, Cu, Fe, and Zn were higher in the treatments with mineral fertilizer compared to the control. Conclusively, the use of mineral fertilizer and cow manure can be used with optimum rates to improve soil physico-chemical properties on a sustainable basis.
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Socio-Constructive Collaborative Method and Pupils’ English Studies Academic Achievement in Southwestern Nigeria - Moses, A. Dirk; Ajayi, Hannah Olubunmi; Lawrence, Ogunniyi; Oduolowu, Esther (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, children’s schooling was affected. In an attempt to rescue children from falling into memory decline, schools embarked on online teaching and learning. However, this step instead of being a solution created further academic divide among learners in Nigeria especially among primary school pupils in urban and rural areas. Moreover, the common conventional method teachers use in teaching primary school pupils has not really enhanced academic achievement of the pupils. Therefore, this study investigated the effect of a socio-constructive collaborative method on pupils’ English studies academic achievement in southwestern Nigeria. The study adopted a quasi-experimental research design. The population of the study includes all 480 pupils from 8 randomly selected schools each in Oyo, Osun, Ondo and Ekiti states. The study lasted for 15 weeks. Validated primary school pupils’ achievement test in English studies and English studies socio-constructive pedagogical instructional guide were the instruments used for the study. The study found out that there was a significant main effect of intervention on primary school pupils’ English studies achievement (F(1;475) = 8.68; p<0.05; partial ῆ2 = 0.02).The study further showed that pupils exposed to socio-constructive collaborative method have higher English mean score (12.37) than those exposed to the conventional method (11.04). The study also found out that those exposed to the socio-constructive collaborative method have higher English studies mean scores in both urban and rural settings. It was concluded that the socio-constructive collaborative method should be adopted as an instructional strategy that can foster equal-accessed context-based primary education.
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Practicability of Fundraising Used by Heads of Schools in Mobilizing Physical Resources in Public Secondary Schools in Hai District, Tanzania - Mosha, Jackline; Muteti, Catherine; Abdi, Bahiya (International journal of innovative research and development, 2024)
The study investigated the practicability of fundraising used by heads of schools in mobilizing physical resources in public secondary schools in Hai District. The study was guided by one research question. Convergent research design under a mixed methods approach was employed. The study anchored on Resource Mobilization theory. The targeted population was 1 District Secondary Education Officer, 624 teachers, and 31 heads of schools in public secondary schools in Hai District. Probability and non-probability sampling techniques were used to select 124 Teachers, 6 Heads of School and 1 DSEO, making a total of 131 respondents. Data were collected through Questionnaires, interview guides and document analysis guides. Validation of instruments was done by three research experts from Mwenge Catholic University. The reliability of quantitative data collection instruments was ensured through Cronbach alpha for Likert-type items where the coefficient determined was 0.7, hence acceptable for data collection. Credibility of qualitative data collection instruments such as interview guides and document analysis guides was ensured through triangulation. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics to generate percentages, frequencies and means scores. Qualitative data from the interview guide was organized and analyzed thematically. The study found fundraising to be an essential strategy to bridge resource gaps, improve the availability of physical resources, and common strategies for mobilizing physical resources in public secondary schools. The study recommends that teachers and heads of schools strengthen teamwork in conducting fundraising for the mobilization of physical resources.
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:Dorotheus of Gaza and Ascetic Education - Motia, Michael (The Journal of Religion, 2024)
Previous articleNext article No AccessBook ReviewsChampion, Michael W. Dorotheus of Gaza and Ascetic Education. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2022. 272 pp. US$105.00 (cloth).Michael MotiaMichael MotiaUniversity of Massachusetts Boston. Search for more articles by this author PDFPDF PLUSFull Text Add to favoritesDownload CitationTrack CitationsPermissionsReprints Share onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditEmailPrint SectionsMoreDetailsFiguresReferencesCited by The Journal of Religion Volume 104, Number 1January 2024 Article DOIhttps://doi.org/10.1086/727690 For permission to reuse, please contact [email protected].PDF download Crossref reports no articles citing this article.
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Ecological consequences of microplastic pollution in sub-Saharan Africa aquatic ecosystems: An implication to environmental health - Moto, Edward; Miraji, Hossein; Bakari, Ramadhani; Mateso, Alfred Said; Selemani, Juma Rajabu; Nkrumah, Salma; Ripanda, Asha; Rwiza, Mwemezi J.; Nyanza, Elias C.; Machunda, Revocatus L. (HydroResearch, 2024)
Microplastic pollution (MPs) emerged as a significant environmental concern due to its persistent nature. These MPs particles endure in waters, soils, and even the atmosphere, posing potential threats to the entire ecosystem. Aquatic organisms are at risk of ingesting MPs, leading to accumulation in tissues, ultimately affecting entire food chain. This study aims to provide an overview of sources of MPs, distribution, and potential environmental impacts. MPs have been documented in various substances such as bottled water, salts, seafood, and even the air. However, the full extent of the health consequences on human exposure remains uncertain. Therefore, it is imperative that we draw public attention to the presence of these pollutants in the environment. To mitigate adverse effects of MPs, reducing plastic consumption, implementing improved waste management practices, and advocating sustainable behaviors are essential for well-being of natural ecosystems and the health human populations.
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Should teachers stick to the script? Examining the effects of scripted lessons on student literacy in Madagascar - Moussa, Wael; Louge, Nathalie; Pauwelyn, Luka; Contreras-Gomez, Rafael; Cao, Yvonne (International Journal of Educational Research, 2024)
This paper evaluates the impacts of a Grade 1 literacy intervention, Mahay Mamaky Teny (MMT) translated to “I know how to read”, implemented in Madagascar on student literacy outcomes. The intervention included teacher training and coaching on effective literacy-focused instructional routines and strategies, scripted lesson plans for teachers, and student learning materials. We employ a cluster-randomized controlled trial, at the school level, to identify the overall causal effects of the intervention on student literacy outcomes using the Early Grade Reading Assessment (EGRA) administered in the Malagasy language. We contribute to the evidence base by disentangling the effect of teacher adherence to scripted lessons from the overall effect of the intervention. We achieve this by linking classroom observation data to student reading assessment scores. Our results show that students in the intervention group outperform their control group counterparts on all EGRA subtasks including letter sound identification, syllable reading, oral reading fluency, and reading comprehension. Additionally, within the intervention group, we find that EGRA performance is significantly higher when teachers followed the scripted lessons than when teachers did not.
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Implementing project-based learning in Moroccan classrooms - Moussaoui, Rahali Driss; Erguig, Reddad (International Journal of Linguistics and Translation Studies, 2024)
English language teaching (ELT) underwent significant changes during the 1970s and 1980s. New educational approaches and practices emerged, shifting the focus from teaching to learning. Among these methods is project-based learning (PBL), which has gradually gained popularity in many ELT settings. The incorporation of the PBL approach in the educational system has revealed its positive effect on boosting learners’ skills and learning outcomes. Nevertheless, discussions with ELT practitioners and researchers in Morocco have revealed three key facts regarding PBL in the Moroccan context. First, it is noticed that such a method has not been adequately used in Moroccan classrooms, especially at the university level. Second, the implementation of PBL in Morocco has often been based on misconceptions regarding the fundamental nature of project-based learning. Third, the research exploring PBL in relation to language skills has been rather limited in comparison with studies that have investigated the role of PBL in promoting soft skills and 21st century skills. The rationale behind the present paper is therefore to promote the effective implementation of PBL in Moroccan EFL classrooms. It aims to achieve this by highlighting the essential elements for successful implementation, addressing misconceptions, and exploring the impact of PBL on learners' language skills. Moreover, this paper also discusses potential challenges that may impede the successful implementation of PBL and suggests strategies to overcome them. By clarifying misconceptions and providing guidance, this paper seeks to foster a favorable learning environment in Moroccan EFL classrooms.
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Integrating climate change adaptation into water-energy-food-environment nexus for sustainable development in East African Community - Mperejekumana, Philbert; Shen, Lei; Zhong, Shuai; Muhirwa, Fabien; Gaballah, Mohamed S.; Nsigayehe, Jean Marie Vianney (Journal of Cleaner Production, 2024)
The East African Community (EAC) region is highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, which pose significant challenges to water, energy, food, and environment systems. To address these challenges and promote sustainable development, it is essential to adopt an integrated approach that considers the complex interactions and trade-offs within the WEFE nexus. This research article focuses on the integration of climate change adaptation into the Water-Energy-Food-Environment (WEFE) nexus for sustainable development in EAC. In this study, the Panel Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) method was used for five proposed subsystems to assess both long and short-term influence of WEFE on economic development in EAC across the 1970 to 2021 period. The long-run results disclose that with an increase of 1% in agricultural production, renewable energy consumption, total emissions and total water withdraw increase economic development by 0.39%, 0.9%, 0.33%, 0.9%, respectively. The equilibrium of short-to long-run adjusted at the yearly rate of 0.18%. However, the challenges have seen in the light of climate change impacts including landslides, soil erosion, floods, and rise of the sea level which leads to environmental degradation and affect WEFE nexus and sustainable development. Therefore, the study argues that a fundamental strategy for overcoming these difficulties is to incorporate climate adaptation into the WEFE nexus. As such, it identifies the key drivers and pressures of climate change on the nexus, and proposes a framework for integrating climate change adaptation into WEFE nexus planning and management.
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Mobile Money Response to COVID-19 in Africa: What Can We Learn? - Mramba, Nasibu Rajabu (2024)
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, countries, individuals, and enterprises must adjust their everyday life practices. Life has changed a lot since the COVID-19 eruption, from how we buy, spend, work, interact, communicate, and everything. Mobile money is considered an essential tool to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Mobile money services facilitate making and receiving payments, paying utilities, money transfers, and cash transfers to affected communities. Some countries have adjusted their mobile money policies, laws, tariff, and procedures to respond to COVID-19. This paper reviews mobile money responses containing COVID-19 to draw lessons for future pandemics. We believe that through these lessons, countries could position themselves in strategic options in future pandemics.
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Imam Khomeini and Mandela’s Views of Education: Lessons from Iran’s Cultural Revolution and Decolonial Thought in South Africa - Msila, Vuyisile (Open Journal of Social Sciences, 2024)
Throughout the world, education policy makers perceive the role of education as critical in building the future. Conscientious education planners often consider aspects such as relevance linked to features like culture, progress and citizenship when they plan their education systems. For many, education is the only process that can transform the ills in society and help bring equality and equity. Furthermore, it is through effective education that countries can redress anomalies in language, patriotism, history, culture and nationalism. This article explores the role of education in two countries, the Republics of South Africa and Iran, and how education’s role has impacted in supporting a changing society. It traces the philosophy and beliefs of two leaders, Sayyid Ruhollah Khomeini and Nelson Mandela. Khomeini perceived religion and the clergy as critical in education that would engender purity in students. Mandela as a young man learnt from his elders that the oppressed black people had nothing, hence in examining him the paper examines decolonization and the role of education in bringing about liberation and epistemic freedom. Among the commonalities between the two was that both leaders sought to rid education of the damaging effects of exclusive Western knowledge. But there are differences too. On the one hand, Mandela’s philosophy was based on basic human rights and equality for all, yet on the other, critics have pointed out that Khomeini’s dream of purity in education excluded women.
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Artificial Intelligence and Training: Opportunities and Challenges in The Zimbabwean Mining Industry - Muchowe, Regis Misheal (2024)
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COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance and Hesitancy among Healthcare Workers at a Teaching Hospital in Zambia: Findings and Implications - Mudenda, Steward; Moonga, Banji; Kasanga, Maisa; Daka, Victor; Muzondo, Ngoni Veddie; Mfune, Ruth Lindizyani; Mugenyi, Nathan; Kanaan, Manal Hadi Ghaffoori; Chabalenge, Billy (Social Science Research Network, 2024)
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Strengthening the Capacity for Developing Employability and Entrepreneurial Skills for Intellectually Disabled Learners through Curriculum Reform in Zimbabwe; Evidence from the Skills Development Programme Developed by Harare Polytechnic in Partnership with Special Olympics Zimbabwe. - Mudondo, Eng Tafadzwa; Tena, Phillis; Mudyanadzo, Prof Wenceslaus; Nyamande, Tafadzwa (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
The study provided a framework of developing employ ability and entrepreneurial skills through curriculum reform for intellectual disability[ID] learners in Zimbabwe. The research was a collaboration between two partners, Harare Polytechnic and Special Olympics Zimbabwe, through a Memorandum of Understanding, to tackle the challenges of stigma and skills development for intellectual disabled learners in Zimbabwe. Special Olympics Zimbabwe carried a qualitative assessment of potential skills that could be done by ID learners from the total list of skills offered by Harare Polytechnic and 22 learners in Special Olympics Harare Province confirmed the skills that they considered would be achievable given their interest in those skills. Harare Polytechnic studied the responses of the ID learners and provided a training methodology for the realisation of the skills development of those learners. The study makes a number of recommendations meant to address skills development of ID learners from the early stages of the development of an ID child up to technical vocational education and training college training as a livelihoods sustainable development strategy. The study concluded that it is possible to provide skills development to ID learners, in inclusive setting, in line with the constitutional values of inclusivity and non-discrimination through the training methodology developed by Harare Polytechnic which can be deployed nationally to tackle sustainable development issues, through inclusive employment practices, employment creation and entrepreneurial skills development involving ID learners
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Perceptions of Code Switching in a Multilingual Language Classroom in Morocco - Mugambi, Hannah M. (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
In this work students’ perceptions for code switching during group work in a multilingual classroom in Morocco are analyzed. This study is inspired by real time classroom experience. It reports on qualitative and quantitative data collected through an online survey, involving 50 participants. 80% of the respondents are multilingual in English, Arabic, Darija, and French, while 20% are monolingual in English. Casual observation of group discussions revealed that code switching occurred often during group discussion. This study confirms that 70% of students in this study switch codes during group discussions. Among students who do not understand the lingua franca, 79% feel left out and unheard during group discussions, when code switching occurs. Respondents mention the functions of code switching, which are; to fill in communication gaps that result from deficiency in English and to mitigate difficulties of explaining unfamiliar content, concepts, and ideas. Finally, this study finds that technology helps to close communication gaps in multilingual group tasks. The most frequently used technology tools in this study are Power Point, at 47%, and Word at 23%. Language translation tools are also mentioned as important.
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Does institutional quality matter for primary school retention? Lessons from Uganda - Mugume, Regean; Bulime, Enock W. N. (International Journal of Educational Development, 2024)
Our study examines school institutional drivers of pupil retention schools in Uganda over the period 2008–2014. We use longitudinal data from a sample of 7824 government and privately owned primary schools. Using the fixed effects regression model, we estimate the association between institutional factors and retention. Our study finds that only three in every ten (32%) pupils who enrolled in primary one complete primary seven. Regression results further suggest that school retention is associated with moderate and not necessarily small class sizes which promote a conducive learning environment as well as group interactions among the learners. Additionally, retention is associated with boarding schools, and government–owned schools compared to their private counterparts. These findings suggest the need for government to strengthen the school inspection function especially in rural based government schools promote surveillance critical in addressing pupil dropouts. Furthermore, recruiting more and better trained teachers while regulating high school fee policy is critical to provide a support system for pupils to complete the primary school cycle.
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Students’ Perception on the Role of Guidance and Counselling Services on Behavior in Private Secondary Schools in Bugesera District, Rwanda - Mukandoli, Marie Immaculee; Phyllis, Muraya; Nzangi, Alice (International journal of research and innovation in social science, 2024)
Despite availability of guidance and counselling services in many secondary schools, many students are reluctant to seek those services. Students` attitude is important in determining the uptake of guidance and counselling services. Therefore, this study sought to determine the perception of students on the role of guidance and counselling services on behavior change among students in selected private secondary schools in Bugesera District in Rwanda. The study’s objectives were: to determine students’ perception on the aims of guidance and counselling services; to examine the attitude of students towards guidance and counselling; and to interrogate the students’ perception on the role of guidance and counselling services on behavior change among students. The study was grounded on Gestalt Theory of Perception and Maslow Hierarchy of Needs. The target population was 860 students from two private secondary schools. A sample of 274 was drawn using both convenient and probability systematic sampling techniques. Data was collected using self-administered questionnaires. The research employed descriptive survey design. The study established that most students perceived the aims of guidance and counselling services as that of helping them improve their academic performance (84.2%); prevent early pregnancies (81.6%); provide information in making career choices (81.6%) as well as raising students’ self-esteem (79.5%). The study also revealed that the attitude of students was positive as 73.1% were willing to seek counselor’s help; 70.6% were ready to see a counselor or referred elsewhere when necessary while 70.6% were willing to be referred to see a counselor. The study revealed that most students perceived the role of guidance and counselling in behavior change as effective in reducing crimes in schools (86.2%); helping students perform better in co-curriculum activities (82%); improve students’ study habits (80.9%) as well as increases students` self-esteem (80. 9%).This implied that most students perceived the role of guidance and counselling as effective in influencing behavior change. The study recommended that the school administrators should sustain efforts to promote positive attitudes towards seeking counseling help.
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Re-imagination of an inclusive and liberating Church in Esther Mombo's Theology : Exploring the inclusion of single women ordination in Presbyterian Church in Rwanda - Muke, Nagaju (2024)
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The Seychelles National Youth Service (NYS): Fragments, Thoughts and Reflections on an Experiment in Democratic Education - Murray, S. S. (2024)
Abstract Reflections on the early years of the Seychelles National Youth Service (NYS) and its aspirations and practices.
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Gender and livelihood assets: Assessing climate change resilience in phalombe district – Malawi. - Musa, Frank B.; Katundu, Mangani; Lewis, Lionel S.; Munthali, Alister (Environmental and Sustainability Indicators, 2024)
Access and use of livelihood assets are pertinent to recovery from impacts of climate change for rural households. This study investigated role of livelihood assets to recovery from the impacts of climate change for male and female headed households in Phalombe district in Malawi. Using exploratory sequential mixed methods design, qualitative data was collected using Participant Observation coupled with interviews in two successive phases. Quantitative data was collected using household questionnaire involving 217 households. Results show that erratic rainfall and floods are the main impacts of climate change in the study area. Male headed households have better access to human, financial and natural assets compared to female headed households. There is no significant difference on the recovery period from erratic rainfall for either type of household, but male headed households recover much more quickly from floods than female headed households. Results show that social assets are key to recovery from both erratic rainfall and floods for both male and female headed households. Natural assets contribute to recovery from erratic rainfall for male headed households while human assets are important for female headed households. Human assets are vital for recovery from floods for both male and female headed households while physical assets are important for male headed households. The study shows that enhancing social capital and developing human assets especially for female headed households can significantly contribute towards resilience to the impacts of climate change.
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Climate change impacts on agriculture: aggregate and sectoral evidence using the ARDL approach in Benin, West Africa - Mushtaq, Khalid; Hassan, Sarfraz; Bashir, Muhammad Khalid; Dossa, Lucres Imelda Ke Tindagbeme (International Journal of Global Warming, 2024)
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Integration of Mathematical Internet Memes a Multimedia Resource Into Kenya Secondary Mathematics Education - Mutua, Dominic Mutuku; Mwangi, Waweru (IEEE Transactions on Education, 2024)
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Outcomes of Patients with Acute Kidney Injury at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Eldoret, Kenya - Mutwa, Ngami; Koech, Mathew; Diero, Prof. Lameck (International journal of research and scientific innovation, 2024)
Background: Incidence of acute kidney injury (AKI) based on data from high income countries is about 1 in 5 admissions; 1 in 4 of those that develop AKI die from its complications. Developing countries assume same incidence and outcome of AKI as developed countries. Objective: To describe the clinical presentation and determine the 90 day outcomes of patients with AKI at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH). Design: Prospective cohort study. Setting: MTRH General Wards. Participants: 103 patients consecutively recruited from January to July 2018. Interventions: Data was collected using a structured questionnaire and the patients were followed up from admission to discharge. Main Outcomes: Dialysis need, duration of hospitalization, recovery and mortality. Results: Mean age of the patients was 46.7±18.3 years. Majority were males at 61(60%) and most were in stage 3 disease at 65(63%). Main comorbidities were hypertension at 31(36.9%) and human immunodeficiency virus at 28(33.3%). Need for dialysis was at 31(30%) and strongly related to the AKI stage (p<0.0001). Complete recovery was observed in 29(52.7%) of the patients while 8(14.5%) had partial recovery and 18(32.7%) progressed to end stage renal disease. Recovery status was not determined by AKI stage (p=0.306). We had a 35(34%) mortality, most deaths occurred in stage 3 disease but statistically not significant (p=0.149). AKI causes were multifactorial, the most common being pre-renal with vomiting at 50(48.5%) and sepsis at 31(30%). Conclusion: Most patients presenting at MTRH with AKI had severe disease associated with high mortality.
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Indigenous Knowledge, Food (in) Security and Climate Change: A Case Study of Bota Reshupa (Herbal Porridge) Among the Ndau of South-Eastern Zimbabwe - Muyambo, Tenson (2024)
This chapter examines how indigenous knowledge systems from the Ndau people could be used to ensure food security in the face of climate change effects. The depletion of herbs that the Ndau utilised to increase not just their immunity but also food security made it necessary to undertake this study. This chapter is a component of a qualitative study conducted as part of my PhD studies among the Ndau people of Chipinge in southeast Zimbabwe. Data was collected using key informant interviews and focus groups. Indigenous knowledge systems were used to thematically analyse the data. One of the study's findings was that the local people bemoaned the extinction of some of the herbal shrubs used in the preparation of bota reshupa due to persistent droughts caused by climate change. This has threatened people's health and food security safety valves, thereby putting the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals 2, 3 and 13 into jeopardy. The study recommends that although forests that harbour herbal shrubs essential for the preparation of bota reshupa are under threat from climate change, the Ndau indigenous knowledge systems' practitioners can still employ taboos to ensure the protection and maintenance of forests. Where this is no longer feasible, the establishment of herbal gardens of the essential ingredients of bota reshupa can be tried. The major conclusion that the chapter is making is that there is urgent need to document such beliefs and practices as a means to mitigate climate change and food insecurity in African communities.
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Glittering Hope: Evaluating Bicycles for Educational Empowerment (BEEP) Program as a Panacea to Inclusive Education in Zimbabwe - Muzingili, Taruvinga; Taruvinga, Raymond (2024)
This study examines how the Bicycle for Educational Empowerment Program (BEEP) improves rural student education. The data came from school records and a poll of 478 beneficiaries. The study used descriptive analysis to compare treatment and control schools and concluded that the BEEP program improved school attendance, re-enrollment, and gender educational inequity. The Kaplan-Meier survival analysis showed a substantial (X2=109.749, ρ=.000) link between bicycle provision and delayed school dropout. The study found several challenges to the BEEP program, including its failure to address rural learners' educational needs, lack of a logistical strategy for sustainable repairs and maintenance, safety concerns, the lack of a monitoring framework, reliance on donor funding without an alternative financing model, lack of a disability-sensitive approach, and its implementation in isolation. The study suggests using an integrated educational model that addresses the different requirements of learners across distances to improve the BEEP program.
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