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Classroom Management as Correlate of Students’ Behavioural Outcome in Junior Secondary Schools in Ishielu Local Government Area, Ebonyi State
Get PDFThe study was carried out to investigate the correlation between classroom management and students’ behavioral outcomes in Junior Secondary schools in Ishielu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The purpose of the research was to find out if classroom management correlates with students\u27 behavioral outcomes in Junior Secondary Schools in Ishielu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The researcher adopted a correlation research design with a population size of 300 teachers. A sample of 120 respondents was drawn out of the population for the study using a simple random sampling technique. Three research questions and three Ho were formulated for the study. The questionnaire was the instrument used for data collection. The instrument was validated by three experts in the Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. The reliability of the instrument was obtained using the Cronbach alpha coefficient, which yielded alpha coefficient values of 0.73 and 0.85, respectively. Pearson\u27s moment correlation coefficient was used to analyze the data. The findings showed that there is a highly positive and significant relationship between classroom management and students’ behavioral outcomes in junior secondary schools in Ishielu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. Based on the findings, it was recommended, among others, that teachers should prioritize classroom management practices, especially those that have been shown to be effective in teaching and learning, such as classroom monitoring and classroom arrangement, especially in junior secondary schools
Haemoglobin Variants, ABO/Rh Blood Groups and their Associa-tions with Levels of Malaria Parasitaemia amongst Infected Subjects at Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Get PDFThe aim of the study was to associate haemoglobin variants, ABO/Rh blood groups with levels of malaria parasitaemia amongst infected subjects at Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. ABO/Rh D blood groups were analyzed using monoclonal antisera, and haemoglobin electrophoresis was analyzed using the alkaline cellulose acetate electrophoresis method, while malaria parasites were identified by microscopic examination of stained blood films. Graph Pad Prism version 8.0 was used to statistically analyze odd ratios, confidence intervals, likelihood ratios and relative risks. All 147 subjects (87 females, 60 males) were positive for malaria (Plasmodium falciparum). For 3+ falciparum malaria, the order of infection for haemoglobin genotype was AA > AS/SS; ABO blood group was B > A > O > AB; Rh blood group was Rh D+ > Rh D-; gender was females > males at p > 0.05. At p > 0.05, for 2+ falciparum malaria: haemoglobin genotype was SS >AA > AS; ABO blood group was B > A > O > AB; Rh blood group was Rh D- > Rh D+; and gender was females > Males. At p > 0.05, for 1+ falciparum malaria infection: haemoglobin genotype was AS >AA > SS; ABO blood group was AB > O > A > B; Rh blood group was Rh D+ > Rh D-; and gender was males > females. Conclusively, 3+ Plasmodium falciparum malaria infection is common amongst individuals with: AA haemoglobin genotype, blood group B, Rh D+, and females; 2+ P. falciparum infection is common amongst individuals with: haemoglobin genotype AA, blood group B, Rh D-, and females; while 1+ P. falciparum malaria infection is common amongst individuals with: AS haemogobin genotype, blood group AB, Rh D+, and amongst males than females
Socioemotional Correlates of Academic Grit among University Undergraduates in Abia State, Nigeria
Get PDFThis study investigated the socioemotional correlates of academic grit among undergraduate students in public universities in Abia State. The study adopted a correlation design. Three research questions and hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The population of the study comprised all the 53, 479 undergraduate students registered for the 2022/2023 academic session. A sample size of 540 was selected for the study using multi- stage sampling technique. Instruments used to collect data were adapted versions of the standardised Coleman’s Emotional Intelligence Scale; General Self-efficacy Scale; Cohen’s Interpersonal Support Evaluation Inventory; and Duckworth’s Short Grit Scale. The reliability of the instruments was calculated using the Cronbach Alpha technique. The computation yielded coefficients of 0.92, 0.88, 0.79 and 0.81 for the Emotional Intelligence Scale, General Self-Efficacy Scale, Social Support Scale and Short Grit Scale, respectively. Face and content validation was done by 3 experts, 2 from the Department of Psychology and 1 from the Department of Psychological Foundations, University of Uyo. Data collected were analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences, SPSS:27. The Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation was used to answer the research questions while simple linear regression was used to test the hypotheses. Findings revealed the following; that some of the socioemotional variables had significant associations with academic grit of the respondents. Thus, emotional intelligence had a strong association B = 0.91 (p < 0.05) with academic grit. Self-efficacy also predicted academic grit B = 0.83 (p < 0.05). However, social support had no significant association with academic grit B = -0.08 (p < 0.05), among university undergraduates in Abia State. Based on the findings, recommendations were made that intervention programmes should be designed to improve the mental well-being of students and peer mentorship programmes should be encouraged at the tertiary level of education to help instill grit among undergraduate students
Speaking on the Way: A Simulation-Based Proposal for Primary-School EFL Learners
Get PDFThe main purpose of this case study was to investigate the possibilities of simulation-based learning in Teaching English as a Foreign Language in Greek Primary Education by focusing on the speaking skill. Following a thorough evaluation of the speaking section of the sixth grade’s coursebook, it became evident that the simulation-based activities had shortcomings that needed improvement. An alternative proposal of a simulation-based activity with a cultural focus revealed the complications of achieving successful implementation when it comes to simulation-based experiential learning. The findings that came from the recording of a specific learner’s responses revealed that the learner took up the challenge to try a different approach to communicating in English within the context of the EFL lesson. What is more, the proposed lesson plan created implications for exploring the EFL learners’ relationship to English-speaking cultures, i.e., British culture. Limitations of the study and directions for further research were also provided
The End of Alzheimer’s Disease: Nudging Strategies to Encourage Mass Participation in Clinical Trials
Get PDFCharacterized by amyloid plaques, tau tangles, and neuronal loss, Alzheimer’s disease (AD) presents a significant public health challenge, with ever-growing prevalence due to an aging global population. By the time cognitive impairment is detected, the disease’s pathology is already extensive and difficult to halt. Despite advances in research and drug development, participation in AD drug trials remains crucial for discovering effective treatments and preventive measures. This article explores how behavioral economics can be employed to raise global awareness about Alzheimer’s, motivate individuals to undergo testing, and encourage involvement in experimental drug trials. By integrating nudging strategies with creative educational approaches, this study aims to increase support for AD research
The Impact of Algorithmic Culture on the Construction of Self in a Globalized World
Get PDFGlobalization and the rise of social media have fundamentally reshaped how individuals construct their identities. This paper explores this phenomenon through an interdisciplinary lens, weaving together philosophical and anthropological perspectives. Philosophical frameworks of existentialism and phenomenology illuminate how algorithms shape lived experiences and self-understandings. Anthropological analysis examines how social media platforms foster virtual communities, impacting cultural norms and individual identities. The paper examines how pre-existing cultural backgrounds and social structures influence the impact of algorithmic culture on the self in a globalized world
Analysis of Lesotho secondary education aims for curriculum ideologies integration
No full textAddressing the socio-economic, political, and scientific needs of education in the 21st century has proven to be a formidable undertaking. In addition, it is anticipated that governments would offer education that not only improves subject knowledge but also conforms to the ideological concepts that guide education policy at both the elementary and secondary levels, while also meeting the requirements of the community. This study investigated the degree to which the curriculum ideologies are integrated into secondary education, specifically focusing on the aims of secondary education outlined in the Curriculum and Assessment Policy (CAP). A qualitative study of the documents was conducted. The findings revealed that all ideas are present and incorporated in all the objectives. Generally, each objective consists of three ideologies, except for aims one and three, which combine two ideas. The learner-centred ideology, which is included in all nine aims, represents the prevailing ideology. The curriculum is meticulously designed to provide students with a thorough education that prepares them for advanced academic pursuits or job prospects, both inside their own country and abroad. Basotho must actively and vigorously pursue and promote their knowledge goal
Challenges of Implementing Outcome-Based Assessment in Vietnamese Higher Education – A Qualitative Inquiry
Get PDFThis qualitative study investigates the key challenges faced by university lecturers in implementing outcome-based assessments (OBA) in higher education institutions in Vietnam, a country currently undergoing significant educational transformation. Utilizing a qualitative research design, the study conducted semi-structured interviews with 15 lecturers from diverse academic fields in a institution. The data were thematically coded and interpreted through the lenses of Constructivism, Institutional Theory, and Diffusion of Innovations Theory. Nine major challenges emerged from the findings, including pedagogical hurdles, lack of training and resources, institutional constraints, and technological limitations. These challenges are contextualized within the existing theoretical frameworks and related literature. The study offers critical insights that are deeply rooted in cultural, institutional, and structural variables. These findings are pertinent for educators, administrators, and policymakers in Vietnam and potentially for those in similar educational settings, and they hold broader implications for professional development, institutional policies, technological infrastructure, and cultural shifts within the educational landscape
Influence of Master Teachers’ Workload on their Time Management Skills at Don Sergio Osmeňa Sr. Memorial National High School
Get PDFMaster teachers view their pedagogy and go the extra mile to guarantee every student has a positive learning experience. Part of their workload includes regular monitoring, adjusting their teaching strategy where necessary, engaging in systematic problem-solving, and teaching personal accountability which encompasses timeliness. This study explored the impact of master teachers\u27 workload on their time management along with their demographic profile, perceptions, and impact with the end of crafting a sustainable action plan. The study revealed that most of them are seasoned mentors, with around two decades of service, with bachelor’s degrees and master\u27s units. In terms of perception and influence, most of them believed that there is always room for improvement in the way they manage their time they agreed on the level of satisfaction rendered in teaching with the number of hours in a week. The perception and impact on workload and time management have no significant relationship. The study indicates that they are responsible enough to troubleshoot behavioral problems and strategize classroom management as part of their workload, encouraged to carry out frequent master teacher assessments, and conduct training needs assessments to identify the needs of master teachers in terms of their profession
Mucormycosis And Hemophagocytosis Syndrome in A Patient Following Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Get PDFAcute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) is a malignant disease that affects the bone marrow and may affect red blood cells, white blood cells(myeloblasts), and platelets. Some cases of disease may be asymptomatic and can be diagnosed from random blood tests. AML mostly affects cells that are not fully developed, causing these cells to fail to perform their normal functions. If this disease is left untreated, it gets worse quickly and can be fatal. Genetic factors may cause the development of AML, but the exact cause is not known. There are environmental factors in AML etıology (eg, chemicals, radiation, tobacco, chemotherapy), in some patients, AML may occur due to clonal hematopoiesis manifest as a myelodysplastic syndrome, myeloproliferative neoplasms, paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, aplastic anemia and more. Here we present a case report of 59 years old male patient presenting to the clinic with malaise and referred to haematology department due to pancytopenia. However, further investigations confirmed AML