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Enhancing Mini Waterfalls to Regulate Temperature in Interior Spaces of the Applied Design And Fine Art Department of Kabale University.
No full textThis research explored the innovative application of mini waterfalls as a natural method for regulating temperature within the interior spaces of Kabale University. This research aimed to enhance the design and operation of mini waterfalls to improve thermal comfort, energy efficiency, and aesthetic value in university buildings. The study investigates the effects of mini waterfalls on indoor temperature, humidity, and air quality, and evaluates their potential to reduce reliance on mechanical heating and cooling systems. The findings of this research provide insights into the optimal design and placement of mini waterfalls in various building types and offer a sustainable solution for enhancing the thermal comfort and energy efficiency of interior spaces at Kabale University. The results of this study have broader implications for architectural design and urban planning, promoting the integration of natural elements like mini waterfalls into smart building design and contributing to the reduction of carbon footprints in the built environment. Data collection involved observations of the identified mini indoor waterfalls, focusing on their physical characteristics, flow rates, and surrounding environments. Additionally, structured interviews were conducted with local residents, architects, and environmentalists to gather insights on the perceived roles and benefits of these waterfalls, particularly in relation to sustainable architectural practices
Influence of University Orientation on Fresh Students' Academic Attainment: A Case Study of Kabale University.
No full textThis study examined the impact of Kabale University's orientation program on students’ academic attainment, integration into the university community, and peer mentorship effectiveness. Data collected from university students of varying academic years shed light on participation levels, perceived integration, academic performance, program customization, and peer mentorship experiences. Findings reveal varying degrees of participation, generally positive perceived integration, mixed results regarding academic performance influence, and diverse feedback on peer mentorship effectiveness. The study underscores the need for ongoing evaluation and refinement of the orientation program to address the multifaceted needs of students effectively. Further research avenues include longitudinal analysis of program impact, comparative studies of orientation programs, and exploration of peer mentorship dynamics for enhanced student support and academic success
Archives Management and Service Delivery at Caritas in Kabale.
No full textThis study explores the impact of archives management on service delivery at Caritas in Kabale District. Effective archives management facilitates access to information, enhances decision-making, and improves overall service delivery in organizations. The specific objectives include assessing current archival management practices at Caritas, identifying challenges that hinder effective archives management, and proposing strategies to overcome these challenges. Through qualitative and quantitative methods, the research revealed that while Caritas employs several archival management practices, issues such as inadequate training, limited resources, and insufficient technological support significantly impede efficiency. The study also highlights the critical role of proper archives management in enhancing service delivery, underscoring the need for strategic interventions. Recommendations include investing in staff training, improving technological infrastructure, and establishing clear policies for records management. Overall, this study emphasizes that robust archives management is integral to optimizing service delivery at Caritas, contributing to more effective humanitarian efforts in the community
Role of Women Empowerment Programs in Accelerating Violence Against Men in Bushenyi District Uganda: A Case Study of Igara East Kyeizooba Sub-County.
No full textThis study explored the intersection of women empowerment programs and violence against men within Bushenyi District, Uganda. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the research employs both descriptive survey and exploratory case study designs to gain a comprehensive understanding of the impact of women empowerment initiatives on men’s experiences and perceptions. The quantitative component involved structured surveys administered to 100 male respondents, while the qualitative component included semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions.
The study aimed to investigate four main aspects: the demographic characteristics of respondents, their attitudes towards women empowerment programs, their experiences of violence, and their perceptions of gender roles. Key findings indicate that while women empowerment programs are generally perceived positively in terms of their impact on women, there are nuanced views regarding their effects on men and their experiences of violence. The research found that men’s experiences of violence are varied and influenced by traditional gender roles, with significant implications for support systems and community responses.
The study contributes to the broader understanding of gender dynamics and the unintended consequences of empowerment programs. It highlights the need for more inclusive approaches that consider the experiences of all genders and suggests practical recommendations for policymakers and community leaders. Limitations of the study include potential self-reporting bias and the contextual specificity of Bushenyi District. Future research is recommended to explore these themes in different settings and with larger, more diverse samples.
The findings offer valuable insights for enhancing the effectiveness of women empowerment programs and addressing violence against men, ultimately contributing to more equitable gender relations and improved support systems
Impact of Awareness Campaign on Immunization Services in Southern Division Kabale Municipality.
No full textThis study examined the impact of awareness campaigns on immunization services in Southern Division, Kabale Municipality. The primary objective was to investigate how these campaigns influenced immunization services, with specific objectives to evaluate their role, identify challenges faced, and propose strategies for improvement. A descriptive research design with a qualitative approach was adopted, and data were collected using interviews, focus group discussions, and self-administered questionnaires from a sample of 80 participants, including residents, community leaders, and health workers. The study reviewed literature from 2013 to 2023 to provide a comprehensive analysis of previous and ongoing campaigns. The findings highlighted that awareness campaigns played a significant role in increasing public knowledge and utilization of immunization services. However, challenges such as limited community engagement, inadequate funding, and socioeconomic barriers hindered their effectiveness. The study recommended strategies to enhance campaign success, including fostering community involvement through collaborative workshops, leveraging local media for wider reach, and introducing feedback mechanisms to tailor messages to community needs. The research emphasized the importance of a multifaceted approach that integrates community participation, effective communication, and sufficient resources. By addressing the identified challenges and implementing these strategies, stakeholders could enhance immunization coverage and improve public health outcomes in Southern Division, Kabale Municipality
Effect of Games and Sports on Academic Performance of Pupils in Primary Schools of Kigarama Sub-County Sheema District.
No full textMan is a motor being. His life is characterized by a lot of deliberate movements like running, walking, jumping, catching, stretching, curling, balancing, pushing, pulling kicking, etc. These activities are natural to man’s life and evidently make his life flow. Studies of these physical activities in man have shown they are cardinal to his physical health intellectual development, talent building, social relations, positive use of leisure time, and longevity of
life. They are also therapeutical to some illnesses and diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, stress, stroke, kyphosis, and lordosis among others, all of which would reduce national medical bills. Farley Thomas (1976). It’s for these reasons that civilized societies have identified these games and sports in the form of exercises and sports and programmed them in their education curriculum, health clubs, and organized competitions. This study was set to examine the effect of games and sports on the academic performance of pupils in primary schools of Kigarama Sub-county, Sheema District. Games and sports were the independent variable whereas the academic performance of pupils was the independent variable. The study was guided by the following objectives; (i) To assess the level of participation of pupils in games and sports in Kigarama Sub-county. (ii) To establish the factors that affect participation in games and sports activities in the Kigarama sub-county. (iii) To ascertain the effects of games and sports on pupils’ academic performance in Kigarama Sub-county. The subjects of the examination included the pupils, teachers, and headteachers. The tools for data collection included a questionnaire which was served to the teachers and headteachers whereas the interview guides were served to the pupils. This study involved a sample population of 5 primary schools randomly selected but including all categories of schools i.e. public, private, mixed ones, day and boarding schools. There were 75 pupils sampled, 40 teachers and 5 headteachers from the sample schools who were served with interview guides and questionnaires respectively. The data collected was converted to percentages and presented in graphs and tables
Innovative Technologies and Provision of Library Services in Bishop Barham Library.
No full textThe study aimed to evaluate the impact of innovative technologies on enhancing library information services at Bishop Barham Library. It employed a case study design with a mixed methods research approach, involving 55 participants, 50 of whom completed questionnaires and 5 who were interviewed. The findings indicated that the primary motivation for adopting innovative technologies in the library was to enhance the quality of service delivery. Various technological tools were in use, such as OPAC, advanced search tools, an online library, and Koha, which received positive feedback from most respondents. Additionally, the study identified several innovative user services offered at the library, including user education, OPAC services, reprography, interlibrary loans, information literacy, library networking, and the institutional repository.
The study also highlighted several challenges hindering the adoption and implementation of innovative technologies at Bishop Barham Library. These included inadequate ICT infrastructure, rapid technological changes, a low level of innovativeness among library leaders, insufficient funding, and inadequate user skills to effectively utilize the technologies. To address these challenges, the respondents recommended increasing library funding, acquiring sufficient ICT infrastructure, staying updated with technological advancements, and improving user education and information literacy services
Comparative Analysis of Fixed and Variable Step Size Methods for Solving Ordinary Differetial Equations: A Case Study of Runge-Kutta Order 4 and Dormand Prince.
No full textThe Dormand-Prince method is a technique similar to the Runge-Kutta method for solving ordinary differential equations (ODEs). It uses six function evaluations to compute solutions with fourth and fifth-order accuracy. This study focuses on numerically solving first-order ODEs and systems of first-order ODEs using both the Runge-Kutta fourth-order method and the Dormand-Prince method. The solutions obtained from both methods are then compared in terms of their accuracy. MATLAB scripts for both methods were created to solve these differential equations. The study evaluates the accuracy of the Dormand-Prince method by comparing it with the Runge-Kutta fourth-order method. The results show that the Dormand-Prince method is more accurate than the Runge-Kutta fourth-order method when solving first-order ODEs. However, for systems of first-order ODEs, the Runge-Kutta method was found to be more accurate, while the Dormand-Prince method exhibited significant deviations from the analytical solution at various step sizes. Additionally, the accuracy of both methods improved as the step size decreased
Impact of Continuous Assessment on Pupils’ Academic Performance in Primary Schools in Kabale Municipality Kabale District.
No full textThe overall objective of the study was to establish the impact of continuous assessment of pupils on academic performance in primary schools in Kabale Municipality. The objectives of the study were: to find out the continuous assessment strategies used by teachers in primary schools in Kabale Municipality; to find out the teachers' perception of whether pupils exposed to various continuous assessment strategies perform better in the final examination than their counterparts; and, to find out the impact of continuous assessment strategies used by teachers on pupils' academic performance in primary schools in Kabale Municipality. The study used a cross-sectional research design. A sample size of two hundred respondents was used and respondents were selected using simple random and purposive sampling techniques. Questionnaires, interviews, and documentary reviews were used in data collection. Data was presented using frequency tables, graphs, and pie charts. The study revealed that a variety of continuous assessment strategies were being used in primary schools. Written tests, and take-home assignments, were the most, examinations and take-home commonly used. Findings indicated that in the selected primary schools in Kabale Municipality, written tests were done on a weekly basis and half-term. Take-home assignments were done on a daily and weekly basis and examinations were done termly. In addition, recap exercises were being used weekly, daily, and monthly. Continuous assessment was found to affect pupils' academic performance in primary schools in Kabale Municipality. It was noted that assignments and exercises have a positive relationship with pupils' academic performance. Furthermore, the study showed that an increase in the use of continuous assessments such as assignments and exercises led to an improvement in pupils' academic performance. The study showed that continuous assessment strategies were found to have a positive relationship to pupils' performance in the final examinations. The study recommended that good application of continuous assessment using different strategies would help in moving towards accomplishing learning objectives and restoring greater confidence in the class and school systems
Adoption and Utilization of Business Innovations of Agricultural Research in Uganda: Empirical Analysis.
No full textThis paper seeks to examine the adoption of business innovations within the context of the agricultural sector in Uganda. The findings emerge from research carried out to assess the utilization of business innovations of research in Uganda considering the National Agricultural Research Organization(NARO) as a reference, specifically to find out the association between innovation attributes and their use on-farm, as well as establish the consequence of innovation features and demand (market) about the use of discoveries in farm management. The opinions of 99 participants in producing major crops in the Kanungu district where the NARO innovations were verified were sought. The information was assembled and scrutinized with SPSS and STATA. The findings revealed that innovation features played an important role in the extent of application of the technology. Similarly, how old participants have had a negative linkage with the use of technologies, while the extent of education helps the application of technologies by farmers