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THE IIORPHOLOGICAL STRUCTURE OF THE IIIPERATIVE STEIl IN AIIHARIC
No full textThe imperative stem in Amharic may be identified by its selection of a second person subject and by its unique morphological structure. This paper attempts to identify the nature of its core template.
In the description of the morphological structure of the imperative stem, a nonlinear model developed in McCarthy (1979, 1981) where the consonantal and vocalic melodies are represented on separate tiers, is adopted. The CV tier is considered to represent an abstract timing slot. The consonantal and vocalic melodies are associated with the relevant unit in the CV tier by the principle of left-to-right association.
The Amharic imperative stem is assumed to have a template CCVC for Type A and CVCCC for the Type B and Quadrilateral stems. Epenthesis vowel insertion applies on these basic structures in orders to produce pronounceable (surface) forms. The vowel-insertion rule is motivated by a universal process which related segments within a word with the syllable structure of the language
Opportunities and Challenges of Social Media Usage in Higher Education Institutions: A Systematic Review
No full textThe purpose of this study is to investigate the opportunities and challenges of social media usage in higher education institutions. The study is significant because it adds both theoretical and practical knowledge to the existing literature on how higher education institutions’ students use social media to improve the quality of their education in a given context. PRISMA guidelines for systematic review methodology were employed to explore the current literature on the topic. Different sources were searched using pre-defined search items. A total of 1156 papers were found and screened for abstracts and titles, and 27 full-text articles were evaluated for eligibility. Finally, 9 articles were selected for the systematic review. The result indicated that social media usage in higher education institutions has both opportunities and challenges. Most of the reviewed articles mentioned f social media as an opportunity for improving students' academic performance and helping in sharing information, thoughts, and ideas with their peers. On the contrary, improper usage of social media platforms could distract students’ attention, and also make them become addicted, and may result in sleeping disorders for students of higher education institutions
Examining Community Service Practices at Addis Ababa University
No full textThe study aims to examine community service practices and the methods by which the service is implemented at Addis Ababa University. A qualitative research strategy was adopted, incorporating a case study approach, with data collected from faculty members, department heads, community service personnel, and associate deans through interviews and analysis of relevant documents. Situations attributed to deficiencies in directives, strategic documentation, leadership support, and the structural arrangement of the community service mission hinder the faculty from actively engaging in community service missions. Though the study found that the community service tasks implemented have been limited, some strategies/ways promoted include project-based community engagement activities funded by external bodies, university-initiated and funded engagements, community service-learning/field education, and volunteerism/individual staff-initiated engagements. The results of the study imply the necessity of creating clear guideline that facilitates the engagement of academic staff in community service initiatives, awareness-raising sessions for the faculty on community service, promoting a culture of engagement and empathy, and establishing partnerships in different units of the university. These can lead to the successful accomplishment of the mission
Institutionalization of Community Engagement in Ethiopian Higher Education: The Case of Hawassa University
No full textThis study was intended to examine the institutionalization of community engagement in the Ethiopian Higher Education by taking the case of Hawassa University. A qualitative research approach was employed to collect data from key stakeholders of Hawassa University and the community partners. The data were parts of a PhD dissertation on higher education institutionalization carried out by the researchers. The set of key stakeholders involved the Ministry of Education, Hawassa University, community partners, students, faculty, deans, directors, and other administrators. The research utilized institutional theory, and a slightly modified version of the Holland Matrix for the Institutionalization of Community Engagement was used as an analytical framework for the analysis of data. The results suggest two intriguing institutionalization continuums: (1) Formal-structural alignment: Faculty members are encouraged to participate in community-based research and leave time to those who participate. Service-learning courses and volunteer opportunities were available to promote student participation. Hawassa University created equitable partnerships with community groups to meet community needs. Resources, such as research funds, primary offices, and dedicated staff, are provided to assist community engagement initiatives. The institution includes public service as a potential area in its promotion and tenure requirements, proving its commitment to community engagement. (2) Normative and operational misalignment: However, the strategic plan for community engagement is limited, with a focus on specific events, rather than a comprehensive university-wide approach. The distribution of resources for community engagement is unclear, and the absence of explicit mention of community engagement as a distinct promotion and tenure criterion creates confusion. A probe may be required to resolve this issue
Adoption of Improved Soybean Varieties by Smallholder Farmers in Northwestern Ethiopia: Double Hurdle Model Approach
Get PDFThe study examined the major factors determining adoption and intensity of adoption of improved soybean varieties by smallholder farmers in Pawe district of Metekel Zone, Benishangul Gumuz Regional State. It employed mixed methods survey design, with concurrent triangulation as its specific strategy. A total of sample of 308 household heads (197 adopters and 111 non-adopters) were randomly selected using probability proportionate to size method from a total of 1337 households of the four sampled kebeles. The research used questionnaires, FGDs, KIIs, observations and survey of secondary data as methods of data collection. The study employed double hurdle model to analyse the data on the major factors influencing the adoption and intensity of adoption of improved soybean varieties by smallholder soybean producers. The result of first hurdle of double hurdle model revealed that adoption decisions of improved soybean varieties were determined via frequencies of extension contacts, agricultural trainings, field-day participations and annual income positively whereas distance to the market and farm size negatively. The second-hurdle result, on the other hand, depicted that adoption intensity of improved soybean varieties was influenced by sex of household heads, credit access, annual income and TLU positively, whereas age of household heads influenced negatively. Generally, the findings highlighted the importance of addressing constraints associated with extension contacts, participation in trainings, field day participations, facilitated credit access, and increased TLU ownership capable of improving the adoption and intensity of adoption of improved soybean varieties. This, in turn, would help to improve the income and livelihoods of rural smallholder soybean producers in Pawe District of Benishangul Gumuz Region
Child marriage : introduction, methods, findings and discussions, concluding remarks
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Effects of plant spacing and variety on growth bulb yield of garlic (Allium sativum L) at Koga Irrigation Scheme, Ethiopia
Get PDFGarlic (Allium sativum L.) is a widely cultivated and economically important crop, valued both as a condiment and a cash crop. However, its production and productivity is often low, which is obviously influenced with plant population and the variety used. A field study was therefore conducted to evaluate the growth and yield performance of garlic varieties under varying intra- and inter-row spacing during the main cropping season at the Koga Irrigation Scheme. The experiment followed a factorial arrangement of three inter-row spacing (20 cm, 30 cm, and 40 cm), three intra-row spacing (5 cm, 10 cm, and 15 cm), and three garlic varieties (Chelenko I, Tseday, local variety) laid out in a Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with three replications. The results demonstrated that the length and diameter of bulbs were significantly affected by spacing and variety. Chelenko I exhibited superior agronomic performance, achieving the highest bulb length (3.737 cm) and bulb diameter (3.972 cm). The 10 cm × 30 cm spacing produced the largest bulb (4.232 cm in diameter and 3.908 cm in length). The highest fresh biomass yield (134.27 g plant⁻¹), dry biomass yield (61.40 g plant⁻¹), dry matter content (30.70%), and mean bulb weight (41.59 g) were obtained with Chelenko I at 10 cm x 30 cm spacing. The maximum total bulb yield (14.737 t ha⁻¹) was recorded with Chelenko I at 5 cm x 20 cm spacing. In conclusion, Chelenko I planted at 10 cm intra-row and 30 cm inter-row spacing is recommended for enhanced growth yield and bulb quality at Koga Irrigation Scheme. As the study was conducted in one location and season, it is also recommended to repeat the study in more locations and seasons
Converb in Dizin
No full textThis paper describes converbs in Dizin, one of the least linguistically studied Omotic languages in the southwest part of Ethiopia. Its objective is describing and documenting converbs that appear in the language. The study follows a qualitative research approach. The data were collected using elicitation from key informants and from natural texts recorded in Maji district in 2022. The findings show that Dizin has three types of converb: general converb marked by covert suffix-∅, same-subject anterior converb –tej and different-subject anterior converb-n. The study also shows that converb clauses occur preceding the matrix clause, which accords with s-o-v languages. The study further shows that general converbs in Dizin express adverbial modification for manner, or as causal reading, and as narrative for clause-chaining, while the different-subject anterior converb and same-subject anterior converbs express events which take place one after the other. Furthermore, the study shows that some converbs become lexicalized into agent nouns and adverbs
Naming of Some Selected Macro Settlement Places in Gojjam
No full textThis study aims to investigate the naming systems, meanings, and languages of place names, contributing to sociolinguistic knowledge for the people. The study employs a descriptive qualitative research design. In-depth interviews and document consultations were used as tools for data collection. The raw data of place names were taken from the zone and woreda agriculture offices. Informants, who included experts in the Culture and Tourism Office, elderly people, and clergymen, were selected purposively. The data analysis showed that some selected macro settlement place names are bestowed in single, paired, and /Ɂnnə-/-based personal name systems. These personal name-based place name systems are indexations of acclaimed individuals and founders who established their territories in their names. On the other hand, name systems are signs of territorial administrative integration, reflecting the psychology of acclaimed individuals, people’s experiences, and human circumstances in life. Moreover, some macro settlement place names have water, gender, land features, time, and religion-based name systems. Semantically, these settlement place names have referential and connotative meanings. Despite the language of the names, some were bestowed in Amharic and Ge’ez, while others were named in a Ge᾽ez-Amharic hybrid. Moreover, a few of the names were in Afaan Oromo and Hebrew. Essentially, place names were manifestations of geospatial identity, human coincidence, religious affiliation, and the natural characteristics of the landscape in various socio-cultural dimensions