5 research outputs found
On logistic regression versus support vectors machine using vaccination dataset
No full textThe performance of two classification techniques, logistic regression and Support Vector Machines (SVMs), in assessing vaccination data is investigated in this study. The model was trained based on leave-out-one cross validation to obtain an accurate result. Simulated with ten thousand replications, a life data set was used to establish a better model. The findings from the simulation revealed that the logistic regression model slightly outperformed the SVM while the life data shows that the tuned SVM outperformed both the logistic and the SVM. This demonstrates the practical utility of advanced approaches such as SVMs in difficult categorization scenarios such as vaccination prediction. The study emphasizes the superiority of the customized SVM model in this setting, as well as the potential of machine learning approaches to increase comprehension of complicated healthcare scenarios and guide data-driven decision-making for influencing vaccination plans and public health. The study recommends the use of logistic regression if the data point is high
Psychoeducation for psychological issues and birth preparedness in LMICs: A systematic review
No full textBackground: Psychological issues usually accompany the pregnancy of first-time mothers and psychoeducational interventions might be effective in addressing these concerns and preparing first-time mothers for childbirth and the postnatal period. This study aimed to identify, analyse and synthesise the components as well as determine the effectiveness of psychoeducational interventions that are used for managing psychological issues and enhancing birth preparedness among primigravid women or couples in LMICs.
Method: A systematic search of 12 databases (APA PsycINFO, Emcare, Embase, MEDLINE(R), Ovid Nursing, British Nursing Index, Health and Medical Collection, ProQuest, CINAHL, Cochrane, Hinari and PubMed) was conducted to identify relevant studies published between 1946 and October 2021. Quality of the included studies was appraised by the JBI critical appraisal tool and a narrative synthesis was conducted to analyse data extracted from included articles. The systematic review protocol is registered with PROSPERO (CRD42021237896).
Findings: The initial search yielded 8,658 articles. Sixteen articles including seven randomised controlled trials and nine non-randomised trials met the inclusion criteria and were selected and reviewed for quality. Thirty-nine outcomes were measured in the studies including psychological outcomes, birth preparedness outcomes and other outcomes. The design of the interventions included antenatal education that was delivered through lectures, role plays, trainings, and antenatal counselling. All the psychoeducational interventions had a significant effect (p <. 05; Cohen’s d or Hedge’ g = 0.2 to 1.9) on certain psychological outcomes including childbirth attitude, fear of childbirth, depression, fear, and anxiety and birth preparedness outcomes.
Interpretation: Although first-time mothers experience a range of psychological issues during pregnancy, psychoeducational interventions were beneficial in addressing their psychological concerns. It would appear that these interventions are less expensive and could be easily implemented in LMICs. However, rigorous research like RCTs are hereby warranted to standardise the interventions and outcome assessment tools
EKSU Journal of Management Research (EJMR) : ACCESSIBILITY OF INTERVENTION FUNDS TO MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (MSMES) IN SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA
No full textThe impact financing has on the business performance and capacity development of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in developing the Nigerian economy cannot be over emphasised. This industry is saddled with the potential to reach out to relatively low scale investors, hence developing the home industries. However, in spite of vast interventions from government, MSMEs have long-suffered from never-ending challenges of competitive disadvantage, lack of awareness, declining sales growth, poor financing and declining in profitability. With the use of cross-sectional survey design, data was collected from a sample size of 1,560 out of a population of 6,445,452 MSMEs in South-West, Nigeria. The multiple regression results showed that MSMEs in this region had a low access to intervention funds (Anchor borrowers (ANCR), Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Fund (MSMF), BOI/YES Funding, Agricultural credit Guarantee scheme Fund (ACSF), Agri-Business/Small and Medium Enterprise Investment Scheme (AGSMEIS) and Targeted Credit Facility (TCF), as indicated by the mean score of 1.77 on the scale of 5. This was due to the lack of awareness of these intervention fund schemes. The research suggests that the Central Bank of Nigeria should guarantee an enhanced accessibility of funding to MSMEs at a reduced cost, in order to foster their expansion. Emphasis should also be placed on revitalising most of the dying intervention fund schemes as the study has shown that although they are integral in the revitalisation of the MSMEs, these intervention funds are largely unknown and not useful
EKSU Journal of Management Research (EJMR) : ACCESSIBILITY OF INTERVENTION FUNDS TO MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (MSMES) IN SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA
No full textThe impact financing has on the business performance and capacity development of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in developing the Nigerian economy cannot be over emphasised. This industry is saddled with the potential to reach out to relatively low scale investors, hence developing the home industries. However, in spite of vast interventions from government, MSMEs have long-suffered from never-ending challenges of competitive disadvantage, lack of awareness, declining sales growth, poor financing and declining in profitability. With the use of cross-sectional survey design, data was collected from a sample size of 1,560 out of a population of 6,445,452 MSMEs in South-West, Nigeria. The multiple regression results showed that MSMEs in this region had a low access to intervention funds (Anchor borrowers (ANCR), Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Fund (MSMF), BOI/YES Funding, Agricultural credit Guarantee scheme Fund (ACSF), Agri-Business/Small and Medium Enterprise Investment Scheme (AGSMEIS) and Targeted Credit Facility (TCF), as indicated by the mean score of 1.77 on the scale of 5. This was due to the lack of awareness of these intervention fund schemes. The research suggests that the Central Bank of Nigeria should guarantee an enhanced accessibility of funding to MSMEs at a reduced cost, in order to foster their expansion. Emphasis should also be placed on revitalising most of the dying intervention fund schemes as the study has shown that although they are integral in the revitalisation of the MSMEs, these intervention funds are largely unknown and not useful
EKSU JOURNAL OF EDUCATION: Two Nations, Two Language Policies: What Innovations and Hullabaloos!
No full textThis paper examines the language policies of two African nations, Nigeria and Kenya. We explain the subtleties and obstacles that could either facilitate or hinder the execution of these national language policies. Over the years, the Nigerian government has struggled to document its linguistic preferences and mandates. The introduction of the New National Language Policy in 2022 is a welcome development; however, its implementation is not yet visibly feasible. In contrast, Kenya’s language policy emphasizes the role of Kiswahili and mother tongue education, as outlined in the Constitution of Kenya (2010) and the national language policy. The paper draws on extensive literature and critical analysis of the national language policies of the two nations. It highlights the contents and explicates various innovations enunciated in these policies. The paper, therefore, concludes that parents, government, and all stakeholders involved in the use of language should do the needful for the proper implementation of the policies to preserve the indigenous languages for generations born and unborn. It recommends that various stakeholders and the government wake up to their responsibilities toward the proper implementation of the policies. Additionally, the government should publicize the necessary roles of various stakeholders for the fruitful implementation of the language policies
