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    Academic Challenges faced by Students in Higher Education during COVID-19 Pandemic
    (2020-07) Uzorka, Afam; Makeri, Yakubu Ajiji
    This research examines academic challenges faced by students in Higher Education during COVID-19 pandemic. The population of the study consisted of undergraduates, postgraduates and lecturers in selected universities in Uganda. The researchers adopted qualitative approach which involved the use of questionnaire and interview. 120 students and 10 lecturers participated in the study. Questionnaires using a 5 point Likert-scale were administered to all 120 respondents while interviews were conducted with 5 undergraduates, 5 postgraduates and 10 lecturers. Data analyses indicated seven main academic challenges faced by students in higher education during COVID-19 pandemic namely: lack of e-learning facilities, financial constrain, Conducive environment, teachers attitude, learning new skills, lack of interest and stress and anxiety. Based on the findings, there is need for adjustment requiring all tiers of education to respond to a new and evolving strategy in order to have a continuous flow in education process, making education accessible, affordable, anytime and anywhere, mitigating and restraining the effects of any gaps created by any form of disruption in education system
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    Adjusting to Deliver Quality Education in Response to COVID-19
    (2020-07) Uzorka Afam, Ajiji Makere Yakubu
    With school closure across the globe due to coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19), students can continue their education through e-learning platforms.
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    Adoption of E-Learning technologies in education Institutions/organizations: A Literature Review
    (Kampala International University, 2017-10-25) Kimwise, Alone
    Although the advent of E-Learning Technologies presents the best cost effective strategy to teaching and learning, the success of these innovations primarily depends on their adoption. Investment in E-Learning Technologies alone by different institutions/organizations is not enough as its full benefits can only be realized from their full utilization. E-Learning Technologies if well utilized have the capacity to enhance students critical thinking, eliminate geographical barriers, support lifelong learning, reduce costs and increase efficiency at education institutions. E-Learning Technologies are technologies which are based on the backbone of ICT infrastructure. For this reason the Information & Communication Technology adoption models are useful in explaining E-Learning Technologies adoption. A number of models/theories which explain and predict user behaviors and intentions to adopt technologies have been advanced. For this discussion the following models were selected and analyzed, Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA), the origin technology acceptance model (TAM), the TOE framework & the revised TAM model.
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    Advances in Laboratory Diagnosis and Clinical Management of Gilbert Disease
    (IAA Journal of Scientific Research, 2024) Nkiruka R Ukibe; Chioma Theresa Onwe; C.E. Onah; Ezinne G. Ukibe; Blessing C. Ukibe; Victory Ezennia Ukibe; Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu
    Gilbert’s syndrome (GS) is an extensively mild condition characterized by periods of elevated levels of bilirubin in the blood. The bilirubin is an orange yellowish tinted molecule which is produced when red blood cells are broken down and this substance is eliminated from the body only after it undergoes bio-transformation in the liver which converts unconjugated bilirubin to conjugated bilirubin. When the level of unconjugated bilirubin increases beyond a determined point, the bilirubin pigment starts to discolour the cornea of the eyes (making them to appear light yellow) and with higher levels the skin may also turn to yellow (jaundice). Gilbert’s syndrome also known as constitutional hepatic dysfunction and familial non haemolytic jaundice. People with Gilbert’s syndrome have an inherited abnormality that causes reduced production of an enzyme involved in processing of bilirubin. A presumptive diagnosis of Gilbert’s syndrome is made when unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia is noted on several occasions.
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    Advances in Laboratory Diagnosis and Clinical Management ofGilbert Disease :A Comprehensive Review
    (IAA Journal of Scientific Research, 2024-06-01) Nkiruka R Ukibe; Chioma Theresa Onwe; C.E. Onah Ezinne G Ukibe; Blessing C.Ukibe; Victory Ezennia Ukibe; Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu
    Gilbert’s syndrome (GS) is an extensively mild condition characterized by periods of elevated levels of bilirubin in the blood. The bilirubin is an orange yellowish tinted molecule which is produced when red blood cells are broken down and this substance is eliminated from the body only after it undergoes bio-transformation in the liver which converts unconjugated bilirubin to conjugated bilirubin. When the level of unconjugated bilirubin increases beyond a determined point, the bilirubin pigment starts to discolour the cornea of the eyes (making them to appear light yellow) and with higher levels the skin may also turn to yellow (jaundice). Gilbert’s syndrome also known as constitutional hepatic dysfunction and familial non haemolytic jaundice. People with Gilbert’s syndrome have an inherited abnormality that causes reduced production of an enzyme involved in processing of bilirubin. A
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    Attitudes of parents towards education of hearing impaired children in an inclusive setting of selected primary schools: A case study of Rimoi primary school, Keiyo district-Kenya
    (College of Education, Open & Distance Learning, 2008-11) Chepchieng, M. Sirma
    The purpose of the study was to find out whether attitudes of Keiyo’s towards education of the children with hearing impairment was positive or negative...
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    Blockchain Technology in Supply Chain Management
    (RESEARCH INVENTION JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN EDUCATION, 2024) Kawino A. A.
    Blockchain technology has emerged as a groundbreaking solution for addressing various challenges in supply chain management (SCM). This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the integration of blockchain technology into SCM, focusing on its definition, importance, key features, challenges, applications, and future trends. The paper begins by elucidating the concept of blockchain technology and its significance in fostering transparency, trust, and real-time data management in supply chains. It explores the potential of blockchain in enhancing accountability, traceability, collaboration, and decentralization across diverse industries and applications. Furthermore, the paper discusses the challenges inherent in traditional SCM and how blockchain technology can mitigate these challenges, particularly in areas such as transparency, traceability, and counterfeit prevention. Several real-world blockchain applications in SCM are examined, including food safety, product authenticity, and supply chain transparency. Finally, the paper explores future trends and implications of blockchain technology in SCM, highlighting the need for deeper integration, development, and self-decentralization to create more flexible and adaptive supply chain systems.
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    Blockchain Technology in Supply Chain Management:
    (Kampala International University, 2024) Kawino A. A.
    Blockchain technology has emerged as a groundbreaking solution for addressing various challenges in supply chain management (SCM). This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the integration of blockchain technology into SCM, focusing on its definition, importance, key features, challenges, applications, and future trends. The paper begins by elucidating the concept of blockchain technology and its significance in fostering transparency, trust, and real-time data management in supply chains. It explores the potential of blockchain in enhancing accountability, traceability, collaboration, and decentralization across diverse industries and applications. Furthermore, the paper discusses the challenges inherent in traditional SCM and how blockchain technology can mitigate these challenges, particularly in areas such as transparency, traceability, and counterfeit prevention. Several real-world blockchain applications in SCM are examined, including food safety, product authenticity, and supply chain transparency. Finally, the paper explores future trends and implications of blockchain technology in SCM, highlighting the need for deeper integration, development, and self-decentralization to create more flexible and adaptive supply chain systems.
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    Cultural factors and sexual practices of women living with HIV / AIDS in South West, Nigeria.
    (2020-05-25) Christianah Olufunbi, Akinbebije; Blessing Ijeoma, Anumkaka; Dahiru, Abba
    The study examined the cultural factors and sexual practices of women living with HIV/AIDS in South West, Nigeria. Three states were chosen out of the six states in South West. One hundred and Eighty Three women living with HIV/AIDS were drawn from the three states. Descriptive survey research design was used for the study. A questionnaire titled “Questionnaire on women living with HIV/AIDS (QWLH/A)” was administered on the respondents. The findings revealed that there is high significant relationship between cultural factor and sexual practices in placing women on the risk of contracting HIV/AIDS. Based on the findings, it was recommended that government should introduce sex education for young Nigerians. The practice of widow inheritance can die slowly by testing both parties involved before the inheritance is carried out.
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    A Cultural-Pragmatic Investigation of Tattoos among the Youth in Kampala-Uganda
    (2019) Akinkurolere Susan Olajoke, Masereka David
    It is increasingly becoming a common practice to get people with tattoos, especially the youth, in Uganda today. In the past, tattoos were reserved for special subgroups like seamen (sailors), and motorcycle riders (bikers). However, it is now prevalent in other segments of the population, especially the young people. To many, tattoos are still strange and mysterious. It is, therefore, imperative to investigate perceptions of such an act in order to bring to fore meanings that either justify or invalidate the trend. The study employed both qualitative and quantitative methods in the analysis. It was discovered that tattooing is premised on deep-root cultural meaning and beliefs. This study, therefore, concluded that ancient tattooing was intricately woven around the cultural perception of tattoos among the young people and their underlying reasons for the practice, which is generally accepted, whereas, modern tattooing is a practice that majority of the youth do not seem to embrace, considering it foreign, merely imported and obscene, relating it mostly to negative behaviours or vices in the society
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    Distance Education and Human Resource Development in Nigeria
    (International Journal of Recent Advances in Multidisciplinary Research :Distance Education and Human Resource Development in Nigeria, 2019-07-31) Menwo Ukechi Osigwe; Idoli, Nwachukwu Ben; Afam Uzorka
    This paper looked at Distance Education and Human Resource Development in Nigeria. It examined the history of distance education in Nigeria and its features. It also examined the benefits of distance education as well as its problems. It suggested various ways in which distance education can be improved in Nigeria in order to achieve a large quantum of human resource development, then the conclusions.
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    DISTANCE EDUCATION AND HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
    (2019-07-31) Osigwe, Menwo Ukechi; Ben, Idoli Nwachukwu; Uzorka, Afam
    This paper looked at Distance Education and Human Resource Development in Nigeria. It examined the history of distance education in Nigeria and its features. It also examined the benefits of distance education as well as its problems. It suggested various ways in which distance education can be improved in Nigeria in order to achieve a large quantum of human resource development, then the conclusion
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    Employee benefits and discipline in private universities in Uganda
    (Integrity Research Journals, 2017-06-14) Emurugat, Immaculate Azabo; Gaite, Sofia Sol; Wunti, Yakubu Ibrahim
    Organizations are operating in a highly competitive environment and to remain relevant they have to be able to respond quickly to ever changing customer demands. Employee benefits is one of the ways used by organizations for attracting and retaining suitable employees as well as facilitating them to improve their performance and thus ensure quality service. This study endeavours to analyze the relationship between employee benefits and discipline in private universities in Uganda. It involved 385 respondents from seven private chartered and accredited universities. Data was collected using a self-administered questionnaire whose validity and reliability was confirmed through Factor Analysis and Cronbach Alpha Test. Descriptive analysis involved the use of means (averages), while Pearson Linear Correlation Coefficient was used to test the hypothesis. The results revealed that employee benefit was a positive significant determinant of discipline of employees. In conclusion employee benefit was an important element in that it influenced the discipline of employees in private universities. It was recommended that managers of organizations such as private universities should put emphasis on employee benefit which will influence the discipline of their employees and thus their retention.
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    Enhancing Primary Education in Katsina Education Zone
    (New port international journal of research, 2024) Aminu Abdulfatah Abdullatif; Bagiwa Zulaihat Lawal
    Primary education lays the foundation for a nation's development, fostering patriotism, fairness, and national unity among children aged 6 to 12. However, challenges such as inadequate funding, ineffective management, and low academic performance persist in Katsina Education Zone, Nigeria. This study investigates the impact of Donor Organizations, including UNICEF, UNESCO, and the World Bank, on the provision of training and retraining for public primary school teachers in Katsina Education Zone. Through a descriptive survey research design, data were collected from 362 respondents, including teachers, administrators, and PTA officials. Findings indicate a positive perception of Donor Organizations' impact on teacher training, with mean scores above the decision mean. Statistical analysis revealed no significant difference in opinions across respondent groups. These findings underscore the importance of external support in addressing educational challenges and suggest decentralization of training selection processes for improved effectiveness.
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    Enhancing Primary Education in Katsina Education Zone:
    (Kampala International University, 2024) Aminu Abdulfatah Abdullatif; Bagiwa Zulaihat Lawal
    Primary education lays the foundation for a nation's development, fostering patriotism, fairness, and national unity among children aged 6 to 12. However, challenges such as inadequate funding, ineffective management, and low academic performance persist in Katsina Education Zone, Nigeria. This study investigates the impact of Donor Organizations, including UNICEF, UNESCO, and the World Bank, on the provision of training and retraining for public primary school teachers in Katsina Education Zone. Through a descriptive survey research design, data were collected from 362 respondents, including teachers, administrators, and PTA officials. Findings indicate a positive perception of Donor Organizations' impact on teacher training, with mean scores above the decision mean. Statistical analysis revealed no significant difference in opinions across respondent groups. These findings underscore the importance of external support in addressing educational challenges and suggest decentralization of training selection processes for improved effectiveness.
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    Female genital mutilation and girl child education in selected schools Namanga Division, Kajiado District, Kenya
    (College of Education, Open & Distance Learning, 2007-11) Koin, Jackline; Nkamalo
    The purpose of this study was to bring to light the effects of Female Genital Mutilation on the girl child education. In particular, the study sought to find a correlation between girl’s admission, retention performance and the practice of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). The objectives of the study were to examine the prevalence of FGM among Primary school girls and its effects on their education, identify the girls’ attitude towards their education after FGM, examine early pregnancies and early marriage in relation to FGM and to examine girls’ health in relation to FGM.
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    Integrating Mindfulness in East African School Curricula
    (Kampala International University, 2024) Kenyangi U. I.
    The integration of mindfulness practices in education has garnered global attention for its potential to enhance cognitive and emotional well-being among students. This paper examines the applicability and benefits of mindfulness-based interventions, such as meditation and yoga, in East African school curricula. The study addresses the current educational challenges in the region, emphasizing the over-reliance on rote learning and the need for fostering creativity and independent thought. Through a review of literature and analysis of global mindfulness programs, the paper explores the potential cognitive and socio-emotional benefits of mindfulness practices for East African students. It also discusses cultural considerations, challenges, and best practices for implementing such programs in a culturally sensitive manner. The findings suggest that while mindfulness practices offer significant benefits, successful integration requires careful adaptation to local cultural contexts and comprehensive teacher training.
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    Integrating Mindfulness in East African School Curricula: Opportunities, Challenges, and Best Practice
    (RESEARCH INVENTION JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN EDUCATION, 2024) Kenyangi U. I.
    The integration of mindfulness practices in education has garnered global attention for its potential to enhance cognitive and emotional well-being among students. This paper examines the applicability and benefits of mindfulness-based interventions, such as meditation and yoga, in East African school curricula. The study addresses the current educational challenges in the region, emphasizing the over-reliance on rote learning and the need for fostering creativity and independent thought. Through a review of literature and analysis of global mindfulness programs, the paper explores the potential cognitive and socio-emotional benefits of mindfulness practices for East African students. It also discusses cultural considerations, challenges, and best practices for implementing such programs in a culturally sensitive manner. The findings suggest that while mindfulness practices offer significant benefits, successful integration requires careful adaptation to local cultural contexts and comprehensive teacher training.
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    Integrating Mindfulness in East African School Curricula: Opportunities, Challenges, and Best Practice
    (Research Invention Journal of Research in Education, 2024) Kenyangi U. I.
    The integration of mindfulness practices in education has garnered global attention for its potential to enhance cognitive and emotional well-being among students. This paper examines the applicability and benefits of mindfulness-based interventions, such as meditation and yoga, in East African school curricula. The study addresses the current educational challenges in the region, emphasizing the over-reliance on rote learning and the need for fostering creativity and independent thought. Through a review of literature and analysis of global mindfulness programs, the paper explores the potential cognitive and socio-emotional benefits of mindfulness practices for East African students. It also discusses cultural considerations, challenges, and best practices for implementing such programs in a culturally sensitive manner. The findings suggest that while mindfulness practices offer significant benefits, successful integration requires careful adaptation to local cultural contexts and comprehensive teacher training.
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    Integrating Skills into Higher Education in Sub-Saharan African
    (Kampala International University, 2021-10) Anumaka Ijeoma Blessing; Afam Uzorka; Danson Musinguzi; Richard Twinamatsiko
    Danson Musinguzi, Dept of Biological Sciences,KIU [email protected] Richard Twinamatsiko [email protected] Higher education in recent years has become complicated, because of the COVID19 pandemic making content delivering complex, and skills acquisition a bit difficult to learners. into all programs and courses in Sub-Saharan universities to improve economic development and increase employability. Teaching in higher education is a complex passing of knowledge and skills to learners. Unfortunately, universities in Sub-Saharan Africa teach mainly theories. The expected outcomes of higher education, are supposed to produce learned and productive individuals with skills that can manipulate, alter or change environment technically into a much better environment, in every aspect. The method of the study is constructivism, interpretative paradigm and knowledge claims; X rays some of the difficulties in including skills in higher education and also suggests ways.