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{"title":"Effects of E-Learning on Colleges of Education Tutors: A Case Study on Nusrat Jahan Ahmadiyya College of Education and Mccoy College of Education","authors":"Vincent Kofi Akwensi, John Asibuo Boakye","doi":"10.54536/ajiri.v2i3.1925","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajiri.v2i3.1925","url":null,"abstract":"E-Learning is an electronic technology to access any educational format curriculum in Ghana or any part of the world outside of a physical or traditional classroom. Official Public Service Announcement on Coronavirus from the World Health Organization (WHO) has led to the improvement of our educational system in the whole wide world and Ghana as a country. In an attempt to contain and control the spread of the virus, the President instituted social distancing protocols and directed the closure of schools on the 16th of March 2020. To ensure the continuity of teaching and learning, the president of the Republic of Ghana directed the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Communication to ensure that they roll out distance and remote learning programmes for all students. The aim of the study was to assess the effects of e-learning on the Colleges of Education Tutors using the Nusrat Jahan Ahmadiyya and Mccoy College of Education as case studies. A total of 100 tutors were recruited for the study. The study found that the time allocated for eLearning is not enough, the nature of accessible programming for students’ learning is not effective and there is no enough demonstration during e-lessons. Also, the study revealed that the course contents are based on the outline provided. The study also revealed that, to solve the challenges, ensuring a friendly user interface will help solve the challenges in e-learning, and tutors may start using e-learning with the assistance of their associates. Also, ICT courses should be made compulsory for tutors to undertake them. The study concludes among others that the time allocated for eLearning is not enough due to the demand of the course outline. The study therefore recommends among others that there is the need for innovative teaching strategies, course design specific to online education, and the development of good online teaching skills by tutors and these are significant components of quality and effective online education.","PeriodicalId":393771,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation","volume":"2 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-08-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131299839","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Achievement and Aspiration of Local Colleges and Universities on the Research Agenda of Funding Institutions: Basis for Research Capability Building","authors":"Maricel F. Mauricio","doi":"10.54536/ajiri.v2i3.1851","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajiri.v2i3.1851","url":null,"abstract":"This study was conducted for a specific purpose: to assess the research culture in the local colleges and universities and to propose an enhanced research capacity-building program. There were sixteen informants of this study; four administrators and twelve faculty members in the local colleges and universities in the CAMANAVA area namely: The University of Caloocan City, City of Malabon University, Navotas Polytechnic College and Valenzuela City Polytechnic College. A Purposive sampling technique was used to identify the informants. The study made use of a qualitative research approach. The data were collected from individual interviews with the administrators and faculty members. Using open coding, six (6) themes were emerged from the interviews and analysis of the document: philosophical research perspective, impact on institution’s growth and development, motivational components in research engagement, promoting the research culture, managing challenges and impediments and enhancing research capability. The informants identified the challenges in the development of the intensified research culture in the local colleges and universities which includes the scarcity of funds, research skills and expertise, network resources, and time constraint. These can be resolved through the enhancement of research capabalities and development programs. Generally, the study concluded that the research is indeed a powerful tool in addressing institutional problems and the utmost contribution of faculty members of the local colleges and universities in the academic and curricular programs and institutional growth and development. The institutional support will address the compelling need of the local colleges and universities to improve their research capability and research output.","PeriodicalId":393771,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation","volume":"36 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-08-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116314924","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Zooming into the Lived Experiences of Mathematics Teachers in the Implementation of the Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) Approach","authors":"Gimmel Edquilag, Orville Jr Evardo, Ivy Lyt Abina","doi":"10.54536/ajiri.v2i3.1815","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajiri.v2i3.1815","url":null,"abstract":"Mathematics educators are constantly searching for new and innovative approaches to teaching with the goal of improving student learning outcomes. This phenomenological study aimed to describe the lived experiences of mathematics teachers in implementing the Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) Approach. The study was participated by 13 mathematics teachers, and data were gathered through in-depth interviews and a focus group discussion. Thematic analysis was used to interpret the data guided by Colaizzi’s method. Findings revealed that participants experienced struggles in instruction and assessment, adapted growth mindset and employed support systems, had milestones in the implementation of the CER Approach, and were open to continuous personal and professional development. Furthermore, the teachers’ resiliency and adaptability in the process and the school’s support helped overcome the issues encountered in implementing the CER Approach. The findings imply that the use of CER Approach have the potential to improve the reasoning skills of students in mathematics. Further, it is recommended that mathematics teachers continue to utilize the approach and that educational institutions should provide proper training to teachers through In-Service Training (INSET).","PeriodicalId":393771,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation","volume":"11 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-08-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114640149","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Managing Convergence of Journalisme and Social Media in Indonesia","authors":"Dudi Iskandar, I. Suryawati, D. Susilo, Liliyana Liliyana","doi":"10.54536/ajiri.v2i3.1805","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajiri.v2i3.1805","url":null,"abstract":"In the era of contemporary media convergence, the interconnection of journalism and social media is inevitable. New media journalism included in the mass media family cannot stand alone without the presence of social media. Therefore, the management of journalism and social media in mass media companies has currently been a given. Without the link between journalism and social media, it is undoubting that the media company is lame, outdated, and on the verge of collapse, because it is abandoned by its readers, audiences and advertisers. The aim of this study is to describe the process of linked journalism in social media in Indonesia, especially in three media groups. Those are Media Group Network, Republika Group, and MNC Group. This study uses qualitative analysis and data collection techniques of observation, interviews, and library study. The results of this study show that the three media groups have differences in managing their journalism and social media. Media Group Network separates all social media under its authority. Republika Group unites all social media under one roof, while MNC Group differentiates in each of its subsidiary groups. This difference has consequences on the number of their followers. Social media under Media Group Network and MNC Group have relatively few followers due to the large number of media subsidiaries under their auspices. On the other hand, the number of the followers of Republika Group is larger because all media subsidiaries are united in one social media platform of Republika Group.","PeriodicalId":393771,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation","volume":"2 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128394369","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Nigerian Students’ Information Needs and Behaviour when Seeking Information at NIMS University in Jaipur, India","authors":"I. Adamu, Rajeev Vashistha, A. Jumare","doi":"10.54536/ajiri.v2i3.781","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajiri.v2i3.781","url":null,"abstract":"The study’s goal was to figure out the Nigerian students at NIMS University, Jaipur information-seeking behaviour, and needs. In this study, a survey research approach was utilized. The sample population was chosen using a random sampling technique. To collect data, a structured, closed-ended questionnaire was distributed to 100 students from Nigeria who are enrolled in the School of Humanities, Social Science, and Commerce. 91 of the 100 questionnaires that were distributed to 25 female and 75 male Nigerian students were completed and returned successfully. The study looks at three distinct programmes: B.Sc., MSc/MLIsc., and Ph.D. According to the study’s findings, research scholars require information in order to write research articles about immigration and study programmes for Nigerian students. According to the study, the majority of Nigerian students and researchers to find information, use electronic resources like databases and electronic journals and books. Nigerian students, according to the findings, do not frequently use the library because of the language barrier.","PeriodicalId":393771,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation","volume":"12 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126639633","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Development of Student-Based Interactive Physics Activity (Sipa): Basis of Conceptual Change in Force and Motion","authors":"Adones B Cabural, Elesar V. Malicoban, A. Buan, Ivy Claire V Mordeno, Neal Alfie Y Lasta","doi":"10.54536/ajiri.v2i3.1415","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajiri.v2i3.1415","url":null,"abstract":"This study aimed the following: (1) develop a Student-based Interactive Physics Activity (SIPA) app game and (2) determine the conceptual change in Force and Motion. The study employed a developmental research design with three phases: input, process, and output. The Physics activity was intended for classroom instruction, especially for grade 9 students. The evaluation of the SIPA app game was done by the in-service Physics teachers using the App Checklist for Educators (ACE). The readability of the Physics activity was administered using Flesch-Kincaid Test. The result of the evaluation was the basis for the enhancement of the app game and learning activity. The SIPA app game was commendable regarding student interest, design features, connection to curriculum, instruction features, and rating and review. The modified Physics activity was ascertained appropriate for Grade 9 learners. The leaners improved; thus, the SIPA app game was proven workable.","PeriodicalId":393771,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation","volume":"142 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-04-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116551677","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Behavior of Non-Hazardous Wastes in Concrete Bricks for Load Bearing Wall","authors":"J. R. S. Ursua, Ajimar S Borlan, Rex Y Galopo, Edgar S Malayo, Jeril G Gayomali, Kit Adrian H Ladromo","doi":"10.54536/ajiri.v2i2.1340","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajiri.v2i2.1340","url":null,"abstract":"As the world continues to grow, so does the demand for building materials necessary for building homes. About 20% of the population needs adequate housing. On the other hand, the problem with solid waste management has become a constant challenge over the years. As a result, innovators always try to resolve these issues while putting out economical and environment-friendly materials. This study aims to determine the feasibility of utilizing the following non-hazardous household wastes; PET, HDPE, and LDPE plastic wastes; bones from fish, poultry, and livestock animals; shredded used paper and tin cans in making an effective a practical concrete brick for load-bearing wall. The researchers tested the possibility of creating a concrete brick using cement, sand, and non-hazardous household wastes through compressive strength, water absorption, and efflorescence tests. The findings showed that using non-hazardous household wastes in concrete brick has a great significance in alleviating the effect of solid wastes conforming to the standards of ASTM C90 – Standard Specification for Load-Bearing Masonry Units, IS 3495 (Part 2) 1992 and ASTM C67. The study shows the great possibility of the produced sand brick as a building material and an excellent tool for resolving the issue of solid waste management.","PeriodicalId":393771,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation","volume":"58 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122863943","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Analysis of Safety Behaviour of Workers Under Small-Scale Construction Sites: A Case Study of Anambra State","authors":"E. Ogunjiofor, Judith Ngozi Okoye, Ifeamnyi Ezeonyi","doi":"10.54536/ajiri.v2i2.1206","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajiri.v2i2.1206","url":null,"abstract":"Small-scale construction companies are predominant in developing countries and it is the most hazardous places in construction sites. Accidents mostly occur on construction sites due to a high level of safety ignorance and the nonchalant attitude of workers and management. The research aimed to investigate the actual behavior of workers at the selected sites regarding safety compliance, nutrition, alcohol use and smoking. This is highly necessary due to the high level of reported accidents and fatalities of the workers. And also recommend measures for improving how safety practices are implemented at a construction site. The interview and questionnaire approach was adopted to study the 150 participants. The data were analysed through SPSS. Research shows that 85% of construction workers are non-compliant with safety regulations because of their ignorance, poor safety training and lack of inspectors It was discovered that the majority of the small-scale contractors had no written health and safety policy within their companies and that made the level of understanding of the workers on safety and health policies very low. This has made the workers not care about wearing safety devices. The study was also extended to include behaviors related to food, alcohol and smoking. It was discovered that most of the workers don’t observe simple hygiene and eat junk meals at the site. They smoke and share cigarettes on the site, not knowing that it was a means of sharing communicable diseases.","PeriodicalId":393771,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation","volume":"39 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"120911059","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Correlation of Physical Spaces, Mental Health and Work Performance in Lockdowns- the Case of Saudi Arabia","authors":"M. Alsharif","doi":"10.54536/ajiri.v2i2.1267","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajiri.v2i2.1267","url":null,"abstract":"In order to determine the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of workers’ cognitive performance, as well as on work engagement and work environment, we anticipated that there would be a correlation between the variables. The study included 600 participants, of whom 597 responded, resulting in data collection from 597 participants. The participants’ approval was required before any demographic data could be obtained. The study was carried out during the first pandemic wave, which brought about an immediate lockdown and compelled the majority of the firm to switch to having their employees work from home. The results of the data suggested that there was only a very little correlation between the variables, however the outcomes of the research revealed that there was a definite relationship. It is not notable, in this research’s outcomes that leaning on social resources may help decrease COVID-19 anxiety. This discovery comes at a time when the favorable theoretical effect of work crafts continues to rise.","PeriodicalId":393771,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation","volume":"63 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"117334401","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Study on Occupational Stress of Working Women- Special Reference to Government Schools, Divisional Secretariat, and Hospital","authors":"M. Aroosiya, A. G. I. M. Ithrees, Ibnu Suhood Narsheeth, A. Nawela, AR Mohamed Mahir","doi":"10.54536/ajiri.v2i2.1270","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.54536/ajiri.v2i2.1270","url":null,"abstract":"Working women are often forced to take on multiple duties, such as working at home, and at the workplace, which can lead to stressful situations. They are also conditioned to be more obedient, fearful, and incapable of dealing with obstacles, leading to a foundation for stress. The primary objective of the study is to examine the level of occupational stress of working women attached to government schools, divisional secretariat, and hospital. A total of 120 working women were chosen at random from government schools (40), divisional secretariat (40), and hospital (40) in Nintavur which is situated in Ampara district of Sri Lanka. The measuring tool was modified questionnaire developed by Aroosiya and Ali (2016), consisting of 24 questions. This research is based on two hypotheses; Working women attached to government schools, divisional secretariat, and hospital in Nintavur do have occupational stress; There is significant difference between the occupational stress of working women attached to government schools, divisional secretariat, and hospital in Nintavur based on demographic variables. Descriptive statistics were applied to the data. The study’s findings revealed that the level of occupational stress among working women at Nintavur’s government schools, divisional secretariat, and hospital was moderate level. Moreover, the employees attached to Divisional Secretariat, Government School, and Hospital have the moderate mean score by comparing the demographic variable “Working Station”. Further, Management Service Officers has the highest mean score by comparing the demographic variable “Type of Position”.","PeriodicalId":393771,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation","volume":"4 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"132811616","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}