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{"title":"Examining Teaching Methods and School Environment Effects on Primary School Learning: A Case Study in Cote d’Ivoire","authors":"Soro Missongui Ange Emmanuela, Euphrasie Joviale Guitey","doi":"10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11302","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11302","url":null,"abstract":"The pursuit of effective and quality education leads the Ivorian government to put in place strategies to improve the school context; the initial teaching method, the competency-based approach (APC) has evolved to become the reframed competency-based approach (APCR). \u0000Schools, for their part, will benefit from overall sanitation for their rehabilitation and the recruitment of teachers will be more selective. However, it is clear that despite these efforts, the academic level of students does not improve much. The recent evaluation of the CONFEMEN 2019 Education Systems Analysis Program demonstrates the delay accumulated by Ivorian students. This article therefore questions the effect of the teaching method as well as schooling conditions on the acquisition of academic skills among primary school learners. The use of a quantitative research method as well as second source documents made a significant contribution to the study. The analysis of the results indicated that the teaching method and study conditions have a major impact on learner results. In conducting our reflection, we will use a hierarchical linear model which is an extension of classic regression methods offering the possibility of capturing the information integrated in each of the learners' contexts of existence. This article is of capital importance insofar as it allows decision-makers to have a basis with a view to improving study conditions in Cote d'Ivoire.","PeriodicalId":505052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140241080","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":"Factors Hindering Church Growth in Rwanda: A Case Study of the Lutheran Church of Rwanda (LCR)","authors":"Emmanuel Murisa","doi":"10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11301","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11301","url":null,"abstract":"There are several factors that can cause the church not to grow. Some of these factors include lack of enthusiasm for evangelism, internal squabbles, weak discipleship, pastors who are not developed in leadership and weak stewardship. In order for the church to adhere to the great commission, it is imperative for church growth. “Church Growth” is the discipline that seeks to analyse how Christian churches grow, both numerically and spiritually. Numerical growth can include attendance at worship, membership and the number of congregations. Spiritual growth is measured by how people seek the love of God and practices to the neighbours. However, it is harder to quantify, but it is an essential part of the subject. The findings revealed that lack of strategic plan for evangelism, lack of Christian stewardship and lack of leadership skills are among the factors that contributed to making the LCR not to grow. It is therefore recommended that there should be a proper plan for evangelism methods like house to house evangelism, open air meetings and seminars. It is further recommended that Christians of the LCR should take their responsibilities to ensuring that they use their gifts, time, money and talents to make sure that the church grows both spiritually and numerically. The research concludes that the LCR has all the potentiality to grow spiritually and numerically. The church has to take advantage of the growing number of the citizens in Rwanda especially in big cities like Kigali to expand and grow. For this to happen, new strategies for evangelism and discipleship together with mutual relationships between leaders and congregants are most needed.","PeriodicalId":505052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140245973","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":"Storytelling as a Strategy to Attract Tourists Visiting the Sunan Kalijaga’s Penjamasan Pusaka Tourist Attraction","authors":"Fatkurrohman, Muhammad Baiquni, Mukhtasar Syamsuddin, H. A. Kusworo","doi":"10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11300","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11300","url":null,"abstract":"The Sunan Kalijaga’s penjamasan pusaka tourist attraction has been included in the calendar of events of Demak Tourism Service since 1976. However, tourists visiting to this tourist attraction of penjamasan pusaka have not increased significantly. This research aims to analyze the causes of the minimal number of tourists coming to this penjamasan pusaka tourist attraction. This research method uses a phenomenological approach which is used to explore detailed data on informants. The results of the research show that the dissemination of information related to Sunan Kalijaga’s penjamasan pusaka tourism attraction only relies on posters and banners so this is not effective in attracting tourist interest. Therefore, it needs an alternative step by using storytelling about the religious meaning of penjamasan pusaka. Finally, it is hoped that this storytelling will increase tourist visits so that it not only preserves this tourist attraction, but also the prosperity of the people in the destination.","PeriodicalId":505052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140408565","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":"Assessing Personality Traits of School Administrators: A Big Five Perspective","authors":"Zeytun Yıldırım, S. Göksoy","doi":"10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11299","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11299","url":null,"abstract":"This research aims to evaluate the personality characteristics of school administrators in terms of the big five personality theory characteristics. With research, in order to bring about positive changes in the education system. It aims to provide guidance on developing effective methods for the development and improvement of school administrators' personality traits. Five factor personality traits of school administrators were examined according to variables such as gender, professional seniority, seniority at school and education level. In this research, the survey model, one of the quantitative research models, was used. It was held in the 2022-2023 academic year in Sakarya province Hendek district with the participation of school principals and deputy principals working at all public primary, secondary and high school levels. 84 school administrators participated in the research. “Five Factor Personality Scale” was used in the research. As a result of the research, it was concluded that school administrators perceived themselves positively at the level of \"partially agree\" with their personality traits. According to the results of the research, the personality characteristics of school administrators do not differ according to gender variable, and in terms of professional seniority variable; It has been observed that school administrators with 20 years or more of seniority have higher \"responsibilities\". When looked at in terms of the seniority variable at school, it has been observed that school administrators with 7 years or more of seniority have higher \"responsibility\" levels than school administrators with 1-3 years and 4-6 years of seniority. When looked at in terms of the education level variable, no significant difference was found between personality traits and education level. It was concluded that there is a positive, moderate, and significant relationship between the big five personality sub-dimensions of school administrators: extraversion, responsibility, agreeableness and openness.","PeriodicalId":505052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140447517","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":"Exploring Fashion Hair Dyeing Behavior through the Stimulus-Response Model: The Mediating Effects of Professional Technology and Transaction Interaction","authors":"Hsiu-Ping Yang, Wei-Shang Fan, Ming-Chun Tsai","doi":"10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11298","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11298","url":null,"abstract":"This study was conducted to explore hair dyeing behaviors among Taiwanese adolescents; analyze future market trends for fashion hair dyes; investigate the effects of social media, fashion trends, and product awareness on behavioral intentions; identify the mediating effects of professional technology and transaction interactions on behavioral intentions; and validate the overall fit of a model outlining the interrelationships between the aforementioned factors.This study was conducted in general and vocational schools across northern, central, and southern Taiwan. Students were surveyed between February 7, 2023, and July 21, 2023. \u0000Drawing inspiration from the Stimulus-Organism-Response theory, we constructed a comprehensive model incorporating six dimensions—social media, fashion trends, product awareness, transaction interaction, professional technology, and behavioral intention. The survey gathered 370 valid responses, primarily from female students in technical senior high schools. Students’ responses on a 32-item questionnaire were rated on a 5-point Likert scale. Reliability analysis, partial least squares structural equation modeling, and validity analysis were performed to assess the study model.Our findings revealed a high reliability and a good fit in structural equation modeling. Validity analysis confirmed convergent and discriminant validity. Bootstrapping revealed substantial differences between ordinary and technical high schools in hair dyeing behaviors. Professional technology mediated the correlation between fashion trends and behavioral intentions and that between product awareness and behavioral intentions.This study advances our theoretical understanding and offers valuable practical insights for businesses in the hair care industry. The application of the Stimulus-Organism-Response theory revealed adolescents’ complex hair dyeing behaviors. The observed model fit indicates the relevance of this framework in explaining the multifaceted dynamics of consumer decision-making. Regarding practical benefits, this study guides businesses toward natural hair dyes aligned with consumers’ health and environmental preferences.","PeriodicalId":505052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139847093","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":"Exploring Fashion Hair Dyeing Behavior through the Stimulus-Response Model: The Mediating Effects of Professional Technology and Transaction Interaction","authors":"Hsiu-Ping Yang, Wei-Shang Fan, Ming-Chun Tsai","doi":"10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11298","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11298","url":null,"abstract":"This study was conducted to explore hair dyeing behaviors among Taiwanese adolescents; analyze future market trends for fashion hair dyes; investigate the effects of social media, fashion trends, and product awareness on behavioral intentions; identify the mediating effects of professional technology and transaction interactions on behavioral intentions; and validate the overall fit of a model outlining the interrelationships between the aforementioned factors.This study was conducted in general and vocational schools across northern, central, and southern Taiwan. Students were surveyed between February 7, 2023, and July 21, 2023. \u0000Drawing inspiration from the Stimulus-Organism-Response theory, we constructed a comprehensive model incorporating six dimensions—social media, fashion trends, product awareness, transaction interaction, professional technology, and behavioral intention. The survey gathered 370 valid responses, primarily from female students in technical senior high schools. Students’ responses on a 32-item questionnaire were rated on a 5-point Likert scale. Reliability analysis, partial least squares structural equation modeling, and validity analysis were performed to assess the study model.Our findings revealed a high reliability and a good fit in structural equation modeling. Validity analysis confirmed convergent and discriminant validity. Bootstrapping revealed substantial differences between ordinary and technical high schools in hair dyeing behaviors. Professional technology mediated the correlation between fashion trends and behavioral intentions and that between product awareness and behavioral intentions.This study advances our theoretical understanding and offers valuable practical insights for businesses in the hair care industry. The application of the Stimulus-Organism-Response theory revealed adolescents’ complex hair dyeing behaviors. The observed model fit indicates the relevance of this framework in explaining the multifaceted dynamics of consumer decision-making. Regarding practical benefits, this study guides businesses toward natural hair dyes aligned with consumers’ health and environmental preferences.","PeriodicalId":505052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139787271","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":"Effects of Drugs and Substance Abuse on Students’ Academic Performance in Secondary Schools in Turkana County, Kenya: Research Methodology Formulation","authors":"Thomas Opiyo Okumu","doi":"10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11297","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11297","url":null,"abstract":"The problem of drug abuse in secondary schools has various adverse effects on student learning, performance and moral habits. Unless this menace of drug abuse is minimized, the schools would become unmanageable since indiscipline cases would become very overwhelming. Investigation of drug abuse and its effects on academic performance in secondary school students in Turkana County, Kenya is still extremely limited. This paper discusses in detail drug and substance abuse in Kenya focusing on its causes, forms and effects on secondary school students. Some previous research studies were cited and presented to support the aforementioned. Various strategies of addressing the associated problems were presented using results from previous studies as yardsticks. This paper succinctly discusses on the research methodology formulations for the future study of drug abuse and its effects on academic performance in secondary school students in Turkana County, Kenya. Questionnaire and other relevant tools shall be the instruments for investigation. The study will target County Director of Education, principals, non-teaching staff, teachers/teaching staff and students in public secondary schools in Turkana County. The thorough investigation is expected to be carried out between August - November 2024 using the formulated questionnaires and interview schedules as data collection tools. In conclusion, the research methodology formulation is expected to be applicable to handle the research objectives.","PeriodicalId":505052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139788288","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":"Effects of Drugs and Substance Abuse on Students’ Academic Performance in Secondary Schools in Turkana County, Kenya: Research Methodology Formulation","authors":"Thomas Opiyo Okumu","doi":"10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11297","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11297","url":null,"abstract":"The problem of drug abuse in secondary schools has various adverse effects on student learning, performance and moral habits. Unless this menace of drug abuse is minimized, the schools would become unmanageable since indiscipline cases would become very overwhelming. Investigation of drug abuse and its effects on academic performance in secondary school students in Turkana County, Kenya is still extremely limited. This paper discusses in detail drug and substance abuse in Kenya focusing on its causes, forms and effects on secondary school students. Some previous research studies were cited and presented to support the aforementioned. Various strategies of addressing the associated problems were presented using results from previous studies as yardsticks. This paper succinctly discusses on the research methodology formulations for the future study of drug abuse and its effects on academic performance in secondary school students in Turkana County, Kenya. Questionnaire and other relevant tools shall be the instruments for investigation. The study will target County Director of Education, principals, non-teaching staff, teachers/teaching staff and students in public secondary schools in Turkana County. The thorough investigation is expected to be carried out between August - November 2024 using the formulated questionnaires and interview schedules as data collection tools. In conclusion, the research methodology formulation is expected to be applicable to handle the research objectives.","PeriodicalId":505052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139848037","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":"South African Government Functionality Assessment through the Eyes of Ordinary Citizens","authors":"B. N. Rasila","doi":"10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11295","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11295","url":null,"abstract":"While there are promises of improving in areas such as creation of jobs, law enforcement, education and other fields by government representatives, it seems as if the targeted beneficiaries or citizens no longer believe in government interventions. They see the government deteriorating in general service delivery and many believe the government functionality in providing safety and better life to all citizens is compromised and in downward trajectory as this is even widely reported by South African media. \u0000This qualitative study was intended to stipulate different works done by different government departments and agencies and use the beneficiaries accessible for participation to share their views in service delivery as received from specific agencies.  In simple terms, this study focusses on understanding how ordinary citizens rate government delivery in general and how this is depicted by the media sources. In majority, the study is based on desk top data with limited observation and some face-to-face interviews. The study revealed that indeed there are levels of dissatisfaction from members of the community, and some believe the functionality of the government of South Africa is questionable. Some even compare the first ten years of the democratic South Africa ending up in 2004 to the rest and argue that things are going to worse situations in South Africa as they feel no longer protected and no longer gearing to the creation of better life. There are citizens who believe South Africa has become kakistocracy state as it seems unable to come with effective plans in many areas of service delivery. On the other hand, this provides media with multiple negative headlines.","PeriodicalId":505052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139868254","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":"South African Government Functionality Assessment through the Eyes of Ordinary Citizens","authors":"B. N. Rasila","doi":"10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11295","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/jesbs/2024/v37i11295","url":null,"abstract":"While there are promises of improving in areas such as creation of jobs, law enforcement, education and other fields by government representatives, it seems as if the targeted beneficiaries or citizens no longer believe in government interventions. They see the government deteriorating in general service delivery and many believe the government functionality in providing safety and better life to all citizens is compromised and in downward trajectory as this is even widely reported by South African media. \u0000This qualitative study was intended to stipulate different works done by different government departments and agencies and use the beneficiaries accessible for participation to share their views in service delivery as received from specific agencies.  In simple terms, this study focusses on understanding how ordinary citizens rate government delivery in general and how this is depicted by the media sources. In majority, the study is based on desk top data with limited observation and some face-to-face interviews. The study revealed that indeed there are levels of dissatisfaction from members of the community, and some believe the functionality of the government of South Africa is questionable. Some even compare the first ten years of the democratic South Africa ending up in 2004 to the rest and argue that things are going to worse situations in South Africa as they feel no longer protected and no longer gearing to the creation of better life. There are citizens who believe South Africa has become kakistocracy state as it seems unable to come with effective plans in many areas of service delivery. On the other hand, this provides media with multiple negative headlines.","PeriodicalId":505052,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139808352","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}