Purpose –– The study is driven by the reality that Ghana's private universities are losing a large proportion of key teaching staff (intellectual capital). Methods –– The mixed method of sequential explanatory research was adopted for the study. Academic staff from three chartered private universities with representative sample size of 287 were involved in the study. Binary logit model was employed to analyse the study objectives, followed by the qualitative content analyses. Findings –– Remuneration and job security for staff are the most significant factors for academic staff switching intention. Also, the leadership style discouraged some academic staff to leave. Males have showed greater propensity to switch as compared to females. Conclusion & Recommendation –– Management of private universities should promote staff welfare to avoid switching intentions of academic staff. Private university management could collaborate with prominent universities to assist academic staff in gaining experience and recognition, which could attract them grants. Keywords –– Switching, switching intention, Academic Staff, Chartered Private Universities
{"title":"WHAT INFLUENCE ACADEMIC STAFF SWITCHING INTENTION IN CHARTERED PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES IN GHANA?","authors":"Andrews Kofi Taayeli, M. B. Yidana, Joshua Sebu","doi":"10.55921/iluc8277","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55921/iluc8277","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose –– The study is driven by the reality that Ghana's private universities are losing a large proportion of key teaching staff (intellectual capital). \u0000\u0000Methods –– The mixed method of sequential explanatory research was adopted for the study. Academic staff from three chartered private universities with representative sample size of 287 were involved in the study. Binary logit model was employed to analyse the study objectives, followed by the qualitative content analyses.\u0000\u0000Findings –– Remuneration and job security for staff are the most significant factors for academic staff switching intention. Also, the leadership style discouraged some academic staff to leave. Males have showed greater propensity to switch as compared to females. \u0000\u0000Conclusion & Recommendation –– Management of private universities should promote staff welfare to avoid switching intentions of academic staff. Private university management could collaborate with prominent universities to assist academic staff in gaining experience and recognition, which could attract them grants. \u0000\u0000Keywords –– Switching, switching intention, Academic Staff, Chartered Private Universities","PeriodicalId":106473,"journal":{"name":"General Call","volume":"23 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131555063","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}
Purpose –– This study examined the effects of Urban and Peri-urban Vegetable Production (UPVP) on local livelihood subscales of farmers in Lagos State. Methods –– The study employed a mixed method involving a Household Livelihood Survey and Focus Group Discussion. Data were analyzed using Means, Analysis of Variance and Eta squared. Findings –– All livelihood subscales were positively impacted (Physical=3.65±0.41, Natural=3.64±0.54, Financial=3.60±0.44, Social=3.58 ±0.39, Human=3.33±1.29 and they all differed significantly(P<0.05). Impact of UPVP on farmers’ livelihood subscales was moderately high. Conclusion & Recommendation –– The study concluded that UPVP can serve as a resilient sector for Nigeria’s economy and sustainable development. Support groups and financial resources can improve farmers' well-being. Physical capital, directly and indirectly, affects the performance of work by farmers and therefore productivity. The study recommends that farmers should invest more in human capital to boost their production capacity and enhance sustainable livelihood. Keywords –– Environment, Sustainable Livelihood, Urban and peri-urban Agriculture, Food security, Vegetables.
{"title":"URBAN AND PERI-URBAN VEGETABLE PRODUCTION EFFECTS ON FARMERS’ LIVELIHOODS IN LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA","authors":"Peter Sanjo Adewale, S. Makinde, V. Kusemiju","doi":"10.55921/vget1906","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55921/vget1906","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose –– This study examined the effects of Urban and Peri-urban Vegetable Production (UPVP) on local livelihood subscales of farmers in Lagos State. \u0000\u0000Methods –– The study employed a mixed method involving a Household Livelihood Survey and Focus Group Discussion. Data were analyzed using Means, Analysis of Variance and Eta squared.\u0000\u0000Findings –– All livelihood subscales were positively impacted (Physical=3.65±0.41, Natural=3.64±0.54, Financial=3.60±0.44, Social=3.58 ±0.39, Human=3.33±1.29 and they all differed significantly(P<0.05). Impact of UPVP on farmers’ livelihood subscales was moderately high. \u0000\u0000Conclusion & Recommendation –– The study concluded that UPVP can serve as a resilient sector for Nigeria’s economy and sustainable development. Support groups and financial resources can improve farmers' well-being. Physical capital, directly and indirectly, affects the performance of work by farmers and therefore productivity. The study recommends that farmers should invest more in human capital to boost their production capacity and enhance sustainable livelihood.\u0000\u0000Keywords –– Environment, Sustainable Livelihood, Urban and peri-urban Agriculture, Food security, Vegetables.","PeriodicalId":106473,"journal":{"name":"General Call","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129828353","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}
Purpose –– This study examines the factors influencing the adoption of ecological behaviour among first year students at the University of Environment and Sustainable Development in Ghana. Methods –– The study employed a questionnaire survey design. Data was collected from 103 students enrolled into programmes offered by the School of Sustainable Development and the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences. Inferential analysis was computed using regression. Findings –– Results show that students’ demographic characteristics, particularly their current and past academic programmes, year of completion of senior high school and household size, positively influence their environmental knowledge and ecological behaviour. Conclusion & Recommendation –– The study concludes that social values and environmental knowledge contribute significantly to promoting students’ ecological behaviour. The study therefore recommends the need for an inclusive and multistakeholder approach to integrating environmental education and social values into existing and future curricula and academic programmes. Keywords –– Tertiary students, environmental education, pro-environmental behaviour, environmental knowledge, social value
{"title":"UNDERSTANDING THE PREDICTORS OF STUDENTS’ ECOLOGICAL BEHAVIOUR: EVIDENCE FROM GHANA","authors":"Peter Asare-Nuamah, A. K. Ayisi-Addo, D. Sedegah","doi":"10.55921/tdan9912","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55921/tdan9912","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose –– This study examines the factors influencing the adoption of ecological behaviour among first year students at the University of Environment and Sustainable Development in Ghana.\u0000\u0000Methods –– The study employed a questionnaire survey design. Data was collected from 103 students enrolled into programmes offered by the School of Sustainable Development and the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences. Inferential analysis was computed using regression.\u0000\u0000Findings –– Results show that students’ demographic characteristics, particularly their current and past academic programmes, year of completion of senior high school and household size, positively influence their environmental knowledge and ecological behaviour.\u0000\u0000Conclusion & Recommendation –– The study concludes that social values and environmental knowledge contribute significantly to promoting students’ ecological behaviour. The study therefore recommends the need for an inclusive and multistakeholder approach to integrating environmental education and social values into existing and future curricula and academic programmes.\u0000\u0000Keywords –– Tertiary students, environmental education, pro-environmental behaviour, environmental knowledge, social value","PeriodicalId":106473,"journal":{"name":"General Call","volume":"53 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126941391","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}
Purpose –– This study assessed the viability of composting as a waste management tool. Methods –– This study assessed waste production and handling in Lagos State and adapted a case study of cost-benefit analysis to ascertain viability. Findings –– Results from the study revealed that one hundred and forty-one billion, one hundred and sixty-one million, and six hundred thousand naira (₦141,161,600,000.00) equivalent to three hundred and twenty-three million, two hundred and sixteen thousand, five hundred and fifty-nine dollars ($323,216,559.05) would be generated as profit per annum if the total waste produced in Lagos State daily is converted to compost. Conclusion & Recommendation –– This study recommends composting as the best waste management strategy in Lagos State and Nigeria due to its financial, environmental, health, and agricultural benefits. Keywords –– Cost-benefit analysis, Compost, Waste Management, Lagos, Nigeria.
{"title":"COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS OF COMPOSTING AS A WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY IN LAGOS STATE SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA","authors":"C. F. Amaechi, Phebean Oshuare Omaivboje","doi":"10.55921/udkj2621","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55921/udkj2621","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose –– This study assessed the viability of composting as a waste management tool.\u0000\u0000Methods –– This study assessed waste production and handling in Lagos State and adapted a case study of cost-benefit analysis to ascertain viability. \u0000\u0000Findings –– Results from the study revealed that one hundred and forty-one billion, one hundred and sixty-one million, and six hundred thousand naira (₦141,161,600,000.00) equivalent to three hundred and twenty-three million, two hundred and sixteen thousand, five hundred and fifty-nine dollars ($323,216,559.05) would be generated as profit per annum if the total waste produced in Lagos State daily is converted to compost.\u0000\u0000Conclusion & Recommendation –– This study recommends composting as the best waste management strategy in Lagos State and Nigeria due to its financial, environmental, health, and agricultural benefits.\u0000\u0000Keywords –– Cost-benefit analysis, Compost, Waste Management, Lagos, Nigeria.","PeriodicalId":106473,"journal":{"name":"General Call","volume":"27 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116543751","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}
Jilly Philippa Joel Premkumar, D. Sedegah, P. McApreko, M. Dalaba, Justina Ane
Purpose –– This study was conducted to assess the menstrual hygiene knowledge and practices of adolescent girls in the Krobo area of Ghana. Methods –– It adopted a cross-sectional study where 245 Junior High School girls from eight schools in two municipal districts of Ghana were studied. Findings –– The study identified that only 35% of students frequently change pads, although 96% of them use sanitary pads. It was also detected that girls avoid school when they are menstruating for reasons such as severe bleeding, fear of stains, painful periods and a lack of facilities at school which impacts their academic performance negatively. Conclusion & Recommendations –– The study revealed that the majority of the girls do not change pads or dispose of them while in school due to inadequate facilities. Therefore, it is highly recommended that schools give proper education and provide appropriate facilities for girls’ academic advancement, good health and well-being. Keywords –– Menstrual hygiene, Water, Sanitation and Health, Adolescent girls, School health programme
{"title":"MENSTRUAL HYGIENE KNOWLEDGE, PRACTICES AND INTERVENTIONS AMONG JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS IN THE KROBO AREA OF GHANA","authors":"Jilly Philippa Joel Premkumar, D. Sedegah, P. McApreko, M. Dalaba, Justina Ane","doi":"10.55921/fosd3466","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55921/fosd3466","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose –– This study was conducted to assess the menstrual hygiene knowledge and practices of adolescent girls in the Krobo area of Ghana.\u0000\u0000Methods –– It adopted a cross-sectional study where 245 Junior High School girls from eight schools in two municipal districts of Ghana were studied.\u0000\u0000Findings –– The study identified that only 35% of students frequently change pads, although 96% of them use sanitary pads. It was also detected that girls avoid school when they are menstruating for reasons such as severe bleeding, fear of stains, painful periods and a lack of facilities at school which impacts their academic performance negatively.\u0000\u0000Conclusion & Recommendations –– The study revealed that the majority of the girls do not change pads or dispose of them while in school due to inadequate facilities. Therefore, it is highly recommended that schools give proper education and provide appropriate facilities for girls’ academic advancement, good health and well-being.\u0000\u0000Keywords –– Menstrual hygiene, Water, Sanitation and Health, Adolescent girls, School health programme","PeriodicalId":106473,"journal":{"name":"General Call","volume":"646 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123969773","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}
Purpose –– This study explores the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in creating job opportunities for youth in Ghana. Methods –– Based on a quantitative research design, the study examines the key factors that influence the success of AI-based job creation initiatives in the country. Findings –– The study finds that these three factors are critical to the success of AI-based job creation initiatives in Ghana. To unlock the full potential of AI in creating new job opportunities for youth, the study recommends government policies, public-private partnerships, and increased investment in education and training. Conclusion & Recommendations –– The study concludes that collaborative efforts from stakeholders in government, academia, and the private sector are needed to overcome the barriers to AI-based job creation and promote youth employment in Ghana and beyond. Keywords –– Artificial Intelligence, Job Creation, Youth Employment, Entrepreneurs, Ghana
{"title":"THE RISE OF THE MACHINES: EXPLORING THE PROSPECTS AND PERILS OF AI-DRIVEN JOB CREATION FOR YOUTH EMPLOYMENT IN GHANA.","authors":"Ohene Kwesi Tuffour, F. D. Nsiah","doi":"10.55921/zntq4021","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55921/zntq4021","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose –– This study explores the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in creating job opportunities for youth in Ghana. \u0000\u0000Methods –– Based on a quantitative research design, the study examines the key factors that influence the success of AI-based job creation initiatives in the country.\u0000\u0000Findings –– The study finds that these three factors are critical to the success of AI-based job creation initiatives in Ghana. To unlock the full potential of AI in creating new job opportunities for youth, the study recommends government policies, public-private partnerships, and increased investment in education and training.\u0000\u0000Conclusion & Recommendations –– The study concludes that collaborative efforts from stakeholders in government, academia, and the private sector are needed to overcome the barriers to AI-based job creation and promote youth employment in Ghana and beyond. \u0000\u0000Keywords –– Artificial Intelligence, Job Creation, Youth Employment, Entrepreneurs, Ghana","PeriodicalId":106473,"journal":{"name":"General Call","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129241146","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}
Purpose –– This study sought to assess entrenched patriarchal roles in the transfer of indigenous knowledge using evidence from the Upper East Region of Ghana. Methods –– The study utilized the phenomenological research design which places emphasis on lived experiences and qualitative interviews. Findings –– The findings indicate that while women play a key role in the transfer of indigenous knowledge, men feel threatened by their growing involvement in the conservation and transfer of indigenous sociocultural knowledge systems. This has resulted in men believing they will lose their control as heads of socio-culturally entrenched gender roles. Conclusion & Recommendation –– The paper proposes a rethinking and rigorous multi-sectorial and dimensional approach in mainstreaming gender activities, which is geared towards viewing the involvement of women in indigenous knowledge transfer as partners for local and national development rather than a threat to entrenched patriarchal roles. Keywords –– indigenous knowledge, hierarchical, gender, sustainable development, Ghana
{"title":"RETHINKING HIERARCHICAL GENDER REALITIES IN THE TRANSFER OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: EVIDENCE FROM THE UPPER EAST REGION OF GHANA","authors":"","doi":"10.55921/cvoh3789","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55921/cvoh3789","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose –– This study sought to assess entrenched patriarchal roles in the transfer of indigenous knowledge using evidence from the Upper East Region of Ghana. \u0000\u0000Methods –– The study utilized the phenomenological research design which places emphasis on lived experiences and qualitative interviews.\u0000\u0000Findings –– The findings indicate that while women play a key role in the transfer of indigenous knowledge, men feel threatened by their growing involvement in the conservation and transfer of indigenous sociocultural knowledge systems. This has resulted in men believing they will lose their control as heads of socio-culturally entrenched gender roles.\u0000\u0000Conclusion & Recommendation –– The paper proposes a rethinking and rigorous multi-sectorial and dimensional approach in mainstreaming gender activities, which is geared towards viewing the involvement of women in indigenous knowledge transfer as partners for local and national development rather than a threat to entrenched patriarchal roles. \u0000\u0000Keywords –– indigenous knowledge, hierarchical, gender, sustainable development, Ghana","PeriodicalId":106473,"journal":{"name":"General Call","volume":"24 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131276932","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}
Purpose –– This study investigates genderism in Ghanaian women’s writing with women’s empowerment as the centre of interest in Ama Ata Aidoo’s Changes: A Love Story (1991) and Peggy Oppong’s The Lemon Suitcase (2010) Methods –– The study adopts a textual analysis of the novels under study and the authors’ novels as controversial works which promote the ideals of the feminist movement in Africa by presenting issues that address nuances in gender roles and social constraints. Findings –– The findings unveil the progression of female roles over the period in the male-dominated Ghanaian society. Also, this study contributes to debates on feminism in Africa as well as promotes gender equity and women’s empowerment through education. Conclusion & Recommendation –– The study presented the representation of the female figures in a patriarchal Ghanaian society. It sought to empower women as leaders in their contributions to the society. There is more room for improvement in spite of the career progression women have achieved. Keywords –– Feminism, The Lemon Suitcase, Sustainable Development, Genderism, Empowerment
目的:本研究调查加纳女性写作中的性别主义，在Ama Ata Aidoo的《变化:一个爱情故事》(1991)和Peggy Oppong的《柠檬手提箱》(2010)中，以女性赋权为兴趣中心。方法:本研究采用对所研究的小说和作者的小说进行文本分析，这些小说作为有争议的作品，通过提出解决性别角色和社会约束的细微差别的问题，促进了非洲女权运动的理想。研究结果——研究结果揭示了在男性主导的加纳社会中，女性角色在这一时期的发展。此外，这项研究有助于讨论非洲的女权主义，并通过教育促进性别平等和妇女赋权。结论与建议——该研究展示了父权制加纳社会中女性形象的代表性。它力求赋予妇女权力，使她们成为对社会作出贡献的领导者。尽管妇女在职业上取得了进步，但仍有更多的改进空间。关键词:女权主义，柠檬行李箱，可持续发展，性别主义，赋权
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