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Perceived effect of community participation in non-governmental organisation-led development programmes in the Tolon-Kumbungu district of Northern Ghana

The study sought to find out how the people of the Tolon-Kumbungu District were involved in NGO-led development programme meant to improve their communities and the programme’s effects on their lives. The study was a survey research, and was carried out in five communities namely; Tali, Kunguri, Zali-Zalnayili, Tindanpayili and Amdukura. 264 community members were interviewed using spatial sampling (is the sampling employed when the study addresses people temporarily congregated in a space and dispersed) as most of target population were farmers and could only get them in the evening. Also 26 community leaders were interviewed using purposive sampling technique because the leaders were very relevant to the study as they were the first contact to NGOs. An unstructured interview schedule and structured interview schedule in the form of questionnaires were used to collect data from community members and leaders. One of the major findings of the study indicated that good relationship between the people and NGOs and district assembly is the meaning of community participation. The study also showed that the people valued development meetings and were free to share their views. It was concluded that the people were active in participation of NGO-led development programmes. NGOs however, had not empowered the people enough to initiate their own development programmes. The main recommendations arising from a discussion of the findings were that education of the people on the need and benefits of participation need to be done more and; strengthen the structures of participatory development and empowerment for community initiatives.

Source: UCC
Perceived effect of community participation in non-governmental organization-led development programmes in the Tolon-Kumbungu District of Northern Ghana

The study sought to find out how the people of the Tolon-Kumbungu District were involved in NGO-led development programme meant to improve their communities and the programme’s effects on their lives. The study was a survey research, and was carried out in five communities namely; Tali, Kunguri, Zali-Zalnayili, Tindanpayili and Amdukura. 264 community members were interviewed using spatial sampling (is the sampling employed when the study addresses people temporarily congregated in a space and dispersed) as most of target population were farmers and could only get them in the evening. Also 26 community leaders were interviewed using purposive sampling technique because the leaders were very relevant to the study as they were the first contact to NGOs. An unstructured interview schedule and structured interview schedule in the form of questionnaires were used to collect data from community members and leaders. One of the major findings of the study indicated that good relationship between the people and NGOs and district assembly is the meaning of community participation. The study also showed that the people valued development meetings and were free to share their views. It was concluded that the people were active in participation of NGO-led development programmes. NGOs however, had not empowered the people enough to initiate their own development programmes. The main recommendations arising from a discussion of the findings were that education of the people on the need and benefits of participation need to be done more and; strengthen the structures of participatory development and empowerment for community initiatives.

Source: UCC
Perceived effect of the integrated coastal fisheries governance programme on food security status of fishing households in shama district in the Western Region of Ghana

This study sought to find out the effect of the Integrated Coastal Fisheries Governance programme on the food security status of households in shama districts. A multistage sampling technique was used to select 140 fishermen in shama district and structured interviews schedules were used to collect data from the respondents. The data collected from the respondents were analysed using descriptive statistics, and binary logistic regression analysis. A description of the Integrated Coastal Fisheries Governance programme revealed that the programme had several stages, components, actors and beneficiaries. The research also discovered that majority of the households were food insecure but the programme had a positive effect on the food security status of the fishermen. Vessel type, ownership of vessel, experience in fishing, marital status, number of dependants, age of fishing and education level of fishermen were found to be significant predictors of food security status. The study concluded that the programme had a positive effect on the household food security and a recommendation was made for a replication of the project in other regions Digitized

Source: UCC
Perceived Effect of the Integrated Coastal Fisheries Governance Programme on Food Security Status of Fishing Households in Shama District in the Western Region of Ghana

ABSTRACT This study sought to find out the effect of the Integrated Coastal Fisheries Governance programme on the food security status of households in shama districts. A multistage sampling technique was used to select 140 fishermen in shama district and structured interviews schedules were used to collect data from the respondents. The data collected from the respondents were analysed using descriptive statistics, and binary logistic regression analysis. A description of the Integrated Coastal Fisheries Governance programme revealed that the programme had several stages, components, actors and beneficiaries. The research also discovered that majority of the households were food insecure but the programme had a positive effect on the food security status of the fishermen. Vessel type, ownership of vessel, experience in fishing, marital status, number of dependants, age of fishing and education level of fishermen were found to be significant predictors of food security status. The study concluded that the programme had a positive effect on the household food security and a recommendation was made for a replication of the project in other regions

Source: UCC
Perceived effect of the integrated coastal fisheries governance programme on food security status of fishing households in Shama district in the western region of Ghana.

This study sought to find out the effect of the Integrated Coastal Fisheries Governance programme on the food security status of households in shama districts. A multistage sampling technique was used to select 140 fishermen in shama district and structured interviews schedules were used to collect data from the respondents. The data collected from the respondents were analysed using descriptive statistics, and binary logistic regression analysis. A description of the Integrated Coastal Fisheries Governance programme revealed that the programme had several stages, components, actors and beneficiaries. The research also discovered that majority of the households were food insecure but the programme had a positive effect on the food security status of the fishermen. Vessel type, ownership of vessel, experience in fishing, marital status, number of dependants, age of fishing and education level of fishermen were found to be significant predictors of food security status. The study concluded that the programme had a positive effect on the household food security and a recommendation was made for a replication of the project in other regions.

Source: UCC
Perceived Effectiveness of Ghana‟S School Feeding Programme in Improving the Socio-Economic Livelihood of Beneficiary Communities in the Assin South District

Over the past decades, the Governments of Ghana have been committed to ensuring the attainment of the United Nations Millennium Development Goals on hunger and to bringing the socio-economic situation to a level, which would ensure that, the basic economic needs of the individuals are met. School Feeding is one of the policy interventions used by government in ensuring that these objectives are achieved. Generally, the study was to examine beneficiaries‟ perceptions on the extent of effectiveness of the school feeding intervention in improving the economic livelihoods of the beneficiary communities. Explanatory sequential mixed design was employed to fully explore the perceptions of 144 respondents, comprising of 55 head teachers, 63 parents and 26 local foodstuffs farmers, sampled from a population of 230. Selection of the respondents was done with the use of a multi-stage sampling method involving six (6) stages. The study used mixed method in the collection of data. Parents perceived the effectiveness of the programme as „high‟ in motivating them to enroll their children and as „moderate‟ in improving their income level. The results of the study also revealed that, the head teachers of the beneficiary schools generally perceived the effectiveness of the programme as „high‟ in helping to improve the employment situations in the implementing communities. The study concluded that, local foodstuffs‟ farmers perceived the programme as „lowly effective‟ in ensuring the safety and prompt market for their foodstuffs because caterers and cooks in the beneficiary schools do not patronize them. The study recommended that, foodstuffs farmers who produce for the programme should strictly be registered as sole suppliers of food items to ensure a higher patronage.

Source: UCC
Perceived effectiveness of the training of basic schoolteachers through the sandwich mode to teach accounting

The purpose of the study is to explore the perception of in-service basic schoolteachers switching to become accounting teachers, about the quality of accounting teacher education they have received through the sandwich mode and its influence on their ability to teach accounting effectively. The study sought information on the teacher trainees’ perception of their pre-service preparation with regard to five dimensions of the training programme namely pedagogical quality, classroom management, assessment techniques, face-to-face interaction and quality of faculty. Also the study focused on how these five dimensions contributed to their effective teaching of accounting to enhance quality teacher education as a whole. The study was made up of 194 respondents who were the final year student selected through census. The study was conducted through the use of descriptive cross sectional survey. It adopted quantitative approach through the use of questionnaire adapted. The quantitative data were analysed with statistics such as Friedman Test, Kruskal Wallis and Partial Least Squares, Structural Equation Modelling. The study found out that there was significance difference in the level of quality dimensions in the accounting education programme. Also the various dimensions of quality accounting education significantly influenced the teacher trainees’ effective teaching of accounting. It was recommended that the quality dimensions of accounting education that are lower should be attended to by the management of the programme. Finally premium should not be place on any of the dimensions at the expense of others.

Source: UCC
Perceived effects of google classroom as a determinant of attitude, engagement and satisfaction among distance education students of the university of cape coast

The prime purpose of the study was to assess the perceived effects of Google classroom as a determinant of attitude, engagement and satisfaction among distance education students of the University of Cape Coast. The descriptive survey design was used for this study. The study utilised simple random sampling to select 360 respondents for the study. The instrument used to collect data was questionnaire, and the data collected were analysed using mean, standard deviation, mean of means and linear regression. The results of the study revealed that students viewed Google Classroom as an effective platform for teaching and learning. Additionally, the study revealed that students have positive attitude towards Google Classroom instruction. Also, students of the College of Distance Education, University of Cape Coast were satisfied and engaged with the use of Google Classroom for instructional purposes. The result from the hypotheses also showed that there was a statistically significant relationship between the effectiveness of Google Classroom and students’ attitude, satisfaction and engagement. The study, therefore, recommended that Management of the University of Cape Coast should adopt Google Classroom for Distance Education. It was recommended that effectiveness of Google Classroom instruction should be considered when focusing on learner engagement, positive attitudes and satisfaction.

Source: UCC
Perceived Effects of Large Class Size on College of Education Tutors’ Effectiveness in the Northern Region of Ghana

The study assessed the perceived effects of large class size on tutor effectiveness in public colleges of education in the northern region of Ghana. The quantitative descriptive survey design was employed for the study. Questionnaire was used for data collection. The Cronbach’s alpha was .79. There census method was used to include 192 tutors for the study. Percentages, means, standard deviation, independent samples t-tests and ANOVA were used to analyse the data. Findings showed that large class size affected tutors’ interpersonal relationship with students. Large class size was perceived by tutors to affect instructional methods and assessment of students learning. The study found a significant gender and teaching experience differences in perceived effects of large class size on tutors’ effectiveness. It was concluded that large class sizes be scaled down to enhance teaching and learning in public colleges of education in the northern part of Ghana. The study recommended that tutors in the colleges of education in the northern region of Ghana must ensure a conducive learning environment for students to actively partake in the teaching and learning activities. More tutors should be recruited by colleges of education in the northern region of Ghana to reduce large classes.

Source: UCC
Perceived effects of School conflict on Students’ Academic Performance in senior high schools in Atebubu-Amantin municipality of Bono East Region

The goal of the study was to assess the perceived effects of conflict on academic performance of students in senior high schools and to identify conflict solutions in the Atebubu-Amantin municipality. Descriptive survey design within the quantitative research approach was applied in this study. The population for the study was 190 teachers and 2,172 students. A proportional stratified sampling technique was used to select 127 teachers and 325 students for the study. Data was collect from teachers and students using questionnaires. The data collected were managed and analysed with descriptive statistics namely frequencies, means, percentages, and standard deviations. It was found out from both teachers and students that there is a high occurrence of disputes among teachers and students in the schools. The study also revealed that both teachers and students believe that many sources of conflict include, drug misuse, discipline crises, and leadership approaches in the school. It was established from both teachers and students that, conflicts can be caused by abusive language, use of corporal punishment, poor accountability. It was revealed after the analyses that effects of conflicts as suggested by most teachers and students include absenteeism, poor quality of education, leadership disruption, and poor academic performance. Finally, it was revealed that conflicts can be resolved through constructive methods which include negotiation, accommodation, investigate issue in conflict etc. Based on the findings, it was recommended that the district education authorities must appoint an accountant to each selected school in the district to control the school's finances.

Source: UCC
Perceived Effects of Single Parenting on Pupils’ Lives in the Denkyembuor District, Ghana

The study examined the perceived effects of single parenting on pupils in Akwatia in the Denkyembour District. Descriptive survey research design was used. A sample of 243 was selected out of a population of 655 pupils from five public junior high schools in the Denkyembuor District. Multistage sampling technique was used in selecting the sample. Data were gathered by using adapted questionnaire. Means and standard deviations, Independent Samples t-Test and One-Way ANOVA were used for data analyses. The study found that the perceived effect of single parenting was a decline in academic performance. The study revealed that the perceived effects of single parenting on personal-social lives, pupils’ aggressiveness and inability to relate well with other people. The perceived effects of single parenting on the emotional lives of pupils included unhappiness, stress and difficulty in expressing their emotions. It was recommended that school authorities should use parent-teacher meetings to encourage single parents to support the academic work of their children.

Source: UCC
PERCEIVED EFFECTS OF UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST DISTANCE EDUCATION ON TEACHERS’ PERFORMANCE IN THE BASIC SCHOOLS OF KWAHU WEST MUNICIPALITY

The study investigated the perceived effects of University of Cape Coast Distance Education on teachers’ performance in the Basic Schools of Kwahu West Municipality. The study employed both quantitative and qualitative research methods with descriptive survey as a design. Stratified and the purposive sampling methods were used in selecting 201 respondents, comprising 46 headteachers, 154 junior high school teachers from the seven circuits within the municipality and the coordinator for the centre. The instruments used were questionnaires and an interview schedule. Data were analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The results revealed that the distance teacher education programme of the College of Distance Education of the University of Cape Coast is fulfilling its purpose of upgrading the academic and professional competencies of a large number of teachers in the basic schools in the Kwahu West Municipality, raising their performance level in the area of their subject matter knowledge, their instructional planning and strategies for lesson delivery as well as assessment of their students. These impacts are not without constraints such as those related to effective time management skills and the ability to combine work and study successfully. The study recommend to management of the programme that guidance and counselling units should be established in every study centre to provide support services to students in the form of guidance and counselling.

Source: UCC
Perceived entrepreneurial competencies of undergraduates and self-employment creation after graduation: implications for youth policy in Ghana

Unemployment among the youth between the ages of 18 to 35 years is a major developmental challenge as it accounts for over 45% of the unemployed in Ghana. Entrepreneurial development has been identified by the Ghana National Youth Policy as one of the panaceas to youth unemployment in Ghana. The higher educational institutions are responding to youth unemployment through the development of entrepreneurial spirit and competencies in the curricula for prospective graduate. The study used a content-validated questionnaire to survey 160 undergraduate students who had undergone various courses in entrepreneurship and agribusiness in the University of Cape Coast, Ghana. This was to identify the relationship between the perceived improvement in the level of entrepreneurial competencies and willingness of students to start own business after graduation. The SPSS and STATA softwares were respectively used to generate descriptive statistics and binary logistic regression to describe the variables and relationships. The Cronbach's alpha coefficient of 0.89 on the likert-type scale measured indicated that the questionnaire was reliable. The results from the study showed that majority of the respondents (62%) were willing to start the own businesses after graduation. Generally, the perceived overall entrepreneurial competencies of students were high. Specifically, students possessed high entrepreneurial competencies in areas such as self confidence, self discipline, the desire to start business, responsibility, problem solving ability and perseverance. Results from the logistic regression showed that, of the 20 entrepreneurial competency areas studied, only four namely the desire to start own business, .generosity, good people judgment and knowledge on agribusiness were the significant predictors of the willingness of students to start own business after graduation. The study recommends among others, the development of business incubators and apprenticeship schemes for graduates to reduce youth unemployment since the desire to start own business is high. Moreover, the high risk involved in starting own businesses in Ghana should be minimized through the enforcement of laws governing business operations and provision of technical and financial supports to graduates

Source: UCC
Perceived external prestige and employees’ attitude at the Ghana national fire service, Cape Coast

The study sought to assess the effect of “perceived external prestige on employees’ attitude at the Ghana National Fire Service.” The specific objectives the study were to; examine the effect of perceived external prestige on employee’s commitment on the Ghana National Fire Service; assess the effect of perceived external prestige influences employee’s turnover intentions on the Ghana National Fire Service; assess the effect of perceived external prestige on employees’ job satisfaction the Ghana National Fire Service. The study was a survey study, which adopted a quantitative methodology, based on a descriptive study approach. The population considered for the study was two hundred (200) fire officers, out of a sample size of 132, 113 officers responded. The results indicated that there is a significant and strong positive relationship between employee’s commitment and perceived external prestige. The results showed that perceived external prestige has a negative effect on turnover intentions. The results also showed that perceived external prestige has a negative significant influence on employees’ job satisfaction. This study concludes that perceived external prestige is the largest predictor of fire officers’ turnover intentions within the Cape Coast metropolis. In addition, it predicts employee commitment and job satisfaction. Therefore, the study recommends that management of the GNFS in Cape Coast increase the perception of prestige among their staffs by communicating organisational and individual achievements internally through recognition ceremonies, emails and other notices.

Source: UCC