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Étude de L’alternance Codique Dans la Production Orale des Futurs Enseignants de Fle au Ghana

This research seeks to study the phenomenon of code switching (CS). We have observed that, student teachers in the Colleges of Education (CoE) cannot do without English language and the Ghanaian languages during French lessons. It sets out to examine the motivating factors of CS in the CoE. It takes into account the types of code switching in relation to the role of the Ghanaian languages and English language. It aims at a global understanding of interaction in the French class with regard to CS and the challenges of oral communication vis-à-vis the panorama of language contact in academic environment. The study is based on Gumperz's sociolinguistic interactional approach and Poplack's linguistic approach, which have enabled us to better identify the manifestations of this phenomenon in the classroom. The study adopted a hybrid method of collecting and analysing quantitative and qualitative data from level 400 student teachers at ENCHICOE and AMECOE. Quantitative data are collected from a questionnaire sent to respondents via the WhatsApp platform, while qualitative data were collected using classroom observation. We used Hymes' SPEAKING model (1984) as our analysis approach. Analysis of the questionnaire was carried out using Google Docs. The results revealed that student teachers in the CoE, use intra sentential, inter sentential and extra sentential CS but inter sentential CS is mostly used. We also found that CS is triggered by sociocultural, psycholinguistic and psychological factors, and plays pedagogical, communicative and interactional roles. Based on our findings, we recommended that the designers of programmes of the CoE to consider incorporating teaching of French oral in the French curriculum. Tutors in the COE should involve student teachers in creative and innovative approaches such as group and individual presentation, debate, interview, language games amongst others. The student teachers should take reading seriously in other to acquire enough vocabulary and expressions for communications in French. They should also use pedagogical resources available on the internet to help them improve upon their oral skills. We have proposed Dale’s Cone of Experience to improve oral competences.

Source: UCC
Étude De L’emploi Du Discours Rapporté Dans L’expression Orale Des Apprenants De Fle De L’universite De Cape Coast

ABSTRACT This study examines the use of reported speech in the oral expression of level 400 students of the University of Cape Coast. A sample of 25 students were used in the study. These students are both from the Department of French in the Faculty of Arts and Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education (DASSE). The reported speech of the twenty-five students were analyzed using quantitative and qualitative methods. The findings revealed that the indirect speech was the most used in their oral expression hence, the most frequent. The study also found the use of introductory verb which is not characteristic of the spoken language. This implies that, instead of applying the rule governing the spoken language, they rather made use of the rule regarding the written language which requires the use of the introductory verb. While the majority of the students made use of « dire » which means « to say » to introduce the reported speech, only one person used « déclarer » and « ajouter » as verbs to introduce the reported speech. Some of the students could not however apply the rule that allows the change of tense from the direct reported speech to the indirect speech. Since the study revealed that the students have some degree of difficulties using the reported speech in their oral language, it was suggested that the Department of French should pay more attention to the teaching and learning of the reported speech in oral expression through dramatization and the use of modern technology in teaching.

Source: UCC
Étude des erreurs stylistiques dans la traduction anglais-français des étudiants en fle de l'université de Cape Coast.

Translation as a discipline may be perceived in two ways: first, this may be executed solely as a professional activity; second, it may be done as a means of learning a foreign language. A foreign language, for example, French may be acquired through the activities of translation. Over the years, it has been observed that final year students in French as Foreign Language still perform very poorly in translation, particularly, when translating from English into French. A careful perusal of some of the texts produced by the students reveals that they still make certain grievous and unpardonable errors; notably, choice of translation procedures, confusion in semantic values and choice of lexical items. Thus, the study sought to examine errors in relation to translation units in the translations of final year students of the department of French in UCC, using the comparative stylistics framework of Vinay & Darbelnet (1995) and the theory of error analysis of Gass & Selinker (2008). It sought to look at the influence that English as a second language has on the studies of French as a foreign language. Digitized

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Étude du style de patrice nganang dans mont plaisant Et la saison des prunes

La réalisation d’une thèse est le fruit d’un travail collectif. Nous souhaitons remercier toutes les personnes qui ont contribué au succès de ce travail. Nous sommes redevables et reconnaissants à notre directeur principal de thèse, le Professeur D.D. Kuupole pour ses encouragements, ses orientations éclairées et surtout sa patience. Nous tenons à remercier le Docteur Mawuloe Koffi Kodah pour son aide scientifique, ses encouragements et sa lecture attentive. Nous aimerions également remercier le Docteur Edem K. Bakah, du Département de français, UCC, et le Docteur Moussa Traoré du Département d’anglais, UCC pour leurs conseils. Nous souhaitons exprimer notre profonde gratitude au Docteur Anthony Yao Makafui De-Souza Plus que Merci à notre époux, Paul Tagbor qui nous a vraiment soutenu et aidé tout au long de notre recherche.

Source: UCC
Étude sociolinguistique du discours d’affiches publicitaires des événements chrétiens à l’université de Cape Coast

This study aims at examining the discourse elements in posters used to advertise christian events at UCC and how they influence selected students to attend events advertised. The discourse elements were used to prepare questionnaires for sampled students. The data was collected at the Students’ Reference Section of the Main Library using accidental and purposive sampling methods. In all, data were collected from 144 respondents and were analyzed based on the Communicative theory of Roman Jakobson and Aristotle’s Rhetoric. The analysis of the data revealed that the contents of the posters influenced the sampled students to attend the events. This is due to the fact that the contents of the posters evoke certain needs of the some students and equally generated curiosity in others. We recommended that advertisers study the needs of the students and evoke them in the advertisements. We also found out that the sampled students were persuaded to attend the events by all the discourse elements in the posters but to a large extent the titles and themes persuaded the majority. We attribute this to the fact that the titles and the themes constitute an explicit summary of the events. Again, the respondents were familiar with the discourse elements in their sociocultural context. Based on this, we recommended that advertisers use discourse elements that are known and understood by the public.

Source: UCC
Factor analysis of applicants' choice of cape coast polytechnic

It is of great interest and concern to human beings to know why we do what we do in every sphere of life. Of particular interest is education because, it is a key factor in the developmental process or, in the affairs of every developing nation of which Ghana is one and that is what motivated the researcher into finding out the issues Cape Coast Polytechnic students consider in choosing to study at the Cape Coast Polytechnic. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the students and questionnaires were administered to them to solicit their responses. Some of the students were contacted on campus and others in their private hostels. The main multivariate technique employed in the analysis is factor analysis. Among the interesting factors that Cape Coast Polytechnic students consider in choosing to study at the school, a conducive environment or atmosphere was realized to be their utmost concern, then the physical attraction of Cape Coast.

Source: UCC
Factors accounting for pupils’ pattern of errors in English language written expression: Implication for teaching and learning

Effective written language expression is generally conceived as an important tool in communication. Using the work samples of sixty eight primary six pupils drawn from public primary schools in Cape Coast and Twifo Breman in the Central Region of Ghana, the investigators examined the pattern of errors pupils make in English Written Language and factors accounting for the errors. The study adopted a quasiexperimental design and two validated instruments involving questionnaire and a hundred and seventyfive word passage selected from Grade Six English Reader. The results showed that most pupils omitted, substituted and wrongly spelt words in their written expressions. It was also revealed that diverse factors affected pupils’ written English expression. There were significant differences in pattern of errors in written English expression between urban and rural schools as well as between male and female pupils. On the basis of the findings, recommendations were made for teachers and parents to engage their pupils more in reading and writing activities.

Source: UCC
Factors accounting for teacher performance in high performing private junior high schools in the Sekondi Takoradi Metropolis

A descriptive survey was conducted to determine the school-related, teacher-related, and community-related factors that account for teacher performance in private junior high schools in the Sekondi-Takoradi metropolis. A purposive sampling technique was used to select high performing private junior high schools (n = 9) in the metropolis. Data for the study were based on responses from head teachers (n= 9) and teachers (n= 60) from the selected schools. The research instrument consisted of a semi structured interview guide for the head teachers and a questionnaire for the teachers. Major findings of the study reported in this document showed that teachers perceived community-related factors (M =3.06) to be the factors that greatly account for teacher performance. The study also found that there was no significant difference between the perception of novice teachers and experienced teachers on community-related and teacher-related factors that account for teacher performance. However, for school-related factors, there was a significant difference between novice teachers and experienced teachers with regard to class size. The study recommendations included the strengthening of ties between the school and the school community, school authorities paying more attention to supervision and monitoring of staff, and school authorities rewarding hardworking staff.

Source: UCC
Factors affecting academic performance among registered general nursing (rgn) diploma students in nursing training colleges in Ashanti Region of Ghana

Identification of factors which affect students' progression, performance and completion is instrumental in the planning and development of programme to ensure best outcomes for both the institution and the student. This notwitstanding, it appears there is some literature gap on this subject matter in Ghana in relation to the academic performance of nursing training college students. It is not yet known why some nursing students fail to attain the standards expected of them. This study sought to examine the factors that affect academic performance of RGN diploma students in nursing training colleges in the Ashanti Region. Data were elicited with a questionnaire from a sample of 214 students and 88 tutors for the study. Specifically, the study sought to find out the socio-demographic characteristics and the school environmental factors affecting students academic performance. It was also to ascertain whether students’ indiscipline and the teaching style of tutors do afffect the academic performance of RGN diploma nursing students. The study adopted the cross-sectional study design. It was found from the study that entry aggregate and occupation of mothers were socio-demographic factors which influenced the academic performance of the students. It was also observed that various factors such as library in the school, and Internet connectivity for students’ use, influence academic performance of students. On the basis of the findings it was recommended that Heads/Principals of Nursing Training institutons should put in measures such as infrastructual development to ensure that the nursing training institutions have a conducive learning environment.

Source: UCC
Factors affecting academic performance of pupils in basic schools in Asawasi Sub Metro in the Ashanti Region of Ghana

The research sought to obtain evidence of the factors that were responsible for the academic performance of pupils in the Asawasi Sub Metro such as family background, pupils’ characteristics, teachers’ influence and the school environmental factors.The research was conducted using observation, interviews and questionnaires. A sample size of 1640 respondents representing a heterogeneous target population was drawn from the Asawasi Sub-Metro. The study revealed that persistent intrusion of the school premise by the public, ineffective use of teaching and learning materials (TLMs), and inadequate teaching and learning facilities disrupted teaching and learning and thus affected the academic performance of the pupils. It was concluded that the school environment, the community’s attitude towards education and the support given by the parents and other stakeholders affected the child’s academic development and performance. It was recommended that school authorities should organize PTA and School Performance Appraisal Meetings to educate the community to understand that the child’s total development is a shared responsibility of all stakeholders.

Source: UCC
Factors Affecting Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy among HIV/AIDS Patients in Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana

Background: Optimal adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) among HIV/AIDS patients has proved elusive despite increasing access to ART worldwide. Methods: This analytical cross-sectional study was conducted to assess factors that influence adherence to ART among HIV/AIDS patients in Cape Coast, Ghana. Three hospitals that provide full ART services were used as study sites. Data collection was done using a semi-structured questionnaire that was interviewer administered. The primary outcome of this study was respondents’ lifetime adherence to ART. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 20.0 with a p-value of 0.05 considered as statistical evidence of an association. Results: A total of 381 patients (mean age: 43.9 ± 11.8 years) were involved in the study. Life time adherence was found to be 73.0%. Only 79.5% adhered to their ART clinic appointments. Lifetime non-adherence was predicted by male sex (AOR 2.0, 95% CI 1.1–3.5, p=0.021), more than once daily dosing ART regimens (AOR 1.7, 95% CI 1.1-2.8, p=0.024), not disclosing HIV status (AOR: 2.4, CI:1.3-4.5, p=0.005), not having a way to remember to take drugs (AOR: 1.9, CI:1.1-3.4, p=0.033) and not having a treatment monitor (AOR: 2.9, 95% CI 1.7-5.0, p=0.011). Conclusions and Recommendation: Patients on ART in the Cape Coast metropolis, Ghana, were found to have a sub optimal life time adherence to their medications as well as a high rate of missed clinic visits. The study results suggest that clinicians should ensure that the clients are well educated on the importance of disclosing their serostatus and obtaining a treatment monitor prior to initiating ART for optimal adherence.

Source: UCC
Factors Affecting Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy among HIV/AIDS Patients in Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana

Background: Optimal adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) among HIV/AIDS patients has proved elusive despite increasing access to ART worldwide. Methods: This analytical cross-sectional study was conducted to assess factors that influence adherence to ART among HIV/AIDS patients in Cape Coast, Ghana. Three hospitals that provide full ART services were used as study sites. Data collection was done using a semi-structured questionnaire that was interviewer administered. The primary outcome of this study was respondents’ lifetime adherence to ART. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 20.0 with a p-value of 0.05 considered as statistical evidence of an association. Results: A total of 381 patients (mean age: 43.9 ± 11.8 years) were involved in the study. Life time adherence was found to be 73.0%. Only 79.5% adhered to their ART clinic appointments. Lifetime non-adherence was predicted by male sex (AOR 2.0, 95% CI 1.1–3.5, p=0.021), more than once daily dosing ART regimens (AOR 1.7, 95% CI 1.1-2.8, p=0.024), not disclosing HIV status (AOR: 2.4, CI:1.3-4.5, p=0.005), not having a way to remember to take drugs (AOR: 1.9, CI:1.1-3.4, p=0.033) and not having a treatment monitor (AOR: 2.9, 95% CI 1.7-5.0, p=0.011). Conclusions and Recommendation: Patients on ART in the Cape Coast metropolis, Ghana, were found to have a sub optimal life time adherence to their medications as well as a high rate of missed clinic visits. The study results suggest that clinicians should ensure that the clients are well educated on the importance of disclosing their sero- status and obtaining a treatment monitor prior to initiating ART for optimal adherence.

Source: UCC
Factors Affecting Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy among HIV/AIDS Patients in Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana

Optimal adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) among HIV/AIDS patients has proved elusive despite increasing access to ART worldwide. Methods: This analytical cross-sectional study was conducted to assess factors that influence adherence to ART among HIV/AIDS patients in Cape Coast, Ghana. Three hospitals that provide full ART services were used as study sites. Data collection was done using a semi-structured questionnaire that was interviewer administered. The primary outcome of this study was respondents’ lifetime adherence to ART. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 20.0 with a p-value of 0.05 considered as statistical evidence of an association. Results: A total of 381 patients (mean age: 43.9 ± 11.8 years) were involved in the study. Life time adherence was found to be 73.0%. Only 79.5% adhered to their ART clinic appointments. Lifetime non-adherence was predicted by male sex (AOR 2.0, 95% CI 1.1–3.5, p=0.021), more than once daily dosing ART regimens (AOR 1.7, 95% CI 1.1-2.8, p=0.024), not disclosing HIV status (AOR: 2.4, CI:1.3-4.5, p=0.005), not having a way to remember to take drugs (AOR: 1.9, CI:1.1-3.4, p=0.033) and not having a treatment monitor (AOR: 2.9, 95% CI 1.7-5.0, p=0.011). Conclusions and Recommendation: Patients on ART in the Cape Coast metropolis, Ghana, were found to have a sub optimal life time adherence to their medications as well as a high rate of missed clinic visits. The study results suggest that clinicians should ensure that the clients are well educated on the importance of disclosing their sero-status and obtaining a treatment monitor prior to initiating ART for optimal adherence.

Source: UCC
Factors affecting adoption levels of cocoa technologies in the Ashanti Region of Ghana

The study was conducted at Fumso, Tepa, Offinso and Nkawie districts in the Ashanti Region of Ghana to investigate factors that affect farmers adoption of cocoa technologies. The factors that were considered in the study were sex, age, level of education and working experience sources of labour, farmers' access to credit facilities, farmer contact with extension and participation in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of extension programmes were examined as well as relationship between farmers participation in extension programmes and adoption levels of cocoa technologies. The relationships between the demographic characteristics and adoption levels were further investigated. The results of the study revealed that most cocoa farmers in the study localities were male. A mean age of 54 years indicates that many of the farmers are old and ageing. A majority of them did not receive formal education but they have rich farming experience. Their mean working experience in years was 23 while the mode was 15 years. Sources of labour available to the farmers were family labour, hired labour, communal labour and caretaker labour. The farmers perceived the family labour as the most effective. Mean cost of labour per manday was approximately 5000.00 within a range of 3000.00 - 10,000.00. The results further revealed a high cocoa farmers/FLS contacts, with a contact mean of 4 years. However, majority of the farmers received one visit in a month from the FLS. Farmer participation in extension programmes was also high in respect of planning, implementation and evaluation. The results further revealed that adoption levels of cocoa technologies by cocoa farmers was high in the districts and in the Region as a whole. In the correlation analysis, relationship between farmer participation in planning, implementation and evaluation of extension programmes on adoption level of cocoa technologies was positively significant at .05 (5%) alpha level. The relationships were also significant between age, level of education and working experience of cocoa farmers and adoption level of cocoa technologies. Regressional analyses of significant variables, sex, level of education, number of monthly visits to farmer by FLS, farmer participation in planning, implementation and evaluation on adoption level revealed that the farmer participation in implementation was the best predictor of adoption level of cocoa technologies by the cocoa farmers. The conclusion was therefore that planners and executors of extension programmes in the Ashanti Region should focus more on involving farmers in implementation of programmes.

Source: UCC
Factors Affecting Age of Onset of Menopause and Determination of Quality of Life in Menopause

Menopause is a process in the climacteric period, characterized by a reduction in ovarian activity, a fall in the fertility rate, and a range of symptoms including irregular menstruation intervals. Most women enter menopause in their 40s, but this can vary from one individual to another. Although there are many factors affecting the age of menopause onset, there is no general agreement on them. Studies have shown many factors to affect the age of menopause, such as the mother’s age at menopause, the age at menarche, gestational age, use of oral contraceptives, irregular menstrual cycle, number of pregnancies, body mass index, use of tobacco and alcohol, physical activity, unilateral oophorectomy, serum lead levels, consumption of polyunsaturated fat, socioeconomic status and educational level. During this period, hormonal and biochemical changes give rise to various symptoms in the woman’s body. In menopause period, physical, psychological, social and sexual changes have a negative effect on quality of life in women. Recently, different measures have been used to assess women’s quality of life in this period of change. The purpose of this review was to examine the factors affecting the onset age of menopause and the measures of quality of life related to menopause. J Turk Soc Obstet Gynecol 2015;1:43-9

Source: UCC