scholarly journals Perceptions and Experiences Regarding Vasectomy Among Vasectomized Men at Larterbiokorshie.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Awube Menlah ◽  
Evans Appiah Appiah Osei ◽  
Isabella Garti ◽  
Stella Appiah ◽  
Dorothy Baffour Awuah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Perception ◽  
Monitoring And Evaluation ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Positive Perception ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Phenomenological Research Design ◽  
The Government ◽  
Effective Contraceptive Method ◽  
Ongoing Monitoring ◽  
Effective Contraceptive

Abstract BackgroundVasectomy is an effective contraceptive method that has been approved worldwide and proven to be an effective method of contraception among males in the perspective of controlling a population. Although safer, simpler, less expensive and equally as effective as female sterilization, throughout the world, it is one of the least used and least known methods of contraception. It is perceived to be a form of castration, which can make men weak and incapable, thereby unable to satisfy their wives sexually, leading to marital conflicts. The study aimed at determining perceptions and experiences regarding vasectomy among vasectomized men at Larterbiokorshie. MethodsThis study adopted a qualitative method utilizing Phenomenological research design. The sample consisted of 18 vasectomized men selected through purposive sampling method. Face-face interviews were conducted with participants using a semi-structured interview guide. ResultsThe study discovered that the vasectomized men have a positive perception about vasectomy in terms of promoting couples sexual Health. Nevertheless, public perception regarding vasectomy was found to be poor. Socio-cultural and religious factors were also found to influence vasectomy uptake. In addition, several reasons were cited for motivating men regarding their decision on vasectomy and finally, participants shared their experiences following their vasectomy. ConclusionConclusively, despite all the misconceptions and concerns raised about vasectomy, the study revealed a positive perception among the vasectomized men. The study recommends that the government should formulate policies which will improve the utilization of vasectomy through ongoing monitoring and evaluation of services.

scholarly journals Exploring Grade R teachers’ mathematics curriculum practices and strategies for improvement: Implications for physics teaching

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 238-250
Author(s):  
Seipati L. Baloyi-Mothibeli ◽  
Christian Sunday Ugwuanyi ◽  
Chinedu I. O. Okeke
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Development ◽  
Mathematics Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Mathematics Curriculum ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Physics Teaching ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Mathematics Class ◽  
Phenomenological Research Design ◽  
Curriculum Practices

This study sought strategies to improve teachers’ professional curriculum practices in a Grade R mathematics class. A phenomenological research design was employed to generate data for the study using a sample of fifteen participants. A semi-structured interview guide was used to collect the data for the study. In this regard, the interview guide was properly validated, and trial tested. Data collected for this study were analysed using a thematic analysis. The findings of the study showed that the strategies for improving teachers’ professional curriculum practice in a Grade R mathematics class include employing adequately qualified Grade R teachers; aking available teaching and learning resources;ncouraging sufficient parental involvement; encouraging support by authorities; and, using adequate language for teaching and learning. It was therefore concluded that for Grade R teachers to engage learners in Professional Curriculum Practices (PCP), they need to have access to teacher development programmes. This finding implicates physics teaching in the sense that proficiency in mathematics teaching is imperative for physics teaching. Thus, a practical approach to mathematics teaching can as well be deployed in the teaching of physics concepts due to the abstract nature of the subjects (Mathematics and Physics). In order words these identified strategies for mathematics teaching can be used for physics teaching at a higher education level. Thus, it was recommended that the integrated teacher development programme should be implemented to enable teachers to be fully engaged in Grade R mathematics classes.   Keywords: Improvement, Strategies, Teachers’ Professional Curriculum Practice, Grade R Mathematics.

scholarly journals EFFECT OF INTEGRATED TICKETING ON SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY IN THE MATATU SACCOS IN NAIROBI COUNTY, KENYA

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 15-24
Author(s):  
Priscilla Muhoro ◽  
Anita Wachira ◽  
David Kiarie
Keyword(s):  
Target Population ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
P Value ◽  
Unique Contribution ◽  
Sustainable Mobility ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Data Collection Instrument ◽  
The Government ◽  
High Level

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to establish the effect of integrated ticketing on sustainable mobility in the Matatu Saccos in Nairobi County, Kenya. Materials and Methods: The study was guided by Positivism philosophy while descriptive research design was adopted. The target population was 177 Sacco Managers and two representatives, one from MOT and other from MVOA respectively.  The whole population of 179 respondents was used in the study hence; the study employed the census approach. The questionnaire was pilot tested on 18 respondents who were selected randomly. The study applied Cronbach's alpha and the results displayed a high level of internal consistency hence infers that the research tool used in the study was reliable. The data collection instrument was a semi-structured questionnaire, which were dropped and picked later. A semi-structured interview guide was also used. Data was analysed using descriptive and SPSS Version 24. Results: Correlation analysis indicates that there is a strong positive and significant relationship between integrated ticketing and sustainable mobility of Matatu Sacco in Nairobi County.  (rho = 0.809, p value <0.05). Regression analysis also showed that in general, integrated ticketing is significant in explaining the variation in sustainable mobility of Matatu Sacco’s in Nairobi County, Kenya (β = 1.046, t = 15.872, p<0.05).   Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The study recommended that, the Ministry of Transport and the management of the Saccos should formulate substantial policies on how to handle ticketing where the government imposes control of fares. This ensures that there is functional guidance on charging the passengers, which would, in turn, improve customer satisfaction and improve company image.  

scholarly journals Qualitative study on the positive implications of the COVID-19 lockdown in Zimbabwe

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 189-200
Author(s):  
Tinashe Simbarashe ◽  
Herber Zirima
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Live Streaming ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
The Bible ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
Phenomenological Research Design ◽  
The Government

Corona virus disease (COVID-19), a pandemic which emerged in Wuhan, China, in December 2019, has caused a global crisis with most nations resorting to adopting national lockdowns to contain the spread of the virus. While the pandemic and the lockdowns have caused distress, this study seeks to explore the positive implications of the lockdown in Zimbabwe. The objectives of the research were to explore the benefits of the COVID-19 lockdown to family life in Zimbabwe, identify the positive psychosocial implications of the COVID-19 lockdown on individuals and explore the coping mechanisms adopted by people dealing with the temporary change of lifestyle caused by the lockdown. A qualitative research approach was used, utilizing a phenomenological research design. A total of 10 participants took part in the study. Purposive sampling was applied to carry out the study. Data were collected using a semi-structured interview guide. The interviews were conducted using the WhatsApp platform. This was done to uphold the social distancing stipulations. Data were analysed through the use of thematic analysis. Major findings of the research were that parents were able to plan accordingly and avoid unnecessary impulsive buying. Parents had the opportunity to do a self-reflection. Parents and their families were able to seek God and be close to him through praying, read the bible and follow live streaming of church services online. Parents and their families stayed entertained through socializing with friends and relatives using social media platforms and by doing indoor exercises. One of the recommendations of the study is that the government should provide citizens with accurate and real-time updates to lessen anxiety among the people, as some people mislead other by giving false information.   Keywords: Qualitative study, COVID-19, corona virus, lockdown, positive, parenting, implications.

MALE PARTICIPATION IN FAMILY PLANNING: RESULTS FROM A QUALITATIVE STUDY IN MPIGI DISTRICT, UGANDA

2005 ◽  
Vol 37 (3) ◽  
pp. 269-286 ◽  
Author(s):  
ANGELA KAIDA ◽  
WALTER KIPP ◽  
PATRICK HESSEL ◽  
JOSEPH KONDE-LULE
Keyword(s):  
Family Planning ◽  
Public Attitudes ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Family Planning Services ◽  
Spousal Communication ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Modern Family ◽  
The Government ◽  
Almost All

The aim of this study was to determine men’s perceptions about family planning and how they participate or wish to participate in family planning activities in Mpigi District, central Uganda. Four focus group discussions were conducted with married men and with family planning providers from both the government and private sector. In addition, seven key informants were interviewed using a semi-structured interview guide. The results indicate that men have limited knowledge about family planning, that family planning services do not adequately meet the needs of men, and that spousal communication about family planning issues is generally poor. However, almost all men approved of modern family planning and expressed great interest in participating. The positive change of the beliefs and attitudes of men towards family planning in the past years has not been recognized by family planning programme managers, since available services are not in line with current public attitudes. A more couple-oriented approach to family planning is needed. Measures could include, for example, recruiting males as family planning providers, offering more family planning counselling for couples, and promoting female-oriented methods with men and vice versa.

scholarly journals Impact of Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) on consumption, health and education

2021 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 42-50
Author(s):  
Ijaz Uddin ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Safety Net ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Research Strategy ◽  
Support Program ◽  
Income Support ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Impact

Introduction. Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) is one of such efforts promulgated by the Government of Pakistan (GoP) in July 2008, as a premier national safety net initiative aimed at eradicating extreme and chronic poverty in the country. The main aim of this empirical study to examined the impact of BISP on consumption, education and health in case study of district Swat Pakistan. Methodology. This study used the qualitative research strategy because qualitative research strategy provided a variety of opportunities in identifying a problem. The data were collected through key informant interviews and mailed questionnaires. Interviews were conducted face to face using a semi-structured interview guide and as well a mail questionnaire. Results. The following respondents were well-acknowledged from the situation Covid-19 and have better knowledge about the BISP as a source of income. A total of 4 interviews were conducted from the targeted respondents using a semi-structured interview guide. And sent the mailed questionnaire to 45 respondents, only 7 respondents are replied. Conclusion. The main aim of this empirical study is to examine the Impact of Benazir income support program (BISP) on consumption, health and education during the COVID 19 pandemic. The finding reveled that BISP have positive effect on consumption, health and education. This empirical study has several recommendations based on research findings; (1) the government should pay the BISP income on monthly basis. (2) The government should increase the BISP income.

scholarly journals Ballot Paper Wastage in Elections in Ghana: Reflections of Electoral Commission Officers and Voters in the Jaman South District

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 12-23
Author(s):  
Daniel Odoom ◽  
Ernest Opoku ◽  
Edward Gyamfi
Keyword(s):  
Public Education ◽  
Civic Education ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
National Commission ◽  
Exploratory Research ◽  
The People ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
The Government ◽  
High Level ◽  
Time And Energy

This paper investigated the reflections of Electoral Commission (EC) officers and voters in the Jaman South District with regard to ballot paper wastage in elections in Ghana using descriptive exploratory research design. Purposive and convenience sampling techniques were used to select 172 respondents for the study with questionnaires, structured interview and interview guide as the research instruments. The study revealed that elections were conducted to help select leaders for the nation and to help ensure that leaders are accountable to the people. Policies and ideologies of candidates were found to have little influence on how persons vote. Factors such as protest voting, low public education on elections, and high level of illiteracy were responsible for rejected ballots in the district. Rejected ballot paper was a cost to the EC officers and the voters in terms of resources, time and energy especially during periods of run-offs. The study recommended that the government effectively collaborate with the EC officials in the district to implement policies that will increase voters’ appreciation of issues underpinning democracy. The EC officers in the district should properly collaborate with the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) to provide adequate public education to enable the electorates in the district to have a proper understanding of basic electoral issues.Key words: Elections; democracy; democratization; disenfranchisement; rejected ballots.

scholarly journals Comfort Issues: Injection-related Experiences of Patients with Rheumatic Heart Disease

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bryle Artsil A. Fabe ◽  
Mauro Allan Padua Amparado
Keyword(s):  
Heart Disease ◽  
Rheumatic Heart Disease ◽  
Financial Burden ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Psychological Outcomes ◽  
Pain Experience ◽  
Injection Treatment ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Phenomenological Research Design ◽  
Rheumatic Heart

The purpose of this study is to delve into the experiences of individuals who underwent injection-related treatment with rheumatic heart disease. The study also explored the physical and psychological outcomes experienced by the informants after the treatment.The phenomenological research design was used in this study. The study interviewed five informants diagnosed with rheumatic heart disease, currently having injection shots in the hospital. Informants were purposively selected by the researchers. This study was conducted in Agusan del Sur, Philippines and all informants were interviewed in their respective houses. The researchers utilized a structured interview guide to collect the data. Meaningful information was formulated and organized into themes.Based on the findings of the study, majority of the research participants experienced severe traumatic pain experienced after injection treatment. There were eight themes formulated in this study: Severe pain as experienced by informants; Experienced and skilled nurses to administer the treatment; Personality of nurses affect the pain experience; I’m not angry but I’m hurt; Rheumatic heart disease treatment is a financial burden; Enduring the pain experience; Misconceptions of the treatment; The injection experience affects the person physically and emotionally.The nurses, hospital management and significant others should be aware of the outcomes of the injection treatment. Physiological and psychological outcomes should be carefully assessed during the treatment, to increase patient’s adherence and prevent further damage that can alter patient’s quality of life. Recommended citation: Fabe, B. A. A. &amp; Amparado, M. A. P. (2018, March). Comfort Issues: Injection-related Experiences of Patients with Rheumatic Heart Disease. Paper presented at the 2018 University of Cebu Research Congress, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines, 12(1), 22.

scholarly journals Principals’ Self-Efficacy Beliefs about Managing Bullying Cases in Secondary Schools

sjesr ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 338-349
Author(s):  
Malahat Fuad Siddiqui ◽  
Dr. Yaar Muhammad ◽  
Hadiya Naseer
Keyword(s):  
Support Group ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Efficacy Beliefs ◽  
Group Method ◽  
Data Collection Tool ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Phenomenological Research Design ◽  
Free Environment ◽  
Teaching Learning

School education is termed as the foundation that has the whole life of the child dependent upon. Schools are expected to be at par with the latest educational trends, shaping the students' personalities by mitigating the adversities of life yet contemplating skills needed to succeed in life later on. For the very same reason, modern schools ensure an overall environment conducive to the overall development of children. Several factors can hinder the process, among which bullying in schools has become the major concern.  School principals have the encumbrance to maintain a hassle-free environment and an uninterrupted teaching-learning process in school. The study, therefore, sought to explore the efficacy beliefs of the principal to deal effectively with bullies while interplaying with different paradigms of bullying management. The theoretical framework was nested in the six approaches presented by Rigby as in Traditional Disciplinary Approach, Strengthening the Victim, Mediation, Restorative Justice, The Support Group Method, and the Shared Concern Approach. A Phenomenological research design was used, and seven principals of schools in Lahore were selected as participants of the study through purposive sampling. A self-constructed, semi-structured interview guide was used as the basic data collection tool. The obtained data were interpreted to meaningful information in relevance to the study by using profiling and then the reflexive thematic analysis technique. Findings revealed that participants are well aware of the concept of bullying, its types, and the adversities associated with bullying. Most of them have devised their hybrid systems to counter bullying in their schools. However, strengthening the victim was found to be the approach the participants feel most efficacious to work with. They regard it fruitful and rewarding in terms of the outcome.

Construction of citizenship in hospitalized children, Peru

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
Fernando Ledesma Perez ◽  
Maria Caycho Avalos ◽  
Juana Cruz Montero ◽  
Andrea Ayala Sandoval
Keyword(s):  
Structured Interview ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Fundamental Rights ◽  
Hospitalized Children ◽  
Health Institute ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Communication Interaction ◽  
The Individual

Citizenship is the exercise of the fundamental rights of people in spaces of participation, opinion and commitments, which can not be violated by any health condition in which the individual is. This research aims to interpret the process of construction of citizenship in hospitalized children, was developed through the qualitative approach, ethnomethodological method, synchronous design, with a sample of three students hospitalized in a health institute specializing in childhood, was used Observation technique and a semi-structured interview guide were obtained as results that hospitalized children carry out their citizenship construction in an incipient way, through the communication interaction they make with other people in the environment where they grow up.

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