scholarly journals Figurative language and Symbolism Manifested in Bukusu Cultural Songs and Proverbs

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 26-34
Author(s):  
Aggrey Wafula Watulo
Keyword(s):  
Figurative Language ◽  
Cultural Practices ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Language And Culture ◽  
Cultural Activities ◽  
Cultural Rights ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
And Function

The paper investigates the place of song, dance and proverbs as manifested in selected cultural practices of Bukusu community. Song, dance and proverbs are notoriously utilized with each having roots and a focus to a specific event.  The objective of the study include the role, occasion and function of such markers of culture that have been utilized during crowded festivities despite the Covid 19 pandemic.  In light of this, the proposition made is that language and culture have a close interplay and promote social ties hence maintaining societal cultural festivities like marriage, burial, circumcision just to list a few.  The trajectory created in such rich cultural festivities has been thwarted by the pandemic. Amid the pandemic, such manifestation of cultural rights are promoted either publicly or in hideout in a number of homes to ensure that culture is passed from one generation to the other.  The argument raised in view of this, is one that ensures that culture is promoted through linguistic ability, oratory skills, song, music and dance with an aim of creating a cohesive society hence building a rich cultural society. Culture is communicated through literary and linguistic tools such as proverbs, song, symbolism and propaganda. Coupled with a myriad of cultural activities among the community the paper forms a base for an analysis of selected festivities that have gained prominence amid the ravages of the pandemic. The study adopts convenience sampling technique to identify subjects. Data was collected through participant observation and focus group discussion of the cultural activities within Bungoma County. The participants were drawn from notorious villages that have continuously promoted the cultural festivities through crowds despite the escalating numbers of Covid 19 victims. The data will be analyzed descriptively.

scholarly journals Ownership, gender, and experience as correlates of policy implementation in the management of university libraries in the South-South, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-16
Author(s):  
Jennifer Ngozi B.Igwela Igwela ◽  
Ominini Brother Asako Walson
Keyword(s):  
Policy Implementation ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Policy Statements ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
Very High

The study examined ownership, gender and experience as correlates of policy implementation in the management of Universities Libraries in South-South, Nigeria. The correlational survey design was adopted for the study. Three (3)research questions and three (3)hypotheses guided the study. The population of the study was 1,465 which comprised 12university librarians from the 12 State and Federal Universities in South-South, 263 other professional librarians and 1,200 year 3 students who are regular libraryusers in the universities. The sample for the study was 385 respondents which consisted of 12 university librarians from the twelve universities, 263 other professional librarians and 120 years 3 students. The convenience sampling technique was used to select 10 year 3 students each from the 12 universities. Three instruments were used for datathe collection namely:questionnaire,interview, and focus group discussion. The overall internal consistency reliability index of the questionnaire obtained through Cronbach’s alpha estimate was 0.95. The data collected were analyzed using mean and standard deviations for the research questions. The null hypotheses were tested using multiple regressionsand associated t-test. The findings showedthat in the management of university libraries in South-South Nigeria, library policies on main duties and responsibilities, user-oriented library concepts, schedule of duties, were highly implemented. On account of these findings, it was recommended among others that: The National Universities Commission (NUC) should monitor the implementation of the policy statements. This is to ensure that libraries irrespective of ownership, gender and experience of the librarians, are encouraged and supported to implement the policy statements to a very high extent.

scholarly journals Analysis Of General Perspective Regarding Child Abuse

2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-67
Author(s):  
Dua e Rehma ◽  
Seema Manzoor ◽  
Syed Faisal Hashmi
Keyword(s):  
Child Abuse ◽  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Cultural Practices ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Interview Schedule ◽  
Violence Against Children ◽  
Abusive Behavior ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
General Perspective

The present study is about general concepts of people about Violence against children and mal-treatment. Child abuse and mal-treatment is a vibrating issue of recent decades around the globe. Parenting behaviors and cultural practices may also be the part of abuse regarding children depends on societies’ and cultures’ common perceptions and norms. Child mal-treatment impacts the children (either a boy or a girl) as well as the society. This study examined the reasons and causes of child abuse and its effects on child’s personality socially, physically and psychologically. The research is conducted by descriptive and quantitative methods; convenience sampling technique of non probability has been used to select the target population, and interview schedule is used as a tool to collect data. The study reveals that child abuse of any kind, either it is of minor intensity or extreme, have its impact on children depending on intensity of abusive behavior.

scholarly journals Neglected assets in migrants’ health literacy promotion: Translanguaging and second language teacher

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
S Harsch ◽  
U Bittlingmayer
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Literacy Practices ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Realist Review ◽  
Language Teachers ◽  
Language And Culture ◽  
Language Courses

Abstract Background Providing health care to migrants and refugees can be difficult due to language discordance, divergent cultural preferences and low levels of health literacy (HL). To improve it, experts suggest promoting newcomers' HL in second language courses (SLC). Yet, little empirical evidence exists on the promotion HL in SLC exist, and the HL debate ignored the plurilingual and pluricultural competencies defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. In the project SCURA, funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research, we explored the role of HL in SLC and developed interventions to promote it. This study's purpose was to understand how HL is addressed in SLC, what teachers contribute and how first language and culture are used to promote HL. Methods In our multi-method study, we conducted a realist review of SLC (N = 13 interventions), document analyses of SLC teaching materials worldwide (N = 22) and of German textbook-series (N = 8*3), participant observation in two language courses (N = 100 hours), interviews (N = 15) and focus group discussion (N = 14) with German SLC teachers and an online survey (N = 25) among SLC teacher and triangulated our results. Results Four topics emerged: SLC material include various units on health stimulating HL development. Newcomers possess many assets (experiences, language and cultural skills) and show various strategies for using these assets to acquire new HL skills such as translanguaging, digital devices, social support. Teachers play a crucial role in promoting HL in informal conversations, by modelling and in developing interactive, asset-valuing HL-promoting activities. Conclusions HL interventions in SLC can draw from a wealth of assets and can be more promising by strengthening translanguaging and transculturing skills and providing discussion stimulating materials. Key messages Migrants’ health literacy practices are characterized by a unique use of translanguaging and transculturing. Second language teachers can promote migrants’ health literacy especially by facilitating learning opportunities that encourage them to use their assets.

scholarly journals THE DEPENDENCE OF TRIBAL LIVELIHOODS ON FOREST FRUITS IN RURAL JHARKHAND, INDIA

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 576-585
Author(s):  
M.A. Islam ◽  
◽  
Angrej Ali ◽  
A.M. Ansari ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Security ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Cash Income ◽  
Annual Income ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Sustainability Strategies ◽  
Key Informant Interview

This paper explores the diversity, extraction, consumption and livelihood contribution of forest fruits among tribes in Bundu block of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. A multi-stage random sampling technique was employed to draw a sample of 164 households from 9 selected villages for field surveys. Data were collected through a structured interview, non-participant observation, key informant interview, focus group discussion, and market assessment. Simple descriptive statistics viz., frequency (f), percentage (%), mean (x), and range were applied to analyze the data. Results of the study revealed that 31 forest fruits harvested from 26 trees and 5 shrubs belonging to 28 genera and 21 families and consumed as ripe fruit (24) followed by pickle (9), vegetable (4), oilseed (3), roasted/boiled seed (3), drink (2), dehydrated unripe slices (1), fruit aril (1), fruit leather (1), kernel (1), sauce (1), soar product (1) and vinegar (1). Total extraction of forest fruits was 19312.60 kg/year, of which 70.37% was sold for cash income and the rest 29.63% were consumed for subsistence. Sale of forest fruits accrued an annual income of ₹ 246685.00 which contributed 3.90% of the total household annual income. Forest fruits constitute a key source of food, nutrition, subsistence, cash income and safety nets. Overharvesting of forest fruits to mitigate livelihood stress is likely to deplete their availability which would greatly affect the tribal welfare and food security. To promote forest fruit’s conservation, forest management should be harmonized with tribal development, poverty alleviation, food security, and livelihood sustainability strategies and thus, some additional policies will be required.

scholarly journals The Meaning Changes in the Tolotang Community Architecture Based on Syncretism

2020 ◽  
Vol 55 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Aris Alimuddin ◽  
Shirly Wunas ◽  
Mimi Arifin ◽  
Ria Wikantar
Keyword(s):  
Research Method ◽  
Cultural Practices ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Social Solidarity ◽  
Research Model ◽  
Religious Activities ◽  
Form And Function ◽  
South Sulawesi ◽  
And Function ◽  
Depth Interviews

Architectural syncretism is the process of achieving balance in every human being, which comprises the amalgamation, mixture or integration of religious activities, traditions, cultural practices and adaption to the environment, as in buildings that display syncretic values through architectural concepts that are realized on a macro and micro scale. This study aims to analyze changes in the meaning of architecture based on syncretism in the traditional homes of the Hindu Towani and Islam Benteng Tolotang communities based on cosmology through symbols and messages. The type of the research method used in this study is qualitative, his research model is ethnography or ethnomethodology and the sampling technique used is purposive sampling with direct observation, in-depth interviews, sketches and documentation. The objects of the research are Towani To-Lotang traditional house units located in Sidrap Regency, South Sulawesi. The results show that there is a change in the meaning of Bugis architecture, which is influenced by syncretism in the homes of the Towani Hindu and Islam Benteng To-Lotang communities. Research reveals that having a unifying philosophy that reflects unity and the message behind the form and function of the traditional house of the Tolotang community symbolizes social solidarity.

Pengaruh Citra Merek, Kualitas Produk Dan Harga Terhadap Kepuasan Konsumen Pada Bisnis Franchise Minuman

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 144-153
Author(s):  
Yunita Fitri Wahyuningtyas
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Marketing Strategy ◽  
Product Quality ◽  
Multiple Regression Analysis ◽  
Multiple Regression ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Sampling Process ◽  
And Function ◽  
Simultaneous Influence

This research is conducted upon the emergence of many companies producing the same product of the same kind and function. It leads to the urgency of proper and well planned marketing strategy. This research aims to investigate how far the influence of branding, product quality, and price toward consumer’s satisfaction in beverage franchise business. This research utilizes 5 likert scale questionnaire which is tested by using multiple regression analysis to reveal whether or not there is partial and simultaneous influence of branding, product quality, and price toward consumer’s satisfaction in beverage franchise business. Sampling method is accidental sampling technique, in which sample of particular population is taken based on the accessibility and availability of the sample during the sampling process. Sample used is 100 samples among consumers or customers of Mang Endy Milkshake. The result shows that branding, product quality, and price influence consumer’s satisfaction in beverage franchise business.

Awareness on Corporate Social Responsibilty among the Consumers of Aluva Taluk

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (5) ◽  
pp. 33
Author(s):  
Neeraja Unni ◽  
M Malarkodi
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Corporate World ◽  
Strategic Plans ◽  
Medium Level ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
Level Of Understanding ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
Social Responsibilty ◽  
Mandatory Provision

In today’s corporate world, the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility has been integrated into their strategic plans and policies. It has been incorporated into the decision making process taken in view of the competitive advantage that could be achieved through social initiatives. As consumers were the most sensitive group among the stakeholders to such initiatives, this paper tries to explore the awareness of consumers of companies towards CSR practices in AluvaTaluk. The paper also tries to examine whether CSR initiatives have any association with the consumers demographic profile. A total of 160 respondents were chosen from AluvaTaluk using convenience sampling technique. The data was collected through self-administered questionnaires and were analysed using SPSS 16.0 software. The study revealed that majority of the consumers of Aluva were aware of CSR but was unaware of the fact that it was a mandatory provision for the firms under the Companies Act, 2013. The consumers who were aware had only a medium level of understanding on the concept of CSR. Age, education and income of the consumers were found to have a significant association with their awareness on CSR.

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CAREER DEVELOPMENT, COMPENSATION, JOB SECURITY, WORK ENVIRONMENT AND EMPLOYEE LOYALTY

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Faizal Samat ◽  
Muhammad Najmuddin Hamid ◽  
Muhammad Ameer Shafiq Awang@Ali ◽  
Wan Muhammad Iqmal Fazri Wan Juahari ◽  
Khairul Asraf Ghazali ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Career Development ◽  
Work Environment ◽  
Turnover Rate ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Job Security ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
Employee Loyalty ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
The Relationship

Malaysia has recorded the second highest involuntary turnover rate at 6% and third highest voluntary rate at 6.5% in South East Asia. Employee loyalty becomes critical towards employer. Thus, the purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between career development, compensation, job security, work environment and employee loyalty. In conducting this study, convenience sampling technique has been employed and respondents have been chosen in the area of Kuala Lumpur. Hypothesis were tested using regression analysis by using Smart-PLS. Based on the result, career development, compensation and job security were found to be significant with employee loyalty. However, work environment was found to be not significant with employee loyalty. It is suggested for future research to explore other variables in order to find the factors contributed in employee loyalty. Keywords: Career Development, Compensation, Job Security, Work Environment, Employee Loyalty

Pengembangan Keswadayaan Kelompok PEW sebagai Strategi Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Berbasis Kewilayahan di Kota Yogyakarta

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 160
Author(s):  
Yuli Kurniyati ◽  
Bening Hadilinatih
Keyword(s):  
Participant Observation ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Monitoring And Evaluation ◽  
Develop Model ◽  
Economic Empowerment ◽  
Self Reliance ◽  
Stakeholder Model ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
The City ◽  
Group Self

<p>Areas Based Economic Empowerment Program (Program Ekonomi Berbasis Kewilayahan/PEW) is a program designed to focus on the learning process and empowercommunities through local economic institutions to shore up the economy of thecommunity itself. This study aims to: 1). Knowing the PEW Group self-reliance inorganizing services to members in order to regionally based economic empowerment.2). Identifying the factors management, member participation and partnership thathinder or support the PEW Group self-reliance and self-reliance opportunities for effortsto develop a support group for regionally based economic empowerment, 3). Formula tepolicy recommendations for the city authorities to develop and implement a model ofselfreliance development PEW group as a regionally based economic empowerment strategy in the city of Yogyakarta. This research is qualitative research, the research took place in the townYogyakarta. The collecting data techniques used were: study documentation, participant, observation, in-depth interviews, and focus group discussion (FGD). In the first studywere: 1). Evaluating Performance PEW Group 2). Identify factors inhibiting andsupporting self-sufficiency Group 3). Self-Supporting analyze PEW Group 4). Early formulation compile policy recommendations group. The research development model of self-reliance. Year II study is 1). Self-Supporting Group to develop a model based onthe results of Phase I study 2). Validation conduct joint FGD Stakeholder Model through3). Develop Model Self-Supporting Implementation Handbook. Results showed that the level of self-reliance menilitian PEW group is still low. This isreflected in the level of independence that is still low, both in terms of independence inthe administration, self-reliance and independence in the management of the assets. PEW group of selfsufficiency level is still low, due to several factors, namely: (1) Capacity Board PEW Group is still low (2) The lack of participation of members of the Group, and (3) lack of stakeholder support. Another factor that still require serious treatment that can increase self-reliance PEW Group is a factor Assistance Group Implementation and Monitoring and Evaluation during implementation is still lacking.</p>

Social Media Literacy For Housewives In Kanoman Maguwoharjo Village, Sleman, Yogyakarta

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dewi Novianti ◽  
Siti Fatonah
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Focus Group Discussion ◽  
Media Literacy ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Research Subjects

Social media is a necessity for everyone in communicating and exchanging information. Social media users do not know the boundaries of age, generation, gender, ethnicity, and religion. However, what is interesting is the user among housewives. This study took the research subjects of housewives. Housewives are chosen as research subjects because they are pillars or pillars in a household. If the pillar is strong, then the household will also be healthy. Thus, if we want to build a resilient and robust generation, we will start from the housewives. A healthy household starts from strong mothers too. This study aims to find out the insights of the housewives of Kanoman village regarding the content on smartphones and social media and provide knowledge of social media literacy to housewives. This study used a qualitative approach with data collection techniques using participant observation, interviews, focus group discussion (FGD), and documentation. The results of the study showed that previously housewives had not experienced social media literacy. Then the researchers took steps to be able to achieve the desired literacy results. Researchers took several steps to make them become social media literates. They become able to use social media, understand social media, and even produce messages through social media.

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