scholarly journals Promoting Commercialisation of African Indigenous Vegetables through Communication Strategies: lessons from Farm Concern International, Kenya.

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 104-114
Author(s):  
James Kimani Kuria
Keyword(s):  
Financial Literacy ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Communication Strategies ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Mainstream Media ◽  
African Indigenous Vegetables ◽  
Rational Argumentation ◽  
The Media ◽  
Indigenous Vegetables

The study sought to analyse the efficiency of Farm Concern International’s Communication strategies in promoting the commercialisation of African Indigenous Vegetables in Lari Sub-County, Kenya. Qualitative and quantitative research designs were adopted for the study and purposive sampling, followed by random sampling used to select 100 farmers from the five villages in Lari Sub County. The data was gathered from the primary source through the use of structured questionnaire for both quantitative and qualitative. The data was then processed and presented by the use of graphs, tables and pie charts and analysed by use of descriptive analysis. The study used two theories, Rational Argumentation Theory propounded by Cragan and Shields (1998) and Trans theoretical Model (TM) by Prochaska, Johnson and Lee (1998). The study established that the rate of commercialisation is currently high, with the majority of farmers earning between sh. 5, 000 to sh. 15, 000 per month. Majority of farmers sold AIVs to Uchumi Supermarket. The findings also indicated that FCI majorly used two forms of Ora-Media, barazas and demonstrations, to promote production, consumption and commercialisation of AIVs. However, a bit of Use of projector was also used, but no form of mainstream media or internet and drama was used. The study recommends that NGOs should liaise with financial institutions to train farmers on financial literacy and facilitate them to make savings to enhance production. Also, there is a need for more campaign by NGOs and other gatekeepers like the media, government leaders and local leaders to enhance increased production of AIVs.

scholarly journals Communication Strategies for Enhancing Production and Consumption of African Indigenous Vegetables: The case of Farm Concern International in Kenya.

1970 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
James Kimani Kuria
Keyword(s):  
Value Chain ◽  
Basic Education ◽  
Communication Strategies ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Daily Basis ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Research ◽  
Production And Consumption ◽  
African Indigenous Vegetables ◽  
Indigenous Vegetables ◽  
Enhancing Production

The study analyses the efficiency of communication strategies used by Farm Concern International (FCI) in enhancing the production and consumption of African Indigenous Vegetables in Lari Sub-County, Kenya. The study used both quantitative and qualitative research designs and used purposive sampling, followed by random sampling to select 100 farmers from the five villages in Lari Sub County. The data was gathered from the primary sources through the use of structured questionnaire for both quantitative and qualitative. The data was then processed and presented by the use of graphs, tables and pie charts and analysed by use of descriptive analysis. The study used two theories, Rational Argumentation Theory propounded by Cragan and Shields (1998) and Trans theoretical Model (TM) by Prochaska, Johnson and Lee (1998). The study established that the rate of AIVs production has increased since the implementation of DoHoMa Project. The rate of consumption has also increased with the majority of farmers eating AIVs on a daily basis due to their higher nutritional value. Only a few who consumed the value chain three to six times a week. The findings also indicated that FCI majorly used two forms of Ora-Media, barazas and demonstrations, to promote production, consumption and commercialisation of AIVs. The study recommends that agriculture-based NGOs need to use more of demonstrations than barazas because most of the farmers have basic education. The Ministry of Agriculture needs to facilitate farmers to dig boreholes for enhancing irrigation during dry spells.

scholarly journals Learning from Mistakes in the Media to Improve the Communication of Wood Bioenergy Research

BioResources ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-3
Author(s):  
Brooks Mendell
Keyword(s):  
General Public ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Applied Research ◽  
Communication Strategies ◽  
Effective Communication ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Causal Relationships ◽  
Total Absence ◽  
The Media ◽  
Media Reports

Successful applied research into wood bioenergy requires communication of meaningful insights to inform decision-makers and the general public. Effective communication strategies make such insights accessible. However, recent media reports often exhibit a near total absence of findings from peer-reviewed or quantitative research, highlighting a failure to communicate between applied researchers and reporters. As a result, the general public’s understanding of wood-based bioenergy remains incomplete. At a minimum, researchers can address three common lapses when communicating results of their research related to wood-based energy to increase the public’s access to technical results. First, provide context to give policymakers a sense, on a relative basis, of the importance of a given issue. Second, properly distinguish between “causal” relationships and mere happenstance or correlations. And finally, confirm facts and conclusions. Faulty assertions can cast doubts on the broader work and body of research.

scholarly journals Type ll Diabetic Patients’ Attitudes Toward Influenza and Covid-19 Vaccination

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. A351-A352
Author(s):  
Reisa Gilfix ◽  
Jack Elstein ◽  
Eleanor Elstein
Keyword(s):  
Real Life ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Mainstream Media ◽  
Telephone Interviews ◽  
Related Information ◽  
Health Related ◽  
The Media ◽  
History Of Use

Abstract Influenza vaccination (fluv) is free and easily accessible to diabetics in Quebec. The importance of vaccination (v) during the Covid19 (CV19) pandemic has been widely discussed in the media. To ascertain the receptiveness of type 2 diabetics (T2D) to fluv during the CV19 pandemic and their acceptance of an eventual CV19 vaccine (CVv) we carried out telephone interviews with 34 unselected T2D pts in Montreal, Quebec post the 1st wave of CV19 in that region. Pts were asked if they planned taking the fluv and/or an eventual CVv, reasons for reticence to v, and attitudes toward and compliance with public health (PH) directives. They were also asked their primary source of health related information. Recent HbA1c and insulin use were recorded. Thirty four T2Ds were surveyed, 22 M 50–87 yrs (mean 69.2) and 12 F 49–84 yrs (mean 68.8). Eleven M and 5 F were on insulin. HbA1c ranged from 5.9–13.0 (mean 7.3). None of the pts had recently discussed v with a healthcare provider (HCP). One pt received his health related information from Facebook, the others from mainstream media. None had contraindications to v. None had been diagnosed with CV19. Past influenza history was unknown. Forty one percent (14/34) of pts, 11 M 50–86 yrs (mean 66.0) and 3 F 49–66 yrs (mean 59.0) did not plan to take the fluv. They explained their decisions as never having taken fluv (12 pts) or having been ill despite having taken it (2 pts). Neither accessibility nor cost were issues. Two F, 62 and 66 yrs, who refused fluv also refused CVv. Six M aged 60–86 yrs (mean 70.5) and 1 F aged 73 yrs were planning to wait to access real life safety (6pts) or efficacy (1pt) data before accepting CVv. All pts claimed to be following PH guidelines including social distancing, hand washing, and mask recommendations; 91.2% (31/34) fully agreed with PH policies, 2 were in moderate agreement and 1 thought PH policy was not strict enough. Of the latter 3 pts none planned on taking the fluv. One planned taking the CVv, 1 planned not to, and the 3rd planned to wait before deciding. Despite a long history of use, recommendations by experts, and free and easy accessibility, T2D pts questioned after the 1st wave of CV19 are not convinced of the fluv’s importance. Despite high case numbers and being themselves at high risk, not all T2Ds are willing to unequivocally accept a potential Health Canada sanctioned CVv. This study underlines the important work HCPs have ahead in educating and reassuring pts with regard to vaccination.

scholarly journals Strategy to Improve the Quality of Indonesian Industrial Halal through Smart Investment and Education Systems 4.0

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ari Gunawan
Keyword(s):  
Financial Literacy ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Financial Decisions ◽  
Government Organizations ◽  
Return Of Investment ◽  
Innovative Solution ◽  
Smart Education ◽  
The Government

Indonesia with a Muslim population reaching 87.17% is very strategic for the development of halal industry. But the halal industry in Indonesia has not grown optimally. One reason is the lack of Islamic financial literacy, whereas literacy greatly influences the financial decisions taken. The government organization, BPJPH, which handles certification and provides Islamic financial literacy, has not yet operated. Therefore we need an innovative solution that is a smart system about Education and Investment for halal industry. The research methodology used is descriptive qualitative. Through quantitative research with one sample t test using descriptive analysis and each 1 research variable. This system is a concept of innovation in the field technology that can be a bridge for government organizations namely BPJPH to provide Islamic financial literacy. Not just giving literacy, but also offering alternative solutions for submission of sharia-compliant capital loans. This system brings together important elements in the halal industry cycle, namely halal industry players, Islamic banking, investors and the government as regulators through an application. Increased Sharia financial literacy and the potential of Return of Investment in halal industries can be realized. This is evidenced by an increase of 80% to the understanding of the halal industry from before, and the potential increase in capital and profits that reached a Return of Investment of 14.3% in the calculation of research samples in the province of East Java. This shows the benefits and success of the application of smart education and investment systems for the halal industry in Indonesia. Keywords: Islamic financial literacy, Islamic finance, technology

scholarly journals PENGARUH LITERASI KEUANGAN TERHADAP PERILAKU PENGELOLAAN KEUANGAN MAHASISWA PROGRAM STUDI PENDIDIKAN EKONOMI

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-53
Author(s):  
Silviana Veriwati ◽  
Dessy Triana Relita ◽  
Emilia Dewiwati Pelipa
Keyword(s):  
Financial Literacy ◽  
Financial Management ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Economic Education ◽  
Economic Study ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Management Behavior ◽  
Study Program

This study aims to determine the effect of financial literacy on the financial management behavior of students in economic study programs. Tehe research is a quantitative research. The population in this study were 106 students of the economic study program STKIP Persada Khatulistiwa Sintang. The number of sampel of this study were 84 respondents, the sampling technique used was random usig the Slovin formula. First, data analysis was done by looking for validity and reliability, descriptive analysis test, contribution test, and classical assumption test. The data obtained were processed with the SPSS version 18 program. The results showed that financial literacy had an effect on the financial management behavior of students in the economic education study program of STKIP Persada Khatulistiwa Sintang, with the results of the t test, the t count was 5,119 greater than (>) t table 1.988 and the value os Sig. 0.000 < 0.05

scholarly journals Knowledge of Children Sex Education Ages 5-6 Years Reviewed from The Implementation of Protect Our Selves Media

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-33
Author(s):  
Nia Nofiana ◽  
Neneng Tasuah
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Sex Education ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
Technical Data ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Media ◽  
The Mean

Cases of adult sex abuse against children are rampant, indicating that sex education from an early age is very important. Adults consider children as innocent beings, so they are often targeted by sex. Child innocence is also used by individuals to carry out immoral acts against children. The problem statement from this study is whether there is a difference in knowledge about early childhood sex education before and after the application of the Protect Our Selves media in learning, and whether the mean score after being given the application of the Protect Our Selves media in learning is knowledgeable about sex education is higher than the child before applying the Protect Our Selves media. The aim is to obtain facts and explain the differences in knowledge of child sex education before and after using the Protect Our Selves media and to explain that children who learn to use the Protect Our Selves media have higher knowledge about early childhood sex education than children before using the Protect Our Selves media. This research is a kind of quantitative research with the research subjects being children aged 5-6 years at Pertiwi Gambuhan Kindergarten Pulosari District, Pemalang Regency, with 31 children. Methods of data collection in the form of observation, Likert scale, documentation. Technical data analysis using descriptive analysis. The results of the study based on statistical calculations, obtained t_count = 10.36212 from the distribution list t with t_table = 2.042. So that it can be concluded that 〖t〗 count> t_table then H_0 is rejected and H_1 is accepted. So there is a significant difference between the knowledge of sex education in children before and after the application of learning through the media Protect Our Selves. Based on the descriptive analysis on the results of the calculations that have been done, the mean is 157.74 at the pretest value, and the mean is 201.65 at the posttest value. This means that the second hypothesis is accepted, that is, the child after being applied to the Protect Our Selves media has a higher knowledge of sex education than the child before applying the Protect Our Selves media.

scholarly journals Significance of media landscape in raising various social issues in urban areas of Lahore, Pakistan

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 189-199
Author(s):  
Muhammad Umair Chaudhary ◽  
Nauman Ahmad Abdullah
Keyword(s):  
Urban Areas ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Metropolitan Areas ◽  
Social Issues ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
The Media ◽  
Public And Private Sector

The present study aims to analyse the significance of the media landscape in raising various social issues in urban areas of Lahore, Pakistan. The present study will discuss how the media landscape helps in disseminating social awareness messages to urbanized communities, and that leads to evolving information and relationships between a social setup. For said purpose, the quantitative research method was used by the researchers to get the results. A questionnaire was devised to undertake the survey. Through stratified random sampling technique, a sample size of 250 respondents was selected from public and private sector universities of Lahore. According to the results, media have a vital part in each community's social development. People who live in urban regions are thought to be more technologically advanced than those who live in rural ones. The media landscape in metropolitan areas is the primary source of their information and awareness. The survey results also indicate that media is playing an important role to highlight various social issues being faced by the urban population of Lahore city; these issues include health, education, terrorism, and poverty.

scholarly journals Pengembangan Media Bimbingan Konseling Permainan Monopoli Truth And Dare Untuk Meningkatkan Self Confidence Pada Peserta Didik

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 21
Author(s):  
Azmi Septiani Thalib
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Student Response ◽  
Counseling Services ◽  
Guidance And Counseling ◽  
Service Needs ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
The Media ◽  
Data Collection Technique

This study developed truth and dare monopoly counseling guidance media to increase self-confidence in students. The focus of this research is: 1) How is the description of the service needs of the truth and dare game counseling guidance media effective in increasing self-confidence in students at SMP Negeri 8 Makassar ?, 2) What is the level of validity of the truth and dare game monopoly game counseling guidance media to be applied to students at SMP Negeri 8 Makassar ?, 3) What is the level of acceptance of the truth and dare monopoly game counseling guidance media to be applied to students at SMP Negeri 8 Makassar? The purpose of this study was to find out: 1) Knowing the description of the service needs of the truth and dare monopoly game counseling guidance media is effective in increasing self-confidence in students at SMP Negeri 8 Makassar, 2) Knowing the level of validity of the truth and dare game counseling guidance media for applied to students at SMP Negeri 8 Makassar, 3) Knowing the level of acceptance of the truth and dare monopoly game counseling guidance media to be applied to students at SMP Negeri 8 Makassar. This study uses the Research and Development (RnD) research method, by collaborating qualitative and quantitative research. The data collection technique used was the Material and Media Expert Validation Sheet to determine the validity of the media and the Student Response Questionnaire. The analysis technique used is the form and descriptive analysis technique. So the results showed that the truth and dare monopoly developed was valid and practically used for providing guidance and counseling services at SMP Negeri 8 Makassar

scholarly journals Smallholder Farmers’ Practices and African Indigenous Vegetables Affect Soil Microbial Biodiversity and Enzyme Activities in Lake Naivasha Basin, Kenya

Biology ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 44
Author(s):  
Eren Taskin ◽  
Chiara Misci ◽  
Francesca Bandini ◽  
Andrea Fiorini ◽  
Nic Pacini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Systems ◽  
Plant Protection ◽  
Smallholder Farmers ◽  
Cropping Systems ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Lake Naivasha ◽  
Soil Biodiversity ◽  
African Indigenous Vegetables ◽  
Indigenous Vegetables

Loss of soil biodiversity and fertility in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) may put the food security of smallholder farmers in peril. Food systems in SSA are seeing the rise of African indigenous vegetables (AIVs) that are underexploited but locally consumed without being considered a primary source of food and income. Here we present a field study, a first of its kind, in which we investigated the effects of different cropping systems and inclusion of AIVs in the farming approach on bacterial and fungal biodiversity and community structures, enzymatic activity, and the alteration status of soils of the smallholder farmers in Kenya. When compared to mainstream farming approaches, the composition and biodiversity of bacteria and fungi under AIV cultivations was significantly different. Tillage had a significant impact only on the fungal communities. Fertilization and soil amendments caused shifts in microbial communities towards specialized degraders and revealed the introduction of specific microorganisms from amendments. Traditional homemade plant protection products did not cause any disturbance to either of soil bacteria or fungi. The soil alteration index based on enzyme activity successfully differentiated the alteration status for the first time in SSA. These findings could be useful for farmers to integrate AIVs with correct sustainable practices for a sustainable future.

scholarly journals Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Berbasis Video pada Teori Pemesinan Frais

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 82
Author(s):  
Muhammad Aziz Fauzan ◽  
Dwi Rahdiyanta
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Quantitative Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Content Expert ◽  
The Media ◽  
Video Based Learning ◽  
Quantitative Descriptive ◽  
Strongly Agree

This research is intended to produce a suitable video-based learning media on the making of helical gear in Milling Theory. This is a Research and Development type research incorporating six steps, namely: stating the potentials and problems, collecting data, designing the product, validation of the product design, revision of the design and product trials. Feasibility of the learning media was assesed by content-expert, media expert, teachers and students, by means of questionnaires. The quantitative research data were analized using quantitative-descriptive analysis technique. The product of this research is a learning media in the form of mp4 videos about Milling Machining practice. The media includes introductory music, videos, naration and animation. The feasibility level of the video-based learning media were assessed and presented in the form of percentages and classifications. The content-expert gave a feasibility level of 96.50% with classification of “very good”, the media-expert gave 80.63% with classification of “very good”, the teacher gave 76.25% with classification “very good” and the students’ responses reached 80.52% with classification of “strongly agree” to the use of the video-based learning media. It can be concluded that the video-based learning media of Milling Machining Theory is feasible to use in the teaching and learning process.Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menghasilkan produk berupa media pembelajaran berbasis video pembuatan roda gigi heliks pada Teori Pemesinan Frais yang layak digunakan. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian pengembangan dengan enam tahap, yaitu: potensi dan masalah, pengumpulan data, desain produk, validasi desain, revisi desain dan uji coba produk. Kelayakan media pembelajaran dinilai menggunakan angket oleh ahli materi, ahli media, guru pengampu dan siswa. Data penelitian berupa data kuantitatif yang dianalisis menggunakan teknik analisis deskriptif kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian berupa produk media pembelajaran Teknik Pemesinan Frais berbasis video berbentuk file mp4 yang dilengkapi dengan musik pengantar, video, narator dan animasi. Kelayakan media pembelajaran berbasis video dari ahli materi diperoleh persentase sebesar 96.50% dengan klasifikasi sangat baik, dari ahli media diperoleh persentase sebesar 80.63% dengan klasifikasi sangat baik, dari guru pengampu diperoleh persentase sebesar 76.25% dengan klasifikasi sangat baik dan berdasarkan respon penilaian siswa diperoleh persentase sebesar 80.52% dengan klasifikasi sangat setuju menggunakan media pembelajaran ini. Dengan demikian media pembelajaran berbasis video pada Teori Pemesinan Frais layak digunakan untuk proses pembelajaran.

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