International Journal of Education, Culture, and Society

Implications of Social Media Usage on Jukun Culture: A Multidisplinary Approach

2024-07-07T14:04:45+00:00

The intrusive impact of social media has revolutionised communication globally, thereby altering the status quo in virtually every aspect of life in the society. This is manifestly seen in the influence social media exerts on indigenous cultures in most especially developing countries like Nigeria. Jukun culture which is a rich traditional culture from Taraba State, Nigeria is not spared from this unfortunate reality. This study therefore, ascertains the implications of social media usage on Jukun culture from a multidisplinary point of view. Specifically, the study unravels the socio-cultural perspectives of social media usage on Aku-uka’s transitional rites; examines the perceptions of Jukun stakeholders on the implications of social media usage on Jukun traditional rites and proffers possible ways of integrating social media for promotion and transmission of Jukun culture. Anchored on cultural imperialism theory, the study adopts indepth interview to elicit relevant data from Jukun stakeholders on the implications of social media usage on Jukun culture. Among other things, the study found out that the use of social media breaches some aspects of Jukun culture and that certain foreign practices are also being introduced. The study recommends that indigenous pages and accounts should be created on different social media handles for the preservation and propagation of culture in its original form. Conclusively, social media usage has a double-edged impact on Jukun culture with the negative impact competing side-by-side with the positive impact.

Early Acculturation and Value Re-Orientation in the Imo State School System: A Case Against Deviance and Moral Decay

2024-07-12T07:51:59+00:00

The study adopted a case study descriptive design to investigate the remote causes of the prevalent deviant behaviours among the youth of nowadays with focus on the secondary school students in Imo State. It is assumed that the family and school socialization/acculturation have suffered severe collapse. Hence, the impulse to investigate the value system as emphasized in the Imo State Schools. The population for study is 200 respondents sampled randomly across the rural, semi-urban and urban areas of the state with focus on students of secondary schools, parents and teachers. Data collection was by questionnaire. A Value Emphasis Questionnaire (VEQ) was formulated and structured to find out the causes of students deviant behaviour, the prevalent antisocial conducts, as well as the perceptions of parents and teachers on value re-orientation in the school system. The questionnaire was structured using four-likert scale of VHE, HE, LE and VLE of points graded for 4, 3, 2 and 1 respectively. Data were collected and analyzed using Mean Rating Statistics at 2.5 value benchmark. From the results, it was deduced that moral values are poorly emphasized in the present day school system, that deviant behaviours are high among the school children of nowadays; and that parents and teachers advocate for inclusive and value-emphasized education in the state. The researchers also made some recommendations.

Implementation of Project-Based Learning Through the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)

2024-07-20T03:21:37+00:00

The background of this research is the lack of student motivation in learning. This can be seen from students' inactive involvement, lack of enthusiasm in lessons, and low critical thinking skills. This research aims to implement project based learning using a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) approach in training students' critical thinking skills. The research informants are Jambi University FKIP Education administration students who contract teaching and learning courses. A qualitative approach with case study design is used in this research to explore real world problems, and Focus Group Discussions (FGD) and several literature studies are used as collection techniques. data. The research results show STEM as a growing trend in the world of education, used to overcome real-world situations through a design-based problem solving process. Project-based learning allows students to apply what they learn to real-world problems and challenges, which helps them develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. With the STEM approach in project-based learning, students can learn scientific methods, engineering design, and computational thinking while working on projects that require them to apply concepts to gain a deeper understanding. It can be concluded that project-based learning can increase student involvement and motivation by making learning more relevant and meaningful.

STEM-Based Instrument Integration: Enhancing Systems and Science Skills in Teaching

2024-07-26T13:25:52+00:00

This research aims to describe STEM-based practicum instrument componentinstrument to stimulate students' system thinking skills based on the views of teachers and students. This research involved 50 middle school science teachers in Lampung Province. The method used in this research is a mixed method with explanatory sequential design to obtain quantitative and qualitative data through questionnaires and interviews. The results of the research show that teachers and students have a positive perception towards the development of STEM-based practicum instrument component. This research found the fact that there are some difficulties experienced by teachers in the use of STEM-based practicum instrument component. Teachers believe that the use of STEM-based practicum instrument component can stimulate the system thinking ability and have an impact on the improvement of students science process skills.

Health Risks Associated with Microphone Sharing: A Survey of Awareness, Perception and Preventative Actions among Christian Church Choir Members in Taraba State, North-East, Nigeria

2024-08-28T11:42:08+00:00

The aim of this study was to investigate the awareness and health actions related to the risks of microphone sharing among Christian choir members in Taraba State, Nigeria. Grounded in the Health Belief Model, the study utilised a descriptive survey design, sampling 225 choir members from 10 randomly selected churches across Taraba State, Northeast Nigeria. Data were collected via online questionnaires and analysed using simple descriptive statistics. The findings reveal a low level of awareness about the health risks associated with sharing microphones. The respondents generally demonstrated a negative perception towards these risks, with many expressing disbelief in the potential for disease transmission through shared microphones. Additionally, there was a notable lack of adherence to precautionary measures. The study found that microphones were infrequently cleaned, microphone foams were rarely replaced, and hand hygiene practices—such as hand washing and the use of sanitiser—were not routinely observed. The use of face masks and shields among choir members was also reported as rare. These findings have significant implications for public health practices within religious communities. They underscore the urgent need for increased awareness and education about the potential health risks of microphone sharing. Thus, the study recommends implementing regular cleaning protocols, ensuring the replacement of microphone foams, and promoting personal hygiene measures, including hand sanitisation and the use of face masks or shields during group singing activities. These measures are essential for mitigating health risks and ensuring the well-being of choir members.

The Impact of the 2022 Electoral Reform on the Credibility of the 2023 General Elections in Nigeria

2024-09-17T11:53:34+00:00

Over the years, Nigeria has faced serious election fraud, leading many Nigerians to lose confidence in the electoral process. In 2022, the new Electoral Act was introduced, creating more opportunities for the integration of technologies like BVAS and IREV to improve voter accreditation, result transmission, and real-time election viewership for all stakeholders. This development was welcomed by many Nigerians who hoped the Act would restore voter confidence in the country. However, the outcome of the elections, particularly the presidential elections, indicated that the Act failed to meet the expectations of Nigerians. This study therefore examined the Electoral Act 2022 and the election credibility of the 2023 elections. It explored why the Act failed to mitigate insecurity and ensure effective transmission and viewing of election results, which are key to free and fair elections. Using a mixed research approach to data collection and analysis, the study drew on direct responses from voters and stakeholders, scholarly literature, media reports, and findings from election observer groups. The results indicate that while the Act provides a legal framework for stronger elections in Nigeria, it has not sufficiently ensured a free and fair election in the presidential polls. The study concludes that the Act alone cannot guarantee transparent elections due to poor implementation by stakeholders and certain grey areas in the Act that were exploited for election manipulation. The researcher recommends revisiting or strengthening these grey areas to prevent manipulation by elites and ensuring effective implementation by all stakeholders. Specifically, the study suggests the integration of technological advancements, such as blockchain for secure voting, electronic voting systems to enhance accessibility, geospatial technology for better logistics management, and secure mobile applications for real-time results transmission, to further bolster election credibility and transparency in Nigeria.