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Social Media Roi: A Case For Reconceptualisation, Daniel Nkrumah, Rose Adjei Asamoah, Roselyn Tanowaa Tanor

Global Advances in Business Communication

Return on Investment (ROI) is a valuable business parameter that measures profitability following an investment. For many corporate organisations, ROI is vital, and in corporate communication, Return on Investment indicates whether advertising and promotional activities are generating the required sales lift. This paper assesses the concept of ROI in corporate communications, with a particular focus on social media Coca Cola. The question that is asked is whether the social media advertising and promotional activities are producing the required sales lift. Using selected case studies, the paper examines the impact of social media promotional activities on the sales and patronage of …

Creating An Enabling Environment For Digital Learners In Higher Education In Uganda, Patricia Isabirye, Mary-Anne Isabirye

Howard University Journal of African Studies (HUJAS)

The COVID-19 pandemic severely disrupted learning in various institutions in Uganda, which saw the temporary closure of tertiary institutions and the adoption of digital learning, which posed access challenges especially for under-privileged groups. Uninterrupted learning was hampered in various forms for university students due to the lack of affordable digital tools for majority of these learners, inadequate digital facilities within tertiary institutions, and the temporary halt of contact classes by the government. The article explores challenges and opportunities experienced because of the digital approach to learning in Uganda, and proposes user-friendly but affordable solutions to digital literacy, while promoting equitable …

Africa’S Digital Knowledge Economy: Building And Boosting Access To Quality Research From Africa, Hyeladzirra Banu

Howard University Journal of African Studies (HUJAS)

Africa has built its knowledge economy since the rise of its ancient civilizations. The turn of the new millennium marked the rise of Africa’s digital knowledge economy, as it did for the rest of the world. This article analyses Africa’s knowledge systems, linking the foundational sources of original research to ancient knowledge systems and tracing these systems into the current digital era within which the article locates Africa’s knowledge economy. What are the epistemological and ontological bases of African knowledge systems, and how do they relate to Africa’s modern digital knowledge economy? This study has two parts: The first traces …

Evaluating The Impact Of Residential Landscape Audits Using 5-Second Water Use Data, Mahmud Aveek, Camilo J. Bastidas Pacheco, David E. Rosenberg, Jeffery S. Horsburgh, Kelly Kopp, Belize A. Lane

Civil and Environmental Engineering Student Research

We used 5-s water use data to evaluate the effectiveness of residential landscape water audits in summer 2022. Fifty-nine households in two northern Utah cities were monitored for 2–5 weeks before and 3–10 weeks after an audit. We found that the distribution of weekly irrigation volumes postaudit was statistically less than the distribution preaudit (significant at the 1.9E10-5 level). Collectively, the participants reduced their landscape irrigation water use by approximately 379,000 L per week (100,300 gal per week; 0.3 acre-feet per week). We also analyzed changes in irrigation event volume, duration, frequency, and the number of days between events at …

The Celebrity Fantasy: Digital Identity, Performance, And Catfish Deception, Erin L. Dutton

Departmental Honors & Graduate Capstone Projects

This paper examines how celebrity fantasy shapes digital identity and contributes to vulnerability in catfishing scenarios. Using ideological criticism, this study analyzes two episodes of MTV’s Catfish involving celebrity impersonation to explore how digital spaces make it easy to perform a public persona. Research on online identity and parasocial relationships argues that people often feel close to celebrities and are drawn to the fantasy of being noticed by them. In these episodes, the fantasy becomes a tool for deception. Findings suggest that catfishers rely on celebrity tropes to gain appeal, while victims are pulled in by the thrill and validation …

Online Learning During Covid-19: A Case Study Of Ict Equity And Access In A Rural Ghanaian Primary School, Angelina Arrington

Howard University Journal of African Studies (HUJAS)

The COVID-19 global pandemic has caused significant disruption to the continuity of instruction in many countries in Sub-Saharan Africa (Africa Centers for Disease Control, 2020). School closures that resulted from the COVID-19 pandemic have exacerbated Sub-Saharan Africa’s acute problems with the education systems, especially in terms of access to human and financial resources to effectively make education accessible and equitable to all students. Education in Sub-Saharan Africa has been recognized by education researchers and policy makers as one of the world’s most significant problems (Asongu and Odhiambo 2019; Dembélé and Lefoka 2007; UNESCO Institute for Statistics 2011). The continuation of …

Adaptation Of Digital Environment For African Postgraduate Training And Research-Capacity-Strengthening Networks, Florah Karimi, Beatrice Muganda

Howard University Journal of African Studies (HUJAS)

This article focuses on the experiences of two established postgraduate training and research-capacity-strengthening networks in Africa that sought to remain resilient during the pandemic period through their engagement in the digital environment. These networks are the Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) and the Partnership for African Social and Governance Research (PASGR). The article seeks to examine how the digital environment featured in postgraduate training and research-capacity-strengthening initiatives prior to the pandemic, how the two networks’ programs adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic constraints, and how these adaptations are being carried over to the post-COVID-19 period. Through CARTA and …

Author Biographies, Mohamed Saliou Camara

Howard University Journal of African Studies (HUJAS)

No abstract provided.

Cannibal Ghouls Of Japan: The Representation Of Cannibalism In Contemporary Japanese Manga, Nico Indovina

Research and Creativity Symposium

A noticeable uptick in depictions of cannibalism has appearing in the last few years in Japanese manga. It has appeared across several genres of the medium and has given rise to questions over its inclusion. Previous research connected the inclusion to the Japanese oni, a creature originating in Buddhist art, as early as the 8th century in Japan. This article argues that the connection goes beyond simply the oni and also derives inspiration from real cannibals of the 20th century in Japan and theory on monsters. The visual similarities between the historical representations and those of contemporary Japanese manga …

Prompt Engineering For Lawyers: Free Your Mind: Flipped Interactive Prompting And Perspective Switching, Cliff Mckinney

Arkansas Law Notes

The next prompt engineering method we are going to evaluate could be considered a form of the Socratic Method. The flipped interactive prompting method asks the artificial intelligence model to ask clarifying questions in response to a prompt, thereby refining and deepening the analytical quality of an answer. This method can be especially useful in litigation or when an issue is controversial or subject to multiple interpretations.

After exploring prompt engineering, we will then turn to perspective switching. Perspective switching allows the artificial intelligence model to switch between different viewpoints or roles. For instance, the model might start by acting …

Author Bethany Bruno's Website Portfolio Redesign, Madeline Belle Murrah

Honors Capstone Projects and Theses

No abstract provided.

Development Of Resources To Support Independence In And Access To Nature-Based Activities, Riley Carpender

Capstone Projects

This capstone paper discusses the need for resources that support independence in and access to nature-based activities that support health and wellbeing. Occupational therapists (OTs) have expertise in recommending and implementing adaptations to increase individuals’ engagement in nature-based activities. There is currently a gap in the literature regarding access to nature-based activities, and a lack of understanding of how these activities may be implemented, either by caregivers, educators or healthcare professionals. During my capstone I created a guide with modifications for gardening activities for children, wrote an article on how to adapt nature journaling to be more accessible, coded and …

Benchmarking Digitalized Innovation In Business Strategy Across Msmes, Shyam Sundar. S, Uma Raman. M, Shanmuga Priya. G, C. M. Sudha Arogya Mary

Markets, Globalization & Development Review

The contemporary globally interconnected economy is fundamentally changing international trade and opening up new prospects for businesses, particularly Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs). The basic concept of global business is changing in the modern world due to the digital environment. To preserve their competitive advantage both domestically and internationally, businesses must look for new opportunities. Since the usage of digital technology is causing entrepreneurial processes to become more fluid and irregular over time and space, our research chose a conceptual approach to examine how the digitalization of MSMEs would benefit decision-makers in global organizations. Using a conceptual approach, as …

Customer Lifetime Value (Clv): A Qualitative Study From India On How Satisfaction, Relationships, Loyalty And Wom (Word-Of-Mouth) Shape Clv, Sharmistha Bhattacharyya, Mrinmoy Kumar Sarma

Markets, Globalization & Development Review

The study aims to assess the impact of non-financial measures like satisfaction, relationship-related driver, loyalty and word-of-mouth on the lifetime value of customers of small retail businesses. This work is targeted to develop a conceptual phenomenon on the impact of these drivers on customer lifetime value from the viewpoint of owners of the entities. 30 in-depth interviews are conducted. The interviews are analysed following the six-step thematic analysis method. The analysis reveals significant influence of all the four factors. It is found that the participants have their own ways of maintaining these drivers for an enhanced lifetime value. The study …

Accounting For Non-Monetary Exchange: A Systematic Review Of Barter Literature From Colonial Ledgers To Digital Economies, Christian Timotius Peilouw, Unti Ludigdo, Imam Subekti, Yeney Widya Prihatiningtias

Markets, Globalization & Development Review

Non-monetary exchange systems persist throughout human history, challenging assumptions about monetary dominance and revealing fundamental limitations in conventional accounting frameworks. This systematic literature review examines how accounting practices adapt to and shape non-monetary exchange across diverse historical and contemporary contexts, investigating patterns in accounting practices, challenges to conventional theory, and implications for economic resilience. Following PRISMA guidelines, the review analyzed 28 peer-reviewed articles from 1979 to 2025 identified through Scopus database searches combining barter-related and accounting terms. The analysis reveals four major themes: historical foundations showing sophisticated proto-banking systems in colonial America that operated without currency; crisis-driven alternatives demonstrating how …

Engaging Young People In Sustainable Finance: Opening Up Opportunities For Transformation, Allison Guerette

Markets, Globalization & Development Review

The field of sustainable finance could benefit from more meaningful engagement with young people, who offer a unique perspective and have a vested interest in addressing climate change and other global issues that will shape their future. In this post-qualitative study, three young people document what they see, hear, and experience as they attend a symposium for experts on sustainable finance and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing. These raw tellings are used in the cocreation of a youth sustainable finance assemblage and analysis tool, which the young people then apply to the Return on Sustainable Investment (ROSI™) methodology. Relationality, …

The Globe Spins Faster; We Keep Providing Clearer Interpretive Snapshots, Nikhilesh Dholakia, Zeynep Ozdamar Ertekin, Delphine Godefroit-Winkel

Markets, Globalization & Development Review

No abstract provided.

Antecedent And Anaphora: A Window Into Efl Students' Linguistic Development

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This study investigates the understanding and challenges of using antecedents and naphors in sentences made by English as a foreign language (EFL) students at Tadulako University, focusing on nominal antecedent and pronominal antecedent (indefinite pronouns, quantifiers, demonstrative pronouns, and distributive pronoun), pronominal anaphora and adjectival anaphora. The purpose of this study is to identify which element is more difficult between antecedent and anaphora used by EFL students as well as what factors affect their difficulty. This study used a quantitative descriptive approach, with data collected through tests and questionnaires from 148 third-semester students. The results show that antecedent usage is …

Digital Transformative Learning Design For Indonesian Language Subjects In Primary Schools

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This research aims to develop a digital transformative learning design for Indonesian language subjects in elementary schools, integrating digital technology with pedagogical strategies to foster deeper, more meaningful learning experiences. Employing a qualitative approach, data were collected through observations and interviews to explore how digital tools, such as interactive learning applications, social media, and e-learning platforms can enhance language instruction. The findings indicate that incorporating digital technologies not only enriches the learning process but also strengthens students' digital literacy and supports the cultivation of 21st century competencies. In conclusion, the implementation of a digital transformative learning design leads to improved …

Representation Of Ponorogo Culture And Islamic Character Education In Teaching Modules: Ethnopedagogy And Discourse Study

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This study examines the representation of Ponorogo culture in teaching modules used in Muhammadiyah schools and its integration with Islamic character education. Using an ethnopedagogical approach and discourse analysis, the research explo res how Ponorogo cultural values are embedded in learning materials and implemented in classroom practices. Findings indicate that local culture is effectively integrated into various arts subjects, enhancing students' cultural appreciation and moral devel opment. However, challenges remain in optimizing cultural content and teacher preparedness. This study contributes to the development of culturally relevant curricula that strengthen both local identity and Islamic character education.

Implementation Of Learner-Accommodating Learning: The Impact Of Inclusion Implementation In Primary Schools

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This study aims to examine the implementation of inclusive practices at SD Muhammadiyah PK Baturan, and analyze its impact on creating a welcoming learning environment for all students, particularly in terms of improving academic achievement, social and em otional development, and changing teacher attitudes. Data were collected through interviews with teachers and parents, classroom observation, and analysis of documents related to the inclusion program, and then analyzed thematically. The results showed that the implementation of inclusive practices had a significant positive impact. Students' academic achievement improved, as indicated by an increase in average test scores and student activeness in learning. …

Coping Strategies To Reduce English Speaking Anxiety Problems

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

Speaking anxiety in English remains a significant barrier to effective communication among language learners, particularly in academic settings. This qualitative phenomenological study explores the lived experiences of Andrew (a pseudonym), a university professor who experienced intense English speaking anxiety during his undergraduate years. Through in -depth interviews, the study investigates the coping strategies he employed and how these contributed to his eventual communicative competence. The findings reveal five key strategies used to manage his anxiety: participation in a community development camp (social support), self -reflection and mental imitation (cognitive strategy), recitation of religious texts (spiritual grounding), physical adjustment during presentations …

Knowledge Sharing Art Paint For Increase Competence And The Welfare Of Painters In The Gurat Community Jelekong Arts And Culture Village

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

Jelekong Arts and Culture Village in Bandung Regency is known for its cultural diversity. Art and culture, the only one is art painting hereditary from Odin Rohidin as the first figure to bring painting to the village. Gurat Community accommodates painters in Jelekong Art and Culture Village to exchange experiences and knowledge about painting. This study aims to explain the process and benefits of knowledge sharing of painting by painters in the Gurat Community. The method used in this study is qualitative with a case study approach and data collection techniques through direct observation, interviews, documentation, and literature studies. The …

Development Of Teaching Materials For The Concept Of Pancasila And Citizenship Education Based On Higher Order Thinking Skills

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This study aims to develop teaching materials for the concept of Pancasila and Citizenship Education based on Higher Order Thinking Skills to improve the learning outcomes of fifth grade students. This study is a development research with a descriptive quantitative research method through the ADDIE development model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation). Based on the results of the analysis, data was obtained that the average student score before the action with a total percentage of completion scores of 70% with a minimum completion score of 75 was categorized as not having increased with the average percentage of the value obtained. …

Development Of Jeungki Media As An Educational Tool For Aud Student Games Based On Aceh Culture To Increase Student Apt

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

This research aims to develop jeungki media as a game educational tool for AUD students to increase student APT at SPS TGK DIKUTA. The development method used is Research and Development (R&D), namely using the ADDIE model to produce certain products and test the effectiveness of these products. This research involved 15 SPS TGK DIKUTA students. The research instruments used were validation questionnaires and observation sheets. Analysis techniques are used to determine the suitability of the jeungki media being assessed. The results of the research show that the jeungki media as a game educational tool for AUD students developed has …

Increase Ability Read Student Through Reading Method Pair On Learning Language Indonesia In Class Iii Sdn 40 Sungai Raya, Hayani Hayani, Mohammad Yusuf Randy

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

The low level of basic literacy at the elementary school level requires intervention with innovative and interactive learning methods. This study aims to improve the reading skills of third grade students at SDN 40 Sungai Raya through the application of the paired reading method. The type of research used is Classroom Action Research (CAR) with the Kemmis and McTaggart model which was implemented in three cycles. The research subjects consisted of 20 students. Data collection instruments included a reading aloud test (focusing on accuracy, speed, and intonation) and a reading comprehension test. The results showed a significant increase in each …

Pengaruh Penggunaan Peta Pikiran Dan Gaya Belajar Terhadap Hasil Belajar Geografi Siswa Smp, Sigit Purwoko

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh penggunaan peta pikiran, gaya belajar dan interaksi penggunaan peta pikiran dengan gaya belajar terhadap hasil belajar geografi. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian eksperimen semu, dengan desain faktorial 2 x 3. Subjek penelitian terdiri dari dua kelas yaitu kelas VII G sebagai kelas eksperimen dan kelas VII F sebagai kelas kontrol. Variabel penelitian terdiri dari: (1) variabel terikat adalah hasil belajar siswa; (2) variabel bebas adalah penggunaan peta pikiran; dan (3) variabel moderator adalah gaya belajar. Hasil belajar geografi diukur menggunakan tes objektif, sedangkan gaya belajar dengan angket. Data hasil pengukuran dianalisis menggunakan anova dua jalur …

Pengembangan Paket Pembelajaran Dasar-Dasar Peternakan, Sri Suryaningsih

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

Tujuan penelitian pengembangan ini adalah untuk menghasilkan paket pembelajaran dasardasar peternakan yang sesuai dengan karakteristik siswa dan mata pelajaran tersebut dan menguji tingkat kelayakan paket pembelajaran yang dihasilkan. Pengembangan paket pembelajaran menggunakan model Dick, Carey & Carey (2001). Hasil penilaian produk paket pembelajaran dasar-dasar peternakan ini termasuk dalam kualifikasi sangat layak dan valid, sehingga dapat dipakai sebagai bahan ajar di lingkungan SPP-SPMA Provinsi Kalimantan Barat. Produk pengembangan yang dihasilkan mempunyai ciri khas yang membedakan dengan produk lain, diantaranya menggunakan model pengembangan paket pembelajaran Dick, Carey & Carey, perwajahan dirancang secara menarik, materi dilengkapi foto, disusun secara terorganisasi, disajikan lebih dinamis …

Pengaruh Status Sosial Ekonomi Orang Tua, Pendidikan Pengelolaan Keuangan Keluarga, Dan Pembelajaran Di Perguruan Tinggi Terhadap Literasi Finansial Mahasiswa, Irin Widayati

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengkaji pengaruh langsung maupun tak langsung status sosial ekonomi orang tua, pendidikan pengelolaan keuangan keluarga, dan pembelajaran di perguruan tinggi terhadap literasi finansial. Data dikumpulkan dengan melalui tes dan angket. Teknik analisis data dengan analisis jalur dan analisis regresi dengan uji selisih mutlak. Hasil penelitian adalah terdapat pengaruh langsung maupun tak langsung status sosial ekonomi orang tua, pendidikan pengelolaan keuangan keluarga, dan pembelajaran di perguruan tinggi terhadap literasi finansial.

Manajemen Lesson Study Sebagai Teknik Supervisi Kolegial Di Smp, Indah Yudiani

Jurnal Pendidikan Humaniora

Penelitian memiliki tujuan mendeskripsikan dan menjelaskan pelaksanaan supervisi kolegial berbasis Lesson Study (LS) dan manajemen LS sebagai teknik supervisi kolegial di SMPN 1 Pandaan, SMPN 2 Grati, dan SMPN 1 Gondangwetan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dan rancangan studi multi situs. Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa (1) supervisi kolegial dilakukan pada tahapan LS yaitu plan (merencanakan pembelajaran), do (melaksanakan dan mengobservasi pembelajaran) dan see (diskusi refleksi pembelajaran); dan (2) Manajemen LSBS terlaksana dengan baik sehingga teknik supervisi kolegial dapat dilaksanakan dengan baik.