Digital platforms have a high potential for supporting learning processes, especially in higher e... more Digital platforms have a high potential for supporting learning processes, especially in higher education. However, there appears to be a limited systematic review of research on the application of digital platforms in higher education. Using a systematic approach, this study analyzes previous research on digital platforms and how these technologies assist university students in their studies and the challenges involved. Examining 76 relevant articles from Scopus, Emerald Insight and ProQuest databases, the findings demonstrate that students' personal development could be accelerated by the practical application of technology through digital learning platforms. Furthermore, by utilizing digital channels, the COVID-19 epidemic has highlighted how crucial strategic management and flexibility are to the higher education sector. The study identified two main themes: digital platforms that support students' learning and challenges associated with the deployment of digital platforms. Various unexplored areas on the use of digital platforms among university students are highlighted in the study. The review further recommends higher education institutions to offer digital literacy programs that educate students and faculty on using digital platforms, online privacy and data protection.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE (IJRISS), 2023
The Internet has changed the face of technology, especially the way students interact with each o... more The Internet has changed the face of technology, especially the way students interact with each other. This means that students have greater autonomy over time where communication is no longer limited to certain times. Widespread Internet availability can substantially benefit students by enhancing their access to a broader range of information, creating an avenue for social communication and conducting research. This study through a qualitative case study design critically examined Internet usage among undergraduate students of the University of Education, Winneba. The study also examined the consequences of students' intensive use of the Internet. The study revealed that students use the Internet to satisfy certain gratifications. Themes such as academic research, entertainment, news sharing and socialisation were found as the motivation behind students' use of the Internet. It was discovered that although the Internet help students positively in many ways, it also impacts on them negatively. Themes such as decline in academic performance, social isolation and financial constraints were identified as some of the consequences of students' intensive use of the Internet. The study revealed that it is important to investigate the intensity of Internet addiction among university students. The study concluded that even though the Internet is important to students, they need to be cautious of its overuse in order not to be addicted.
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2023
This study through a quantitative survey and a purposive sampling approach examined the use of so... more This study through a quantitative survey and a purposive sampling approach examined the use of social media for civic engagement among 200 students at the Ghana Institute of Journalism, National Film and Television Institute and the African University College of Communications. Data for the study were gathered from primary and secondary sources. The study revealed that there is a strong positive correlation between social media usage among communication students and civic participation. The study revealed that majority of students are active users of social media with Facebook being the most preferred choice. This research contributes to the active use of social media in civic engagement and highlights the essence of political actors capitalising on the numerous advantages provided by social media in reaching out to a larger group of citizens for political engagement.
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2023
The advancement of artificial intelligence has enhanced communication and contributed to the flow... more The advancement of artificial intelligence has enhanced communication and contributed to the flow of information in recent years. This review attempts to report on the findings of a systematic literature review on artificial intelligence and human communication. The review focused on four databases-Elsevier, Google Scholar, Oxford and Sage. In order to refine the results, inclusion and exclusion criteria were defined with the purpose of eliminating all publications which came across as clearly irrelevant. After applying the protocol and the analysis model, a corpus of 21 papers was obtained between May and June, 2023. The results show that with the increasing availability of monitoring data and the recent advances in computing platforms, artificial intelligence has become a tool for network operators to automate communication. In addition, artificial intelligence-based technologies such as machine learning, human machine communication and computer mediated communication have demonstrated superhuman capabilities in solving some real world problems.
One of the physics topics difficult to understand among students at senior high schools (SHSs) is... more One of the physics topics difficult to understand among students at senior high schools (SHSs) is heat transfer. Various reasons have been advanced in an attempt to rationalize this difficulty. This study through an action research design was conducted to improve students' performance and conceptual understanding of heat transfer at Oti Boateng Senior High School, Koforidua. The instruments used for the study were questionnaires, pre-and post-test. The study identified rote learning, inadequate understanding of concepts among others as the cause of difficulty in problem solving among students. The study revealed that although there are different methods of teaching, the efficacy of the demonstration method cannot be downplayed considering its role in improving students' academic performance. The study concluded that for effective teaching and learning of heat transfer at SHS, it is important for teachers to employ the demonstration method in their teaching.
Journal of Applied Journalism & Media Studies, 2024
Over the past few years, there has been a significant change in how news is reported and shared d... more Over the past few years, there has been a significant change in how news is reported and shared due to technological advancements and the popularity of social media platforms. This shift has enabled citizen journalism, which has strongly influenced media systems and public discourses. The purpose of this study is to discover the main themes, research paradigms and trends regarding citizen journalism in Africa. Data was drawn from Taylor & Francis, Google Scholar, Sage Publication and Emerald Insight databases. The researchers applied a systematic literature review method to the dataset, and after applying the protocol and the analysis model, a corpus of 27 articles was obtained in June 2023, covering a decade from 2013. The findings indicate that ethics in journalism, bureaucracy in journalistic reporting, objectivity in news reporting, professionalism in citizen journalism and social media are the main themes in citizen journalism discussed in the selected articles over the research period. The predominant research paradigm of the reviewed articles is qualitative. The review exposes various unexplored areas of citizen journalism in Africa and recommends further studies in the field.
This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative... more This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY
The recent use of internet enabled technology has significantly impacted the way adolescents use ... more The recent use of internet enabled technology has significantly impacted the way adolescents use social media. Once they are confined to a computer, laptop or mobile phone with internet accessibility, these adolescents are able to explore over a wider range on social media. However, attention has not been drawn to the impact of social media on adolescence. This research proposal examines the construction of adolescence on social media. It also seeks to identify the effects of social media on social behavior and academic performance of students in Senior High Schools with a focus on Oti Boateng Senior High School in Koforidua. In this research study, I intend using the Social Learning Theory and Uses of Gratification Theory as my theoretical framework. The study would employ quantitative method for data collection involving questionnaire administration.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCE RESEARCH AND INNOVATIVE IDEAS IN EDUCATION, 2022
The Internet's penetration into daily life, rising to pathological Internet use with problems sim... more The Internet's penetration into daily life, rising to pathological Internet use with problems similar to those of other behavioural addictions is of great concern to an increasing number of people. University students are especially susceptible to developing a dependence on the Internet. This study through the lens of general strain theory, and a qualitative case study design critically examined triggers of Internet addiction and control mechanisms among 12 undergraduate students of university of Education, Winneba. From the study, it was evident that the Internet has become an integral part of student's life. The numerous potential benefits of Internet usage notwithstanding, undergraduate students are at high risk of developing Internet addiction. The study found themes such as anxiety, depression, curiosity, boredom, loneliness and academic research as triggers of Internet addiction among students. The study also revealed themes such as self-restraint, awareness creation, administrative restrictions and purposefulness as control mechanisms to evade Internet addiction. It was discovered that in spite of the fact that the Internet helps students positively in many ways, it also impacts them negatively. The study revealed that, it is important to investigate the intensity of Internet addictio n among university students. The study concluded that Internet addiction is a vital issue to be attended to immediately. The study recommended to health care professionals and educational counsellors to interact with students on the positive use of the Int ernet. Also, university counselling centres should create platform where students will be educated on the control mechanisms of Internet addiction such as exercising self-restraint and being purposeful while online.
Digital platforms have a high potential for supporting learning processes, especially in higher e... more Digital platforms have a high potential for supporting learning processes, especially in higher education. However, there appears to be a limited systematic review of research on the application of digital platforms in higher education. Using a systematic approach, this study analyzes previous research on digital platforms and how these technologies assist university students in their studies and the challenges involved. Examining 76 relevant articles from Scopus, Emerald Insight and ProQuest databases, the findings demonstrate that students' personal development could be accelerated by the practical application of technology through digital learning platforms. Furthermore, by utilizing digital channels, the COVID-19 epidemic has highlighted how crucial strategic management and flexibility are to the higher education sector. The study identified two main themes: digital platforms that support students' learning and challenges associated with the deployment of digital platforms. Various unexplored areas on the use of digital platforms among university students are highlighted in the study. The review further recommends higher education institutions to offer digital literacy programs that educate students and faculty on using digital platforms, online privacy and data protection.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE (IJRISS), 2023
The Internet has changed the face of technology, especially the way students interact with each o... more The Internet has changed the face of technology, especially the way students interact with each other. This means that students have greater autonomy over time where communication is no longer limited to certain times. Widespread Internet availability can substantially benefit students by enhancing their access to a broader range of information, creating an avenue for social communication and conducting research. This study through a qualitative case study design critically examined Internet usage among undergraduate students of the University of Education, Winneba. The study also examined the consequences of students' intensive use of the Internet. The study revealed that students use the Internet to satisfy certain gratifications. Themes such as academic research, entertainment, news sharing and socialisation were found as the motivation behind students' use of the Internet. It was discovered that although the Internet help students positively in many ways, it also impacts on them negatively. Themes such as decline in academic performance, social isolation and financial constraints were identified as some of the consequences of students' intensive use of the Internet. The study revealed that it is important to investigate the intensity of Internet addiction among university students. The study concluded that even though the Internet is important to students, they need to be cautious of its overuse in order not to be addicted.
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2023
This study through a quantitative survey and a purposive sampling approach examined the use of so... more This study through a quantitative survey and a purposive sampling approach examined the use of social media for civic engagement among 200 students at the Ghana Institute of Journalism, National Film and Television Institute and the African University College of Communications. Data for the study were gathered from primary and secondary sources. The study revealed that there is a strong positive correlation between social media usage among communication students and civic participation. The study revealed that majority of students are active users of social media with Facebook being the most preferred choice. This research contributes to the active use of social media in civic engagement and highlights the essence of political actors capitalising on the numerous advantages provided by social media in reaching out to a larger group of citizens for political engagement.
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2023
The advancement of artificial intelligence has enhanced communication and contributed to the flow... more The advancement of artificial intelligence has enhanced communication and contributed to the flow of information in recent years. This review attempts to report on the findings of a systematic literature review on artificial intelligence and human communication. The review focused on four databases-Elsevier, Google Scholar, Oxford and Sage. In order to refine the results, inclusion and exclusion criteria were defined with the purpose of eliminating all publications which came across as clearly irrelevant. After applying the protocol and the analysis model, a corpus of 21 papers was obtained between May and June, 2023. The results show that with the increasing availability of monitoring data and the recent advances in computing platforms, artificial intelligence has become a tool for network operators to automate communication. In addition, artificial intelligence-based technologies such as machine learning, human machine communication and computer mediated communication have demonstrated superhuman capabilities in solving some real world problems.
One of the physics topics difficult to understand among students at senior high schools (SHSs) is... more One of the physics topics difficult to understand among students at senior high schools (SHSs) is heat transfer. Various reasons have been advanced in an attempt to rationalize this difficulty. This study through an action research design was conducted to improve students' performance and conceptual understanding of heat transfer at Oti Boateng Senior High School, Koforidua. The instruments used for the study were questionnaires, pre-and post-test. The study identified rote learning, inadequate understanding of concepts among others as the cause of difficulty in problem solving among students. The study revealed that although there are different methods of teaching, the efficacy of the demonstration method cannot be downplayed considering its role in improving students' academic performance. The study concluded that for effective teaching and learning of heat transfer at SHS, it is important for teachers to employ the demonstration method in their teaching.
Journal of Applied Journalism & Media Studies, 2024
Over the past few years, there has been a significant change in how news is reported and shared d... more Over the past few years, there has been a significant change in how news is reported and shared due to technological advancements and the popularity of social media platforms. This shift has enabled citizen journalism, which has strongly influenced media systems and public discourses. The purpose of this study is to discover the main themes, research paradigms and trends regarding citizen journalism in Africa. Data was drawn from Taylor & Francis, Google Scholar, Sage Publication and Emerald Insight databases. The researchers applied a systematic literature review method to the dataset, and after applying the protocol and the analysis model, a corpus of 27 articles was obtained in June 2023, covering a decade from 2013. The findings indicate that ethics in journalism, bureaucracy in journalistic reporting, objectivity in news reporting, professionalism in citizen journalism and social media are the main themes in citizen journalism discussed in the selected articles over the research period. The predominant research paradigm of the reviewed articles is qualitative. The review exposes various unexplored areas of citizen journalism in Africa and recommends further studies in the field.
This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative... more This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY
The recent use of internet enabled technology has significantly impacted the way adolescents use ... more The recent use of internet enabled technology has significantly impacted the way adolescents use social media. Once they are confined to a computer, laptop or mobile phone with internet accessibility, these adolescents are able to explore over a wider range on social media. However, attention has not been drawn to the impact of social media on adolescence. This research proposal examines the construction of adolescence on social media. It also seeks to identify the effects of social media on social behavior and academic performance of students in Senior High Schools with a focus on Oti Boateng Senior High School in Koforidua. In this research study, I intend using the Social Learning Theory and Uses of Gratification Theory as my theoretical framework. The study would employ quantitative method for data collection involving questionnaire administration.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCE RESEARCH AND INNOVATIVE IDEAS IN EDUCATION, 2022
The Internet's penetration into daily life, rising to pathological Internet use with problems sim... more The Internet's penetration into daily life, rising to pathological Internet use with problems similar to those of other behavioural addictions is of great concern to an increasing number of people. University students are especially susceptible to developing a dependence on the Internet. This study through the lens of general strain theory, and a qualitative case study design critically examined triggers of Internet addiction and control mechanisms among 12 undergraduate students of university of Education, Winneba. From the study, it was evident that the Internet has become an integral part of student's life. The numerous potential benefits of Internet usage notwithstanding, undergraduate students are at high risk of developing Internet addiction. The study found themes such as anxiety, depression, curiosity, boredom, loneliness and academic research as triggers of Internet addiction among students. The study also revealed themes such as self-restraint, awareness creation, administrative restrictions and purposefulness as control mechanisms to evade Internet addiction. It was discovered that in spite of the fact that the Internet helps students positively in many ways, it also impacts them negatively. The study revealed that, it is important to investigate the intensity of Internet addictio n among university students. The study concluded that Internet addiction is a vital issue to be attended to immediately. The study recommended to health care professionals and educational counsellors to interact with students on the positive use of the Int ernet. Also, university counselling centres should create platform where students will be educated on the control mechanisms of Internet addiction such as exercising self-restraint and being purposeful while online.
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