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All Journal Studies in Learning and Teaching Sibatik Journal : Jurnal Ilmiah Bidang Sosial, Ekonomi, Budaya, Teknologi, Dan Pendidikan International Journal of Education and Teaching Zone
Kquofi, Steve
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Integration of Universal Design for Learning in Creative Arts Education: Perspectives From Basic Schools in Suame Municipality, Ashanti Region, Ghana Okyere, Akua Anima; Adom, Dickson; Kquofi, Steve; Sampene, Akua Asantewaa Badu; Buami, Edem Kwami
Studies in Learning and Teaching Vol. 5 No. 3 (2024): December
Publisher : Indonesia Approach Education

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46627/silet.v5i3.530

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The existing teaching approaches used for teaching Creative Arts in basic schools in Ghana do not adequately address the diverse needs of students. This study aimed to investigate the integration of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in Creative Arts education as an intervention to achieve high inclusivity and heighten the academic success of students in selected private and public basic schools in the Suame municipality of Ghana. The study was conducted using a sequential exploratory mixed methods design with phenomenology and descriptive survey as the main research methods. Data collection tools such as personal and FGD interviews, lesson observations, surveys, and academic performance evaluations aided in uncovering the nuanced insight of stakeholders in shedding light on the intricate dynamics of UDL adoption within the context of Creative Arts education in Ghana. The results showed that integration of UDL practices in Creative Arts education enhances inclusivity, engagement, and academic achievement among students with diverse learning needs. The study’s novelty is evident in the deployment of the UDL principles in teaching and learning activities of Creative Arts that successfully catered to the individualized needs of students, promoted active participation, and created a more equitable and effective learning environment.
GENRES OF ASANTE ORAL LITERATURE: PRESERVING THE CULTURAL HERITAGE OF THE ASANTES OF GHANA Asantewaa Abena Sampene, Akua; Adom, Dickson; Kquofi, Steve; Baah Owusu Panin, Kwame
SIBATIK JOURNAL: Jurnal Ilmiah Bidang Sosial, Ekonomi, Budaya, Teknologi, Dan Pendidikan Vol. 3 No. 4 (2024): March
Publisher : Penerbit Lafadz Jaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54443/sibatik.v3i4.1873

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The Asante society depended on oral traditions to go through their activities until formal education was introduced. Asante oral literature had almost completely been overlooked and almost forgotten with the influence of globalization and western culture where people would be aliens in their own motherlands. Therefore, the purpose of the research is to fill the academic vacuum through this study for oral literature to serve its purpose fully in the Asante culture by giving attention it requires as a discipline of humanities. The study focused on qualitative case study and phenomenological study exploring the genres of Asante oral literature and provided viable and appealing ways for preserving and transmitting them to the modern generations to come. Snowballing under purposive sampling was employed with data collection instruments of questionnaires, interviews, focus groups and observation generated from 18 conveniently sampled respondents. The outcome of the study showed that oral tradition could be a hybrid of traditional writing, visual and audio methods on CDs and DVDs to enhance the preservation and also be shared on almost all social media platforms to inform people about the traditions and customs of the Asante land. The study recommends researchers consider new trends of packaging oral literature to suit users.
Navigating the Standard-based Creative Arts Curriculum Challenges in Primary Schools: A Qualitative Exploration Alhassan, Hamza; Essel, Harry Barton; Kquofi, Steve
International Journal of Education and Teaching Zone Vol. 4 No. 3 (2025): October 2025 Edition
Publisher : Yayasan Nurul Yakin Bunga Tanjung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57092/ijetz.v4i3.497

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This study explores the challenges and coping strategies associated with implementing the Standard-Based Creative Arts Curriculum (SBC) in Ghanaian primary schools. Guided by an interpretivist paradigm, a qualitative case study approach was used to capture the lived experiences of teachers and headteachers from selected public and private schools. Data were collected from two headteachers and six classroom teachers through structured interviews. While the small sample size limits generalizability, it enabled an in-depth examination of practitioner perspectives. Findings reveal a range of institutional, pedagogical, and resource-related barriers to effective curriculum implementation, including inadequate training, lack of materials, insufficient instructional time, and limited policy prioritization of Creative Arts. Despite these constraints, teachers demonstrated resilience by improvising with local resources, adapting culturally relevant content, and engaging in peer collaboration. The study calls for systemic reforms in teacher training, curricular support, school leadership, and resource allocation. It advocates for greater inclusion of teacher voices in policy development, promotion of culturally responsive pedagogy, and future longitudinal, multi-stakeholder research to maintain quality and equality in Creative Arts education both now and in the future.
The Standard-Based Creative Arts Curriculum Implementation in Primary Schools: Teacher Perceptions, Agency, and Resource Availability Alhassan, Hamza; Essel, Harry Barton; Kquofi, Steve
Studies in Learning and Teaching Vol. 6 No. 3 (2025): December
Publisher : CV Sinergi Ilmu dan Publikasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46627/silet.v6i3.702

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This study examines the impact of teacher agency on the implementation of Ghana’s 2019 Standards-Based Creative Arts Curriculum in public and private primary schools. While the curriculum promotes creativity, cultural identity, and critical thinking, its implementation faces challenges such as inadequate resources, limited teacher training, and institutional neglect. Guided by the Concerns-Based Adoption Model (CBAM), the study investigates how teacher perceptions, professional autonomy, and resource environments affect curriculum enactment. A quantitative approach using a descriptive survey design was adopted, with data collected from 387 teachers (96.75% response rate). Structured questionnaires assessed teacher perceptions, instructional autonomy, and resource access. Statistical analysis revealed a mixed picture of teacher empowerment—high autonomy in instruction but limited involvement in decision-making. Resource constraints were a significant barrier, particularly in under-resourced public schools. Despite these limitations, teachers employed adaptive strategies to deliver Creative Arts instruction. The findings offer actionable insights for policymakers, teacher educators, and curriculum developers to strengthen implementation through improved resourcing and teacher support. By centering teacher perspectives, this study highlights the gap between curriculum design and classroom realities, advocating for creative arts as a vital component of holistic education in Ghana and across Africa.
Co-Authors Adom, Dickson Alhassan, Hamza Asantewaa Abena Sampene, Akua Baah Owusu Panin, Kwame Buami, Edem Kwami Essel, Harry Barton Okyere, Akua Anima Sampene, Akua Asantewaa Badu