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Traditional Initiation Rites: Constraints on Students' Educational Attainment in Coast Region Tanzania Benson, Audrey; Nemes, Joyce; Nguru, Festo
International Journal of Qualitative Research Vol. 4 No. 3 (2025): March
Publisher : CV. Literasi Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47540/ijqr.v4i3.1710

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Traditional initiation rites remain integral to cultural identity and coming-of-age practices in many African societies, significantly influencing educational outcomes. While existing literature predominantly emphasizes the negative impacts of these practices on education, limited research explores their comprehensive effects on female students' educational attainment, particularly in the coastal region of Tanzania. This study aimed to investigate how traditional initiation rites influence students' educational attainment in the Chalinze District, Coast Region, in the United Republic of Tanzania. Guided by Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory, the study employed a qualitative approach, collecting data through interviews, focus group discussions, and documentary reviews involving educational officers, teachers, parents, and students. The findings revealed a complex interplay between traditional practices and education, where initiation rites caused significant academic disruptions and behavioral transformations. Notably, key findings indicated that, in addition to post-initiation autonomy, ceremonial gift-giving practices and teachings from traditional instructors frequently resulted in educational challenges, including dropouts, early marriages, and teenage pregnancies. The study concludes that, while traditional rites hold cultural significance, their current implementation patterns considerably constrain educational attainment. This research contributes to understanding the cultural-educational nexus in Tanzania and recommends reforming initiation practices to align with educational goals, implementing cultural education programs, and establishing collaborative frameworks between traditional authorities and educational institutions to harmonize cultural practices with academic achievement.
Enhancing Science Literacy in Secondary School Physics: A Systematic Review of Multimedia Integration Strategies and Resources Burchard, Christer; Nguru, Festo; Pembe, Fortunata Kapacy
Journal of Education for Sustainable Development Studies Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): Journal of Education for Sustainable Development Studies
Publisher : Scientia Publica Media

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70232/jesds.v2i1.26

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Empirical research shows that multimedia can be used to enhance science literacy through developing high-level cognitive skills such as problem-solving, hypothesis testing, decision making, self-reflection, and critical and creative thinking among students. This is a systematic review that aimed at exploring the common instructional designs and resources used when integrating multimedia in secondary school physics teaching, to enhance science literacy. The review involved a critical search of relevant studies from three scientific databases, including Dimension, EBSCOHOST, and Scopus. Manual search was also involved in the study. The search was limited to research articles published between January 2020 and May 2024. 1121 publications were identified by literature search. 243 publications were screened, whereby 66 of them were sought for retrieval. 27 publications were assessed as eligible for the study. Finally, 7 publications were found most relevant for inclusion in the study. The review found out that the instructional designs employed include: integration of virtual laboratories with traditional demonstration methods; integration of PBL with e-learning tools; integration of inquiry-based instruction with virtual simulations; integration of traditional methods with simulations; and integration of traditional lab, virtual lab, and simulations. Apart from desktop computers and projectors which have been noted to have been included in the studies, also multimedia tools like virtual laboratories, simulation software, and interactive multimedia applications have been identified. Therefore, in order to enhance science literacy in physics teaching, multimedia needs to be integrated with actual practical works to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Additionally, integrating multimedia learning with innovative pedagogies such as project-based learning (PBL) and inquiry-based instruction is effective for developing science literacy. Finally, it is important to incorporate collaborative learning and discussions when teaching with multimedia.
Co-Authors Benson, Audrey Burchard, Christer Nemes, Joyce Pembe, Fortunata Kapacy