Provision Of Scholarships Research Articles

Challenges of Teaching English Language as a Second Language in Sierra Leon

Purpose: English language is not the Language of anyone and no one owns proprietary right over English language not even Britain neither America. The Language has today gained global relevance and it is by far the most widely used Language in the world. The teaching and learning of English are important in Sierra Leone due to its status. English in Sierra Leone is a Second language and it is our official language. It is the Language of the Government, Parliament and the Court. It is the Language that is used in our schools, colleges and universities. It is the Language of instruction in academic institutions. It is a compulsory discipline for secondary education in Sierra Leone. It is compulsory in the first- and second-year levels of tertiary education according to the Tertiary Education Commission policy in the Country. However, the standard of teaching English in Sierra Leone has fallen drastically and the need to examine the challenges of teaching English language as a second language is eminent. Materials and Methods: The Research adopted a mixed method. The use of this methodology plays out in maintaining the validity and reliability of the Research. Findings: The Research shows that the lack of teaching proficiency by the teachers is the most relevant challenge that faces the teaching of English in Sierra Leone. This was seconded by lack of structured department and thereafter the negligence of the Government of Sierra Leone. Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Research recommends that the Government should encourage citizens to study and master the Discipline at tertiary levels through the provision of scholarships and other facilities. Besides, the Government and other stakeholders in education need to invest in the teaching of English language through professional training, provision of learning materials amongst others.

Policy strategy: Nickel mining contribution to rural development equity and social violence minimization in Kolaka Regency

The lack of attention from mining companies to the majority of areas still affected by mining activities can result in regional economic disparities and high levels of social violence. It is crucial to have policy strategies for mining contributions to rural development equity and social violence reduction through CSR assistance and other aid funds. This research employs the Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis method using the MULTIPOL analysis tool. Recommended action programs include the construction of schools, provision of scholarships, job openings, business capital, and infrastructure development, supported by strong regulations and law enforcement. Cracking down on illegal mining permits is essential to reduce environmental damage. Holistic and sustainable integration policies, alongside effective law enforcement, are necessary to achieve the goals of equitable development and social violence reduction. These steps should be reinforced with incentives for traditional/community leaders and increased police/military presence in villages within the next 2 years, particularly in zones 2 and 3 of the mining areas. Failure to implement these measures could escalate social violence, jeopardize security, and impede the operations of mining companies in Kolaka. The findings of this research support the priority of security and orderliness in development and underscore the importance of diverse research methods for mining area development policies.

Implementasi Kebijakan pemberian Beasiswa Dana Otonomi Khusus bagi Mahasiswa Port Numbay Kota Jayapura

As an effort to advance Papuan human resources, the Special Autonomy Law regulates education and culture. One form of concern for the future of Papuan human resources, especially attention in the education sector, was also shown by the Jayapura City Government through the Port Numbay Men's Special Education Program (PKP3N) in collaboration with the Universitas Kristen Satya Wacana (UKSW) Salatiga. The provision of scholarships through PKP3N since 2013 until now has shown a fairly good performance despite the challenges and obstacles faced. This sociological condition in the field of Higher Education does not have to be a prolonged problem, but a solution must be sought. Therefore, it is necessary to create a model that is considered appropriate in answering various problems of higher education within the Jayapura City Government. Specifically, the purpose of this research is to explain the implementation of the policy of the scholarship award in the Higher Education Sector implemented by the Jayapura City Government, identify the factors that support and hinder the process of implementing the policy of the scholarship award in the Higher Education Sector for Port Numbay students. at UKSW Salatiga, and strategically evaluating the success of implementing the Special Autonomy Fund scholarship award for the Higher Education Sector within the Jayapura City Government. This study was designed with a qualitative method. Data was collected through structured interviews with policy makers (Jayapura City Government and Jayapura City Regional Secretary) and policy recipients (19 students of UKSW Salatiga). Unstructured interviews were also addressed to policy implementers and several community members. The findings of this study mainly focus on the need for socialization to executive officials, Technical OPD and Community Leaders as well as a form of attention and motivation to policy recipients as a form of follow-up for the success of policy implementation.

Telaah Deskriptif Motivasi Berprestasi Mahasiswa Penerima Beasiswa Kartu Indonesia Pintar Kuliah (KIP-K)

Motivation is the basic urge that moves someone to behave. Motivation will help direct individuals to achieve what they want. Providing motivation is very important for someone who is pursuing their education. One thing that can trigger motivation is the provision of scholarships, one of which is the Smart Indonesia-College Card (KIP-K) scholarship. This article aims to provide an overview of student achievement motivation and what are the driving and inhibiting factors for achievement motivation of PAI study program students receiving KIP-K scholarships Class of 2020, Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, UIN K.H. Abdurrahman Wahid Pekalongan. This article was written using a descriptive qualitative approach using interview and documentation methods, and analyzed using a qualitative analysis model in the form of data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. From the results of the study, it was found that the achievement motivation of PAI study program students who received KIP-K scholarships at UIN K.H Abdurrahman Wahid Pekalongan was shown in the form of responsibility, courage to take risks, creative and innovative, good at managing time, and hard work. Apart from that, the factors driving motivation are high enthusiasm, encouragement from the family, and demands from the KIP Kuliah program. Meanwhile, the factors inhibiting student achievement motivation are difficulty dividing time, laziness, social environment and family economy.

PERAN MATHLA’UL ANWAR MEMBENDUNG KAPITALISME PENDIDIKAN

This study aims to analyze the role of Mathla'ul Anwar in efforts to stem the influence of capitalism in the education system in Indonesia. This type of research is qualitative, drawing on the role of Mathla'ul Anwar in stemming the influence of capitalism in the education system. Data collection was conducted through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Data analysis is carried out through data collection, data presentation and conclusions, while data maturity uses source triangulation. The results show that education can shape the character and develop the potential of the younger generation, carried out through strict supervision measures, emphasis on quality and values, and the provision of scholarships and Mathla'ul Anwar has become the forefront in protecting the integrity of education.

Revitalizing Islamic Education: Professionalism of State Islamic Religious College Lecturers in Welcoming the Industrial Era 4.0

This study focused on three aspects: 1) the professionalism of lecturers in the Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training (FTK) at the State Islamic Religious College (PTKIN) in Aceh in welcoming the industrial revolution 4.0 era; 2) the skills of FTK lecturers at PTKIN in Aceh in using technology for teaching; and 3) strategies to develop the professional competence of FTK lecturers in welcoming the industrial revolution 4.0 era. This research applied a qualitative method with fifty informants from FTK-PTKIN in Aceh. The informants were determined purposefully: two deans, one head of the Department of Teacher Training and Education, six deputy deans, and forty-nine lecturers. Data collection was done through interviews, observations, and documentation, and the data were analyzed through three steps: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. This study revealed that FTK-PTKIN lecturers in Aceh have high professional competence and good skills in using technology for teaching to welcome the Industrial Revolution 4.0 era. The common media used in teaching are Google Classroom, Google Meet, Zoom, and WhatsApp. Moreover, the professional competence of FTK lecturers is developed through the following strategies: doctoral education, technology training, and scholarship provision.

Repositioning Integrated Science Curriculum for National Growth and Development

The importance of Integrated Science curriculum to nation’s development cannot be overemphasized. In Nigeria, issues such as poor academic performance of students, low quality of graduates, inadequate funding, lack of equipped laboratory and workshops, low quantity, quality, and commitment of teachers, inappropriate curriculum are prevalent in Integrated Science education provision. To improve the state of science and technology from its status quo and reposition it for the 21st century, adequate funding, provision and furnishing of laboratory and workshop, provision of scholarships and bursaries for students, regular review of science and technology curriculum, provisions of ICT in teaching and learning, recruitment of more qualified science and technology teachers, as well as motivation of science and technology teachers are recommended.

Strategies to Mitigate Challenges Facing Students in Selection and Progression in Agriculture Career in Tertiary Institutions of Kenya

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the strategies to be employed to mitigate challenges facing students in selection and progression in agriculture careers in tertiary institutions of Bungoma and Kakamega counties, Kenya. Further, the study formulated a conceptual framework based on the research variables, which also aided the formulation of hypotheses. Using a pragmatic philosophical standpoint as a lens, the study applied convergent design and convergent exploratory strategy for data collection, coupled with mixed methods applying both quantitative and qualitative for triangulation. The data was collected using questionnaires and interview protocols. Due diligence was taken into consideration while collecting and processing data to ensure both the reliability and validity of the study. The study used both descriptive and inferential techniques to analyse the collected data. Thematic analysis was appropriately used to guide and validate the contributions of the study. The greatest challenge to progression was poor Ministry policies on program selection in agriculture subjects in secondary schools of Kakamega and Bungoma Counties. The study revealed that the Ministry of Agriculture could review salary scales and create more job opportunities while the Ministry of Education could make agricultural programs business-oriented and lower entry grades to university or Technical and Vocational Education Training institutions, among other issues. The model coefficient analysis on strategies showed that creating more jobs (β=.221, p<.05), career guiding and counselling (β=.392, p<.05) and provision of scholarships (β=.137, p<.05) were some of the significant strategies to mitigate challenges facing progression in an agricultural career. The findings imply that the mentioned significant strategies are effective in mitigating challenges to progression in agricultural careers. The results obtained should guide efforts for suggesting strategies to promote the career progression of students in agricultural programs in Kenya and inform policymakers on the re-orientation of agriculture education

Diversity Problems in Students' Educational Backgrounds and Learning Program Policies of Arabic Language Education

The aim of this article is to analyze the problems of diversity in students' educational backgrounds and the policies of the UIN Datokarama Palu Arabic Language Education (PBA) learning program. The type of research used in this research is qualitative field research. Meanwhile, the data analysis technique uses the Huberman and Miles method. The results of the research show that the Arabic language learning problems faced by students of the Arabic Language Study Program (PBA) at UIN Datokarama Palu consist of language proficiency problems, psychological problems, and intellectual problems. The Arabic language study program policy is to manage these problems through the application of various learning methods and models, the provision of scholarships, and the formation of Arabic study groups. Through the application of various learning methods and models, language proficiency problems faced by students can be overcome. Meanwhile, providing scholarships is effective in overcoming the psychological problems faced by students. The formation of an Arabic study group is effective in overcoming language proficiency problems and intellectual problems.

Manajerial Kepala Sekolah Dalam Pemanfaatan Beasiswa Terhadap Peningkatan Kualitas Pendidikan

This research was held. What is the managerial influence of the school principal on the quality of education, and the provision of scholarships on the quality of existing education? This research took place at Al Amien Jatigunting Middle School, Wonorejo District, Pasuruan Regency. n In conducting the research, researchers used qualitative research methods with case studies to see the extent to which the managerial influence of school principals and scholarships had on the quality of education in Al Amien Middle School. Documentation, interviews, and observations are the steps of the researcher in obtaining accurate data to be presented as a result of the research. In addition, the researcher also took some data as a reference for the results of the research that will be carried out later. In addition to data, the researchers also took some documentation as supporting evidence for the results of the research that will be presented. The results of this study are 1) there is managerial influence on improving the quality of education, including the management of teachers and education staff who lack discipline 2) lack of facilities and infrastructure existing infrastructure at the institution, so that students have to study at other institutions 3) scholarships are sufficiently capable of attracting many students to study at this institution with the waiver of school fees, as well as the cost of school uniforms.

Mujāhadah Students: the Innovation of Student Quranic After-Memorizing at the Institut Agama Islam al-Quran al-Ittifaqiah

This study aims to examine the innovation of quranic after-memorizing through the mujāhadah program conducted by 49 students at the Institut Agama Islam Al-Quran Al-Ittifaqiah (IAIQI). The analysis used in this study is the analysis of the living Quran and social construction theory. The results showed that the mujāhadah program was an effort in maintaining memorization through three stages, namely mujāhadah ulā (confirmation), mujāhadah sāniah (fasting for 40 days), and mujāhadah sāliṡah (evaluation). The three stages are the legitimacy of giving the sanad which leads to three main chains, namely from the K.H. Nawawi Dencik, K.H. Magfur Ali, and K.H. Nawawi Abdul Aziz. This program is the result of externalizing the taḥfīẓ coaches at the Al-Ittifaqiah Islamic Boarding School as well as the leaders and teaching staff at IAIQI. The results of the externalization were institutionalized in the use of mujāhadah guidelines, IQT’s vision, and also the provision of scholarships for mujāhadah students. While internalization occurs in the process of absorbing the value of mujāhadah into the enjoyment of reading the Quran for the perpetrators, the desire of students to complete the three stages of mujāhadah, and the motivation of non-mujāhadah students to participate in memorizing the Quran.

Incorporating Social Value into Products of Social Enterprise for a New Brand Identity Case Study: Rumah Ismail

Rumah Ismail is a Community-Based Entrepreneurship Accelerator (CBEA) that accelerates community business generated from empowerment activities. The profits earned by Rumah Ismail are used for social activities such as charity programs and the provision of scholarships for school education for underprivileged children. This research aims to develop a sustainable communication model that effectively conveys Rumah Ismail’s mission and social values to the stakeholders to enhance Rumah Ismail’s brand. This research uses brand identity by Kapferer and Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) by Belch & Belch with the mixed methodology or combined approach between qualitative and quantitative methods. The results of this study indicate that Rumah Ismail needs to communicate its social values, namely increasing the added value of local products through empowering local talents as a new brand of Rumah Ismail by delivering a strong brand communication message through packaging so that the social values owned by Rumah Ismail can be conveyed effectively Suitable for all people stakeholders.

Implementasi Metode Simple Additive Weighting Untuk Seleksi Penerimaan Beasiswa

One factor that can support student enthusiasm for learning is the existence of educational assistance in the form of scholarships. Various types of scholarships are given to students who have achievements both academic and non-academic achievements. Conditions that often occur in the process of awarding scholarships, the assessment is not always decided based on definite considerations and predetermined criteria. The process of determining the provision of scholarships to students will be more effective and efficient if you use a decision support system. With the existence of a decision support system, it can help the selection team in the selection process of scholarship recipients so as to speed up the decision-making process based on predetermined criteria. The decision support system to be built applies the Simple Additive Weighting (SAW) method. With the new system, it is expected to help the selection team related to managing applicant data, selection and proposal of scholarship recipients can be done more easily and quickly.

Complementary Training Program in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering Undergraduate Courses

Contribution: This work evaluates the role of the complementary training programs (CTPs) offered by the Center for Research and Development in Electronic and Information Technology (CETELI), from the Federal University of Amazonas, Brazil. This analysis highlights the relevant role of the CTP, carried out by CETELI, in supporting students in the engineering undergraduate course, thus reducing dropouts and improving retention of low-income students. Background: The great challenge of engineering courses and of all courses in the technological area is to keep in step with the job market and, thus, provide better conditions for entering trainees. Intended Outcomes: Based on the experience of this work, other electrical engineering courses should be encouraged to adopt partnerships with industries, offering the possibility for students to carry out project activities on topics of interest to industries and, especially in developing countries like Brazil, to associate this activity with the provision of scholarships. Application Design: The evaluation assesses the impact of the various CTP partnership projects (PPs) on the graduation rate (GR), on students’ academic performance, and on the average graduation time (GT). It also assesses how the CTP students entered the job market, measuring whether the CTP facilitated their entry. Findings: It was observed a difference in the GR between the students who participated in the CTP and students that did not participate in the CTP. For the computer engineering course, this rate was about five times higher. It was observed that more than half of the students who participated in the CTP entered the market and were hired almost immediately for work in their area of training.

원격대학생의 장학금 수혜가 학업지속에 미치는 영향 분석

This article examined the effects of scholarships on academic persistence in distance learning environments. Student persistence is one of the most important measurements for both institutional management and student success amidst the changing educational landscape in higher education. It is a particularly important issue for open and distance universities where the student retention rates are much lower than in conventional face-to-face education. To this end, this study aimed to understand how the provision of scholarships may contribute to students' persistence, especially focusing on distance adult learners.
 Data was collected from a Korean public open university regarding students' academic and scholarship information who were enrolled in the first and second semesters in the year of 2019. Logistic regression models were applied to identify the relationship between scholarship types and students' persistence. The finding suggested that students who received need-based scholarships were more likely to continue in their studies than those who received merit-based scholarships. Additional analyses estimating the impact of specific types of scholarships on persistence highlighted the following: in comparing specific types of need-based scholarships, financial scholarship recipients compared to social scholarship recipients may increase the probability of persistence. In terms of different merit-based scholarship types, non-academic scholarship than academic scholarship may positively contribute to students' persistence, controlling for students' individual attributes. Suggestions on scholarship policy concerning open and distance universities as well as implications for future research were also discussed.

PENERAPAN CSR DI PERUSAHAAN PERTAMBANGAN DAN PEMBANGUNAN EKONOMI BERKELANJUTAN DI KALIMANTAN SELATAN

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is the process of communicating the social and environmental impact of a company's economic actions within a particular community group and in society as a whole. Sustainable development with a progressive business model defines a business concept that combines income and economic benefits with genuine social and environmental sustainability. Thus, sustainable development is related to CSR. CSR in Indonesia has been implemented by most companies in Indonesia but there are still many that are not on target. This study aims to determine the application of CSR in mining companies and sustainable economic development in South Kalimantan.
 This research is a descriptive research with a case study approach. The result of the discussion is that CSR has been implemented by mining companies in South Kalimantan. The programs that have been implemented are the provision of scholarships, MSME training, PAUD/ TK teacher training, student internship programs, and blood donations.

Higher education beyond SDG 4: China’s scholarship provision in the Global South

In international development of education, the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goal four monitors the scholarships offered by Western donors to developing countries. This paper, based on a qualitative study with 43 students from 26 developing countries, examined the foreign students’ perceptions of Chinese scholarships. By looking at students’ scholarship application, university experience and post-study plans, the findings revealed a centralised multi-level scholarship system, in particular attracting post-graduate students. The language of instruction in both Chinese and English, knowledge in shared development contexts and the perceived good value for future career had a combined effect to the students’ experience. In considering education as a cultural political economic ensemble in the global context, the paper concluded that China’s scholarship and higher education practice, serving the country’s soft power and representing South-South Cooperation, contributed to the global education targets from both quantity and quality dimensions but could step further towards education for social and global justice.

Premarital Sex among JHS Students in Ashanti Region of Ghana: Some Lessons for Christian Advocacy

Youth engagement in premarital sexual practice is reported to be increasing globally. This is not different in Ghana. In Ghana, the Ashanti Region is reported to have the highest rate of teenage pregnancy. This presupposes the prevalence of premarital sexual practice among the youth in the region. The study sought to assess the prevalence of premarital sexual practices among Junior High students in the Ashanti Region of Ghana and the factors accounting for that in order to suggest some lessons for Christian advocacy. The study used the Trede Adventist Junior High School as a case study. The descriptive-analytical method was used to discuss the data collected. The study uncovered that premarital sexual practice is prevalent among students of the Trede Adventist JHS. Peer pressure, poverty, poor parenting, dating, sexual urge, covetousness, media, lack of sex education and drug abuse were mentioned as the influencing factors. The study observed that there is a need for Christian advocacy in arresting this premarital sex menace, and this could be done through the provision of sex education and counselling services, education and awareness creation, job creation and provision of scholarships. This study provides insight into the construction of public theology for youth on similar issues. Keywords: Ghana, Premarital sex, influencing Factors, Youth, Christian Advocacy

Engaging youth in global health and social justice: a decade of experience teaching a high school summer course

ABSTRACT Background Education and training in global health and social justice is crucial to ensuring the next generation of health professionals are poised to tackle the pressing issues of our time. Objectives To develop and implement an intensive summer course on global health and social justice for high school students at the University of Southern California. Methods This paper reviews the course aims and curriculum, its implementation both onsite and online, and reports on student course evaluations and long-term student outcomes. Results Student satisfaction with the program was extremely high, which endured when the course went virtual during the COVID-19 pandemic. The most popular elements of the course included interactive, game-based activities and guest speakers. Many students reported that the course motivated them to pursue higher education and careers in global health or related fields. Conclusions More universities should consider offering summer programs or other extension programs targeting high school students in order to meet the increasing demand for global health education. Recommendations for implementing global health courses for younger learners include having an interdisciplinary focus with a range of topics and diverse perspectives; provision of scholarships to allow low-income students and students from abroad to participate; prioritizing the integration of active learning and experiential educational opportunities; and incorporating debriefing and reflection as integral parts of learning.

Assessing Motivational and Retention Strategies Employed to Retain Academic Staff: Evidence from Selected Universities

Academic staff is a key resource in higher education institutions (HEIs) and therefore has a major role in the achievement of the objectives of these institutions. Satisfied and well-motivated academic staff can build a national and international reputation for themselves and their institutions. Retention strategies strengthen the capacities of organizations to attract and retain their workforce. Three universities were purposely selected, namely University of Iringa (UoI), Ruaha Catholic University (RUCU) and Mkwawa University College of Education (MUCE), within Iringa municipality. Primary and secondary data were used for the study. The study findings revealed that there are strategies employed by all three universities such as provision of competitive remuneration, scholarship provision, research and consultancy opportunity, workload allowances, recruitment of retainable academic staff, scholarship provision, bounding of five years after training, gratuity payment, scholarship, extra duty/ overtime allowances, quarterly meeting with academic staff, bank loan guarantee, marking and invigilation allowances and soft loans (land). MUCE had additional strategies like land loan and quarterly meeting as feedback mechanism, while RUCU provided gratuity, UoI provided competitive remuneration and seminars/ trainings. However, there are no clear and defined academic staff motivation and retention strategies in the universities under the study.