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TESTIMONIES OF TRANSFORMATION: PARTICIPANTS’ REFLECTIONS ON ZOU’S FEE-FREE SHORT COURSES AS SUPPORTERS OF EDUCATION 5.0 GOALS PHILLIPA MUTSWANGA1 AND EURITA NYAMANHARE1
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This study investigated how participants perceived Zimbabwe Open University’s (ZOU) fee- free short courses as tools for advancing developmental goals through community engagement. The research aimed to uncover how these programmes contribute to…
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A RESOLUTION FRAMEWORK FOR THE PROBLEM OF DROUGHT IN BULILIMA DISTRICT IN MATABELELAND
SOUTH PROVINCE OF ZIMBABWE
Faced with recurrent droughts and other extreme weather events, subsistence farming
communities found in arid and semi-arid regions of the world have continuously utilized
inherent experiences and alternative livelihood sources to cope with adverse…
communities found in arid and semi-arid regions of the world have continuously utilized
inherent experiences and alternative livelihood sources to cope with adverse…
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VIABILITY OF SMALLHOLDER DAIRYING IN WEDZA, ZIMBABWE
Viability differences in smallholder dairy farming
are a result of differences in access to markets and services.
It is hypothesized that innovations that improve productivity
and market linkages also improve returns and viability. The
viability…
are a result of differences in access to markets and services.
It is hypothesized that innovations that improve productivity
and market linkages also improve returns and viability. The
viability…
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CHARACTERIZATION OF URBAN PRODUCTION OF ROADRUNNER (INDIGENOUS) CHICKEN IN HARARE, ZIMBABWE
In many developing countries, Roadrunner (Indigenous) chicken production in urban areas offers multifaceted opportuni-
ties. However,Plea this local enterprise also has some potential hazards and constraints. The research aimed to…
ties. However,Plea this local enterprise also has some potential hazards and constraints. The research aimed to…
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THE IMMUNE RESPONSE OF BOSCHVELD CHICKENS TO A NEWCASTLE DISEASE VACCINATION PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR COMMERCIAL LAYERS
This study evaluated Boschveld chicken’s antibody response to a standard Newcastle Disease (ND) vaccination program
designed for the Hyline Brown chickens. Both breeds were challenged with the LaSota vaccine at days 1, 69, 111, and 195.
The blood…
designed for the Hyline Brown chickens. Both breeds were challenged with the LaSota vaccine at days 1, 69, 111, and 195.
The blood…
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ACCESS TO TERTIARY EDUCATION AS A NATIONAL STRATEGY
FOR DEVELOPMENT:
THE ZIMBABWE OPEN UNIVERSITY CASE
Development suggests a change of an irreversible nature, the characteristics of which are determined by
that which is being developed. This involves moving from an existing to an end state, through a process
(R.S. Peters and Hirst). As African…
that which is being developed. This involves moving from an existing to an end state, through a process
(R.S. Peters and Hirst). As African…
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THE IMPACT OF ICTs ON MDGs: CONTEXT FOR DIFFUSION AND ADOPTION OF ICT INNOVATIONS IN EAST AND SOUTHERN AFRICA
he major problem of underdevelopment in Africa characterized by the huge challenge
to achieve the millennium development goals (MDGs) is on knowledge empowerment
supported by information and communication technologies (ICTs). Information…
to achieve the millennium development goals (MDGs) is on knowledge empowerment
supported by information and communication technologies (ICTs). Information…
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ACHIEVING GENDER EQUITY AT THE WORKPLACE: THE EXPERIENCES OF WORKING STUDENTS
OF THE ZIMBABWE OPEN UNIVERSITY
The study sought the experiences of working students of the Zimbabwe Open University on ways of achieving
gender equity at the workplace. The research was qualitative as the questionnaire used as a data-gathering instrument had
open-ended sections…
gender equity at the workplace. The research was qualitative as the questionnaire used as a data-gathering instrument had
open-ended sections…
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HIGHER EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT:
THE ROLE OF OPEN AND DISTANCE LEARNING
In the light of globalisation and the world’s ever-changing social and economic landscape, higher education is now universally considered a critical force in contributing towards sustainable development. To enhance and improve higher education…
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A QUALITATIVE STUDY ON BEST PRACTICES IN TECHNOLOGY AFFORDANCES, ICT AND GOOD GOVERNANCE IN MANAGING HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS IN ZIMBABWE
The emergence and growth of unethical leadership in the corporate world in Zimbabwe militate against competitiveness of the nation. Governance issues of higher education institutions in Zimbabwe have affected their strategic response to new…
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QUALITY MATERIALS SCIENCE EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT THROUGH DISTANCE LEARNING: THE CASE FOR NIGERIA AND ZIMBABWE
Zimbabwe is rich in human capital and natural resources, and is poised to achieve sustainable growth and
development mainly through human capital development. The purpose of this paper is to explore the use
of open and distance learning (ODL) in…
development mainly through human capital development. The purpose of this paper is to explore the use
of open and distance learning (ODL) in…
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TERM PAPER EFFECTIVENESS: PERCEPTIONS OF STUDENTS AND
LECTURERS AT ZIMBABWE OPEN UNIVERSITY
Term papers are an important component of the curriculum of students studying at higher
levels of learning. At the Zimbabwe Open University students pursuing Masters Degrees
write one term paper in each of the courses they would be studying. Term…
levels of learning. At the Zimbabwe Open University students pursuing Masters Degrees
write one term paper in each of the courses they would be studying. Term…
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STUDENT PERCEPTIONS OF SERVICE DELIVERY AT THE ZIMBABWE OPEN
UNIVERSITY: MASVINGO REGIONAL CAMPUS
This study investigated students’ perceptions on service delivery at the Zimbabwe Open
University Masvingo Regional Campus. The study employed the qualitative descriptive
survey design. It generated qualitative data using a questionnaire with open…
University Masvingo Regional Campus. The study employed the qualitative descriptive
survey design. It generated qualitative data using a questionnaire with open…
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MENTOR AND MENTEE CONCEPTIONS ON MENTOR ROLES AND QUALITIES:
A CASE STUDY OF MASVINGO TEACHER TRAINING COLLEGES
Mentoring has been increasingly recognized as a key strategy in professional training and development
in education. In teacher training, mentoring may be regarded as a relationship and a process whose aim
and purpose is to induct student teachers…
in education. In teacher training, mentoring may be regarded as a relationship and a process whose aim
and purpose is to induct student teachers…
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SMALLHOLDER FUNDING SCHEMES AND FARM PRODUCTIVITY IN RURAL MAKONDE
DISTRICT, MASHONALAND WEST, ZIMBABWE
The paper investigated the impact of small holder financing model on farm productivity in the
context of the ever-increasing funding gap in agriculture. The research was anchored on social
capital theory and the Keynesian economics. The study…
context of the ever-increasing funding gap in agriculture. The research was anchored on social
capital theory and the Keynesian economics. The study…
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RESPONSE OF PIG WEED AMARANTHUS CRUENTUS TO ORGANIC AND INORGANIC FERTILIZERS
Amaranthus is a relatively new and underutilized crop that has developed from being a weed to a vegetable in
many developing countries. However, its commercialization has been hampered by limited agronomic guidelines
that will facilitate large…
many developing countries. However, its commercialization has been hampered by limited agronomic guidelines
that will facilitate large…
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THE IMPACT OF AI ON PRIVACY AND SECURITY OF DATA IN UNIVERSITIES IN ZIMBABWE: A
LITERATURE REVIEW
In this empirical paper we discussed the impact of AI on data privacy and security in universities in Zimbabwe. The integration of how artificial intelligence (AI) in universities has transformed various aspects of educational systems offering…
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STUDENT’S SELF-SUSTAINABILITY IN OPEN AND DISTANCE LEARNING
This study sought to establish the sources of student self-sustainability in Open and Distance
Learning. Literature review indicated that employees with higher academic qualifications were
highly remunerated and had higher prospects for promotion…
Learning. Literature review indicated that employees with higher academic qualifications were
highly remunerated and had higher prospects for promotion…
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INVESTIGATION OF THE STRATEGIES TO REGULATE THE USAGE OF AI CHATBOTS IN
HIGHER EDUCATION: HARMONIZING PEDAGOGICAL INNOVATION AND COGNITIVE
SKILL DEVELOPMENT
This study investigates the strategies for regulating the usage of AI
chatbots in higher education to harmonize pedagogical innovation and
cognitive skill development among graduate students. The study adopts a
qualitative methodology that…
chatbots in higher education to harmonize pedagogical innovation and
cognitive skill development among graduate students. The study adopts a
qualitative methodology that…
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INVESTIGATION OF THE STRATEGIES TO REGULATE THE USAGE OF AI CHATBOTS IN
HIGHER EDUCATION: HARMONIZING PEDAGOGICAL INNOVATION AND COGNITIVE
SKILL DEVELOPMENT
This study investigates the strategies for regulating the usage of AI
chatbots in higher education to harmonize pedagogical innovation and
cognitive skill development among graduate students. The study adopts a
qualitative methodology that…
chatbots in higher education to harmonize pedagogical innovation and
cognitive skill development among graduate students. The study adopts a
qualitative methodology that…
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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND TRAINING: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES IN THE ZIMBABWEAN MINING INDUSTRY
Artificial intelligenceis Each and every aspect of our society has been changed by artificial intel-
ligence. Artificial intelligence still a new phenomenon in Zimbabwe. The main thrust Each and
every aspect of our society has been changed by…
ligence. Artificial intelligence still a new phenomenon in Zimbabwe. The main thrust Each and
every aspect of our society has been changed by…
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INVESTIGATION OF THE STRATEGIES TO REGULATE THE USAGE OF AI CHATBOTS IN HIGHER EDUCATION: HARMONIZING PEDAGOGICAL INNOVATION AND COGNITIVE
SKILL DEVELOPMENT
This study investigates the strategies for regulating the usage of AI
chatbots in higher education to harmonize pedagogical innovation and
cognitive skill development among graduate students. The study adopts a
qualitative methodology that…
chatbots in higher education to harmonize pedagogical innovation and
cognitive skill development among graduate students. The study adopts a
qualitative methodology that…
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MODERNISATION AND THE DEMISE OF CULTURAL PRACTICES ON
THE MANAGEMENT OF MISHUKU TREES AND MASHUKU FRUITS
IN CHIZHOU IN CHIRUMANZU DISTRICT, ZIMBABWE
Traditional practices and taboos have been used for a very long time in Chizhou located within
Chirumanzu District in Zimbabwe to manage mashuku fruits also known as mazhanje
(uapacakirklania) for the benefit of communities. The adaptation of…
Chirumanzu District in Zimbabwe to manage mashuku fruits also known as mazhanje
(uapacakirklania) for the benefit of communities. The adaptation of…
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THE PERCEPTIONS OF EDUCATION STAKEHOLDERS TOWARDS EXTRA LESSONS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN CHEGUTU HIGH DENSITY SUBURBS
This multi-case study was undertaken in three Chegutu urban secondary schools in Mashonaland
West Province. It investigated stakeholder perceptions towards extra lessons and provided
suggestions on how extra lessons could be implemented to the…
West Province. It investigated stakeholder perceptions towards extra lessons and provided
suggestions on how extra lessons could be implemented to the…
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THE ROLE OF HOME BACKGROUND ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AT GRADE SEVEN LEVEL
IN MOUNT DARWIN SCHOOLS IN MASHONALAND CENTRAL PROVINCE OF ZIMBABWE
The aim of this present study was to examine the relationship between home background and academic
achievement of Grade seven pupils in Mount Darwin District in northern Zimbabwe. The quantitative methodology was
used and a population of all the…
achievement of Grade seven pupils in Mount Darwin District in northern Zimbabwe. The quantitative methodology was
used and a population of all the…
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