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Experiences of Nurse Educators in Research Supervision of Undergraduate Students by Mhlongo, Xolani

“…Undergraduate research is an essential experience for student nurses that can enhance the nurse graduate attitude towards evidence-based practice. Research is…”
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Understanding and Addressing COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy in the United States through Effective Health Communication by Agbede, Grace

“…Public health organisations and policy leaders have long called for more coordinated strategies and resources to address vaccine hesitancy in the United…”
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Education 4.0 (ED4.0): A Global Higher Educational Paradigm for BRICS Countries by Rampersad, Renitha, Do Lago, Mauricio, Fernandes, Elton

“…The importance of digitalisation in teaching and learning, which is addressed in Education 4.0 systems, is a relatively recent concept. Education 4.0 involves…”
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A Conceptual Framework for Safety Challenges in South African Schools by Rielander, Cheryl

“…The purpose of this research study is to propose the implementation of a conceptual framework related to safety challenges in South African schools. One such…”
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Goat Rearing for a Resilient Future: Enhancing Climate Adaptation among Smallholder Farmers in Umguza District, Zimbabwe by Nyathi, Douglas, Ndlovu, Cynthia, Maphosa, France, Dzvimbo, Munyaradzi, Ndlovu, Joram, Chiweshe, Manase

“…The agriculture sector is pivotal for the income and livelihoods of rural populations in the Global South, particularly in arid regions where small-scale…”
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Building Resilient FMCG Supply Chains in South Africa Amid Prevailing Load-Shedding Challenges by Pooe, David, Tazvivinga, Kudakwashe

“…Load-shedding (the controlled interruption of electricity supply) has become a prevalent challenge in South Africa, and it has had a significant impact on the…”
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Poverty in South Africa: Drivers of Perpetuation by Faluyi, Olumuyiwa, Olutola, Adewale

“…Poverty remains a persistent issue within the socio-political landscapes of Africa. This study explores the income, food, and multidimensional nature of…”
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Dysfunctional State and Human Rights Violations in Nigeria: An Assessment of President Buhari’s Administration (2015-2023) by Olasupo, Olusola, Hosea, Patrick, Abioro, Babatunde

“…Human rights violations remain a historical issue. Thus, exploring this concern amidst the dysfunctionality of the state is more alarming considering that…”
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Poverty in Nigeria: Potential Aggravating Factors by Olutola, Adewale, Faluyi, Olumuyiwa

“…Nigeria has grappled with poverty for decades despite the abundance of natural and human resources. This study explores poverty from the income and…”
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The Blended Roles of Professional and Academic Staff in Universities of Technology: Are We Getting It Right? by Leigh Meyers, Tigamberry Naidoo, Jane Skinner

“…Tensions between academic and professional staff are still experienced in universities of technology. The article focuses on the mobility and shifting…”
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Cultivating an Entrepreneurial Mindset to Address Unemployment through Innovation, Adaptability and Interdisciplinary Research by Ibrahim, Idowu, Adeniyi, Amos

“…In the wake of rising global graduate unemployment, the number of graduates in tertiary institutions is increasing annually, leading to a high demand for job…”
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Evaluation of Managerial Tools for Preventing and Controlling Cyber-Loafing Among Administrative Staff: A Case Study of a Selected Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa by Mkhize, Nonhlanhla, Mthalane, Peggy, Nyide, Celani

“…Organizations have implemented systems to address cyber-loafing, but these measures are often insufficient to completely prevent employees from engaging in…”
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The Blended Roles of Professional and Academic Staff in Universities of Technology: Are We Getting It Right? by Leigh Meyers, Tigamberry Naidoo, Jane Skinner

“…Tensions between academic and professional staff are still experienced in universities of technology. The article focuses on the mobility and shifting…”
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An Interdisciplinary Collaboration of the Writing Centre Support and the Nursing Department on the Development of Academic Research Writing by Khumalo, Nonhlanhla, Naidoo, Denver, Bhengu, Thandeka

“…This qualitative study explores the interdisciplinary collaboration between the Writing Centre (WrC) and the nursing department at the Durban University of…”
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Gender Perspective on the Study of Information Technology in Schools in Ghana: The Case of Ghana Communication Technology University by Boadu, Berlinda

“…Gender disparities in the field of Information Technology (IT) have persisted over time. Globally, women made up only 27.2% of IT workers in 2018. In the…”
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Indigenous Language Policy in Academic Writing at South African Higher Education: The Issue of Publishing and Accessing Scientific Materials in Setswana by Theledi, Kgomotso, Masote, Stephen

“…The Language Policy of South African Higher Education was adopted in November 2002 to ensure that all official languages are equitably used and developed as…”
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Exploring the Aesthetic Applications of Expanded Polystyrene: An Interdisciplinary Review by Awodi, Ene, Adewumi, Kehinde

“…Some researchers contend that repurposing and reuse of EPS for artistic and aesthetic purposes represents a meaningful step in addressing the environmental…”
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Challenges Faced by National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Graduates in Repaying Loans and Debt: A Content Analysis by Sakhiseni Joseph Yende

“…The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) serves as a pivotal mechanism to counteract higher education disparities in South Africa. This pivotal…”
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Exploring the Aesthetic Applications of Expanded Polystyrene: An Interdisciplinary Review by Ene Awodi, Kehinde Christopher Adewumi

“…Some researchers contend that repurposing and reuse of EPS for artistic and aesthetic purposes represents a meaningful step in addressing the environmental…”
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Pre-Service Social sciences Teachers’ Perspectives of their Teacher Professional Identity in a South African University within the Context of Curriculum Integration by Wepener, Tiani, Fru, Raymond, Felix, Alan, Tabhu, Mlamuli

“…The purpose of this study is to investigate the perspectives of pre-service teachers regarding their identity as social sciences teachers. The aim is to…”
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