http://41.74.91.244:8080/handle/123456789/685 2026-04-19T21:21:58Z http://41.74.91.244:8080/handle/123456789/5166 Multimedia usage in teaching the human digestive system and its effects on students’ academic performance Doku, M. This study investigates multimedia usage for instruction and academic performance of students on a selected topic on integrated science of Junior High School students in learning Digestion in Humans at Oshiyie M/A. Recognizing the challenges students face with traditional teaching approaches, the research employs a descriptive quasiexperimental design involving two intact classes, each comprising fifty Form 2 students. One group, designated as the experimental group, was taught using multimedia resources, while the control group received instruction through conventional lecture methods over three weeks. Pre-tests and post-tests were administered to evaluate student performance, supplemented by questionnaires to assess the perceived effectiveness of multimedia instruction. The results showed that the experimental group achieved significantly higher post-test scores compared to the control group (p < 0.05). Additionally, students taught with multimedia demonstrated greater engagement and interest in learning Digestion in Humans, reflected in their higher mean scores relative to those taught via traditional methods (p < 0.05). Based on these findings, it is recommended that educators incorporate multimedia teaching strategies A thesis in the Department of Science Education, Faculty of Science Education submitted to the school of Graduate Studies in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of the degree of Master of Education (Science Education) in the University of Education, Winneba MAY, 2025 2025-05-01T00:00:00Z http://41.74.91.244:8080/handle/123456789/5163 Malware attacks on University wi-fi network users in Ghana- a survey of the University of Education, Winneba. Geraldo, P. Malware attacks pose a significant and growing threat to cybersecurity, with millions of new malware samples identified each year. This study investigates the prevalence and characteristics of malware attacks on Wi-Fi network users in higher education institutions in Ghana, focusing on the University of Education, Winneba's network. The research employs a survey study approach and utilizes a questionnaire to collect data from a sample of 364 students selected using a stratified random sampling technique. Partial Least Squares analysis is used to examine the relationships between user knowledge, awareness, behaviours, and malware attacks. The study aims to provide insights into the human factors associated with malware vulnerabilities and to develop recommendations for effective malware prevention strategies in academic institutions. The findings reveal a significant prevalence of malware attacks, with variations across different types of malware. User knowledge and awareness of malware are found to have a significant impact on reducing the risk of attacks. Certain user behaviours, such as opening email attachments and visiting malicious websites, are identified as key factors contributing to malware infections. The study highlights the importance of and recommends user education and training, as well as the implementation of robust technical security measures, in mitigating the threat of malware in higher education institutions. The research contributes to the understanding of human factors in cybersecurity and provides practical recommendations for enhancing malware prevention in academic settings. A thesis in the Department of ICT Education Faculty of Science Education, submitted to the School of Graduate Studies, in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of the degree of Master of Philosophy (ICT Education) in the University of Education, Winneba June, 2024 2024-06-01T00:00:00Z http://41.74.91.244:8080/handle/123456789/5154 Investigating the effectiveness of multiimedia assisted instructions on students’ academic performance in some selected topics in Biology at Winneba Senior High School Appiah, P.A. The research examined the impact of multimedia-assisted instruction (MAI) on students' academic performance in selected Biology topics at Winneba Senior High, specifically when utilized as a complement to conventional teaching methods. An action research methodology was employed to collect data for this investigation. The study involved a single intact Form Two class consisting of 60 students from a public school in the Effutu Municipality. A cyclical approach to action design was implemented, along with a purposive sampling technique. Data collection methods included observation, interviews, and tests to gather both qualitative and quantitative information. The results indicated a notable improvement in students' performance in the selected Biology topics when MAI tools were incorporated into the teaching process. Additionally, the findings revealed that students exhibited a favorable attitude towards the use of multimedia-assisted instruction in Biology education. Furthermore, the study highlighted the challenges faced by students in utilizing MAI for their learning, which included limited access to devices, slow internet connectivity, software malfunctions, and environmental factors such as distractions, unsuitable classroom conditions, and inadequate time for the effective use of multimedia resources. The study concluded that the implementation of MAI tools significantly enhances students' performance in Biology when integrated with traditional teaching methods. Consequently, it was recommended that Biology educators should incorporate MAI tools into their instructional practices A thesis in the Department of Science Education, Faculty of Science Education, to be submitted to the School of Graduate Studies in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of the degree of Master of Philosophy (Science Education) in the University of Education, Winneba SEPTEMBER, 2024 2024-09-01T00:00:00Z http://41.74.91.244:8080/handle/123456789/5153 Investigating factors that contribute to the under-representation of girls’ in stem fields and its implications in the Effutu Municipality Dowuona, A.N. A thesis in the Department of Science Education, Faculty of Science Education, submitted to the School of Graduate Studies in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of the degree of Master of Philosophy (Science Education) in the University of Education, Winneba JANUARY, 2025 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z