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Wilson, K. N.
4th International Research Conference of Ghana Psychological Association (GPA).. University of Professional Studies Accra, LBC Auditorium 16-17th August 2018
Paper presented:
The Role of (Counselling) Psychology in addressing the SDG’S: Psychological Subfields Perspectives
Abstract
There is an urgent need to create the enabling environment for a more active role and participation of the private sector in the realisation of the Sustainable Development Goals. The private sectors’ contribution in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals will be considered in a business-like manner, with higher stakes in ensuring social stability. The successful implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals involving the private sector would ultimately be regarded as contributing to sound corporate social responsibility and good corporate citizenship on the part of the private sector. For Counselling to be involved in the process they need proper counselling skills. They will have to learn to conduct test in communities, connect with policymakers and tackle complex issues from counseling perspectives. If this integration takes place, the strategies and policies that are adopted to effect the Sustainable Development Goals will be informed by evidence and will have results that improve people’s lives.
There is an urgent need to create the enabling environment for a more active role and participation of the private sector in the realisation of the Sustainable Development Goals. The private sectors’ contribution in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals will be considered in a business-like manner, with higher stakes in ensuring social stability. The successful implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals involving the private sector would ultimately be regarded as contributing to sound corporate social responsibility and good corporate citizenship on the part of the private sector. For Counselling to be involved in the process they need proper counselling skills. They will have to learn to conduct test in communities, connect with policymakers and tackle complex issues from counseling perspectives. If this integration takes place, the strategies and policies that are adopted to effect the Sustainable Development Goals will be informed by evidence and will have results that improve people’s lives.
Sackey, O. M. & Wilson, K. N. (2017). Correctional Counselling Programmes in Ghanaian Prisons: A Case Study of Koforidua Prisons.. Global Educational Research Journal, ,
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The study assessed correctional counselling services provided to inmates of Koforidua Prisons. The study adopted mixed method approach. An accessible population of 523 inmates and 176 officers of the Koforidua Prisons were participated. From this population, a sample of 29 inmates (age range of 18 – 29 years) and 5 officers (age range of 51-60 years) were selected using purposive sampling technique. Questionnaire was the main instrument used to collect data from the participants. Data was analysed and presented using simple frequency count and percent table and inferential statistics. The results revealed the nature of correctional counselling in Koforidua Prisons is crisis and integrative counselling. It was revealed that correctional counselling enhances inmates’ self- image. The result further illustrate that those who hold positive perception about correctional counselling have positive attitude towards the programme. The study also revealed that office accommodation for counsellors is thwarting the operations of correctional counselling in Koforidua prisons. Finally, it revealed that perception of inmates is positively associated with attitude of inmates. Based on the findings, it was concluded that proper utilization of correctional counselling would produce in inmate’s high sense of self-worth. It was further concluded that attitude towards correctional counselling depends on the degree of inmates’ perceptions. It was recommended among other things that prison authorities should provide office accommodation for counselling personnel for proper institutionalization of correctional counselling. It was also recommended that prison authorities should sponsor staff as part of staff development process, to read advanced courses in correctional counselling. Keywords: Correctional Counselling, Ghanaian Prisons
The study assessed correctional counselling services provided to inmates of Koforidua Prisons. The study adopted mixed method approach. An accessible population of 523 inmates and 176 officers of the Koforidua Prisons were participated. From this population, a sample of 29 inmates (age range of 18 – 29 years) and 5 officers (age range of 51-60 years) were selected using purposive sampling technique. Questionnaire was the main instrument used to collect data from the participants. Data was analysed and presented using simple frequency count and percent table and inferential statistics. The results revealed the nature of correctional counselling in Koforidua Prisons is crisis and integrative counselling. It was revealed that correctional counselling enhances inmates’ self- image. The result further illustrate that those who hold positive perception about correctional counselling have positive attitude towards the programme. The study also revealed that office accommodation for counsellors is thwarting the operations of correctional counselling in Koforidua prisons. Finally, it revealed that perception of inmates is positively associated with attitude of inmates. Based on the findings, it was concluded that proper utilization of correctional counselling would produce in inmate’s high sense of self-worth. It was further concluded that attitude towards correctional counselling depends on the degree of inmates’ perceptions. It was recommended among other things that prison authorities should provide office accommodation for counselling personnel for proper institutionalization of correctional counselling. It was also recommended that prison authorities should sponsor staff as part of staff development process, to read advanced courses in correctional counselling. Keywords: Correctional Counselling, Ghanaian Prisons
Agyei, P, & Wilson, K. N. (2017). Domestic Violence against Women in the Effutu Municipality in the Central Region of Ghana: Implications for Counselling. American Journal of Educational Research and Reviews, ,
Abstract
The study investigated the prevalence of domestic violence within the Effutu Municipality, it also examined how counselling programmes can assist in addressing domestic violence within the municipality. The study employed a cross sectional survey design and collected both quantitative and qualitative data. A simple random sampling technique was used in the selection of 300 respondents for the quantitative study. Data collected was analysed using descriptive and inferential analysis. The study revealed that Christians and traditionalists differed in their views with regards to cultural and life-time perceptions about domestic violence. Additionally, educational level attained also influenced respondents’ perceptions on domestic violence against women in the Effutu Municipality. It was also revealed that though, there are institutions that offer services to reduce or forestall the incidence of domestic violence; both victims and perpetrators did not receive any counselling in any form. It is therefore recommended that Effutu municipal assembly hire professionally trained counsellors, and attach them to the various institutions that deal with issues bordering on domestic violence. Keywords: Domestic Violence, Women and Counselling
The study investigated the prevalence of domestic violence within the Effutu Municipality, it also examined how counselling programmes can assist in addressing domestic violence within the municipality. The study employed a cross sectional survey design and collected both quantitative and qualitative data. A simple random sampling technique was used in the selection of 300 respondents for the quantitative study. Data collected was analysed using descriptive and inferential analysis. The study revealed that Christians and traditionalists differed in their views with regards to cultural and life-time perceptions about domestic violence. Additionally, educational level attained also influenced respondents’ perceptions on domestic violence against women in the Effutu Municipality. It was also revealed that though, there are institutions that offer services to reduce or forestall the incidence of domestic violence; both victims and perpetrators did not receive any counselling in any form. It is therefore recommended that Effutu municipal assembly hire professionally trained counsellors, and attach them to the various institutions that deal with issues bordering on domestic violence. Keywords: Domestic Violence, Women and Counselling
Attom, L. E., Anovunga, A., Gyasi, F. & Wilson, K. N. (2018). Challenges confronting teachers in providing Psycho-social Support Systems for Junior High School Students in the Central Region of Ghana. Journal of Innovation in Education in Africa (JIEA), 2,
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Vordzorgbe, P. K., Assoah, S. K., Dzakadzie, Y. & Wilson, K. N. (2018). Managing Pre-Retirement Anxiety Among Teachers in the Yilo-Krobo Municipality in the Eastern Region of Ghana,. US-China Education Review B, 8,
Abstract
The purpose of the study was to investigate pre-retirement anxiety among teachers in the Eastern region in Ghana. The descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The total population for the study was made up of all the teachers due for retirement in the 2017 academic year in the Yilo-Krobo Municipality in the Eastern Region of Ghana. The estimated population for the study was 200 retirees. Simple random sampling was used in sampling 70 teachers enlisted for retirement in the Yilo-Krobo Municipality. A questionnaire was used in gathering data. Data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. It emerged from the study that the sources of pre-retirement anxiety are inadequate fund, managing mental health, managing a new and lower social status, inadequate planning for retirement, and difficulty in time management. The study revealed that the challenges faced by respondents are related to inadequate financial preparation, retirement contributing to faster ageing, retirement leading to early death, retirement contributing to loneliness, and contributing to friends upon retirement. The study showed that there are no retirement counselling services available in the Yilo-Krobo Municipality. The study further revealed that there was a negative correlation between social support and pre-retirement anxiety. The study therefore recommends that the Yilo-Krobo Municipal educational directorate and the Municipal Social Security Insurance Office should collaboratively work with the various counsellors in the Municipality to fully assist teachers for adequately plan financially, make arrangement for accommodations, the educational directorate, and the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) should make retirement processes less bureaucratic and costly. Counsellors should educate teachers on ageing and life after retirement to improve their level of adjustment. Keywords: pre-retirement anxiety, counselling service, challenges, social support, religiosity, teachers
The purpose of the study was to investigate pre-retirement anxiety among teachers in the Eastern region in Ghana. The descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The total population for the study was made up of all the teachers due for retirement in the 2017 academic year in the Yilo-Krobo Municipality in the Eastern Region of Ghana. The estimated population for the study was 200 retirees. Simple random sampling was used in sampling 70 teachers enlisted for retirement in the Yilo-Krobo Municipality. A questionnaire was used in gathering data. Data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. It emerged from the study that the sources of pre-retirement anxiety are inadequate fund, managing mental health, managing a new and lower social status, inadequate planning for retirement, and difficulty in time management. The study revealed that the challenges faced by respondents are related to inadequate financial preparation, retirement contributing to faster ageing, retirement leading to early death, retirement contributing to loneliness, and contributing to friends upon retirement. The study showed that there are no retirement counselling services available in the Yilo-Krobo Municipality. The study further revealed that there was a negative correlation between social support and pre-retirement anxiety. The study therefore recommends that the Yilo-Krobo Municipal educational directorate and the Municipal Social Security Insurance Office should collaboratively work with the various counsellors in the Municipality to fully assist teachers for adequately plan financially, make arrangement for accommodations, the educational directorate, and the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) should make retirement processes less bureaucratic and costly. Counsellors should educate teachers on ageing and life after retirement to improve their level of adjustment. Keywords: pre-retirement anxiety, counselling service, challenges, social support, religiosity, teachers
Asiedu, A. A., Assoah, S. K. & Wilson, K. N. (2018). Managing Pre-Retirement Anxiety among Teachers in Asunafo South District of the Brong Ahafo Region of Ghana.. International Journal of Sociology and Anthropology Research (IJSAR), 4,
Abstract
Retirement is an inevitable activity in the lives of workers. Unfortunately, the thought of retirement to some workers breeds anxiety, apprehension and disillusionment especially among teachers. The study sought to find out the perception of teachers on retirement, sources of pre-retirement anxiety, and the managerial strategies that would be used to support teachers nearing retirement in Asunafo South. Descriptive survey was employed for this study. The target population of the study was all teachers in Asunafo South District. Purposive sampling technique was used to solicit the views of teachers nearing retirement. 52 respondents were selected for the study, out of the 60 teachers nearing retirement. Questionnaire was used to collate data and analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Respondents agreed that they feel nervous when they feel that their retirement is fast approaching. Four major sources of pre-retirement anxiety were identified. Majority of the respondents agreed that seeking retirement counselling from professionals will reduce their level of anxiety. Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy and Reality therapy were identified as two approach of managing pre-retirement anxiety. It was recommended that the teacher unions should regularly organise financial counselling on pre-retirement planning for their members. KEYWORDS: Teachers, Pre-retirement Anxiety
Retirement is an inevitable activity in the lives of workers. Unfortunately, the thought of retirement to some workers breeds anxiety, apprehension and disillusionment especially among teachers. The study sought to find out the perception of teachers on retirement, sources of pre-retirement anxiety, and the managerial strategies that would be used to support teachers nearing retirement in Asunafo South. Descriptive survey was employed for this study. The target population of the study was all teachers in Asunafo South District. Purposive sampling technique was used to solicit the views of teachers nearing retirement. 52 respondents were selected for the study, out of the 60 teachers nearing retirement. Questionnaire was used to collate data and analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Respondents agreed that they feel nervous when they feel that their retirement is fast approaching. Four major sources of pre-retirement anxiety were identified. Majority of the respondents agreed that seeking retirement counselling from professionals will reduce their level of anxiety. Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy and Reality therapy were identified as two approach of managing pre-retirement anxiety. It was recommended that the teacher unions should regularly organise financial counselling on pre-retirement planning for their members. KEYWORDS: Teachers, Pre-retirement Anxiety
Matemba,Y. H. & Addai-Mununkum, R, (2018). Exclusion and Misclusion of religion in Religious Education: Lessons from two qualitative studies in Sub-Saharan Africa-Malawi and Ghana. European Conference on Educational Research (ECER). Bolzano, Italy: ECER.
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This paper draws on the findings of a comparative study (2011-2014) that examined the problem of religious misrepresentation in RE in Malawi and Ghana. In an earlier paper (recently published in 2017), we examined how classroom discourse in the two countries exacerbates rather challenge religious misrepresentation. The present paper, follow the specific issues of exclusion and misclusion of religion in RE not only in classroom discourse but also in RE ‘texts’ (textbooks, curriculum/syllabuses and policy enactments).
This paper draws on the findings of a comparative study (2011-2014) that examined the problem of religious misrepresentation in RE in Malawi and Ghana. In an earlier paper (recently published in 2017), we examined how classroom discourse in the two countries exacerbates rather challenge religious misrepresentation. The present paper, follow the specific issues of exclusion and misclusion of religion in RE not only in classroom discourse but also in RE ‘texts’ (textbooks, curriculum/syllabuses and policy enactments).
Addai-Mununkum, R.; Abroampa, W. K. ; Agordzo Edoh-Torgah, N, (2018). Decolonized curriculum in colonized contexts: Assessing Ghanaian Public schools’ role in the decolonization agenda.. American Education Research Association Annual Meeting 2018. Washington DC: AERA. http://www.aera.net
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Ghana has since independence taken steps to Africanize its education system. Sixty-years on, we ask how challenging it has been for the school curriculum to live its promise of inculcating Afrocentrism in students. Using a qualitative case study design, we researched six public schools. Data from interviews, focus groups and observations lead us to conclude that Afrocentrism inspired curriculum is in place in Ghanaian public schools. Yet, the contexts within which such curricula are implemented are themselves centers of complex interrelationships between personal faiths, institutional ideology, and school ownership/management. We draw from these to echo that curricula reforms are successful if equivalent ideological and structural reforms are implemented in the contexts within which such curriculum will be implemented.
Ghana has since independence taken steps to Africanize its education system. Sixty-years on, we ask how challenging it has been for the school curriculum to live its promise of inculcating Afrocentrism in students. Using a qualitative case study design, we researched six public schools. Data from interviews, focus groups and observations lead us to conclude that Afrocentrism inspired curriculum is in place in Ghanaian public schools. Yet, the contexts within which such curricula are implemented are themselves centers of complex interrelationships between personal faiths, institutional ideology, and school ownership/management. We draw from these to echo that curricula reforms are successful if equivalent ideological and structural reforms are implemented in the contexts within which such curriculum will be implemented.
Strategic Planning Sensitisation Workshop*Esia-Donkoh Kweku*Senior Lecturer*Organised by University of Education, Winneba*Jophus Anamuah-Mensah Conference Centre, North Campus, University of Education, Winneba, Ghana*21st June, 2018*21st June, 2018
Strategic Planning Sensitisation Workshop*Esia-Donkoh Kweku*Senior Lecturer*Organised by University of Education, Winneba*Jophus Anamuah-Mensah Conference Centre, North Campus, University of Education, Winneba, Ghana*21st June, 2018*21st June, 2018
