International Research and Academic scholar society

IRASS Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies

Issue-5(May), Volume-2 2025

1. A Review of Flipped Classroom Research in Foreign Language Teaching
10

Li Ming*
University of Shanghai Science and Technology, Shanghai
1-4
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15321651

With the development of the times, the connection between information technology and education is becoming increasingly close. Flipped Classroom has attracted growing attention worldwide. Foreign language teaching, which emphasizes interaction, practicality, and context, is particularly suitable for the introduction of this innovative teaching model. Therefore, the importance of Flipped Classroom in language teaching has drawn attention and will become an important practical field in foreign language teaching. This article will collate the theoretical basis of Flipped Classroom, compare the research results of Flipped Classroom in foreign language teaching at home and abroad using bibliometric methods and content analysis, analyze the problems encountered in the operation of Flipped Classroom, and provide countermeasures. The research results can offer practical suggestions for optimizing the teaching of Flipped Classroom and provide information for the future of technology-enhanced language education and teaching practice.

2. COLLABORATIVE STUDY STRATEGIES AS PREDICTORS OF ACADEMIC GOAL-ORIENTAT...
4

Offor, Ugochukwu Ifeyinwa (PhD...
Department of Educational Foundations, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
5-11
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15361980

This study investigated the predictive role of collaborative study strategies on undergradute English learners' academic goal-orientation among in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. The research was guided by five specific questions and four null hypotheses. The study employed a correlational survey research design, targeting all undergraduate English students at the university. A sample of 200 students was randomly selected from 1,146 populations of the two faculties: the English Department and Education and English Language. To collect data, 2 questionnaires; Collaborative Learning Questionnaire, CLQ; and Academic Goal-Orientation Questionnaire AGOQ were used. The internal consistency of the items was evaluated using Cronbach alpha statistics, yielding reliability coefficients of 0.81 for the CBQ and 0.93 for the AGO-Q. Data collected were analysed using SPSS version 24. Pearson Product Moment Correlation were used to answer the research questions, while Simple Linear Regression was used to test the null hypotheses at a 0.05 significance level. The findings revealed that collaborative learning strategies such as group discussion, peer tutoring, and think-pair-share did not have a significant relationship with academic goal orientation. However, structured debate was found to significantly predict academic goal orientation among English learners at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. This study underscores the importance of structured debate in enhancing academic goal orientation among English undergraduate students, providing valuable insights for teaching practices and strategies aimed at promoting academic success. Key findings were discussed, highlighting the significance of this research for educators and policymakers seeking to improve academic outcomes among English language learners.

3. The Role of Punctuation in Conveying Meaning: A Study of Miscommunicat...
5

Ujunwa Nchedo Ogechukwu, Lucky...
Department of English Language and Literature, Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria
12-20
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15362013

The increase of digital communication has heightened the importance of punctuation in conveying meaning. Punctuations play a pivotal role in enhancing communicative meaning, yet their use, or lack thereof, in digital writing remains understudied. Despite the growing body of research on punctuation as a meaning-defining device in written communication, there has been a notable lack of research on the impact of punctuation on communication in digital writing. Drawing on theories such as Kress's multimodal theory, speech act theory, and communication accommodation theory, this research explores how punctuation affects message interpretation, with a particular focus on its absence, presence, and misuse. Employing a qualitative approach and content analysis method, thirty written digital posts were randomly selected and studied, with ten posts from each of Facebook, WhatsApp, and Twitter. Findings reveal that punctuation negligence and abuse are common across the digital interaction space, resulting in an overburdening cognitive load on readers, incoherence, and miscommunication. Common punctuation errors discovered range from omission and misplacement to excessive and inconsistent use of standard marks. The study also highlights the adaptive nature of punctuation in digital writing, where users modify their punctuation styles to align with discourse communities, sometimes at the expense of clarity. Given the findings, the study recommended awareness of punctuation, mindful writing practices, and other strategies for improving digital communication, emphasising the need for clear punctuation to aid understanding of digital discourse.

4. LEADERSHIP STYLE AS DETERMIMANT OF INDUSTRIAL HARMONY IN NIGERIA
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JAKPA Grace Ufuoma* , IBEGBULE...
Department of Office Information and Management, Southern Delta University, Ozoro Nigeria
21-25
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15377565

In this study, we examined some key elements of authentic leadership and how they can be magic bullets for peace in the workplace. Survey research design involving 208 employees in both public and private organizations were employed. Three (3) key elements of authentic leadership style were used namely, inspiring motivation, ethical transformational quality, and leadership transparency. Data obtained were analyzed by means of descriptive and inferential statistical tools. The research findings indicated that authentic leaders who possess ethical transformational abilities are better able to foster harmony in the workplace. Another strategy to enhance workplace harmony was to inspire motivation. We also looked at how service-oriented leadership improves harmony at work and finding indicated that leadership openness and a fair distribution of information both contribute to improved workplace harmony. Thus, the study concludes that genuine leaders use social exchange theory to improve workplace harmony, hence, authentic leadership serves as a determinant of industrial harmony. On the basis of the findings, to improve workplace harmony, the study recommends that managers in both public and private organizations need to cultivate authentic leadership styles via moral transformational traits, motivating inspiration and leadership transparency. By so doing, they can enhance workplace harmony, which will in turn contribute significantly to organizational success and growth.

5. Women in Political Leadership: Progress and Barriers in West and East...
1

Dr. Pippie Hugues* , Ms. Esthe...
Policy Analyst with Nkafu policy Institute and a Research Coordinator with Conflict Lab
26-28
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15397602

Women in political leadership in West and East Africa have made progress, but still face significant barriers. The average representation of women in parliaments in Africa is around 27%, with some countries like Rwanda and Senegal leading the way with over 40% representation. West African Countries like Senegal and Liberia have made significant progress in promoting women's participation in politics, while in East Africa, Countries like Rwanda and Ethiopia have implemented policies and programs to increase women's representation in politics. Overall, while there has been progress, much work remains to be done to address the barriers and promote women's participation in politics in West and East Africa. It is for this reason that the researchers will attempt to examine the progress made so far with concrete examples and equally discuss some of the barriers facing a complete implementation of the required quota for women in politics. The paper shall end with policy recommendations.

6. Effect of Manures on Growth and Yield of Jute Mallow (Corchorus Olitor...
6

Akinyemi B. K., Madina P. * ,...
Department of Crop Production, College of Agronomy, Joseph Sarwun, Tarka, University Makurdi, Nigeria
29-34
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15397819

The field experiment was carried out at the teaching and research farm, Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Makurdi, the experiment was to study the effect of organic manure on the growth and yield and the postharvest storage of fresh jute mallow in Makurdi. The experiment was laid out in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) replicated three times and the treatments were poultry droppings, cow-dung, goat dung and control. The data were observed and collected from growth parameters on leaf length, numbers of branches, leaf area, leave weight and yield for analysis. Data collected was subjected to analysis of variance (ANOVA) using GENSTAT statistical software version 17.1DE (2015) and significant means were separated using fisher's least significant differences at 5% level of probability. Significant differences (P<0.05) were observed among the organic manure for all parameters both for growth and yield. Poultry droppings, cow dung, goat dung and control from the result obtained, poultry droppings had the highest growth parameters on plant height (23.70) leaf length (5.01), numbers of branches (14.00), leaf area (66.50), leave weight (0.41) and yield (0.0727) kg/ha while control had the least increase and on weight lost and decay tray had the highest with (10.25) and (14.94) respectively. I therefore recommend the application of poultry droppings at 15t/ha for jute mallow production which gave the highest value of 0.0727 kg/ha. Jute mallow was protected from microbial assault and spoiling for eight days while maintaining its color and other physicochemical characteristics by treatments applied at a tropical ambient temperature of 30 ± 2°C and a liter of water.

7. Analysis of the Impact of Import Fluctuations on Economic Stability In...
14

Munaf Marza Neama* , Alyaa kad...
Al-Qadisiyah University- College of Administration and Economics
35-44
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15478231

The research is an attempt to analyze the impact of import fluctuations on economic stability indicators using a quantitative methodology based on econometric models to determine the impact of import fluctuations on economic stability indicators, with a focus on the research period. Data related to imports, inflation, and gross domestic product were used. The results showed a strong direct relationship between import fluctuations and the inflation rate. It also showed that sudden fluctuations in imports negatively affect the balance of payments and weaken the stability of the exchange rate. In contrast, economic diversification and local investment policies play an important role in mitigating these negative effects. The research recommends the necessity of adopting effective policies on the import of goods and services, which contribute to enhancing local production to reduce dependence on foreign countries, and contribute positively to achieving the country's economic stability in the long term.

8. MECHANISMS IN WHICH MULTI-LATERAL ENVIRONMENTAL AGREEMENTS (MEA) ARE E...
3

Ahmad Ally Maguo*, Prof Magret...
The Open University of Tanzania
45-54
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15523488

This paper examined mechanisms in which multi-lateral environmental agreements (mea) are enforced under the industrialization programme in Tanzania, particular in coast region. Cross section researched design was adopted for the study. The study comprised sample of 92 industries where by simple randomly sampling was used to select industries while purposively sampling was used to select key informant. Both primary and secondary data were collected through interviews, observation and questionnaire. Both quantitative and qualitative data analysis approaches were used to analyse data. Quantitative data analyzed by descriptive statistic while qualitative data analyzed through content analysis. The findings of this study revealed that, Tanzania rectified different multilateral environmental agreements such as united nations framework climate change convention and Kyoto protocol. Different mechanisms revealed to be used in enforcing and implementing multilateral environmental agreements on industrialization program this included policy, legal and institution framework, market strategies, land use strategies and assessment tools such as environmental impact assessment and environmental Audit. This concluded that, planning, economic and environmental mechanisms are used to enforce and implement multilateral environmental agreements under industrialization program in Tanzania. Furthermore, study recommends that, government should





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