Nana Yaw Gyapong (2024)

This study investigates the visual identity management knowledge and practices of two small-scale companies, which have guaranteed their progressive development. The investigation employed a case study research design, following a qualitative research approach. The sample consisted of two companies located in the Accra metropolis that are owned by Ghanaians. A semi-structured interview was used as the data collection instrument. Qualitative content analysis revealed that the leaders of the companies studied knew a lot about visual identity and had set up a key mechanism to ensure that the companies’ visual identities were managed well. It is recommended that the companies’ leadership continue to update their knowledge of visual identity and support their visual identity management practices with regular research and monitoring.

Rosemary Quarcoo (2024)

There are several studies on teaching methods and its impact on Clothing and Textiles in tertiary and basic schools but not in Senior High Schools and not on general teaching strategies. This study therefore investigated the suitability and impact of teaching strategies used in teaching Clothing and Textiles at Senior High School level of education in Ghana. Research questions that guided the study were: What are the teaching methods used in teaching Clothing and Textiles in Senior High Schools in Ghana? What is the impact of teaching methods on learning Clothing and Textiles in SHS in Ghana? What is the impact of other teaching strategies on teaching and learning of clothing and Textiles and H01: There is no statistically significant difference in the test scores of students taught theory lessons and students taught practical lessons. Eighteen schools, four hundred and seventy eight students and twenty three teachers were selected using stratified sampling, purposive sampling and random sampling techniques. Observation, test and questionnaires were used to collect data. The study revealed that, there are three dominant instructional strategies currently used to facilitate C&T lessons in SHSs across Ghana namely demonstration method, discussion method and question and answer method. Students who were taught practically (M =57.71) were found to do better than their counterparts thought theoretically. (M=49.53). There is a statistical difference between the performance of students taught practically and those taught theoretically with p value =.000. The report of the study indicates that, students disagreed they were exposed to good teaching strategies (M=1.73, SD=0.33) and (M=1.69, SD=0.22). It was recommended that, Clothing and Textiles teachers should: use modern teaching methods to enhance teaching and learning; teach concepts practically to improve learning outcomes; introduce students to adequate Clothing and Textiles textbooks to enhance teaching and learning and should assess students during and after instructions to enhance effective learning.

Leticia Naabano Takpo, Matilda Quainoo (2024)

This paper explores the challenges and prospects of sustaining Anlee and Kↄↄre music, two traditional genres performed by the Dagaaba women of Sankana in the Upper West Region of Ghana. Historically, these musical traditions played a pivotal role in the social and cultural life of the community. However, they have faced a steep decline in recent times. This decline raises pressing concerns about the preservation of cultural identity and heritage. Adopting a qualitative research approach, data were collected through interview, participant observation and focus group discussions. These primary sources were further complemented by secondary materials, including library resources and internet-based references. The findings revealed that, while Anlee and Kↄↄre music are at risk of extinction, the women of Sankana have recognised their cultural significance and are actively implementing strategies to revive and sustain these traditions. Some of the challenges for their decline are modernity, intertribal marriages and rural-to-urban migration. The study emphasises that music remains an integral part of the Dagaaba people’s cultural identity and serves as a vital connection to their heritage. This research underscores the urgency of safeguarding indigenous musical forms to preserve the cultural heritage of the Dagaaba for future generations. It also highlights the challenges posed by modernisation and social transformation while shedding light on the resilience and efforts of the women in protecting their musical traditions. The study contributes to the broader discourse on cultural sustainability and the preservation of intangible cultural heritage.

Andrew Yinintete Bamongya, Benjamin Oduro Arhin Jnr, Emmanuel Obed Acquah (2024)

This research paper investigated the extent to which the music and dance component of the creative arts curriculum has been implemented in primary schools in the Effutu Municipality. It highlighted the feasibility and effectiveness of the implementation process. The study aims to contribute to the development of a comprehensive creative arts curriculum in Ghanaian primary schools, thereby enhancing pupils’ academic and artistic abilities. The study used the qualitative research paradigm with case study as the design. Data were collected through observations and interviews and the participants included six (6) teachers from two conveniently selected public schools in the Effutu Municipality. Data analysis was conducted using Patton’s (2002) strategies. The findings revealed several factors hindering the successful implementation of the music and dance components of the Creative Arts curriculum, including inadequate teaching and learning resources including musical instruments as well as lack of qualified music teachers with the competent knowledge to implement the curriculum. The study underscores the need for government and stakeholders of the primary school curriculum to engage actively in addressing these issues through organising refresher courses, providing the necessary teaching and learning resources and rethinking teacher competence in this discipline.