Assessing the challenges and opportunities for implementing new technologies and automation in Nigerian ports to improve efficiency 1. Introduction 1.1 Overview of Nigerian ports 1.2 Importance of efficiency in port operations 2. Challenges in implementing new technologies and automation 2.1 Limited infrastructure and outdated systems 2.2 Resistance to change from stakeholders 2.3 Lack of skilled […]
Greiman, V.A., 2020. Defending the Cyber Sea: Legal Challenges Ahead. Journal of Information Warfare, 19(3), pp.68-821. Martínez, F., Sànchez, L.E., Santos-Olmo, A., Rosado, D.G. & Fernàndez-Medina, E., 2024. Maritime cybersecurity: protecting digital seas. International Journal of Information Security, 23, pp.1429-14572. European Union Agency for Network and Information Security, 2014. Cyber Security Aspects in the Maritime […]
Antidepressants: medicine or placebo? Numerous scandals around drug companies suggest that popular antidepressants may have no real effect and do more harm than good. See if there’s enough evidence to support this point of view. # Antidepressants: Medicine or Placebo? Another interesting and controversial topic is antidepressants: medicine or placebo? Numerous scandals around drug companies […]
Stem cells: ethical issues. Stem cells are often harvested from embryos, which led to restrictions connected to their medical use. Currently, new types of stem cells are being developed, and the attitude towards this subject is changing. Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that can develop into specialized cell types. They have great potential for treating […]
Cancer Prevention and Control: The Role of Technology Cancer is a major public health problem that affects millions of people worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, cancer was the second leading cause of death globally in 2020, accounting for an estimated 10 million deaths. Therefore, cancer prevention and control is one of the crucial […]
Dementia of the Alzheimer’s type (DAT) is a progressive, fatal neurodegenerative condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is the most common form of dementia, accounting for about 60-80% of all cases. DAT is caused by a build-up of abnormal protein deposits called amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles in the brain, which damage and […]
Preparing Effective Special Education Teachers Special education teachers are educators who work with students with various learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities. They need to have a range of skills and qualities to effectively meet the diverse needs of their students and provide them with inclusive and supportive learning environments. Some of the essential skills […]
` Unstructured Play: Benefits and Challenges Unstructured play is a type of play that does not follow any predetermined rules, goals, or instructions. It is often spontaneous, creative, and exploratory, allowing children to express themselves freely and learn from their own experiences. Unstructured play can take many forms, such as playing with toys, building forts, […]
Spiral Curriculum: A Powerful Approach to Learning — What is spiral curriculum and why is it important for education? Spiral curriculum is a teaching method that builds on previous knowledge and skills, revisiting and reinforcing them at increasing levels of complexity and depth. Spiral curriculum allows students to master the core concepts of a subject, […]
King Herod’s Part in the Jewish Persecution King Herod, also known as Herod the Great, was a Roman-appointed king of Judaea from 37 to 4 BCE. He was of Arab origin, but practiced Judaism and considered himself a Jew. However, many Jews did not accept him as their legitimate ruler and opposed his policies. Herod […]
# Remedial Education: What Is It and Why Is It Important? Remedial education is a form of instruction that helps students who have fallen behind in their academic skills to catch up with their peers. Remedial education can be offered at any level of education, from elementary school to college, and can cover various subjects, […]
Reggio Emilia is an educational philosophy and pedagogy that focuses on the natural development of children in relationship-driven environments. It was founded by Loris Malaguzzi, a teacher who collaborated with parents and citizens in the Italian town of Reggio Emilia after the Second World War. The approach is based on the idea that children have […]
` Problem-Based Learning: An Effective Approach for Education Problem-based learning (PBL) is a pedagogical method that engages students in solving authentic and complex problems through collaborative inquiry and reflection. PBL aims to develop students’ critical thinking, creativity, communication, and self-directed learning skills, as well as their content knowledge and understanding of the real-world context. PBL […]
Play Based Learning: A Review of the Literature Play based learning is a pedagogical approach that emphasizes the role of play in children’s development and learning. Play based learning can be defined as “a context for learning through which children organize and make sense of their social worlds, as they engage actively with people, objects […]
Passive learning is a method of learning or instruction where students receive information from the instructor and internalize it, without receiving any feedback or engaging in any active participation. It is often associated with direct instruction and lecturing, which are teacher-centered approaches that contrast with student-centered methods such as active learning and the Socratic method. […]
Montessori Education: A Child-Centered Approach to Learning Montessori education is a type of educational method that involves children’s natural interests and activities rather than formal teaching methods. A Montessori classroom places an emphasis on hands-on learning and developing real-world skills. It also encourages independence, creativity, and social responsibility in students. Montessori education was founded by […]
Lifelong Learning: A Key to Success in the 21st Century Lifelong learning is the continuous and self-motivated pursuit of knowledge and skills throughout one’s life. It is not limited to formal education, but encompasses informal and experiential learning as well. Lifelong learning can enhance one’s personal and professional development, as well as contribute to social […]
Kinesthetic Learning Kinesthetic learning, also known as tactile learning, is a style of learning that involves physical movement and interaction with the environment. Kinesthetic learners prefer to learn by doing, rather than by listening or watching. They tend to have good motor skills, spatial awareness, and hand-eye coordination. Kinesthetic learners may benefit from activities such […]
Humanism in Education: A Philosophical Approach Humanism is a worldview that emphasizes the value and agency of human beings, individually and collectively. Humanism rejects supernatural explanations and appeals to authority, and instead relies on reason, evidence, and compassion to guide human affairs. Humanism has influenced many fields of human endeavor, including education. Humanism in education […]
Independent Practice One of the most important skills for academic success is independent practice. Independent practice refers to the ability to study, research, and learn without direct supervision or guidance from others. Independent practice can help students develop self-regulation, metacognition, and motivation. It can also enhance their understanding of the course material and prepare them […]
