The book explores the educational landscape in Washington, DC, highlighting both the challenges and successes faced by its schools. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the educational conditions in a city that holds significant influence globally, using empirical evidence to shed light on how residents are being prepared academically.
This book fills a gap in the literature of the politics of bilingual education in the United the role of the legislative branch of the national government in the passage of the 1968 Bilingual Education Act and its aftermath. The issues examined in this book include the type of environment in which the bilingual education debate emerged, the positions of the competing factions that lobbied Congress, the roles played by the legislative branch, and the end result.
Focusing on the marginalization of African communities within Western research frameworks, the book advocates for the adoption of African-centered research methodologies. It argues that these alternative approaches will empower Africans to articulate their identities from their own perspectives, challenging longstanding European narratives that depict them as "the other." By shifting the research paradigm, the book aims to rectify historical oversights and promote a more inclusive understanding of African experiences and contributions.
Focusing on various challenges in African Mathematics, this text explores critical issues such as curriculum development, educational change, and academic achievement. It examines factors influencing performance, including student characteristics, social class, and cross-cultural differences. The book also addresses the impact of standardized testing, literacy, and teaching methods, aiming to foster a deeper understanding of the educational landscape in Africa and promote equal opportunities for all students.
This book entails a pragmatic analysis of the African National Anthem, ""Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika,"" within a linguistic framework. By delineating the pragmatic features of the anthem, its philosophical symbolic meanings are teased out. This is important because symbols are critical in promoting social integration, fostering legitimacy, inducing loyalty, gaining compliance, and providing citizens with security and hope. Political symbols are also used as tools to address the contradictions of national consciousness and nation-building, nationhood, ideal governance, socioeconomic organization, and foreign policy preferences. The African National Anthem, ""Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrica"" is divided into seven chapters: Historical Background and Various Versions of ""Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika"" On Meaning Deixis Presuppositions Implicatures Speech Acts Conclusions
This, the third book in the Fractal Complexity in the Works of Major Black Thinkers series, examines the contributions of African thinkers to epistemology and affirms that African-centered thought processes are systematic. Framed by an original introduction and conclusion, the selected readings draw upon notable thinkers, including Martin Luther King, Jr., Carter G. Woodson, Naguib Mahfouz, Angela Davis, and Toyin Falola, to explore the role of the African Union in promoting peace, the nexus between African languages and mathematics, and philosophies born of human struggle. Readers will also consider corruption in Africa, the impact of activist Angela Davis, and the importance of race itself. The book takes into account multiple disciplines to provide a rich diversity of perspectives on critical issues. Fractal Complexity in the Works of Major Black Thinkers, Volume 3 is well-suited to courses in African and African American studies, and Black studies.
This is the first book of its kind to offer a series of computer programming models for the practical purpose of insuring project accountability in African countries. Despite its practicality, the book is also theoretically well-grounded. By doing so, it seeks to extend the epistemological boundaries of both Computer Science and Economics. It is, therefore, useful for students and teachers in those disciplines, and for policy-makers and practitioners in the field of economic development
Delving into the works of significant African and Black thinkers, this volume employs a pluridisciplinary approach that merges linguistic presupposition with fractal analysis. It explores the intricate layers of meaning and recurring patterns within literary texts, applying mathematical modeling to enhance understanding in both literary and mathematical disciplines. This innovative examination aims to deepen appreciation for the contributions of these thinkers while bridging the gap between diverse fields of study.
The book explores the intersection of linguistics and mathematics, emphasizing the historical significance of African mathematical contributions to global knowledge. Dr. Abdul Karim Bangura argues that the neglect of African mother tongues in mathematics education hampers development efforts across the continent. He proposes that recognizing the link between African languages and mathematical concepts can unlock opportunities for growth. The text examines linguistic features relevant to African languages and suggests sustainable mathematical ideas as tools for fostering Africa's development.
Focusing on contemporary Financial Management, this book provides a comprehensive overview tailored for finance professionals. It covers essential elements and practices that are crucial in today's financial landscape, making it a valuable resource for those looking to enhance their expertise and understanding of the field.