User studies in archives: the case of the Manhyia Archives of the Institute of African Studies, Kumasi, Ghana

This paper examines the use and users of the records at the Manhyia Archives of the Institute of African Studies, Kumasi. Data for the study were collected from the searcher’s ticket application forms available at the Manhyia Archives. These data collected were analysed using SPSS software. The study revealed that men and Ghanaians visit the archive most frequently. Recommendations include intensification of efforts to promote the existence, availability, and potential use of the records and the need for further research about the use of the records in the future.     

Some Aspects of Evaluation in a Health Education Workshop

Abstract

This study attempted to determine not only the change in health knowledge evidenced by 62 participants in a three-week health education workshop but also the relationship between each student's knowledge and the rating of his contribution to a workshop situation, as measured by staff and fellow workshop members. It was concluded that there was considerable gain in health knowledge. However, although there was substantial agreement between instructor and fellow student ratings as to the contribution of a particular individual to the workshop, there was apparently little relationship between his knowledge as measured by standardized test scores and the above ratings.     

A Constructivist Perspective for Integrating Spirituality Into Counselor Training

Significant efforts have been made in recent years to integrate training in spirituality and religion into counselor training programs. This article highlights issues that may be encountered by some trainees and suggests that constructivist teaching principles be used to mitigate these concerns. The authors present recommendations and activities in the context of the Association for Spiritual, Ethical, and Religious Values in Counseling (2009) Spiritual Competencies.