Browsing by Author "Tizazu Abebe"

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    Differentials in Use-Effectiveness of Contraceptives in Dale Woreda, South Ethiopia.
    (Addis Ababa University, 1994-05) Tizazu Abebe; Tadesse Alemu
    Global population is increasing at an alarming rate and Ethiopia is contributing 1.5 million persons / year. The pyramid shaped age structure of the population as in most developing countries is a prima facie evidence of high fertility and imminent population explosion. Single and multiple decrement life table techniques were used to analyze pattern of acceptance and use effectiveness of contraceptive methods in Dale Woreda Yirgalem Family Planning Project, Ethiopia. The majority of acceptors (59%) never had formal education. Substantial percentage (79%) of acceptors were in the age group 20-34. Continuation rate was high 94.1% for pill, (97.1%) for injectable, (82.6%) for other methods and (95.1%) for all methods combined. Single decrement life table technique showed that educational status, number of living children and husband's attitudes were found to be important factors for high continuation rates. FOCUS group discussion identified very poor, and in some cases nonexistent service as a barrier preventing many clients from using IUDs and VSC.A relatively high use of contraception by rural areas (62 .8%) compared to (36.1%) urban showed as ubstantial penetration of the rural areas by the program. The paper argues that given the proper time and effort, contraceptive practices may prove effective in controlling population growth rates. The study concludes by establishing a strong case for a wide and integrated family planning programs that emphasize on effective methods with a high rate of acceptance and continuation. Considerable effort will have to be devoted to increasing the availability of FP services particularly It is recommended that a community based operational research should be conducted to provide strong evidence and substantial conclusion
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    Exploring the Experiences of Primary School Teachers in Implementing Inclusive Education: The case of Kolfe Keranio Sub-City
    (Addis Ababa University, 2023-05) Tizazu Abebe; Abebe Yehulawork (PhD)
    The main purpose of the present study was to gain a deeper understanding of the experiences of teachers in implementing inclusive education practices in Kolfe Keranio sub city primary schools. A qualitative research approach was employed and a case study design used. The study purposively sampled thirty two teachers from five selected primary schools. Semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions were employed as instruments of data collection, and the data were analyzed thematically. The findings revealed that Primary school teachers have different levels of awareness and understanding when it comes to inclusive education, Teachers accommodate students with special needs despite the fact that some of them do not have qualifications/training in SEN, Teachers experienced varied challenges in implementing the inclusive education for students with special needs The study also established that there are gaps in teachers related to accommodating diverse learning needs and collaborating effectively with support services and finally the study proved that there is a shortage of government consistent follow up and personnel to adequately support inclusive education practices in primary school. Keywords: Experience, Qualitative research, Inclusive education, Kolfe Keranio