The study sorts to determine the degree of knowledge and use of Open Access Journals (OAJs) by the academic staff of Bolgatanaga Polytechnic. The study, which employed a descriptive survey design, revealed that all the respondents (100%) are aware of OAJs. The study conclusively showed that the respondents had downloaded and used published materials from OAJs, and had also published their manuscripts in same. Generally, they believed OAJs are able to speedily publish their manuscripts, thereby fastening their promotion. A good number of the respondents are of the view that OAJs are reliable platforms which makes it possible for them to freely access subject-specific materials which were used in the preparation of their manuscripts and teaching materials. A substantial number of the respondents are aware of the predatory activities of some OAJs.
Children in the Bongo District of the Upper East Region of Ghana go through an annual ritual of devastating rainstorms which creates horrible imprints in their minds. These imprints needs an outlet for freeing them from fear as a result of the exposure to such destructions. Drawing throughout history has proven to be a good tool for healing children who go through such experiences. Therefore it became necessary to use drawing to find out how the children in this area have been affected by the rainstorms and how it can be used to help the children deal with the effects of the devastation. The qualitative study was conducted in Bongo Dua Junior High Schools form 1 and 2. Children were asked to draw their experiences during and after the rainstorms. These drawings were analysed to understand the extent to which they have been affected. The study concluded that Children who suffer rainstorms and floods need to be given a therapy session and a Post-Traumatic Stress counselling to help them cope and allay their fear for rains or storms.
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