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Hope Morocco conquers the Iberian Peninsular today by defeating Portugal, which occupies the region alongside Spain, already defeated by the Atlas Lions of Morocco.

Though Moroccans see themselves as Arabians by way of colonization and the mental slavery of religion (enslaved to the Arabs), they're Africans on paper at least.

Donjazet2:
Talk to me directly, stop going through the corners.

Your point is illogical, Obi has the biggest support of anyone here. His candidacy is too easy too sell. He practically sells himself.
One just need to look at the diversified component of his supporters. We have an ijaw obi supporter here, an Edo obi supporter, Yoruba obi supporter, A001 is egbira or Yoruba I can't remember. While the vast majority of tinubu's supporters are people who share his name. I'm sharing statistics nothing else o..

What these show you is that the motivation behind the support for each candidate differs very much. Obi draws in the educated electorate with a desire for good governance in huge numbers.
The others that seek to maintain the status quo do that as a result of primordial ethno-religous sentiments.

Lols. Ebira ke. This man don dey confuse me with another nler. Have you seen me speak Ebira language before here? It's always Yoruba. I sabi Ijebu dialect sef.

I no dey related to Ebira people. And na only dis account I get for Nairaland. I no be anybody's alternate.

OkpaNsukkaisBae:
U No go se me dey defend Soludo... Imagine saying that the xtians not minding their denomination must unite to bring down traditional/idol worshippers in Anambra.


Somebody should tell dis man that he was elected to eliminate d shrines of unemployment, poverty & insecurity in Anambra.

A sitting governor said that? These fools always think demonizing the local culture and beliefs is a sign of civilization, but the same shallow thinkers celebrate the Israeli and Arabian cultures.

Slave mentality. SMH

The Four Different Meanings Of 'Nothing' To A Scientist
https://www.forbes.com/sites/startswithabang/2020/05/01/the-four-different-meanings-of-nothing-to-a-scientist/?sh=2ca0dbb56394

I'm a proponent of number two.

WhoDeyHause:
Who then created us and infused us with consciousness?

In my own view, it's the Universe. We're all products or elements of the Universe that has no beginning or end (i.e. It came from nothing).

Nothing is a scientific concept, not the layman meaning of the word.

GloriousGbola:
Plot twist

Neither exist. Both are bots created by the admin to drive traffic and engagement. Infact I suspect don j is a bot

In fact Can we be sure this is not all just a simulation?

Lols. If you create characters in a game, write the story, and infuse your characters with consciousness, each character will think the story is real, not knowing it's all a simulation.

Na so what we humans call reality is. We're nothing but characters in the movie or game of life.

Morocco meets their former colonial masters, Spain, tomorrow. Wishing the North Africans good luck in the crucial encounter.

GloriousGbola:
The problem with everything you posted is simple.

There is far too much empirical and statistical evidence to the contrary

None of us on this thread were taught in the mother tongue. You were not taught in the mother tongue. Multiple generations before us were not taught in the mother tongue.

And I am not seeing any superstition on this thread.

But let us agree to disagree.

You want to boost education let people have children within their means. Not children who are already forced to be adults during their childhood, juggling books with managing their siblings, earning money for the house, etc.

Most renowned scientists did/do science in their mother tongue for the simple fact that it works. That's why millions of educators around the world teach science in students' mother tongue.

It's a simple issue.

And there are lots of superstitious beliefs on this thread. Most believe in juju, to start with.

GloriousGbola, the grand plan for the campaign to teach STEM in mother tongue is to domesticate science. The aim is to guide students to adopt the use of the scientific method in their everyday life.

In other words, when they encounter any problem in life, instead of seeking spirtual solutions, the first thing that should come to their mind is, "what does science say about this thing?"

That's one of the aims of teaching science in the native language of Yoruba.

Science needs more people to unravel the limitless mysteries of nature, and a good science teacher can spark students' interest in learning science by using the local language to teach mostly in addition to some English.

There's a program aired on Radio Lagos (107.5) that teaches science in Yoruba. It's such an educating program!

More of such initiatives are needed in this part of the world, where superstition and religion dominate people's thoughts instead of science.

To solve the myriads of problems life throws at us, we should turn to science, not prayers (mere wishes).

GloriousGbola:
50k?

When a regular dictionary is like 15k or less? And this is not even hardcover?

This na my man A001s long range plan sha. I fear the price of his Yoruba physics book when it comes out.

Lols, of what use will that be? If I can offer it for free in the form of PDF sef, I'll.

I don't teach science to get rich.

Wish Senegal good luck against England. Hope the African team can defeat England, their former colonial masters, just like they defeated France, also their former colonial masters, in 2002 to reach the quarter-final in the World Cup for the first time.

So it begins...

Lost in Translation: Science as a Universal Language

Did you know that English only became the universal language of science in the 1970s?

The majority of Albert Einstein’s original writings are in German and Marie Curie published her findings about radioactivity in French.

Ibn Sina’s The Canon of Medicine was written in Arabic, and his foundational textbooks were used in medical schools across the globe.

In fact, many of the greatest scientists of all time did not communicate their research in English.

However, the scientific community of today’s world paints a very different picture.

Most scientific journals are in English, and the number of citations of a publication is negatively impacted if a paper is published in another language.

Whilst the dominance of one language in science provides a global means of communication for scientists, it can also result in isolation.

The favouring of one language over others restricts the global scientific community to researchers that speak English, and can leave others struggling for recognition despite their scientific achievements.

A lack of diversity and inclusion in science has been acknowledged by policymakers and researchers, and different approaches have been adopted to tackle this.

The causes of social inequalities that lead to poor representation of certain cultural and ethnic minority groups in scientific communities are numerous and complex, and there is no single solution to addressing the disparities of this nature.

However, as an Arab woman who completed a chemistry degree in the United Kingdom, I am particularly aware of the importance of representation within our schools and universities.

During my time as an undergraduate, I did not meet any academic staff members, in my department or others, with the same ethnic or cultural background as myself.

I am now a Science and Technology Studies (STS) postgraduate student in London, and this is still the case. STS is an interdisciplinary field that is concerned with the relationship between science, technology and society.

I decided to pursue STS because of my passion for science communication, and my interest in the boundary between science and its social context. I am bilingual, and studied science in English and Arabic during my school years in Damascus.

Considering my heritage and academic interests, it should come as no surprise that I was drawn to the work of a non-profit organisation that specifically aims to bridge the inequality gap in access to science for cultural minority and migrant children in Europe.

Native Scientist explores one key avenue of discrimination within the European scientific community: language.

They aim to improve diversity in science by organising science workshops for children from underrepresented cultural backgrounds in their heritage language.

The workshops take place in multiple cities across Europe, and they are carried out by scientists who are themselves migrants or belonging to a cultural minority group.

They challenge the idea of a single universal language of science, and that’s why I joined their initiative.

Native Scientist gives me the opportunity to speak to children about science in Arabic, and also provides individuals like myself with a platform to connect with other Arab scientists.

Such initiatives not only encourage more diverse science engagement, but show children that science is universal, regardless of what language they speak or where they come from.

Native Scientist promote inclusion in science by actively demonstrating to children that they are already represented in the scientific community, and that they can overcome barriers to be part of the scientific world.

Diversity in science offers a wider range of perspectives and a more accurate evaluation of the natural world.

There is no truly unbiased or indifferent science, and we can choose to embrace this instead of ignoring the social factors that influence scientific environments.

As often argued by constructivists in STS, a more diverse and inclusive scientific community provides a greater wealth of experience that will arguably result in better quality scientific knowledge.

If a scientist does not speak English fluently or at all, does this mean that they are not capable of producing scientific knowledge worthy of recognition?

Does scientific brilliance only exist in the English language?

There is great value in linguistic diversity in the scientific community, and restricting science to the English language not only limits scientists, but it also limits science.

Translation is a profession within itself, one that requires skill and expertise.

The role of a scientist is not to be a translator, and scientific merit should not depend on a researcher’s ability to portray their findings in a single language.

Recognition should be based on the quality of the research and how findings are presented, regardless of what language the research is conducted in.

We must create a brighter future for the next generation of scientists, one that embraces and encourages both social and intellectual diversity.

Instead of focusing on a universal language for science, we can perhaps think of science as a universal language within itself, one that promotes inclusion and transcends borders by uniting scientists across the globe through the medium of scientific curiosity.

https://medium.com/native-scientist/lost-in-translation-science-as-a-universal-language-6186f202a648

diggz, I believe larride has done just to your question.

I no just get the strength to type a lengthy response because I no say the current crop of politicians no go allow regionalism or decentralization of FG powers.

izzou:
[color=royalblue]Of course, you have always believed in BAT. That's why I said "Many".

From the comments this morning, it is evidently clear that many people here know that this country is on self-destruct mode. But the reason why they are supporting their candidates is beyond me

Nihilistjnr gave a very bitter opinion, and the same people supporting BAT and Obi were concurring. It shows that people are just supporting whoever they want without asking the right questions.

Everybody is just supporting one person or the other based on HOPE. I don't want to invest any hope on a Nigerian politician; 2015 comes to mind.[/color]

What solution do you proffer to the mess the country is in currently due to PDP and APC misrule since the beginning of the Fourth Republic?

It's easy to criticize.

diggz:
Ah great! Your latest solution is for us to move to regional government or break up. So, let's asssume we move to regional government or breakup today, how will this solve the issue of bad leaders, corruption and poverty across each region?

I'll answer your question when I'm less busy. I don't have the luxury of time to type a lengthy post now.

Itsrm:
The question is still waiting for an answer.

While we are waiting for the bolded to happen, what is wrong with collecting 5k or a De Rica of rice in the interim since you agree the current situation is hopeless.

Lols. What question?

The roots of Nigeria's problems lie in religion, the issue of forced marriage, bad leadership, corruption, and the selfish need of the average Nigerian to put their needs and those of their family first.

Itsrm:
His point is that you're talking from both sides of your mouth.

If you agree that the situation is a hopeless one, what is the problem in collecting 5k or a De Rica of rice.

You and the person you quoted are short-sighted and lack simple understanding of issues.

Believing Nigeria will develop is a hopeless situation.

The solution is either regional government or breakup. I've said that a number of times.

diggz:
https://www.nairaland.com/920248/official-chelsea-fan-thread-champions/8844#89513292


Incase people are wondering who made the below post, Mr A001 did!




Mi I no go talk anything

What's your point really?

nihilistjnr:
It's funny how you always end up arguing against yourself.

Real talk, you might need some help.

I have said a number of times that only if a strong-willed politician can create regional governments, that's when the country will move forward.

That's the real solution but I don't see that happening any time soon with the many greedy politicians we've currently.

You don't take time to read some of my posts and some of your posts to see the ridiculousness of your takes on some issues.

I can't believe someone is encouraging people to sell their votes for crumbs like 5k, De Rica of rice and he doesn't know he's the one that needs help.

Collecting those ridiculous things from politicians is the meaning of "putting your personal needs first".

nihilistjnr:
Same Person



It's funny how you always end up arguing against yourself.

Real talk, you might need some help.

Mr APC man, it's everybody that needs help. We know the foundation of the country is faulty. Does that make Tinubu the right person for the job?

In your strange logic, it's a hopeless situation so let the electorate collect 5k and a De Rica of rice and vote for BAT and continue suffering for another four years.

Yet, this same man you recommend as a solution has serious health issues, is a drug baron, and an extremely corrupt fellow.

And you don't need help for saying this?

Nigeria is a country of different nations. The system (of forced marriage) is faulty from the start.

Even the best presidents in the world will fail in this country unless they form regional governments first before anything.

nihilistjnr:
How is it a convenient excuse when a civil war has been fought over it, and at least 6 coups have happened?

How is it a convenient excuse when PDP is being torn apart over the issue of zoning, and the Tinubu ticket is considered to be at a major electoral disadvantage for being a same faith ticket?

Why did Peter Obi have to have a Nothern Muslim as his VP?

Do you know Federal Character in civil service appointments is literally written into our constitution?

Why do you think state of origin is a thing in Nigeria? Can a Yoruba man from Ekiti go and contest for Governor of Borno or Ebonyi?

I admire your idealism (i suspect borne of youth), but if the ESN, BH, etc activity don't tell you that this is country being crushed under the burden of false amalgamation, then nothing else will.

Yes, it's true that Nigeria was set up to fail from the start. That's glaring to anyone that took the time to read the history of the country.

So, your solution is for us to collect 2k or at most 5k from politicians at polls and vote APC back to power again?

We should collect a De Rica of rice from APC politicians and suffer for the foolishness for four years?

I know this is what you mean by people putting their personal interest first in considering candidates to vote for in the upcoming elections.

Why don't you guys overseas just leave Nigerians here alone and let them choose the best candidates to vote for at polls?

Someone with a working brain will see the damage APC's Buhari has wreaked on the country and still vote APC back to power just for 5k or a De Rica of rice.

And they're wise to you because they've put their personal interest first above all other considerations?

SMH.

It still baffles me the personal, selfish interest you guys abroad have in the evil party called APC.

GloriousGbola:
The people who argued with you and you, you yourself and multiple generations of educated Nigerians are EMPIRICAL evidence that not being taught in your mother tongue does not impact your ability to learn.

Your statement is wrong. What we do in Nigeria is not science. We just do la cram la pour to pass exams. That's the general practice, and that's why a Physics department in a school can't invent.

You can't use a few first-class and second-class-upper graduates (mainly) as empirical evidence that the current system works.

These are people that do a lot of personal reading, and many will even pass exams (with la cram la pour) without attending lectures.

The system of education has failed woefully, and it's even glaring to all and sundry.

I developed myself as a physicist mainly from reading a lot of books and watching YouTube videos after graduating, and many brilliant people I know in the Physics field, who are my mates, also developed themselves.

If you don't develop yourself and are waiting to be taught STEM in a way that you'll understand it and can apply what you were taught in the real world, you won’t be able to know anything and will perform woefully in exams.

As I said before, you're not wiser than the millions of educators around the world using mother tongue as a medium of passing teaching instructions to students (in addition to English language) because it simply works.

You're not even an educator. I know you're not one.

I have some free time now; let me use that time to share this UNESCO's article on the importance of teaching in mother tongue, which sums up my points succinctly:

Why mother language-based education is essential

Every year on 21 February, the world celebrates International Mother Language Day, which was established at the initiative of Bangladesh by UNESCO’s General Conference in 1999.

The Day is an essential platform to promote the importance of cultural and linguistic diversity, and multilingualism for peaceful and sustainable societies.

UNESCO has been leading the way and advocating for multilingual education based on the mother tongue from the earliest years of schooling.

Research shows that education in the mother tongue is a key factor for inclusion and quality learning, and it also improves learning outcomes and academic performance.

This is crucial, especially in primary school to avoid knowledge gaps and increase the speed of learning and comprehension.

And most importantly, multilingual education based on the mother tongue empowers all learners to fully take part in society.

It fosters mutual understanding and respect for one another and helps preserve the wealth of cultural and traditional heritage that is embedded in every language around the world.

However, there is still a long way to go before guaranteeing all learners their right to education in their mother language.

In most countries, the majority of students are taught in a language other than their mother tongue, which compromises their ability to learn effectively. It is estimated that 40 % of the world’s population does not have access to an education in a language they speak or understand.

There are about 7,000 languages spoken around the world today.

But linguistic diversity is increasingly threatened as more and more languages disappear at an alarming rate.

And when a language disappears, it takes with it an entire cultural and intellectual heritage.

Globally, progress is being made in multilingual education based on mother tongue with growing understanding of its importance, particularly in early schooling, and more commitment to its development in public life.

Through its normative frameworks for language policy and education, UNESCO shares good practices in bilingual and multilingual education and mother tongue instruction.

It works with Member States to integrate multilingual education into curriculums and education systems.

Recent successful initiatives to promote mother language-based education have taken place in Djibouti, Gabon, Guinea, Haiti and Kenya.

The findings from UNESCO’s new report From rights to country level action shows national efforts made by different countries to foster cultural and linguistic diversity.

In addition, UNESCO recently unveiled the World Atlas of Languages, an unprecedented initiative to preserve, revitalize and promote global linguistic diversity and multilingualism.

Impact of COVID-19 on mother language education

School closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed and deepened pre-existing education inequalities around the world.

The closures ranged from a global average of 20 weeks to above 70 in some cases, more than a full school year.

As always, it has impacted vulnerable and marginalized learners the hardest, which includes indigenous and speakers of languages from minority groups.

According to UN estimates, nearly 500 million students from pre-primary to upper-secondary school were unable to access any remote learning opportunities during the lockdowns.

In many countries, distance teaching and learning tools, programmes and content were not always able to reflect linguistic diversity:

They were largely provided in dominant national or international languages.

When remote learning content is not available in students’ mother tongue, it increases the risk of learning loss, dropouts and exclusion.

Many learners lacked the necessary equipment, internet access, accessible materials, content relevant to contexts and needs, and human support that would have allowed them to follow distance learning.

Many teachers also didn’t have the skills and readiness for using distance teaching. They also struggled with digital tools in languages that they didn’t always master.

The massive digital divide shows how connectivity has become a key factor to guarantee the right to education.

The lack of access to digital learning content is deepening inequalities, marginalization and exclusion.

Another element that exacerbates the digital divide is the fact that many languages are not present on the Internet:

There is a major linguistic divide in cyberspace today. The inclusion of languages in the digital world and the creation of inclusive learning content is vital.

Remote learning based on the mother tongue should be incorporated into education systems in order for all learners, especially those from linguistic minorities, to access education during school closures and beyond.

This year’s International Mother Language Day theme, “Using technology for multilingual learning,” is an opportunity to take stock of the experience of the past two years, to move forward differently and better.

https://www.unesco.org/en/articles/why-mother-language-based-education-essential

No need to respond to all these mentions. I already stated my points clearly and need to move on to other things.

BlueRayDick:
Yeah , I do see this passion in his posts , it’s just that despite being “a man of the books” he seem to have a total dislike for people questioning his ideas and methods. He seem to have this believe that anybody who argues against his ideas are slaves already brianwashed by white man.

It’s funny cos most people who have gone on to become great in their chosen field have had to respond to critiques with convincing answers and not just resort to name calling and emotional blackmail

I've responded to criticism here. But today is workday, so I can't spend all day engaging in arguments on Nairaland when I've work to do.

GloriousGbola:
You keep on conflating 60 minute sermons from books that originated as oral traditions with teaching hard science

You think honor thy father and thy mother is the same as what is the potential energy of an 10kg object at an elevation of 5 metres?

This guy obviously knows very little about the history of Physics. Most concepts in Physics today are borrowed words from Greek and Latin.

They were translated to English. The same thing can be done in teaching science in Yoruba language, for instance.

Just like religious instructions are taught in local languages, science can also be taught in the indigenous languages.

Yes, it takes more effort from my experience, but it's doable and well worth the effort.

If you don't have anything tangible to say, I'd appreciate it if you stop mentioning me to engage in cyclical arguments.

Whether it's a major or minor tribe, religious instructions are taught in the native tongue (along with English).

Science too can be taught the same way.