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    The role of applied theatre in promoting inclusivity and self empowerment for individuals with disabilities in Masaka District : a case study of Arts Applied Uganda
    (Makerere University, 2026) Mwesigwa, Caleb
    My essay, titled "The Role of Applied Theatre in Fostering Inclusivity and Self-Empowerment among Individuals with disabilities in Masaka: A Case Study of Arts Applied Uganda," seeks to understand how Arts Applied Uganda used Theatre for Development in Masaka District to foster inclusivity and empowerment of people with disabilities. The essay includes anecdotes and quotes from in-depth interviews with Applied Theatre practitioners, one of whom is a person with a disability. The essay aims to provide a qualitative assessment of an unpopular form of theatre that proves to be a useful tool for social cohesion, sensitization, and cultural transformation. Through the use of the case study, this essay portrays what is possible if Applied Theatre is embraced, but also the challenges and solutions.
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    Investigating the role of a national soundscape in promoting popular Ugandan music on the world music scene: a case study of selected popular music genres produced in Kampala Uganda
    (Makerere University, 2026) Lutaaya, Jovan
    The study considers the possibility of having a distinct and unique soundscape that would characterize Uganda’s popular music sound focusing on its role in promoting the country’s popular music on the world-wide scene. This study specifically focuses on popular music produced in the capital Kampala city. The objective was to find out the importance of having a distinct and unique soundscape in promoting Uganda’s popular music on the world music scene. . The researcher also looks at the nature of Uganda’s popular music examining what musics constitute Ugandan popular music. In this research, a qualitative research approach was used in order to focus on gathering indepth insights into people's experiences, behaviors, cultures, and social interactions. This helped emphasize themes, patterns, and meanings derived from data such as interviews, observations, documents, and audiovisual materials from the data collected to be able to establish the following. The study established that the possibility of a distinct Ugandan soundscape is impossible, this is because the culture in the country is extremely diverse. Each and every tribe or ethnicity has its own culture as well as the musics that represent it. The researcher also established that one of the biggest challenges of promoting Ugandan music is that Ugandans are not original thus making it difficult to market such music on the world-wide scene.The research er therefore concluded that having a national sound is important as it sets the country’s music apart from the rest as it provides a sense of identity, popularize the country’s indigenous instruments as well as the different cultures of Uganda. The research also recommended that experimentation of Ugandan indigenous sounds, cross cultural collaborations, strengthening of copyright laws and music literacy of artists could go a long way in encouraging the creation of a Ugandan Soundscape that could be marketable on the World Music scene.
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    Approaches to technology integration in the teaching and learning of film courses at the department of performing arts and film, Makerere University
    (Makerere University, 2025) Ainobwengye, Ibron
    The primary objective of this study was to examine the approaches to integrating modern technology in teaching film courses at the Department of Performing Arts and Film, Makerere University. To achieve this objective, a qualitative case study approach was employed, utilizing questionnaires and purposive sampling methods targeting alumni from the 2019/2020 and 2020/2021 academic years. The findings revealed that modern technology, particularly in editing and camera operation, significantly enhances teaching and learning, with 90% of alumni rating editing software skills as highly aligned with industry needs. However, gaps in training for sound and lighting (only 30% and 35% of alumni received instruction, respectively), outdated equipment (40%), limited equipment availability (20%), inadequate training (25%), and poor internet connectivity (10%) hinder effective integration. These challenges limit graduates’ preparedness for the diverse skill set required in the film industry. Alumni proposed strategies such as upgrading equipment, establishing a functional studio, enhancing practical training, fostering industry partnerships, and improving infrastructure. The study recommends that the department prioritize equipment upgrades, expand practical training opportunities, strengthen faculty training, secure external funding, and promote collaborative learning to better align film courses with industry demands and enhance graduate employability.
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    Verbal and nonverbal communication cues in teaching : a case study of the Department of Linguistics, English Language Studies and Communication Skills at Makerere University
    (Makerere University, 2025) Namulondo, Leah Tezita
    This dissertation describes and analyzes the verbal and nonverbal communication cues in teaching at the Department of Linguistics, English Language Studies and Communication Skills (DLEC) in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Makerere University. It examines the impact of the communication cues on the learning environment and understanding of the students It showcases the impact of these cues on the learning process of the students. In this study, we see how the communication department itself teachers about communication and handles the cues. The research employed the qualitative approach in order to examine the ‘what and why’ of the communication cues used in the teaching at DLEC. The observation method was done during the lectures and interviews on some students were also carried out. This was to get deeper insights and findings about the communication cues used during ELS lectures. Findings showed that verbal and non-verbal communication cues had an impact on the study environment and the learning of the students. Therefore, for effective learning to be done, the verbal and nonverbal cues must be incorporated during teaching.