Metropolitan Journal of Academic and Applied Research (MJAAR)

The Metropolitan Journal of Academic and Applied Research (MJAAR) is a peer-reviewed online journal published monthly. The ISSN for the MJAAR Digital Library is ISSN: 3006-6417 (Online). MJAAR is a highly selective journal that covers a wide range of topics, catering to a broad audience interested in academic and applied research across various fields. MJAAR offers numerous advantages designed to enhance research skills and advance academic careers. Publishing in scholarly journals plays a critical role in career progression within academia. Author Benefits Specific to MJAAR Publications: Fast and Efficient Paper Publishing Process: Authors can expect a smooth and timely publication process. Indexing in Prominent Databases: MJAAR is listed in notable platforms such as Google Scholar, ResearchGate, Scirus, get CITED, and others. Expert Peer Review Panel: We are honoured to have a highly respected team of academic reviewers from leading universities around the world. Open Access Journal: This ensures wide visibility and promotion of your published work. MJAAR is managed by a distinguished Board of Editors and is supported by an international review board comprised of prominent academics and professionals from renowned universities, colleges, and institutions across Africa, the Middle East, and beyond. To ensure the highest quality standards, all manuscripts submitted to MJAAR undergo a stringent review process, which includes blind reviews by one or more members of the international editorial review board, followed by an in-depth evaluation by MJAAR editors. We are committed to supporting our authors in excelling across all areas of academic and applied research.

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The Dialectic of the Social and the Self: Reconciling Cohesion and Self-Actualization in Sociological Theory

Authors: Ahumuza Audrey1 , Asiimwe Isaac Kazaara2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

The tension between social cohesion and individual self-actualization represents a foundational dialectic in sociological theory, with classical and contemporary perspectives often treating these as competing or mutually exclusive dimensions of social life. This study employed a mixed-methods research design integrating systematic theoretical analysis with empirical investigation to examine whether and how this dialectic could be reconciled. The theoretical phase involved critical analysis of how major sociological traditions from Durkheim to contemporary structuration theory conceptualized the relationship between social integration and individual autonomy, revealing persistent theoretical bifurcation between cohesion-privileging and autonomy-privileging frameworks.

The Effect Of Private Sector Funding On The Quality Of Education In Secondary Schools In Buyende District, Uganda.

Authors: Tigatya Grace1 , Kiwanuka Rashid2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

The study examined the effect of private sector funding on the quality of education in secondary schools in Buyende District, Uganda. A cross-sectional survey design was employed with a sample of 120 respondents including teachers, administrators, and district education officers from eight secondary schools. Data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics and Pearson correlation analysis.

The Effect Of Government Funding On The Quality Of Education In Secondary Schools In Buyende District, Uganda.

Authors: Tigatya Grace1 , Kiwanuka Rashid2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

The study examined the effect of government funding on the quality of education in secondary schools in Buyende District, Uganda. A cross-sectional survey design was employed with 120 respondents including teachers, head teachers, and district education officers. Results revealed that inadequate government funding significantly affected educational quality, with 78.

The Algorithmic Atom: How Artificial Intelligence Promotes Individualism and Reconfigures the Social Fabric

Authors: Dr. Arinaitwe Julius1 , Asiimwe Isaac Kazaara2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

Background: Artificial intelligence-driven platforms increasingly mediate social interaction through hyperpersonalized content delivery, raising concerns about their effects on individualism and social cohesion. Despite growing recognition of AI's social impacts, systematic understanding of mechanisms through which algorithmic personalization promotes individualistic orientations and reconfigures traditional social structures remains limited. Objective: This study examined how AI technologies promote individualism and transform social fabric by investigating: (1) mechanisms through which AI personalization algorithms foster individualistic behaviors and worldviews; (2) effects of AI-mediated individualism on community participation, civic engagement, and social solidarity; and (3) differential impacts across demographic groups and cultural contexts.

The Futility of the Social Gaze: Embracing Authentic Living in an Age of Perpetual Judgment

Authors: Dr. Arinaitwe Julius1 , Musiimenta Nancy2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

Background: Contemporary society is characterized by unprecedented levels of social surveillance and judgment, intensified by digital technologies that enable constant observation and evaluation. While philosophical traditions have long recognized the tensions between social conformity and authentic living, limited empirical research has examined how perpetual judgment specifically constrains autonomy and well-being in digitally connected populations. Objective: This study examined the impact of perpetual social judgment on individual authenticity and psychological well-being, investigating the mechanisms through which the social gaze operates and identifying conditions that enable authentic living in contemporary contexts.

From Seasonal Saving to Sustained Investment: Breaking the Cycle of Festive Expenditure in Uganda

Authors: Dr. Arinaitwe Julius1 , Asiimwe Isaac Kazaara2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

Background: Uganda's economic transformation agenda emphasizes household wealth creation and sustained investment, yet a persistent pattern of seasonal saving followed by festive depletion undermines these objectives. Despite increased financial inclusion rates reaching 58% by 2024, Ugandan households continue to accumulate savings throughout the year only to exhaust these reserves during festive periods, particularly Christmas, creating a cyclical barrier to long-term investment and financial resilience. Objective: This study examined the patterns, determinants, and consequences of seasonal saving and festive expenditure behaviors among Ugandan households, and identified effective strategies for transitioning from cyclical festive spending to sustained long-term investment practices.