The Effectiveness of Signages Found on the North Campus of University of Education, Winneba, Ghana

Abstract

The study sought to examine the effectiveness of signages found on the north campus of University of Education, Winneba. This was done through the exploration of the behaviour, perspectives and experiences of the people under study, using questionnaire and participant observation as the primary tools for data collection from 100 participants. The purposive sampling method was adopted for the study to obtain a reliable representation of the population made up mainly of abled and students with disabilities who ply the North Campus of the university for lectures and residency. The study revealed that 45% of respondents disagreed with 15% strongly disagreeing thatsignages on the North Campus were readable, therefore not communicating the intended message. 60% of respondents agreed signages were accessible; however, they should come with an audio system and braille to serve students and persons with disability. Lastly, 70% found the messages on the signages were not clear, thus no message was delivered to the target; this was due to readability of the size of the fonts used.  It is, therefore, recommended that;a survey should be carried out to capture the views and needs of the intended targets of the signages on the various campuses to gain a better understanding of their needs. These should be implemented while designing subsequent signages. Additionally, coordinated way-finding systems, such as pictograms and audios that transmit information through receivers to individuals, should be provided to aid persons with disabilities.