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Evaluation User’s Satisfactions and Obstacles with Federal University Lokoja, Library, Kogi State, Nigeria
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, December 2022
Pages:
61-65
Received:
10 June 2022
Accepted:
28 June 2022
Published:
20 July 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220602.11
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Abstract: The study uses quantitative research method and survey design was also adopted. The study was guided by four (4) research questions. The populations of this study comprises of all students that are available in the library that very hours of administering the questionnaires. The library accommodates approximately about 150 students. Therefore, 150 questionnaires were distributed to the population of the study whereas 120 questionnaires were duly returned. Descriptive statistics of frequency table, simple percentage were used to analyze the data for this study. The instrument was administered by the researcher. The study shows that, the majority of Federal University Lokoja students are visiting FUL Library. The most visiting students are with 70 (58.4%) of the response which indicates that they always visit FUL Library. Students are using the FUL Library more in reading both their notebook/text book, doing their assignment and as well using e-library. Students are highly satisfied with the available information resources in the FUL Library. Too much noise, inadequate setting facilities/space/place, and lack of WIFI are the most challenges associated with FUL Library followed by staffs are not friendly, rules and regulations/ overdue charges, library opening and closing hour, library services and also erratic power supply. 120 (100%) of the respondents indicate too much noise as the challenges associated with FUL Library, Among the recommendations: The management of FUL, Library should emphasize much on the library sensitization and awareness of the importance of library by organizing student orientation and library week so as to have more students in attendance. More current textbook should be provided and also be weeding those that are outdated so as to help the students in doing their assignment. Maintain high level of currency of their information resources so as to maintain higher level of patronization. Despite the size of the FUL Library is not big since it’s the take up site, both the students sitting area and the students reading area is not far from each other. Therefore, even with this, the library management should educate those staff that they should not be an obstacle to the student by making much noise. They should maintain the level of their noise. Subscribe of the WIFI for the students to able to assess online information resources and services. Library staff should learn to be friendly with students. The library rules and regulations should also be reviewed likewise library opening and closing hour should be reviewed; library services should also be advanced. Provision of library source of power supply either by using its own generator.
Abstract: The study uses quantitative research method and survey design was also adopted. The study was guided by four (4) research questions. The populations of this study comprises of all students that are available in the library that very hours of administering the questionnaires. The library accommodates approximately about 150 students. Therefore, 150 ...
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Secondary School Teachers’ Perceptions on Quality Assurance’s Feedback Reports for Effective Teaching in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania
Christian Mbunga Kissa,
Eugenia Lucas Wandela
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, December 2022
Pages:
66-80
Received:
19 July 2022
Accepted:
1 August 2022
Published:
10 August 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220602.12
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Abstract: The School Quality Assurance (SQA) department has moved from a school inspection approach and so this study assessed how secondary schools perceive the current SQA approach. The main purpose of the study was to get an insight of teachers’ perceptions on the influence of Quality Assurance’s feedback report in improving teaching in Morogoro municipality. The study adopted a qualitative research approach and also employed non-probability sampling specifically purposive sampling to get sample of 15 respondents who met the required characteristic of having experience in both school inspections means the former and the current inspection systems. Simple random sampling method was used to obtain three (3) secondary schools out of twenty three (23) government secondary schools which are found in two (2) wards. The collected data were analyzed descriptively and the findings were organized according to themes. The study was mainly guided by one theory which is Theory X and Theory Y, the analysis and discussion of the research findings revealed that the majority of the interviewed secondary school teachers have positive perceptions on the quality assurance feedback reports that they facilitate their profession growth and improvement of the teaching and learning in secondary schools. Thought challenges that feedback reports encounter such as inequity recommendations comparison with other full resourced secondary school, inedibility of some responses to solve their challenges at the time; SQA Officers take these challenges to the respective authorities to be resolved. The study recommends that; good and strong positive relationship and cooperation between teachers and SQA Officers should be maintained to enable the visit feedback reports enhance pedagogical and other professional skills assistance useful for effective teaching, SQA increase frequency of regular school visits and follow-ups, Provision of educative seminars and reading articles to facilitate professional development and provide school quality assurance feedback reports to responsible and respective stakeholders and resolve in time.
Abstract: The School Quality Assurance (SQA) department has moved from a school inspection approach and so this study assessed how secondary schools perceive the current SQA approach. The main purpose of the study was to get an insight of teachers’ perceptions on the influence of Quality Assurance’s feedback report in improving teaching in Morogoro municipal...
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Some Recommendations and Suggestions on the Methods of Solving Geometrical Problems
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, December 2022
Pages:
81-84
Received:
18 July 2022
Accepted:
25 August 2022
Published:
27 September 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220602.13
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Abstract: Geometrical thinking is concerned with looking at not individual spatial objects, but whole classes of these objects grouped by one or more characteristics. Geometry itself as a science has a millennial history. As a scientific direction, it involves the study of logical connections between concepts with the help of Central consciousness intuition, that is, based on spatial imagination. Geometrical thinking is a very high level of thinking of this abstraction, and therefore it is a combination of spatial thinking, which implies logical thinking, aimed at working with spatial images and establishing the appropriate relationship between these images. The skill of studying geometry is to distinguish different geometric shapes from each other and know their important properties, the relationship between individual elements, draw clear drawings of a simple geometrical state, understand it and call the corresponding conclusions in their imagination on this drawing, solve the problems of constructing and calculating lengths, squares, volumes and their parts, dimensions of the elements, as well as The article gives some recommendations on the development of mathematical thinking, creative compensation of students on solving problems on the subject of geometry.
Abstract: Geometrical thinking is concerned with looking at not individual spatial objects, but whole classes of these objects grouped by one or more characteristics. Geometry itself as a science has a millennial history. As a scientific direction, it involves the study of logical connections between concepts with the help of Central consciousness intuition,...
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An Intranet-Based E-learning System for Curriculum Delivery in Rural Settings
Franklin Ademola Ajibodu,
Zacchaeus Adesakin Adetona,
Odunayo Esther Oduntan
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, December 2022
Pages:
85-95
Received:
16 September 2022
Accepted:
18 October 2022
Published:
28 October 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220602.14
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Abstract: Electronic media can be used to provide an effective means of curriculum delivery, enhancing learners experience using e-learning. In a rural setting, the Internet often proves difficult to access and many times inaccessible. This paper focuses on how an e-learning platform can be deployed on an intranet to solve this problem and improve curriculum delivery in rural area settings. An e-learning system of knowledge delivery was developed that provided e-learning service on the intranet of an academic institution of Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, Ogun State, Nigeria. The model was developed using Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment (MOODLE). A network server was used to run the software developed on Moodle platform. A total of eight (8) access points was set up to cover the polytechnic campus and these were connected to the server room via a 24-port Cisco switch. The switch was used to provide interconnectivity to the server and the server room wireless base station. The developed software model was deployed on the server over a wireless network facility to support about 2000 concurrent users (students) on the polytechnic campus. After implementation, the result shows that the developed system promised to positively affect the manner of knowledge delivery on campus which by extension will apply to a rural or remote area and can be adopted by other institutions and colleges having this challenge irrespective of their locations. The developed model can enhance curriculum delivery in rural settings where Internet access is not available.
Abstract: Electronic media can be used to provide an effective means of curriculum delivery, enhancing learners experience using e-learning. In a rural setting, the Internet often proves difficult to access and many times inaccessible. This paper focuses on how an e-learning platform can be deployed on an intranet to solve this problem and improve curriculum...
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Gender Differences in Utilization of Information and Communication Technology Among Students in Library and Information Science
Boma Torukwein David-West,
Joy Nneoma Akameze
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, December 2022
Pages:
96-102
Received:
4 September 2022
Accepted:
26 September 2022
Published:
29 October 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220602.15
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Abstract: Information and communication technologies are very vital for everyday life. It has gained a lot of attention in the education sector. It also carries individual differences in its use and relevant skills. It is utilized in all areas of life for different purposes. The major objective of the study was to investigate how male and female undergraduates of Library and Information Science of University of Port Harcourt utilize Information and Communication Technology for academic and leisure purposes. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The target population comprised of undergraduate students, year 1 to year 4 of the Department of library and Information Science, University of Port Harcourt (2019/2020) session totaling (222). The study implemented the simple random sampling technique procedure. The study sample size was (111) proportionally distributed among all undergraduate’ students of Library and Information Science Department. Questionnaire was used for data collection, (222) copies of questionnaire were administered, 90 were returned which was deemed usable, thereby generating 81.08% response rate. The results were analyzed using mean(x) to answer the research questions and while z-test was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 significant level. The study revealed that there is a significant gender difference in the utilization of ICT among undergraduates of Library and Information Science. Further findings revealed that female use ICT facilities for academic purposes more than their male counterparts. It was recommended among others that students need to effectively and efficiently explore ICT facilities to their advantage academically not for leisure for optimal performance in their studies.
Abstract: Information and communication technologies are very vital for everyday life. It has gained a lot of attention in the education sector. It also carries individual differences in its use and relevant skills. It is utilized in all areas of life for different purposes. The major objective of the study was to investigate how male and female undergraduat...
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Doctoral Liminality and Responsible Conduct Practices in Doctoral Research
Abuya Joshua Olang’o,
Obino Paul Ongany,
Owoche Patrick Oduor
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, December 2022
Pages:
103-108
Received:
22 July 2022
Accepted:
24 October 2022
Published:
31 October 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220602.16
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Abstract: The complexities of doctoral experiences in many postgraduate schools have become insurmountable. Many doctoral students are facing numerous challenges in crossing the concept thresholds along the path towards achieving doctorate degree. With the experience of doctoral studies compared to rite of passage, many doctoral students face periods of confusion and disorientation hence the liminal period in pursuit of doctoral degree. Many doctoral students may find themselves engrained in ethical doctoral research challenges, issues, and dilemmas on a regular basis This paper looks at how doctoral liminality influences responsible conduct practices in doctoral research at Kibabii University, Kenya. The research engaged 13 doctoral candidates and 7 faculty members to evaluate the influence of doctoral liminality on responsible conduct practices in doctoral research. Data collection tools were validated at a content validity index of 0.83 while reliability index was 0.896. Descriptive (mean, frequency percentage and standard deviation) and inferential (in particular, regression) analyses were used. Findings indicate that doctoral liminality has statistically significant influence on responsible conduct practices in doctoral research. This should help higher education stakeholders to reassess the existing ethical research policies and execution frameworks. University managements are advised to pursue exemptional awareness and scrutiny on implementation of ethical practice in doctoral studies.
Abstract: The complexities of doctoral experiences in many postgraduate schools have become insurmountable. Many doctoral students are facing numerous challenges in crossing the concept thresholds along the path towards achieving doctorate degree. With the experience of doctoral studies compared to rite of passage, many doctoral students face periods of conf...
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Evaluation of Fee-Free Primary Education Policy in Tanzania: The Case of Morogoro Municipality-Tanzania
Abdulaziz Hakim Katabazi,
Nashir Adam Kamugisha
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, December 2022
Pages:
109-118
Received:
11 October 2022
Accepted:
28 October 2022
Published:
3 November 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220602.17
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Abstract: In Tanzania, there has several education policies since independence of which the reform has been subject to political, socio-economic and technological demands. The Fee Free Education Policy implementation aimed at sparing parents from paying primary school fees and other contributions. However, parents remained responsible for their children’s school needs like school uniforms, school shoes, stationary and the like. This study evaluates the implementation of fee-free primary education policy focusing on success and challenges in Tanzania. The study used a mixed approach and case study research design. In data collection methods; semi-structured interviews, observations and documentary review were used. The quantitative data were analyzed by the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS), while the qualitative data were analyzed by Free Qualitative Content Analysis (FreeQDA). Findings shows that the implementation of this policy has successfully increased the enrollment in public primary schools. Also, there is strict adherence to school capitation grants guidelines as provided by the government. The policy implementation was found to be facing several challenges, such as insufficient funds, lack of teaching and learning materials and lack of transparency. The study recommends involvement of educational stakeholders, particular teachers before formulating, revising or reforming educational policies as teachers are a the grassroot of policy implementation.
Abstract: In Tanzania, there has several education policies since independence of which the reform has been subject to political, socio-economic and technological demands. The Fee Free Education Policy implementation aimed at sparing parents from paying primary school fees and other contributions. However, parents remained responsible for their children’s sc...
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Doctoral Virtual Supervisory Meeting: Engagement Optimization Strategies
Patrick Oduor Owoche,
Joshua Olang’o Abuya,
Paul Obino Ong’anyi
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, December 2022
Pages:
119-124
Received:
5 August 2022
Accepted:
13 September 2022
Published:
16 November 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220602.18
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Abstract: The emergence of COVID-19 has seen widespread adoption and use of virtual interaction in business, academic, and other areas where hitherto their use was not imaginable just a few years ago. The adoption of virtual interactions has also seen growth in a number of service providers as well as enhancement of the quality of interactions. However, this advancement in virtual technologies does not guarantee their optimal use. This qualitative study’s main purpose was to explore discursive practices that impact virtual meeting experiences as they take place during the course of the doctoral supervisory process in Kenyan universities. The study used media richness theory and channel expansion theory to analyze the affordances of computer-mediated communication presented to the user to conduct virtual meetings. Drawing upon survey and interview transcripts, it was found that the choice of virtual meeting channel was based on the availability of technology and past experience enhanced the perception of the effectiveness of virtual meetings. This study proposes strategies for enhancing the virtual supervisory process based on the media richness theory, channel expansion theory, and research data. The strategy addresses the aspects of management of risks, virtual meeting etiquettes, supervisory relationship, and confidentiality as well as after the meeting follow-up. The proposed strategies will enhance academic interaction and can be used in similar interactions in other fields.
Abstract: The emergence of COVID-19 has seen widespread adoption and use of virtual interaction in business, academic, and other areas where hitherto their use was not imaginable just a few years ago. The adoption of virtual interactions has also seen growth in a number of service providers as well as enhancement of the quality of interactions. However, this...
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