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EFFECT OF TECHNOLOGICAL ADOPTION STRATEGY ON THE PERFORMANCE OF SACCOS IN KENYA
Authors: Kavulya Paul Wambua , Muturi Prof. Willy , Rotich Dr. Gladys , Ogollah Dr. Kennedy 
Published: October 2020

Purpose: To examine the effect of technological adoption strategy on the Performance of SACCOs in KenyaMethodology: The study was a cross-sectional survey with a descriptive research design. This design is appropriate because it is considered suitable for gathering information and generating appropriate conclusions with respect to the research questions. The target population of this study was the 181 authorized deposit taking SACCOs in Kenya that have been in existence for at least the last 5 years SASRA (2014). The firms which have been there for 5 years are considered to have adequate knowledge and have deposit mobilization strategies in place. The number of respondents was 181 CEOs and Business development managers, who are in charge of strategies. The study used questionnaires as the main data collection instrument that contained both open and closed ended questions. Questionnaires were preferred because they are effective data collection instruments that allow respondents to give much of their opinions pertaining to the research problem. Primary data was collected through administering of questionnaires to Members of the SACCOs, senior staff of the SACCOs and Cooperative Ministry/regulatory officials. The study employed descriptive analysis technique on the collected data. Multiple regression analysis was used to establish the relationship between the dependent and independent variables. Results were presented using frequency tables and figures.Results: Correlation analysis showed that technological adoption strategy and performance of Saccos are positively and significantly associated. Regression analysis indicated that technological adoption strategy has a positive and significant effect on performance of Saccos in Kenya. The hypotheses results indicated that there is a significant relationship between technological adoption strategy and performance of Saccos in Kenya. Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: From the study findings, it was recommended that Saccos should lay out procedures and strategies such as product innovation, market innovation, technological innovation and process innovation so as to enhance their penetration in the market. Further, the study recommended the need for the firms to invest in technological advancement by equipping their staff with technical skills and also providing them with the necessary facilities.
FACTORS INFLUENCING THE ADOPTION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING (ERP) SYSTEM IN THE SMES SECTOR
Authors: Kiarie James , Wanyama Mr. Walter 
Published: October 2020

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the factors that influence ERP systems adoption and implementation in SMEs in Kenya.Methodology: The research adopted a descriptive design. The target population was 4560 SMEs in Kenya. A sample size of 87 SMEs was selected. The respondents were identified through probability sampling in the form of stratified sampling. The collection of data was conducted through the use of questionnaires and thereafter data coding was done then followed by data presentation via graphs, tables as well as pie charts. These were then analyzed through both descriptive statistics (frequencies and means as well as inferential statistics (correlations).Results: The findings revealed that organization resources bring about success of ERP related organization change. The findings on the influence of internal factors on ERP system implementation revealed that indeed the internal factors influencing the adoption of ERPs in SMEs in Kenya include; the top management of SMEs, project team constitution as well as the above average knowledge requirements.Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The study recommends that SMEs in Kenya need to put into consideration, continuous introduction of ERP systems. Additionally, the study recommends that the government regulations as well as the other external factors should be aligned in a way that ensures that there is room for companies to explore means of adopting and implementing ERP systems so as to be able attain sustainable competitive advantage.
CHALLENGES OF IMPLEMENTING CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY STRATEGIES BY COMMERCIAL BANKS IN KENYA
Authors: Mbogoh Elizabeth , Ogutu Professor Martin 
Published: October 2020

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to determine the challenges faced by commercial banks in Kenya in implementing corporate social responsibility strategies.Methodology: The research design was descriptive survey design. The population was 43 commercial banks in Kenya. Study was a census that is all the 43 duly licensed and operational commercial banking institutions within the country were used. The data collection instrument was a questionnaire. The data analysis method was quantitative in nature. Descriptive statistics was used. The particular descriptive statistics used were means scores and percentages. The software for analysis was SPSS Version 20.Results: Results indicated that a the macro-environment challenges affecting the implementation of corporate social responsibility strategies by commercial banks were overwhelming poverty, culture of a community and high tax rates. Results also indicated that the industry specific challenges affecting the implementation of corporate social responsibility strategies by commercial banks were: ability of customers to bargain for particular CSR projects and bargaining power of suppliers. Results also indicated that the other challenges affecting the implementation of corporate social responsibility strategies by commercial banks were incompetent human resources and lack of clear guidelines in the bank.Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: Recommendations are that that in order to tackle the challenges faced by commercial banks in Kenya in implementing corporate social responsibility strategies then, the banks should ensure community participation before CSR implementation and the banks should understand the culture of a community. Bank should also ensure that it has structures on CSR implementation and the budgets on CSR should be made to facilitate effective resource allocation. Banks should carry out thorough market analysis on the CSR project. For effective implementation of CSR the government should tackle the problem of overwhelming poverty and high tax rates. The banks should employ competent human resources and give clear guidelines of CSR implementation.
Improving Research Competence Through Practical SPSS Training Among Postgraduate Students in Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) CBD Campus
Authors: Kimani John Githii , Guyo Dr Wario , Rotich Dr. Gladys 
Published: October 2020

Purpose: The purpose of the paper is to assess the effectiveness of the practical SPSS training to students’ research competency among postgraduate students in JKUAT CBD Campus.Methodology: An explanatory research design was used to establish the relationship between practical SPSS training and research competence of students. The population was 173 students and a census of the full population was taken. A questionnaire was administered at the end of the training to capture the pre and post training experience and test the effectiveness of the training. The analysis of the data was conducted through descriptive and inferential statistics. In particular, frequencies, means, standard deviations and paired t-test were used.Results: The post training evaluation results reveal that majority of the respondents had low knowledge in data entry, descriptive statistics, regression and correlation analysis, parametric and non-parametric analysis, and journal article extraction and publication. Results also reveal that the level of knowledge significantly increased after the training. This is supported by the paired t-tests conducted on each aspect of training.Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: It was recommended to the campus director that frequent trainings be organized at the convenience of the campus. It was suggested that university to consider supporting the training financially or the students to be requested to pay a token fee to make the training sustainable. Other financing approaches to enhance sustainability included having the consultant seeking funding from the National Research Fund. It was suggested that the training can be made compulsory for all students undertaking Business Research Methods and points to accrue once they attend the training. The results were useful in theory building as they validated the efficacy of practical training pedagogical approaches.
THE INFLUENCE OF CLASS LEVEL ON PARENTAL DEMANDINGNESS, MALE ADOLESCENT REBELLIOUS BEHAVIOUR AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Authors: Macharia Jane , M. Shikuku Dr. Mulambula 
Published: October 2020

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of class level on PD, male adolescent rebellious behavior and academic performance in public secondary schools in Kiambu district. Methodology: The study used ex-post facto research design. Stratified sampling was used to select the participants in the study. Schools were stratified into single sex and co-education schools. Systematic sampling using the class lists was used to identify the students who constituted the sample. The research instruments were the students’ questionnaire, the deputy principal’s and the teacher counsellor’s interview guide. The sample constituted 240 male students, six deputy principles and six teacher counselors. A pilot study was done to pre-test the research instruments so as to estimate their reliability and validity. Data collected was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The findings were presented using descriptive and inferential statistics. Descriptive statistics included, frequency distribution, means, bar graphs, and tabulated according to the research objectives. Inferential statistics used included Chi Square and pearson correlation to test the hypotheses at 90% and 95% level of confidence; correlation coefficient was used to measure the strength of linear relationship between the variables of the study.Results: Class level was found to have no significant relationship with PD and rebellion but it had a significant relationship with academic performance.Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The study came up with a model that is recommended to schools for adoption by guidance and counselling teachers to help create awareness and understanding to both the students and parents with the aim of improving or bettering their relationship, academic performance and prevent rebellion in public secondary schools.
PRINCIPAL’S TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND TEACHERS’ PERFORMANCE AMONG PUBLIC COUNTY SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN NYANDARUA COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Kariuki John Karoki , Piliyesi Dr. Sr. , Ateka Ms. Florence 
Published: October 2020

Purpose: School performance is a global issue. There is a great need for the quality education all over the world. To achieve this, school leadership and teachers’ performance have been put to focus. In this quintessence, the study aimed at establishing the influence of the transformational leadership on the teachers’ performance in public county schools in Nyandarua County. Methodology: The study used both qualitative and quantitative research approaches. The cross-sectional survey and the phenomenology design were used to collect the data. Stratified, simple random sampling was employed to select the schools while stratified and systematic random was used to select the teachers and the students. Academic deans, the principals of selected schools and Education County Director were automatically included. Data was collected using questionnaires, document analysis guide and interview guide. Qualitative and quantitative data were concurrently collected and analysed. Descriptive (frequencies, percentage, mean and standard deviation) and inferential statistics (independent t-test, ANOVA) methods were used to analyse the quantitative data. Findings: The study upheld the non-maleficence, benefice and truthfulness as the research ethics requires. The study found that principal scored lowest in individualised consideration. The study concluded that teachers’ performance was important for the school perfomance and principals play key roles in the enhancement of teachers’ performance especially through challenging teachers by their actions. Unique contribution to the theory, practice and policy: The study recommended that principals should challenge teachers with their performance. The county should have induction training at school level for the newly emplored teachers.
Principal’s Computer Application Skills as a Determinant of Computer Use in Administration of Public Secondary Schools in Kiambu County, Kenya
Authors: Njathi Samuel N. , Ngaruiya Dr. Boniface , Maithya Dr. Paul 
Published: October 2020

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to establish the relationship that existed between principals’ computer application skills and computer use in administration of public secondary schools in Kiambu County. Computer use in schools administration is a contemporary issue in the improvement of quality leadership in schools. The study was triggered by the need for effective leadership in schools which would lead to improved academic performance in Kiambu County.Methodology: The study adopted descriptive survey research design. The target population for this study was all the 307 principals of public secondary schools in Kiambu County. The study sample comprised of 205 principals which translated to 67% of the target population. Simple random and purposive sampling techniques were used in the selection of the respondents. A questionnaire was used for data collection. Relationship between the two variables under study was established by use of spearman rho. Pearson’s Chi- square test of independence with the help of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) was used to test the null hypotheses. Findings: The study found out that principals’ possession of computer skills influenced the use of computers among school principals. Unique contribution to the theory, practice and policy: The study recommended provision of computer skill courses relevant to administration work, and ICT technical support to advise school principals on usage and maintenance of computers and review of both teacher preparation and staff development programs to ensure that universities and Teacher Training Colleges provide pre-service and in-service training programs to enable school principals to successfully use computers carrying out administrative tasks. The study further recommended that the government should develop a policy framework for training all educators/education officers on computers and ICT applications in Schools.
PEDAGOGICAL STRATEGIES AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF STUDENTS IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN UGANDA
Authors: Ludigo Harriet , Mugimu C. B. , Mugagga A. M. 
Published: October 2020

Purpose: This study analysed the relationship between pedagogical strategies and academic achievement of students in public universities in Uganda. Specifically, the study analysed the relationship between student-centred, teacher-centred and teacher-student pedagogical strategies with academic achievement of students.Methodology: The study adopted a correlational design and data were collected using a questionnaire on a sample of 383. Quality control of data was ensured by carrying out Confirmatory Factor Analysis and calculating Cronbach’s alpha. Data analysis involved descriptive and inferential analyses.Findings: Regression results revealed that the student-centred strategy had a positive and significant influence on academic achievement of students but the teacher-centred and teacher-student interaction strategies did not. Therefore, the student-centred pedagogical strategy is essential for academic achievement of students, the teacher-centred pedagogical strategy is less affective teaching strategy for academic achievement of students and the teacher-student pedagogical strategy is not the most important teaching strategy for academic achievement of students.Contribution to policy, practice and policy: The study suggests that lecturers in the universities should prioritise the student-centred pedagogical strategy when teaching students, should give least priority to teacher-centred pedagogical strategy when teaching students, and should not over prioritise the teacher-student pedagogical strategy when carrying teaching of students.
Influence of Parental Involvement on Learning Outcomes at Public Early Childhood Centres in Nairobi City County, Kenya
Authors: Nyakundi Orpha , Nyagah Grace , Kalai Jeremiah , Munayi Simon 
Published: October 2020

Purpose: Parental support is essential in achieving pupils’ learning outcomes. The purpose of this article is to discuss how parental involvement in pupils’ learning programmes influences pupils’ learning outcomes. The study was conducted in public Early Childhood centres in Nairobi City County, Kenya, to investigate the influence of parental involvement in pupils’ learning programmes on children’s learning outcomes. The problem is that, despite that parents have a responsibility and an influence in the education of their children, not all parents are involved in the learning programmes at the early childhood centres. The objectives of the study were to assess the extent of parental involvement in pupils’ learning programmes and to determine the influence of parental involvement in children’s learning programmes on learning outcomes.Methodology: The study employed descriptive survey targeting the 21 public stand-alone early childhood education centres, 2243 children aged 3-5 years, 21 head teachers and all teachers at the learning centres. Quantitative and qualitative data was collected by using structured interview schedules for head teachers, closed questionnaires for teachers and document analysis guide to process pupils’ learning outcomes (performance). Records of Pupils of PP1 and PP2 levels from each centre were simple randomly sampled for review. By purposive sampling, 48 teachers were sampled, at least one teacher for each of the levels from the 21 institutions. The study employed, means, percentages and the coefficients in the analysis of the data.Findings: The study revealed that 38.1 percent of the learning centres had parents who gave less than 50 percent of the expected support and that centres that involved parents in the learning programmes had higher learning outcomes. The conclusion is that parental involvement in the education of their children leads to high learning outcomes.Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The study recommended that The County Government should develop and implement a policy to support establishment and enforcement of a framework through which parents can work in partnership with the teachers at the learning centres. There is need for government instituted structures for sensitization of the parents on their role in the education of their children.
PENGARUH PROFITABILITAS, STRUKTUR KEPEMILIKAN KUALITAS AUDITOR TERHADAP KETEPATAN WAKTU PELAPORAN KEUANGAN PADA PERUSAHAAN PERBANKAN YANG TERDAFTAR DI BURSA EFEK INDONESIA TAHUN 2014-2016
Authors: Nurniati Dita , . Sarsiti 
Published: October 2020

The Industrial Revolution 4.0 is an opportunity for the banking industry in Indonesia to be more innovative in providing excellent service to all customers. Service innovation in the use of information technology encourages banks to enter the era of digital banking services. The purpose of this study is to determine the development of digital banking industry services in Indonesia. The rapid development of digital banking technology is a new challenge for the banking world. The banking industry as a service industry that is developing and capable of driving Indonesia's economic growth is faced with two choices, namely adopting digital technology so that banks can survive or remain conventional, but slowly die.
On spaces of periodic functions with wavelet transforms
Authors: Kalita Baby , Singh Sunil Kumar 
Published: October 2020

Some boundedness results for the wavelet transform on $F_p([0,1]^n)$ and $F_p^*([0,1]^n)$, the spaces of periodic test functions, are obtained. The wavelet transform is also studied on generalized Sobolev space $B^\kappa_p([0,1]^n)$.
Can on-farm animal welfare explain relative production differences between dairy herds?
Authors: Frondelius L , Jauhiainen L , Niskanen O , Mughal M , Sairanen A 
Published: October 2020

AbstractThe aim of this study was to investigate factors responsible for between-herd variation in milk production, when genetic variation is controlled. Quantitative information regarding farms’ production environment and animal welfare, as evaluated annually by veterinarians and health and feeding records, were the factors studied. Principal component analysis was used to reduce the production environment variables as well as the welfare data. Two linear regression models were devised. The first model used welfare indicators and veterinary treatments to predict the difference between herds’ observed and potential milk yield. The second model explained the residual of the first model by feeding and animal-based indicator data. Together, these two models explained 62% of the variance in milk yield differences between herds. Specifically, feeding of the herd was the most important factor, accounting for 67%, followed by the production environment/animal welfare (30%) and finally animal health, assessed through veterinary treatments, explained the remaining 3% of the variance. A poor welfare rating adversely affected milk production. Similarly, a low score for fatness at slaughter, poor milk quality and high mortality all showed a clear negative association with production. It was found that while feeding remains a major factor, production environment and animal welfare also have significant roles to play when it comes to production. Notably, those farms with major animal welfare problems were shown to display milk yield below the Finnish average.
Analysis of Female Interest in Maritime Education at Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy Varna and at the Faculty of Maritime Studies, University of Split
Authors: Belev Blagovest , Jelić Mrčelić Gorana , Jurić Zdeslav , Karin Ivan 
Published: October 2020

The promotion of gender equality and women’s empowerment is one of the main goals of the United Nations. The aim of this study is to analyze the gradual change of conservative perceptions about the role of women in shipping. Maritime education and training institutions are fully involved in the process. The Nikola Vaptsarov Naval Academy and the Split University’s Faculty of Maritime Studies are a part of this process of general change in human attitude towards the acceptance of women on merchant ships. Data on female admittance and graduation are collected by both academies. In the period examined, i.e. 2012 – 2018, 129 women were enrolled at and 60 graduated from the NVNA. 281 women were enrolled at and 68 graduated from the Faculty of Maritime Studies. The attitudes of female candidates at the academy Nikola Vaptsarov were studied by means of a questionnaire. The growing number of female candidates at Nikola Vaptsarov’s Navigation, Ship Engineering and Electrician studies proves that a competitive environment was created on a completely new basis, namely the ability of women to work at an equal footing with men in a purely male-dominated profession. This paper opens the door to future research of the recruitment market required to establish the reasons behind skepticism about women on board and the ways to overcome this conservative line of thinking.