ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Extent of Utilizing Electrical Equipment in Poultry Production in Ebonyi State
Author: Ogba, E. I.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Agricultural Production,Animal Husbandry,Electronic Equipment,Use Studies,Extension Agents,Agricultural Occupations,Operations Research,Rural Areas,Costs,Program Attitudes,Occupational Surveys,Questionnaires

This study was designed to investigate the extent of utilizing electrical equipment in poultry production in the rural areas of Ebonyi State, Nigeria. A survey research design was adopted for the study. Three research questions guided the study. The population for the study was 46 respondents comprising 16 Extension agents and 30 Poultry farmers. There was no sampling because of small population of the respondents. The instrument was validated by 3 experts, two in Vocational Agricultural Education unit of Technology and Vocational Education Department and one in measurement and evaluation of science Education Department, in the same faculty and university. Cronbach alpha reliability coefficient of the instrument was 0.82 which was good enough for the study. The instrument was administered to the respondents with the help of three research assistants in the three agricultural zones in the state. The data collected were analyzed using mean score and standard deviations. The study revealed (1) That 13 out of 18 electrical equipment items assessed are available in the poultry farms while 5 out of 18 electrical incubating equipment were not available. (2) That all the electrical watering and brooding equipment for poultry production were affordable. (3)That all the electrical feeding equipment was adequate for poultry production in all the farms as stated by the respondents among the recommendation made was that poultry farmers need to form cooperative society in order to procure necessary electrical equipment in their farms.
Impact of Instructional Resources on Mathematics Performance of Learners with Dyscalculia in Integrated Primary Schools, Arusha City, Tanzania
Author: Yusta, Nyudule
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Mathematics Instruction,Learning Disabilities,Elementary School Students,Statistical Analysis,Questionnaires,Sampling,Administrator Attitudes,Teacher Attitudes,Teaching Methods,Educational Resources,Foreign Countries,Check Lists,Instructional Materials,Elementary School Teachers,Computer Software,Access to Computers,Radio,Audio Equipment,Visual Aids,Instructional Effectiveness,Mathematics Achievement,Qualitative Research

Learners with dyscalculia in the integrated primary schools in Arusha have been performing poorly in the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE). Thus, the journal sought to investigate the impact of instructional resources on mathematics performance of learners with dyscalculia in integrated primary schools found in Arusha city, Tanzania. The main objective of the study were to identify types of instructional resources used by teachers who teach mathematics in integrated schools and to find out the adequacy of instructional resources used to teach Mathematics in integrated schools. The study employed a descriptive design, which was involved with generalized statistics that were abstracted from respondents. The target population was 92 respondents who included head teachers and subject teachers from four schools. A sample size of 52 respondents was obtained through the use of purposive sampling. A questionnaire was used as a major data collection instrument that was administered to head teachers and teachers, and a screening tool checklist complemented it. Data analysis was done manually and computed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Descriptive statistics was applied to present the findings. The findings revealed that graphic and realia resources to be the most commonly used by teachers. The study also established that all the five main types of instructional resources namely audio, visual, audio-visual, graphic and realia resources were either inadequate or lacking. The study recommends that Government should provide computers and computer software, mathematic kit, radio cassettes and tape recorders which are vital instructional materials in primary schools to enhance effective teaching and learning mathematics. Also, Ministry of Education and Culture should take responsibility in providing instructional resources to schools.
Teaching Excellence and Innovative Practices: A Case Study of National Awardee Teachers of India
Author: Sengupta, Aparajita
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Case Studies,Educational Innovation,Educational Quality,Reflection,Educational Practices,Questionnaires,Interviews,Awards,Teacher Effectiveness,Learning Processes

Aim: The study intended to identify the contributions of the National awardee teachers to the teaching learning process through their teaching excellence and innovative practices which can act as exemplary model for the entire teaching community. Method: Attempts has been made to carry out a qualitative study where two selected cases are based on exemplary model. The researcher selected the National Awardee teachers who are given recognition by the Ministry of Human Resource and Development (MHRD) and are nationally accepted as the best or outstanding teacher in his area of work. The sampling was purposive with the sample size as two. Tools: Non-standardized tools--questionnaire and interview; developed by the researcher were used for the study. Findings of the study reveal that whatever maybe the innovative practice it is very important how that practice is implemented to groom and nurture the talent and potential of the learners. Findings: The National awardee teachers emphasized that there should be use of critical pedagogy with the aim being holistic development of the learners. Along with constant reflection and self-evaluation by teachers, their social activeness also plays an important role in their professional development.
Regime Changes and Uprisings in the Middle East and Parts of North Africa: Some Lessons to Be Learnt
Author: Muftau, Rufai
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Social Change,Death,Living Standards,Violence,Futures (of Society),Social Action,Political Power,Foreign Countries,Islam,Religious Factors,Governance,Crime,Poverty,Civil Rights,Foreign Policy

The event leading to the death of Mohammed Bouzazi in Tunisia in 2009 brought to light the dehumanized conditions which an average Tunis had been subjected to at the hands of the Tunisian government. The death of Bouzazi lead to street protests and demonstrations by thousands of demonstrators, calling for political reforms, free speech, improved conditions of living, etc, in Tunisia. As a result of this, the regime of Zine El Abidine Ben Ali came to an end. With this success, citizens of other neighbouring countries in North Africa that had similar problems went to the streets asking for reform changes in their countries. These countries include Egypt, Libya, Syria, Yemen, Bahrain, etc. What later on followed is now history. Therefore, in this work, an overview of the events that led to the uprisings in the affected countries would be looked into. The aftermaths of these uprisings are no doubt what one should ponder upon. This is with a view to analysing the lessons to be learnt from these uprisings so as to avoid a repeat of it in future. Therefore, recommendations are made, followed by a concluding remark of the work.
Some Viable Techniques for Assessing and Counselling Cognitive Processing Weakness
Author: Haruna, Abubakar Sadiq
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Cognitive Processes,Counseling,Counseling Techniques,Attention,Memory,Visualization,Evaluation,Counseling Effectiveness

Cognitive Processing weakness (CPW) is a psychological problem that impedes students' ability to learn effectively in a normal school setting. Such weakness may include; auditory, visual, conceptual, sequential, speed and attention processing. This paper therefore examines the basic assessment or diagnostic approaches such as Diagnosis by Inclusion Approach, I.Q. Discrepancy Approach and Intrinsic Processing Approach. Some effective counselling techniques examined include Free Association, Brainstorming, Responsive Listening Technique and Cognitive Restructuring. Recommendations offered suggest early diagnosis of students and use of viable techniques for counselling students with Cognitive processing weakness.
Relationship between Teachers' Perception of Causes of Challenging Behaviour and the Choice of Management Strategies among Learners with Autistic Spectrum Disorders
Author: Khasakhala, Edward
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Autism,Pervasive Developmental Disorders,Etiology,Teacher Attitudes,Behavior Problems,Behavior Modification,Student Behavior,Social Influences,Elementary School Teachers,Check Lists,Questionnaires,Interviews,Observation,Documentation,Content Analysis,Correlation,Mental Health,Biology,Environmental Influences,Humanism,Multivariate Analysis

The ministry of Public Health and Sanitation in Kenya together with ministry of Education recognizes that mental well being is important in psychosocial well being and cognitive development of children. They point out that learners with emotional and behavioural problems may engage in truancy, delinquency, drug and substance abuse and other anti-social behaviour. If not addressed these problems may lead to poor academic performance, school dropout as well as criminal and antisocial behaviour. Teachers Perception of the causes of challenging behaviour may influence the way they respond to and manage challenging behaviour presented by learners with developmental disabilities. However, there is relatively dearth of research into this area. Little is known about how their perception of causes of challenging behaviour may influence the choice of management strategies. The purpose of the present study was to establish the relationship between teacher's perception of causes of challenging behaviour and the choice of management strategies. Descriptive survey and correlation research design were adopted for the present study since they have been established as the best research paradigm for investigating behaviour. The study involved 106 teachers teaching in public primary schools that had learners with ASDs. The study used checklists, questionnaires, interview schedules, observation checklists, and document analysis guide. Ethical approval was sought from Maseno University. The perception of causes of challenging behaviour was moderately correlated to the choice of management strategies such as sociological factors and social stories, (r = 0.521, p&lt;0.01) and sociological factors and TEACCH strategy ( r= 0.435, p&lt;0.01). Efforts to be made by schools to address the teachers' perception of causes of challenging behaviour as it has an influence on their choice of management strategies.
Relationship between Personality Types and Career Choices of Undergraduate Students: A Case of Moi University, Kenya
Author: Kemboi, Rebecca J. Kimongo
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Undergraduate Students,Personality,Career Choice,Student Surveys,Correlation,Student Satisfaction,Vocational Interests,Interest Inventories,Occupational Aspiration,Personality Theories,Questionnaires,Mixed Methods Research

This study investigated the relationship between personality types and career choices of undergraduate students of Moi University. In Kenya, students are allowed to revise their career choices at various levels of education before they settle on one course of study in the University. The process of choosing careers begins in form three where students selects subject that would lead them to specific career. Before the final year in high school they choose University courses they would pursue in the University. After the releases of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination results, they are allowed to revise their choices. On admission to the University they are given another opportunity to apply for inter-faculty change. Consequently, there is a possibility that students are in career that are not in line with their personality types. The population for the study was undergraduate students admitted by the University Joint Admission Board (JAB). Multi-stage random sampling technique was used to select five schools, and a sample 399 participants. A survey research design was used because the study aimed at assessing relationships among the naturally occurring variables with the goal of identifying predictive relationships. The study was based on John Holland Personality Theory of Career Choice (Holland, 1997). The study used Questionnaires adapted from Holland's Self-Directed Search (SDS) to sort out student's personality types, and Holland's Occupational Finder checklist was used to categorize degree programmes into career choices according to Holland's Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising and Conventional (RIASEC) model. A reliability of 0.86 of the instruments was established through a pilot study in two non-sampled degree programmes. The data collected were analysed descriptively by use of frequency tables and figures. Chi-square was used to test the null hypothesis at level of significance of 0.5. Results indicated that there was a relationship between personality types, and career choice. The study also found that most of the students (73.3%) are satisfied with their course of study. Research findings will enhance the understanding of personality types on career planning, development and career guidance and counselling in both secondary school and the University. An appropriate career choice for students would enhance satisfaction and success in their course of study and future employment.
Technical and Vocational Education in Nigeria: Issues, Challenges and a Way Forward
Author: Okoye, Reko
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Vocational Education,Educational Assessment,Educational Practices,Educational Finance,Financial Problems,Educational Facilities,Brain Drain,Staff Development,Teacher Persistence,Curriculum Development,Politics of Education,Change Strategies

Technical education, as enshrined in the Nigerian national policy on education, is concerned with qualitative technological human resources development directed towards a national pool of skilled and self reliant craftsmen, technicians and technologists in technical and vocational education fields. In Nigeria, the training of technical personnel has witnessed many challenges ranging from policies which have no beaming with our problems, curriculum that has little or no relationship with workplace and social needs, embezzlement of fund meant for education development purposes, lack of teacher motivation, inadequate facilities, inadequate funding, brain drain, poor staff training, bribery and corruption. This paper intends to critically examine some of the issues, challenges and way forward of technical, vocational education and training(TVET) in Nigeria and to suggest ways of improving the teaching and learning of technical and vocational education with greater interest and enthusiasm.
Inclusion and Classroom Practices in a Swedish School: A Case Study of a School in Stockholm
Author: Biamba, Cresantus
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Young Children,Special Needs Students,Disabilities,Inclusion,Educational Practices,Case Studies,Elementary School Students,Administrator Role,School Role,Teacher Role,Educational Policy,National Curriculum,Teacher Attitudes,Attitudes toward Disabilities,Student Diversity,Attitude Change,Cultural Pluralism,Qualitative Research,Observation,Interviews

The inclusion of young children with special needs with their typically developing peers has been the subject of discussion for more than three decades. There are several compelling reasons to create high-quality inclusive programs for young children with special needs in schools. Most countries supports inclusion and research has shown teachers' ability and success in modifying activities and contexts in such a way that they facilitate the development of young children with special needs. The purpose of this paper is to discuss findings of a small scale study looking at the links between inclusion and classroom practices vis-a-vis the elementary school system in Sweden. The study indicates that local administrators and the school play a pivotal role in making inclusion work. In addition to complying with government requirements, schools and administrators and teachers in early childhood environments set the tone and philosophy of a program. The paper has attempted to look at some questions about effective inclusive education, it is important to gain insight into how inclusive education works.
The Effectiveness of Educational Games on Scientific Concepts Acquisition in First Grade Students in Science
Author: Al-Tarawneh, Mohammad Hasan
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Scientific Concepts,Educational Games,Grade 1,Experimental Groups,Control Groups,Statistical Significance,Teaching Methods,Intermode Differences,Instructional Effectiveness,Achievement Gains,Scientific Literacy,Gender Differences,Foreign Countries

This study aimed at investigating the effectiveness of educational games on scientific concepts acquisition by the first grade students. The sample of the study consisted of (53) male and female students distributed into two groups: experimental group (n = 26) which taught by educational games, and control group (n = 27) which taught by traditional method. To achieve the purpose of the study, the researcher developed a teaching guide included eight educational games, and a test to measure scientific concepts acquisition. Results showed that there were statistically significant differences in students' scientific concepts acquisition due to the method of teaching in favor of the experimental group. Also, there were no statistically significant differences in students' scientific concepts acquisition due to the gender or the interaction between method of teaching and gender. The study recommended using educational games in teaching science in primary education.
Relationship between the Instructional Leadership Behaviors of High School Principals and Teachers' Organizational Commitment
Author: Sarikaya, Nuray
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Instructional Leadership,Principals,High Schools,Teacher Attitudes,Secondary School Teachers,Public Schools,Questionnaires,Likert Scales,Correlation,Multiple Regression Analysis,Prediction,Compliance (Psychology)

The purpose of the current study is to investigate the relationship between the instructional leadership behaviors of high school principals and teachers' perceptions of organizational commitment and to test the extent to which instructional leadership behaviors predict organizational commitment. The study is designed in relational method. The population comprised of secondary school teachers working at public schools located in the European side of Istanbul in 2014-2015 school year. The sampling of the study consists of 441 voluntary teachers from 28 different schools selected by means of simple random sampling method. The data of the study were collected through &quot;School Principals' Instructional Leadership Questionnaire&quot; developed by Sisman (1997) and &quot;Organizational Commitment Scale&quot; developed by Balay (2000). Whether the distribution of the collected data is normal or not was tested using histogram, Q-Q graphs and coefficient of skewness and kurtosis. As the distribution was found to be normal, parametric tests were used. The relationship between instructional leadership behaviors and organizational commitment was analyzed with Pearson-product moment correlation analysis and the extent to which instructional behaviors predict organizational commitment was investigated with multiple linear regression analysis. The findings of the study revealed that the principals most display instructional leadership behaviors involved in the dimension of setting and sharing of school goals and least display the instructional leadership behaviors encompassed by the dimension of supporting and developing teachers. The organizational commitment of the teachers was found to be little at &quot;compliance&quot; dimension and to be medium at &quot;identification&quot; and &quot;internalization&quot; dimensions. As for the adaptation dimension, negative correlation was found between the principals' instructional leadership behaviors and the teachers' organizational commitment and for identification and internalization dimensions, positive and significant correlation was found between the principals' instructional leadership behaviors and the teachers' organizational commitment. It was also found that the &quot;establishment of a well-organized instructional environment and climate&quot; dimension of instructional leadership behaviors significantly predicts the sub-dimensions of organizational commitment.
Confidentiality of Accounting Academics: Consequences of Nonconformity
Author: Amponsah, Emmanuel B.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Foreign Countries,College Faculty,Accounting,Confidentiality,Confidential Records,Student Recruitment,Legal Problems,Costs,Court Litigation,Ethics,Compliance (Legal),Disclosure,Hypothesis Testing,Statistical Analysis,Qualitative Research,Questionnaires

This paper examined ways by which nonconformity to confidentiality among accounting academics could lead to increased-recruitment-and-legal-costs to their employing universities in Ghana that offered accounting degree programmes. With a cross-sectional design, data collected from 1,225 accountants analysed via Cronbach's alpha, differences-between-proportions, and one-way ANOVA revealed that the impact of lack of confidentiality on increased-recruitment-and-legal-costs was not significant. The most outstanding ramification to the nonconformity problem among accounting academics was increase in expensive lawsuits against the universities. Universities must provide rules and regulations as well as incentives to ensure conformance to confidentiality by accounting academics.
Mother-Tongue Interference in the Acquisition of English Articles by L1 Arabic Students
Author: Thyab, Rana Abid
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Journal Articles
Subjects: Arabs,Semitic Languages,Native Language,Interference (Language),Native Speakers,Second Language Learning,English (Second Language),Form Classes (Languages),Contrastive Linguistics,Error Analysis (Language)

Native speakers of Arabic face a number of problems in their attempt to acquire the English language. One of these problems is encountered in their attempt to use English articles. According to earlier studies, learning English articles by students whose mother-tongue is Arabic is one of the most frequent and significant difficulties Arab learners of English come across. This paper supports and highlights such findings. Arab learners of English encounter difficulties in their use of the English articles because of the differences between the article systems in both languages. The Arabic language has an article system that functions differently, the notion of definiteness and indefiniteness are encoded differently than in that of the English language. Given the fact that articles are one of the most frequent words used in the English language, this paper has aimed to pin down such an important issue. The aim of this paper is to pinpoint previous researchers' findings regarding English articles. This is done by illustrating how the differences between the Arabic and English languages in concern to the article system cause Arab learners of English to make mistakes or even errors in their English learning process.