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Effects of Mass University Enrolment on Non-Academic Activities: The Case of the University of Nairobi, Kenya
Paul A. Odundo,
Japheth Origa,
Isaiah Nyandega,
Boniface Ngaruiya
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 2, March 2015
Pages:
51-59
Received:
27 January 2015
Accepted:
10 February 2015
Published:
16 February 2015
Abstract: Public universities in Kenya have recorded high enrolment rates in the past two decades due to pressure from the expanded primary and secondary education and increased demand for university education among the working population. At the University of Nairobi, the rapid growth of student population has resulted in a number of challenges, including inadequacy of physical, human and financial resources. Recognizing the critical contribution of non-academic activities such as administrative procedures, financial governance and student quality of life, to academic performance and research achievements in any university, this study investigated the impact of high student enrolments (referred to in this paper as massification) on non-academic activities at the University of Nairobi. The study used both primary and secondary data; primary data were collected through in-depth interviews with university staff, whereas secondary data were obtained from departmental records and key policy documents. The study found that massification had resulted in numerous administrative challenges, financial and governance challenges, and affected the quality of on-campus life for students due to overstretched accommodation, health, catering and games facilities. To address the challenges, the university implemented a number of initiatives including, devolution of funds to cost centres, double-decking and universal computerization to increase efficiency. The study recommends the need for more responsive administrative structures.
Abstract: Public universities in Kenya have recorded high enrolment rates in the past two decades due to pressure from the expanded primary and secondary education and increased demand for university education among the working population. At the University of Nairobi, the rapid growth of student population has resulted in a number of challenges, including i...
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Effective Classroom Management Skills in Physical Education at Institute of Teacher Education
Mohd Taib Harun,
Maslawati Mohamad,
Muhammad Akbar Zahidi
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 2, March 2015
Pages:
60-63
Received:
13 November 2014
Accepted:
21 November 2014
Published:
2 March 2015
Abstract: This study was about effective classroom management skills in physical education at institute of teacher education (ITE). The purpose of this study was to review effective classroom management skills in physical education for student participation at ITE. Besides, this study is implemented to identify how to deal with classroom management strategies with the focus on communication, behavior challenges, and discipline at ITE. It is important to identify how to keep our young students involved in physical education at ITE. It is not only important for their future but for the instructor to have control of such a large class. The research design was quantitative using a set of questionnaire. Then, it was analyzed by using SPSS 24.0. Next, the participants in this study were 112 physical education lecturers from 17 ITEs. All subjects were chosen according to their field of expertise and grade level. Participants agreed to be observed teaching and to also fill out a survey. Based on the findings, most of the lecturers responded that they strongly agree with the positive classroom management techniques and strongly disagree with the negative classroom management techniques at ITE. In conclusion, the study results showed that lecturers who utilized positive classroom management techniques were more likely to solicit cooperation from their students and felt less job stress.
Abstract: This study was about effective classroom management skills in physical education at institute of teacher education (ITE). The purpose of this study was to review effective classroom management skills in physical education for student participation at ITE. Besides, this study is implemented to identify how to deal with classroom management strategie...
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The Validity and Reliability of Assessment for Learning (AfL)
Erwin Akib,
Mohamed Najib Abdul Ghafar
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 2, March 2015
Pages:
64-68
Received:
20 February 2015
Accepted:
2 March 2015
Published:
6 March 2015
Abstract: Assessment for learning is a new perspective on the assessment system in education. The traditional practice is for evaluating outcomes is an Assessment of Learning. However, new perspective proposes that assessment should be included in the process of learning, that is Assessment for Learning. This main objective of this study is to investigate the validity and reliability of Assessment for Learning. This study used the quantitative survey design, carried out in Indonesia using the proportional stratified random sampling method involving 100 lecturers. It was conducted at University Muhammadiyah of Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. The data were analyzed using: t-test, anova, and chi-square. The instrument validity and reliability were determined using Rash model analysis. The finding shows that the validity and reliabity of each construct of Assessment for Learning has a high level.
Abstract: Assessment for learning is a new perspective on the assessment system in education. The traditional practice is for evaluating outcomes is an Assessment of Learning. However, new perspective proposes that assessment should be included in the process of learning, that is Assessment for Learning. This main objective of this study is to investigate th...
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Financial Supervision and Staff Motivation as Institutional Variables for Predicting Agricultural Education Lecturers’ Teaching Effectiveness in Nigeria Universities
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 2, March 2015
Pages:
69-81
Received:
10 February 2015
Accepted:
27 February 2015
Published:
17 March 2015
Abstract: This study was conducted to determine the extent to which institutional variables of financial supervision and staff motivation predict teaching effectiveness of Agricultural Education lecturers in Nigerian universities. Four null hypotheses were formulated on the basis of the independent variables of financial supervision, motivation, nature of teaching and the combined effect of the institutional variables respectively to guide the study. A 45-item questionnaire was structured to obtain data for the study. A survey research design was adopted for the study. A sample of 68 Agricultural Education lecturers was selected for the study using stratified sampling technique. The Pearson Product Movement Correlation and multiple regressions were the statistics used in data analysis. The results of the study revealed among others, that teaching effectiveness of Agricultural Education lecturers in Nigerian universities was significantly higher with respect to teachers’ self-control, classroom design techniques, teaching of appropriate behaviour and student-teacher relationship. Also, the combined effect of institutional variables of financial management supervision, staff motivation, and student teacher – relationship were significant predictors of Agricultural Education lecturers’ teaching effectiveness. It was recommended among others that the Nigerian Government and university administration should provide appropriate motivation and adequate funds for Agricultural Education programmes.
Abstract: This study was conducted to determine the extent to which institutional variables of financial supervision and staff motivation predict teaching effectiveness of Agricultural Education lecturers in Nigerian universities. Four null hypotheses were formulated on the basis of the independent variables of financial supervision, motivation, nature of te...
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Evaluation of the Extent of Utilization of Electronic Library Resources and Services by Undergraduate Students in University of Calabar Library, Calabar – Nigeria
Bassey Ruth Simon,
Odu James Ogom
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 2, March 2015
Pages:
82-89
Received:
20 March 2015
Accepted:
3 April 2015
Published:
17 April 2015
Abstract: An evaluation of the extent of utilization of electronic Library resources and services by undergraduate students in the University of Calabar, Nigeria, was carried out. The survey research design was used in this study whose population consisted of all registered undergraduate library users in the 2013/2014 academic session. Accidental sampling technique was used to select 300 respondents out of a total population of 4, 211 registered users. Questionnaire and direct observation were the instruments used for data collection. The data generated was analysed using descriptive statistics (simple percentage). The study revealed that the respondents became aware of the e-library mostly through library management efforts involving directional signs, freshmen orientation and library use education programme among others. The study further reported varying degrees of frequency and extent of utilization of, as well as increase duration of usage which could be attributed to some improvements in the development and provision of EIRS in services over the years. Benefit of the e-library facility as indicated by respondents ranged from academic to social networking, with attendant challenges of slow speed of internet access, inadequate numbers of computers, irregular power supply among others. The impact of e-library was revealed to include: global access to relevant resources, ease of communication, and increase in level of academic achievement among others.It was recommended in the study that there should be a holistic user education programme for library users, the number of computers in the e-library should be increased, e-library staff should be trained with the requisite technical skills to manage the resources effectively and the directorate of ICT should ensure improve internet access and networking within the University Community.
Abstract: An evaluation of the extent of utilization of electronic Library resources and services by undergraduate students in the University of Calabar, Nigeria, was carried out. The survey research design was used in this study whose population consisted of all registered undergraduate library users in the 2013/2014 academic session. Accidental sampling te...
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Mathematics Teaching in Primary Education Series Initials: Training in Focus
Arnaldo Gonçalves Matos,
Heber Cruz Silva,
Paulo Henrique Dantas Freitas,
Rafael Frois da Silva,
Fernanda Carla Lima Ferreira
Issue:
Volume 4, Issue 2, March 2015
Pages:
90-93
Received:
23 March 2015
Accepted:
7 April 2015
Published:
17 April 2015
Abstract: This work aims to analyze the (s) factor (s) which hinders (m) the learning of students entering the 6th grade of elementary school, there is a lag in terms of mathematical knowledge, especially in the four operations that are important to the understanding of other subjects such as operations with exponents etc. And one motive among many is related by the lack of trained professionals to practice math teacher role in the initial series. In the early series, professionals engaged in teaching have training in teaching degree in pedagogy. However, these early have a very diverse curriculum grades, leaving this way disciplines like mathematics in superficiality, as can be seen in pedagogy course grid Federal University of Para which only has a discipline called Theoretical and Methodological Foundations of Mathematics with 60 hours of activity. For this work, we used a literature review of articles and books that mentioned issues related to teaching in the initial series of basic education. The results indicated that some professionals, particularly pedagogues, do not have a solid background to teach the math classes, so it is recommended that the degree courses in pedagogy review their curriculum grades to meet the needs of students in the early of elementary school.
Abstract: This work aims to analyze the (s) factor (s) which hinders (m) the learning of students entering the 6th grade of elementary school, there is a lag in terms of mathematical knowledge, especially in the four operations that are important to the understanding of other subjects such as operations with exponents etc. And one motive among many is relate...
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