scholarly journals Exploring Gender differences in attitude towards Mathematics at Secondary Level in Pakistan

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tahira Batool ◽  
Sofia Akhter ◽  
Tahira Kalsoom
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Public Sector ◽  
Gender Difference ◽  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Secondary Level ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Attitude Towards Mathematics

This study was aimed to find out the attitude towards mathematics which were communicating gender difference among secondary level students. A quantitative research approach was used to explore gender difference in relation to the attitude towards mathematics among nine graders. Fifty seven public sector schools in Lahore were selected for this research. All nine graders in public sector secondary schools were target population of current study. Eleven hundred and eighty six students were selected through multistage random sampling for present research.  A questionnaire developed by the researcher was used for exploration of gender difference in relation to students’ attitude towards mathematics at secondary level in Pakistan. It was a Lekert Scale with five points on it. The questionnaire was pilot tested and validated by experts. It was found that overall gender difference in attitude towards mathematics did not significantly exists. Therefore, the reason of difficulty in mathematics is needed to be explored for both boys and girls.

scholarly journals Gender Differences in Motivation and Teacher Performance in Core Functions in Kenyan Secondary Schools

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 89-95
Author(s):  
Catherine K. Wanakacha ◽  
Peter J. O. Aloka ◽  
Philip Nyaswa
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Gender Difference ◽  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Extrinsic Motivation ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Mixed Method Research ◽  
University Supervisors ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Reported Data

Abstract This study investigated gender differences in teacher motivation and performance of the core functions. A mixed method research approach was adopted and within it the concurrent triangulation design was used. The target population was 223 teachers, 45 Principals, 45 DOS’s, and 1 DQASO. The sample size comprised of 100 teachers, 14 Principals, 14 HOD’s Co-curricular, 14 DOS’s and 1 DQASO. Validity was ensured by expert judgment by University supervisors at CUEA and their input were incorporated in the final document while reliability of the instruments was ensured and determined by piloting the instruments in four secondary schools of different categories which constituted 10% of the population. A Cronbach reliability coefficient of 0.7134 was reported. Data collected from questionnaire was analyzed using descriptive statistics in form of percentages, means and frequency counts as well as independent samples t-test. The study reported that gender difference did not have an effect on both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation of teachers to perform their core functions. The study also found that gender difference did not have an effect on teachers to perform their core functions. The Kenyan Teachers Service Commission should work out incentive packages to increase teachers’ motivation to perform their core functions effectively.

scholarly journals Student Well-being pada Remaja Jawa

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Tri Na'imah ◽  
Tukiran Tanireja
Keyword(s):  
Social Relations ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
The Social ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Cluster Random Sampling

<p class="IABSTRAK"><strong>Abstract: </strong>This study aims to describe the source of student well-being in Javanese ado­lescents. This research uses quantitative research approach and supported by qualitative. Research location in Banyumas with cluster random sampling technique. Instrument data collection using the scale of student well-being and open source questionaire student well-being and interview guide. Quantitative data analysis using descriptive. The results of the study are: 1) The sources of student well-being are the dimensions of social relations, cognitive, emotional and spiritual. 3) The inhibiting factor of achieving student well-being is if there are problems in the social, cognitive, emotional, physical and spiritual.</p><p class="IKEYWORDS"><strong>Abstrak: </strong>Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan sumber <em>student well-being</em> pada remaja Jawa. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan penelitian kuantitatif dan didukung dengan kualitatif. Lokasi penelitian di Banyumas dengan teknik <em>cluster random sampling</em>. Instrumen pengumpulan data menggunakan skala <em>student well-being</em> dan <em>openquesioner</em> sumber <em>student well-being</em> serta panduan wawancara. Analisis data kuantitatif menggunakan <em>deskriptif</em>. Hasil penelitian adalah: 1) Sumber-sumber <em>student well-being</em> adalah dimensi hubungan sosial, kognitif, emosi dan spiritual. 3) Faktor penghambat tercapainya <em>student well-being</em> adalah jika ada masalah dalam dimensi sosial, kognitif, emosi, fisik dan spiritual.</p>

scholarly journals Information transparency: How do Department of Library and Information Science students at South Valley University perceive the state’s dealing with the novel coronavirus outbreak?

2020 ◽  
pp. 096100062096568
Author(s):  
Essam Mansour
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Information Transparency ◽  
The Government ◽  
Novel Coronavirus

This study proposes to investigate the knowledge and perception of students in the Department of Library and Information Science at South Valley University in Upper Egypt about the state’s dealing with the outbreak of the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19 that has been detected in Egypt in February 2020. A quantitative research approach was adopted in the form of a survey. The target population of the study included students ( N = 295) of the fourth year of Department of Library and Information Science at South Valley University, of which 253 responded to the study questionnaire, representing 85.8% of the total number. The study found that there is no significant relationship between the students’ gender and other variables of the study according to the statistics used. It also showed that the most popular information sources mentioned by Department of Library and Information Science students to get information related to the coronavirus were social media and the Internet/Web. The publication/dissemination of information and its availability were badly perceived by the students. About one-third of them questioned the government’s ability to deal with the novel coronavirus. They highly believe in the role of information transparency in fighting both administrative and human corruption. The students emphasized the citizens’ right to criticize the government when it does not comply with the transparency, as well as the right to access any information owned by it in any formats at any time. They were dissatisfied with the government’s ability to retrieve information, organize, store, have legislations, and own a good database of citizens, as well as its capabilities, in terms of transparency, competence, benevolence, honesty, accuracy, efficiency/effectiveness, practicality, and confidence, in relation to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus. Finally, the study indicated that barriers, such as the spread of administrative and human corruption, security restrictions, and the fragility of the freedom to disclose government information, were highly significant by the surveyed students.

scholarly journals Barriers to tacit knowledge retention: An understanding of the perceptions of the knowledge management of people inside and outside the organisation

2013 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacky Bessick ◽  
Visvanathan Naicker
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Tacit Knowledge ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Knowledge Retention ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Knowledge Loss ◽  
Private And Public ◽  
The Impact

Background: Knowledge loss causes challenges for organisations that wish to remain competitive. These organisations must identify the risks that could lead to knowledge loss and become aware of issues that affect knowledge retention.Objectives: The objective of this research was to identify tacit knowledge retention barriers that could cause knowledge loss in an organisation. The paper presents a framework for the assessment of the impact of these barriers and discusses the research findings in order to critique that framework.Method: A quantitative strategy was used to interpret the findings. The target population is information technology (IT) professionals in a government organisation. Interviews were conducted in order to produce a more context-sensitive interpretation of the findings. A quantitative research approach was used to ensure the findings would precisely reflect the target population.Results: The majority of respondents confirmed that career development requires professional development, training prospects and improves the employability of employees. The agreed result was that respondents seek autonomy, that is, the ability to make decisions. Job stress and burnout are experienced because of problems with in filling posts, and the competition between the private and public sectors for experienced IT employees.Conclusion: Certain determinants were found that affect barriers in knowledge management: organisational commitment, job satisfaction, job characteristics and talent management. These need to be measured to prevent barriers from occurring. Implications are drawn from the study; these provide a focus for further research to bridge some gaps in information technology that currently limit the widespread use of knowledge management.

scholarly journals Motivasi Kepesertaan Mandiri BPJS di Era Universal Health Coverage Jaminan Kesehatan Nasional

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-18
Author(s):  
Anita Dahliana
Keyword(s):  
Health Insurance ◽  
Universal Health Coverage ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Health Coverage ◽  
Motivational Theory ◽  
Universal Health

Abstract. This research was conducted to determine the motivation of BPJS Health participants as independent participants. In this study, researchers used a motivational theory developed by Clayton Alderfer with three indicators namely Existence, Relatedness and Growth with a descriptive quantitative research approach with non-random sampling using a purposive method using conditions in selecting respondents ie respondents were outpatients in Specialist Poly Wiyung Hospital, Surabaya. The selected respondents were 43 people.The results of this study were the discovery of community motivation as independent health insurance participants. Abstrak. Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui motivasi peserta BPJS Kesehatan sebagai peserta mandiri. Pada penelitian ini, peneliti menggunakan teori motivasi yang dikembangkan oleh Clayton Alderfer dengan tiga indikator yaitu Existence, Relatedness dan Growth dengan pendekatan penelitian kuantitatif deskriptif. Teknik pengambilan sampel non-random menggunakan cara purposive, yakni pemilihan responden menggunakan syarat tertentu (responden adalah pasien rawat jalan di Poli Spesialis RS Wiyung Surabaya). Responden yang dipilih berjumlah 43 orang. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan adanya motivasi masyarakat yang menjadi peserta mandiri jaminan kesehatan.

scholarly journals The THE EFFECT OF QUALITY MANAGEMENT, ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE AND PROFESSIONALISM

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 93
Author(s):  
Joseph Sudirwan
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Quality Management ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Stratified Random Sampling ◽  
Keywords Quality Management ◽  
Positive Effect

This research was aimed to determine the effect of quality management, organizational culture, and professionalism against the lecturer’s caring. The quantitative research approach using a survey method and technique of path analysis. The population was the lecturer of Bina Nusantara University and 166 lecturers were taken as samples and selected using stratified random sampling.  The result of data analysis showed that quality management, organizational culture, and professionalism have a direct positive effect on the lecturer’s caring. Quality management and organizational culture, have a direct positive effect on the professionalism and quality management, has a direct positive effect on the organizational culture. Therefore, to improve lecturer’s caring of Bina Nusantara University, the quality management, organizational culture, and professionalism should be improved.   Keywords: Quality management, organizational culture, professionalism, and lecturer’s                      caring.  

scholarly journals Examining the Application of Mobile Phone in Business Practice Among Small Scale Businesses in Tamale Metropolis

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 11-30
Author(s):  
ABDUL-RAZAK ABUBAKARI
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Phone ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Business Practice ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Technological Changes ◽  
Mobile Money ◽  
Tamale Metropolis ◽  
Speed Up

This research examined the application of mobile phone in business practice among small scale businesses in Tamale metropolis. A quantitative research approach was adopted and the target population was users of mobile money application among Small Scale Businesses in Tamale Metropolis. The general objective of the study is to examining the application of mobile phones in business practice among Small Scale Businesses in Tamale metropolis. It is found out by the researcher that usually people use it to transact business that is making and receiving money as payment. Hence, it is established that mobile phone gives them opportunity to keep records as evidence. The research revealed that, mobile money is noted to facilitate and speed up transaction of businesses. Also, it is found out that, it enhances convenience of handling resources effectively. It is established that, monies in the mobile phone are safer and remain safe even if the mobile device is lost. It is clearly indicated that many people lose their monies every now and then from fraudsters through the introduction of mobile money. The study shows that technological changes are some of the factors Small Scale Businesses faced. To optimize the benefits to be realized from mobile money application in businesses, there is the need to overcome the challenges of the application among small scale businesses.  

ASSOCIATION BETWEEN UTILIZATION OF NEONATAL RESUSCITATION PROGRAM (NRP) & PERSONAL PROFILE OF NURSES

2021 ◽  
pp. 15-18
Author(s):  
Dipti Y. Sorte ◽  
Anurag Bhai Patidar
Keyword(s):  
Death Rate ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Neonatal Resuscitation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Initial Time ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Professional Career

INTRODUCTION:The child age and newborn death rate lower down substantially in the last 10 years. Still if we see the death rate of new born is at top. We are losing roughly three out of two newborns every year in rst four week of their life therefore, initial time in newborns transition very crucial in survival of newborns specially those who are birth asphyxiated. Purposes: Overall resolution of this research is to recognize an “Utilization, means, effective use of workshop in the professional career” among the nurses working in various healthcare establishment and factors affecting poor utilization therefore, it will help to develop any new measures or modify current workshop protocols study was conceptualized based on The health promotion model presented by Nola J Pender (1982, revised 1996). Materials & methods: This is crosssectional study used Quantitative research approach, to identify the utilization and association between Personal prole of nurses & Utilization of the NRPTraining Programme. Non-experimental cross – sectional research and Exploratory survey design was used where entire tool was made in Google form and send to participants mail id. study was conducted in different national healthcare establishments. The population under this study are registered nurses working in selected healthcare establishments. samples are Staff Nurses working in different Health establishments. Sample size was 278 nurses was taken from a Actual population, 300 nurses was Selected and administrated the tool and 1000 nurses was a Target population. Purposive Sampling technique was used. Tool contains Part 1 for Questionnaire for Socio-demographic assessment. Part 2 for Structured Questionnaire Utilization of NRPtraining Programme. The reliability of a tool was conducted for the degree of steadiness with which it measures the qualities it is supposed to quantify, Cronbach alpha (r = 0.91), split half correlation (0.90), Spearman-brown prophecy (0.94), Mean for test (81.7) & SD for test is 18.83. Pretesting was done 30 samples to establish the clearness of items, considerate of the linguistic and period required to ample the item. Pilot testing was conducted on nurses of different health establishments on for 30 participants. Administrative permission was obtained from NRP President Main study collected on 278 samples Proceeds for Data Analysis (Descriptive & Inferential) as per objectives. Conclusion: The study concluded with nding Association between utilization with selected Socio-demographic (Personal prole) where Age and primary education of the participants came signicant results and Participants exposure to related work area after or before NRP training are associated with the utilization NRPskills.

scholarly journals Relationship between Principals’ Democratic Leadership Style and Students’ Conformity to Rules in Public Secondary Schools in Nakuru County, Kenya.

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 203-212
Author(s):  
Dorcas K. Okindo; Prof. Frederick B. J. A Ngala; Prof. John, N. Ochola
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Social Control Theory ◽  
Democratic Leadership ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
School Rules ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

This study sought to examine the relationship between principals' democratic leadership style and students' conformity to regulations in public secondary schools in Nakuru County, Kenya.  The study was anchored on the Social Control theory by Hirschi (1969). The study adopted a correlational research design. The target population was 338 principals, 338 deputy principals, 3426 teachers and 116,374 students in 338 public secondary schools in Nakuru County, Kenya. 100 schools were selected using stratified random sampling. Purposive sampling was used to select 100 Principals, while proportionate and simple random sampling was used to select 346 teachers and 383 students. Ten per cent of the Deputy Principals were selected.  Questionnaires were used to collect data form Principals, teachers, and students, while interviews were used to collect data from Deputy Principals. Test-retest reliability revealed a coefficient of 0.70, indicating that the instruments were reliable. The findings revealed a statistically significant between principals use of democratic leadership style and students’ conformity to school rules (r=0.334; p< 0.05. It was concluded that the democratic leadership style, when used by principals in public secondary schools in Nakuru County, Kenya, enhances students' conformity to school rules. The findings will help school principals to fully embrace democratic leadership style to enhance students’ conformity to school rules. The study also recommends that the administration develops a process for handling students’ non-conformity issues in a calm, consistent and supportive manner. The study also recommends, principals should involve all stakeholders, for instance, teachers, students and parents in developing school rules and policies that affect students.

scholarly journals ASSESSMENT OF THE TEACHERS’ SELF-EFFICACY LEVEL IN ARAB SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN MALAYSIA USING TWO DIMENTIONAL SCALE OF SELF-EFFICACY

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (40) ◽  
pp. 60-73
Author(s):  
Mervat Alasaad ◽  
Wail Said
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
Social Self ◽  
Arab Schools ◽  
High Level ◽  
Academic Self Efficacy

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the level of self-efficacy among teachers in Arab Secondary Schools in Malaysia and to validate the two-dimensional scale of self-efficacy including academic and social self-efficacy. Methods: A quantitative research methodology was adopted in this study. Data was collected using random sampling from 101 teachers working in Arab schools in Malaysia. The collected data were statistically analysed using the SPSS. Findings: The findings show a low level of academic self-efficacy and a high level of social self-efficacy among the teachers. Further, this study also validated the two-dimensional scale of teachers’ self-efficacy with social and academic self-efficacy. Originality: To the best of the current study author's knowledge, this study is one of its own kind and no such study has been conducted before.

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