scholarly journals Perception of Turnitin: Checking Plagiarism among Staff at Koforidua Technical University (KTU), Ghana

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 116-128
Author(s):  
Paul Antwi ◽  
Edward Asante ◽  
Patrick Baayel ◽  
Kenneth Adjei Budu Wilson ◽  
Michael Owusu-Acheaw
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
System Usage ◽  
Independent Variables ◽  
Variable System ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Technical University ◽  
The University

The study explored perceptions on the usage of Turnitin Plagiarism checking software among the staff of Koforidua Technical University (KTU) in Ghana. The research sought to explore the associations between the independent variables (Attitude and Perception, Perceived Challenges and Readiness to Use) and the dependent variable (System Usage) of the Turnitin Software among the staff of KTU. The survey adopted the quantitative research approach. Google forms were used to design questionnaires and mailed to the participants. The response rate valid for analysis was 98.7%, against a sample size of 309 participants. SmartPLS3 software was used to explore the data extracted from google forms. The results of the convergent, discriminant validity calculation were all within the satisfactory threshold. Four hypothetical statements were tested, three of them showed significant association with the independent variables (Attitude and Perception, Perceived Challenges and Readiness to Use) and dependent variable (System Usage) except System Awareness which was not supported and rejected. The proposed model explained 66.7% invariance of the System Usage (Turnitin Software). The study recommends continuous dissemination of  information about the availability of the Turnitin Software in the University.   Citation: Asante, E., Baayel, P., Adjei, B., K.W., and Owusu-Acheaw, M. (2021). Perception of Turnitin: Checking Plagiarism among Staff at Koforidua Technical University (KTU), Ghana. International Journal of Technology and Management Research (IJTMR), Vol. 6 (1): Pp.116-128. Received: March 20, 2021Accepted: September 1, 202

scholarly journals Academics Perceptions of Electronic Resources at the University of Venda, South Africa

2021 ◽  
Vol 41 (6) ◽  
pp. 424-428
Author(s):  
Alugumi Samuel Ndou ◽  
Wanyenda Leonard Chilimo
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Public Access ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Plagiarism Detection ◽  
Electronic Resources ◽  
Federated Search ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
The University ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

This study examined the perceptions of academic researchers regarding electronic resources (e-resources) provided by the library at the University of Venda (UNIVEN), South Africa. The quantitative research approach and survey research design were adopted to conduct the investigation. Data was collected using a self-administered structured questionnaire randomly distributed to 45 UNIVEN academics. The findings of this study revealed that although academics at UNIVEN find e-resources easy to use, believe the resources improve academic performance, and frequently encouraged postgraduate students to use them, the majority of them had plagiarism concerns and were only moderately satisfied with available e-resources at UNIVEN. This study recommends that the university library should train academics on plagiarism detection. In addition, the library should adopt innovative ways of improving e-resource services, such as providing an Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) with advanced and federated search capabilities.

scholarly journals Impact of Facebook and Newspaper Advertising on Sales: A Comparative Study of Online and Print Media

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Yushan Lin ◽  
Zubair Ahmad ◽  
Wasswa Shafik ◽  
Saima K. Khosa ◽  
Zahra Almaspoor ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Statistical Tool ◽  
Family Approach ◽  
Advertising Budget ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Heavy Tailed ◽  
Linear Regression Modeling

Marketing means the strategies and tactics an organization undertakes for attracting consumers to promote the buying or selling of a product or service. Active marketing is about receiving messages from potential buyers to create ways to influence their purchasing decisions. Advertising is one of the most prominent marketing strategies to promote products to consumers. It is well known that advertisement has a significant impact on the sale of certain goods or services. In this paper, we consider two mediums of advertisement, such as Facebook (which is an online medium) and Newspaper (which is a printed medium). We consider a dataset representing the advertising budget (in hundreds of US dollars) of an electronic company and the sales of that company. We apply the quantitative research approach, and the data which are used in this research are secondary data. For analysis purposes, we consider a statistical tool called simple linear regression modeling. To check the significance of the advertising on sale, definite statistical tests are applied. Based on the findings of this research, it is observed that advertising has a significant impact on sales. It is also showed that spending money on advertising through Facebook has better sales than newspapers. The finding of this research shows that the use of computer-based technologies and online mediums has a brighter future for advertising. Furthermore, a new statistical model is introduced using the Z family approach. The proposed model is very interesting and possesses heavy-tailed properties. Finally, the applicability of the proposed model is illustrated by considering the financial dataset.

Planning for Knowledge Management Implementation in Academic Libraries: Empirical Evidence From Federal University Libraries in Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Vol 17 (04) ◽  
pp. 1850039 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cyprian. I. Ugwu ◽  
I. J. Ezema
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Implementation Process ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
The Social ◽  
The University ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The main reason for the failure of many knowledge management (KM) projects is the absence of a well-defined framework or strategy to guide KM implementation. This paper is an attempt to determine the planning needs of the KM deployment process and propose a framework that could be used specifically by the federal university libraries in Nigeria to guide the KM implementation process. Quantitative research approach was adopted in this study and the design was a descriptive survey. A total of 300 librarians responded to the survey that sought their opinions on the planning needs for KM implementation process. The survey instrument was a questionnaire, and it was used to collect data from the respondents. Data collected were analysed using mean, standard deviation, ranks and percentages obtained with the aid of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The results of the study revealed the planning needs for KM implementation as consisting of the goals which the university library intends to achieve through KM, the KM process, skills and tools required as well as the type of partnerships needed. Based on these needs, this study proposes a KM framework made up of strategies and tactical moves to guide the KM implementation process.

scholarly journals Exploring customer satisfaction with university cafeteria food services. An empirical study of Temptation Restaurant at Taylor’s University, Malaysia

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 96-106 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anshul Garg ◽  
Jeetesh Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Food Services ◽  
Quality Factors ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Service Characteristics ◽  
Food And Beverage ◽  
The University ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract This study investigates the link between the different service characteristics that have an influence on customer satisfaction in university cafeteria food services. A conceptual model comprising of different variables like food and beverage quality, service quality, food choice, price and value equality, and ambience were studied for customer satisfaction to explore the relationship among them. This study examined how dining experiences influence the satisfaction and loyalty of both non-mature (students) and mature (staff) customers, in order to find their similarities and differences within the context of university cafeteria services. The study was conducted at Taylor’s University in Malaysia by using a quantitative research approach, and 231 students and 63 staff members of the university participated in the study. The findings reveal that the various quality factors considered in the study are positively correlated with customer satisfaction and have a significant impact on the satisfaction level of both students and staff who dined at the university cafeteria. It could be concluded from the results that the influence of price offered at the university cafeteria had a significant effect on respondents’ loyalty. The result of this study offers a direction towards better the services and facilities, which lead to an increase of the competitive influence of the restaurant business in the marketplace.

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN ANTARA ADVERSITY QUOTIENT DENGAN INTENSI BERWIRAUSAHA PADA MAHASISWA UNIVERSITAS JAMBI

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 102-113
Author(s):  
Muhammad Ilham
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Entrepreneurial Intention ◽  
Coefficient Of Determination ◽  
Correlation Technique ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Positive Direction ◽  
Correlational Research ◽  
The University ◽  
The Relationship

  This study aimed to determine the relationship between adversity quotient with entrepreneural intention in student of Jambi University. This study used a quantitative research method with a correlational research approach. Sampling used Accidental sampling technique. This research was conducted at the University of Jambi. The subjects used in this study were 110 student of Jambi University. This study used the scale of adversity quotient and entrepreneurial intention, and the analytical method used is the Pearson's Product Moment correlation technique. This study shows there is a significant positive relationship between the two variables. The contribution to the value of the correlation coefficient (r) is 0.516 with p equal to 0.001 (p <0.05). The coefficient of determination (R2) in this study, adversity quotient contributed as much as 26.6% to the intention of entrepreneurship, while 73.4% of the others were contributions from other factors that were not the focus of this study.This variable correlation has a positive direction indicating the higher the adversity quotient, the higher the intention of entrepreneurship will be. Student who have been known to have adversity uotient and high entrepreuneral intention, can be directed and facilitated by the university to take part in entrepeuneral programs. Keywords: adversity quotient, entrepreneurial intention

scholarly journals Exploring internal business factors and their impact on firm performance: small business perspective in Ethiopia

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abriham Ebabu Engidaw
Keyword(s):  
Firm Performance ◽  
Small Business ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Independent Variables ◽  
Entrepreneurial Factors

AbstractMainly, the study is aimed at exploring the internal business factors and their impact on firm performance in micro- and small-scale enterprises. The study employed a descriptive and explanatory research design and used a quantitative research approach. The study is conducted on Amhara region, North Wollo zone, Lalibela city administration micro- and small-scale enterprise operators, and in this study, the dependent variable is the performance of SMEs while independent variables are managerial factors, workplace factors, and entrepreneurial factors. To achieve the objectives of the study, 199 sample micro and small enterprises are selected from the 395 target populations. It used an explanatory design with stratified and simple random sampling techniques. The study employed descriptive and inferential statistical data analysis methods. The finding shows that the independent variables managerial factors and workplace-related factors have a positive and significant effect on small business performance in the study area. Also, there is an insignificant relationship between entrepreneurial factors and the dependent variable.

scholarly journals Faculty’s and Postgraduate Students’ Awareness of and Attitudes to Using the Institutional Repository

Mousaion ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 37 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nokuphila Saulus ◽  
Stephen Mutula
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Essential Role ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Research Practice ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Institutional Repositories ◽  
The Poor ◽  
The University

Institutional repositories (IRs) play an essential role in preserving universities’ intellectual output, enhancing access to research, and increasing the visibility of scholars and their institutions. IRs are therefore expected to be accepted and optimally utilised by scholars. However, the literature reveals that IRs are growing at a slower pace than anticipated, and that it has not been easy to convince faculty members to contribute their work to IRs. Therefore, this study examined the awareness of the faculty and postgraduate students at the University of Swaziland (UNISWA) of their IR, and also assessed their attitudes to using their IR. The study was underpinned by the post-positivist paradigm, and the quantitative research approach was used. The study adopted a survey design with questionnaires administered to the faculty and postgraduate students. The results of the study revealed that most of UNISWA’s faculty knew about the existence of the IR, whereas the majority of the postgraduate students were not aware of it. It was established that the most popular sources of hearing about the IR were colleagues, institutional emails, and seminars and/or workshops. The results further revealed that even though the majority of the faculty was aware of the IR, very few contributed their research. The reasons cited for the poor uptake of the university’s IR included lack of awareness, few or no publications to contribute, and no time to access the IR due to heavy workloads. The faculty and postgraduate students also preferred to be assisted by librarians in archiving content in the IR. The issues discussed in this article have implications for the enhancement of research, practice, and policy in the context of developing countries.

scholarly journals PENGARUH PRINSIP-PRINSIP GOOD CORPORATE GOVERNANCE TERHADAP PENGELOLAAN ANGGARAN PADA INSTANSI PEMERINTAH (Studi Pada Dinas Pengelolaan Keuangan, Pendapatan dan Aset Kabupaten Pandeglang Provinsi Banten)

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 259-282
Author(s):  
Taufan Maulamin ◽  
Agus Cholik ◽  
Eneng Tuti Alawiah
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Governance ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Government Agencies ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Sampling Techniques ◽  
Budget Management ◽  
Independent Variables ◽  
Good Corporate Governance ◽  
Governance Transparency

The purpose of this study to obtain empirical evidence about the influence of the Principles of Good Corporate Governance (Transparency, Independence, Accountability, Responsibility and Fairness) against the Budget Management in Government Agencies. The research approach used in quantitative research, was descriptive and associative. The independent variables in this study is Transparency (X1), Independence (X2), Accountability (X3), Accountability (X4) and Fairness (X5). The dependent variable in this study is the Budget Management (Y). The population in this study were employees (DPKPA) Pandeglang Banten Province totaling 65 people. The sampling technique of this research by using sampling techniques saturated. Based on the analysis with the help of SPSS version 21 for windows indicate that: Transparency affects 11.6% of the Budget Management in Government Agencies. Independence affects 22.2% of Budget Management in Government Agencies. Accountability effect of 34.4% of the Budget Management in Government Agencies. Accountability effect of 22.2% of the Budget Management in Government Agencies. The Fairness affects 14.4% of the Budget Management in Government Agencies. Principles of Good Corporate Governance jointly affect 94.6% of the Budget Management in Government Agencie.

scholarly journals PENGARUH LINGKUNGAN KERJA DAN KOMPENSASI MELALUI MOTIVASI TERHADAP KINERJA PEGAWAI ADMINISTRATIF

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 352
Author(s):  
Dyah Retno Ayu Pramita ◽  
Djawoto Djawoto ◽  
Hendri Soekotjo
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Work Environment ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Employee Performance ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Administrative Staff ◽  
Independent Variables ◽  
Test Result

The existence of human resources in an organization has an important role. The progress of an organization can be seen from the performance of its human resources. Good performance of its human resources can lead the organization to achieve the goals set. The purpose of this study was to determine and analyze the influence of the work environment and compensation through motivation on the performance of the employees of Lembaga Layanan Pendidikan Tinggi (LLDITKI) Wilayah VII Surabaya. This research uses quantitative research approach. Samples taken in this study amounted to 68 people including all administrative staff of LLDIKTI Wilayah VII Surabaya. The independent variables in this study are Work Environment (LK) and Compensation (KM). The dependent variable in this study is Employee Performance (KP) and the intervening variable is Motivation (MV). The result showed that Work Environment had a positive and significant effect on Motivation, Compensation had a positive and significant effect on Motivation, Work Environment had a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance, Compensation had a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance and Motivation had a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance. While the sobel test result indicate that Motivation can mediate Work Environment and Employee Performance and Motivation can mediate Compensation and Employee Performance.

Innovation in the library: Adoption of smartphones in accessing electronic resources in a Ghanaian university

2020 ◽  
pp. 096100062094964 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patrick Adzobu ◽  
Stephen Okyere ◽  
George Tesilimi Banji
Keyword(s):  
Diffusion Of Innovation ◽  
Significant Influence ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Electronic Resources ◽  
Cape Coast ◽  
Diffusion Of Innovation Theory ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Perceived Characteristics Of Innovation ◽  
The University

This paper examines the influence of innovation on the adoption of smartphones for accessing electronic resources in the library by postgraduate students at the University of Cape Coast, Ghana. The theoretical model that underpinned this study was the diffusion of innovation theory. Based on a quantitative research approach, a survey research design was used. Questionnaire was employed in the collection of data from 278 postgraduate students. The responses were coded, captured and analysed using IBM’s Statistical Package for the Social Sciences, version 22. The findings of the study show that postgraduate students’ gender and faculty influenced their adoption of smartphones for accessing e-resources at the University of Cape Coast. However, the age of the students did not have any significant influence on the adoption of smartphones. The findings further show that only two of the perceived characteristics of innovation, complexity and compatibility, had a significant influence on the adoption of smartphones among the postgraduate students.

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