iosr-JRME   Volume-6 ~ Issue-4 ~ July-August 2016

Abstract: The objective structured practical examination (OSPE) was used as an objective instrument for assessment of laboratory exercises in preclinical sciences, particularly Homoeopathic Pharmacy. It was adapted from the objective structured clinical examination (OSCE). The OSPE was administered to consecutive batches during Preliminary examination of I-BHMS 2015 batch in conjunction with the conventional examination in which the candidate is expected to perform a given experiment. 2 different examiners judged 1 student on the basis of a common checklist............

Keywords: Instrument for assessment of practical skills in medical education, formative & summative assessment, specific learning objectives

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Abstract: This study determined the improved teaching performance of the student teachers in the selected public schools in the Division of Biliran. Specifically, it determined the socio-demographic profile of the student and cooperating teachers, the student teachers and cooperating teachers' competencies, and student teachers and cooperating teachers competencies and student teaching performance.The survey included 30 student teachers' from Naval State University and 30 cooperating teachers from the selected secondary and elementary public schools.............

Keywords: Cooperating Teachers' and Student Teachers' Competencies; Department of Education; Teaching Performance.

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Abstract: The thrust of this study was to examine the critical school-based variables inhibiting effective participation in education by pupils from rural public primary schools in Central Division, Narok North Sub-County, Narok County, Kenya. The study adopted a descriptive cross-sectional research design. Combinations of stratified and purposive sampling strategies were employed to select 60 class teachers, 30 headteachers, 120 upper primary school pupils (class 5-8) and two Quality Assurance and Standards (QUASO) officers yielding a sample size of 212 respondents.............

Keywords: School -based variables, effective participation, pupils, primary schools, Narok County, Kenya

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Abstract: The study examined the perception of academic staff regarding employment system and its effecton academic staff performance at Kyambogo University, Uganda. The objective of the study was to examine the recruitment process of academic staff in Kyambogo University. A cross sectional survey design was used in the study. A random sample of150academicstaffwas selected from the three faculties of education, arts and social sciences, and special needs education. The data were collect educing question naire, analysed, and presented in texts, tables and percentages............

Keywords: Effectiveness, Recruitment, Selection, Academic Staff, Performance, Kyambogo University, Uganda.

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Abstract: This study examinedmotivational strategies commonly used by principals and teachers' productivity in public secondary schools in Kisii County, Kenya. The population for the study comprised all teachers and the students of public secondary schools. Combinations of purposive and random sampling techniques were applied to select a sample of 30 teachers and 400 students makinga total of 430 respondents. Questionnaires and interview schedules were the main research instruments used to collect data.........

Keywords: Motivational Strategies, Teachers' Productivity, Secondary Schools, Kisii County, Kenya.

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Abstract: Spatial Ability presents an important component of human intelligence. A child should possess good Spatial Ability so that he can correlate things with his present situation. Spatial Ability appears to be central to many scientific domains. The present study was undertaken with a view to find the level of Spatial Ability between Science students and Humanities Students of Kozhikode district. Mathew's Test of Mental Abilities was used to collect the data. Results showed that Spatial Ability of both Science students and Humanities students is only at an average level. It was also found that there is no significant difference in Spatial Ability between Science and Humanities students based on Gender.

Keywords: Spatial Ability, Science Students, Humanities students.

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Abstract: This research resulted problem solving stages/phases for thinking outside the box which was simpler in using the terms. Problem solving phases included exploration, unique idea generated and justification. Exploration phase had two criteria, namely problem exploration and mathematical interpretation. In interpreting mathematical problems, the students used sub-concepts (the prerequisite knowledge) had by them. Review was done on the sub concepts previously acquired which were identified by using two cases: (1) exploration by categorical, namely sub concepts were learned through example; and (2) exploration by compositional, namely sub concepts were learned through the elements/components. Unique idea generated phase contained two criteria,......

Keywords: Phases, Thinking, Outside the Box

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Abstract: This paper discusses the concept of Alternative Care for children outside their immediate or natural homes. They are those that may be living in foster homes, adoptive families, refugee camps or orphanages. Children that may need alternative care and the reasons for this are discussed. The paper also highlights the relevance of Basic Education to these children and effects of its provision on them. It also examines the short and long term effects of lack of this level of education on the children, their families and communities. The roles of local Education Authorities, State Ministries of Education, and Federal Ministry of Education, Non-Governmental Organizations, private individuals and International Development Partners in ensuring the provision of quality Basic Education for these children are also considered.

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Abstract: The wearing of clothing is exclusively a human characteristic and is a feature of most human societies. Fashion design is an artistic and functional industry that helps to clothe people while incorporating style. Fashion design goes beyond just a designer thinking of a garment, sketching it and then sewing it together. All these activities require extensive and intensive training and exposure to practical work in fashion design. Based on the study that assessed the usage of 'real' fabric draping for design in public institutions of higher learning Nairobi County......

Keywords: Garment Design by Draping, Curriculum Implementation, Public Institutions, Higher Learning, Nairobi County, Kenya

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Abstract: This paper highlights the concept of early childhood care and education Demonstration Early care and education centres and what they entail. It examines the relevance, specification, funding, staffing, admission of children and method of instruction in the centre. It also discusses some challenges associated the establishment and running of these centres and some benefits of the centers to children, caregivers-in-training, parents, the college and larger community......

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Abstract: E-learning is a fairly new concept in education which uses the internet technology to deliver the digital content and to provide a learner-oriented environment for the teachers and students. Many educational institutions across the globe are using e-learning for their lesson delivery. This study focused on determining the factors that influence the adoption of e-learning by lecturers at universities in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Due to financial constraints, 65 respondents who were selected through convenience sampling technique proportionally drawn from the three universities in Bulawayo were included in this research. The researchers used a self-constructed questionnaire to collect data............

Key Terms: E-learning; E-learning adoption; information technology; university lecturers

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Abstract: This research examined the economic and financial crimes commission (EFCC) and the fight against corruption in Nigeria. This research is an appraisal of Olusegun Obasanjo's regime and also corruption eradication in the Nigeria political body. The institution was established to tackle the menace of corruption in the country. The Government is incapable of curbing corruption in Nigeria since the institutions which established it is not corruption free. The method used in gathering and analyzing data in this research is essentially library research, content analysis from library materials, Journals and other unpublished papers. This research will serve to stimulate the interest of the researchers and various world government and bodies on the subject matter.

Key Terms: EFCC, Corruption, anti-corruption and Nigeria.

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