Stratified Simple Random Sampling Research Articles

Perception of Teachers of English Towards Use of Role Play Teaching Technique on Student’s Performance in Communicative Skills among Secondary School Students in Bungoma North Sub County, Kenya

Teaching Communicative Skills aims at improving students’ communication so that they can express themselves in different situations and develop appropriately in speaking, listening, reading and writing. However, the problem is that students in secondary schools under perform in these skills. The purpose of this study was to examine the perception of teachers of English towards use of role play teaching technique on students’ performance in communicative skills among secondary schools. This study applied the Vygotsky’s Social Cultural Interaction Theory which emphasizes importance of social instruction in cognitive learning. The descriptive survey design was used where quantitative and qualitative data was collected from Bungoma North Sub-County. Respondents were selected using purposive sampling, stratified random sampling and simple random sampling techniques where 30% of teachers of English and 30% of Form Three students were sampled. Questionnaires, interview schedule and test items were used to collect data. The reliability and validity of the research instruments was done through piloting the instruments in selected secondary schools in Bungoma North Sub-County. The data collected from the respondents was analyzed using descriptive statistics and transcription and presented in form of charts, tables and discussion. With regard to the importance of role play teaching technique and students’ performance in communicative skills, this study found out that use of role play helped learners improve in performance by mastering content, sharpening interpersonal skills, improving grammatical construction and active participation in lessons. This study on, perception of teachers of English on use of role play teaching technique and students’ performance established that role play is an involving teaching technique and teachers of English avoided using the technique. This study recommends use role play because it helps learners improve, teachers should perceive of role play as better alternative technique for teaching communicative skills, the school administration and The Ministry of Education should help teachers of English overcome challenges and use role play teaching technique effectively in teaching communicative skills. This study will enable The Teachers’ Training Institutions train teachers of English on effective use of role play teaching technique, inform The Ministry of Education to prioritize role play as key teaching technique while drawing curriculum and syllabi for teaching English language

Predictors of insomnia among undergraduate students at Hawassa University Sidama, Ethiopia, 2023: a facility-based cross-sectional study.

Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing poor-quality sleep. People with this problem often have trouble falling asleep at night, wake up frequently during the night, and may wake up too early in the morning and feel tired and not refreshed. This can lead to daytime fatigue, irritability, difficulty concentrating, and impaired functioning in their day-to-day activities. Study is scarce in resource-limited countries such as Ethiopia, particularly concerning the study setting. As a result, this study aimed to assess the prevalence of insomnia and its associated factors among undergraduate students at Hawassa University. An institution-based cross-sectional study design was used. A stratified simple random sampling method was used among 398 study participants. The data were collected using a structured self-administered questionnaire. The outcome variable was assessed by the insomnia severity index (ISI). The data were then gathered by using the Kobo toolbox online and then exported into the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 27 to analyze the data. Data cleaning and screening were conducted exclusively by the investigators. Descriptive statistics like frequency, percentages, and mean were used. Bivariate and multivariate binary regression were performed. In multivariate binary logistic regression, a p-value of<0.05 was identified as a significantly associated factor with the dependent variable. Among 398 students who participated in the study, 81 (20.4%) experienced insomnia. Being female [adjusted odds ratio (AOR) = 2.98; 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.56-5.69], age (AOR = 3.06; 95% CI 1.11-8.45), mild anxiety symptom (AOR = 4.89; 95% CI 1.56-15.37), and mobile device use ≥30 min just before going to sleep (AOR = 7.81; 95% CI 2.34-26.12) were significantly associated with insomnia. In this study, the prevalence of insomnia was one-fifth among university students, which is high when compared to another study at the national level. There were significant associations between being female, age, anxiety symptoms, and mobile device use before going to sleep with insomnia. This indicates that there is a need to treat and prevent insomnia in college students, emphasizing the necessity for mental healthcare and ethical technology use.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS OF MOTIVATION ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE: A CASE STUDY OF NATIONAL HOSPITAL INSURANCE FUND

The Salaries and Remuneration Commission's continuous review of state and public officers' salaries, aimed at enhancing morale and productivity, has not translated into improved public service delivery, as evidenced by public dissatisfaction with diminishing service quality and a declining number of public servants. This study investigates the impact of motivation on employee performance in the public service, using the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) as a case study. Specific objectives include assessing the effects of compensation, career development opportunities, retirement benefits, and employee recognition on NHIF employee performance. Rooted in theories such as Hierarchy of Needs, Total Reward, Theory of Work Adjustment, and Expectancy Theory of Motivation, this study adopts a descriptive research design. Targeting administrative staff at NHIF Nairobi, the study population comprises 230 staff, and a stratified simple random sampling method is used. Primary data is collected through questionnaires, validated through validity and reliability tests, and analyzed quantitatively using descriptive statistics. The findings reveal that organizations offering competitive salaries attract skilled and high-value employees, contributing significantly to organizational performance. Similarly, organizations investing in training, clear growth paths, mentorship, and meaningful tasks cultivate a highly motivated workforce. The study recommends that NHIF management implement fair, performance-based compensation, regularly reward highperforming employees, provide career development programs, and foster a culture of non-monetary recognition for positive contributions. This research is pertinent to NHIF policymakers, the Central Government of Kenya, other public service sectors, human resource practitioners, and researchers. By exploring the financial implications of motivation on employee performance, the study provides insights for policymaking, resource allocation, and strategic decision-making in public service organizations.

Assessment of Gender Differences among Secondary School Students on Social Vices in the Federal Capital Territory of Abuja.

This study examined how secondary school students in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, perceived gender differences in social vices. The study used a mixed approach method. A sample of 300 respondents were drawn from both the senior and junior secondary school levels, and the population were all students attending secondary schools in the Federal Capital Territory of Abuja. Fifty respondents were chosen from each of the six secondary schools from which samples were drawn; however, ten individuals failed to return their questionnaires. The study’s schools and participants were chosen using simple stratified random sampling procedures. To gather data on social vices in secondary schools, a self-designed instrument was employed. A significance threshold of 0.05 was used to assess two hypotheses and three research questions. To address the research question, t-test statistics were employed, and two hypotheses were tested using mean, standard deviation, t-value, and p-value. The findings showed that students’ perceptions of social vices were comparable throughout the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Also, it demonstrated that while gender had no discernible impact on the social vices’ students committed, males were more likely than females to participate in certain categories of social vices. Additionally, the results showed that male students had a higher propensity than female students for aggressive social vices. To help students learn how to behave properly in and out of the classroom, it has recommended among other things that school administrators and other educational stakeholders organize seminars and workshops on the risk of social vices. Additionally, parents should be educated on how to properly care for and raise their children and dependents.

The Influence Of Performance Benefits And Work Discipline On The Performance Of The State Civil Apparatus

This research aims to determine the effect of performance allowances and performance discipline on employee performance. The population in this study was 120 ASN employees at the Regional Secretariat of Demak Regency. The sample size was 55 respondents based on the Slovin formula. The sampling method used was Proportionate Stratified Random Sampling and Simple Random Sampling. The data analysis used in this research is multiple linear regression.The research results show that performance allowances influence employee performance at the Demak Regency Regional Secretariat. The better the benefits provided, the better the employee's performance. Work discipline influences employee performance at the Demak Regency Regional Secretariat.

Perception of Academicians towards Quality of Public Service Marketing in Pokhara

This study mainly focuses on understanding user perception and experiences towards quality of public service marketing on delivery by using the five service delivery dimensions: accessibility, cost, time, barrier and behavior. The research methodology comprises descriptive research design followed by stratified simple random sampling for permanent academic faculty members under multi stage sampling from one constitute and four affiliated college. The primary sources of data were collected through semi structure questionnaire method. Reliability and validity were tested. The study reveals that overall qualities of public service delivery dimension are moderate. The academicians were satisfied with the quality of public service delivery in Pokhara but perception was not as expected. However, the qualitative result depicted that there were major challenges in service delivery such as problem from staff, risk after payment of fees and extra efforts for completing lengthy service. In addition, environmental situation, employees’ attitude, intermediaries, and Afno Manche (known person), salary level and political interventions cause changes in behavior during public service delivery. So, public service institutions should give due attention to such issues to improve quality of service delivery. Even though there is no specific model to measure the quality of public service delivery in Nepalese context therefore, a CAT-Behavior model is recommended for measuring the quality of public service delivery in Nepalese context and it could be beneficial from different perspective.

Gambaran Pengetahuan Gizi dan Sikap Remaja Putri terhadap Kepatuhan Mengkonsumsi Tablet Tambah Darah di SMA Negeri 6 Palembang

Background : Young women are a group that is prone to anemia because they are easily influenced by the social environment including food selection.9) The impact on young women is a decrease in learning concentration so that they can experience bleeding before and during childbirth. &#x0D; Purpose of the study was to determine the picture of nutritional knowledge and attitudes of adolescent girls towards adherence to taking blood-added tablets at SMA Negeri 6 Palembang. &#x0D; Method is discriptive with a cross sectional design. The sample used was 70 young women in class XI MIPA and Social Studies. For sampling techniques using proportional stratified random sampling and simple random sampling with analysis data using univariate and bivariate analysis. &#x0D; Results: this study showed that 64 people (91.4%) of adolescent girls with non-compliance knowledge and 55 women (78.6%). &#x0D; Conclusion: From the cross-table analysis, adherence of adolescent girls taking TTD (Blood Added Tablets) both has nutritional knowledge as many as 15 people (23.4%) and admonition of adolescent girls with good attitudes as many as 11 people (55%) in taking blood added tablets. &#x0D; Suggestion: based on the results of this study, it is hoped that adolescent girls realize that taking TTD can minimize anemia and as a preparation for the future before becoming a mother.

The Association Between Happiness and Spiritual Well-being in Students in Iran

Background: Ensuring individuals’ health and well-being has always been important in all societies, and its promotion is considered one of the essential factors in the development of any country. Hence, this study examined the association between happiness and spiritual well-being (SWB) in students. Methods: The present cross-sectional study was conducted on 376 students who were selected by stratified simple random sampling from Hamadan universities in Iran in June 2020. A threepart questionnaire, including a socio-demographic questionnaire, Oxford Happiness Inventory, and SWB questionnaires was used to collect the data. The SPSS software (version 23) was then employed to analyze the data, and the significance level was considered at P&lt;0.001. Results: Based on the results, the mean (±standard deviation) scores of happiness and SWB were 36.73±17.63 and 90.87±16.96, respectively. In addition, there was a significant correlation between SWB and the total and happiness dimensions (P&lt;0.001). Furthermore, the simple linear regression analysis results revealed that the students’ SWB (β=0.203, P&lt;0.001) is a predictor of happiness. Conclusion: In general, students’ happiness and SWB were at a moderate level. Therefore, designing and implementing spirituality-based educational interventions to improve the students’ happiness could be helpful.

Media Strategies and the Growth of Kiswahili among Journalism Students in Kenyan Universities

Purpose: This research traces the influence of strategies employed by the Kenyan media in their strive to realize the growth of Swahili language among the youth, specifically, university students studying journalism in Kenyan universities. The fundamental concerns that were on focus here were; debates, competitions and rewards, use of experts, number of programs, program frequency and program placement and the way they have been used to improve Swahili language.&#x0D; Methodology: The study used mixed method design to obtain qualitative and quantitative data. It targeted University students sampled from 4 public Universities in Nairobi County. A sample size of 327 students was used. Focus group discussions involving 32 FGDs participants were also involved. Four Swahili experts were interviewed to get expert opinion. Multi-stage sampling design was used to select the sample for the survey. This sampling technique was appropriate because the study sample was selected in stages using stratified random sampling and simple random sampling technique. Purposive sampling was used to collect qualitative data. The tools used to collect data were questionnaire for quantitative data, interview schedule for key informants and interview guide for focus group discussions. These were to help to assess the effect of the strategies employed by the media organizations in connection with airing Swahili programmes and if these strategies influence the growth of Kiswahili. The study triangulated quantitative and qualitative data to give results shared in this paper. Data was then analyzed using SPSS (version 20) statistical program and presented using inferential statistics, descriptive, correlation regression and ANOVA analysis.&#x0D; Findings: The study revealed that the strategies employed by the media indeed have significant effect on the growth of Kiswahili among the youth. For instance, majority of the respondents agreed that Swahili competition programs in media have made them develop positive attitude toward Kiswahili. Additionally, a majority of the respondents agreed that when experts are used in presenting Swahili programmes it makes them use correct grammar. The study also noted that respondents agreed that an increase in number of discussion programs in Swahili have improved their Swahili vocabulary.&#x0D; Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Media as an agent of language growth is known to employ certain strategies that play a big role in changing the youths’ attitude towards Kiswahili language. Social learning theory, Behaviorist Theory of Language Development and Cultivation theory informed this study. Evidence from media programmes indicated that much has been done by both television and radio in form of strategies that have played a big role in promoting the language. These strategies are linked to the debates, rewards a well as the challenges that face the language growth. The study thus revealed that the strategies employed by the media indeed have significant effect on the growth of Kiswahili among the youth.

The Impact of Social Media Information Literacy on Malaysian Youth’s Emotional Intelligence

Social media has evolved into a network that helps users find information. Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are now important sources of up-to-date news and information. In order to give people the ability to assess, inform about potential threats or effects, and be aware of false information in the network, social media information literacy (SMIL) has been developed. However, that social media can have negative emotional effects that decrease in emotional quotient (EQ) among young people will directly lead to social problems like crime. In this quantitative study, Malaysian youth between the ages of 19 and 40 were examined to determine the impact of social media information literacy (SMIL) on emotional intelligence (EQ). 241 students from three universities in Malaysia who were selected through proportional stratified random sampling and simple random sampling made up the respondents. Data are gathered using a "Google Form" questionnaire and data analysis uses descriptive and inferential statistical analysis to get the results. Social media information literacy (SMIL) and emotional intelligence (EQ) were found to be significantly correlated by Pearson correlation inference analysis. The results of this study have implications for institutions seeking to develop human capital, technology, and media. Other organizations interested in exploring the field of social media information literacy (SMIL) and emotional intelligence (EQ) can use it to meet the sustainable development goals (SDG) in digital sustainability as recommended by UNESCO.

History of Infectious Diseases in Toddlers and Frequency of Community Health Center Nutrition Services with Stunting Incidents

Toddlers are an important period in the process of growth and development of a child. Malnourished children can experience malnutrition and this can result in stunting. Stunting incidents could have a negative impact on the growth and development period of toddlers. There were several factors that influenced the incidence of stunting, both directly and indirectly. Stunting was still a serious health problem facing Indonesia. This study aims to analyze the relationship between the history of infectious diseases and the frequency of community health centre nutrition services with the incidence of stunting. The research design was cross-sectional with a stratified simple random sampling technique taken from 8 posyandu (Integrated Healthcare Center) with a total sample of 112 toddlers. This research was conducted in the work area of the Saritani Community Health Center, Boalemo Regency, Gorontalo Province, from January to February 2023. The data analysis technique used in this research was the Chi-Square test. The results of the study showed that there was a significant relationship between the history of infectious diseases in toddlers and the incidence of stunting (p value=0.006; p-value ≤ α = 0.05), OR value=2.804 and there was a significant relationship between the frequency of health centre nutrition services and the incidence of stunting ( p value=0.001; p-value ≤ α = 0.05), OR value=2.859 in the working area of the Saritani Health Center, Boalemo Regency. Nurses can carry out health promotion efforts for mothers of toddlers to increase stunting prevention by knowing the factors that cause stunting. Increase efforts to provide nutritional education services related to stunting at community health centres, namely the First 1000 Days of Life, Infant and Child Feeding Practices, and routine exclusive breastfeeding.

Assessment of the Contribution of HIS Usability towards Quality Health Care in Tanzania Public Regional Referral Hospitals

This study focuses on the assessment of the contribution of HIS usability towards quality healthcare services to Tanzania regional referral hospitals, a case study of the Geita Regional Referral Hospital (GRRH). The study divided the research participants into two strata including service providers and service recipients to ensure balanced opinions. The participants were obtained using a stratified simple random sampling technique. The mixed research approach was applied in collecting both quantitative and qualitative data. Data were collected using both a questionnaire and a semi-structured interview guide. The findings revealed that the use of ICT has improved the quality of healthcare at GRRH. Additionally, despite the existing challenges such as frequent power outages, lack of instant communication among service providers, lack of proper channel of communication between the hospital and community, and insufficient training, the use of ICT in GRRH showed a remarkable contribution towards quality healthcare provision including waiting time reduction, treatment cost reduction, easy and quick patients data retrieval, equitable service, people-centered or individual preferences, integrated and coordinated care, and efficient care by providing and maximizing the benefits of available resources.

The Risk of Neonatal Healthcare-Associated Infections at Three Teaching Hospitals in Rwanda

BackgroundHealthcare-acquired infections (HCAIs) are a substantial source of neonatal morbidity and mortality that also carry a financial burden on families and healthcare systems worldwide. However, little is known about common and factors related to HCAIs among neonates hospitalized in Rwanda. The study's objective was to assess the risk of neonatal HCAIs in three selected teaching hospitals in Rwanda.MethodsA retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted and stratified simple random sampling was used. Files of 273 neonates were recruited from 15th July to 30th October 2021. The data abstraction sheet was used in data collection. The data was analysed using logistic regression analysis, and the results were presented in tables.ResultsThe most common neonatal HCAI agent was Klebsiella pneumoniae affecting 142/273(52%). Neonates weighting ≥3.6kg (OR=0.09; 95% CI= 0.02—0.54), 2.6–3.5kg (OR=0.07, 95% CI = 0.01–0.42); 1.5–2.5kg (OR= 0.03 (95% CI= 0.01–0.22) were significantly less likely to have an HCAIs than neonates weighting &lt;1.5kg. Maternal blood groups, especially AB and O, had significantly higher odds for HCAI, OR=2.37 (95% CI=1.1–5.1) and OR=3.1 (95%CI=1.32–7.26) respectively. ConclusionLow birth weight and maternal blood type were associated with HCAIs at the three study sites and the most common HCAI was Klebsiella pneumoniae. Rwanda J Med Health Sci 2023;6(3):367-378

Comparing four frailty assessment tools against seven-year mortality in the Malaysian elders longitudinal research study

AimSeveral frailty assessment tools are currently used in clinics and research, however, there appears to be a lack of head-to-head comparisons between these tools among older adults in developing countries. This study compared the Cardiovascular Health Study, Study of Osteoporotic Fractures, the Tilburg Frailty Indicator and the Canadian Study of Health and Aging frailty assessment tools and evaluated performance of these individual frailty assessment tools with mortality. MethodsThis prospective cohort study utilized stratified simple random sampling to recruit 1614 participants from the Malaysian Elders Longitudinal Research aged above 55 years within the Klang Valley region from 2013 to 2015. Individual items for the frailty tools, alongside baseline physical and cognitive measures were extracted from the initial survey. Mortality data up to 31 December 2020 were obtained through data linkage from the death registry data obtained from the Malaysian National Registration Department. ResultsData were available for over 1609 participants, age (68.92 ± 7.52) years and 57 % women, during recruitment. Mortality data revealed 13.4 % had died as of 31 December 2020. Five to 25 % of our study population fulfilled the criteria for frailty using all four frailty tools. This study found an increased risk of mortality with frailty following adjustments for potential factors of falls, total number of illnesses and cognitive impairment, alongside moderate to strong correlation and agreement between frailty tools. ConclusionFrailty was associated with increased mortality. All four frailty assessment tools can be used to assess frailty within the Malaysian older adult population. The four available tools, however, may not be interchangeable.

Nigerian Secondary School Teachers' Perception of Social Studies Relevance on the Development of Responsible Citizenship

This study investigated perceptions of Social Studies in the development of responsible citizenship among secondary school teachers in Ogun State, Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive research design. A total sample of 308 teachers drawn from five local governments of Oguneast senatorial district of Ogun state, were selected through stratified random and simple random sampling techniques. Data collected was analyzed using Mean score, standard deviation, simple percentages, and t–test of significance. The result shows that the majority of teachers have a negative perception of Social Studies education to responsible citizenship. The study shows no significant difference in teachers’ gender, qualification, and experience in knowledge of responsible citizenship skills and values. The study recommends that teachers should be given in-service training to acquire more knowledge on the role Social Studies play in responsible citizenship development. In addition, only professional and competent teachers should be employed to teach Social Studies.

Factors Associated with The Compliance of Tobacco Advertisement, Promotion and Sponsorship (TAPS) Ban in Bali, Indonesia

Introduction: Indonesia is one of the countries with the highest number of tobacco advertisements, promotion, and sponsorship (TAPS) across the globe, which play a significant role in increasing smoking prevalence. Since 2019, Klungkung District has adopted a TAPS ban at point of sale (PoS). Accordingly, this study aims to evaluate compliance with the total TAPS ban at PoS in Klungkung and the factors associated. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in the Klungkung district from August to October 2021. The survey involved 200 samples of PoS and also the managers, which selected using stratified simple random sampling for registered PoS and a walking protocol for unregistered PoS. Data was collected through observation using a checklist and interview using a structured questionnaire by eight well-trained enumerators. Data were analyzed using SPSS. Results: The study successfully observed 200 PoS and also interviewed 200 PoS managers. The result showed the compliance was 72.5%. Of 9 factors analyzed using regression analysis, it was found that factors associated with the compliance were knowledge and attitude PoS manager toward TAPS ban (OR=11.3; CI:1.233-103.414; p=0.008), perceived of socio-economic impact factor (OR=8.1; CI:3.584-18.400; p&lt;0.01), and tobacco industry interference (OR=2.8; CI:1.441-5.594; p=0,003). Conclusions: Compliance with the TAPS ban at PoS remain sufficient, even though it has not reached the target. Factors mainly associated with the compliance were the attitude of PoS manager, and tobacco industry interference. Hence, socialization and enforcement should be improved and sustained.

Talent Management Systems and Employee Retention in Devolved Health Care Service Delivery in Kenya

Employee retention and talent management concerns are quickly becoming the most pressing workforce management challenges of the near future as human resource management paradigms shift. This study was on Private hospitals which are health organizations formed and owned by individuals or organizations to provide health services to citizens. The general objective of this study was to establish the influence of talent management on employees’ retention in devolved health care service delivery in Kenya. Specifically, the objectives were to establish whether talent acquisition, and talent development influence employee retention in devolved health care service delivery in Kenya. The study adopted cross sectional research design where the target population comprising of all the employees in the hospital was used. The study population targeted administrators and doctors from all counties. These included County Executive Committee (CEC) Members - Health, Level 5 chief executive officers and Level 4 doctors-in-charge. This study employed both purposive and simple stratified random sampling technique to choose its sample. Primary data was collected using questionnaires, which were distributed to the officers selected to participate in the study. Questionnaires were the main data collection tool from the respondents. Multiple regression models were used for the purpose of analysing data (descriptive and inferential statistics) using SPSS Version 23 software. The findings from these statistics were presented in the form of tables. Inferential statistics in the form of factor and principal component analysis was also conducted. The inferences made were used to tell apart the major factors that influenced employee turnover in devolved health care service delivery in Kenya. The findings found out that, talent acquisition, and talent development significantly influenced employee retention in devolved health care service delivery in Kenya but to moderate extent. Therefore, recommendations focused on working on the maturity of employees, improving the working conditions as well as fostering the leadership. Future research should focus on determining specific factors that influence retention in institutions to assist companies deal with similar situations

Effect of Mobile Phone-Based Digital Technologies on the Performance of Refugee Women-Led Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Kakuma Refugee Camp

The contribution of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to economic development as well as the role of digital technology in MSME performance are underscored in many studies globally. MSMEs provide over 70% of employment, contribute to national revenue, and are considered key to increasing productivity. In Africa, MSMEs are also recognized for skill development and upward mobility in diverse geographic areas and economic sectors, provide livelihood and income for diverse segments of the labor force, and are the backbone of Africa’s economy as well as key to its most pressing development challenges. Despite the potential of MSMEs for economic growth, many face a myriad of challenges, both internal and external to the firm, that constrain their performance and ultimate survival. This is especially critical for refugee-owned enterprises. In light of the constraints, the utilization of digital technology has emerged as an important strategy to secure the growth, performance, and survival of MSMEs. The objective of this study was to examine the effect of mobile phone-based digital technologies on the performance of refugee women-led MSMEs in Kakuma Refugee Camp. Two theoretical frameworks underpinned this study: the Resource-Based View (RBV) proposed by Barney (1991) and the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) theory proposed by Davis (1986). The study adopted an analytical cross-sectional survey design for primary data collection using questionnaires. The targeted population was sampled using a stratified simple random sampling technique. A total of 111 enterprises were surveyed using a questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were generated to give summaries and describe the sample characteristics, while inferential statistics comprised correlation and regression analysis. The study found that mobile phone-based technology was a significant predictor of performance (r = 0.501, p-value =0.000 &lt; 0.05). The study recommends that mobile phone-based technology should be prioritized since it leads to an increase in sales and profits for a firm through improved mobile phone transactions.

Effect of Information Literacy on Academic Performance of Business Students in Pakistan

AbstractThe present research investigated the effect of information literacy on the academic performance of business students enrolled at the top seven business education institutions from urban Sindh, Pakistan. A quantitative research approach using a cross-sectional survey was used to conduct this investigation. The data were collected from 385 business students enrolled in different degree programs using a questionnaire. The recruitment of the participants was done through proportionate stratified simple random and systematic sampling techniques, with the results indicating that business students are information literate. In addition, the information literacy of business students appeared as a positive predictor of their academic performance. These results may inform policy and practice to improve business education and might be useful for business educators, policymakers, librarians, and business accrediting bodies (e.g., National Business Education Accreditation Council and Higher Education Commission) in designing a needs-based information literacy instruction program and curriculum for business students of all levels for better human-information interaction. This study contributed to the existing literature on the effectiveness of information literacy in academia, particularly on business students’ academic performance, as no such research was available in the existing literature at the time of writing this article, specifically from the South-Asian region.

Perceptions of academic librarians regarding their interpersonal competencies: A case of Pakistani universities

This investigation aimed to assess the perceived level of interpersonal competencies possessed by academic librarians working in public and private sector universities across Pakistan. The study also examined differences in perceived interpersonal competencies of academic librarians based on demographic characteristics. A quantitative survey method was opted to collect data from 276 academic librarians selected through proportionate stratified simple random sampling technique. A total of 257 (92.4%) responses were received back that were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS-23). The findings showed that academic librarians’ perceived collaboration, communication, customer service, ethics &amp; values, leadership, and learning &amp; innovation were at very skilled level. On the basis of age and professional experience, there were no significant differences in respondents’ opinions; however academic librarians from private universities were found to be more skillful about interpersonal competencies than those from public universities. Female respondents thought they were more adept at interpersonal skills than male respondents. Further, the respondents having MS/MPhil degrees were more interpersonal competent than those having BS (Hons.)/MLIS/MA degrees. Strong interpersonal abilities enable university librarians to play a significant role that support social and political well-being of the university. In local scenario, they could organize lectures and training sessions to help other academic librarians develop their skills. They could join statutory groups that develop laws to advance the field of librarianship. Moreover, the present study suggested the development a comprehensive instrument in assessing the interpersonal competencies of academic librarians based on the competency index for the library field prepared by OCLC web junction in 2014.