Journal of Humanities and Education Development (JHED)
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Consumer Purchasing decision: Choosing the Marketing Strategy to influence consumer decision making
Get PDFThe purpose of this study was to investigate the role that marketing strategy plays as a determining element in the decision-making process of consumers. The current study made use of the quantitative research approach by customizing a questionnaire based on information gleaned from academic sources. This particular study had a sample size of 162 participants, all of whom were selected at random throughout the selection process. According to the findings, penetration pricing exerts a substantial and beneficial impact on the decision-making process of consumers at the 5% level. According to the findings, price skimming has a substantial and favorable effect on the decision-making process of consumers at the 5% level. According to the findings, marketing sharing websites have a considerable beneficial impact on the decision-making process of consumers at the 5% level. The findings indicate that blogs have a considerable and beneficial effect on the decision-making process of consumers at the 5% level. According to the findings, competitive pricing has a substantial and favorable impact on the choice-making process of consumers at the 5% level. Furthermore, every beta value exceeds the.001 threshold. All of the models have extremely high adjusted R2, which indicates that the models are very capable of explaining the variance in consumer decision-making that is caused by the variation in the independent variables. The F-value demonstrates that the explanatory variables are jointly statistically significant in the model, and the Durbin-Watson (DW) statistics demonstrate that there is autocorrelation in the models. Both of these findings are supported by the model\u27s positive autocorrelation
Integration of MS Teams as an LMS Tool for Language Classroom: An Analysis using SAMR Model
Get PDFThe digital transformation that happened in the field of education has made its way in teaching methodology supported by the integration of digital technologies. With the normalization of using digital technology among the generation Z and Alpha, the educational approaches are being constructed and reconstructed using latest digital technologies. The change in approaches can be identified from computer assisted to mobile assisted, blended to flipped and regular courses to Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) or Learning Management System (LMS). In the context of language teaching and learning, the current digital technologies are being supportive tools in imparting language skills. Hence, this study aims to analyse the effectiveness of integrating Microsoft Teams (Teams) as an LMS tool to support language teaching using Substitution, Augmentation, Modification and Redefinition (SAMR) framework. The four degrees of the SAMR framework helps in understanding the effectiveness of the integration of digital technologies to language teaching methods. The findings of the study conclude that MS Teams can be considered as an efficient LMS tool for language teaching-learning process
Perception of Parents and Students on Education in Emergencies during the COVID-19 Pandemic under Thimphu Dzongkhag 2020
Get PDFGlobally COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the normal functions of schools. Online learning is a new concept in Bhutan. Nonetheless, teaching and learning happened using various online learning platforms. This study examines the students’, parents’, and school’s perceptions about the effectiveness of online Education in the Emergencies teaching-learning environment. A total of 690 students, 677 parents, and 12 schools participated. The survey questionnaire prepared by the Education Monitoring Division, Ministry of Education was used to collect data. The findings of the study suggest that 66% of students enjoyed EiE lessons. Although, 70% of the student respondents reported that their parents could help them in online learning, in reality only 62% of parents provided academic-related support to their children. The findings reiterated that the most popular application during the online learning was WeChat followed by Google Classroom and a slow internet connection and high internet data subscription charges were cited as major challenges for both teachers and students alike. Further, the results of the predictive analysis suggest 11% variability that can be accounted for by studying 1-2 hours in a day. Interaction and communication with teachers to clear their doubts more than four times a week is accounted for an 18% improvement in the effectiveness of online learning. The third predictor supports and guidance received from parents in learning could be accounted for 24% effectiveness, while the final predictor variable time spent on playing video games and other online games did not contribute to change in r square value
Teachers\u27 Participation in Decision Making and Work Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Meru District Council in Arusha Tanzania
Get PDFTeachers\u27 participation in decision-making plays a significant in their work performance. In Tanzania, the idea of participation in decision-making emerged from decentralization policy and was adopted in the field of education through the Education and Training Policy of 1995. The theme was to emphasize that school administrators involve teachers in decision-making to improve school work performance. This study sought to find out the relationship between teachers\u27 participation in decision-making and their work performance and identified the factors affecting teachers\u27 participation in decision-making to work performance in secondary schools. Also, the study anchored on Transformational Leadership Theory developed by Mac Gregory Burns in 1978. Moreover, the study adopted a mixed research approach specifically convergent parallel to collate data from teachers, heads of schools, WEOs, and DEO for secondary schools. Validity and reliability of quantitative instruments were tested through content and appearance whereby 0.82 correlation coefficients were obtained to indicate the instruments were valid and reliable. Likewise, the reliability of qualitative tools was obtained through a triangulation system. Quantitative data were analyzed through a computer software program known as SPSS version 20 while qualitative data were analyzed through content analysis methods which involved assigning data into themes, categories, and summarization. The findings demonstrated that there is a relationship between teachers\u27 participation in decision making as it increases efficiency, commitment, accountability and enhances students\u27 performance. Also, the study indicated that teachers\u27 participation in decision-making was affected by inadequate time for participation, financial challenges, facilities, transparency, and lack of leadership training. These factors led to poor academic performance in schools
Dalit Movement in Karnataka: Current Challenges and Intersectional Aspects
Get PDFThis paper, based on the findings of a research project, draws on secondary literature along with field interviews in order to discuss challenges for and intersectional aspects of the Dalit movement in contemporary Karnataka. Dalit movement in contemporary Karnataka is characterized by increasing internal heterogeneity, complexity, and intersectionality. On the one hand, Dalit movement has to face up the challenge of reorganizing itself by overcoming the internal conflicts and contradictions. The issues of the left and the right or Madigas and Holeyas, shifting with regional specificities, has divided Dalit politics. This division is sharper on the issue of reservation. There has been a consolidation of the sub-caste identity within the larger Dalit politics. Also, Dalit politics is internally split with mushrooming of different Dalit Sangharsh Samiti (DSS). On the other hand, women’s participation in Dalit movement of the state is very discouraging. This also is one of the reasons for weakening of the Dalit movement. The movement leadership is increasingly realizing that it has been unable to address the intersectionality between caste and gender. Based on the new realization, the movement has progressively shifted its focus from difference to radical interrelatedness
Nurturing Communication through Social Online Platforms
Get PDFAkram and Kumar (2018) maintained that “Children are growing up surrounded by mobile devices and interactive social networking sites such as Twitter, MySpace, and Facebook, Orkut which has made the social media a vital aspect of their life. Social network is transforming the behavior in which youthful people relate with their parents, peers, as well as how they make use of technology.” This study aimed to find out the advantages and disadvantages of social online platforms from the students’ perspectives at Quds university. The researcher distributed a questionnaire as tool of research which consists of 20 items. Moreover, the study used also a qualitative tool: two interviews with two students. The sample was 60 students of the first and second year level. The researcher concluded that there are radical positive and negative effects of social platforms on students. However, these platforms have more positive effects especially during the Covid-19 crisis. The researcher recommended raising awareness of the pros and cons of social platforms among future generations. Alternatively, the researcher recommends that a combination of face to face and social platforms will have more efficacy in language teaching and learnin
Enhancing Entrepreneurship Education in Ordinary Secondary Schools to develop Employment opportunity: A case of Kinondoni District Dar Es Salaam -Tanzania
Get PDFThis study aimed to enhance entrepreneurship education toward preparing secondary school students at Kinondoni District Dar es salaam in Tanzania for the creation of employment opportunities. The study aimed at assessing the roles of Entrepreneurship Education in developing employment opportunities for ordinary level secondary schools. The study employed a mixed-method design in examining these phenomena. One hundred and nineteen (119) participants were conveniently sampled and heads of schools were interviewed within 6 weeks. Questionnaires and interview guides were used to collect data hence quantitative data were analyzed descriptively with the aid of SPSS version 22. All qualitative data obtained in the study were thematically analyzed. The study found that Entrepreneurship Education is a very crucial as it prepares student to be good citizens. Also, in today\u27s environment of unpredictability, dynamic job market, and new technologies, are progressing with each passing day and the current generation is progressing towards a future without any inevitability. They might take years to master a particular trade or skill but with time it might disappear from the market, therefore destroying students\u27 careers. The study concluded that teaching entrepreneurship as a study in education has to move beyond listing strategies for raising capital. Students need also to be equipped with skills enabling them to deal with negative attitudes, competition from cheap imports, and the choice of appropriate technologies. There is a distinguished need to improve training programs and make changes in the education system in Tanzania; there is also a need to develop entrepreneurs who would be able to navigate through local troubled waters
Influence of School Heads’ Motivational Practices on Teachers’ Job Satisfaction in Public Secondary Schools in Igunga District, Tabora –Tanzania
Get PDFTeacher’s job satisfaction is one of the areas in enhancing student’s academic performance which calls for school management attention for the school progress because the development of any school depends much on teacher’s satisfaction. This study aim was to investigate the influence of school heads’ motivational practices on teachers’ job satisfaction in public secondary schools at Igunga District, Tanzania. The study is guided by the Herzberg’s two factor theory of motivation. Convergent parallel research design which included mixed research approach was employed. The study used sample size of 99 respondents whereby questionnaire was used to collect data from teachers and interview guides was used to collect data from the district secondary education officer, ward education officers and the school heads. Quantitative data were analyzed using SPSS version 23 and qualitative data were analyzed through thematic data analysis. Findings from the study revealed that, school heads’ motivational practices such as job recognition, has an influence on teachers’ job satisfaction. The study further recommended that, all school heads should motivate their teachers in order to enhance their job satisfaction
Strategies used by Heads of Secondary Schools in Managing Students\u27 Discipline for Academic Achievement in Ilemela District, Mwanza, Tanzania
Get PDFThe strategy to maintain student discipline in secondary school is a crucial which guide students for future self-sustainability and the right to learn since a well-disciplined student learn without any distraction. The study examined the strategies used by heads of secondary schools in managing indiscipline problems for students’ academic achievement in Ilemela District in Mwanza Region, Tanzania. The study used convergent parallel mixed research design and applied assertive discipline theory. Data were collected from 113 respondents using questionnaires and interview guide. Qualitative data was analyzed thematically and quantitative data were analyzed through descriptive statistic with the help of the SPSS Version 20, IBM, USA. The study revealed that the strategies used to curb the indiscipline cases include the use of guidance and counseling, cooperation between teachers and parents, provision of positive and negative rewards, and rules and regulations have to be enacted. The study recommended that teachers should have good relationship with both parents and students, parents should play their parenting roles effectively
Leadership Style: Analyzing the Influence of Transformational Leadership on Organizational Innovation
Get PDFOver the course of the last few decades, our understanding of what constitutes effective leadership has evolved to become ever more nuanced and intricate. It has been discovered that organizational innovation is influenced by a wide variety of different elements. It has been established that one of the most important aspects impacting organizational innovation is the leadership style. This study\u27s primary objective is to analyze the relationship between the qualities of transformational leadership and organizational innovation in order to better understand the latter. The research was conducted with 71 participants in Erbil, including those from the top five private businesses in the city. The empirical quantitative approach was utilized by the researchers in order to conduct the analysis for the current study. According to the findings, the characteristic of idealized influence that had the greatest value was equal to 0.737 more than 0.01. This shows that there is a strong and positive link between idealized influence and organizational innovatio