- College Station, Texas, United States
Fredrick Nafukho
Texas A&M University, EAHR, Faculty Member
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Our increasingly globalized world is driven by shared knowledge, and nowhere is that knowledge more important than in education. Now more than ever, there is a demand for technology that will assist in the spread of knowledge through... more
Our increasingly globalized world is driven by shared knowledge, and nowhere is that knowledge more important than in education. Now more than ever, there is a demand for technology that will assist in the spread of knowledge through customized, self-paced, and on-demand learning.The Handbook of Research on Innovative Technology Integration in Higher Education provides an international perspective on the need for information and communication technology in education and training. Highlighting the use of technology in both formal and informal learning, this book is an essential reference for academics, corporate leaders, government agencies, profit and non-profit organizations, policymakers, or anyone interested in the use of technology to educate and share information.
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Purpose – The purpose of this study is to review and synthesize pertinent emotional intelligence (EI) research within the human resource development (HRD) scholarship. Design/methodology/approach – An integrative review of literature was... more
Purpose – The purpose of this study is to review and synthesize pertinent emotional intelligence (EI) research within the human resource development (HRD) scholarship. Design/methodology/approach – An integrative review of literature was conducted and multiple electronic databases were searched to find the relevant resources. Using the content analysis technique, the literature was reviewed and thematically organized. Findings – Seven major themes emerged through the process of content analysis on the body of the reviewed literature. The themes which described the presence of EI-related research within the field of HRD, included: Conceptual connections between EI and HRD; various aspects of EI training and development; the strengths and weaknesses of different EI measurement tools; EI profiles of individuals across various careers; the influence of context in the interpretation of EI; the role of EI in productive interpersonal interactions; and, finally, the impact of EI in leadership development and performance. Research limitations/implications – The search for this review was limited to peer-reviewed published EI-related articles which contained the keywords “human resource development” or “HRD”. While the field of HRD encompasses a wide variety of areas, this study has the limitation of excluding other relevant articles that did not contain the key terms. Originality/value – The originality of this study lies in its focus on EI and developing human resources. It argues that EI is a legitimate organization development intervention that can be effectively utilized to improve performance at individual, group, process and organizational levels.
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A selective literature review resulted in the conceptualization of a model illustrating the expected relationships of antecedents, processes, practices, and consequences of truckload carriers in the transportation industry. Thus,... more
A selective literature review resulted in the conceptualization of a model illustrating the expected relationships of antecedents, processes, practices, and consequences of truckload carriers in the transportation industry. Thus, collection of data and analysis is recommended if the model and applicable theory are to be developed to the fullest extent possible. Accordingly, the authors provide a working model that illustrates the basis for investigating the conceptualized relationship among work climate relationships, job satisfaction, organizational commitment, turnover intentions and/or retention, crash rates, and residual costs. Limited empirical evidence exists that correlates a combination of these factors. In addition, a diminished level of organizational commitment may affect truckload drivers’ attitude and/or focus while operating these very large trucks and as a result lead to an increase in crashes. Injuries, fatalities, and accident costs are reviewed as evidence of the magnitude and consequences of truckload crashes. The conceptual model advanced in this study emphasizes the essential need for a fully developed and empirically proven model and includes propositions to examine the strength and direction of relationships among important constructs, processes, practices, demographic, and environmental variables. Suggestions for further research based on the literature reviewed are discussed.
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Page 66. CHAPTER 3 HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES OF THE DIFFERENT COMPONENTS OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Victor CX Wang California State University, Long Beach Kathleen P. King Fordham University INTRODUCTION ...
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This study was designed to investigate into operational efficiency of secondary schools in Kakamega district during the school year 1989. The main objective of the study was; to determine the optimal size of secondary schools and find out... more
This study was designed to investigate into operational efficiency of secondary schools in Kakamega district during the school year 1989. The main objective of the study was; to determine the optimal size of secondary schools and find out whether economies of scale existed in the operation of the schools. The study also aimed at showing how the schools in the district could lower unit costs while still maintaining high quality of education. Data for the study were collected from a sample of 41 secondary schools in the district. Stratified and ...
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Contents: Foreword, Dorothy McCormick Preface a "What is in a name?a (TM) Peeling off the layers of the matatu entrepreneurship The roots, branching and subsequent exploitation of matatu entrepreneurial opportunity Weaving through... more
Contents: Foreword, Dorothy McCormick Preface a "What is in a name?a (TM) Peeling off the layers of the matatu entrepreneurship The roots, branching and subsequent exploitation of matatu entrepreneurial opportunity Weaving through the emerging and changing national political landscape, 2002-2013 Matatu entrepreneurship performance The logic of practice of matatu entrepreneurship as a self-organizing sector Violence, crime and safety The matatu industry as part of entrepreneurial efforts in Kenya Matatu entrepreneurship as a learning experience Matatu entrepreneurship: so what? References Index.
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PurposeThe purpose of this study is to determine the relationship between four independent variables educational level, longevity, type of enterprise, and gender and the dependent variable culture, as a dimension that explains... more
PurposeThe purpose of this study is to determine the relationship between four independent variables educational level, longevity, type of enterprise, and gender and the dependent variable culture, as a dimension that explains organizational learning readiness in seven small‐size business enterprises.Design/methodology/approachAn exploratory correlational research design was employed to survey 498 employees in seven small‐size business enterprises in the Southern and mid‐Western United States.Findings– Three pseudo‐interval variables (education, longevity, and type of enterprise) accounted for 15.3 percent of the variance in the dependent variable culture as a means to explain organizational learning readiness.Research limitations/implicationsGeneralizing results beyond the specific context of small‐size business enterprise may not be possible. Thus, the interpretations are limited to the seven small‐size business enterprises studied.Practical implicationsCertain types of enterprises form learning cultures conducive to organizational learning readiness more than do others. Also, seasoned employees may have developed a keen sense for detecting deficiencies within the learning infrastructure.Originality/valueThis study focused on variables not previously studied in small‐size business enterprises that explain organizational learning readiness. Thus, the results of this study will benefit the small‐size business entrepreneur interested in building a learning culture.
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explain how emotional intelligence (EI) influences intercultural competence (IC), which in turn may influence online instruction. The authors further explored the varying attributes of EI and the... more
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explain how emotional intelligence (EI) influences intercultural competence (IC), which in turn may influence online instruction. The authors further explored the varying attributes of EI and the extent to which it intersects with IC in the workplace. Design/methodology/approach Literature on EI and IC from the fields of education, business and leadership was reviewed. The search entailed articles related to EI and IC using the following databases: Business Search Premier, ERIC, JSTOR and ProQuest. The authors used the following key search terms in researching the articles: EI, IC, learning and online instruction. Title and abstract analyses judged each article’s suitability for the study. Findings To better perceive, understand and appreciate others and their cultures, we need to understand our own emotions and the way we interact with others. EI is thus the foundation on which IC can be built. It takes a higher level of EI to develop higher ...
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Contents: Foreword, Dorothy McCormick Preface a "What is in a name?a (TM) Peeling off the layers of the matatu entrepreneurship The roots, branching and subsequent exploitation of matatu entrepreneurial opportunity Weaving through... more
Contents: Foreword, Dorothy McCormick Preface a "What is in a name?a (TM) Peeling off the layers of the matatu entrepreneurship The roots, branching and subsequent exploitation of matatu entrepreneurial opportunity Weaving through the emerging and changing national political landscape, 2002-2013 Matatu entrepreneurship performance The logic of practice of matatu entrepreneurship as a self-organizing sector Violence, crime and safety The matatu industry as part of entrepreneurial efforts in Kenya Matatu entrepreneurship as a learning experience Matatu entrepreneurship: so what? References Index.
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OBJECTIVES Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading causes of death globally. In Kenya, the number of deaths resulting from NCDs is projected to surpass malaria and tuberculosis by 2030. Studies in Kenya show increasing NCDs; the... more
OBJECTIVES Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading causes of death globally. In Kenya, the number of deaths resulting from NCDs is projected to surpass malaria and tuberculosis by 2030. Studies in Kenya show increasing NCDs; the aim of the present study is to examine the clustering of NCDs and risk factors in Kenya. STUDY DESIGN This is a cross-sectional study using data from the 2015 Kenya STEPwise Survey. METHODS This study examined relationships between NCDs (e.g. obesity, hypertension and diabetes) and health behaviours (e.g. sedentary activity, and fruit and vegetable consumption). Survey probability weights, which estimated the sampling design effect, were applied to consider the sampling units, and stratifications were used during sampling so that the results could be generalisable to the national adult Kenyan population. In total, 4350 adults were included in the study sample. RESULTS Overall, 24.43% of participants were classified as having hypertension, 1.88% as having type 2 diabetes, and 27.94% were classified as being overweight or obese. The best-fit model was a four-class solution. Class 1 is best described as 'young with high NCD risk' and had the highest sedentary activity. Class 2 is best described as 'poor rural with lower NCD risk' with a high chance of smoking and alcohol consumption. Class 3 is best described as 'rural with high NCD risk' and had the highest fruit and vegetable consumption. Class 4 is best described as 'wealthy young urban dwellers with high NCD risk' with a high chance of alcohol consumption and smoking. Individuals in Class 4 had the highest chance (40%) of being overweight/obese, a 2% chance of type 2 diabetes and a 23% chance of having hypertension. CONCLUSIONS NCDs are clustered in groups with high-risk behaviours. The group with the highest chance of having NCDs also had the highest chance of engaging in high-risk behaviours. The findings of this study suggest that smoking and alcohol consumption increase NCD risk in rural areas. Tailored and targeted interventions are needed to curb the increasing NCD prevalence in Kenya.
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The future for all people in Africa lies in the provision of quality education, promotion and sustaining of lifelong learning. This chapter critically examines quality education, lifelong learning, and a learning society for Africa's... more
The future for all people in Africa lies in the provision of quality education, promotion and sustaining of lifelong learning. This chapter critically examines quality education, lifelong learning, and a learning society for Africa's sustainable development. Issues pertaining to quality education and lifelong learning are ever evolving and may not be completely addressed at any one time, hence the need for win-win solutions from within and without Africa. The chapter provides evidence-based guidance on how to implement rigorous approaches to quality education as an effective lifelong learning strategy to advance Education 2030 agenda and the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG4).
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Purpose This paper aims to critically analyze the empirical literature on health and human development in high-, middle- and low-income countries to develop a sustainable model for investing in human health. The model is critical in... more
Purpose This paper aims to critically analyze the empirical literature on health and human development in high-, middle- and low-income countries to develop a sustainable model for investing in human health. The model is critical in building a comprehensive health-care system that fosters the stakeholders’ financial stability, economic growth and high-quality education for the local community. Design/methodology/approach A comprehensive literature review was carried out on health, human development and sustainable health investment. After thoroughly examining theoretical frameworks underlying the strategies of successful human health systems, a summary of empirical articles is created. Summaries provided in this paper represent relevant health-care strategies for Kenya. Findings Based on the empirical review of literature, a Nexus Health Care model focusing on human development, social and cultural development, economic development and environmental development in high-, middle- and...
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World over, the transfer of Western leadership development theories, knowledge, and practice has led to criticism in recent years. Valid arguments have been advanced regarding the need to develop leaders using indigenous theories of... more
World over, the transfer of Western leadership development theories, knowledge, and practice has led to criticism in recent years. Valid arguments have been advanced regarding the need to develop leaders using indigenous theories of leadership applicable to all organizations and specific to each context. The search for more indigenous leadership development approaches is, however, made more complex in societies in transition with heterogeneous cultural background constantly influenced by outside cultural, political, social, and economic models. In this chapter, we discuss the African ubuntu paradigm of leadership development and practice and use examples and reflections from Kenya to show the relevance of ubuntu, caring leadership, and emotionally intelligent leadership as an effective approach to leadership development for frontier societies.
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The purpose of this chapter is to analyze the relationship between change in attitude toward computers and overall course satisfaction of participants. Of the 262 randomly selected participants, 64% completed the study. Data were... more
The purpose of this chapter is to analyze the relationship between change in attitude toward computers and overall course satisfaction of participants. Of the 262 randomly selected participants, 64% completed the study. Data were collected using questionnaires and course satisfaction rating survey. Results of the study indicated that there was a statistically significant difference in overall course satisfaction between the e-learning group (the treatment group) and the traditional group (control group). The traditional group was more satisfied with their course than the treatment group on the general program construct and the overall course satisfaction index. Results of the t-tests indicated that overall the e-learning group liked computers more than the traditional group prior to treatment and remained with this attitude after treatment. The control group had a statistically significant change in attitude toward computers after the treatment to reflect a less favorable attitude t...
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Research Interests: Demography, Epidemiology, Obesity, Life Style, Medicine, and 15 moreLogistic Regression, Overweight, Humans, Internal Medicine, Female, Male, Body Mass Index, Clinical Sciences, Aged, Prevalence, Middle Aged, Public health systems and services research, Asian Continental Ancestry Group, Cross sectional Study, and Cross Sectional Studies
This is a children e-book. It is story explores the changes due to the COVID 19 pandemic. The story helps children to understand what is this virus and how can they protect themselves from it.
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Purpose The primary purpose of this study was to predict transfer of learning to workplace among adult learners enrolled in a continuing professional education (CPE) training program, specifically training courses offered through... more
Purpose The primary purpose of this study was to predict transfer of learning to workplace among adult learners enrolled in a continuing professional education (CPE) training program, specifically training courses offered through face-to-face, blended and online instruction formats. The study examined the predictive capacity of trainee characteristics, training design and work environment on transfer of learning among the study respondents. Design/methodology/approach A cross-sectional online survey design was used to collect data from the study respondents, three months after CPE training. Two hundred ninety-seven trainees participated in this study. Data from 46 participants were incomplete and therefore excluded in the preliminary analysis, resulting in 251 valid responses and participants for the data analysis, 43 males (17.1 per cent), 201 females (80.1 per cent) and 7 (2.8 per cent) who did not indicate their gender. To answer the study’s research questions, factor analysis an...
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The problem and the solution. In traditional African society, adult learning was viewed as holistic learning for life and work and formed the foundation of many African societies. It was used as a process of breaking down barriers and of... more
The problem and the solution. In traditional African society, adult learning was viewed as holistic learning for life and work and formed the foundation of many African societies. It was used as a process of breaking down barriers and of combating social exclusion. With the current transitions taking place in Africa, less emphasis is being placed on adult learning. The issue of how adults learn in different societies and the philosophy that guides the adult-learning process in the workplace is an important theme for adult education and human resource development scholars and practitioners. This article seeks to bridge the existing gap in terms of the contribution of the African ubuntuism paradigm to adult learning in the workplace.
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This study’s primary purpose was to determine the relationship between leadership and the dependent variable organizational learning readiness at three locations of a small-size business enterprise in the MidWestern United States. Surveys... more
This study’s primary purpose was to determine the relationship between leadership and the dependent variable organizational learning readiness at three locations of a small-size business enterprise in the MidWestern United States. Surveys were acquired within an exploratory correlational research design and the results indicated leadership explained a large degree of the variance in the dependent variable. The results offer HRD practitioners targets for deficiency interventions within the systems and structures of small-size businesses.
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Abstract: This paper explored HRD-related job advertisements in the state of Arkansas over a five-year period. This analysis was part of the curriculum revision process for a graduate Workforce Development Program at the... more
Abstract: This paper explored HRD-related job advertisements in the state of Arkansas over a five-year period. This analysis was part of the curriculum revision process for a graduate Workforce Development Program at the state's" flagship" university. Classified advertisements from newspapers of major cities across the state were examined to determine if changes in recruitment terminology represented the changing needs of business and industry and if the curriculum of the graduate Workforce Development ...
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Abstract: This study describes the process of developing a partnership among a business firm and two separate departments within a public university. This research examines the multiple rationales for developing this partnership and the... more
Abstract: This study describes the process of developing a partnership among a business firm and two separate departments within a public university. This research examines the multiple rationales for developing this partnership and the anticipated outcomes. Not only is the process of successful partnership development identified, the impact of the project outcomes is discussed, as are lessons learned.(Contains 1 figure.)
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Abstract: A number of factors may contribute to road traffic accidents, namely: reckless driving, having un-road worthy vehicles on the road, and poor conditions of the roads. However, this study examined the performance of... more
Abstract: A number of factors may contribute to road traffic accidents, namely: reckless driving, having un-road worthy vehicles on the road, and poor conditions of the roads. However, this study examined the performance of tractor-trailer truck drivers in a leading transportation company in the United States of America. Limited research has addressed the issue of working conditions of the drivers, especially incentive, compensation, and workplace variables and how these variables affect job performance in terms of reduced ...
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Abstract Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the antecedents and consequences of employee engagement (EE) in global research and Vietnamese business context. Design/methodology/approach This review was conducted in the... more
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The purpose of this paper is to explore the antecedents and consequences of employee engagement (EE) in global research and Vietnamese business context.
Design/methodology/approach
This review was conducted in the following order: an integrative review for garnering drivers and outcomes of EE in global research, followed by a narrative review for selecting variables relevant to Vietnamese businesses.
Findings
In EE global research, a 3 × 3 findings framework was devised. Three antecedent clusters included the internal environment, job-related and employee-related factors. EE resulted in three outcome clusters: intra-role behaviors, extra-role behaviors and personal development and growth. In Vietnamese businesses, few studies existed on organizational learning and organizational support as EE antecedents, whereas turnover intention was examined the most as an EE outcome.
Research limitations/implications
The search was limited to EE-related peer-reviewed articles in Business Source Complete and Google Scholar. Literature on Vietnam EE was restricted to ProQuest Dissertations and Theses and Google Scholar because of a lack of literature availability on this topic in Business Source Complete.
Practical implications
Knowing that leadership, HR practices and working environment are important antecedents of EE in Vietnam (Table II) would prompt enterprise leaders and managers to improve the company’s conditions for engaging its employees. This is an important finding because Vietnamese businesses are suffering increasing turnover. Creating favorable organizational support evidenced via career growth opportunities, pay and benefits, company culture, job fit and effective management will stimulate employees to stay and engage.
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This study emphasizes the organizational and employee factors in EE research and calls for combined research application to inform EE in Vietnamese businesses, thus providing ground for human resource development researchers and practitioners in their respective work.
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The purpose of this paper is to explore the antecedents and consequences of employee engagement (EE) in global research and Vietnamese business context.
Design/methodology/approach
This review was conducted in the following order: an integrative review for garnering drivers and outcomes of EE in global research, followed by a narrative review for selecting variables relevant to Vietnamese businesses.
Findings
In EE global research, a 3 × 3 findings framework was devised. Three antecedent clusters included the internal environment, job-related and employee-related factors. EE resulted in three outcome clusters: intra-role behaviors, extra-role behaviors and personal development and growth. In Vietnamese businesses, few studies existed on organizational learning and organizational support as EE antecedents, whereas turnover intention was examined the most as an EE outcome.
Research limitations/implications
The search was limited to EE-related peer-reviewed articles in Business Source Complete and Google Scholar. Literature on Vietnam EE was restricted to ProQuest Dissertations and Theses and Google Scholar because of a lack of literature availability on this topic in Business Source Complete.
Practical implications
Knowing that leadership, HR practices and working environment are important antecedents of EE in Vietnam (Table II) would prompt enterprise leaders and managers to improve the company’s conditions for engaging its employees. This is an important finding because Vietnamese businesses are suffering increasing turnover. Creating favorable organizational support evidenced via career growth opportunities, pay and benefits, company culture, job fit and effective management will stimulate employees to stay and engage.
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This study emphasizes the organizational and employee factors in EE research and calls for combined research application to inform EE in Vietnamese businesses, thus providing ground for human resource development researchers and practitioners in their respective work.
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The article discusses the creation and development of Kenya's public reform agenda. The author seeks to do this by looking at leadership styles and approaches to management throughout the world. After analyzing leadership on a global... more
The article discusses the creation and development of Kenya's public reform agenda. The author seeks to do this by looking at leadership styles and approaches to management throughout the world. After analyzing leadership on a global level, the author then tries to apply Kenyan and African values to his findings. The author argues that the African values must be incorporated because that is how other nations, including the United States and China, have approached public reform. He models his suggested Kenyan policies on the successes of other nations.
Purpose–The purpose of this study is to determine employees' perception of the dimension of culture toward organizational learning readiness. The study also seeks to compare employees' work... more
Purpose–The purpose of this study is to determine employees' perception of the dimension of culture toward organizational learning readiness. The study also seeks to compare employees' work experience (longevity), work shifts and their perception toward the dimension of culture in enhancing organizational learning readiness. Design/methodology/approach–A questionnaire was administered to 150 employees of a manufacturing enterprise. ANOVA was utilized to investigate the relationship between longevity, work ...
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Purpose–The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship between four independent variables educational level, longevity, type of enterprise, and gender and the dependent variable culture, as a dimension that explains... more
Purpose–The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship between four independent variables educational level, longevity, type of enterprise, and gender and the dependent variable culture, as a dimension that explains organizational learning readiness in seven small-size business enterprises. Design/methodology/approach–An exploratory correlational research design was employed to survey 498 employees in seven small-size business enterprises in the Southern and mid-Western United States.
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Research Interests: Research Design, Organizational Learning, Small Business, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, and 8 moreBusiness and Management, Learning Organization, Statistical Significance, Design Methodology, United States of America, Correlation Analysis, Small Medium Enterprise, and Quantitative Method
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Abstract The paper seeks to accomplish four objectives. The first is to examine the need for e-learning in Africa's institutions of higher learning. The second is to discuss the policy, institutional, pedagogical, copyright, and... more
Abstract The paper seeks to accomplish four objectives. The first is to examine the need for e-learning in Africa's institutions of higher learning. The second is to discuss the policy, institutional, pedagogical, copyright, and quality assurance issues that need to be addressed. The third is to critically examine the advantages and disadvantages of e-learning in African universities. The fourth is to provide a practical partnership model for design and successful delivery of e-learning programmes. To achieve these objectives, a critical ...
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Abstract The problem and the solution. HRD's role in identifying, measuring, and managing knowledge assets in organizations is critical. Knowledge management refers to the ability of an organization to generate data, refine the data... more
Abstract The problem and the solution. HRD's role in identifying, measuring, and managing knowledge assets in organizations is critical. Knowledge management refers to the ability of an organization to generate data, refine the data into information, and strategically use the information to make decisions. This article reviews relevant literature and demonstrates the role of HRD in identifying, measuring, and managing intangible knowledge assets in organizations. The article argues that in the 21st century, organizations are faced with ...
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Abstract This issue overview introduces the problem, purpose, significance, and need for studying emotional intelligence (EI) and performance in the workplace. The concept of EI is first defined and followed by a collage of scholarly... more
Abstract This issue overview introduces the problem, purpose, significance, and need for studying emotional intelligence (EI) and performance in the workplace. The concept of EI is first defined and followed by a collage of scholarly pieces providing various perspectives on EI and performance in the workplace. Because improved performance through learning is one of the main intended outcomes of HRD, the contribution of EI and performance research to HRD theory and practice is highlighted and discussed. A preview of the nature of each ...
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the relationship among training design, trainee motivation and work environment on the transfer of learning for teachers enrolled in a continuing professional education (CPE) training... more
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the relationship among training design, trainee motivation and work environment on the transfer of learning for teachers enrolled in a continuing professional education (CPE) training program and the confirmation of potential positive, predictive relationships of trainee motivation, work environment and training design to transfer of learning. This study investigated the contribution of training efficiency and relevance as measured by the training design; work environment as measured by work autonomy, work complexity and work variability; and trainee’s motivation of training (learning- and job-oriented) to the transfer of knowledge and skills from the training program to their workplace. Both direct and indirect effects of mentioned components on the learning transfer were explored. Design/methodology/approach This study included 160 teachers working in high-needs schools with large numbers of English learners (ELs) Southwest USA. Teac...
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This issue overview introduces the problem, purpose, significance, and need for studying emotional intelligence (EI) and performance in the workplace. The concept of EI is first defined and followed by a collage of scholarly pieces... more
This issue overview introduces the problem, purpose, significance, and need for studying emotional intelligence (EI) and performance in the workplace. The concept of EI is first defined and followed by a collage of scholarly pieces providing various perspectives on EI and performance in the workplace. Because improved performance through learning is one of the main intended outcomes of HRD, the contribution of EI and performance research to HRD theory and practice is highlighted and discussed. A preview of the nature of each piece in this collage of scholarship and how it contributes to our understanding of the link between EI and workplace performance is then offered. Keywords emotional intelligence, workplace performance, HRD This issue of Advances in Developing Human Resources focuses on emotional intelligence (EI), an important construct that is becoming a core concept in support of basic human resource development theory, research, and practice. On the value of EI at the workpl...
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the antecedents and consequences of employee engagement (EE) in global research and Vietnamese business context. Design/methodology/approach This review was conducted in the following order:... more
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the antecedents and consequences of employee engagement (EE) in global research and Vietnamese business context. Design/methodology/approach This review was conducted in the following order: an integrative review for garnering drivers and outcomes of EE in global research, followed by a narrative review for selecting variables relevant to Vietnamese businesses. Findings In EE global research, a 3 × 3 findings framework was devised. Three antecedent clusters included the internal environment, job-related and employee-related factors. EE resulted in three outcome clusters: intra-role behaviors, extra-role behaviors and personal development and growth. In Vietnamese businesses, few studies existed on organizational learning and organizational support as EE antecedents, whereas turnover intention was examined the most as an EE outcome. Research limitations/implications The search was limited to EE-related peer-reviewed articles in Business...
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Purpose – The purpose of this paper was to identify pertinent studies on the important issue of student engagement strategies in online courses and to establish from empirical studies student engagement strategies that work.... more
Purpose – The purpose of this paper was to identify pertinent studies on the important issue of student engagement strategies in online courses and to establish from empirical studies student engagement strategies that work. Design/methodology/approach – The paper adopted the literature review approach. The authors conducted a thorough and systematic search of the literature to find empirical studies focusing on online engagement strategies within the field of education and distance learning. To generate as many relevant publications as possible, both manual and electronic searches were conducted. The databases used included; Academic Search Complete (Ebsco), Social Sciences Full Text (Wilson), ProQuest Education Journals, ProQuest Dissertation and Thesis, ProQuest Central, Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCIISI), ERIC, (Ebsco), SAGE Full-Text Collection (CSA), Google Scholar and Emerald. Findings – The results of this paper revealed the several factors that can create engaging lea...
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The problem and the solution. In traditional African society, adult learning was viewed as holistic learning for life and work and formed the foundation of many African societies. It was used as a process of breaking down barriers and of... more
The problem and the solution. In traditional African society, adult learning was viewed as holistic learning for life and work and formed the foundation of many African societies. It was used as a process of breaking down barriers and of combating social exclusion. With the current transitions taking place in Africa, less emphasis is being placed on adult learning. The issue of how adults learn in different societies and the philosophy that guides the adult-learning process in the workplace is an important theme for adult education and human resource development scholars and practitioners. This article seeks to bridge the existing gap in terms of the contribution of the African ubuntuism paradigm to adult learning in the workplace.
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Abstract: As countries of the world become increasingly interdependant, there is growing awareness among policy makers that governments in both developed and developing countries face common questions of social policy. The financing of... more
Abstract: As countries of the world become increasingly interdependant, there is growing awareness among policy makers that governments in both developed and developing countries face common questions of social policy. The financing of education is no exception. The major issues faced by governments with regard to financing of higher education include: who should attend college; who should pay the cost of higher education; and what the appropriate contribution of the family, the student and the public should be in ...
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PurposeThe purpose of this study is to highlight the main factors that affect the management of the WGs' Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in Kakamega District and Africa in general.Design/methodology/approachThe study adopted a... more
PurposeThe purpose of this study is to highlight the main factors that affect the management of the WGs' Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in Kakamega District and Africa in general.Design/methodology/approachThe study adopted a descriptive research design. This is because the study was concerned about a univariate question in which the researchers asked about the size, form distribution and existence of factors affecting management of the Women Groups' (WGs) MSEs. The study created a profile on variables affecting WGs' MSEs through collection of data and the tabulation of the frequencies on the research variables and their interaction. Systematic random sampling was used to select the sample. This technique resulted in a sample size of 310 respondents distributed as follows: 95 WGs leaders; 143 group and community members; and 72 donor, government and non‐governmental agents.FindingsThe study found that the factors that affect management of WGs' MSEs could be categ...
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The purpose of this exploratory study was to identify probable deficiencies in the constructs of communication climate and organizational learning readiness, and to validate their essential relationship to learning motivation, job... more
The purpose of this exploratory study was to identify probable deficiencies in the constructs of communication climate and organizational learning readiness, and to validate their essential relationship to learning motivation, job satisfaction, and worker commitment in technology service enterprises. A total of 225 usable surveys were collected from employees in six Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). The results of the study revealed statistically significant differences in organizational learning readiness variables for department type, role, and education level of employees among the six enterprises studied. The study’s results also indicated statistically significant correlations existed among job satisfaction and variables of organizational learning readiness. As confirmed in this study, in high-tech industry, such as Information Technology service, knowledge sharing and organizational learning has become an essential focus and responsibility for many Human Resource mana...
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Purpose – The main purpose of using technology in the delivery of virtual learning programs in higher education in Africa is to ensure access and equity as a strategy to develop human resources. Examining how specific educational... more
Purpose – The main purpose of using technology in the delivery of virtual learning programs in higher education in Africa is to ensure access and equity as a strategy to develop human resources. Examining how specific educational innovations in higher education are working is necessary. The purpose of this study is to examine the World Bank ' s education policies in Africa with special focus on AVU Kenyatta University Project. In addition, the paper seeks to critically examine the use of information technology (IT) distance learning project initiated by the World Bank in Kenya. The project served as an important pioneering role to eLearning in Africa. Design/methodology/approach – To achieve the primary purpose of the study, a critical analysis of relevant literature was conducted. The literature search included computerized search of accessible and available material on AVU and distance education in Africa. Findings – The results of the study show that AVU ' s design and im...
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The purpose of this research was to review an aspect of the evaluation process by sharing the responses of a recent client survey from almost 7,000 stakeholders of the Arkansas' Education Service Cooperative. The objectives of this... more
The purpose of this research was to review an aspect of the evaluation process by sharing the responses of a recent client survey from almost 7,000 stakeholders of the Arkansas' Education Service Cooperative. The objectives of this study were to determine the degree of use and level of client satisfaction of professional development programs offered by this entity. The study also sought to identify suggestions for improving or expanding services and it contrasts the limitations of an audit by survey versus an extensive ...
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This study sought to determine the relationship between four independent variables educational level, longevity, gender, type of enterprise, and the dependent variable respondents ’ perception of culture toward organizational learning... more
This study sought to determine the relationship between four independent variables educational level, longevity, gender, type of enterprise, and the dependent variable respondents ’ perception of culture toward organizational learning readiness. An exploratory correlational research design was employed to survey 498 employees in seven small business enterprises in the southern and Midwestern United States. The results indicated a large portion of the variance in the dependent variable was explained by the variable enterprise type.
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EDITOR’S NOTE: The authors asked to write a response to Wang and Swanson (2008), an arti-cle that appeared in last issue of Human Resource Development Review. A reaction by Wang and Swanson to this response is scheduled to appear in the... more
EDITOR’S NOTE: The authors asked to write a response to Wang and Swanson (2008), an arti-cle that appeared in last issue of Human Resource Development Review. A reaction by Wang and Swanson to this response is scheduled to appear in the next issue of the journal. The authors wish to express their appreciation to Jason Moats, doctoral student in human resource development at Texas A&M University, for his useful feedback on versions of the draft of this article.
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Most Sub-Saharan African countries attained political independence with populations faced with a myriad of problems. Among them were diseases, poverty, illiteracy, ethnic strife and political upheavals. Seeking solutions to these problems... more
Most Sub-Saharan African countries attained political independence with populations faced with a myriad of problems. Among them were diseases, poverty, illiteracy, ethnic strife and political upheavals. Seeking solutions to these problems has not been a concern not only for African leaders and policy makers. The Bretton Woods institutions, and leaders from developed nations have been involved in this search. Several development theories and approaches have been formulated by scholars and leaders geared toward a diagnosis and treatment of the problems of underdevelopment in Africa. Some of the theories developed and prescribed for Africa include modernisation, post modernism, post structuralism, and dependency. As a result of unimpressive performance of these development strategies, a new neo-liberal theory seeking to bring about economic development in Sub-Saharan Africa has emerged. Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), the United States’ trade rule that came into force in Octo...
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PurposeThe primary purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between a positive style of leadership, specifically authentic leadership, and organizational justice perceptions of employees' in the hotel industry. The... more
PurposeThe primary purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between a positive style of leadership, specifically authentic leadership, and organizational justice perceptions of employees' in the hotel industry. The following research questions guided the study: What relationship existed between hotel employees' perception toward authentic leadership and organizational justice? What relationship existed between hotel employees' perception toward authentic leadership and distributive justice, procedural justice, interactional justice and informational justice dimensions? What relationship existed among hotel employees' perception toward organizational justice, authentic leadership and their demographic background?.Design/methodology/approachThe study approached the research questions from a quantitative, non-experimental research perspective utilizing a cross-sectional survey and descriptive correlational design, which describes the relationship or assoc...
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The Problem This issue of Advances addresses an important and so far largely unexplored area of practice and research: Talent management and development (TMD) in emerging market economies. Given the growing importance of the emerging... more
The Problem This issue of Advances addresses an important and so far largely unexplored area of practice and research: Talent management and development (TMD) in emerging market economies. Given the growing importance of the emerging markets, understanding how current and future talents in these countries are educated and trained is a matter of high priority for academics, business executives, and policy makers worldwide. However, systematic studies of TMD in emerging markets and especially English-language publications on this topic are scarce. We hope that this work closes an important gap in the academic literature by bridging TMD studies and research on emerging markets, and by providing analysis of TMD practices in a number of key emerging economies. The Solution TMD is one of the important areas of focus for human resource development (HRD) researchers and practitioners. Most research on TMD is conducted in the West, while the current state and indigenous practices of TMD in t...
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The Problem It has been argued correctly that of all the resources that nations are endowed with including physical resources such as land, gas, oil, mineral resources, and financial resources, the most durable resource is people. It is... more
The Problem It has been argued correctly that of all the resources that nations are endowed with including physical resources such as land, gas, oil, mineral resources, and financial resources, the most durable resource is people. It is also a truism that regions endowed with large populations such as Brazil, China, and India are now emerging nations with very strong and growing economies. As the world of work changes globally, the demand for talent development is becoming one of the greatest opportunities for profit and nonprofit organizations in emerging economies such as Kenya. Africa with its young and educated population and its competition for talent poses both opportunities and challenges as the continent tries to address this critical component. Nowhere is this opportunity for talent development (TD) more urgent than in Kenya. The Solution Given the rising of Africa’s youth population and the need to develop talent in this region of the world, there is no easy or ready-made ...
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... Malawi Polytechnic, Blantyre, 16-17. Ndegwa, Philip (1985). Africa's Development Crisis and Related International Issues. Nairobi, Kenya: Heinemann. ... Policy, Planning and Management in Technical and Vocational Education. Paris:... more
... Malawi Polytechnic, Blantyre, 16-17. Ndegwa, Philip (1985). Africa's Development Crisis and Related International Issues. Nairobi, Kenya: Heinemann. ... Policy, Planning and Management in Technical and Vocational Education. Paris: UNESCO. World Bank (1988). ...
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The concept of adult learning has gained importance in this knowledge revolution era and there exist a plethora of literature in the field of adult education focusing primarily on principles of adult learning and how these principles... more
The concept of adult learning has gained importance in this knowledge revolution era and there exist a plethora of literature in the field of adult education focusing primarily on principles of adult learning and how these principles impact teaching and learning. Little attention has been paid to teaching of disadvantaged adults especially adult immigrant learners. This paper explores some of the issues facing adult immigrant learners enrolled in adult education, human resource development and career and technical education programs. It discusses the characteristics of adult immigrant learners and the learning barriers faced by this distinct group of adult learners. Also examined is the need for adult educators to understand the needs and experiences of adult immigrant learners to effectively plan and deliver adult education, career and technical education, and human resource development programs to this segment of the population.
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ABSTRACT While universities world over are undergoing reforms and change, in the case of African universities as illustrated in this book, the reforms and changes are profound and can best be described as transformative. This book is... more
ABSTRACT While universities world over are undergoing reforms and change, in the case of African universities as illustrated in this book, the reforms and changes are profound and can best be described as transformative. This book is unique in many ways, which makes it extraordinary. First, unlike other books that have examined issues on higher education in Africa from externalist positions, the contributors to this book are scholars who have been educated, are currently teaching in African universities or have taught in African universities. The book specifically focuses on transformations in the governance of African universities and its implications on equity, entrepreneurship, innovation, quality assurance, information and communication technologies (ICTs), and reform issues in higher education in Africa. The book presents pertinent research on governance in African universities in an experiential and empirical manner. The contributors of the book chapters include individuals actively involved in teaching, researching and governance of higher education institutions in Africa. The chapters are based on empirical data, including review of relevant literature. The book also recognizes that university governance is more than just crisis in financial or economic issues, but includes best management practices, shared governance, meaningful reforms, strategic planning, consultation, transparency and accountability, client (students, lecturers, parents and the public) satisfaction, as well as the role of the university in development. The contributions take cognizance of the fact that governance as a concept is facing fundamental changes in the context of global knowledge economy, and African local conditions. Contributors also take cognizance of the fact that one important source of change in Africa has been the accelerating speed of scientific and technological advancement in learning at universities where lifelong learning programs, adult learning programs, distance and online learning are relatively new. The chapters are also sensitive to new changes in gender, demographical, technological, education reforms, social and economic transformations in the governance of African universities. The book is basically an academic book for use by undergraduates and graduate students at universities, policy makers and formulators in African ministries of Education; supra national organizations, foreign organizations working in Africa, NGOs and CBOs as well as development stakeholders, and community organizers. CONTENTS Foreword. Acknowledgments. Introduction, Fredrick M. Nafukho and Beverly J. Irby. Entrepreneurial Leadership and the Transformations of African Universities, Fredrick M. Nafukho and Helen M. A. Muyia. Social Capital Theory and Implications for Governing Resource Accumulation in the African University, Jane Nyakecho Omalla Khayesi. The Role of the Alumni in the Governance and Financing of Universities in Africa, Fredrick Q. Gravenir. Governance of Public Universities in Kenya: A Scholar-Practitioner’s Perspective, Olive M. Mugenda. The Role of Program Coordinators in the Management of Universities: A Perspective From a Private University, Damary Sikalieh. Organization and Governance of African Universities: The Case of Cameroon, Margaret Khumbah Mbeseha. Professional Development of Mathematics and Science Teachers: The Role of Universities in Kenya, John Mungai Njoroge and Sophy Njoki Njiru. Reexamining External Examination Practice in Undergraduate Education in Kenya’s Public Universities: Issues and Challenges, George Okoth Jawuor, George Onyango Adino, and Norbert Ogeta. Reforms and Innovations in Teacher Education: Facilitator of Access, Quality, and Equity as Emerging Issues in Education in Kenya, Patrick A. Kafu and Genvieve N. Simwelo. Organization of Teaching Practice (TP) for Teacher Trainees in Kenyan Universities: Which Way? Dickson S. O. Owiti. A Curriculum That Links Education to Industry to Meet the Demands of the Kenya Vision 2030, Misia M. M. Kadenyi and Florence Kanorio Kisirkoi. Gender Policy as a Management Strategy in Education, Lillian Otieno-Omutoko and Phoebe Mwaura. Research in Institutions of Higher Education in Africa: Challenges and Prospects, Florence Muthoni Itegi and Felicita Wanjiru Njuguna. About the Contributors.
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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore implications of motivational potential that are highly correlated to the self-determination theory (SDT) (intrinsic motivating factors), in relation to corporate social responsibility... more
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore implications of motivational potential that are highly correlated to the self-determination theory (SDT) (intrinsic motivating factors), in relation to corporate social responsibility (CSR). This paper specifies key antecedents of engagement within the theoretical framework of the self-determination theory as it relates to employee engagement and CSR. Design/methodology/approach – The methods used for the purpose of this paper include a review of the relevant literature utilizing the descriptors of employee engagement, SDT and CSR. Alternative descriptors were not queried. The authors then selected articles that were found to be most cited, reviewed such articles and began to analyze the literature, synthesize and formulate connections. Findings – Based on research findings, a conceptual model was formulated and posited for research and practice. It is demonstrated in the paper that employee engagement has a wide range of benefits fo...
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The purpose of this research was to explore some of the most prevalent methods for conducting Levels 4 and 5 of technical training evaluation among large organizations with a preponderance of technical talent. The researchers collected... more
The purpose of this research was to explore some of the most prevalent methods for conducting Levels 4 and 5 of technical training evaluation among large organizations with a preponderance of technical talent. The researchers collected data through a survey and conducted interviews with select study participants. The sample size for the study (n = 26) comprised predominantly large, global organizations in technical industries. While a larger percentage of organizations have been found than in previous research to conduct Level 4 evaluations, few conduct Level 5 evaluations for their technical training, and most of the participant organizations struggle with advanced analytical techniques for technical training evaluation. The article summarizes some of the most prevalent training evaluation models reported in the literature since 2000, and provides useful examples from study participants of how they evaluated their technical training at Levels 3 and 4, along with their advice to fellow technical training and performance improvement professionals. Although the study was exploratory in nature and utilized a small sample size, the study is only the second study since 2000 to specifically explore the evaluation practices of large organizations with a focus on technical training as opposed to general training.
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The purpose of this research was to explore some of the most prevalent methods for conducting Levels 4 and 5 of technical training evaluation among large organizations with a preponderance of technical talent. The researchers collected... more
The purpose of this research was to explore some of the most prevalent methods for conducting Levels 4 and 5 of technical training evaluation among large organizations with a preponderance of technical talent. The researchers collected data through a survey and conducted interviews with select study participants. The sample size for the study (n = 26) comprised predominantly large, global organizations in technical industries. While a larger percentage of organizations have been found than in previous research to conduct Level 4 evaluations, few conduct Level 5 evaluations for their technical training, and most of the participant organizations struggle with advanced analytical techniques for technical training evaluation. The article summarizes some of the most prevalent training evaluation models reported in the literature since 2000, and provides useful examples from study participants of how they evaluated their technical training at Levels 3 and 4, along with their advice to fel...
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Keywords: self-awareness; intelligence quotient; self-regulation process; interpersonal skills Summary This chapter contains sections titled: Why the Interest in Emotional Intelligence? What Is Emotional Intelligence? HRD Graduate... more
Keywords: self-awareness; intelligence quotient; self-regulation process; interpersonal skills Summary This chapter contains sections titled: Why the Interest in Emotional Intelligence? What Is Emotional Intelligence? HRD Graduate Programs How the Discipline of HRD Can Use Emotional Intelligence to Develop Human Resources Conclusion
Research Interests: Marketing, Emotion, Artificial Intelligence, Teacher Education, Higher Education, and 10 moreEmotional intelligence, Accounting, Multiple Intelligences, Gender Equality, Emotion Regulation, Social Intelligence, Self awareness, Social Emotional Learning, Interpersonal Skills, and Intelligence quotient
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... by Coon, Kristin L., Ph.D., SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY AT CARBONDALE, 2008, 149 pages; 3383544. Abstract: Coping and career decision making have been extensively investigated separately, yet few studies (eg, O'Hare... more
... by Coon, Kristin L., Ph.D., SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY AT CARBONDALE, 2008, 149 pages; 3383544. Abstract: Coping and career decision making have been extensively investigated separately, yet few studies (eg, O'Hare & Beutell, 1987; O'Hare & Tamburri, 1986 ...
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ED501604 - Work Climate, Organizational Commitment, and Highway Safety in the Trucking Industry: Toward Causal Modeling of Large Truck Crashes.
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The core mission of the World Bank is to assist countries worldwide to reduce poverty by focusing on the institutional, structural and social aspects of development (World Bank, 2001). The purpose of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)... more
The core mission of the World Bank is to assist countries worldwide to reduce poverty by focusing on the institutional, structural and social aspects of development (World Bank, 2001). The purpose of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is to promote international financial stability, macro-economic stability and growth of member countries by regulating monetary, fiscal, and exchange rate policies. The World Bank and the IMF work together toward achieving these missions of socio-cultural and economic development in various ...
Abstract: This study's primary purpose was to determine the relationship between leadership and the dependent variable organizational learning readiness at three locations of a small-size business enterprise in the Mid-Western United... more
Abstract: This study's primary purpose was to determine the relationship between leadership and the dependent variable organizational learning readiness at three locations of a small-size business enterprise in the Mid-Western United States. Surveys were acquired within an exploratory correlational research design and the results indicated leadership explained a large degree of the variance in the dependent variable. The results offer HRD practitioners targets for deficiency interventions within the systems and structures of small-size ...
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Abstract: This study was designed to determine the degree of use, level of client satisfaction of professional development and educational services, and to identify suggestions for improving services. Results from a mixed methodology... more
Abstract: This study was designed to determine the degree of use, level of client satisfaction of professional development and educational services, and to identify suggestions for improving services. Results from a mixed methodology approach indicated moderate to high levels of satisfaction in two program areas and moderate to high levels of dissatisfaction in a third program area. Responses to open ended questions revealed specific rationale concerning dissatisfaction in technology support and four professional development areas ...
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Purpose–The use of teams in organizations given the current trend toward globalization, population changes, and an aging workforce, especially in high-income countries, makes the issue of diverse team building critical. The purpose of... more
Purpose–The use of teams in organizations given the current trend toward globalization, population changes, and an aging workforce, especially in high-income countries, makes the issue of diverse team building critical. The purpose of this paper is to explore the issue of team diversity and team performance through the examination of theory and empirical research. Specifically, the paper seeks to answer the question:“How might individuals with diverse characteristics such as culture, age, work experience, educational background, ...
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Abstract: Despite economic theory postulating that increases in investment in human capital and physical capital leads to increase in economic growth, in the Kenyan case, this has not been true. This paper empirically examines the... more
Abstract: Despite economic theory postulating that increases in investment in human capital and physical capital leads to increase in economic growth, in the Kenyan case, this has not been true. This paper empirically examines the contribution of human capital and physical capital to economic growth in Kenya. Measures to be undertaken by higher education institutions in revamping Kenya's real economic growth by investing in human resource development are recommended.(Contains 1 table.)
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Abstract: This study sought to determine the relationship between four independent variables educational level, longevity, gender, type of enterprise, and the dependent variable respondents' perception of culture toward... more
Abstract: This study sought to determine the relationship between four independent variables educational level, longevity, gender, type of enterprise, and the dependent variable respondents' perception of culture toward organizational learning readiness. An exploratory correlational research design was employed to survey 498 employees in seven small business enterprises in the southern and Midwestern United States. The results indicated a large portion of the variance in the dependent variable was explained by the ...
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This paper examines the responses of Kenya's public universities to resource dependence difficulties arising mainly from public finance challenges. The study shows how Kenya's public universities have attempted to hedge against... more
This paper examines the responses of Kenya's public universities to resource dependence difficulties arising mainly from public finance challenges. The study shows how Kenya's public universities have attempted to hedge against declines in state funding by actively, and purposively exploiting the opportunities in their institutional environments. The universities have not only managed to creatively circumvent a rather restrictive policy environment to pursue economic self-determination, but have also assumed an ...
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Abstract: This paper discusses the results of a study involving data gathered from a heterogeneous sample of organizations within a four-states region of the Midwestern United States. The main objective of this research was to determine... more
Abstract: This paper discusses the results of a study involving data gathered from a heterogeneous sample of organizations within a four-states region of the Midwestern United States. The main objective of this research was to determine the frequency and prevalence of career development practices and their perceived effectiveness among human resource executives. The results of the study show the demographics, status, and selected practices of the organizational career development systems utilized by the respondents.(Contains 2 ...
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The emergence of Institutes of Technology in Kenya can be traced back to 1971 when local self-help committees throughout the country raised large sums of money for the establishment of" Harambee" Institutes of Technology.... more
The emergence of Institutes of Technology in Kenya can be traced back to 1971 when local self-help committees throughout the country raised large sums of money for the establishment of" Harambee" Institutes of Technology. Harambee means pulling or putting resources together on a self-help basis (Nafukho, 1994). The objective was to provide post-secondary education in vocational and technical training, which the government alone was unable to provide. Thus, the central government assisted the Institutes of Technology (IT) ...
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Abstract: Career development has been explored extensively in the literature because of its benefits to individuals and the organizations. Career transitions across and within organizations is receiving attention in this knowledge era.... more
Abstract: Career development has been explored extensively in the literature because of its benefits to individuals and the organizations. Career transitions across and within organizations is receiving attention in this knowledge era. Limited studies however, have been undertaken to determine how individuals and organizations are coping with career transitions within and across organizations. This paper reviews pertinent literature and shows that individuals must be proactive and be prepared to manage their own careers.
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As the countries of the world become increasingly interdependent, there is growing awareness among policy makers that governments in both developed and developing countries face common questions of social policy ...
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Despite economic theory postulating that increases in investment in human capital and physical capital leads to increase in economic growth, in the Kenyan case, this has not been true. This paper empirically examines the contribution of... more
Despite economic theory postulating that increases in investment in human capital and physical capital leads to increase in economic growth, in the Kenyan case, this has not been true. This paper empirically examines the contribution of human capital and physical capital to economic growth in Kenya. Measures to be undertaken by higher education institutions in revamping Kenya's real economic growth by investing in human resource development are recommended.
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The emergence of Institutes of Technology in Kenya can be traced back to 1971 when local self-help committees throughout the country raised large sums of money for the establishment of "Harambee" Institutes of Technology.... more
The emergence of Institutes of Technology in Kenya can be traced back to 1971 when local self-help committees throughout the country raised large sums of money for the establishment of "Harambee" Institutes of Technology. Harambee means pulling or putting resources together on a self-help basis (Nafukho, 1994). The objective was to provide post-secondary education in vocational and technical training, which the government alone was unable to provide. Thus, the central government assisted the Institutes of Technology (IT) by providing learning facilities and paying the trainers. The parents and local communities, on the other hand, ensured a steady supply of physical facilities by contributing funds that were used in the construction of laboratories, workshops, classrooms, and student hostels.