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Academic Research International ISSN: 2223-9553
Academic Research International
ISSN-L:2223-9553 Online
ISSN:2223-9944 Print
Issue: Vol.4, Number 1,
January-February 2013
Articles:52
Pages:500
Part I: Social Sciences and Humanities
1. QUALITY IMPROVEMENT APPROACH FOR REVIEWING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF CURRICULA
Chi-Cheng Chang
Lunghwa University of Science and Technology,
TAIWAN.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 11-21
2. TRANSFORMATION OF THE CONCEPT OF CHILDHOOD IN TURKEY
Dr. Emrah Akbaş
Department of Social Work,
Hacettepe University, Feas,
TURKEY.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 22-28
3. LEARNING, INSTRUCTION & DESIGN THEORIES
Patricia Allen Carbonell
Capella University, Minneapolis, Minnesota,
USA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 29-39
4. THE COMPETENCE OF TEACHER AS HUMAN RESOURCES AT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL OF KEDIRI CITY, EAST JAVA PROVINCE
Ratna Setyarahajoe, Irtanto
Faculty of Social and Political Sciences,
Bhayangkara Surabaya University,
INDONESIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 40-49
5. SWOT ANALYSIS OF GROWTH OF WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS IN DAR-ES-SALAAM TANZANIA
Masese Chuma Benard, Kebande Rigworo Victor
Department of Computer Studies, Kampala International University
Dar-es-Salaam College,
TANZANIA, & Ergeton University Nakuru, KENYA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 50-58
6. MOTIVATIONAL FACTORS OF SOMALI WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS IN BENADIR REGION
Dr. Abdel Hafiez Ali, Ali Yassin Sheikh Ali
Faculty of Business Studies,
Sudan University of Science and Technology,
SUDAN.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 59-72
7. HOW REFLECTIVE PRACTICE IMPROVES TEACHERS’ CLASSROOM TEACHING SKILLS: CASE OF COMMUNITY BASED SCHOOLS IN DISTRICT CHITRAL, KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA
Iqbal Ahmad, Hamdan Said, Alam Zeb, Shahfiq ur Rehman, Shabir Ahmad, Wajid Khan
Department of Education, & Department of Management Studies, University of Malakand; PAKISTAN, &
School of Graduate Studies, University of Technology,
MALAYSIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 73-81
8. ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES USED IN ART AND DESIGN MAIN STUDY AT TEACHER EDUCATION LEVEL IN ZIMBABWE: VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY
Dairai Darlington Dziwa
Curriculum Studies Department, Faculty of Education,
Great Zimbabwe University,
Masvingo,
ZIMBABWE.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 82-92
9. SOCIO-ECONOMIC PROBLEMS OF PERSONS WITH OLD AGE IN DISTRICT DIR LOWER KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA, PAKISTAN
Hamid Alam, Farman Ali, Umar Daraz, Waqar Ahmad,Ibrahim
Department of Sociology and Social Work, University of Malakand,
PAKISTAN.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 93-100
10. MORAL DETERIORATION: THE REFLECTION ON EMERGING STREET YOUTH GANGS IN MUSOMA, TANZANIA
Faustine Bwire Masath
Department of Educational Psychology, Dar-es-Salaam University College of Education, University of Dar-es-Salaam,
TANZANIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 101-111
11. TEACHING ENGLISH IN SAUDI ARABIA: PROSPECTS AND CHALLENGES
Dr. Mohd. Mahib-ur-Rahman, Dr. Eid Alhaisoni
Department of English Language, Najran University, & University of Hail,
SAUDI ARABIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 112-118
12. A STUDY OF THE LIBRARY READING HABITS OF STUDENTS OF SENIOR SECONDARY SECTION IN SOME IN eNGLISH MEDIUM SCHOOLS OF MANDLESHWAR CITY
Dr. Shri Krishna Mishra, Badri Yadav
Shri Kanwartara Institute for Teacher’s Training,
Mandleshwar, Dist.Khargone, M.P.,
INDIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 119-128
13. ENHANCING THE TEACHER PROFESSION: KEY TO REVAMPING THE EDUCATION SECTOR IN NIGERIA
N. M. Kamoh, L. S. Ughili, and A. A. Abada
Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Bingham University, Karu, Nasarawa State, & Department of Science, Plateau State Polytechnic, Barkin Ladi, Bukuru, Plateau State,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 129-139
14. GENDER BIASED PARENTAL ATTITUDES TOWARDS EDUCATION: A CASE STUDY OF VILLAGE DASUHA, DISTRICT FAISALABAD
Mamonah Ambreen, Anwaar Mohyuddin
DNFCE, Faculty of Education, Allama Iqbal Open University, & Department of Anthropology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad,
PAKISTAN.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 140-147
15. RISING INFLATION AND WOMEN ADOPTION OF DOMESTIC WORK
Kokab Rashid Lone, Anwaar Mohyuddin
Department of Anthropology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad,
PAKISTAN.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 148-156
16. APTITUDE OF GOMAL UNIVERSITY STUDENT TOWARD SELF-EMPLOYMENT
Liaquat Hussain, Allah Noor, Dr. Rahmatullah Shah, Kiran Maroof, Muhammad Junaid Siraji
IER Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, IER Bannu University, Bannu, University Wensam College Dera Ismail Khan, KPK,
PAKISTAN.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 157-164
17. WHAT IS IT THAT KEEPS GOOD TEACHERS IN THE TEACHING PROFESSION? A REFLECTION ON TEACHER RETENTION
Patrick Kavenuke
Dar es Salaam University College of Education,
TANZANIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 165-175
18. UNIVERSITY FEMALE UNDERGRADUATES’ LEVEL OF AWARENESS OF MID-AGE MORPHOLOGIC EXPANSION AMONG NIGERIAN FEMALE ADULT POPULATION
Dr. Elvis I. Agbonlahor, Prof Dr.. E.O. Agwubike, Samuel A. Olikiabor
Department of Health, Environmental and Human Kinetics,
University of Benin,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 176-183
19. ROLE OF MEDIA IN PROMOTING BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS AMONG CHILDREN WITH ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Prof. Dr. Anjum Bano Kazimi, Amatul Zehra
Department of Education, Sindh Madressatul Islam University,
PAKISTAN, & Faculty of Computer System & Software Engineering, Universiti Malaysia, Pahang, MALAYSIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 184-192
20. AFRICA DIGESTS THE WEST: A REVIEW OF MODERNISM AND THE INFLUENCE OF PATRONS-CUM BROKERS ON THE STYLE AND FORM OF SOUTHERN EASTERN AND CENTRAL AFRICAN ART
Phibion Kangai, Joseph George Mupondi
Department of Teacher Education, University of Zimbabwe,&
Curriculum Studies Department, Great Zimbabwe University,
ZIMBABWE.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 193-200
21. AN APPRAISAL OF AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION (APA) STYLE: THE NOVICE ACADEMIA IN FOCUS
Dr. Suleiman A. Ahmad, Tata Umar Sa’ad
Education Technology Department, College of Education, Azare, Bauchi State,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 201-214
22. EFFECTS OF INDUSTRIAL ENVIRONMENT ON HEALTH STATUS OF WORKERS: A CASE OF NOON SUGAR MILL BHALWAL
Rubina Asad, Shariqa Jubeen, Shahid Iqbal
University of Sargodha,
PAKISTAN.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 215-222
23. THE EFFECT OF PROPORTIONATE AMOUNT OF TIME ON THE STUDENTS’ PERFORMANCE TEACHING ENGLISH POEMS AT HIGHER SECONDARY LEVEL IN PAKISTAN
Allah Noor Khan, Dr. Asaf Naiwaz, Dr. Muhammad Shah
IER, Gomal University Dera Ismail Khan, Department of Education,
University of Haripur, Qurtaba University KPK,
PAKISTAN.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 223-231
24. ATTITUDES AND VIEWS OF TEACHERS TOWARDS STUDENTS’ SEXUAL RELATIONSHIPS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN TANZANIA
Budeba Petro Mlyakado
Dar es Salaam University College of Education,
TANZANIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 232-241
25. THE ROLE OF HEAD-TEACHER IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP EDUCATION IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS
Dr. Ogbonna Nwuju Ememe, Dr. Stella Chinasa Ezeh, Dr. Cecilia A. Ekemezie
Department of Educational Management,
University of Port-Harcourt; Department of Educational Foundation,
& Department of Educational Management and Policy, Federal College of Education (T) Umunze,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 242-249
26. A WOMAN’S DRESS: THE ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE
Dr Sulaiman Sheu Adua
Department of Islamic, Christian and Comparative Religious Studies,
Kwara State University, Malete,
Kwara State,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 250-254
27. EFFECTIVENESS OF SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEES IN FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT IN CHIMANIMANI WEST CIRCUIT PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN ZIMBABWE
Joyce Nyandoro, John Mapfumo, Richard Makoni
Elis Gledhill, Faculty of Education, Africa University, Mutare,
ZIMBABWE.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 255-274
28. INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ PERCEPTION OF ECOTOURISM IN CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA
Ojong, Felix E; Eja,Eja I; Undelikwo, Veronica .A Agbor, Emmanuel A.
Department of Sociology, University of Calabar, &
Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Cross River University of Technology Calabar,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 275-281
29. INFLUENCE OF INTRINSIC AND EXTRINSIC REWARDS ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE: THE BANKING SECTOR OF PAKISTAN
Ismail Khan, Muhammad Shahid, Dr. Samina Nawab, Syed Sikander Wali
COMSATS, Wah Campus,
PAKISTAN.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 282-291
30. USING EDUCATIONAL MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING AND LEARNING PROCESSES: A CASE OF TRAINEE TEACHERS AT AFRICA UNIVERSITY
Victoria Oyedele, John Rwambiwa, Attwell Mamvuto
Africa University, & University of Zimbabwe,
ZIMBABWE.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 292-300
31. KEY MANAGEMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INDUSTRIAL AND SERVICE PROJECTS IN KENYA
Dr. Szumbah Mwanaongoro
Kisii University College, Constituent College of Egerton University,
KENYA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 301-313
32. CURRICULUM INNOVATION OR RENOVATION: FEASIBILITY IN ZIMBABWEAN SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Winnet Chindedza, Dairai D. Dziwa, Joseph George Mupondi
Curriculum Studies Department, Faculty of Education,
Great Zimbabwe University, Masvingo,
ZIMBABWE.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 314-319
Part II: Natural and Applied Sciences
33. DECOMPOSING OF SOA ON FILE TRANSFER of WEB SERVICE ON WINDOWS AND MOBILE ENVIRONMENTS
Abdulkarim Kanaan Jebna, Dr. Massudi Mahmuddin
College of Arts and Sciences, Universiti Utara & College of Arts and Sciences, Universiti Sains,
MALAYSIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 321-329
34. ADSORPTION OF METHYL RED AND METHYL ORANGE USING DIFFERENT TREE BARK POWDER
Paul Egwuonwu Dim
Department of Chemical Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Minna, NIGERIA , & Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, University of Nottingham,
UNITED KINGDOM.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 330-338
35. ANALYSIS OF JOB SATISFACTION OF ACADEMICIANS THROUGH THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORKS
Murat Akkaya, Ali Haydar
Department of Management Information Systems, & Department of Computer Engineering, Girne American University,Mersin,
TURKEY.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 339-345
36. INSTABILITY OF AXIALLY COMPRESSED CCCC THIN RECTANGULAR PLATE USING TAYLOR-MCLAURIN’S SERIES SHAPE FUNCTION ON RITZ METHOD
O. M. Ibearugbulem, J. C. Ezeh
Department of Civil Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Owerri,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 346-351
37. WATER ABSORPTION, FLAMMABILITY AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF LINEAR LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE/EGG SHELL COMPOSITE
S. C. Nwanonenyi, C.O. Chike–Onyegbula
Department of Polymer and Textile Engineering, Federal University of Technology Owerri, Imo State,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 352-358
38. STUDIES ON THE PROPERTIES OF PINE-APPLE LEAVES POWDER FILLED LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE
S. C. Nwanonenyi, P.I. Anyanwu
Department of Polymer and Textile Engineering, Federal University of Technology Owerri, Imo State,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 359-367
39. TRIPLE TEST AND PREGNANCY OUTCOME ASSOCIATION
Samira Feyzbakhsh, Reza Mozaffari, Ali Tajik, Maryam Zafarnia, Amir Fardmanesh
Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Javaheri Hospital,&
Department of Pathology, Javaheri Hospital, Non-communicable Disease Center, Ministry of Health,
IRAN.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 368-371
40. EFFECT OF COCONUT MILK SUBSTITUTION ON THE NUTRIENT AND SENSORY PROPERTIES OF MALTED AND UNMALTED SORGHUM OGI
Malomo Olu, Ogunmoyela O.A.B., Oluwajoba,S.O., Adekoyeni,O. O., Dania O., & Jimoh, O.
College of Food Sciences, Bells University of Technology, Ota, Ogun State,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 372-381
41. CONVERGENCE PROPERTIES OF THE MODIFIED NUMEROV RELATED BLOCK METHODS
Y.S. Awari, A.A. Abada
Department of Mathematics/Statistics, Bingham University, Karu,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 382-390
42. A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO SITE SELECTION FOR COMMUNICATION ANTENNAS AND THEIR SUPPORT STRUCTURES IN NIGERIA
Engr C.K. Agubor , Dr M.C. Ndinechi , Engr R.O. Opara
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering,
Federal University of Technology, Imo state,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 391-401
43. AGEISM IN TANZANIA'S HEALTH SECTOR: A REFLECTIVE INQUIRY AND INVESTIGATION
William Pastory
Dar es Salaam University College of Education,
TANZANIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 402-408
44. THE EFFECTS OF BAMBOO POWDER ON SOME MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF RECYCLED LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE (RLDPE) COMPOSITES
Innocent O. Eze, Dr. Innocent C. Madufor, Dr.Martin U. Obidiegwu
Department of Polymer and Textile Engineering,
Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 409-419
45. A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF SOME MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF BAMBOO POWDER FILLED VIGIN AND RECYCLED LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE COMPOSITES
Innocent O. Eze, Dr. Innocent C. Madufor, Dr.Martin U. Obidiegwu
Department of Polymer and Textile Engineering,
Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 420-430
46. SEVERITY INDEX ANALYSIS OF THE PROBLEMS OF OPTICAL FIBER COMMUNICATION IN NIGERIA:CASE STUDY OF SOUTH EASTERN NIGERIA
G. N. Ezeh, C.N. Ogbuehi, N Eleke, U.H Diala
Department of Electrical/Electronic Engineering,
Federal University of Technology, Owerri,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 431-438
47. POLYPROPYLENE FIBERS POTENTIALS IN THE IRAQI CEMENTITIOUS CONCRETE CONSTRUCTIONS
Arkan Radi Ali
Civil Department, Babil Technical Institute, Babil,
IRAQ.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 439-445
48. ADAPTABLE MODEL-DRIVEN ENGINEERING FOR FORMAL METHODS INTEGRATION WITH AGILE TECHNIQUES FOR DESIGN OF SOFTWARE SYSTEMS
Kebande Rigworo Victor
Department of Computer Science, Egerton University, Nakuru,
KENYA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 446-456
49. ON THE SPOT BRAZING AND SPOT SOLDERING OF TANTALUM
Fadhil A. Hashim, Raid K. Salim, Mouahid S. Jaffar
University of Technology, Baghdad;
Technical College, Baghdad,& Engineering College, Kufa University,Kufa,
IRAQ.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 457-467
50. INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS, MODELLING, SIMULATIONS AND THE APPLICATIONS
Opara, F. Kelechi, Nwaogwugwu, C. Nnanyereugo, Okorafor G. Nwaji
Department of Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 468-479
51. DIVERSITY INDEX ANALYSIS OF WATER SUPPLY FOR DOMESTIC PURPOSES TO ACHIEVE SUSTAINABILITY IN THE 12 LGA’S OF KATSINA SENATORIAL ZONE, KATSINA STATE
Murtala Rabiu, Rabiu Tukur
Department of Geography, Isa Kaita College of Education, Dutsin-ma &
Department of Geography and regional Planning, Federal University, Dutsin-ma, Katsina State,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 480-485
52. AN ASSESSMENT OF MULTI-PURPOSE USE OF ADANSONIA DIGITATA (BAOBAB TREE) FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN THE SEMI URBAN FRINGES OF DUTSINMA KATSINA STATE NIGERIA
Rabiu Tukur, Murtala Rabiu
Department of Geography and Regional Planning, Federal University, Dutsin-ma, & Geography Department, Isa Kaita College of Education Dutsin-ma Katsina State,
NIGERIA.
[Abstract] [Full Paper] Pages 486-494