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Application of ICTs in Transforming Agricultural Extension
(The Regional Institute of Information and Knowledge Management, 2020) Gwademba, Goudian Kilemba; Muthee, Daniel Wambiri; Masinde, Johnson Mulongo
Purpose - The purpose of this study was to investigate how extension service providers employed ICTs in transforming agricultural extension information service delivery in Tana River County, Kenya. The study examined how the application of ICTs can help to transform public extension service delivery thereby improving the farmers’ access to agricultural information. Methodology – Data was collected from 456 farmers in Tana River County in Kenya. The farmers were identified using simple random sampling. Data was collected using structured questionnaires and interview guides. Data analysis was performed using simple descriptive statistics. Findings - The findings revealed that there was limited application of ICTs in the dissemination of agricultural extension information in Tana River County, Kenya. However, where application was prominent, an increase in productivity was noted. Implications – The findings of this study may be used by the County Government of Tana River and the national Government of Kenya to improve agricultural productivity in the country through improved extension services. Originality – The study was an original research conducted in a remote food-insecure county in Kenya. It links agricultural productivity to effective access to extension information services supported by ICTs.
Approaches Made by University Libraries in Support of Inclusive Education: A Case of Kenyatta University Library, Nairobi- Kenya
(IISTE, 2021) Gichuhi, Zipporah; Karia, Mathew; Kirimi, Francis
Education sector is undergoing major transformations, rationalization, restructuring and redefinition. As an integral part of the university education, university libraries should be instrumental in responding to the changes taking place in university education and play a key role in this process. Although Inclusive Education is a new paradigm shift in the Education sector the provision of information and information services to all users has always been a cardinal principle of librarianship. The study sought to explore the approaches taken by Kenyatta University, post-modern library in support of inclusive education. Descriptive survey design was used. Findings revealed that the library structure was accessible and comfortable. A section on ground floor, well serviced and equipped was dedicated for users with disabilities. Information resources in different formants were available as well as varied Assistive technologies. A selected number of librarians had competencies in use of Assistive technologies. The approaches made by the library were rated as good. The ability to identify users with different forms of disabilities and changing technologies remain major challenges. The study recommends greater collaboration with other stakeholders in identification of special needs users, increase budget and train or deploys more staff in provision of various specialized information services.
Assessing Electronic Medical Records Readiness for Service Delivery in State Hospitals in Southwest Nigeria
(International Journal of Current Aspects, 2021) Ajayi, Stephen Adekunle; Wamae, Peter; Muthee, Daniel Wambiri
Electronic Medical Records (EMR) is an important communications channel relating to patient health conditions. Unfortunately, many hospitals in Africa, including Nigeria, have not implemented EMR. The few Hospitals that have some level of EMR continues are still struggling with the use of paper and hybrid medical records, which has led to inadequate medical follow-up, medical error, and long waiting time for patients. A sample size of three hundred and ninety-seven (397) was determined using krejcie and morgan models, comprising of strategic managers, and the operational staff drawn from a population of 2889 in the selected hospitals. Questionnaires were used for data collection. The study adopted a descriptive statistical analysis method to describe the existing medical records systems. The data from the quantitative method was presented in tables and figures. The findings indicated that management readiness which covers financial and political readiness was very low. In the area of readiness, which covers the availability of electronic record managers, the availability of ICT support staff, computer compatible medical devices, among others, was low. The study concluded that hospitals in Nigeria are not taking a adequate preparatory step in implementing EMR. Before embarking on the implementation of EMR, the study recommended that the selected hospitals should ensure there is the availability of fund, staff training, and technical infrastructures like electronic record managers, ICT support staff, and computer compatible medical devices
Assessing Information Needs of Final Year Diploma Students at Kitale Polytechnic Library, Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya
(IJCAB Publishing Group, 2020) Museve, Ambrose Nayombe; Namande, Ben
This study assessed information needs of final year diploma students and the aspects explored were the adequacy, relevance, access and challenges faced in the use of the information resources. The study was limited to Kitale polytechnic library and the focus was the information that students seek to satisfy their information needs. The theory adopted for this study was the Principle of Least Effort that was developed by George Kengsley and explored in a study of library use of graduate students by Zao Lang.A descriptive research design was adopted to describe the level of students’ information needs and use of the library. Qualitative method was used to collect textual data and quantitative method was used to collect numerical data. The target population of 426 library staff members and final year diploma students based on the polytechnic management records was purposively sampled for study. A sample size of 68 participants was selected for study. The main data collection tools were a structured questionnaire and an interview schedule which targeted students and key informants (library staff) respectively. Validity was sought by use of expert knowledge in the field of information science to ascertain accuracy of the research instruments and the split half method was used to achieve reliability of the instruments and information collected. Qualitative data was analyzed thematically while quantitative data was analyzed to generate percentages, frequency distribution tables and charts. The results established that majority of students need information for academic purposes while others use it for other information related requirements. The study also revealed that the library collection does not adequately cater for the information needs of students and it was further established that most of the library information resources are rarely relevant to students’ information needs. The study concludes that most polytechnics are not keen on issues related to limited resources, staffing and the quality of information resources and services which negatively affect students in the library. The study recommended that polytechnic policy developers should formulate library policies that are not only academically inclined but also aimed at promoting other information related purposes. The study also recommended that the Institutional management should increase library allocation of resources to ensure improved equipping of a balanced library collection that addresses the diverse information needs of students. The study further recommended that polytechnic library management should enhance its acquisition policy to help acquire information resources from publishers that are more relevant to students’ education and courses of study. The study should be useful to TVET department of the Ministry of Education in their quality assurance programs to formulate policies for polytechnics that maintain high standards of libraries and quality information services for students.
Assessment of Customer Service Provision for Enhanced User Satisfaction in Academic Libraries: A Case Study of St Paul’s University Library, Kiambu County, Kenya
(IJCAB Publishing Group, 2021) Mugo, Grace Wanjiru; Mathu, Milkah
Primarily, academic libraries and librarians’ objective is to satisfy library users. Customer satisfaction in business seeks to maintain and enhance the relationship between customers and organizations to win loyalty and ensure survival in the competitive world of information explosion. Customer satisfaction, therefore, implies customers’ perception that his or her expectations have been met or surpassed. The purpose of this study was to assess the customer service provision for enhanced user satisfaction in academic libraries with a focus on St Paul’s University Library. The objectives of the study were to establish the quality of information resources/services offered at the library; to determine the level of awareness and accessibility of the existing information resources; to establish strategies/methods used to ensure effective customer satisfaction; and to determine challenges encountered by library users while seeking information services at St. Paul’s university library. The study was both quantitative and qualitative in nature and descriptive survey method was used. The study was carried out at St Paul’s university library main campus, which is located in Kiambu County, along Limuru Road, about 32 Kms from the City of Nairobi. The target population included144 full time second, 159 third year full time students, 65 full time lecturers, 31library staff and the Chief University Librarian. The researcher used stratified random sampling to select the respondents and a sample size of 161 respondents was selected from the target population. Data was collected using different questionnaires administered to the students, lecturers and library staff while the interview schedule was used on the University librarian. Data was analyzed, interpreted and presented using descriptive statistics. The findings showed that the library is well equipped with quality information materials both in written and electronic formats and that generally, the services offered at the library were of good standards and library users were treated with respect and courtesy while seeking library services. The findings showed that it is important for librarians to increase communication between library users and library staff, conduct regular staff training on customer care to enhance customer service practices. The findings further showed that a large number of the users visit the library to be able to access and retrieve information materials from online sources; library users get to know about new information materials acquired by the library through: library visits, current awareness service (CAS), Own initiative or visits and notice boards. In conclusion, this research will be used to improve services in the library and also better the library profession as well as contribute majorly to the body of knowledge in the area of library customer service provision and user satisfaction. This study recommended that there is need to transform, re-engineer and improve library services to conform to changing user’s academic needs in the University.
Assessment of Strategies Used for Marketing Library Services: Case Study of KMTC and KNLS in Kakamega County, Kenya
(sas publishers, 2022) Shichehi, Amugamwa; Namande, Ben
Academic libraries support teaching, learning and research functions of their institutions. Such libraries are found in universities and middle-level colleges including Kenya Medical Training Colleges (KMTC). Public libraries like Kenya National Library Services (KNLS) also support such functions in addition to their core functions like Preservation and conservation of national imprint, enhancement of reading and information seeking habits of the public. This study aimed at comparing strategies used for marketing library services in KMTC and KNLS for information utilization. A descriptive survey research study design was conducted at KMTC and KNLS in Kakamega County.Study participants were recruited using stratified sampling technique. 563 out of a population of 1738 from KMTC and KNLS was sampled using Krecie and Morgan’s sample size determination. A pre-tested questionnaire and interview were used for data collection. Comparison of the marketing strategies; Exhibitions and displays, User Periodic Orientation, Suggestion Box, Library extension services, Through Friends and Tutors were significantly different between KMTC and KNLS P <0.001. Majority of those who accepted that the strategies above were used were from KNLS. However, majority of the participants disagreed about the use of library extension services. The User Periodic Orientation (OR,2.00;95% CI, 1.34, 2.98; p< .001), Suggestion Box (OR, 0.35; 95% CI, 0.24, 0.51; p< .001), Library extension services (OR, 3.05; 95% CI, 1.95, 4.78; p< .001), Through Friends (OR, 9.00; 95% CI, 10.04, 35.95; p< .001), Through tutors (OR, 7.00; 95% CI, 4.43, 12.25; p< .001) were associated with better marketing strategy. Conclusively, librarians in both libraries were knowledgeable in marketing library services. However, the study established that KMTC librarians needed to be proactive in marketing in order serve clients appropriately. The study recommended that managers of the two libraries review their policies to make marketing a mandatory exercise and train librarians in marketing for satisfactory service delivery
Assessment of the Quality of Health Information for Good Health Care: A Case of Kerugoya Level 4 Hospital, Kirinyaga County
(IJCAB Publishing Group, 2021) Mugo, Joyce Wangui; Uimbia, Martin G.
Improving healthcare services has been paramount to both the national and county governments in Kenya. However, this broad national goal has failed to be achieved within the health sector in Kenya due to dilapidated systems, lack of coordination and poor quality of the health records within the industry. The current study sought to establish the influence of quality health records on improving healthcare in Kerugoya Level IV hospital. Specifically, the research focused on the creation of health information, relevance of health information, completeness and accuracy of patient’s health information and accessibility of health information on the improving of health services. The research was grounded on the negativity theory. The research adopted a quantitative design with a population of 288 staff members being targeted in the study. The sample respondents were 165 staff members with both quantitative questionnaires and interview schedules being utilized in the research. The study adopted quantitative techniques in the data analysis and thematical analysis. The findings showed that 87% of the sample respondents were able to participate in the study. The research concludes that creation of health information, relevance of information and accessibility of health records are significant predictors to improved healthcare services. The research revealed that the level of management support and resource availability are positive and significant predictors of the level of improved healthcare services in Kerugoya level IV hospital. The study findings noted there is a positive but insignificant relationship between completeness and accuracy of health information and improved healthcare services within the level IV hospital. The study recommends that the hospitals should improve the digitalization of health records which will foster storage and accessibility. The hospitals should also enhance coordination with the national government to improve their health infrastructure.
Assessment of Utilization of Open Education Resources by Postgraduate Students in Selected Public University Libraries in Kenya
(IJCAB, 2023) Karitu, Liz Murugi; Kimani, Grace
The demand for university education coupled with inadequate teaching/learning resources such as print resources whose cost among others contribute to very expensive education, has posed challenges to progression in university education in Kenya. As such, Open Education Resources (OER) have been championed as suitable alternative to complement educational resources in learning institutions with relevant, quality and up-to-date teaching/learning materials at little or no cost. Despite the increase in volumes provided freely under the Creative Common licenses, studies have shown that uptake of OER has remained low among students in Kenyan universities. This study therefore, assessed OER use by postgraduate students in three universities which are Nairobi University, Kenyatta University and Moi University. The study was guided by four objectives; to determine the level of OER awareness among postgraduate students, to determine the accessibility of OER by postgraduate students, to determine availability of ICT infrastructure which support utilization of OER and the promotion strategies employed by librarians to enhance awareness of OER among postgraduate students. The study employed descriptive survey design approach. Random sampling method was used to obtain requisite number of respondents. The target population was the 34,445 postgraduate students and university librarians in the selected libraries in public universities in Kenya. Data obtained was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study concluded that OER awareness significantly contributed to OER utilization by postgraduate students. The findings also concluded that OER accessibility enhanced OER utilization. In addition, ICT infrastructure was critical in supporting OER resources while promotional strategies that include lecturers influence, policies and guidelines, training, workshop and OER sensitizations contributed to OER adoption. The study recommended that academic libraries need to develop OER policies to guide on utilization of OER. Universities should also ensure there is adequate ICT infrastructure to support OER resources and students should be sensitized on OER, trained on how to use the OER facilities and onsite staff should be available to support the students. Internet and power should also be stabilized in order to ensure accessibility of OER without any interruption
Availability and Utilization of Library Resources for Enhanced Service-Delivery of Healthcare Workers in Government Tertiary Hospitals, Abuja Nigeria
(IJAIST, 2023) Okafor, Anthonia Ifeoma; Njoroge, Rose; Kimani, Grace
The study titled availability and utilization of library information resources for enhanced service delivery of healthcare workers in government tertiary hospital in AbujaNigeria was carried out to ascertain the library resources for healthcare workers’ service-delivery enhancement in tertiary hospital Abuja, Nigeria; to investigate if the healthcare workers service delivery is enhanced through using those resources; the problem envisaged by healthcare workers in accessing and using the library resources and possible solutions. The respondents are healthcare workers in the categories of doctors; nurses; medical laboratory scientists and pharmacists. A descriptive research design was adopted with the use of Questionnaires to elicit information from the healthcare workers. The objective of the study was to investigate information resources availability and utilization for the enhancement of the healthcare workers’ service delivery in the hospitals under study. The numbers of the questionnaire distributed are 353; the numbers retrieved are 333. The major findings are limited numbers of relevant library information resources both in print and electronically. Poor internet connectivity and lack of computers, also an epileptic power supply, and a lack of seasoned personnel to pilot library activities. The study recommended – improvement in the provision of current and enough health information resources; librarians to involve healthcare workers in making requisitions in order to avoid irrelevant resources; management of the hospital to vote more funds to the library for the subscription of e-resources in good time.
Awareness and Use of Information Resources to Promote Environmental Protection and Conservation at Kenya National Library Service, Nairobi
(International Peer Reviewed Journal and Book Publishers, 2021) Wangeci, Kuruga Irene; Njoroge, Rose W
Purpose: This study sought to assess Awareness and use of environmental information resources to promote environmental protection & conservation at Kenya National Library Service Methodology: The study adopted descriptive research design. Simple random sampling was used to select a sample size of 105 respondents from a total target population of 550 staff members. In addition the five heads of department were interviewed. Data was collected and later analyzed both quantitatively and qualitatively. Frequency count and percentages were used to analyze the data collected. Results: Findings revealed that the level of awareness on environmental information resources is low since the KNLS library staff has not implemented methods of awareness creation to users. The environmental information resources in Kenya National Library Service are not located at a specific place but integrated with the rest of the library collection thus hard to locate with ease. The challenges faced by Kenya National Library Services staff in disseminating environmental information resources to the users. Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: Libraries and relevant environmental institutions need to create awareness on environmental information resources, conduct staff training, and evaluation of environmental information resources so as to access the level of quality and value to the library users.
Contemporary Academic Library Users in Kenya: Their Needs And Preferences in Access and Use of Information Resources
(Emerald Publishing, 2020) Ombogo, Tandy M.; Namande, Ben W.
Purpose – The purpose of this study is to assess the influence of generations on information behavior and needs to access and use of library resources and how well academic libraries in Kenya are simultaneously serving both generations. From literature reviewed, a study on the Kenyan scenario on generational behavior and needs was not identified and this study sought to fill that gap. Design/methodology/approach – Data collected were done through mixed-methods research using observation, structured interviews and questionnaires. The sample included 143 students and faculty within different generations, and three library staffs at The United States International University-Africa’s Library. Quantitative data were analyzed through SPSS and Excel, while qualitative data were analyzed according to the theme of this study. Likert-scale responses were used to measure information behavior of users’ needs and preferences. Findings – Findings showed that the library is serving two distinct generations with different needs: out of a mean score of 5.00 of sample surveyed; digital immigrants need information resources mainly for research at an aggregate 3.93 while digital natives need information resources mainly for examinations at an aggregate 4.01. Both generations need to use technology to access and use information resources at 94% of digital immigrants and an aggregate 81.5% of digital natives surveyed. The library is training both user groups accordingly. This answered the research problem this study sought to assess. Research limitations/implications – The generation of users was known only after administering the questionnaires. Consequently, the researcher targeted them using the status of respondents, faculty or student, to maximize sampling for each generation. Undergraduate and master’s students were used to target digital natives, while the faculty was used to target digital immigrants. PhD students were used to target both digital immigrants and digital natives. This study was done only in one location, USIU-Africa’s Library. Originality/value – This study assessed how different generations within academic libraries in Kenya could be guided to effectively and efficiently adapt to global changes. This study assessed generational influence on needs and preferences in access and use of information resources, and assessed how academic libraries are concurrently and successfully serving variant user needs in Kenya,
Creating a needs-responsive LIS curriculum in a developing country: A case study from Kenya
(Elsevier, 2007-06) Gathegi, J.N.; Mwathi, P.G.
The Department of Library Studies at Kenyatta University in Nairobi, Kenya has for some time now been reviewing its curriculum, for the purposes of meeting the requirements and needs of a twenty-first century global, networked society and to meet the country's information needs. To achieve this, the University has been working on approximately 10 different programs from certificate to masters in both library and information science and archives administration/records management. This paper analyzes the process involved in this undertaking and critically examines the underlying assumptions embedded in the exercise. It discusses problems encountered, solutions devised, and the products derived from the curriculum review. The paper is a collaborative effort between a faculty member based in Kenya and one based in the United States.
Determining Users’ Perceptions of Librarians’ Emotional Intelligence at the Moi University and United States International University Libraries
(IJRLS, 2020-10) Chemulwo, Monicah Jemeli; Muthee, Daniel Wambiri; Maina, Charles Kamau
Research has shown that the focus of librarians is on the library users, and thus the need for academic libraries to continue to develop as service institutions focusing on providing excellent service to library users. The study aimed to establish the users’ perceptions of librarians’ emotional intelligence at the Ultra-Modern and Information Center and Margaret Thatcher libraries, Kenya. The study employed correlation research design. The target population of the study was fifty seven thousand three hundred and fifty three (57, 353) respondents from the selected academic libraries. The sample size of the study was 92 and questionnaires were used for data collection from different categories of users in the selected academic libraries. Validity and reliability of the instruments was done through content and expert analysis and Cronbach alpha respectively. Descriptive statistics method was used to analyze data. The findings of the study established that emotional intelligence is an important aspect in gauging users’ satisfaction and service delivery improvement in academic libraries. The study concluded that librarians should be astute in reading, analyzing and understanding people and situations in order to get headway on the best approach for adequate and effective influence. Therefore librarians should learn and apply emotional intelligence competencies in their service delivery. The study recommended that for the university libraries to influence the librarians’ emotional intelligence, the top management should send the librarians to seminars, workshops, training sessions, assign them mentors and encourage them to help with policy formulation
The development of libraries in Kenya
(2011-10-31) Otike, Japhet
Education in Kenya since independence: a bibliography, 1963-1983.
(Kenyatta University College Library, 1983) Ng'ang'a, J. M.
The bibliography includes material on all aspects of education in Kenya (and in East Africa in general) covering books, periodical articles and university theses. It also includes a list of Kenyan educational journals available in Kenyatta University College Library, a list of official documents, and a list of educational research in progress at the University. References are classified by subject.
Effect of Knowledge Management Practices on Performance of Mobile Telephone Companies
(AJPO Journals, 2021) Kimani, Elijah
Purpose: Knowledge management practices in general were found to influence organization performance as there is increased awareness of information that is critical to achieving the organization’s mission. The general objective of the study was to establish the effect of knowledge management practices on performance of mobile telephone companies. Methodology: The paper used a desk study review methodology where relevant empirical literature was reviewed to identify main themes and to extract knowledge gaps. Findings: The study concludes that knowledge management practices in general influences organization performance in various ways including, knowledgeable employees, better decision making in the organization, improved service offering to client, reduced operational costs, improved organizational competitiveness. This is mainly so because there is increased awareness of information that is critical to achieving the organization’s mission. The order of significance of the effect of knowledge management practices on performance of mobile telephone companies in starting with the most significant to the least is; knowledge creation, knowledge sharing, knowledge acquisition, knowledge implementation and knowledge storage respectively. Recommendations: The study points out that for effective organization administration organizations need to create a central repository system to store and retrieve information on organization reports cards, feedback on student progression, coordination of organization schedules, organization suspension, finances and other professional development which will have an overall effect on organization performance. Organizations should also install internet services and computers in order to share knowledge and improve the organization’s efficiency, performance, and competitiveness.
Effects of Information Seeking Behaviour on Accessibility of Library Services by Students with Visual Impairment in Uganda Christian University, Mukono
(IJCAB Publishing Group, 2021) Namugenyi, Aminah; Wamae, Peter
The major aim of the study was to investigate the effects of information seeking behaviour on accessibility of library services by students with visual impairment. The study was carried out at Hamu Mukasa Library of Uganda Christian University in Mukono, Uganda. The study objectives were to weigh the needs of information to Students with Visual Impairment (SWVI) in UCU library, assess information seeking behaviors of SWVI at UCU library, to evaluate the library facilities and services currently available for SWVI, to interrogate the sources of information for SWVI and to analyze the challenges encountered by SWVI while seeking for information at UCU library. The researcher used a descriptive design confirming about the truthfulness of the matter of fact to give wright answers to the research questions in an understandable manner giving the exact picture of what transpires amidst the SWVI while seeking for information from the Library. The study applied the qualitative together with quantitative research methods venturing into and making use of questionnaires and extracting information from the documents. The target population in the study included SWVI and staff at Uganda Christian University (UCU) Hamu Mukasa library. The study targeted the visually impaired students plus library staff members who serve or train information search skills to the students. A sample size of 100 participants was chosen from the total population of 150 whereby sample size of library staff was 60 and a sample of 40 students with visual impairment. The findings revealed that the library staff have inadequacy skills to allow them understand the needs of SWVI and their information seeking behaviours, thus failure to serve SWVI diligently. In regard to this, the study is mandated to air out the services provided, the facilities available and showing how they are insignificant to suite the information requirements of these particular users of the library. The study was well-timed to handle the assessment on effects of information seeking behaviour while accessing library services by (SWVI) at Uganda Christian University. The study recommended to the government, academic libraries, Non-Government Organisations and other agencies serving visually impaired people; to work together on the strategies to improve library facilities and information services for the visually impaired students.
Efficacy of Digital Literacy Programme in Promoting Access to Electronic Information Resources by Public Primary School Teachers, Kakamega County, Kenya
(IJCAB, 2022) Werimo, Fredrick; Muthee, Daniel
Going by the observation made by advocates of digital learning, digital technologies can increase the effectiveness of teachers. If digital technologies are made good use of, they can lead to increased access to data for learners, teaching materials, mentorship opportunities, and professional development. Successful incorporation of modern technologies into the classroom can be achieved if teachers work collaboratively to create modern learning environments and embrace technology in teaching. For this to be realised, a different set of teachers’ skills is essential to ensure frequent use of technology while encouraging a new approach where technology is made use of. The researcher carried out an investigation of the efficacy of DLP to uncover the underlying issues that could be hindering access to electronic information resources by public primary school teachers in Kenya’s Kakamega County. The objectives were to ascertain digital literacy skills possessed by public primary school teachers, establish availability and status of the necessary infrastructure for ICT in public primary schools, establish the relationship between teacher competence and access to and use of electronic information resources, and identify challenges faced by teachers in their endeavor to make use of useful electronic information resources. This research adopted descriptive approach because the intention was to describe the existing conditions with respect to variables which are, digital literacy, ICT infrastructure and teachers’ competence that affect access to electronic information resources. Proper data analysis was enabled by the researcher applying Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Analysis of open-ended questions, which formed part of the qualitative data, was done by use of conceptual content before being presented in prose. Pie charts, tables, percentages and bar graphs were used in presentation of quantitative data. Since previous studies have shown that primary school teachers obtain low scores in integration of digital technologies in the classroom, the researcher sought to identify unique challenges that schools could be facing that require homegrown solutions. From the results of the study, digital literacy, ICT infrastructure and teacher competence have significant effect on online academic resources being used by public primary school teachers in the County of Kakamega. From the findings, the study concluded that managements of public primary school teachers in Kakamega County should ensure computer teachers are trained on a regular basis to acquire the needed knowledge and skills. There is an advocacy to managements of public primary school teachers in Kakamega County to ensure availability of the required ICT infrastructure to facilitate access to electronic information resources. Further, teachers should undertake professional development trainings to enhance their ICT knowledge and skills.
Elearning Induction Model for the Uptake of Online Courses: A Case of Kenyatta University
(IEEE, 2017) Njoroge, Rose; Nzuki, David
The eLearning induction model that is well informed by both the theory and practice is a sure way of being responsive to the dynamism of the educational technologies. Kenyatta University (KU) has embraced elearning as a means of teaching and learning in its various modes of study. The first year students, “freshers”, are subjected to elearning induction in preparation to enable them to adapt to a different way of teaching and learning from what they were used to in secondary school level. Given the complexity of elearning and the changing nature of technology, learners have continuously been faced with challenges of adapting to the changing technological needs of Learning Management Systems (LMS) used in the institutions of higher learning. In response to these concerns, Kenyatta University through its Directorate of elearning uses a Model which is depicted in this paper. This is geared towards ensuring a smooth uptake of elearning in the institution. The Model has led to the establishment of conducive eLearning environment which is characterized by well-coordinated training mechanisms, monitoring and evaluation approaches. The paper depicts how the Model was used to unearth digital literacy gaps, adequacy of elearning induction as well as demonstrate the relevance of elearning induction Model used by KU.
Evaluation of ICT Facilities and Use by Patrons of Kenyatta University Post-Modern Library, Kenya
(Regional Information Center for Science and Technology, 2023) Adamu, Abu Ahmed; Adekunle, stephen Ajayi
The study evaluates ICT facilities and their use by Kenyatta University Postmodern Library patrons. The study's objectives were to assess the available ICT facilities in Kenyatta University Post Modern Library and determine the purpose of using the facility and the challenges patrons face while using ICT facilities. The study employed descriptive survey research; 120 respondents were chosen as the population. Total enumeration was used as the sample size. A convenience sample technique was used for the study. The study used a questionnaire as a major data collection instrument; it was administered to 120 Kenyatta University Post Modern Library staff patrons through the Google form platform. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive analysis through frequency and percentages. The study revealed that computers, printers, the internet, and photocopying machines, among others, are the available ICT facilities in the Library. The finding also indicates that the available facilities are used for scanning, photocopying, surfing the internet, and researching. The study recommends that the Library should improve internet connectivity by increasing bandwidth. The Library should improve on training the users on ICT skills to enhance the use of ICT facilities in the Library; the Library should seek funds to enable it to acquire more ICT facilities.

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