Volume 3, Issue 1, January 2010 Edition
Intra-Group Conflict and Teamwork Quality: The Moderating
Role of Leadership Styles
Petru L. Curşeu
Abstract
The study examines the extent to which task and relations oriented leadership moderate the impact of task and relationship conflict on teamwork quality. In a sample of 37 teams, the study shows that relationship oriented leadership is beneficial for dealing with relationship conflict, but it does not have the expected positive interaction effect with task conflict. The main practical implication of the results is that in order to mitigate the negative effects of intra-group conflict on teamwork quality the leadership style should fit the type of disagreement (task versus relational) predominantly experienced by the teams.
Key words: intra-group conflict; relations and task oriented leadership; group processes
Effect of Class Attendance on Performance in Examination in Second Year Medical Students
Chilwant K. S., Hundekari J.C.
Abstract
To study the effect of class attendance on performance in theory and practical examination. Material and method: Data of attendance and marks obtained in term ending, theory and practical examinations for the year was collected from department of pharmacology. Students were divided in three groups of attendance viz Gr I >75%, Gr II 50-75%, and Gr III <50%. Number of students in each group scoring > 50% marks in theory were calculated and three groups were compared. Same method was followed to compare effect of attendance in practical classes on scores in practical examinations. Results: There was significant difference between number of students obtaining > 50% marks in theory examination in various groups. But the difference between number of students obtaining > 50% marks in practical examination was not significant. Conclusion: Performance in theory examination is more significantly affected by attendance than in practical examination.
Key words: attendance, test scores, theory, practical, pharmacology
The Training for the Art Administrators In Order To Manage Systemic Change in Ministry Of Education Benghazi Libya
Abdelhakim M.S.Elhash, Imam Suyadi, Siti Ragil Handayani
Abstract
This report has explored the extent to which current training in arts administration is suited to meet changing demands in the cultural sector in Libya and has aimed to develop both a theoretical construct and an educational model to enhance cultural policymakers’ and arts administrators’ capacities to manage systemic change. Recognizing that environmental change in the cultural sector will be an ongoing phenomenon, and that the nature, pace, and scope of change will differ dramatically from community to community. The report has concluded that the change management capacities identified as necessary to meet changing demands, and training options available to current and future leaders in arts administration. In each representative case study, evidence is provided of disconnect between new demands in the cultural sector and the current focus of arts administration training. This gap would suggest that new competencies and skills may be required to manage change taking place in the cultural sector. It is particularly instructive to examine the major issues and trends affecting each Libya’s cultural sector. At precisely the time that African nations such a Libya sand Egypt are looking to standard models to deal with privatization and the rise of market criteria in their economies, Libyan are increasingly focusing on the public value and community-building role of the cultural sector. Hence, while European nations are trying to develop the “private” side of the arts and culture sector, after the recent crisis Libyan are trying to develop the “public” side. Further, while Libya cultural policymakers and arts administrators are attempting to adopt and adapt world standard marketing and fundraising tools to support their work in their changing arts funding system, Libya are finding that an unsustainable arts funding system is forcing new approaches and increased collaboration among cultural organizations.
Key words: Libya, Art administration, Cultural, Economic Systemic Change, Ministry Of Education Introduction.
A Study on Profitability Analysis of Private Sector Banks In India
Brindadevi .V
Abstract
The objective of this study was overall profitability analysis of different private sectors banks in India based on the performances of profitability ratios like interest spread, net profit margin, return on long term fund, return on net worth & return on asset. Profitability is a measure of efficiency and control it indicates the efficiency or effectiveness with which the operations of the business are carried on. Recording profitability for the past period or projecting profitability for the coming period, measuring profitability is the most important measure of the success of the business. A business that is not profitable cannot survive. Conversely, a business that is highly profitable has the ability to reward its owners with a large return on their investment. Increasing profitability is one of the most important tasks of the business managers. Managers constantly look for ways to change the business to improve profitability. These potential changes can be analyzed with a support of income statement and balance sheet.
Key words: AXIS, ICICI, KVB, SIB
Impact Of A Special Protocol (Integrated Intravenous Care) To Reduce Intravenous Thrombophlebitis: Sharing the Experience Of KPJ Seremban Hospital Malaysia
AR.Abdul Aziz, MB Nishazini, S.Fazira, N.A.Azizan
Abstract
A retrospective study was conducted for a period of two years from January to December before the implementation of a special protocol and from January to December 2012 after the implementation of the special protocol to reduce the rate of Intravenous thrombophlebitis. The study only included all peripheral IV site inserted to patients above 12 years old. A special protocol (integrated intravenous care) was approved by the Infection control committee of the hospital to be implemented in order to reduce the rate of intravenous thrombophlebitis and the protocol was implemented starting January 2012.The average rate of intravenous thrombophlebitis for year 2011 was 6.8% before the implementation of the special protocol and the rate reduced to 3.1% after the implementation of the special protocol. Continuous monitoring was done and it was found that the rate reduced further to 2.52% .Therefore the special protocol that was implemented managed to reduce the rate of intravenous thrombophlebitis in KPJ Seremban.
Key words: Intravenous thrombophlebitis, special protocol,integrated intravenous care, infection control committee
Participatory Research Revealing the Work and Occupational Health Hazards of Cooperative Recyclers in Brazil
Jutta Gutberlet, Angela M. Baeder, Nídia N. Pontuschka, Sonia M. N. Felipone and Tereza L. F. dos Santos
Abstract
Although informal waste collectors are sometimes organized in cooperatives, their working conditions remain extremely precarious and unsafe. The paper discusses the findings of action oriented, participatory qualitative research with several recycling groups in the metropolitan region of São Paulo, Brazil. During workshops with the recyclers mapping, acting, and drawing methods helped reveal health hazards from collection, separation and transportation of recyclable materials. Major health problems relate to chemical and biological hazards, musculoskeletal damage, mechanical trauma and poor emotional wellbeing. The recent federal legislation on solid waste management opens new avenues for the inclusion of recycling cooperatives in selective waste collection. Nevertheless, we express the need to consider the distinctive characteristics and vulnerabilities of recycling groups, when developing safer work environments in these social businesses. We also suggest that the workspace be ergonomically organized and that public awareness campaigns about selective waste collection are conducted regularly to increase the quality of source separation. The introduction of electric hand pushed carts can further reduce health strains. This research has produced a better understanding of the work of the recyclers and related health risks. The interactive qualitative research methodology has allowed for the co-creation and mobilization of specific knowledge on health and safety in recycling cooperatives.
Key words: informal recycling; recycling cooperative; occupational health; environmental education; action research; participation; Brazil
Methods of Delivery of Lectures in the Classroom
Munmun Shabnam Bipasha
Abstract
Tertiary education usually indicates higher education particular to undergraduate and graduate programs of study, which comes after elementary and high school completion. After the enactment of the Private University Act in 1992, the private universities in Bangladesh recorded a phenomenal growth. Both the sectors are providing a higher education and making a competitive environment. But in practice, some private universities are very weak and some questions are here about the quality of education. May be those universities are using all modern training aids but are the students benefiting? We know prime aim of a teacher is to make his/her listeners understand and for that a flow of communication between these two agents is very vital. A teacher has to be very likely with the capability of making other’s understand. On the other hand, listeners have to be responsive. Earlier chalk, black-board etc. were used by the teachers as a training aid. But with the advancement of science and technology, slide projectors came into play, after that overhead projectors and now we are in the age of multimedia projectors. But the question remains about the effectiveness of these advance technologies. Are these advance technologies making students more responsive or making a scope for them to remain silent?
Key words: Higher Education, History, Few Recommended methods, Present Experience, Solution
The Relationship Between Quality of Work Life and Employees Improvement in Keshavarzi Banks of Saveh, Iran
Akram vali, Zeinolabedin amini sabegh, Reza shafizadeh
Abstract
This study was conducted with aims of representing the relationship between Quality of work life and employees improvement in keshavarzi banks of saveh city in the years of 2013. The pollution of research was including 125 employee involved in keshavarzi banks of saveh city and among whom, 95 people was considered as sample by using Cochran formula and random sampling method. Data collection was carried out through Walton (1973) questionnaire, and made researcher of employees improvement questionnaire. questionnaires reliability by using of Alpha Chronbach method obtained 0.81 for QWL questionnaire and 0.85 for made researcher of employees improvement questionnaire. Also to measure of questionnaires validity, used Content validity that for this reason questionnaires confirmed by specialists. Data analysis was carried out through SPSS 20 and Lisrel 8.8 software in two aspects of descriptive (frequency, frequency percentage, mean, Standard deviation) and inferential (Structural Equation Modeling, K-S Test, Pearson correlation coefficient, Ranking Fridman test, Simple and multi-variable linear regression). The results showed that there is a significant relationship between QWL and it's dimensions (Fair pay, working conditions of safe and health care, legalism, providing opportunities for continued growth and security, social dependence, personal skills development, total space of work and social integration) with employees improvement.
Key words: QWL, employees improvement, Fair pay, legalism
Petru L. Curşeu
Abstract
The study examines the extent to which task and relations oriented leadership moderate the impact of task and relationship conflict on teamwork quality. In a sample of 37 teams, the study shows that relationship oriented leadership is beneficial for dealing with relationship conflict, but it does not have the expected positive interaction effect with task conflict. The main practical implication of the results is that in order to mitigate the negative effects of intra-group conflict on teamwork quality the leadership style should fit the type of disagreement (task versus relational) predominantly experienced by the teams.
Key words: intra-group conflict; relations and task oriented leadership; group processes
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3.1.1.2010.1
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Effect of Class Attendance on Performance in Examination in Second Year Medical Students
Chilwant K. S., Hundekari J.C.
Abstract
To study the effect of class attendance on performance in theory and practical examination. Material and method: Data of attendance and marks obtained in term ending, theory and practical examinations for the year was collected from department of pharmacology. Students were divided in three groups of attendance viz Gr I >75%, Gr II 50-75%, and Gr III <50%. Number of students in each group scoring > 50% marks in theory were calculated and three groups were compared. Same method was followed to compare effect of attendance in practical classes on scores in practical examinations. Results: There was significant difference between number of students obtaining > 50% marks in theory examination in various groups. But the difference between number of students obtaining > 50% marks in practical examination was not significant. Conclusion: Performance in theory examination is more significantly affected by attendance than in practical examination.
Key words: attendance, test scores, theory, practical, pharmacology
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3.1.1.2010.2
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The Training for the Art Administrators In Order To Manage Systemic Change in Ministry Of Education Benghazi Libya
Abdelhakim M.S.Elhash, Imam Suyadi, Siti Ragil Handayani
Abstract
This report has explored the extent to which current training in arts administration is suited to meet changing demands in the cultural sector in Libya and has aimed to develop both a theoretical construct and an educational model to enhance cultural policymakers’ and arts administrators’ capacities to manage systemic change. Recognizing that environmental change in the cultural sector will be an ongoing phenomenon, and that the nature, pace, and scope of change will differ dramatically from community to community. The report has concluded that the change management capacities identified as necessary to meet changing demands, and training options available to current and future leaders in arts administration. In each representative case study, evidence is provided of disconnect between new demands in the cultural sector and the current focus of arts administration training. This gap would suggest that new competencies and skills may be required to manage change taking place in the cultural sector. It is particularly instructive to examine the major issues and trends affecting each Libya’s cultural sector. At precisely the time that African nations such a Libya sand Egypt are looking to standard models to deal with privatization and the rise of market criteria in their economies, Libyan are increasingly focusing on the public value and community-building role of the cultural sector. Hence, while European nations are trying to develop the “private” side of the arts and culture sector, after the recent crisis Libyan are trying to develop the “public” side. Further, while Libya cultural policymakers and arts administrators are attempting to adopt and adapt world standard marketing and fundraising tools to support their work in their changing arts funding system, Libya are finding that an unsustainable arts funding system is forcing new approaches and increased collaboration among cultural organizations.
Key words: Libya, Art administration, Cultural, Economic Systemic Change, Ministry Of Education Introduction.
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3.1.1.2010.3
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A Study on Profitability Analysis of Private Sector Banks In India
Brindadevi .V
Abstract
The objective of this study was overall profitability analysis of different private sectors banks in India based on the performances of profitability ratios like interest spread, net profit margin, return on long term fund, return on net worth & return on asset. Profitability is a measure of efficiency and control it indicates the efficiency or effectiveness with which the operations of the business are carried on. Recording profitability for the past period or projecting profitability for the coming period, measuring profitability is the most important measure of the success of the business. A business that is not profitable cannot survive. Conversely, a business that is highly profitable has the ability to reward its owners with a large return on their investment. Increasing profitability is one of the most important tasks of the business managers. Managers constantly look for ways to change the business to improve profitability. These potential changes can be analyzed with a support of income statement and balance sheet.
Key words: AXIS, ICICI, KVB, SIB
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3.1.1.2010.4
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Impact Of A Special Protocol (Integrated Intravenous Care) To Reduce Intravenous Thrombophlebitis: Sharing the Experience Of KPJ Seremban Hospital Malaysia
AR.Abdul Aziz, MB Nishazini, S.Fazira, N.A.Azizan
Abstract
A retrospective study was conducted for a period of two years from January to December before the implementation of a special protocol and from January to December 2012 after the implementation of the special protocol to reduce the rate of Intravenous thrombophlebitis. The study only included all peripheral IV site inserted to patients above 12 years old. A special protocol (integrated intravenous care) was approved by the Infection control committee of the hospital to be implemented in order to reduce the rate of intravenous thrombophlebitis and the protocol was implemented starting January 2012.The average rate of intravenous thrombophlebitis for year 2011 was 6.8% before the implementation of the special protocol and the rate reduced to 3.1% after the implementation of the special protocol. Continuous monitoring was done and it was found that the rate reduced further to 2.52% .Therefore the special protocol that was implemented managed to reduce the rate of intravenous thrombophlebitis in KPJ Seremban.
Key words: Intravenous thrombophlebitis, special protocol,integrated intravenous care, infection control committee
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3.1.1.2010.5
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Participatory Research Revealing the Work and Occupational Health Hazards of Cooperative Recyclers in Brazil
Jutta Gutberlet, Angela M. Baeder, Nídia N. Pontuschka, Sonia M. N. Felipone and Tereza L. F. dos Santos
Abstract
Although informal waste collectors are sometimes organized in cooperatives, their working conditions remain extremely precarious and unsafe. The paper discusses the findings of action oriented, participatory qualitative research with several recycling groups in the metropolitan region of São Paulo, Brazil. During workshops with the recyclers mapping, acting, and drawing methods helped reveal health hazards from collection, separation and transportation of recyclable materials. Major health problems relate to chemical and biological hazards, musculoskeletal damage, mechanical trauma and poor emotional wellbeing. The recent federal legislation on solid waste management opens new avenues for the inclusion of recycling cooperatives in selective waste collection. Nevertheless, we express the need to consider the distinctive characteristics and vulnerabilities of recycling groups, when developing safer work environments in these social businesses. We also suggest that the workspace be ergonomically organized and that public awareness campaigns about selective waste collection are conducted regularly to increase the quality of source separation. The introduction of electric hand pushed carts can further reduce health strains. This research has produced a better understanding of the work of the recyclers and related health risks. The interactive qualitative research methodology has allowed for the co-creation and mobilization of specific knowledge on health and safety in recycling cooperatives.
Key words: informal recycling; recycling cooperative; occupational health; environmental education; action research; participation; Brazil
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3.1.1.2010.6
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Methods of Delivery of Lectures in the Classroom
Munmun Shabnam Bipasha
Abstract
Tertiary education usually indicates higher education particular to undergraduate and graduate programs of study, which comes after elementary and high school completion. After the enactment of the Private University Act in 1992, the private universities in Bangladesh recorded a phenomenal growth. Both the sectors are providing a higher education and making a competitive environment. But in practice, some private universities are very weak and some questions are here about the quality of education. May be those universities are using all modern training aids but are the students benefiting? We know prime aim of a teacher is to make his/her listeners understand and for that a flow of communication between these two agents is very vital. A teacher has to be very likely with the capability of making other’s understand. On the other hand, listeners have to be responsive. Earlier chalk, black-board etc. were used by the teachers as a training aid. But with the advancement of science and technology, slide projectors came into play, after that overhead projectors and now we are in the age of multimedia projectors. But the question remains about the effectiveness of these advance technologies. Are these advance technologies making students more responsive or making a scope for them to remain silent?
Key words: Higher Education, History, Few Recommended methods, Present Experience, Solution
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3.1.1.2010.7
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The Relationship Between Quality of Work Life and Employees Improvement in Keshavarzi Banks of Saveh, Iran
Akram vali, Zeinolabedin amini sabegh, Reza shafizadeh
Abstract
This study was conducted with aims of representing the relationship between Quality of work life and employees improvement in keshavarzi banks of saveh city in the years of 2013. The pollution of research was including 125 employee involved in keshavarzi banks of saveh city and among whom, 95 people was considered as sample by using Cochran formula and random sampling method. Data collection was carried out through Walton (1973) questionnaire, and made researcher of employees improvement questionnaire. questionnaires reliability by using of Alpha Chronbach method obtained 0.81 for QWL questionnaire and 0.85 for made researcher of employees improvement questionnaire. Also to measure of questionnaires validity, used Content validity that for this reason questionnaires confirmed by specialists. Data analysis was carried out through SPSS 20 and Lisrel 8.8 software in two aspects of descriptive (frequency, frequency percentage, mean, Standard deviation) and inferential (Structural Equation Modeling, K-S Test, Pearson correlation coefficient, Ranking Fridman test, Simple and multi-variable linear regression). The results showed that there is a significant relationship between QWL and it's dimensions (Fair pay, working conditions of safe and health care, legalism, providing opportunities for continued growth and security, social dependence, personal skills development, total space of work and social integration) with employees improvement.
Key words: QWL, employees improvement, Fair pay, legalism
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3.1.1.2010.8
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