A Prototype of Lecturer Course Allocation System

This project is an implementation of a lecturer course allocation system (LECAS) which enables every lecturer can register courses by online as well as can view course schedule. The goal of is prototype is to provide the course schedules that would allow lectures to register courses that they plan to teach for the coming semester in the fast and possible ways. The objective of LECAS is to provide lecturers to get a convenient and efficient way during registering the courses. There are four users that can access the system such as; admin, lecturers, coordinator, and head department, each of them have different privileges in which they can access through internet and a web browser anytime and anywhere. Furthermore, this prototype has been developed by using java Servlet page (JSP) with MySQL for database. This prototype was developed based on the proposed requirement of system and was evaluated by using perceived usefulness and ease of use where the respondents are from University Utara Malaysia (UUM) lecturers. The feedbacks from 30 respondents about the system prototype are quite good which are showed with 5.46 grand mean for perceived usefulness factor and 5.37 grand mean for perceived ease of use factor with the scale of 7. Therefore, it can be concluded that the prototype is useful and easy to use. This prototype is expected to facilitate the other university to develop and enhance the system for lecturer registration time

The Influence of Entrepreneurship Training and Financial Grant on Youth-Owned Enterprises in Somalia

Entrepreneurship and business creation are a growing alternative for young people whose age group often faces a labor market with double digit unemployment rates. It plays a crucial role in driving economic development and job creation. The study therefore sought to establish the effects of entrepreneurship training and financial grant on youth-owned enterprises.Descriptive research design was selected in this study because it would allow the researcher to gather numerical and descriptive data to assess the relationship between variables. Simple random sampling was used to select a total of 83 youth enterprises for a population of 110 youth entrepreneurs. Questionnaire was used as the main data collection instrument and statistical packages for social sciences was employed for coding and analyzing the data. From the findings of the study it was that the trainings provided helped the enterprises of the youth and that they got an idea of establishing plans and managing businesses. The entrepreneurship promotions of youth in Somalia enhanced the youths’ living condition, and that they get economic freedom of which they can also help with their households, the creation of the job enabled the youth to cover their needs, also the grants offer foundation as the business starts.In conclusion the knowledge spillover theory of entrepreneurship posits that entrepreneurship is a response to investments in knowledge and ideas by incumbent organizations, Entrepreneurship development is the process of improving the skills and knowledge of entrepreneurs through various training programs.  The provision of training and grants empowered the youth to fight with poverty. The study recommended that the entrepreneurship training programmes should be repeated for the youth and that the Entrepreneurship development programs should first identify the local market. It is recommended to analyze and then design unique ideas based on the needs of the surroundings. Keywords: entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship training, youth

al-Khawārīj qadīman wa-hạdīthan min al-ihtimām bi-al-bahṭ ʻan wujūdham fī al-Ṣūmāl fī hādhā al-ʻasr

Arabic text with Arabic and English summariesThe research aims to establish in a holistic manner the facts about the Khawtirij sect, its history, beliefs and activities, and the major events it experienced, together with knowledge about and principles of its different sub·groups. The research also sheds light on the lama 'at al- Takfir Wa L-Hijrah's activities whether in Egypt or in Somalia. The thesis scrutinizes the definition of extremism and terrorism in contrast to Islam's message of tolerance and justice. Within this context, it also clarifies disagreements deemed reprehensible by Islam. This study found that Islam promotes unity and condemns disputes, fanaticism, extremism and factionalism since it is a religion of moderation and tolerance. The Khawarij is a deviant group which can be described as a terrorist organization in modern parlance. The /ama 'at Takfir Wa L-Hijrah is nothing more than a modern version of the Khawiin"j which ad heres to the same beliefs as its predecessor. It has a visible presence in Somaliaand aU its actions confirm the original apostacising ideology of the . Khawiirij Such actions are not trivial; before embarking on them stri ct conditions and regulations have to be followed. The noble Prophet (peace be upon him) and Muslim scholars have warned against these practices when correct procedure is flouted. Some of the most commonly used words are: Islam, reli gion, nat jon, Somalia, Khawiirij, sect, faith, principles, disagreement, apostasy, Allah, Prophet Muhammad, Qur'an and Hadith.ArabicD. Litt et Phil. (Arabic

Structured Health Literacy Intervention for Mothers Regarding Stem Cells Therapy

Background: Stem cells have tremendous promise uses for the future to treat a variety of diseases, injuries, and other health-related conditions. Their potential is evident to promote the repair response of diseased, dysfunctional or injured tissue. Aim: This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of applying a structured health literacy intervention regarding stem cells therapy (SCT) on the mothers' level of knowledge and attitude. Methodology: A quasi-experimental one-group pre-post test design was utilized. The study involved 302 mothers recruited from the pediatric outpatient clinics of Mansoura University Children Hospital (MUCH), Egypt. Data were collected using two structured interview sheets (knowledge and attitude). Results: There were highly statistically significant differences in mothers’ knowledge and attitude one-month post-application of the structured health literacy intervention regarding stem cells therapy compared to pre-application (P=<0.001). Conclusion: Application of a structured health literacy intervention showed a significant improvement in mothers' level of knowledge and attitude regarding stem cells therapy. Keywords: Attitude, Health Literacy, Knowledge, Stem Cells Therapy. DOI: 10.7176/JHMN/61-06 Publication date: April 30th 201

Assessment of infection control in public dental clinics in Khartoum State, Sudan

Magister Scientiae Dentium - MSc(Dent)The unique nature of dental procedures, instrumentation and patient care settings require specific strategies directed at the prevention of transmission of diseases among oral health care workers and their patients. Aim: The aim of the present study was to assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of infection control among dentists and dental auxiliaries in public dental clinics in Khartoum State, Sudan. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey using a structured administered questionnaire was carried out. The questionnaire consisted of 38 closed-ended questions that included the key areas of infection control including hand hygiene, personal protection, sterilization and disinfection and environmental infection control. There were also questions to elicit perceptions regarding the treatment of HBV and HIV/AIDS patients. Results: All except one (n=125) of the oral health personnel in Khartoum State participated in the study. 68 dentists and 57 dental assistants were interviewed. The majority were female (60.8%) and 31-40 year olds the predominant age group (44%) for both genders. Hand washing before and after treating each patient was reported by 89.6%. Among dentists, 84.8% reported that they take the medical history of every patient. A quarter of the dentists and 36.8% of dental assistants reported using both hands to recap the used needles. 84%were vaccinated against hepatitis B. With regard to personal protection, the highest adherence was reported for glove use (99.2%), and the least for eye protection (45.6%). None of the study participants used plastic barriers to cover the clinical contact surfaces, 61.6% did not high vacuum suction and 97.6% did not use the rubber dam. All respondents used autoclaves for sterilization, but only 7.2%sterilized hand pieces. 72.8%reported that they did not mind treating HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B patients; however, dental assistants were more willing to treat them than the dentists

The application and impact of using virtual team in Middle East (case study)

The purpose of this paper is to identify the application and impact of using virtual team in Middle East in construction field. The literature and various studies concluded that virtual teams are still in its nascent stages and because of the relative newness of virtual teams; many areas of research have not been examined, especially Middle East region. Studies like these are rare or not exist in our region. This paper is an endeavor to facilitate using of virtual team in Middle East, types of virtual team, challenges of virtual team and benefits of virtual team. The data were collected from construction organizations in Middle East. In all, 140 self-administered questionnaires were distributed among these organizations of different countries and they returned 100 completed useable questionnaires for response rate of 71.4%. The statistical analysis showed that only 37.60% of companies in middle east using virtual team. Due to these result a large engineering effort is needed. This study is hoping presents a useful source of information which would benefit organizations that achieved a global scope of work by using virtual team in Middle East. Keywords: Virtual team, construction field, Middle East

Identifying cues to deception in Islamic websites text-based content and design

The exponential growth of the Internet and the availability and accessibility of Islamic websites, have brought a new risk to the Islamic websites which is deception. Some studies argue that Islamic websites are not accurate and contain deceptive information that mislead users about the true Islamic knowledge. However, previous studies have failed to address how Islamic websites can be deceiving and what are the elements (cues) that could help user identify deception in Islamic websites. This paper reviews general literature which focuses on cues of deception in the text and design of the websites. The conceptual findings suggest there is a tremendous potential of cues of deception in the text and design that can be used to identify deception in Islamic websites. The purpose of this paper to create awareness among users, to evaluate what they see, and they shouldn't blindly believe what they see

Understanding Arabic-Speaking Skill Learning Strategies Among Selected Malay Learners: A Case-Study At The International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)

In Malaysia, studies have shown that most Malay learners learning Arabic Language exhibit weak Arabic speaking skill despite spending years of learning the language. However, given the same learning environment and experience, some of them could be considered as good Arabic speakers as revealed by the results of Arabic Placement Test conducted by the Center of Languages and pre-Academic Development (CELPAD) of the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). These learners have successfully scored band 7 and above in Arabic speaking skill test. The researchers believe that being aware of certain learning strategies in enhancing their speaking skills would help these learners to become good Arabic speakers. This assumption is based on several theories in language learning strategies which postulate that learners’ success in language learning or lack of it is attributable to the various strategies which different learners bring to tasks and not solely relying on environment per say. Therefore this study attempts to understand the assumption by investigating the Arabic speaking skill learning strategies of selected Malay good Arabic speakers and Malay poor Arabic speakers at the (IIUM) within and outside the parameters of the educational settings. In addition, the research also seeks to explore the students’ perception on Arabic speaking skill in terms of the importance of Arabic speaking skill for the Malay learners, the required level of Arabic speaking skill for the Malay learners and the prerequisites to become good Arabic speakers

Understanding Arabic-speaking skill learning strategies among selected Malay learners: a case-study at the International Islamic University Malaysia

In Malaysia, studies have shown that most Malay learners learning Arabic Language exhibit weak Arabic speaking skill despite spending years of learning the language. However, given the same learning environment and experience, some of them could be considered as good Arabic speakers as revealed by the results of Arabic Placement Test conducted by the Center of Languages and pre-Academic Development (CELPAD) of the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). These learners have successfully scored band 7 and above in Arabic speaking skill test. The researchers believe that being aware of certain learning strategies in enhancing their speaking skills would help these learners to become good Arabic speakers. This assumption is based on several theories in language learning strategies which postulate that learners’ success in language learning or lack of it is attributable to the various strategies which different learners bring to tasks and not solely relying on environment per say. Therefore this study attempts to understand the assumption by investigating the Arabic speaking skill learning strategies of selected Malay good Arabic speakers and Malay poor Arabic speakers at the (IIUM) within and outside the parameters of the educational settings. In addition, the research also seeks to explore the students’ perception on Arabic speaking skill in terms of the importance of Arabic speaking skill for the Malay learners, the required level of Arabic speaking skill for the Malay learners and the prerequisites to become good Arabic speakers

New GMM Estimators for Dynamic Panel Data Models

In dynamic panel data (DPD) models, the generalized method of moments (GMM) estimation gives efficient estimators. However, this efficiency is affected by the choice of the initial weighting matrix. In practice, the inverse of the moment matrix of the instruments has been used as an initial weighting matrix which led to a loss of efficiency. Therefore, we will present new GMM estimators based on optimal or suboptimal weighting matrices in GMM estimation. Monte Carlo study indicates that the potential efficiency gain by using these matrices. Moreover, the bias and efficiency of the new GMM estimators are more reliable than any other conventional GMM estimators