Vol 11 Issue 1 January 2023-March 2023

Abstract: Small and Medium Enterprises’ performance is crucial in the economy. It is a source of employment to over 55% Kenyan and contribute 22% of Gross Domestic Product. However, in every five Small and Medium Entrepreneurs three fails within the first three years. Some of the symptoms include lack of sufficient finance, poor business knowledge and wrong investment decisions. There this study investigated the effect of credit on the performance of small and medium enterprises in Kericho County, Kenya. Descriptive survey research design was used with target of 395 SMEs enterprises in Kericho where a sample of 199 SMEs was selected using stratification random sampling technique.  Questionnaires were used for collecting data from the SMEs. The data was evaluated in standard deviation and means using descriptive statistics. It also used multiple regression analysis to calculate inferential statistics. The findings indicated that SMEs were able to benefit from ease of access and flexible evaluation of loan provided by MFI. The results also revealed that group loan and asset funding were the main financial support in access to financing for growing SMEs. Credit finance had positive significant effect on the performance of SMEs (P<0.05). The study concluded that financial support in terms of credit, savings, training and insurance had positive significant effect on the performance of SMEs in Kericho County. The study recommended that MFI should consider business proposal-based financing to enable start-ups to gain more access to credit.

Keywords: Credit, SME Performance.

Title: EFFECT OF CREDIT ON PERFORMANCE OF SMALL AND MEDIUMSENTERPRISES IN KERICHO COUNTY, KENYA

Author: Kirui Michael Kipkorir, Prof. Charles Tibbs

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 257-262

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Published Date: 30-March-2023

Abstract: This study sought to understand the influence of brand awareness on growth of market share of airtel Kenya. The research study used descriptive research design while primary data was collected using questionnaires and interviews. Secondary data was collected through analyzing company and industry regulator published reports. Inferential statistics was used to test hypothesis and draw generalized conclusions on the research study. The study targeted a population of 300 customers and subscribers of Airtel Kenya within Nairobi central business district and 50 employees of Airtel Kenya in various customer care shops within the locality. The sample size was limited to 100 subscribers and 34 employees of Airtel Kenya. Data was processed through statistical package for social sciences (SPSS v. 27) while Findings and conclusion were presented in form of tables and figures. The study established a positive and significant relationship between brand awareness (β1=1.316, p-value=0.001<0.05). The study recommends that Telecommunication firms and in particular Airtel Kenya, should consistently apply advertisements, sales promotions and publicity to create brand awareness.

Keywords: Brand awareness, Market Share, Airtel Kenya.

Title: INFLUENCE OF BRAND AWARENESS ON GROWTH OF MARKET SHARE OF AIRTEL KENYA

Author: Paul Mwaura, Robert Mang’ana

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 246-256

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Published Date: 27-March-2023

Abstract: Objective: To investigate the social skills of children with intellectual disabilities (ID) from Shandong and Guangdong provinces in China and to analyze the factors affecting social skills to provide evidence for interventions to improve the social skills of children with ID. Methods: In this study, the Social Responsiveness Scale-Short Form was used as the survey instrument, with parents of children with ID aged 6-18 years as participants. A total of 692 valid samples were collected. Descriptive statistics were used to examine the level of social skills of children with ID and stepwise regression analysis was used to identify factors affecting social skills. Results: The mean score of social skills of children with ID was 2.64, with a median score of 2.67. Children with ID have moderate to low levels of social skills. There were significant differences in social skills related to the child’s language, the child’s behavior problem, the mother’s education, the father’s education, and the family’s monthly income, but no significant differences in social skills in the child’s gender and child’s age. Children's behavior problems and language level can predict the social skills of children with ID.

Keywords: Children with intellectual disabilities, social skills, parents,level, factors.

Title: Level and Influencing Factors of Social Skills of Chinese Children with Intellectual Disabilities

Author: Yuting Han, Kway Eng Hock

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 238-245

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Published Date: 25-March-2023

Abstract: This study sought to determine the influence of customer processes on the performance of private universities in Kenya. The study was informed by Resource Based Theory and Stakeholders Theory. The study adopted a descriptive research design. The target population is the 30 private universities in Kenya. Stratified random sampling was used to select the 190 respondents from the 30 the private universities in Kenya. Correlation and regression analysis was used to show the relationship between the independent and dependent variable. The regression of results showed that customer processes and performance of private universities is positively and significantly related. The study recommends that the private universities should focus on meeting the needs and expectations of their customers, including students, alumni, and donors. This can be achieved through metrics such as student retention rates, alumni satisfaction, and donation amounts.

Keywords: Customer Processes, Performance, Private Universities.

Title: INFLUENCE OF CUSTOMER PROCESSES ON PERFORMANCE OF PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES IN KENYA

Author: Veronicah Wambui Thiongó, Antony Sije

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 231-237

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Published Date: 24-March-2023

Abstract: This study explores two versions of a shaman-warrior legend and intends to recover Kapitan Dyano from the longer version as an archetypal shaman-warrior. In his new role, Kapitan Dyano goes through shamanic journey and embodies motifs and archetypes of a hero. His heroic act permits the examination of how the heroic ideal of a shaman-warrior becomes possible. Against C.W. von Sydow’s ecotypification theory, the study has proven the presence of the shaman-warrior in the available versions of the legend, the similarities in the motifs and themes, as well as traced the course of the legend. Archetypal criticism behooves tracing the shaman-warrior journey and analyzing the motifs embodied. Through these processes, the study attempts to provide the shaman-warrior archetype as another category of legendary heroes in Philippine folklore.

Keywords: shaman-warrior, reconstruction, ecotypification, shaman-warrior journey, heroic ideal.

Title: Retrieving a Shaman-Warrior as Legendary Hero Archetype

Author: Maricris B. Lauro

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 221-230

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Published Date: 15-March-2023

Abstract: In this paper, we examine the extent to which political donations and contributions influence the behavior of legislators. The role money plays in shaping political decisions has been a prominent issue in America for decades.  We rely on insights from Public Choice theorists in construing a potential “market for legislation” where special interest groups act as demanders of legislative outcomes and legislators act as suppliers of same. We employ a theoretical framework used to interpret the voting behavior of policymakers within this context. Then, using voting records from the 113^th United States Congress (2013-2014) and a variety of statistical proxies to account for the factors expected to influence a legislator’s voting behavior, we develop a number of empirical specifications and find that $1 million in political contributions by special interest groups can increase the likelihood of a legislator voting against a bill by approximately 8 percentage points.

Keywords: political donations, “market for legislation”, policymakers, political contributions.

Title: THE MARKET FOR LEGISLATIVE VOTES:  EVIDENCE FROM THE 113^TH UNITED STATES CONGRESS

Author: William L. Davis, Brian Towell

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 215-220

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Published Date: 10-March-2023

Abstract: Technology plays a crucial role in the ongoing fight against insecurity such as terrorism, insurgency, abduction, robbery, and cyber security worldwide, particularly in Nigeria as such, the investigated the perception of telecommunication in the fight against security in the Defence and Security Department, NDA, Kaduna and to recommend other security measures that can be adopted to improve the security issues in the Defence and Security Department, NDA, Kaduna. Hybrid methodology was adopted in the research where questionnaires were used to gather information from participants and Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) was used to analyse collected data. The findings of the research show that the use of telecommunication gadgets has no effect in improving security in NDA at an average cumulative mean value of 2.71 which is lower and below the acceptable mean value of 3.0. The research concludes that the expense of countering security is high, the stress on the operator is high, and the potential for loss of life is high as most anti-security tools of today are high-tech, pricey, and need a high level of technical expertise to use effectively as such, technology is the driving force behind the struggle against security. The study recommends that legislation mandating the long-term, cost-effective acquisition of crime-fighting equipment has to be officially promulgated by the Federal Government of Nigeria. To that end, the Nigerian security force would be supplied with the latest technological advances regularly.

Keywords: Perception, Telecommunication, Fight against Security and Defence and Security.

Title: PERCEPTION OF TELECOMMUNICATION USAGE IN THE FIGHT AGAINST INSECURITY: A CASE OF DEFENCE AND SECURITY STUDIES CLASS, NIGERIAN DEFENCE ACADEMY KADUNA

Author: Kilani Oluwatobi Fatai, Gbenga Oba Fadare

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 208-214

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Published Date: 09-March-2023

Abstract: In blended learning, educators combine the conventional learning process with online learning to improve the learning process for learners. The concept was integrated into the traditional learning process after it became apparent that technological advancement is essential. The bottom line is that blended learning integrates face-to-face with technology-based platforms such as online and offline platforms. Society has become more digitalized than it was in the last century, and this has meant that in the workplace, more demands need to be met through training .Thus, training needs to follow online training with the combination of conventional face-to-face training to ensure trainees can meet with the new requirements at the workplace. The focus of this paper will be to focus on the significance of blended learning in training. The paper will establish how blended learning has grown into the learning process today, its significance, models and conceptualizations, and the factors that impact the learning model choice. Flexible learning should be adopted to ensure that trainees play a key role in their training. This way, it becomes more impactful and meaningful in the development and transitions of their professional careers.

Keywords: blended learning, face to face, e-learning, technology.

Title: The Significance of Blended Learning in Training

Author: Mona Saud AlThuwaini

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 197-207

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Published Date: 09-March-2023

Abstract: The report of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 18^th Central Committee of the CPC pointed out that law is an important tool in governing the country, and good law is a prerequisite for good governance. To uphold the rule of law, we must first uphold the rule of the Constitution, and the law must first govern in accordance with the Constitution. As the fundamental law of China, the Constitution not only provides the basis for the enactment of other laws, but also is the highest criterion for all acts. No other law shall conflict with the provisions of the Constitution. The level of governing the country according to the constitution is inseparable from the unconstitutional review mechanism. As a reliable measure to supervise the implementation of the constitution, the benign development of the unconstitutional review mechanism can not only effectively guarantee the implementation of the constitution, but also maintain the stability of the constitutional order, so as to ensure the smooth realization of the rule of law.

Keywords: Unconstitutional Review Mechanism; Deficiency; Review Mode; Improvement.

Title: Research on China's Unconstitutional Review Mechanism and the Improvement Path

Author: Jiejun Huang

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 190-196

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Published Date: 06-March-2023

Abstract: The success of a lending firm is mainly determined by the financial performance in place, governance, professionalism and procedures. Especially to lenders, the minimization of bad loans is beneficial to the entire parties in the loan process. Commercial banks adopt different credit risk management process on financial performance majorly determined by credit scoring systems, banks’ ownership of credit policies, caliber of management and banks regulatory environment. Based on the report of the Central Bank of Kenya, there has been a declining performance Kenya’s banks between 2012 and 2016. The declining performance has been attributed to credit risk management ineffectiveness in Kenya. Prescriptive initiatives have been placed in position, like guaranteeing that bad loans financing are adequately prepared for, and the least restrictions laid for capital requirements and liquidity appropriateness are adhered to, and yet profit growth has remained low. Therefore, this study sought to investigate the effect of risk analysis on financial performance of commercial banks in Kisii County, Kenya. This study collected data using a descriptive research design while also seeking to derive useful conclusions regarding the report's target population within a specific time frame. The respondents for the study were personnel of commercial banks, specifically those involved in credit allocation. There were 11 executives, one for each of the 11 banking sectors, and 100 credit personnel. The study used a census for management teams and a stratified sampling method for credit staff. In this method, the number of strata in each population is proportional to the total population stratification that was determined from the demographic data. The sample consists of 80 credit department employees from commercial banks. For the primary purpose of this study, closed-ended questionnaires were used. Descriptive statistics included the average and standard deviation. Linear regression was used to examine the relationship between the dependent parameter and the derived explanatory parameters. According to the findings, Commercial banks in Kisii County, Kenya, benefited significantly and positively from risk analysis. The study concluded that errors that are inevitable during the early stages of a commercial bank's financial operations are discovered through the analysis of credit risk. In commercial banks, this creates a level playing field for management goals to be achieved. In the interest of the banks' financial performance, particularly at the branch levels, the study recommends that management of commercial banks optimize the best credit risk identification methods. The banks would be able to reduce the negative impact of credit losses in this way.

Keywords: Risk Analysis, Financial Performance.

Title: EFFECT OF RISK ANALYSIS ON FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF COMMERCIAL BANKS IN KISII COUNTY, KENYA

Author: Nyambane Cliff Nyandemo, Dr. Vincent Shiundu

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 183-189

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Published Date: 03-March-2023

Abstract: After more than 35 years of renovation and more than 30 years of implementing the National Platform during the transition to socialism, the construction of Vietnam’s socialist rule-of-law state of the People, by the people and for the sake of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam under the leadership of the Party has obtained many important achievements. The achievements are reflected in the following aspects: greater unity, completeness and depth in the perception of Vietnam’s socialist rule of law state; the state apparatus is increasingly improved in the direction of leanness and efficient operation; administrative reform and judicial reform have made many breakthroughs; human rights, civil rights under the Constitution continue to be concretized by law and better implemented in practice, etc. However, there are still many limitations and inadequacies in the construction of the rule of law, focusing on basic issues, such as: a number of theoretical and practical issues have not been fully and convincingly explained; the problem of controlling state power; administrative reform, judicial reform, especially in some aspects, have not met the requirements of development, management and protection of the country in the new situation. The current international, regional and domestic context with many profound changes is posing problems as the requirements for the construction of Vietnam’s socialist rule of law state today.

Keywords: background; request; build; rule of law, socialism.

Title: NEW SITUATION AND PROBLEMS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF VIETNAM’S SOCIALIST RULE-OF-LAW STATE TODAY

Author: Nguyen Huong Ly MA

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 177-182

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Published Date: 28-February-2023

Abstract: This research addresses the numerical modelling of religious leaders’ effect on adherence to pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical intervention measures to reduce COVID-19 spread in Kenya. Disease-free equilibrium was determined. A SEIR compartmental model that considers the significance of religious leaders was developed. The basic reproduction number ( ) was determined using the next-generation matrix method. The model was solved numerically to determine the effect of religious leaders in COVID-19 prevention campaigns and control of spread. These results are presented in graphs and tables. Therefore, stakeholders and policy makers of should use religious leaders in fighting the pandemic from the population.

Keywords: COVID-19; Disease-free equilibrium; Mathematical modeling; Non-pharmaceutical; Numerical simulation; Pharmaceutical; Reproduction number.

Title: Effects of Religious Leaders on Non-Pharmaceutical and Pharmaceutical Intervention Measures in Covid-19 Spread In Kenya

Author: Cecilia Mutua, Mark Kimathi, Charles Muli

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 167-176

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Published Date: 27-February-2023

Abstract: This research analyses the effectiveness of religious leaders’ on adherence to pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical intervention measures to reduce COVID-19 spread in Kenya. Disease-free and endemic equilibrium was determined, and subsequently, the local and global stability was carried out. A SEIR compartmental model that considers the religious leaders was developed. The basic reproduction number ( ) was determined using the next-generation matrix method. Sensitivity analysis was done to determine which parameters have the most significant impact on the model. Religious leaders were found to have significant impact on curbing the Covid-19 pandemic.

Keywords: Pharmaceutical; Non-pharmaceutical; COVID-19; Reproduction number; Mathematical modeling; Stability analysis; Disease-free equilibrium.

Title: Analysis of SEIR Model for Effectiveness of Religious Leaders on Non-Pharmaceutical and Pharmaceutical Interventions against Covid -19 Spread In Kenya

Author: Cecilia Mutua, Mark Kimathi, Charles Muli

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 153-166

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Published Date: 27-February-2023

Abstract: The aim of this paper is to investigate the teacher's perception of the objectives of language teaching and the cultural contents in the curricula. It also seeks to find whether developing intercultural competence among learners is among the teacher's perceived language teaching objectives and the extent to which their classroom practices reflect that objective. The findings have shown that most of the informants were linguistically oriented and that their primary objective of teaching English is to enable students to acquire communicative competence. They perceive teaching culture in terms of knowledge transfer and they favor teacher-centred mode of teaching to student-centred. Interestingly, most of the informants expressed their willingness to interculturalize their teaching although their classroom practices do not reflect intercultural competence teaching.

Keywords: intercultural competence, cultural content, language teachers, teaching practices, culture teaching activities.

Title: Language Teachers, Cultural Content and Intercultural Competence

Author: Dr. Da’oud Mohamed Gubair

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 145-152

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Published Date: 23-February-2023

Abstract: Language learning is a complex process that is influenced by a range of learner characteristics. This paper aims to explore the various learner characteristics that impact language acquisition and the ways in which these characteristics can be leveraged by teachers to create a more effective and engaging learning environment. This paper also discusses learner characteristics such as cognitive style, prior knowledge, motivation, personality, and maturity and their impact on language learning. It also explores the ways in which teachers can identify and address individual learner characteristics to support their language learning.

Keywords: Language learning, learner characteristics. Language Instruction.

Title: Exploring the Relationship between Learner Characteristics and Language Learning: Implications for Language Instruction

Author: NAELA ABDULLAH TAMI

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Vol. 11, Issue 1, January 2023 - March 2023

Page No: 134-144

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Published Date: 20-February-2023