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The problems and prospects of utilizing ICTs in Owerri educational zone of Nigeria, were evaluated using purposive sampling of 1894 respondents to which structured questionnaires were administered. The resulting data were analyzed using simple percentages, means and Standard deviations. Major problems limiting the use ICTs in the study zone included power supply and inadequate number of computers and accessories, which even where present were not functioning well. To address the problems,...
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The teacher is one of the most important factors in the business of teaching and learning. Before the introduction of information and communication technology, he was regarded the sole dispenser of knowledge. With ICT,s both the teachers, and students can access information. ICT also, brought with it new skills and methods of teaching and learning processes. So, for the teacher to remain relevant in this new information age, ICT must be integrated in their training. Therefore, this paper...
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This is a quantitative study which investigated how human resources management variables impacted the academic performance of students in secondary schools in Egor local government area of Edo State in 2006 and 2007. Four hypotheses were formulated. A questionnaire of the human resources management variables was administered to test the hypotheses. Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient was used to analyse the relationship between the four dimensions of human resources management...
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Background: Appendectomy is the commonest surgical emergency in our hospital. Spinal anaesthesia is one of the anaesthetic techniques for appendectomy; it is simple and safe in experienced hands. We determined the use of spinal anaesthesia for appendectomy and outcome in our centre. Patients and Methods: This was a retrospective study of all cases of appendectomy performed from April 2007 to September 2009 (thirty months), cases that had spinal anaesthesia were further analysed. Information...
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Aims: Urogenital tract infection (UTI) contributes to the commonest single defined cause of infertility worldwide. To evaluate the role of urogenital tract infection in male with infertility and its association with sperm quality. Methodology and Results: Three hundred and twenty three (323) samples from infertile male subject were screened microbiologically for microorganisms associated with urogenital tract infection with seventy-two (72) age-matched male as controls using microbiological...
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Background: Highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) program requires adequate monitoring of the potential adverse events to the antiretroviral (ARV) drugs.We investigated the ARV drug combinations prescribed for HIV-infected children and their suspected adverse events.Methods: This is a retrospective and descriptive study involving HIV-infected children less than 15 years old who received treatment at the APIN clinic, Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) in Nigeria.The case files...
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Introduction The use of multimedia in industries has been extensive, as it has been effective in increasing productivity and retention rates, where research has shown that people remember 20% of what they see, 40% of what they see and hear, but about 75% of what they see and hear and do simultaneously (Lindstrom, 1994). Multimedia is now permeating the educational system as a tool for effective teaching and learning. With multimedia, the communication of information can be done in a more...
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Background : The increasing use of the World Wide Web, also known as the internet, presents as many opportunities as challenges. Challenges such as addictive use are prevalent among all age groups, but young persons are particularly at risk of being dependent upon its use. Problematic use of the internet is a growing problem of public health significance globally and the prevalence of this health challenge is particularly important in developing nations. Aims : To determine the prevalence of...
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The purpose of this study was an internship programme to assess the perception of the head teachers towards their changing roles in secondary schools. The objective was to shadow the principal of Kericho Day Secondary School in order to assess their perceived and actual roles. The study utilised descriptive method of research. The sampling design adopted was mainly purposive sampling. Interview guide, document analysis and observation were the bases of getting information. It was found that...
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The Coastal Zone of Western Desert, Egypt (CZWD) is historically a pastoral zone, and the raising of livestock is the main socioeconomic activity. The zone has witnessed major changes over the last 50 years; demographic growth, urbanization, touristic development and agro-ecological diversification. More recently, the zone has faced a long drought period from 1995 to 2011, with low erratic rainfall (< 150 mm). Scarcity of rainfall has affected farming systems and household livelihood. The...
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Background: Fascial space infections of the head and neck region, usually odontogenic in origin, are routinely treated as an out-patient procedure. Untreated or rapidly spreading odontogenic infections can be potentially life threatening. The present study is a review of patients with orofacial infections who required emergent incision and drainage in the maxillofacial unit of our institution. The need for early presentation is highlighted. Materials and Methods: This is a retrospective...
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One hundred and thirty six subjects made up of 67(49.3%) males and 69(50.7%) females of the Covenant Christian Academy Uteh, Benin City, Nigeria were used for the study. Subjects were grouped into 33 (24.1%), 41(29.9%), 42(30.7%), 13 (9.5%) and 8(5.8%) kindergarten, primary school, junior secondary school, senior secondary school and teachers respectively. Blood samples (2ml volume) which were collected into ethylene diamine tetra-acetic acid anti-coagulated containers were screened for...
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Looks at the need for quality education that will propel the African continent into the future. The assesment of theory and industrial needs are addressed in the light of future demands. Change of current educational practices and forcusting on future trends of economic demands is emphasised.