Abstract: Communication remains and is a determining factor in the smooth running of institutions of learning. But on the other hand, its poor management in these institutions contributes to a great extent; to the provision of poor quality services, hence low quality education. This paper argues that the methods employed in the management of communication should take into consideration the paradigm shift in global communication trends. The purpose of this study was to establish the utilization of ‘Information Systems’ (IS) on communications in public secondary schools in Nyamira County. A survey design and mixed method approach were used in the study and a questionnaire was the main tool for collection of data.  The target population was 400 Heads of Department of public secondary schools distributed in 5 sub-counties.  Stratified random sampling technique was used to obtain a sample of 200 Heads of Department. Questionnaire was utilized to collect data. The data collected was analyzed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA).  The findings show that Website, SMS and e-mail were found to be the main channels of communication. They are utilized for sending and obtaining information, filing KRA returns, sending EMIS and for registering candidates for KNEC examinations. It is also established that utilization of SMS, website and e-mail is highest at the national schools compared to county and sub county ones , owing to better facilities, thereby, making communication effective and efficient leading to reduced costs.

Keywords:  Information Systems, Management, Communication, Utilization.
Title: Heads of Department Information Systems’ Utilization on Communication Management of Public Secondary Schools in Nyamira County, Kenya
Author: Momanyi Charles Ocharo, Dr.Kennedy, N. Getange, Dr. Paul, O. Onchera
ISSN 2394-9686
International Journal of Novel Research in Education and Learning
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Abstract: Similar to many other Open Universities, the Open University of Sri Lanka is concerned about the student satisfaction. One major reason for the concern is that dissatisfaction leads to dropping out of students. Undoubtedly high rates of dropouts mean high wastage of resources. Therefore these institutions are concerned about student satisfaction and a common approach to ensure satisfaction is to provide Student Support Services (SSS).  The expectation of the institutions is to increase student satisfaction so that success rates would increase. A strategy adopted by the OUSL similar to many other Open Universities is to operate centers in order to facilitate the provision of SSS.  At the same time, the centers themselves face problems in the provision of SSS and these in turn can affect student satisfaction.  The main aim of this study is to compare the problems faced by the study centres in the provision of SSS in 2007 and 2017. The study also aimed to identify the SSS currently provided by the study centres, the current problems faced by them in the provision of SSS and to make suggestions to minimize the problems.  In 2007, 4 study centres were selected for the study out of 17 study centres that existed at that time through random sampling.  In 2017, 6 study centres were selected out of 26 study centres existing currently through random sampling. The instruments, used to collect data were a questionnaires and an interview schedule. The analysis of data was done qualitatively.

Keywords: Comparing Problems 2007-2017, Open University of Sri Lanka Student, satisfaction Study, centres, Student support, services, Suggestions.
Title: Problems Faced by OUSL Study Centres Then and Now
Author: Lalith Ranjan Gonsalkorala
ISSN 2394-9686
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Abstract: The emphasis on the history of mathematics is able to foster the interest in learning mathematics. History of mathematics provides information and the reasons behind the mathematical formula outcome. This study was to examine the attitudes and beliefs of postgraduates on the use of mathematical history. 67 postgraduate students who are pursuing courses in education field were chosen to be the sample of the study. This study used Attitudes and Beliefs towards the Use of History of Mathematics in Mathematics Education (ABHME) Questionnaire for data collection purpose. The data were analyzed using Statistical Package for Sosial Science Version 21 to produce descriptive statistics. The results showed that postgraduate students have moderate attitudes and belief to integrate history of mathematics. Meanwhile, the study found that the history of mathematics can contribute to others scientific disciplines and positively in the learning of mathematics.

Keywords: Attitudes and beliefs, History of Mathematics, postgraduate students.
Title: Postgraduate’s Attitudes and Beliefs towards the Use of History of Mathematics
Author: Nur Fadzilah Binti Mat Yusof, Siti Mistima Binti Maat
ISSN 2394-9686
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Abstract: Number of researches has demonstrated the beneficial effects of phonemic awareness instructions on reading for English native speaking children. Recently, research has shown that phonological awareness instruction promotes growth in reading among young children from diverse linguistic backgrounds also. In this paper, the researcher has tried to observe the impact of phonemic awareness like phoneme isolation, phoneme blending, phoneme segmenting and phoneme substitution on literacy skills of kindergarten and class I students. Empirical testing is done and the results have shown the significant effect.

Keywords: Phoneme, Phonemic awareness, reading skills, experimental study.
Title: The Role of Phonemic Awareness in Developing Literacy Skills of Kindergarten and First Grade Students: An Experimental Study
Author: Shruti Marwah, Dr. Shashiprabha Jain
ISSN 2394-9686
International Journal of Novel Research in Education and Learning
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