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ABSTRACT Creativity is an important element in the development of educational organizations. Alth... more ABSTRACT Creativity is an important element in the development of educational organizations. Although many variables influence students' creativity in universities, there is reason to suspect that leadership behaviours' of lecturers represent a particularly powerful influence. In this study, we examined leadership behaviours contributing to enhancing students' creativity.

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to determine the factors which could foster and enhance st... more ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to determine the factors which could foster and enhance students' creativity in three research universities in Malaysia. The data collected from 520 postgraduate students. Correlation analysis was employed to analyze data. Findings of this study indicated that three factors such as intrinsic motivation, psychological empowerment, and support for innovation contribute significantly to the development of students' creativity.

ABSTRACT In the current environment of market competition and globalization, change management st... more ABSTRACT In the current environment of market competition and globalization, change management strategies become increasingly important for all organizations including education. In this regard, managing systemic change implementation has been considered as the integral part of the change process to achieve organizational desired goals and objectives.

Abstract: In the current information age, e-learning system is a priority for educational organiz... more Abstract: In the current information age, e-learning system is a priority for educational organizations and institutions to face the new changes. Due to the dynamic characteristics of e-learning system, its implementation will results in a fundamental change at all levels and aspects of education system which is called systemic change.

Abstract In many societies, parents are willing to provide additional resources to ensure that th... more Abstract In many societies, parents are willing to provide additional resources to ensure that their children excel in their education. An example of such an investment is private tutoring, which has increasingly become an important component of educational investments. Unlike other countries that have attempted to ban private tutoring, it is legally allowed in Malaysia.“ScoreA” is an online tutoring programme that is endorsed by the Malaysian Ministry of Education.

ABSTRACT Leadership is an important factor in the effective implementation of technology in schoo... more ABSTRACT Leadership is an important factor in the effective implementation of technology in schools. This study examines the transformational leadership role of principals to determine whether transformational leadership role of principals in ICT implementation in schools is influenced by the computer competence, level of computer use, and professional development activities of principals.

Abstract: Despite the proliferation of computers in schools, however, computers are not used adeq... more Abstract: Despite the proliferation of computers in schools, however, computers are not used adequately in schools (Cuban, 2001). Most of the teachers use computers for writing term papers, preparing tests and for tutorials as well as drill and practice (Flanagan & Jacobsen, 2003) Hence, the full potential of computers are not fully explored and utilized in ways that will be beneficial to students. One influential factor is the role of teachers.

This paper examines the role of women as the perpetuators of domestic violence in Nigeria using t... more This paper examines the role of women as the perpetuators of domestic violence in Nigeria using the Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) conducted in 2003. Results show that most of the independent variables tested were significantly correlated with attitudes to wife battering.

This article reports on the literature associated with the role of transformational leadership on... more This article reports on the literature associated with the role of transformational leadership on followers' creativity. Reviewing the literature indicated that transformational leadership behaviors closely match the determinants of innovation and creativity at the workplace, some of which are vision, support for innovation, autonomy, encouragement, recognition, and challenge. In fact, transformational leaders can encourage creativity through intrinsic motivation, empowerment of followers, and climate supportive of innovation at work environment. It is suggested that leaders should develop their style of leadership and learn the transformational leadership components of charisma (idealized influence), inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation and individualized consideration in order to enhance the creative performance of their employees.

Scientific Research and …, Jan 1, 2011

This article reports on the literature associated with Internet use by breast cancer patients. Re... more This article reports on the literature associated with Internet use by breast cancer patients. Reviewing the literature indicates that breast cancer patients can use the Internet as a source of information, social support, shared experience, empowerment, positive role models, professional support and patient advocacy. Also, studies reveal that a number of factors such as patients' personal characteristics, computer competence, computer access, attitudes of patients toward Internet and trust influence patients' decisions to use Internet to get cancer related information. It is suggested that health care providers should help patients to understand the role of Internet in their health care. Furthermore, they should encourage them to learn and use a credentialed website that is comprehensive and regularly updated by objective and unbiased experts to assist them in coping with their disease.

Asian Pacific journal of cancer …, Jan 1, 2011

This paper raises issues about the role of family members in providing support for breast cancer ... more This paper raises issues about the role of family members in providing support for breast cancer survivors. Data were collected from 400 breast cancer survivors in Peninsular Malaysia through a custom-designed questionnaire fielded at hospitals and support group meetings. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The analyses show that all family members could be supportive, especially in decision making and help with emotional issues. The spouse was the main support provider among the family members (others were children, parents, siblings and more distant relatives). The results also indicated that a significant percentage practiced collaborative decisionmaking. Breast cancer survivors needed their family members' support for information on survivorship strategies such as managing emotions, health, life style and dietary practice. The family members' supportive role may be linked to the Malaysian strong family relationship culture. For family members to contribute more adequately to cancer survivorship, it is suggested that appropriate educational intervention also be provided to them.