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    Aircraft Design
    (2015-07-14) Ondore, Faustin
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    CRIME DIFFERENTIALS IN METROPOLITAN SLUM AREAS: AN ANALYSIS OF SLUMS IN THE CITY OF NAIROBI, KENYA
    (2016-03-01) Ndikaru, John
    This book provides explanations of crime differential in metropolitan slum areas with a view of suggesting crime prevention strategies. The author did in-depth investigation into the problem of crime in Nairobi, Kenya's capital city. The book has explored the types and the causes of crime between the four major slums in Nairobi (Kibera, Mathare, Korogocho and Mukuru) and compared victimization within different demographic characteristics of Nairobi slums residents. Furthermore, the assessment of awareness, attitude and perceptions of safety as experienced by residents is explained. The author investigates crime mitigation strategies currently employed in the slum areas of Nairobi. The book confirms that even if structurally, the four major slums surveyed are social-demographically homogeneous, the crime related in the slums are inter-slums' heterogeneous. Dr. Ndikaru observes that an effective strategy in one slum might not necessarily work in another slum. The slums have similar socio-demographic characteristic but vary in levels and intensity of crime. The book is highly recommended for scholars, students and researchers in criminology in Kenya and elsewhere.
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    Design and development of an experimental aircraft
    (2015-07-14) Ondore, Faustin
    A flying aircraft can be dangerous to operate. Airworthiness and safety issues must be fully addressed. A variety of designers and producers have taken the easy route by procuring and assembling suitable knock-down kits from which good 'home-made' aircraft have been produced. Many of such aircraft have are deployed in private leisure, sport and other categories. Production of experimental aircraft poses special challenges, because the resulting air vehicle must not only fly safely but be capable of supporting aerial experimental activities. In the present work, the university team's focal point is on the optimum balance of flight safety and effective achievement of the experimental missions. Hence we address such functions and capabilities as handling qualities, aerial photography and the multi-faceted system of aerodynamic data acquisition, on-board storage and retrieval. Further, all design calculations must mainly be produced from the designer's original concept and not imported from other sources. The team is unaware if a similar aerial vehicle has been produced, tested and used in such a stringent frame, in a university environment.
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    Digital Technologies for Information and Knowledge Management
    (2020-12-04) Kwanya, Tom; Kiplang'at, Joseph; Wamukoya, Justus; Njiraine, Dorothy
    Technologies play a pivotal role in the management of information and knowledge. They leverage the creation, collection, processing, storage, sharing and perpetuation of individual, community or organisational knowledge. Technologies provide a set of transformative functionalities which enhance the knowledge management processes. These functionalities support communication, coordination, analysis, presentation and diffusion of knowledge cost-effectively, conveniently, interactively and promptly. This book is part of the discourse on how best to apply the increasingly ubiquitous digital technologies and media to manage information and knowledge in a way which enhances the effective identification, documentation, popularisation and application of strategic knowledge in the society. The chapters have been contributed by scholars from diverse contexts thereby creating a rich mash-up of perspectives. The book presents pertinent discussions on digital technologies and media which are applied to manage information and knowledge in this era. The chapters are structured into eight (8) broad categories. The categories include Digital Libraries and Information Repositories; Citizen Media and Technologies; Big Data Systems; Learning Media and Technologies; Internet of Things and Emerging Technologies; Technology and Information Ethics; Management of Electronic Records; as well as Information and Knowledge Organisation. All the chapters in this book have been subjected to an elaborate quality assurance process to leverage their contribution to the existing literature on information and knowledge management. As such, both the abstracts and full papers were subjected to double-blind peer review and professional copy editing. I am convinced that information and knowledge management scholars, students and practitioners will find valuable nuggets in the chapters and will use the same for theory development; policy formulation and implementation; and in their professional practice. This book is a direct product of the 2nd International Conference on Information and Knowledge Management which was held on 21-14 August 2018 in Nairobi, Kenya. It would not have been possible to publish it without the support of the conference organisers, participants, and sponsors. We particularly acknowledge the support of Prof. Dr.-Ing. Francis W.O. Aduol, the Vice-Chancellor of the Technical University of Kenya, who opened the event and also shared tips on the future of information and knowledge management as a scholarly discipline. On behalf of the organising committee and the three hosting institutions, I wish you an insightful reading of the chapters.
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    Emerging Trends in Information and Knowledge Management
    (Technical University of Kenya, 2017) Kwanya, Tom; Kiplang'at, Joseph; Wamukoya, Justus
    Information and knowledge have become the key pillars of national, organisational and individual performance, excellence, competitiveness, growth, innovation and impact. While information management is concerned with the lifecycle of information, knowledge management encompasses the processes, people, techniques and tools used to enhance the intellectual capital owned by individuals, groups and organisations in terms of their know-how, ideas, expertise, competencies and experiences. Essentially, knowledge management enables entities to make the best use of their knowledge assets. The value of knowledge to sustainable development is anchored on the fact that it is limitless; grows with use; and is not easily replicable. In spite of the fact that information and knowledge are core components of the socioeconomic structures of the modern society, many challenges still hamper their effective management, diffusion, utilisation and perpetuation. Various discourses are ongoing on how best to manage these critical resources in ways which enhance their application in the human efforts to increase economic productivity, social justice, safety and general wellbeing of people worldwide. Consequently, theories have been developed; best practices established; and lessons learnt. However, challenges still abound on how best to share, apply and validate these nuggets. This book is an integral part of this discourse through its 40 chapters authored by academics, professionals and practitioners in information and knowledge management. The chapters are structured around ten themes: Emerging Trends in Libraries and Information Centres; Knowledge Sharing and Diffusion; Indigenous Knowledge; Records Management; E-Governance; Information and Knowledge Management Education; Role and Impact of Information and Knowledge Centres Legal and Ethical Issues in Information and Knowledge Management; Social Media in Information and Knowledge Management; Digital Trends in Information and Knowledge Management The uniqueness of this book lies in the fact that the authors of the chapters are drawn from diverse backgrounds, experiences and geographical contexts. This has enriched the content by creating diverse voices on the current and emerging issues in information and knowledge management. This approach ensures that the readers do not end up in restrictive echo chambers where they only access content which they are already familiar with. Similarly, it gives the readers an opportunity to readily find content on all the specialisation areas of information and knowledge management in one volume. The chapters were subjected to a rigorous scholarly publishing process to ensure that they contribute fresh and unique perspectives to the themes. In this regard, they were subjected to a plagiarism test using Turnitin software; double blind peer review by eminent scholars in the discipline; and a comprehensive copy editing. Therefore, we are convinced that they will make significant contributions to theory, practice and policy in information and knowledge management. We wish you an insightful reading.
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    THE ENGINEERING PROFESSION IN KENYA
    (2015-07-14) Ondore, Faustin
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    From Collections to Connections: Transforming Libraries to Knowledge Centres
    (2020) Kwanya, Tom
    Abstract: The environment in which libraries operate has changed radically. Many empirical studies have confirmed that libraries all over the world are losing their crown as premier information service providers. Libraries have responded to threats by espousing diverse information services and products. Many responses have concentrated on how to improve the content of, and access to, collections. This chapter argues that libraries will thrive by transforming themselves into knowledge centres anchored on conversations facilitated by multifaceted connections. The topics discussed include the nature and trends of changes faced by libraries; the role and place of library collections in the emerging information universe; and how can libraries be transformed into knowledge centres through multidimensional connections and conversations. New models that libraries may consider using to become centres of knowledge-laden conversations are presented. Arguments for a new order are developed using evidence and facts from the literature to make the case for libraries to shift their focus from static collections to dynamic and conversation-enabling connections.
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    FUNDAMENTALS OF FLUID DYNAMICS
    (2015-07-14) Ondore, Faustin
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    Handbook of Research on Managing Intellectual Property in Digital Libraries
    (IGI Global, 2018) Kwanya, Tom; Tella, Adeyinka
    ABSTRACT This chapter elucidates the concept of social bookmarking, its benefits in digital libraries as well as the implications of its use on the intellectual property rights of the creators of the bookmarked works. The author concludes that digital libraries can use social bookmarking as a means of increasing access to and sharing of information resources; improve web searching; as well as to enhance collaboration in the creation and use of information. Since social bookmarks are, by and large, public descriptions of and pointers to the original resources, digital libraries do not infringe the intellectual property rights of their creators. Nonetheless, the libraries should watch against copying large volumes of content from the original resource as this may be construed as an intellectual competition with the bookmarked resource. Digital libraries are advised to develop and apply social bookmarking policies to streamline their use of social bookmarks.
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    Issues in music education in Kenya: A handbook for teachers of music
    (Emak Music Services, 2005) Akuno, E
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    Leveraging tourism in Kenya through indigenous knowledge
    (2015) Kwanya, Tom
    Abstract Indigenous knowledge is the local knowledge or knowledge that is unique to a given culture or society. It is an archive of the sum total of knowledge, skills and attitudes belonging to a community and passed down through many generations. The use of indigenous knowledge to attract tourists is known as indigenous tourism. This is a form of tourism in which the indigenous people are directly involved either through control and/or by having their culture serve as the essence of the attraction. Indigenous tourism gives indigenous communities an opportunity to tell their story to the world. It also gives tourists an authentic experience with the indigenous communities as well as their culture and environment which cannot be easily experienced through any other way. This chapter explores the use of indigenous knowledge to leverage tourism in Kenya through indigenous tourism. It demonstrates the value of indigenous knowledge in supporting sustainable national socioeconomic development. In the face of the prevailing cut-throat competition, indigenous communities in Africa can enhance their competitive edge by mainstreaming their unique indigenous knowledge in their tourism packages. Introductio
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    Mixed Methods and Quality of Postgraduate Research: A Kenyan Perspective
    (IGI Global, 2022) Kwanya, Tom
    ABSTRACT This chapter analysed the extent, nature, and suitability of use of mixed methods research by postgraduate students in Kenya as well as its influence on the quality of their research output. Data anchoring the chapter was collected through qualitative content analysis of 229 theses and dissertations of library and information science postgraduate students in Kenya retrieved from the respective institutional repositories. Of these, 193 were Master’s dissertations while 36 were doctoral theses. One hundred twenty-two (53.3%) of the theses and dissertations were developed using mixed methods research while 74 (32.3%) were based on qualitative studies. Most of the students collected both qualitative and quantitative data concurrently and merged the same during analysis and interpretation. It also emerged that the bulk of data collected by the students was qualitative; quantitative data was largely used to supplement or validate qualitative data. Using citations, it emerged that theses and dissertations developed through mixed methods research attracted more citations thereby indicating a superior quality.
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    Multicultural Music Teaching in American Public Schools: a case study of an elementary general music teacher
    (2015-06-30) Wakaba, Philip
    TABLE OF CONTENTS Acknowledgement Statement of the problem Purpose of the study Research questions Significance of the study Definition of terms Chapter summary
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    Music for Schools Standards 4 to 8
    (East African Educational Publishers, 1994) Akuno, EA
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    Perception of robots in Kenya’s infosphere: Tools or colleagues?
    (2021) Kwanya, Tom
    Abstract For many years, robots have worked autonomously in highly controlled environments away from human beings. With increasing advancements in robotics, there is a notable effort to transfer robots from isolation to workspaces shared with human beings. This has the potential to revolutionise the concept of work in the information sphere as we know it today. As engineers and programmers take care of technological and software issues, one overarching concern relates to how robots and human beings will relate to each other in the shared workspaces in the infosphere. This chapter explores attitudes and perceptions of information workers in Kenya towards robots in the information workspace. Two major questions are addressed in the chapter: Are robots considered as machines or colleagues by information professionals in Kenya? Are they pieces of equipment, or would they function as co-workers? This chapter is anchored on primary data obtained through key informant interviews with 20 information professionals in Kenya and secondary data from the literature review. The findings indicate that whereas information professionals in Kenya acknowledge the potential role of robots in handling the dirty, dangerous and dull elements of work in the infosphere, they consider them as machines incapable of relating to human workers as colleagues. Given that there are currently no collaborative robots in Kenya’s infosphere, the views of the professionals interviewed are not based on practical or actual perceptions. Nonetheless, these views are strengthened through literature from situations where collaborative robots exist. This chapter prepares information professionals to accept and collaboratively work with robots.
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