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Start date: 2010End date: 2019Author: search.filters.author.Mosha, Goodluck E.

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    An investigation into perceived barriers to the use of internet resources in lesson preparation in selected universities in Tanzania
    (The African Journal of Finance and Management, 2012) Mosha, Goodluck E.; Kapaya, Chausiku M. O.
    This study is about the perceived barriers to using internet resources in lesson preparation from four public universities in Tanzania, namely: University of Dar-es-Salaam, Sokoine, Mzumbe and Ardhi Universities. The study used a sample of 100 respondents randomly selected from the four public universities. A combination of qualitative and quantitative approaches was used in studying a phenomenon. Data were collected using documentary review, interview guides, observation and questionnaires. Quantitative data from the questionnaires were analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), while qualitative data from interview guides and observation were analysed descriptively using a content analysis procedure. It was found that the most common barriers to internet resources in lesson preparations are related to poor internet connectivity, poor bandwidth, inadequate ICT facilities, outdated computer hardware and software, meagre budget allocations, inadequate library user education and bad experience in using internet resources. It is therefore recommended that the management of the four surveyed universities address the said barriers so as to improve the usage of e-resources in lesson preparations. This may be done by providing and improving ICT facilities, allocating adequate budget for e-resources, and conducting staff and user training.
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    Library cataloguing and classification: A study text for beginners
    (Mzumbe University, 2013) Mosha, Goodluck E.; George, Bea, K.
    This book gives a simple elucidation of most of the concepts developed regarding cataloguing, classification and library automation with suitable illustrations necessary in making the topics understandable. It also makes clear the principles of both practical cataloguing and classification. Introductory, middle and final chapters integrate needs of library professionals on the concepts of cataloguing and classification using traditional and modern procedures including OPACs and automation in libraries and information centres. The book has been designed to serve as a teaching text book for library programmes and also as a reference guide for practical cataloguing and classification of information resources. It is therefore, of immense value to students of library science who can use it to gain both theoretical aspects as well as practical skills in processing library materials.
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    Business information needs and seeking behavior of tie and dye Small and Medium scale Entrepreneurs (SMSEs)
    (Journal Article in Interdisciplinary Studies on Information Technology and Business (ISITB, 2013) Peter, Siyao; Mosha, Goodluck E.; Ochieng, Lucy Mathoro.
    This study investigates the business information needs and seeking behavior of tie and dye SMSEs in Ilala and Kinondoni Districts in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. It comprised a sample of 50 respondents who were largely 41(82%) females and only 9(18%) males. It used a cross-sectional design for both quantitative and qualitative research approaches. The data were collected by using structured questionnaires, and face –to –face interviews. The ones collected through questionnaires were summarized and analyzed using SPSS and Microsoft Excel Spread sheet. Data from the in-depth interview were analyzed using content analysis. The key findings of the study indicate that: firstly tie and dye SMSE members prefer to seek information through radios, printed materials, television, mobile and landline phones, friends, relatives, neighbors, business leaders, and by consulting the experienced SMSEs so as to share information. Secondly, the mostly needed tie and dye information includes market situation, credit availability from financial institutions, information on business risks, sources of raw materials, and information on external market opportunities. Thirdly, the study identified challenges facing the tie and dye SMSEs in seeking for information. The challenges were: excessive cost of accessing information, format and language problems, lack of knowledge and skills on how to seek information and inaccessible information sources such as libraries and information centers. The study recommends the presence of accessible libraries and information centers containing relevant and simple information materials written in well understood languages on tie and dye business.