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Item Library E-Resources Impacts on Academic Performance of University Students of Tamil Nadu(3rd International Conference on Library and Information Management, Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2019) Arockiavathy, S.A.The major focus of the present research is to analyse the relationship between the availability of the eresources in the library combined with the academic performance of the library users. For the present study, the libraries located in the state universities of the Tamil Nadu are selected. The sample size for the present research is 412 which is finalised using Cochran's formula. The method of selecting the respondents was random sampling technique from probability sampling method. Structural equation modelling (SEM) with mediation used in order to analyse the data.Item The Impact of The Employee Motivational Processes to the Employee Productivity (with reference to garment factories in Katunayaka)(4th National Research Conference on Applied Social Statistics, Social Statistics Students’ Association, Department of Social Statistics, Faculty of Social Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018) Gunasekara, V.R.In the competing business world, the producers to follow various strategies to sell their products to the customers. All these strategies and efforts are laid upon the human resources in the organization to increase the productivity. In this process of increasing the productivity, human resources are known to be the one of most valuable factors. The involvement of the human resources is massive in every aspect such as decision making, managing, manufacturing etc. So, it is safe to say that future path of an organization can be defined by the human resources in the company. For these reasons, it is necessary to pay special attention to the human activities within the company. The main objective was to identify whether the motivation processes for employees working in apparel industry in Katunayaka affect employee productivity?”. The sub-objectives can be suggested as follows. Study at what level the productivity varies depending on the motivation, study what motivational methods influence productivity and study whether a motivation method used by one institution can also be used by the other institution. Three garment factories were selected to choose 150 employees as the sample. Cluster sampling method was used to select the sample. Correlation and regression analysis were used to analyze data. From the total of 150 people, 17% of the respondents believe that the job attitudes have severely impacted the growth of employee productivity. And also, the training has been found as the contributed factor to employee productivity. 21% of respondents believe upon that the training can affect the productivity. The employees stated that, after completing the training programs it is expected to increase employee productivity. When concentrate on the above results, Different type of employee motivation modes affects the productivity of the company in numerous ways. According to the conducted survey, the two of main employee motivation methods were employee training programs and other non-financial allowances. So non-financial employee motivation methods are more helpful to increase the productivity of the company than the financial motivation methods according to the participantsItem Motivation and Attitudes towards Learning English: A Study of Diploma in English Students at a Semi-Government Institute in Sri Lanka(4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018) Chathurani, R.A.M.This study outlines the results of a survey which was carried out to identify the motivation and attitudes of students of English Diploma towards learning English language at the National Institute of Business Management which is a semi-government institute functioning under the Ministry of Science, Technology, Research, Skills Development and Vocational Training and Kandiyan Heritage. This research addresses an issue which is at the very core of language learning and teaching. As a result of this research some implications that would help increase the students’ motivation and attitude which help them achieve their goals could be identified. The study investigated motivation of the students in terms of three motivational constructs: instrumental motivation, integrative motivation and personal motivation based on Gardner’s and Cooper and Fishman’s works. On the other hand, learners’ attitudes regarding the 1) English language 2) use of language 3) competence 4) continuity and 5) culture of English language were identified since successful acquisition of a second language seemed to depend on learner’s views of the language learning environment, how they view the language and its speakers. A questionnaire and interviews were used for data collection from the sample which consisted of 60 students. The findings showed the students were motivated to learn English due to instrumental and utilitarian reasons. Personal reasons were also regarded as important motivational factors. However, the results provided evidence that learning English to be a part of the Western culture had the least impact in motivating students to learn English language. On the other hand, data regarding the students’ attitudes revealed that most of students had positive attitudes towards the social value and educational status of English. In addition, the findings showed the students’ positive orientation toward the English language. It is interesting to note that a high number of students showed their interest in the culture of English speaking community but did not wish to be a part of their cultureItem A Study of Factors Influencing and contributing towards the Sport Volunteers’ Satisfaction(Northumbria university, 2016) Ranjan, W.Sport organisations are increasingly reliant on episodic volunteers for the successful delivery of sport events and sport programs. Therefore, managers of sport organisations’ must concern about utilising sport volunteers in their sport programs for effective and efficient operation, for that managers should understand volunteer motives and satisfaction (Pauline, 2011). In an effort to do this, this study was examining characteristics of volunteer motivation and factors responsible for the volunteer satisfaction using Bang and Challadurai’s (2003) volunteer motivation scale and Kuhn and Guzley’s (2002) volunteer satisfaction index. This study used volunteers from around the world who have sport volunteer experience as the sample population as well as both random and snow ball sampling techniques were used to collect data. A Likert-scale online survey was used and administered (n=185) to gain volunteer perception of their motivation and satisfaction associated with individual volunteer experience. The results of descriptive analysis indicate that interpersonal contact, career orientation, personal growth, community involvement and love of sport are the motivational factors encouraging volunteers to participate in sport volunteerism. Thus, multiple regression analysis reveals that Career orientation and personal growth best explained volunteer satisfaction with volunteer experience. In addition, volunteer satisfaction dimensions such as Group integration, Empowerment and Organisation Support are satisfied according to the perception of volunteers with volunteer experience. Thus, multiple regression analysis reveals that empowerment and organisation support are the most influencing factors towards volunteer satisfaction in their volunteer experience. Furthermore, person correlation analysis indicated that both motivation and satisfaction factors have positive correlation. Finally concluded that most volunteers focus on satisfying their personal goals through participating in sport volunteerism. For further researchers can be recommended to do research using different methods such as mix methods, qualitative methods and could use different influencing factors to address the gap in literature of volunteer satisfaction and motivation.Item A Study on the Factors Affecting Employee Commitment in University Libraries in Sri Lanka.(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Jayasinghe, K.K.Employee’s commitment is a major aspect of organizational success. The commitment of employees are decided on the various factors such as extrinsic reward and intrinsic rewards, job challenge, role fit, career path, promotions, job security, opportunity for personal development and freedom to work. The research is focused to identify the reasons that affect to commitment of library professional employees who work in state universities. This paper is based on a review of the factors affecting to commitment. Then primary data has been collected through Questionnaires and interviews. The secondary data is being used for identifying the commitment related factors comparing to the academic staff of university libraries. The population represents academic level employees of 10 state university libraries in Sri Lanka. Female married employees are much interest to work in these organizations and more than 50% of library academic staff represents them. In general, their commitment is lesser than female unmarried employees due to various factors such as family commitment, work stress etc. Female unmarried employees represent only 14% with higher commitment. These employees are not satisfying with the existing roles and looking for various job opportunities in the external market. Male employees also interest to engage in this profession and majority of them are married employees. Their commitment is low compare to female and they are of the view that they are underutilized. Male un-married employees represent only 2% and their commitment is much better than male married employees, these employees too of the view that, external opportunities are more viable than the current roles. Proper employee monitoring process should be implemented since majority of employees are idle and underutilized. Due recognition should be given to the committed employees and should encourage for innovations and analytical thinking. Career path should be reorganized and need to build employee career life cycle within the organization. Employee rotation process should be implemented in order to share the knowledge among employees. Employee’s ideas, views should be taken in to consideration for decision-making Motivate employees by providing various kinds of benefits.Item Differentiating gender, BMI level and year levels motives for physical activity participation: with special reference to university of Kelaniya(Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016) Dissanayake, A.; Arachchige, O.; Dissanayake, N.B.; Kumari, H.V.M.; Pitigala, P.K.G.C.Despite the many clear benefits of on activity, lifestyle, lack of Physical Activity (PA) is a significant health problem in the university population. A key issue in Physical Activity research is developing an understanding of Motivation. Although PA takes many forms, most research designed to enhance motivation for and ignores participation. The purpose of this study was to analyze motives for engaging in PA and determine and describe motivational differences related to gender, year level and body mass index in a university population. A descriptive cross-sectional design was used. The study was conducted in the Faculty of Social Science. The subject includes a random sample selection of 200 university students in fourth and second year student. Data were collected from MPAM-R (Motives for physical activity Measure-Revised) questionnaire. The motives of Gender, BMI (Body Mass Index), Year Levels and ANOVA to determine if there is a significant difference between the mean scores of motivation for PA participation of university students. Results further show that there is a significant difference between the five factors for motivation for each Gender, BMI, and fitness as determined by one-way ANOVA (F (1,198) = 4.587, P=.033). The study recommends that the University of Kelaniya further supports students’ interest for leisure related PA, and to possibly organize various sports clubs to create an avenue for students to play and complete in an activity that is interested in.Item Budgetary Participation and Managerial Performance of Functional Managers in Sri Lankan Manufacturing Companies: An Empirical Study(University of Kelaniya, 2005) Lalani, P.Though participation in budgeting has been the most widely studied issue in management accounting research in the world, it seems that none of the research in Sri Lanka has attempted to look into this issue. Several studies have investigated the relationship between budgetary participation and managerial performance (Brownell & McInnes 1986, Brownell 1981, Milani 1975, Kenis 1979); however, the exact nature of the relationship remains unclear, as the results reported by previous studies have been inclusive and contradictory. Therefore, this study is an attempt to concentrate on behavioural aspects of budget setting in Sri Lanka. The study examines the functional manager’s participation in budget setting and its effect on their motivation and job relevant information, especially on their managerial performance. Conceptual framework and research hypotheses are developed from related findings in research in accounting and organizational behaviour. Expectations in the conceptual framework are explored and hypotheses are tested with data gathered from 43 managers in manufacturing firms. Structured questionnaire was the basic method of data collection supported by the follow up interviews with selected number of respondents. Data is analyzed by using univariate analysis, correlation analysis, regression analysis, and path analysis. The empirical results prove some research hypotheses and do not accept the conceptual framework. The study reveals that there is no direct or indirect effect of budgetary participation on managerial performance. That shows inefficiency of budgetary participation of the functional managers in manufacturing companies in Sri Lanka. However, the study concludes that the budgetary participation directly related with participant’s motivation and with their job relevant information.Item Students Participation in Sporting Activities: A case study, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka(Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, 2009) Perera, B.L.H.; Jayantha, K.; Gunarathna, M.; Ramanayaka, N.The University spends annually a considerable amount of their funds for the development of sport facilities. The amount spent on sport facilities has to be evaluated by comparing total spent with the number of students participating sporting activities. This condition indicates a verity of indicators. The administrators’ states that the students are engaged in activities other than sports and the existing facilities are underutilized. Time restrictions arising from the existing academic schedule also affects the participation of students in sports. This kind of poor participation in sports activities by students cannot be ignored as the current undergraduates are the future human resources of the nation. It has to be emphasized that physical and mental well-being is a fundamental factor. As such it is very important to have a closer look at this demand and supply mismatch and which leads to fulfill the objectives of the university. Data were collected for the study via a questionnaire which consists of closed questions. Data were gathered by the students following sport management module from the undergraduates who are engaged in sport activities at the Physical Education Division. All respondents in the sample (n=400) were being full-time students. Out of them 73%, 16.5%, 20.5% are represented in the stream of Arts, Science and Commerce and 58.8%, 19.0%, 14.3%, 8.0% level 1 to 4 undergraduates respectively. Through the structured questionnaire information on eight motivating factors for participation in sport activities were evaluated. Reasons given for participating in sport activities were varied and different in the case of each individual.