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An Assymetric Evaluation of Oil Price- Inflation Nexus: Evidence from Nigeria Author(s): Ahmed S. Alimi --- Oladotun D. Olaniran --- Timothy Ayuba
Keywords: Oil price, Inflation, Nonlinear ARDL, Brent oil price, West texas intermediate oil price, Nigeria.
Received: 5 December 2019 | Published: 2 March 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 1-11 | Citation: 0
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Transaction cost, price risk perspective and marketing channel decision of small-scale chili farmers in Tra Vinh Province, Vietnam
Author(s): Pham Quoc Hung and Huynh Viet Khai
Keywords: Marketing channel, Chili, Outlet references, Risk, Probit model
Received: 23-Sep-2019 | Published: 09-Mar-2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 68-80 | Citation: 0
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Susceptibility and resistant of different host varieties of oil palm and coconut palm towards pest, rhinoceros beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros)
Author(s): Izaitul Aida, I., Mohd Rasdi, Z., Ismail, R., Ismeazilla, M. B., Mohd Faizol, K., Muhammad Shakir, Z., Nur Fakriyah, A. and Noor Shuhaina, S. M.
Keywords: Susceptibility, Resistant, Oil palm, Coconut palm, Oryctes rhinoceros, Pheromone
Received: 31-Aug-2019 | Published: 05-Mar-2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 56-67 | Citation: 0
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The Development and Validation of an Integrated Learning Method Based on Problem-Based Learning in a Pedagogy, Technology and Assessment Course at Malaysia Public Universities
Author(s): Mohd Nazir Md. Zabit --- Tirzah Zubeidah Zachariah --- Norazilawati Abdullah --- Noraini Mohamed Noh --- Nor Hasnida Che Md Ghazali --- Hishamuddin Ahmad
Keywords: Problem-based learning, Development, Validation, Learning module, Integrated learning, Soft skills.
Received: 15 November 2019 | Published: 2 March 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 142-150 | Citation: 0
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Teachers Use of Code-Switching in ESL Classrooms at a Chinese Vernacular Primary School
Author(s): Low May May --- Azlina Abdul Aziz
Keywords: Code-switching, Functions, Perceptions, Teachers, ESL classrooms, Primary school.
Received: 12 November 2019 | Published: 2 March 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 41-55 | Citation: 0
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Realistic Specifications and Model Predictability: Testing the Performance of a Stochastic CGE Model with Regionally Correlated Yield Variability in the Wheat and Rice Sectors
Author(s): Tetsuji Tanaka --- Jin Guo
Keywords: Model validation, Simulation, Agricultural productivity, Producer price.
Received: 12 November 2019 | Published: 2 March 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 55-75 | Citation: 0
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Effect of Macroeconomic Factors on Firms ROA: A Comparative Sectorial Analysis from Pakistan
Author(s): Ali Shah Mohd --- Danish Ahmed Siddiqui
Keywords: Return on assets, Exchange rate, Inflation rate, Foreign direct investment, Unemployment rate, Unit labor cost.
Received: 12 November 2019 | Published: 2 March 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 1-17 | Citation: 0
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Smartphone Usage in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana: What are the Critical Drivers?
Author(s): Abdulai Adams --- Rose Omari --- Karbo Ransford Teng-Viel
Keywords: Determinants, Greater Accra, Smartphone, Probit model.
Received: 13 November 2019 | Published: 27 February 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 129-141 | Citation: 0
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The Impact of Social Insurance Contributions on Firms Employment and Wages: Evidence from China Employer-Employee Matching Survey Data
Author(s): Xinxin Ma --- Jie Cheng
Keywords: Social insurance, Wage, Employment, Chinese firm, Contribution rate, Social insurance, Privately-owned enterprises, State-owned enterprises.
Received: 15 November 2019 | Published: 26 February 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 42-60 | Citation: 0
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Fiscal policy sustainability in Nigeria: ARDL bounds testing technique
Author(s): Dauda Gbolagade Adebisi and Gbadebo Salako
Keywords:
Fiscal policy, Sustainability, Revenues, Error correction, Economy
Received: 07-Jun-2019 | Published: 02-Mar-2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 74-80 | Citation: 0
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Exploring the Connection between Critical Thinking Skills and Academic Writing
Author(s): Noor Hanim Rahmat --- Norhartini Aripin --- Nur Maizura Lin --- Wararat Whanchit --- Zulaikha Khairuddin
Keywords: Undergraduates, Academic writing, Writing process, I thinking skills.
Received: 7 November 2019 | Published: 24 February 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 118-128 | Citation: 0
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Rotating and Savings Credit Association (ROSCAs): A Veritable Tool for Enhancing the Performance of Micro and Small Enterprises in Nigeria
Author(s): Ademola Abimbola. O --- Ben-Caleb Egbide --- Adegboyegun Adekunle. E --- Eluyela Damilola. F --- Falaye Adebanjo. J --- Ajayi Abiodun. S.
Keywords: Performance, Rotating savings and credit Associations (ROSCAs), Savings Mobilization, Micro and small enterprises (MSEs), Formal financial institutions (FFIs).
Received: 4 November 2019 | Published: 24 February 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 189-199 | Citation: 0
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An Estimated Bayesian DSGE Model for Kazakhstan
Author(s): Nurdaulet Abilov
Keywords: DSGE, Bayesian analysis, Small open economy, Historical decomposition, Impulse response analysis, Variance decomposition.
Received: 5 November 2019 | Published: 20 February 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 30-54 | Citation: 0
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An Empirical Study of the Economic Status of Punjab Concerning India
Author(s): Gagandeep Singh --- Geetika Madaan
Keywords: Growth, Industrial productivity, Post-liberalization, Investment, Net value added.
Received: 5 November 2019 | Published: 20 February 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 107-117 | Citation: 0
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Upgrading rural youths’ capacity for driving shrimp-based agribusiness value chain in Nigeria
Author(s): Achoja Felix Odemero, Gbigbi Theophilus Miebi, Ikpoza Eguono Aramide and Denghan Janet Ebidenere
Keywords: Rural youths, Capacity upgrading, Captured-shrimp agribusiness value chain, Nigeria
Received: 08-Nov-2019 | Published: 02-Mar-2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 47-55 | Citation: 0
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Cohesiveness of farmers` groups in Delta State Nigeria: Its implication for agricultural development
Author(s): Albert Ukaro Ofuoku
Keywords: Group cohesion, Farmers` groups, Agricultural development, Protection motivation theory, Group satisfaction
Received: 06-Nov-2019 | Published: 28-Feb-2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 39-46 | Citation: 0
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An evaluation of mortality of sitophilus oryzae treated with selected insecticides via filter paper and food impregnated metho
Author(s): Ismeazilla, M. B., Mohd Rasdi, Z., Dzolkhifli, O., Norhayu, A. Izaitul Aida, I., Mohd Faizol, K., Muhammad Shakir, Z., Nur Fakriyah, A. and Noor Shuhaina, S. M.
Keywords: Mortality, Antifeedants, Sitophilus oryzae, Laboratory assessment
Received: 31-Aug-2019 | Published: 26-Feb-2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 23-38 | Citation: 0
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Resolving the Constraints in Accessing Microcredit: The Neglected Views of the Smallholder Farmers
Author(s): Emmanuel Tetteh Jumpah --- Abdulai Adams
Keywords: Microcredit, Smallholder farmer, Constraints, Access, Ada East, Microfinance institutions.
Received: 6 November 2019 | Published: 18 February 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 1-15 | Citation: 0
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The Influence of Corporate Governance on Financial Performance Mediated by Gender Diversity
Author(s): Lee Siew Tee --- Ismail Nizam
Keywords: Corporate governance, Board structure, CEO duality, Audit and risk committees, Gender diversity, Financial performance.
Received: 8 November 2019 | Published: 18 February 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 61-79 | Citation: 0
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Landlocked Countries, Institutions and Economic Dynamics
Author(s): Roger Alejandro Banegas Rivero --- Marco Alberto Nunez Ramirez --- Yesenia Clark Mendivil
Keywords: Landlocked country, institutions, DSGE, Counterfactual analysis, Calibration, Observational equivalence, Impact evaluation.
Received: 21 October 2019 | Published: 17 February 2020
Article Type: Research Article | Page: 160-188 | Citation: 0
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