International Journal of Innovative Research and Development

Kofi Asante-Kyei

Abstract

Junior staff constitutes about 50% of the total work force of the Takoradi Polytechnic. The contribution of these workers to the efficient and effective running of the Polytechnic is of major importance. This study aims at finding out how best to motivate these workers of the Polytechnic with a view to improving their performances and productivity. An analysis of answers to questions related to the sex, age, working experience, educational qualifications, job satisfaction, prospects for promotion, performances on the job, relationships, communication and discipline was made. Factors hindering higher motivation of the junior staff were also revealed. Recommendations for higher motivation were finally made to enhance junior staff performance and service delivery at the Takoradi Polytechnic.

Keywords

Management, Motivation, Polytechnic, Productivity, Performance

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Kofi Asante-Kyei , Patrick Owusu Ansah

Abstract

Design and production of flower vases in a form of clay art has been in existence for so many years. Currently, they are practiced with much improvement and modern technology as compared to the ancient times. Flower vases are said to be for decorative purposes. Today, flower vases serve many purposes such as decorations, pen and pencil holders in the offices. Modex Oil Company, dealers of petroleum products and shopping centres does not have customized flower vases for decoration and beautification of the shopping centres. This study seeks to display and subsequent production of customized decorative flower vases for the company's shopping centres to enhance the beautification of the centres and solve some related problems. The technique used for the production is "throw and join" method. Washed clay was the main material used for the production. The "throw and pin" technique of production was very effective and efficient in the production of the flower vases. Experimental and Descriptive research approaches were employed. It is recommended that ceramists and other clay artists as well as students experiment with other materials and techniques in the production of flower vases to bring variety in the field of flower vases production.

Keywords

Flower Vases, Clay, Decorative, Washed Clay, Shopping Centres

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