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Bmit 110: Communication And Study Skills 2010/2011 Question Paper
Bmit 110: Communication And Study Skills 2010/2011
Course:Bachelor Of Business Management And Information Technology
Institution: Kabarak University question papers
Exam Year:2011
INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer question ONE and any other THREE questions.
Question 1
a). Effective communication demands good mastery of content. With the aid of an example,
explain how the above can determine the success or failure of the communication transaction.
(4marks)
b). i) Discuss the pertinent issues that students should observe while devising a realistic weekly
study timetable. (8marks)
ii). All students irrespective of their skills, abilities and specialization should prioritize to
attend lectures. What specific benefits do students derive from lectures? (6marks)
c). i) You have been identified to present a speech to a diverse audience. Explain how you can
overcome cultural factors as an obstacle to listening. (4marks)
ii). Public speaking is a two-way traffic. Justify this with an example. (4marks)
d). i) State and explain any three qualities that you would consider, before selecting the
appropriate source out of the many that are published on the same subject. (6marks)
ii). National libraries are indeed copyright libraries. Examine the role of these kind libraries
to a particular country. (4marks)
iii). Periodicals are valuable collection in library. Identify and explain any two specific
advantages they have over the other types of information sources. (4marks)
Question 2
a). How distinct is an academic library from other types of libraries. (2marks)
b). The library is the most important resource centre in academic institutions. With examples,
explain any three regulations that students should observe while using the library.
(6marks)
c). Dewey Decimal Classification scheme and the Library of Congress Classification scheme
are the most widely used schemes in academic institutions. Identify and explain any three
distinctive features of these schemes that have led to their global recognition.
(6marks)
d). Reference sources aid library users to maximize use of the different information sources.
Explain the three major reasons why they cannot be lend out. (6marks)
Question 3
a). State and explain any four sources of knowledge and for each, provide at least one mode of
transmission. (8marks)
b). Error in research is inevitable. Examine any three causes of error in research and for each,
give a practical solution. (6marks)
c). Many research proposals are turned down for being sub-standard and the students/candidates
are to blame for their unwarranted mistakes. Examine any four characteristics that research
proposals should possess to meet all the standards of acceptability.
(8marks)
Question 4
a). Research has proved that many people are terribly poor listeners. Describe any four strategies
that students can use to prepare for lectures. (8marks)
b).i) What is the main purpose of listening therapeutically? (2marks)
ii). Most audience members normally prejudge their speakers by appearance and presentation.
Suggest two possible ways that listeners can use to overcome this obstacle. (4marks)
c). A conducive environment is a prerequisite for effective communication. State and explain
any three major aspects that you would consider when setting the location for listening
transactions. (6marks)
Question 5
a). Why should university students improve their reading skills? (2marks)
b).With appropriate examples identify and explain the four methods of speech delivery.
(8marks)
ii).Which mode is suitable for an audience that requires precise and accurate information.
(1marks)
c). Describe any three advantages that experienced speakers have over the inexperienced ones.
(6marks)
ii). Creating favorable first impression is a prerequisite for successful oral presentations. Explain
any two strategies that a speaker can use to create first impression. (3marks)
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