ABSTRACTDespite the fact that education is a fundamental human right, as an end to itself or as a means of participating in social- economic and other development activities, the high drop out rates in primary school in Kuria district Chinato zone found in western Kenya is amazing. The researcher wanted to find out if there is any deviation in the girl child's access and retention inschools with the introduction n ofFPE in the year 2003. the purpose of the study is to investiga...
ABSTRACT The essence of this study was to determine the effect of the gender issues on the academic performance of learners in selected schools of Othaya, Nyeri District, Kenya. Specific objectives of the study were to: examine the impact of gender on academic perfonnance of learners in Kiobatek district and to examine strategies used by schools to improve on the academic performance of the girls and boys in Othaya division. The methods used for data collection were face to face interview, wh...
ABSTRACT This study set out to investigate on slum life and learners' at risk of school failure. A case of Umoja zone, Embakasi division in Kenya. The following objectives guided the study; to establish the prevalence of learners who are at risk of school failure in Kwanjega slum; to identify the dominant factors in the slum responsible for putting learners at risk of school failure; to find out how these learners have been affected by risk factors and to assess the way teachers have intervie...
ABSTRACT Objectives: This study determined learning facilities and academic performance of students in mathematics subject of Nairobi Secondary School in Nairobi District, Kenya. Specifically, this study determined the profile of the respondents as to age and academic level. It also determined the level of learning facilities in terms of instructional aids! materials, classroom environment, human resource and teaching method. It determined the level of academic performance and determined if t...
ABSTRACT This study on the causes of school dropouts in Kamarinyii Division, Keiyo District and it was specifically aimed at finding out the causes, effects and to identifY the problems and solutions of school dropouts. The research used a variety of data collections which include; self administered questionnaires, interviews and observation. The sampling techniques ust;d in this study were: simple random samplii).g, purposive sampling and stratified sampling. The major findings of the study ...
ABSTRACT The study set out to investigate the effect of corporal punishment on academic performance of pupils in selected primary schools of Sacho Division, Baringo Central District - Kenya. Most teachers in primary schools have been using corporal punishment to "enhance" pupils' academic performance. Random sampling techniques were used to select 72 pupils from public schools and 24 pupils from private schools making a total sample size of 96 pupils. The same technique was used to select 72 ...
ABSTRACT Provision of special needs education is a great milestone in addressing the challenges found in learners with special needs. This research has been initiated to investigate how attitudes of regular primary school teachers have helped in inclusion of learners with hearing impairment in a regular primary school. The investigation was centered in finding out attitudes towards people with hearing impairment, Salamanca statement and framework for the action and intervention of the hearing...
Abstract The focus of this study was to investigate the impact of industrialization on the wetland environment of Nalukolongo. The study is of a great significance as it aims not only to harmonize the ecological losses resulting from wetland conversion but also, to bring into focus the forces that have been detrimental to wetland environment. The main variables the study considered include: Types of industries and their products, the role of industrialization in Nalukolongo wetland reclamatio...
ABSTRACT The topic of this research was "an iovestigation into the factors affecting performance in social studies in Busaba Sub-County in Butaleja district". The objectives of the study were to : find out the most effective and efficient methods of teaching social studies in primary schools, the type of instructional materials used in teaching social studies and the teachers attitude towards teaching social studies. The significance of this study may help the teachers in the field, education...
TABLE OF CONTENT DECLARATION APPROVAL DEDICATION LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS v CHAPTER ONE: 8 1.0 Introduction 8 1.1 Background of the study 8 1.2 Statement of the problem 10 1.3 Purpose of the Study 11 1.4 Research Objectives 1.5 Research Questions12 1.6 Scope of the study 12 1.6.1 Geographical scope 12 1.6.2 Subject scope 12 1.6.3 Time scope 12 1.7 Significance of the Study 12 1.7 Definition of Key Terms 13 1.8 Theoretical Perspectives 14 CHAPTER TWO 15 LITERATURE REVIEW 15 2.0 Intro...
ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to determine factors that affect prevention of HIV/AIDS among people with Disabilities in Nkondo Sub-County, Buyenda District. In fulfilling this purpose, the study determined level of prevalence of HIV/AIDS among people with disabilities in Nkondo Sub-County; determined the social factors that influence prevention of HIV/AIDS among people with disabilities; economic factors that affect prevention of HIV/AIDS among people with disabilities and lastly, so...
TABLE OF CONTENTDECLARATION ......................................................................................... i APPROVAL ..................................................................................... ii DEDICATION ..................................................................................... iii ACKNOWLEDGEMENT .................................................................... .iv TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........................................................................
ABSTRACT This study expounds the inWact of teacher motivation on student performance in Uganda; A case study ofNansana town council, wakiso district. The purpose of this research study was to critically examine the influence of teacher motivation on student performance in secondary schools in Uganda but researcher used Nansana town council to act as the a representation of the whole area of study for deeper investigation.. This study was guided by three main objectives the general one being; ...
ABSTRACT The study investigated the effects of communication difficulties n academic performance of learners with hearing impairment. The study was guided by specific objectives that included; identifying ways in which our communication can be improved to suit school performance, the effect of communication on school performance, roles of the school in reducing communication barriers. The study was descriptive and analytical in nature where purposive sampling was used to select population. It...
ABSTRACT This study intended to establish the relationship between home background and academic performance of secondary school students in Munarya sub county, Kapchorwa District. During the study, the data was collected using documentary analysis, already existing literature (secondary and primary data) in comparison with primary sources of data. The study was guided by the following specific aims, To find out the relationship between parental marital status and academic performance, to esta...