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- ItemResources, teachers quality, and academic performance in maths, Mosocho Division Kisii District, Kenya.(Kampala international University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2006-11) J. Odhong, ObullThe study focused on the impact of teacher's quality and teaching resources in teaching maths in secondary schools on the performance of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). Performance of the learners is a basic indicator of effective learning. Grade scored in internal examinations are normally used as measures of the subjects. In this study, the researcher looked into qualifications, experience of teachers, teaching resources and the methods employed during instruction. The study further established that there are other factors that contribute to performance apart from the teacher's quality and teaching resources. Simple random and strategic sampling techniques were used. The sampled candidates were given questionnaires to fill in. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used. The researcher hopes that the findings of the study will be of great importance to the mathematics learners, educators, parents and society at large.
- ItemDrug Abuse and Students Discipline of Wajir Girls Secondary School in Wajir Central, Kenya(Kampala International University, school of science with education, 2007) Ismail Salat, HusseinThe purpose of this study was to investigate drug abuse and discipline of girls of Wajir girls’ school in wajir central in Wajir district, Kenya. The specific objectives of the study were to determine the relationship between drug abuse and the discipline of girls, identify the common drugs abused by girls and the effects of drugs on students. The methods used for data collection were questionnaires to the students and interviews with the teachers. The findings revealed that students who abused drugs had indiscipline cases and were therefore likely to drop out of school. It was revealed that the common drugs girls abused were alcohol, marijuana and cocaine. The study that drugs mostly affected the schooling of students since they did not concentrate in class. The study recommended that the ministry of the education and school authorities should provide preventive measures by checking what enters in school and also discourage students from taking drugs and also counsel those that are already taking drugs. The community and parents are important in a child’s life. They should therefore be sensitized and encouraged to participate in all programs that aim to solve the problem of drugs. The government should also include them in all the plans they make concerning the fight against drug abuse
- ItemAcademic Performance of Students in Science Subjects of Mutonguni Secondary School in Kitui District, Kenya(Kampala International University, school of science with education, 2007-04) Sila Onesmus, Nzung’aThis study determined the academic performance of students in science subjects of Mutonguni Secondary School in Kitui District, Kenya. Specifically, this study determined the profile of the students as to age, gender and class. It determined the level of academic performance and determined if there is a significant difference in the level of academic performance between male and female students
- ItemPerception of Women on Genital Mutilation, Kapcherop Division, Marakwet Kenya(Kampala International University, school of science with education, 2007-06) Gertrude J.., BusieneiThe purpose of the study was to investigate the perception of women on Genital Mutilation, within Kapcherop division of Marakwet District Kenya. The research was executed by use of questionnaires. These were distributed by the researcher. The data collected was analyzed based on the study of objectives and summarized in form of tables. The study employed descriptive survey method to determine the perception of women on FGM in Kapcherop Division, Marakwet District Kenya. From the findings it was concluded that the highest percentage of women have a negative attitude towards FGM it is thus recommended that FGM is not practice of the time, and the authorities should look into it and terminate it at aH costs
- ItemLearning Facilities and Academic Performance of Students in Mathematics Subject of Nairobi Secondary School in Nairobi District, Kenya(Kampala International University, school of science with education, 2007-06) Rose Chelagat, MaiyoThis 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 there is a significant relationship between level of learning facilities and level of academic performance
- ItemEnrolment in Free Primary Education and the Academic Performance of Pupils in Primary Schools in Ang’urai Division, Teso District Kenya(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2007-06) Abdullah, Aziz; Juma, P.Kenya has experienced a rapid expansion of the educatIonal system partly due to the high Government expenditure on education. Despite high level of expenditure on education, primary school enrolment has been on the decline sInce early 1990s and until 2003 when gross primary school enrolment increased to 104 percent after Introduction of FPE. However with an estimated net primary enrolment rate of 77 percent, the country is far from achieving universal primary education(UPE).The worrying scenario is that the allocation of resources within the education sector seems to be in effective as the Increasing expendIture on education goes to recurrent expenditure (to pay teachers salarles).Kenya’s Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper (PRSP) and the Economic Recovery Strategy for wealth and Employment creation(ERS) outlines the educational targets of reaching (UPE) by 2015.The Government is faced with budget constraints and therefore the available resources need to be allocated efficiently In order to realize the education targets. The paper uses Budget Negotiation Frame work (BNF) to analyze the cost effective ways of resource allocation In the primary education sector to achieve UPE and other education targets. Budget Negotiation Frame work is a tool that aims at achieving equity and efficiency in resource allocation. A survey was done across four provinces basing on population and economic activities. In each province, four districts were sampled and ten primary schools from each district selected. Interviews were conducted to assess the impact of FPE. General findings from the analysis showed that Universal primary education by the year 2015 was feasible for Kenya. The results also showed that with a more cost effective spending of education resources, increased trained teachers, enhanced text book supplies and subsidies targeting the poor, the country could realize higher enrollment rates than what has been achieved with free primary education.
- ItemLearning influence and Academic performance of students in chemistry in Mosocho division, Kisii district, Kenya.(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2007-07) Isaboke, Nyanaro; FerdinardThe purpose of this study was to investigate the learning int1uence and academic performance in chemistry in secondary schools in Mosocho Division. Kisii District. Kenya. This study was necessitated by the repeated poor performance \\·itnessed amongst candidates in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) .Examinations in Chemistry subject in the division. The study therefore sought to establish the factors behind the same with the view for setting the stage for reviews and reforms in pedagogy and learning environment. The literature review focused on the teacher related factors. student related l~tctors and physical facilities as the ones that may inf1uence performance of students in a subject. This was because performance of learners is believed to be a function of teaching and learning processes, of which these L1ctors are indispensable. The study targeted all the 16 schools in Mosocho division of Kisii District. In the schools, there were 16 teachers of Chemistry, 16 Head teachers and !.800 students who were in form 3 and form 4 and taking Chemistry. further. the physical f~Kilities that arc used in teaching Chemistry were targeted. Such facilities are laboratories. Laboratory equipment and text books among others. The researcher used simple random sampling in the selection of schools for the study. Thus. eight (50'%) schools were selected. Purposive sampling strategy \Vas used in the selection of 16 teachers or Chemistry and 16 Heaclteachers. The study rurthcr used the sale Study in the selection or Form 3 and Form 4 Chemistry students I(H· the Study. The physical t~Kilities were observed and the documents analyzed \\ere selected .·. purposively. The researcher Litilized questionnaires in soliciting inl(xmation li·om the ill; Chemistry teachers. hcadteachcrs and students oi'Chcmistry. The ubsLT\'atiun guide used in soliciting information about the actual physical racialists that aid Chemistry teaching within the schools in the study. The document analysis guide was also used in accessing the student performance in K.C.S.L in the schools in !tile last 5 years and the actual inventory schools. The findings of the study were reported using means. percentages. frequencies tables and standard deviations.
- ItemLearning Resources and Academic Performance in Chemistry in Mugoiri Location, Murang’a District, Kenya(Kampala International University, school of science with education, 2007-08) John Mwendia, NgareThe study looked at the relationship between learning resources and academic performance of chemistry students in Mugoiri location, Muranga district. In an attempt to achieve the above, two objectives were developed. This chapter presents the summary, conclusion and recommendations. The first objective sought to identify the relationship between level of resource availability and academic performance. The study focused on availability of text books, classrooms, practical materials, & laboratories in relation to academic performance. The second objective focused on the usage of learning resources. The study focused on the usage of text books, charts, television and specimens The government should buy learning resources in schools so that they are adequate and available for use to science students to help them perform better in academies. The school authorities should see to it that the available learning Resources are adequately utilized to improve the academic, performance of science students
- ItemTeaching methodologies and academic performance of students in agriculture in Loitokitok division Kajiado district Kenya(Kampala International University, College of Education Open and Distance Learning, 2007-08) Mbugua, Francis Ng'ang'aMany resources continue to be used in trying to uphold high standard of education in our country. However the outcome from this is not reflective. Considering the above, the researcher determined the teaching methodologies used in teaching Agriculture in Loitokitok division with the view of determining if there was any relationship between the teaching methodologies and the academic performance. The literature review was collected from different sources including books, journals and newspapers and used teachers and students from the different schools in the division. From the interpretation of data the lecture method was the most used method and the practical method was the least used method. The teachers also expressed their views on how to improve academic performance in agriculture in Loitokitok division and researchers, conclusions and recommendations from the research findings.
- ItemAcademic performance of students in chemistry subject of Jamhurl high school in Nairobi city, Kenya(Kampala international University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2007-08) Nungari Kung’u, GraceObjectives: This study determined the academic performance of students in chemistry subject of Jamhuri High School in Nairobi District, Kenya. Specifically, this study determined the profile of the students as to age, gender and class. It determined the level of academic performance and determined if there is a significant difference in the level of academic performance between male and female students. Design: This study employed the descriptive survey method of investigation. Environment: This study was conducted at Jamhuri High School in Nairobi city, Kenya. The school offers the 8-4-4 system of education. The school offered a variety of subjects which are Biology, Chemistry, History, C.R.E, Physics, Computer studies, Geography and Mathematics. Subjects: This study involved 82 students in the fourth year In high school namely: 40 from 4 West students and 42 from 4 East students. Instrument: This study was a researcher devised instrument which was a record sheet which sought to determine the profile of the respondents as to age, gender, class and level of academic performance in chemistry subject. Data Collection Procedures: The frequency and percentage was used to determine the profile of the respondents as to age, gender, class and level of academic performance in chemistry subject. The paired or related t-test was used to test for significant difference in the level of academic performance between male and female students. Findings: This study revealed the following: the mean age of the students was 17.93; the level of academic performance was fairly good (mean = 51); It was evident that there is a significant difference in the level of academic performance between male and female students. Conclusion: Based on the findings, it was concluded that the academic performance of students in chemistry subject were rated as fairly good. However, it needs to be improved.
- ItemAcademic performance of students in biology subject of Leseru secondary school in Uasin- Gishu district, Kenya(Kampala international international: College of Education, open and distance learning, 2007-08) Leonida, BusieneiThis study was a descriptive survey method that determined the Academic Performance in Biology, subject of Leseru Secondary School in Uasin-Gishu District Kenya. This study was conducted in Leseru Secondary School in Turbo Division Uasin Gishu District, Kenya. The School is situated 17 Kilometers West of Eldoret town along the Kenya-Uganda road. This study included 65 students wherein 23 third year students and 42 fourth year students. Among the 65 students 24 are male and 41 are female students. In the study was researcher-made instrument which was a record sheet that contained the profile of the respondents as to age, gender and academic level. The researcher wrote a transmittal letter to the principal of Leseru Secondary School in Turbo division asking for permission to conduct the study in his institution. Once the permission had been granted the researcher took the record sheet to the School Academic Committee Department to be filled. Once the record sheet had been filled, the researcher went ahead to calculate the frequencies and percentages to determine the profile of the respondents as to age, gender, academic level and level of academic performance. The paired or related t-test was used to test for significant difference in the level of academic performance between male and female students. The research findings shall be beneficial to the Ministry of Education, the Provincial Director of Education, District Education Officers, School Principals, teachers, parents and students in establishment of factors affecting academic performance.
- ItemFactors affecting Academic Performance of Secondary School Students in Nyandarua District, Kenya.(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning., 2007-08) Njoroge, Ruth KiomeThe purpose of this study was to explore the factors affecting academic performance of secondary schools in Nyandarua district, Kenya. The specific objectives of the study were to investigate the relationship between discipline and academic performance, to investigate the relationship between quality of teachers and academic performance and to investigate the relationship between the availability of facilities and academic performance. Quantitative Data was categorized according to the research variables and data generated from questionnaires was computed into frequency counts and percentages. The methods used for data collection were questionnaires to students and teachers and interviews with the head teachers of scho
- ItemPhysical facilities and academic performance of science in Ruchu Girls Secondary School, Maragua District, Kenya(Kampala International University.College Of Education, 2007-08) Mwangi, Daniel WaicigoThis study determined physical facilities of schools in relation to Academic performance of science students. It determines the profile of the respondents and determined the relationship between lighting and academic performance of science students, determined the relationship between building age and quality and academic performance of science students and determined the relationship between class size and academic performance of science students. The first objective was to find out the relationship between lighting and academic performance of science students. The findings reveal that lack of lights in the school stops students from reading and therefore negatively affects their academic performance. Also, it was revealed that the poor lighting of the school affects the eye sight of the students which naturally affects their academic performance. The second objective of the study was to find out if the state of building age and its quality affects academic performance. The finds reveal that poor buildings stop school authorities from buying science equipment necessary for students to learn. The third objective was to find out if class size has any effect on academic performance of science students. The findings revealed the big class size stops some students from hearing what the teacher is teaching and this affects academic performance. The study focused on the failure by students to hear what the teacher is teaching because of the big size of the class, the failure by the teacher to notice who misses classes and the failure by teachers to give exercises and tests to students because of the over whelming no students in class.
- ItemWork environment and performance of teachers in Masinga girl’s secondary school in Machakos district, Kenya(Kampala International University, School of Education, Open and Distance and E-learning, 2007-08) Emily, Afandi EsuhaThe study set out to establish the extent to which factors within the work environment affected the performance of teachers in Secondary schools in Kenya. It was guided by a number of objectives which were; to determine the profile of the respondents, to determine the factors within the work environment of teachers and to determine the significant relationship between work environment and performance of teachers. It was undertaken in Masinga Girls Secondary School in Machakos District, Kenya. The study was carried out using a self-administered questionnaire to the teachers and students. The hypotheses of the study were verified using the Pearson Product Moment Correlation based on certain conditions that described the data. The study results indicated that there is a relationship between factors within the work environment and performance of teachers in Masinga Girls Secondary School. It was indicated that if teachers perceive negatively of the elements in their work environment, their performance is likely to be dragged. From the study results, there was a need to provide good working environment for teachers in terms of working conditions, facilities and resources, motivation and good communication. Based on the findings, it was concluded that working conditions, communication, facilities and resources, motivation, teachers’ qualities, classroom management and teaching methods are all important factors in the teachers’ environment affecting the performance.
- ItemPerformance in biology at Tobago girls secondary school baringo district- Kenya.(Kampala International University.College of Education, 2007-08) Jepchirchir, Kipng'ok RispahPersistent miserable performance in mathematics and science in Kenya National examinational has raised a lot of concern to various stakeholders. In reaction to this poor performance the ministry of Education set up in SMASSE - service training for the teachers of science and mathematics. SMASSE in service training in biology results at Tabagon secondary school in Baringo District form four K C S E results were used thus Ex-post factor research design was employed. The research also involved the implementation of SMASSE concepts and the results were obtained from the academic department. The data from K C S E results were summarized in form of tables and description statistic was used to analyze the data. The results were discussed to find out if there existed a relation ship between the pre SMASSE and discussed to find out if there existed a relationship between the pre-SMASSE and post SMASSE period. The results revealed that SMASSE project hat a positive impact on the K C S E biology results. The researcher recommended that there should be a continued training even after a teacher completing the four cycles.
- ItemThe relationship between transfers and the motivation of teachers in secondary schools in north zone, Kirinyaga district, Kenya(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance learning, 2007-08) Karubiu Wainoi, AnneTeachers' transfers, the relocation of teachers are part and parcel of the general school administration. However, the handling of transfers could affect the motivation of the transferred teachers. This study examines the relationship between transfers and the motivation of teachers. The study was carried out in selected schools in Kirinyaga district in Kenya. The researcher used two sources of data namely; primary and secondary data. Primary data was collected using a self-administered questionnaire, administered to purposively selected sample of 152 teachers in around twelve schools in Kirinyaga District. Its structured interview schedule was administered to 15 key informants including head teachers and ministry of education officials. In total 168 respondents including head teachers and ministry of education officials. Secondary data was collected by reviewing related literature from books, reports, newspapers and the Internet. Quantitative data was analyzed using frequency counts and percentages. Qualitative data was analyzed based on them as derived from the objectives of the study followed consistently. In order for transfers to be used to the benefit of all concerned, this study recommended that; 1) The Ministry of Education should make a deliberate plan to sensitize all head teachers and teachers on the policy of transfers. 2) There is a need for objectivity in the implementation of transfers. 3) Since most teachers transferred are senior teachers, they should be promoted on transfer to boost their self esteem.
- ItemLearning Resources and Academic Performance of Students in Science Subjects: A Case Study of Kalyet Secondary School, Uasin-Gishu District, Kenya2(Kampala International University, school of science with education, 2007-09) Kemei Stephen, KipkemboiA study on the learning resources and academic performance of student in science subjects was undertaken. Kalyet secondary school in Uasin-Gishu district of Kenya, the area of study was undertaken as a case study. The study was guided by the research objectives which included; the identification of the essential learning resources for science subjects in the school, the determination of the significant relationship between learning resources and the academic performance of science subjects, the determination of the trend of the students performance science subjects in the school as well as the suggestion of possible solutions. The study employed both descriptive and quantitative methods of research design. A sample of 48 students and 7 teachers of the school were selected by use of a random of sampling technique. The students selected, filled the questionnaires of the study while the sample of teachers responded to the questions in the interview guide. Data collection methods included the collection of both the primary and secondary data by the use of data collection instruments such as; questionnaires and the interview guide. The researchers own observation on specific features of the phenomena under study was also employed in data collection. Data analysis was done by using the quantitative methods. Analyzed data has been presented in percentages, tabulations, graphics and pie-charts
- ItemSocio- economic factors and mathematics academic performance of students at Kenya certificate of secondary education of St. Paul’s Igonga secondary school in Kisii central district, Kenya.(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open & Distance Learning, 2007-09) Ongoro, Benjamin NyarekiFor many years academicians and researchers have debated about factors that influence a student academic performance in mathematics. From this debate, they have come to agree that socio- economic factors are among other factors that influence a student’s academic performance in mathematics. This study aimed at establishing socio- economic factors that affect mathematics performance of students at Kenya certificate of secondary education of St. Paul’s Igonga secondary school in Kisii central district, Kenya. Objectives of the study were to: determine the profile of the respondents, the performance in mathematics at KCSE level at St Paul’s Igonga Secondary School for the last three years, Students performance in mathematics at KCSE level. Socio economic factors affecting students’ performance in Mathematics at KCSE level and determine if there is a significant relationship or difference between socio economic factors and students’ performance in mathematics at KCSE level. Questionnaires were used to source information on the social economic factors influencing mathematics performance. Data was analyzed using Software Package for Social Sciences (SPSS R version 11.5). Most of the student respondents were males indicating gender bias in enrolments whereas many students were between the ages of 15 to 17 years. Entry behavior in mathematics from primary school was high (B). The study indicates that parental economic activities, fees payment responsibility having both parents give frequency of being sent home for fees and availability of instructional materials are highly significant (P< 0.05) to students’ math emetics performance in mathematics at K.C.P.E level and thus could imply the same at K.C.S.E. Therefore it is recommended that the government of Kenya should allocate more bursaries to enable students learn because majority are often sent home for fees and are from single parent family hence strain financially leading to frequent absenteeism of students due to lack of school fees. Few students pass very well in Maths from primary level; therefore teachers should put more effort in the subject.
- ItemSocial economic factors and academic performance of form four students in St. Annes kiboko secondary school Makueni district Kenya(Kampala international international: College of Education, open and distance learning, 2007-09) Janet, Musau MuthiniIn summary my research was investigating how social economic factors, positively or negatively affect academic performance. The research was carried out in Makueni District Kenya between the month of January (2007) to March 2007. My respondents were form four students of St. Annes Kiboko secondary school. Other researchers have also researched on relationship between social economic factors and academic performance. This is what made me to decide to find out whether this was true by carrying out study in St. Annes Kiboko secondary school. I used direct observation method and questionnaires to collect my data. In statistical treatment of data, I used frequency tables, percentages and bar graphs in my data presentation. From statistical treatment of data and presentation, it is clear that economic status of parents affect their students’ academic performance. Family class also affect academic performance as shown on the graph under presentation of findings.
- ItemAn evaluation on the guidance and counseling services of Moi Institute of technology Migori District, Kenya(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2007-09) Beatrice, A.; KellyCounseling as a process that involves listening to people talk about their problems and helping them work out solutions for these problems. In the process the counselor guides and counsels in making alternative choice to either cope or over come the problems on looking at Africa tradition Counseling, was a process where a counselor or advisor utilized insight and values drown from the rich Africa wisdom and culture heritage as informed by worldview.The purpose of this study is to establish the efficiency of guidance and counseling services in technical institutions.This research explored whether Guidance and Counseling programs is in place in technical institutions in Kisii and Migori districts and its impact towards students performance and morals. Dependent variables included : funds to buy materials and equipments, Subject specialization of teachers ,availability of rooms in the compounds, Sensitization of students, teachers and the Ministry of Education. Independent Variable that affect Guidance and Counseling Services included :Trained teachers. attitude of students.,dual duties of Guidance and Counseling teachers. The descriptive survey method was adopted to conduct the study questionnaires were utilized to collect the data .Majority of the students were aged between 18-20 years (56.3 %) and they were either in second ( 40.6%) or third ( 40.6%) year of study. Additionally they were mainly males (57.8%).Most of the respondents suggested that there is no guidance and counseling office (68.8%) but where it existed the respondents disagree (39.1 %) or strongly disagree (18.8%) with the location of guidance and counseling office. Most of the respondents say that there.Respondents attending the guidance and counseling office majority have academic (35.9%) or drug (26.6%) abuse problems.Maj'ority of personnel running the office of guidance and counseling were peer counselors (68.8%).The government of Kenya should allocate more bursaries to enable students learn .Majority of teachers who carry out guidance and counseling activities are untrained hence the government should develop a scheme of training or employment of more qualified teachers.