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Charles OkidiNLA University College, NorwayCurrently at Bishop Stuard University Mbarara, UgandaEmail: okidimaramoi@gmail.com/ cokidi@feams.bsu.ac.ug Abstract: Syncretistic practice is mixing of two or more religions that observe different traditions and beliefs that existed before time in memorial, in the ancient religion and the modern time. When Christianity came into Uganda the Acholi were encouraged to leave their traditional worship and take the monotheist worship of the Christian God. The Acholi Christian converts responded positively to the call and the demand of the missionaries. After 130 years of practicing Christianity some Acholi Christians went against the principle of observing one religion instead, they […]
Noeline Prossy Atyayi, Lilian Gimuguni Nabaasa & Charles EryenyuDepartment of Education, Faculty of Science and Education Busitema UniversityEmail: pnoeline7@gmail.com Abstract: This study investigated the extent to which Organizational Politics (OP) influences teachers’ turnover intentions in secondary schools in Tororo Municipality, Uganda. This research which was grounded on Vrooms’ expectancy theory (1964) specifically assessed the influence of OP on teachers’ turnover-intentions among secondary schools in Tororo Municipality. A cross-sectional survey design was used where both quantitative and qualitative methods of data collection were employed. In this study five (5) administrators were purposively sampled for the interview while 159 teachers were sampled […]
Bonaventure Nkiranuye & Jeannine MutijimaULK Polytechnic Institute, Department of Civil Engineering, RwandaEmail: nbona0045@gmail.com Abstract: This study provided an in-depth examination of hydraform block building technology in Kigali City, Rwanda, through comprehensive engagement with various construction industry stakeholders. The study employed convergent parallel design through mixed research approach, characterized by an impressive participation rate of 87% for questionnaires and 83% for interviews, captured diverse professional insights, including those of architects and quantity surveyors. The inclusion of individuals with varied educational backgrounds and experience levels further enriches the findings, offering a broad understanding of the technology’s implications. Highlighting the potential benefits for […]
Loishiye Lengaram SaiteuInstitute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA)Email: loishiyesaiteu@gmail.com Abstract: The study examined the Effects of teachers’ recognition on secondary school students’ academic performance in Arusha District Council, Tanzania. Objectives were to assess the extent to which teacher’s recognition influences students’ academic performance and the effective strategies to enhance teacher’s recognition in public secondary schools. Social Action Theory guided the study. Sequential explanatory design was adopted. Sample size consisted of 172 (162 teachers, 9 school heads and one DSEO) from 9 public secondary schools. Teachers were selected through stratified and simple random sampling techniques. School heads and one DSEO were purposively […]
Eddah Chelang’at Sang, Benson N. Kinuthia & Jane Genga AyiembaUniversity of Eastern Africa, Baraton, KenyaEmail: sanged@ueab.ac.ke Abstract: Remedial classes have been acknowledged as an essential element in the learning process. Remedial classes have however focused on the development with less consideration of how they are viewed by the teachers and students. This research was both a quantitative and qualitative research. This study examined the teachers’ and students’ perceived effectiveness of remedial classes on the academic performance of secondary school students in Kericho county, Kenya. This study used the correlational research design as it helped to show the degree of correlation […]
Charity ChiromoFaculty of EducationMidlands State UniversityZimbabweEmail: chiromoc@staff.msu.ac.zw Abstract: This study explored the indigenous Ziziphus mauritiana (Masau) fruit and its potential for poverty alleviation to most parents of learners in Muzarabani schools in Zimbabwe. When these fruits are in season, they are in abundance in Muzarabani. However, there have not been much study on its potential to alleviate poverty among the parents of most learners in Muzarabani Primary schools who are failing to get enough schooling resources for their children. The study adopted the qualitative research approach and the phenomenological research design. The population consisted of all Primary schools, School heads, […]
Nomazulu Mhlophe TshongweSolusi University, ZimbabweEmail: mhlophen@solusi.ac.zw Abstract: Covid 19 brought about challenges as well as opportunities to libraries of the world. It is also critical to note that the strength the library had in terms of technology, innovation and skills before Covid 19 was the one that enabled it to rise above the abnormal learning period of lockdown. Data was collected using questionnaires, interviews as well as document analysis techniques. A Convenience sampling was employed in the study. A quantitative approach was used in this study and survey being the research design. Content validity was used to ensure reliability and […]
Bosco Mudaheranwa & Celestin NtivuguruzwaUniversity of Rwanda College of Education (UR-CE), African Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS)Email: jbmudaheranwa@gmail.com Abstract: This study assessed the perception of teachers and students on the use of smart classroom in teaching and learning Mathematics for Rwandan secondary schools in Nyarugenge district, with a population 286 students and 12 teachers. As a descriptive, qualitative and quantitative research, its objectives were to assess the perceived usefulness on the use of smart classroom, to assess the challenges affecting the use of the smart classroom and to explore essential Smart Classroom Tools […]
Peter Chebotibin Cherutoi – Kisii UniversityAsitiba Okutu – Kisii UniversitySammy Chumba – Moi UniversityEmail: petercherutoi@gmail.com Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the contribution of principals’ instructional leadership practices in enhancing quality instructional activities in public schools in Baringo County, Kenya. The target population was 6901 Form Four students, 1266 teachers, and 140 principals, during the 2017-2020 school years, 6(six) Sub-County Quality Assurance and Standards Officers (SCQASOs) and 1(one) County Director of Education (CDE). The study adopted descriptive survey research design. Stratified random sampling technique was applied to sample 30% of each of the categories of the study […]
Peter Chebotibin Cherutoi – Kisii UniversityAsitiba Okutu – Kisii UniversitySammy Chumba – Moi UniversityEmail: petercherutoi@gmail.com Abstract: The purpose of this study was to identify the barriers that hinder effective implementation of instructional leadership practices in schools in public secondary schools in Baringo County, Kenya. The target population was 6901 Form Four students, 1266 teachers, and 140 principals, during the 2017-2020 school years, 6 Sub- County Quality Assurance and Standards Officers and 1County Director of Education. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. Stratified random sampling technique was applied to sample 30% of each of the categories of the study populations. […]
Ambwene Nazarius Kilungeja, Theresia Julius Shavega & Janeth KigobeThe Open University of TanzaniaEmail: Kilungejaambwene@gmail.com Abstract: This study explored the use of digital media (videos, digital games) in the development of arithmetic skills (number identification, addition, subtraction) in a lower primary (standard one and standard two) in Tanzania. The hypothesis assumed a statistically significant linear relationship between the use of digital media and the development of arithmetic skills in the lower primary. The stratified sampling technique was used to select 160 pupils with F-grade scores in continuous assessment from two public schools in Dodoma City. The experimental group comprised 80 pupils […]
Charles Eryenyu – Bustema UniversityProscovia Namubiru Ssentamu – Uganda Management InstituteLazarus Nabaho – Uganda Management InstituteEmail: eryenyuc@gmail.com, ceryenyu.sci@busitema.ac.ug Abstract: This paper examined the extent to which internal quality assurance (IQA) practices are contributing to the enhancement of academic work. The study adopted a concurrent mixed-methods design. Data was collected using survey questionnaires and key informant interviews from a total of 321 respondents selected using stratified random sampling from two universities. The principle of reciprocal determinism underpinned the conceptualization of the research variables, data collection, analysis, and interpretation. The Pearson regression analysis of the data showed that IQA practices could enhance […]
Aggrey Asitiba Okutu – Kisii UniversityWinston Jumba Akala – Koitalel Samoei University CollegeMarcella Momanyi – Catholic University of Eastern AfricaEmail: aokutu@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke Abstract: This study investigated the collaboration between the Kenya Government and Catholic Church in management of Catholic Church-sponsored public secondary schools in Nandi County, Kenya. Its research questions were: (1) In what ways do the Catholic Church and the Kenya Government conduct their shared managerial roles in Catholic Church-sponsored public secondary schools in Nandi County? (2) How do the Catholic Church and Government’s collaborative management activities influence curriculum implementation in the schools? A descriptive survey research design was used […]
Stephen Njini – Midlands State UniversityThomas Edwin Buabeng Assan – Blue Crest College, GhanaBurman Musa Sithole – University of BotswanaEjoke Ufuoma Patience – University of the Free StateEmail: stephennjin@gmail.com Abstract: This study was motivated by numerous reports on inadequate financial resources in schools. Pragmatic Research Paradigm, Mixed Methods Research (MMR) approach, and explanatory sequential mixed methods research design guided the study. The study involved 56 secondary schools in 30 clusters in Kwekwe District of Zimbabwe. Disproportionate stratified sampling was employed to come up with four (4) clusters from which respondents and participants were drawn. The population of the study was […]
Aggrey Asitiba Okutu – Kisii UniversityWinston Jumba Akala – Koitalel Samoei University CollegeMarcella Momanyi – Catholic University of Eastern AfricaEmail: aokutu@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke Abstract: This study investigated the challenges of collaboration between the Kenya Government and Catholic Church in management of Catholic Church-sponsored public secondary schools in Nandi County. Objectives of this study were to find out: the challenges that the collaborators (Catholic Church and State) were experiencing in managing Catholic Church-sponsored public secondary schools; and how the Collaborative Management roles between the Government and the Catholic Church could be enhanced in Catholic Church-Sponsored Public Secondary Schools in Nandi County. The study […]
Ildephonse Nzamurambaho & Lubna AliLincoln University College, MalaysiaEmail: inzamurambaho@gmail.com Abstract: This study examines factors influencing English-speaking skills among Grade 9 students in Gisagara District, Rwanda, using a quantitative approach. The study adopted descriptive research design. To achieve this goal, a quantitative research design was utilized, with a target population of 3577 students and a sample size of 361 respondents determined using Yamane’s formula. Questionnaires were used to gather data. The collected data was carefully edited and analyzed using SPSS version 21. The results revealed linguistic factors like exposure to English and pronunciation clarity are crucial for fluency. Affective factors such […]
Basome Samson & Mwangi PetronillaSchool of educationHumanities and Social Sciences, University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, Kenya.Email: basomesamson@gmail.com Abstract: In the context of higher education, active Church involvement in Curriculum Planning and Quality Assurance at its established institutions of higher learning is critical component in the 21st Century. The study used a mixed methods approach employing triangulation research design to obtain findings from 471 respondents from four universities; purposive and simple random sampling techniques were used during the selection of the respondents. The questionnaire, interview guide, observation check list and documentary analysis were used to collect data. The quantitative data collected […]
Daniel Kosia MokoroDepartment of Education, Tumaini University MakumiraEmail: danielkosia@yahoo.com Abstract: This study was undertaken to examine how vocationalisation of secondary education affects students’ experiences and attitude towards pursuing technical and vocational careers. The study employed a single case study design. The target population was the students and teachers in the technical secondary school in Moshi Municipality. The sample had 41 total participants including 35 students selected using stratified sampling procedure, considering gender and the two class levels, 5 technical subject teachers and Head of school selected purposively. The school head was selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data were collected […]
Judith Ouma, Peter Gutwa Oino & Dennis MamboleoSchool of Arts and Social SciencesKisii University, KenyaEmail: judithouma11@gmail.com Abstract: The study addresses the challenges of climate variability on agriculture, emphasizing the need for effective adaptation strategies to sustain food production. Globally, governments and private entities have implemented short- and long-term measures, including crop diversification, optimized planting dates, and irrigation, to mitigate the impacts of erratic climate changes. However, more capital-intensive strategies, like changing crop types and modernizing farms, have seen limited adoption. In Kenya’s Uriri Sub-County, the growth of smallholder tobacco farming over the past three decades has intensified environmental degradation and […]
Owuor Arnold Odhiambo, Amos Magut, & Pamela WadendeSchool of Arts and Social Sciences, Department of PsychologyKisii UniversityEmail: arnold.owuor45@gmail.com Abstract: The increasing prevalence of gambling among students has raised questions about the underlying factors contributing to these behaviours. One critical factor that has emerged is the influence of peers’ behaviours and the urge to model fellow peers’ actions. This study’s aim was to examine peers’ urge to model fellow peers’ behaviour and cognitive motivation tendencies during peer interaction on gambling motivation. The study was grounded in Albert Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory and Ryan and Deci’s Self-Determination Theory. The study used mixed […]
Gracious MupupuniUniversity of ZimbabweEmail: mupupunigracious119@gmail.com Abstract: This study sought to assess the implementation of the process model in developing academic writing skills at secondary school level by English language teachers. It focused on the writing skills emphasised by English language teachers of the Zimbabwe Schools Examination Certificate (ZIMSEC) syllabus. Of major concern was an analysis of the efficacy of the skills taught in bridging the gap between secondary education and the academic demands of higher education and professional environments. The research employed a mixed method approach. Thus, both the quantitative and qualitative approaches were employed. A sample of fifty teachers […]
Winniefridah Matsa – Midlands State University, ZimbabwePlaxedes Chikunda – Great Zimbabwe UniversityEmail: winniematsa@gmail.com/ matsaw@staff.msu.ac.zw Abstract: To attain quality education, teacher education has to undergo transformational teacher practices commensurate with the new trends in education. This paper seeks to assess whether the current teaching practice models and assessment instruments achieved desired skills that are in line with global and national priorities of Competency Based Education, Education for Sustainable Development and 21st century skills for Quality Education. The research design employs a qualitative case study, focusing on two university institutions in Zimbabwe that were purposively sampled. The total sample was 20 with […]
Justine R. SwaiHead Master, Einoti Secondary School, Arusha.Email: justineswai@gmail.com Kennedy Omondi OtienoSt. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT), Arusha.Email: omondiken2016@gmail.com Abstract: The study investigated the effectiveness of curriculum review in improving skilled based education in secondary schools in Arusha district. Objectives were to; assess the factors for curriculum review and determine solutions to the shortcomings in curriculum review on skilled based education in secondary schools. The study was guided by Pedagogic Device Theory. Cross sectional survey design and mixed methods approach were adopted. The study targeted a population of 383 from 61 secondary schools from where a sample size that consisted […]
Carolyne Charles RuhembeSt. John’s University of TanzaniaEmail: cruhembe@sjut.ac.tz Abstract: This study was conducted on street vended raw milk to determine their microbial contamination in four selected wards of Dodoma urban district, Tanzania. A cross-sectional study was conducted on a statistically convenient sample size (N=60) of raw milk collected from street vendors in four selected wards of Dodoma city centre. Laboratory analysis was conducted in the biology laboratory, Department of Biology of St John’s University of Tanzania. Mac Conkey, EC broth, Eosin Methylene Blue Agar (EMB AGAR) were used for culturing microorganisms. Biochemical tests were performed to confirm the presence of […]
Milka Chebet, Andrew Nyangau, & Caleb AkukuSchool of Business and Economics, Kisii UniversityEmail: chebetmilka@gmail.com Abstract: The purpose of the study was to examine the influence of liquidity on the Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization (SACCOs) growth in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya. The study adopted both explanatory and descriptive research designs. The target population was derived from 10 licensed SACCOs. A desired sample size of 63 respondents was computed from the target population. The sampling method used was proportionate stratified random sampling method to select the respondents. Questionnaires were used in data collection. Descriptive statistics were analysed using frequencies and percentages […]
John Okwemba Ngota, Peter Gutwa Oino & Charles Olang’oSchool of Arts and Social SciencesDepartment of Sociology, Gender and Development StudiesKisii UniversityEmail: okwesh1969@gmail.com Abstract: This study examines the e-communication capabilities of athletes and coaches in the talent development of basketball players at training centers in Nairobi, Kenya. Utilizing the theories of socio-technical systems and digital literacy, the research explores how digital communication tools can enhance or hinder talent development. A mixed-methods approach was used, involving quantitative surveys, qualitative interviews, and observations, with a sample of 313 participants, including 250 athletes and 63 coaches. The findings reveal that while e-communication tools offer […]
Daniel YohanesKipok girls Secondary School, Arusha.Email: daniellewanga7@gmail.com Kennedy Omondi Otieno PhDSt. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT), Arusha.Email: omondiken2016@gmail.com Abstract: This study evaluated the effectiveness of disciplinary measures in public secondary schools in Arusha City. The study focused on disciplinary procedures followed to address the professional misconduct among teachers in secondary schools and the effectiveness of various disciplinary procedures followed in influencing teachers’ conduct in secondary schools. The research was guided by organizational behaviour theory and convergent mixed methods design with sample size of 132 (116 teachers, 7 school heads, 7 WEOs, one TSC and one DSEO) respondents from a population […]
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