Author: JRIIE

Influence of Development Fund Pricing Guidelines on the Quality of Education in Public Sub-County Secondary Schools in Busia County, Kenya

Influence of Development Fund Pricing Guidelines on the Quality of Education in Public Sub-County Secondary Schools in Busia County, Kenya

Hezekiah Adwar Othoo – Department of Education Psychology, Management and Policy Studies, Alupe University, Kenya.Julius Gogo – Department of Education Management and Foundation, Maseno University, Kenya, Carren Olendo – Department of Education Management and Foundation, Maseno University, KenyaEmail: hezruakas@gmail.com Abstract: The academic performance of public secondary schools in Busia County has been declining for the…

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The Current Formative Assessment Strategies Used by Physics Teachers in Teaching Modern Physics

The Current Formative Assessment Strategies Used by Physics Teachers in Teaching Modern Physics

Peter Gapfizi, Sylvere Uwambajimana & Jean UwamahoroAfrican Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science, University of RwandaEmail: petergapfizi13@gmail.com Abstract: Assessment is an integral part of the teaching and learning process. Teachers are concerned with deciding how to give a lesson so that students completely understand what has been taught in their…

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Consulting Teaching and Learning at a Zimbabwe University During Covid-19: Roadmap to Recovery and Beyond

Consulting Teaching and Learning at a Zimbabwe University During Covid-19: Roadmap to Recovery and Beyond

Efiritha Chauraya and Wonder MuchabaiwaMidlands State University, ZimbabweEmail: efirithachauraya@fastermail.com/chaurayae@staff.msu.ac.zw Abstract: The Covid-19 pandemic has caused probably the most significant world-wide disruptions in all sectors of the economy in human history. This study prescribes a Zimbabwe state university where little has been done to explore what can be done to prepare the institution to have students…

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Impact of Using Low-cost Materials for Effective Teaching and Learning Chemistry at Lower Secondary Schools in Rwanda

Impact of Using Low-cost Materials for Effective Teaching and Learning Chemistry at Lower Secondary Schools in Rwanda

Emery Ncutinamagara, Jean Baptiste Nkurunziza and Nelson MakhosiAfrican Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS), College of Educations, University of RwandaEmail: emeryncuti5@gmail.com Abstract: The purpose of the study was to assess the impact of using low-cost materials for effective teaching and learning chemistry in lower secondary schools. The study was…

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Assessing the Impact of Students’ Attitudes on Their Engagement and Performance in Physics at Lower Secondary Schools in Rwamagana District, Rwanda

Assessing the Impact of Students’ Attitudes on Their Engagement and Performance in Physics at Lower Secondary Schools in Rwamagana District, Rwanda

Valens Tujyinama and Celestin NtivuguruzwaAfrican Centre of Excellence Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Sciences (ACEITLMS),University of Rwanda-College of education, Rukara Campus (UR-CE)-RwandaEmail: valenstujyinama@gmail.com Abstract: The main goal of Rwanda’s education is to foster intellectual growth, meet social needs, advance the nation’s economy, and prepare learners for professional jobs. The current study assesses the impact…

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The Extent to Which Land Conflicts Affect Food Security: A Case of Kasese District, Western Uganda

The Extent to Which Land Conflicts Affect Food Security: A Case of Kasese District, Western Uganda

Cleous Bwambale Tinkasimire, Julius Mwine and Peter S. MusinguziDepartment of Agriculture, Uganda Martyrs University, UgandaEmail: cbwambale74@gmail.com/ctinkasimire2008@gmail.com Abstract: This study investigated the effect of land conflicts on food security in Kasese district, Western Uganda in 2018. Exploratory and descriptive research survey designs were adopted using a population of 1999 and sample size of 445. Self administered…

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Impact of Using Physics Education Technology (PhET) Simulations on Improving Students’ Performance in Electrostatics

Impact of Using Physics Education Technology (PhET) Simulations on Improving Students’ Performance in Electrostatics

Uwambajimana Sylvere and Evariste MinaniAfrican Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS), College of Education, University of RwandaEmail: uwambajimanasylvere@gmail.com Abstract: This study aimed at assessing the impact of using Physics Education Technology (PhET) simulation to improve students’ performance in electrostatics. A quasi-experimental design under quantitative methods was used. Electrostatics Achievement…

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Influence of Language of Instruction in Enhancing Students’ Acquisition of Knowledge in Secondary Schools in Arusha City Council, Tanzania

Influence of Language of Instruction in Enhancing Students’ Acquisition of Knowledge in Secondary Schools in Arusha City Council, Tanzania

Kennedy Omondi Otieno – Coordinator Postgraduate Studies Research & PublicationsSt. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT), ArushaEmail: omondiken2016@gmail.com Loishiye Lengaram Saiteu – Assistant Lecturer, Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA)Email: loishiyesaiteu@gmail.com Abstract: This study investigated the influence of language of instruction on academic performance of students in secondary schools in Arusha City Council, Tanzania. Objectively, the study…

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The Influence of School Factors on Students’ Mathematics Performance in Gicumbi District, Rwanda

The Influence of School Factors on Students’ Mathematics Performance in Gicumbi District, Rwanda

Ephrem Shaban Mbarute and Celestin NtivuguruzwaUniversity of Rwanda College of Education (UR-CE), African Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS)Email:mbaruteephremshaban@gmail.com Abstract: This study set out to investigate school factors that influence students’ academic performance in Gicumbi schools. This study aimed to determine how Continuing Professional Development (CPD, library use, group…

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Lecturers’ and Students’ Experiences about Using MOODLE in Mathematics Modules during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Lecturers’ and Students’ Experiences about Using MOODLE in Mathematics Modules during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Amina Urwibutso – African Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS)Alphonse Uworwabayeho – University of Rwanda-College of EducationInnocent Muhire – University of Rwanda-College of EducationEmail: urwibutsoamina@gmail.com Abstract: This study investigated lecturers’ and students’ experiences in using Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment (MOODLE) in mathematics modules during the COVID-19 pandemic at…

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