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The Graffiti Subculture: A Culture of Masculine Identity Construction in Zimbabwean Secondary Boarding Schools

The Graffiti Subculture: A Culture of Masculine Identity Construction in Zimbabwean Secondary Boarding Schools

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Makarati Piason, Mangeya Hugh & Kadenge MaxwellMidlands State University, ZimbabweEmail: pmakarati@gmail.com Abstract: This study explores the sociocultural construction of male identities in informal spaces in learning institutions. Focus is placed on spaces such as boys’ toilets in secondary boarding schools in Gutu District of Zimbabwe. Considering the central purpose of graffiti as communication, this study…

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Effect of Interpersonal and Social Skills in Cooperative Learning on Learners’ English Language Speaking in Nandi Central Sub-County, Kenya

Effect of Interpersonal and Social Skills in Cooperative Learning on Learners’ English Language Speaking in Nandi Central Sub-County, Kenya

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Dr. Matere Audrey and Jepkosgey ElizabethSchool of Education and Human Resource DevelopmentDepartment of Curriculum Instruction and Media, Kisii University, KenyaEmail: audreymatere@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke and kirwaeliza@gmail.com Abstract: English Language speaking practices in Kenyan secondary schools are insufficient to improve students’ progress in speaking skills. The purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of interpersonal and social…

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Influence of Technology Assisted Pedagogy in Enhancing Teachers’ Competence in Catholic Secondary Schools in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Influence of Technology Assisted Pedagogy in Enhancing Teachers’ Competence in Catholic Secondary Schools in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Tesfaye Mateos ArgawProf. Marcella Momanyi Dr. Peter KorosCatholic University of Eastern AfricaEmail: tesfayemateos23@gmail.com Abstract: The purpose of the study was to investigate the influence of technology assisted pedagogy enhancing teachers’ competence in teaching in Catholic secondary schools in Addis Abeba. Explanatory sequential mixed-method research design guided the study. The target population included teachers, school heads,…

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Factors Hindering Maasai Girls Transition from Secondary to Higher Education: A Case of Monduli District in Arusha -Tanzania

Factors Hindering Maasai Girls Transition from Secondary to Higher Education: A Case of Monduli District in Arusha -Tanzania

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Fides Zakayo Chrispina LekuleSt. Augustine University of Tanzaniafidelispeter54@gmail.com/ chrispina.lekule@saut.ac.tz Abstract: This study investigated factors hindering Maasai girl’s transition from secondary school to higher education. The study adopted a mixed research approach with a convergent parallel design. One hundred and thirty six respondents, selected through both purposive and simple random sampling approaches were involved. These included…

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Impact of Students’ Involvement in Co-Curricular Activities on Academic Performance in Gem Sub County, Siaya County, Kenya

Impact of Students’ Involvement in Co-Curricular Activities on Academic Performance in Gem Sub County, Siaya County, Kenya

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Hezekiah Adwar Othoo – Department of Education Psychology, Management and Policy StudiesAlupe University College, Kenya Kevin Omondi – School of Education and Social Sciences, Alupe University College, Kenya Abstract: After COVID 19 pandemic, the government of Kenya, under the ministry of education, enforced regulations which changed the school calendar and restricted co-curricular activities. The purpose…

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The Role of Learning Resource Project in Teacher Education in Kenya

The Role of Learning Resource Project in Teacher Education in Kenya

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Ezekiel Nyambega Omwenga & Omosa Elijah MochamaKisii UniversityEmail: eomwenga@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke Abstract: The role of project work in STEM education cannot be overemphasized in Kenya and globally. A number of universities in Kenya have infused the Learning Resource Project (LRP) in the training programmes in Teacher Education. The Project based learning makes the school and learning more…

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Challenges and Prospects Emanating from Catalyzing Change for Inclusion and Access to Higher Education Institutions in Kenya during Covid-19

Challenges and Prospects Emanating from Catalyzing Change for Inclusion and Access to Higher Education Institutions in Kenya during Covid-19

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Ezekiel Nyambega OmwengaDepartment of Curriculum, Instruction and Media.Kisii UniversityEmail: eomwenga@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke Abstract: Higher Education institutions are considered the epitome of Knowledge where solutions for the Country’s problems are generated and where inventions, innovations and new ideas are gotten through research. With the coming of covid-19, it is evident that there is a surge of uncertainties pervading…

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A Comparative Analysis of Policy Processes in Education amongst Selected Political Parties in Tanzania

A Comparative Analysis of Policy Processes in Education amongst Selected Political Parties in Tanzania

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Newton M. Kyando – Open University of TanzaniaNorman A. S. King – University of Iringa Abstract: The study focused on the educational policy process in the Tanzanian Political Parties. The area of interest was the manifesto and policy establishing processes with a special focus on issues in education. The theoretical framework guiding this study was…

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Teachers’ Perspectives on the Use of Rhymes in Teaching English as a Second Language at Early Childhood Development Level in Gweru Rural District Primary Schools of Zimbabwe

Teachers’ Perspectives on the Use of Rhymes in Teaching English as a Second Language at Early Childhood Development Level in Gweru Rural District Primary Schools of Zimbabwe

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Emely Muguwe, Nomatter Manzunzu & Angela MutonganavoFaculty of EducationDepartment of Educational Foundations, Primary Education & PedagogyMidlands State University, ZimbabweEmail: muguwee@staff.msu.ac.zw/ manzunzun@staff.msu.ac.zw Abstract: The paper explored teachers perspectives on the use of rhymes in the teaching of English as a second language at ECD level in Gweru rural district primary schools. A mixed methods approach in…

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Influence of Micro-Finance Credit on Livelihoods of Women Beneficiaries in Kisumu East Sub-County, Kenya

Influence of Micro-Finance Credit on Livelihoods of Women Beneficiaries in Kisumu East Sub-County, Kenya

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Maureen Anyango Oluoch – School of Arts and Social Sciences, Kisii University.Dr. Lumayo Mildred Fedha – School of Arts and Social Sciences, Kisii University.Dr. George Mose – Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Murang’a University of TechnologyEmail: lumayomildred@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke/ oluochanyango5791@gmail.com Abstract: Traditionally, the benefits of microfinance credit on women recipients have been viewed solely in terms…

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