Author: JRIIE

Effect of Gender Perspective towards Performance of Chemistry Education in Secondary School: Case Study of Three Selected Schools of Gicumbi District in North-East of Rwanda

Effect of Gender Perspective towards Performance of Chemistry Education in Secondary School: Case Study of Three Selected Schools of Gicumbi District in North-East of Rwanda

*Evangeline Irakoze, Emmanuel Gakuba & Claude KaregeyaChemistry Education, African Centre of Excellence in Innovative Teaching and learning Mathematics andScience (ACE-ITLMS), College of Education, University of Rwanda, Rwanda*Corresponding author: iraline01@gmail.com Abstract: Providing science education for both girls and boys and emphasizing on their performance, particularly in chemistry, might play a big role in any country development.…

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The Impact of Smoking Risk Determinants on Lung Cancer Disease

The Impact of Smoking Risk Determinants on Lung Cancer Disease

Joie Lea Murorunkwere* & Jean Paul NizeyimanaUniversity of Tourism, Technology and Business Studies, RwandaCorresponding Author*: isimbilea@gmail.com Abstract: Lung cancer (LC), the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, is a complex and highly heterogeneous disease. Additional to its biological complexity, LC patients are often confronted with a high degree of stigma, mostly from the association of…

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Exploring the Teacher Professional Development in the Fourth Industrial Revolution: In Pursuit of Social Justice

Exploring the Teacher Professional Development in the Fourth Industrial Revolution: In Pursuit of Social Justice

Oluwatoyin Ayodele AjaniEdu-HRight Research UnitNorth-West University, PotchefstroomSouth Africaoaajani@gmail.com Abstract: The emergence of technology in various sectors of life has transformed the global world. Thus, making things easy. Technology acceptance in the education system has impacted and transformed the education system. This qualitative study explored the need for professional development of teachers in developing African countries…

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The Implications of Socio-Cultural Values on Educational Equity: The Case of Public Secondary Schools in Tanzania

The Implications of Socio-Cultural Values on Educational Equity: The Case of Public Secondary Schools in Tanzania

Dr. Milka V. OtienoSt. John’s University of Tanzania.Email: omilka@sjut.ac.tz Abstract: This paper examines the socio-cultural values and their implication for educational policy implementation with an aim to address issues in educational equity and consequently social justice. A review of various gender equity research papers, Tanzania’s education policies and the discussion on social justice perspective are…

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The Correlation between Use of Agro-Chemicals and Decline of Insect Pollinators in Agro-Ecosystems

The Correlation between Use of Agro-Chemicals and Decline of Insect Pollinators in Agro-Ecosystems

Emily N. Kitivo* – School of Environment, Water and Natural Resources of South Eastern Kenya University Prof. Gedion H. Nyamasyo – School of Biological Sciences, University of Nairobi Dr. Jacinta M. Kimiti – School of Environment, Water and Natural Resources of South Eastern Kenya University Prof. Josphert N. Kimatu – School of Pure and Applied…

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The Contribution of Southern Theory for Sustainable Development in Africa

The Contribution of Southern Theory for Sustainable Development in Africa

Dr. Upendo P. BiswaloSt John’s University of TanzaniaEmail: upendopsix@yahoo.uk Abstract: For years, knowledges from non-western contexts have been under-represented in the both Western and nonWestern contexts. This study argues that, for African region to achieve sustainable development, African indigenous values, customs and practices need to be considered/ privileged, and not to be marginalised. This reviewed…

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Blended Mode at Work or a U-turn Ahead? Case of Professional Learning Communities in Rwanda

Blended Mode at Work or a U-turn Ahead? Case of Professional Learning Communities in Rwanda

Jean Francois Maniraho – University of Rwanda-College of EducationNathalie Aziza – VVOB-RwandaRita P Nimusabe – University of Rwanda-College of EducationAstherie Nyirahabimana – University of Rwanda-College of EducationJean Baptiste Mushimiyimana – University of Rwanda-College of EducationAlphonse Benegusenga – University of Rwanda-College of EducationJean Marie Vianney Habumuremyi – University of Rwanda-College of EducationEmail: jmaniraho2@gmail.com Abstract: Emerging professional…

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Language Supportive Pedagogy as a Tool for Improving Science Teaching and Learning in Tanzania: Case of Dodoma Secondary Schools

Language Supportive Pedagogy as a Tool for Improving Science Teaching and Learning in Tanzania: Case of Dodoma Secondary Schools

Dr. Juma Zawadi Richard & Opanga DavidSt John’s University of TanzaniaEmail: zappia2014@gmail.com Abstract: Worldwide, learning of science subjects is a challenge to many students. In many African countries which were colonized by Europeans, it is even more challenging to learn science subjects because most of them the language for learning science subjects is different from…

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Exploring Tanzanian Secondary School Biology Curriculum on Climate Change for Biological Literacy

Exploring Tanzanian Secondary School Biology Curriculum on Climate Change for Biological Literacy

Dr. Juma, Zawadi RichardSt John’s University of TanzaniaEmail: zappia2014@gmail.com Abstract: School curriculum plays a crucial role in equipping citizens with knowledge and skills needed to make day to day decisions. In Tanzania, secondary school biology curriculum considered biology literacy as one of the important components on students’ learning. In this regard, this study explored the…

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An Assessment on the Role of the Teacher in Classroom Management: A Case of Arumeru District, Tanzania

An Assessment on the Role of the Teacher in Classroom Management: A Case of Arumeru District, Tanzania

Onesmo B. MinjaUniversity of Arusha, TanzaniaEmail: minjaone3@gmail.com Abstract: This study deals with assessing the role of the teacher in classroom management specifically in Arumeru district. The study aimed at examining the roles of the teacher on classroom management, finding out whether there are effects on Classroom Management, assessing characteristics of a well-managed Class and assessing…

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