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Causal Factors for Academic Underachievement in Public Primary Schools, Iganga District, Uganda

Causal Factors for Academic Underachievement in Public Primary Schools, Iganga District, Uganda

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Waiswa M. Michael and Dr. Benson N. Kinuthia – University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, KenyaEmail: waiswamarkmichael@gmail.com Received February 13, 2020; Reviewed April 9, 2020; Accepted April19, 2020 Abstract: This study explored causal factors for academic underachievement in public primary schools in Iganga district. The study specifically pointed out school and home factors that explain persistent…

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An Investigation of Regional Online Theses Plagiarism Index Levels

An Investigation of Regional Online Theses Plagiarism Index Levels

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Dr. Josephine Mbithe Mutie – Scott Christian University, Kenya, Prof. Lazarus Ndiku Makewa – Center for Research Implications and Practice, Kenya, Prof. Stella Muchemwa – Midland State University, Zimbabwe, Dr. Wilhelmina Lyimo – Tumaini University, Makumira, Tanzania, Dr. Naisujaki Lyimo – Arusha Technical College, Tanzania &Dr. Ezekiel Omwenga, – Kisii University, Kenya.Email: jsephinembithe50@gmail.com Received January…

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Rwanda’s Innovative Marketing Strategies and Influence on Tourism Development: Case of Northern Tourist Destinations in Rwanda

Rwanda’s Innovative Marketing Strategies and Influence on Tourism Development: Case of Northern Tourist Destinations in Rwanda

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Kalulu Ronald, Dr. Kabera Callixte, Tushabe Emmy & Niyinderera Pascal – University of Tourism, Technology and Business Studies, RwandaEmail: kaluluronald@gmail.com Received March 9, 2020; Reviewed April 11, 2020; Accepted April 17, 2020 Abstract: The study examined Rwanda’s innovative marketing strategies and its influence on tourism development. The study used a sample size of 123 respondents…

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Exploration of New Teachers’ Empowerment Approaches via Induction Program: Case of Rwanda

Exploration of New Teachers’ Empowerment Approaches via Induction Program: Case of Rwanda

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Authors: Dr Jean Francois Maniraho – University of Rwanda-College of Education, Gafiligi Uwamahoro Clementine – Education for Development(VVOB), Dr Rita P Nimusabe – University of Rwanda-College of Education, Jean Baptiste Mushimiyimana – University of Rwanda-College of Education.Email: jmaniraho2@gmail.com Received January 25, 2020; Reviewed March 6, 2020; Accepted April 16, 2020 Abstract: New teachers’ induction approach…

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Effect of Human Urine as a Fertilizer for Vegetable Growing in Kitemu Zone, Wakiso District, Uganda

Effect of Human Urine as a Fertilizer for Vegetable Growing in Kitemu Zone, Wakiso District, Uganda

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Henry Stanley Mbowa* Kampala University, Uganda & Prof. Kaaya Siraje – Kabale University, Uganda * Email: mbowa2000@gmail.com Received January 9, 2020; Revised March 1, 2020; Accepted March 28, 2020 Abstract: The demand for fertilizer increases with the demand for food as more fertilizer is needed to increase production. This paper assesses the effects, procedures, uses…

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Investigation on Learning Activities and School Environment Factors Influencing Learning Retention in Public Pre-Schools in Belgut Sub-County, Kericho County, Kenya

Investigation on Learning Activities and School Environment Factors Influencing Learning Retention in Public Pre-Schools in Belgut Sub-County, Kericho County, Kenya

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Sally C. Tanui, Dr.Areba N. George & Dr.Neliah Moige Kisii University Email: narebag@gmail.com Received December 31, 2020; Revised March 29, Accepted March 31, 2020 Abstract: Pre-school education is fundamental in providing foundation for learning. In the recent years, there has been noted decline trend nationally in the transition of learners from Early Years of Education…

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Opportunities and Challenges of Integrating ICT in the Teaching and Learning of Environmental Education in Primary Schools

Opportunities and Challenges of Integrating ICT in the Teaching and Learning of Environmental Education in Primary Schools

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Dr. Flora Mercury KiwondeThe Open University of Tanzania flora.kiwonde@out.ac.tz, kiwondef@yahoo.com Received January 29, 2020; Reviewed March 9, 2020; Accepted March 24, 2020 Abstract: Recent development in Information and Communication Technology (ICT)has brought remarkable changes in teaching-learning process. However, studies show that effective integration of ICT in teaching Environmental Education (EE) is still a challenge to…

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Effects of Using Computer Simulations on Learners’ Academic Achievement in Physics in Secondary Schools in Ainamoi Sub-County, Kericho County

Effects of Using Computer Simulations on Learners’ Academic Achievement in Physics in Secondary Schools in Ainamoi Sub-County, Kericho County

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Alex K. Chumba, Dr. Ezekiel N. Omwenga & Dr. Grace Atemi – Kisii UniversityEmail: alex.chumba84@gmail.com Received March 19, 2020; Reviewed March 21, 2020; Accepted March 22, 2020 Abstract: This research was aimed at finding out the effect of use of computer simulations on academic achievement of form two learners in physics in Ainamoi Sub-County in…

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Linguistic Remodelling and Socio-cultural Transformation with Emoji Discourse Practices in Social Media in Malawi

Linguistic Remodelling and Socio-cultural Transformation with Emoji Discourse Practices in Social Media in Malawi

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Dr Thokozani Eunice Kunkeyani Isaac Magaleta Malawi Adventist University kunkeyanithoko@gmail.com Received January 28, 2020; Revised March 17, 2020; Accepted March 19, 2020 Abstract: This paper explores the linguistic transformation of written format of language, a global transformation. Interest is in both the novel linguistic expressions and the diversity of the use of symbols replacing linguistic…

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Big Results Now Education Initiative in Tanzania: Stakeholders’ Views on Capacity Building

Big Results Now Education Initiative in Tanzania: Stakeholders’ Views on Capacity Building

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Michaela Mhagama – St. Augustine University of Tanzania, Email: michaelamhagama@gmail.com Received February 12, 2020; Revised February 28, 2020; Accepted March 3, 2020 Abstract: This study assessed the views of stakeholders on the effectiveness of capacity building provided on Big Results Now Education initiative in Ruangwa district in Lindi region, Tanzania. Goal Setting Theory by Locke…

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