Category: Volume 8, Issue 1.
The Role of Childcare Programs and Family Involvement in Enhancing Child Development in Pre-primary Schools in Iganga District, Uganda

The Role of Childcare Programs and Family Involvement in Enhancing Child Development in Pre-primary Schools in Iganga District, Uganda

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Basome Samson – Faith Discipleship Ministries International (FAMI), UgandaPetronila Mwangi – University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, KenyaEmail: basomesamson@gmail.com Abstract: The study sought to establish the role of childcare programs and family involvement in enhancing child development in pre-primary schools in Nakalama and Bumalamagi sub-counties of Iganga District, Uganda. The study was guided by the following…

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Influence of Pre-Marital Counseling Targeting Self- Disclosure on Marital Satisfaction among Married Couples in Pentecostal Churches in Turbo Sub County, Kenya

Influence of Pre-Marital Counseling Targeting Self- Disclosure on Marital Satisfaction among Married Couples in Pentecostal Churches in Turbo Sub County, Kenya

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Lucy Gichuri, Amos Magut & Catherine NgukuDepartment of Psychology, Kisii UniversityEmail: gichurilucy68@gmail.com Abstract: In Pentecostal churches in Turbo, there are indicators that many couples lack affection to each other and this led to strained relationships resulting to separation or divorce. This could be a pointer to inadequacy in pre-marital counselling programmes. The aim of the…

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Influence of Social Interaction Interventions Used by Teachers on School Readiness among Pre-Primary Learners in Konoin Sub-County, Bomet County. Kenya

Influence of Social Interaction Interventions Used by Teachers on School Readiness among Pre-Primary Learners in Konoin Sub-County, Bomet County. Kenya

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Florence Chesang, Evaline Chebet & Amos MagutSchool of Education and Human Resource Management, Kisii UniversityEmail: chesangf98@gmail.com Abstract: Transitioning to school is a significant developmental milestone for young children, and it is seen as a crucial “sensitive period” for future academic success. Despite the potential for such programs to have broad effects, little is known about…

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Factors Hindering Primary School Pupils to Report Incidences of Physical and Sexual Violence in Tanzania

Factors Hindering Primary School Pupils to Report Incidences of Physical and Sexual Violence in Tanzania

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Jane Kimaro and Upendo BiswaloSt John’s University of Tanzania, Department of Education, TanzaniaEmail: kimaro.jane83@gmail.com Abstract: The issue of pupils’ reluctance to report incidences of physical and sexual violence poses a significant difficulty in Tanzania, resulting in adverse consequences such as bodily harm, psychological distress, behavioural problems, and academic progress for the victims. Despite these challenges,…

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Effect of Educational Psychology on Uncertified Pre- primary and Primary Teachers on Quality of Education in Rwanda

Effect of Educational Psychology on Uncertified Pre- primary and Primary Teachers on Quality of Education in Rwanda

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Desire Ngirabacu – Kibogora polytechnicPhanuel Manizabayo – Kibogora polytechnic Servilien Bimenyimana – Teacher Training College MuhangaEmail: dngirabacu@gmail.com Abstract: According to the current study, pre-primary and primary teachers who are not trained in educational psychology can benefit from training, which will enhance their ability to teach and increase student engagement and outcomes. Data were gathered from…

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Trends in Admittance and Equity in Higher Education: Are Male Students in Uganda Disadvantaged?

Trends in Admittance and Equity in Higher Education: Are Male Students in Uganda Disadvantaged?

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Arinaitwe JudithDepartment of Foundations, Distance and Lifelong LearningBishop Stuart University, UgandaEmail: jajudith42@gmail.com Abstract: The purpose of this study was to assess the impact of trends in admittance and equity in higher education. Using Qualitative approach in data collection, this study answered the following questions: Are Male students currently disadvantaged in admittance to higher education in…

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The Perceptions of the Pre-service Education Students about the Status and Socio-cultural Beliefs about the Teaching Profession

The Perceptions of the Pre-service Education Students about the Status and Socio-cultural Beliefs about the Teaching Profession

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Petronila Ndungwa MwangiUniversity of Eastern Africa, Baraton, KenyaEmail: mwangip@ueab.ac.ke Abstract: The study sought to explore the perception of pre-service education students on the status and socio-cultural beliefs about the teaching profession in selected public and private universities in Kenya. Correlational research design and a concurrent mixed method approach was employed in this study. The respondents…

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Primary School Pupils’ Awareness of Physical and Sexual Violence in Tanzania

Primary School Pupils’ Awareness of Physical and Sexual Violence in Tanzania

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Jane Kimaro and Upendo BiswaloSt John’s University of Tanzania, Department of Education, TanzaniaEmail: Kimaro.jane83@gmail.com Abstract: Children who have experienced physical and sexual violence are at risk for a variety of physical, mental, behavioural, and social issues that can lead to drug abuse and academic failure. However, how children perceive physical and sexual violence is unknown.…

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The Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of Urban Green Spaces in Gweru City, Zimbabwe

The Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of Urban Green Spaces in Gweru City, Zimbabwe

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Produce Mukwenyi & Adrod SachingomaDepartment of Sciences and Technology, Mkoba Teachers College, Gweru, ZimbabweEmail: pmukwenyi@gmail.com Abstract: The recognition of urban green spaces (UGS) is critical for sustainable strategies globally. UGS serve a critical function that spans the socioeconomic, environmental, and climatic divides, but their survival is jeopardised by the insatiable resource needs associated with perceived…

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Establishing Factors Leading to the Pre-service Education Students’ Choice of Teaching as a Career

Establishing Factors Leading to the Pre-service Education Students’ Choice of Teaching as a Career

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Petronila Ndungwa MwangiUniversity of Eastern Africa, Baraton, KenyaEmail: mwangip@ueab.ac.ke Abstract: This paper established factors leading to the pre-service education student’s choice of teaching as a career. The third and fourth year pre-service education students from six public and private universities in Kenya were the respondents. Concurrent mixed method approach was employed in this study. Purposive,…

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