Category: Volume 7, Issue 4

Teachers’ Perception on Technology Use in Teaching Mathematics in Rwandan Day Secondary Schools

Teachers’ Perception on Technology Use in Teaching Mathematics in Rwandan Day Secondary Schools

Delphine Nzayisenga, Onesme Niyibizi & Alphonse UworwabayehoAfrican Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science, University ofRwanda, College of EducationEmail: nzdelphine@yahoo.com Abstract: This study explored the perceptions of teachers regarding the integration of technology in the teaching of mathematics within Rwandan day secondary schools. This research aimed to shed light on how…

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Analysis of Land Use Land Cover Changes of Okana Wetland Ecosystems in Lower Nyando River Basin, Kisumu County, Kenya

Analysis of Land Use Land Cover Changes of Okana Wetland Ecosystems in Lower Nyando River Basin, Kisumu County, Kenya

Daniel O. Odaro, Elias K. Ucakuwun & Fatuma DaudiUniversity of EldoretEmail: DanielOdaro@hotmail.com Abstract: Wetlands, like any other natural resource are exploited by the adjacent communities to sustain their livelihoods. The ecosystems have supported millions of livelihoods since time immemorial through their socio-cultural, economic and ecological values. However, the ecosystems have been steadily converted into other…

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Coping Strategies Among First Year Students and its Influence on their Education: A Study of Universities in Arusha Region, Tanzania

Coping Strategies Among First Year Students and its Influence on their Education: A Study of Universities in Arusha Region, Tanzania

Daniel R. MkumboHead Teacher, Goodwill Secondary School, Arusha.Email: dannyrichard42@gmail.com Kennedy Omondi OtienoSt. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT), Arusha.Email: omondiken2016@gmail.com Charles Gervas RufyirizaSt. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT), Arusha.Email: rufcharles@gmail.com Abstract: This study investigated the coping strategies among first year students and its influence on their university education in Arusha Region, Tanzania. Objectives were to assess…

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Teachers’ and Students’ Perceptions on the Use of Computer Simulations in Teaching and Learning Ohm’s Law in Physics in Dodoma Secondary Schools, Tanzania

Teachers’ and Students’ Perceptions on the Use of Computer Simulations in Teaching and Learning Ohm’s Law in Physics in Dodoma Secondary Schools, Tanzania

Erasto Daniel & Zawadi Richard JumaEducation DepartmentSt John’s University of TanzaniaEmail: erastodan76@gmail.com/ zrichard@sjut.ac.tz Abstract: Computer simulations (CS) are widely used in the field of education as a modern-era method of teaching and learning, but for effective implementation, the main users have to be aware and positive of their capabilities and challenges. This paper explored the…

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Contribution of Teaching Practice Assessment Feedback on Enhancing Teaching Competence among Trainee Teachers in Arusha Region, Tanzania

Contribution of Teaching Practice Assessment Feedback on Enhancing Teaching Competence among Trainee Teachers in Arusha Region, Tanzania

Joyce NoahMonduli Teachers Training CollegeEmail: joycenoahmushi@gmail.com Paul Raphael KitulaSt. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT), ArushaEmail: kitula07@gmail.com Abstract: This study was conducted to assess the contribution of teaching practice (TP) assessment feedback on enhancing teaching competency among trainee teachers in Arusha region. Specifically, the study investigated the influence of TP assessment feedback on enhancing competency among…

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The relationship between Parents’ Education Background and Retention of Pupils in Schools in Namutumba Sub County, Namutumba District, Uganda

The relationship between Parents’ Education Background and Retention of Pupils in Schools in Namutumba Sub County, Namutumba District, Uganda

Balikowa Ivan & Lutaro AbasTeam University, UgandaEmail: balikowaivan97@gmail.com Abstract: The study evaluated the relationship between parents’ education background and retention of pupils in schools in Namutumba District. This study adopted a descriptive design with mixed methods. The descriptive design was assigned scores to individual study variables. The total sample size for the study was teachers,…

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Guidance and Counseling and Social Conduct of Pupils in Public Primary Schools in Kizuba Sub County, Namutumba District. Uganda

Guidance and Counseling and Social Conduct of Pupils in Public Primary Schools in Kizuba Sub County, Namutumba District. Uganda

Waibi Peter & Muwagga MusaSchool of Graduate Studies and Research, Team University, UgandaEmail: peterwaibi3@gmail.com Abstract: The study was intended to examine the influence of guidance and counselling on the social conduct of the boy child in UPE selected schools. This study used a case study design for Kizuba Sub County and involved the use of…

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The Relationship between Teachers’ Emotional Expressions and Professional Commitment in Public Primary Schools in Nsinze Sub County, Namutumba District, Uganda

The Relationship between Teachers’ Emotional Expressions and Professional Commitment in Public Primary Schools in Nsinze Sub County, Namutumba District, Uganda

Ngotowa Peter Ivan & Muwagga MusaSchool of Graduate Studies and Research, Team University, UgandaEmail: npeterivan@gmail.com Abstract: This study was conducted to examine the relationship between teachers’ emotional expressions and professional commitment in public primary schools. The study used a cross-sectional survey design and included both teachers and head teachers as respondents. The sample size for…

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Investigating TVET Level Three Students’ Misconceptions Affecting Performance in Trigonometry: A Case of Kicukiro District, Rwanda

Investigating TVET Level Three Students’ Misconceptions Affecting Performance in Trigonometry: A Case of Kicukiro District, Rwanda

Viateur Nizeyimana, Védaste Mutarutinya, Servilien Bimenyimana & Alphonse HabumuremyiAfrican Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and ScienceUniversity of Rwanda – College of Education, RwandaEmail: nizevia@gmail.com Abstract: This study sought out to investigate level three students’ misconceptions affecting performance in trigonometry in two selected schools of Kicukiro District. The target population was 386…

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The Role of Media in Reducing the Use of Corporal Punishment in Dodoma Schools in Tanzania

The Role of Media in Reducing the Use of Corporal Punishment in Dodoma Schools in Tanzania

Epiphan Frances Mwashiuya & Zawadi Richard JumaSt John’s University of TanzaniaEmail: epiphanf3@gmail.com Abstract: Corporal punishment in schools has become one of escalating problematic global human rights issues. Nevertheless, the number of studies worldwide media had been reported to reduce corporal punishment in schools. However, in Tanzania, especially in Dodoma City, the contribution of media in…

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