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The Extent to Which Land Conflicts Affect Food Security: A Case of Kasese District, Western Uganda

The Extent to Which Land Conflicts Affect Food Security: A Case of Kasese District, Western Uganda

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Cleous Bwambale Tinkasimire, Julius Mwine and Peter S. MusinguziDepartment of Agriculture, Uganda Martyrs University, UgandaEmail: cbwambale74@gmail.com/ctinkasimire2008@gmail.com Abstract: This study investigated the effect of land conflicts on food security in Kasese district, Western Uganda in 2018. Exploratory and descriptive research survey designs were adopted using a population of 1999 and sample size of 445. Self administered…

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Impact of Using Physics Education Technology (PhET) Simulations on Improving Students’ Performance in Electrostatics

Impact of Using Physics Education Technology (PhET) Simulations on Improving Students’ Performance in Electrostatics

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Uwambajimana Sylvere and Evariste MinaniAfrican Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS), College of Education, University of RwandaEmail: uwambajimanasylvere@gmail.com Abstract: This study aimed at assessing the impact of using Physics Education Technology (PhET) simulation to improve students’ performance in electrostatics. A quasi-experimental design under quantitative methods was used. Electrostatics Achievement…

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Influence of Language of Instruction in Enhancing Students’ Acquisition of Knowledge in Secondary Schools in Arusha City Council, Tanzania

Influence of Language of Instruction in Enhancing Students’ Acquisition of Knowledge in Secondary Schools in Arusha City Council, Tanzania

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Kennedy Omondi Otieno – Coordinator Postgraduate Studies Research & PublicationsSt. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT), ArushaEmail: omondiken2016@gmail.com Loishiye Lengaram Saiteu – Assistant Lecturer, Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA)Email: loishiyesaiteu@gmail.com Abstract: This study investigated the influence of language of instruction on academic performance of students in secondary schools in Arusha City Council, Tanzania. Objectively, the study…

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The Influence of School Factors on Students’ Mathematics Performance in Gicumbi District, Rwanda

The Influence of School Factors on Students’ Mathematics Performance in Gicumbi District, Rwanda

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Ephrem Shaban Mbarute and Celestin NtivuguruzwaUniversity of Rwanda College of Education (UR-CE), African Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS)Email:mbaruteephremshaban@gmail.com Abstract: This study set out to investigate school factors that influence students’ academic performance in Gicumbi schools. This study aimed to determine how Continuing Professional Development (CPD, library use, group…

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Lecturers’ and Students’ Experiences about Using MOODLE in Mathematics Modules during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Lecturers’ and Students’ Experiences about Using MOODLE in Mathematics Modules during the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Amina Urwibutso – African Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS)Alphonse Uworwabayeho – University of Rwanda-College of EducationInnocent Muhire – University of Rwanda-College of EducationEmail: urwibutsoamina@gmail.com Abstract: This study investigated lecturers’ and students’ experiences in using Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment (MOODLE) in mathematics modules during the COVID-19 pandemic at…

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Barriers to Cervical Cancer Screening among Women of Child-Bearing Age in Thyolo District, Malawi

Barriers to Cervical Cancer Screening among Women of Child-Bearing Age in Thyolo District, Malawi

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Rosie Litta Panulo – Preventive Health Department, Malamulo Adventist Hospital, Makwasa, Malawi.Victor P. Nkungula – Basic Sciences Department, Malawi Adventist University, Malamulo College of Health Sciences, Makwasa, MalawiKingsley Lungu – Department of Environmental Health, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences, Chichiri, Blantyre, Malawi.Email: panulorosie@yahoo.com Abstract: Cervical cancer is a major…

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Effects of Virtual Laboratories on Students’ Conceptual Understanding of Biology in Selected Secondary Schools of Rwamagana District, Rwanda

Effects of Virtual Laboratories on Students’ Conceptual Understanding of Biology in Selected Secondary Schools of Rwamagana District, Rwanda

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Diane Uwitonze and Gabriel NizeyimanaAfrican Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science, College ofEducation, University of RwandaEmail: uwitodiane@yahoo.fr/ tunize09@gmail.com Abstract: The main purpose of this research was to investigate the effects of virtual laboratories on students’ conceptual understanding of biology with an emphasis on the foetal developmental process. Quasi-experimental design under…

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Management Challenges Facing Secondary Education Quality Improvement Program in Delivery of Quality Education in Bariadi District, Simiyu Region, Tanzania

Management Challenges Facing Secondary Education Quality Improvement Program in Delivery of Quality Education in Bariadi District, Simiyu Region, Tanzania

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Salaganda Izengo and Clara RupiaSt. Augustine University of TanzaniaEmail: izengosalaganda@gmail.com/kokubela55@gmail.com Abstract: This research identified management challenges facing Secondary Education Quality Improvement Program (SEQUIP) in provision of quality education in Bariadi District. The research engaged a mixed research approach with convergent parallel research design. General system theory developed by Ludwig Von Bertalanffy in 1950s guided this…

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Does Stakeholders’ Security Planning Influence Security Management Outcomes? Empirical Evidence from Public Secondary Schools in Mandera County, Kenya

Does Stakeholders’ Security Planning Influence Security Management Outcomes? Empirical Evidence from Public Secondary Schools in Mandera County, Kenya

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Abdi Haji Daud, Dr. Ruth Thinguri and Dr. Mary MugweDepartment of Educational Management and Curriculum StudiesMount Kenya University, Nairobi – KenyaEmail: risanhaji@gmail.com Abstract: Mandera County in Kenya is bordering Ethiopia and Somalia. These places have been continuously attacked by Al Shabaab radicals from Somalia and the Ethiopian pastoralists practicing cattle stealing. Safety of the instructors…

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Contribution of Extracurricular Activities on Students’ Retention: A Focus on Public Secondary Schools in Bariadi District, Tanzania

Contribution of Extracurricular Activities on Students’ Retention: A Focus on Public Secondary Schools in Bariadi District, Tanzania

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Evance Yintore and Dr. Chrispina LekuleSt. Augustine University of TanzaniaEmail: yintoreevance.ey@gmail.com; chrispina.lekule@saut.ac.tz Abstract: The purpose of this study was to assess the extent to which extracurricular activities contribute to student retention in public secondary schools. The study employed a mixed research approach, and a convergent parallel design. Closed and open-ended questionnaires, semi-structured interview guide and…

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