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Contribution of School Boards for Effective Teaching and Learning: A Focus on Public Secondary Schools in Mbeya District, Tanzania

Contribution of School Boards for Effective Teaching and Learning: A Focus on Public Secondary Schools in Mbeya District, Tanzania

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Jeremiah Tabu & Chrispina LekuleSt. Augustine University of TanzaniaEmail: jeremiahking54@gmail.com Abstract: This study sought to examine contribution of School Boards for effective teaching and learning. The study also explored challenges which School Board members face and how to mitigate them. A mixed research approach and explanatory sequential design were employed. Data was collected through questionnaires…

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Student’s Attitudes and Perceptions toward Learning Physics in Arusha City Secondary Schools, Tanzania

Student’s Attitudes and Perceptions toward Learning Physics in Arusha City Secondary Schools, Tanzania

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Abraham Daniel Mollel – University of Rwanda- College of Education, Africa Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science, Kayonza, Rwanda Dr. Evareste Minani – Department of Mathematics, Science and Physical Education, University of Rwanda- College of Education, Kayonza,Rwanda Beni Mbwile – University of Rwanda- College of Education, Africa Centre of Excellence…

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Creating an Enabling Environment for Learning Chemistry: A Case of Using Mobile Phone Apps for Attitude Change in Resource Constrained Private Secondary Schools in Uganda

Creating an Enabling Environment for Learning Chemistry: A Case of Using Mobile Phone Apps for Attitude Change in Resource Constrained Private Secondary Schools in Uganda

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Jimmy Luyima, Michael Walimbwa & John SentongoCollege of Education and External studies – Makerere University, UgandaCorresponding Author: luyimajimmy@gmail.com Abstract: Intrigued by reports ranking chemistry as one of the worst performed science subjects over the years at Uganda Certificate of Examination level, citing attitude towards the subject as one of the explanations, this study investigated the…

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The Use of Information Technology and Social Media for Academic Purposes by Students in Higher Learning Institutions in Tanzania

The Use of Information Technology and Social Media for Academic Purposes by Students in Higher Learning Institutions in Tanzania

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Shuubi Alphonce Mutajwaa, Happyness Hurdson Temu & Neema Ahmed MwingeCenter for Information and Communication TechnologySt. John’s University of TanzaniaEmail: salphonce@sjut.ac.tz Abstract: Social interactions amongst peers were the sole purpose for the invention of social media platforms. Later on, realizing its potential, other sectors embraced the technology and has been strategically used to add value and…

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Teacher Perception on the Three Domains of Learning in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya

Teacher Perception on the Three Domains of Learning in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya

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Dr. Esther Chepkorir BitokKisii University, KenyaEmail: estherbitok@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke/ estherbitok2006@gmail.com Received July 22, 2020; Revised October 30, 2020; Accepted November 4, 2020 Abstract: The domains of learning have been categorized as cognitive domain (knowledge), psychomotor domain (skills) and affective domain (attitudes). This categorization is best explained by the Taxonomy of Learning Domains formulated by Benjamin Bloom in…

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The Impact of Geography Instructional Resources on Learning: Case of Geography Students in Selected Public Schools of Kayonza District, Rwanda

The Impact of Geography Instructional Resources on Learning: Case of Geography Students in Selected Public Schools of Kayonza District, Rwanda

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John K. Mugisha College of Education, University of RwandaEmail: mugishajohn64@gmail.com Received July 25, 2020; Revised August 25, Accepted September 10, 2020 Abstract: The use of instructional resources and their impact on students’ performance have been widely research. But the way these instructional resources impact the learning of geography students especially in low income countries like…

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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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Instructional Resources, Methodology and Teacher Preparedness in Learning Physical Geography in Wajir County, Kenya

Instructional Resources, Methodology and Teacher Preparedness in Learning Physical Geography in Wajir County, Kenya

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Samson Kipchirchir – Moi University, Kenya, and William Kebenei – University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, Kenya. Corresponding author: bettsamson2@gmail.com Received February 20, 2019; Revised March 15, 2019; Accepted March 17, 2019 Abstract: This study sought to investigate Challenges in teaching and learning physical geography in selected public secondary schools in Wajir County, Kenya. It has…

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Innovative Learning and Teaching Context for Adaptive Expertise in the Twenty-First Century

Innovative Learning and Teaching Context for Adaptive Expertise in the Twenty-First Century

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Juhudi K. Cosmas (PhD) College of Education, University of Dodoma Karugendo2007@yahoo.com Received November 15, 2018; Revised February 15, 2019; Accepted March 10, 2019 Abstract: This is a conceptual article on innovative learning/instruction setting for adaptive expertise. Currently, the dominant learning approach is socio-constructivist – where in learning process, a learner actively constructs knowledge in the…

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Grade Six Learners’ Performance in Mathematics: A Comparison between Rwanda, Botswana and South Africa

Grade Six Learners’ Performance in Mathematics: A Comparison between Rwanda, Botswana and South Africa

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Dr. Jean Francois Maniraho* – College of Education, University of Rwanda and Dr. Leon R. Mugabo – African Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science University of Rwanda, *Corresponding author: jmaniraho2@gmail.com Received November 16, 2018; Revised January 27, 2019; Accepted February 25, 2019 Abstract: While South Africa and Botswana have participated…

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