Tag: Performance
Factors Affecting Students’ Performance in Mathematics in Upper Secondary Schools in Gicumbi District, Rwanda

Factors Affecting Students’ Performance in Mathematics in Upper Secondary Schools in Gicumbi District, Rwanda

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Ephrem Shaban Mbarute & Dr. 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: In spite of the government efforts to promote Mathematics and Science, students’ performance in mathematics in Rwanda has been low in upper secondary schools, especially in three…

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Factors Affecting Teacher Motivation in Public Secondary Schools in Teso-South Sub-County, Kenya

Factors Affecting Teacher Motivation in Public Secondary Schools in Teso-South Sub-County, Kenya

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Hezekiah Adwar Othoo – Department of Education Psychology, Management and Policy StudiesAlupe University College, KenyaFoscar Nekesa – School of Education and Social Science, Alupe University College, KenyaEmail: hezruakas@gmail.com Abstract: Teachers’ lack of motivation is thought to have affected negatively student performance in Kenyan secondary schools, particularly those in Teso South Sub County. Different elements, like…

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Do SMASE Training Methodologies get their way into the Classroom? Interrogating the Kenyan Biology Classroom Environment

Do SMASE Training Methodologies get their way into the Classroom? Interrogating the Kenyan Biology Classroom Environment

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Dr. Isaac Christopher Odawa ImandaKisii University, Kenya.Email: imanda2020isaac@gmail.com Abstract: Strengthening of Mathematics and Science in Education (SMASE) is an In-service Education and Training (INSET) that was initiated to address the perennial poor performance in mathematics and sciences. The INSET aimed at transforming classroom interactions from teacher-centred to learner-centered so as to improve learner academic achievement…

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Assessment of Family Income on Pupil’s Education and Their Academic Performance in Primary School in Arusha City

Assessment of Family Income on Pupil’s Education and Their Academic Performance in Primary School in Arusha City

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Zuhura Said Kemanae – Teacher, Unga Limited Primary SchoolDr. Christine Mnjokaya – St. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT), Arusha.Email: zuhurakemanae2019@gmail.com/ cmnjokava@yahoo.com Abstract: The study assessed family income on pupil’s education and academic performance in primary school in Arusha City, Tanzania. The objectives of study were to: investigate the effects of family income on pupil’s education…

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Influence of Teaching and Learning Resources on Students’ Academic Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Arusha District Council, Tanzania

Influence of Teaching and Learning Resources on Students’ Academic Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Arusha District Council, Tanzania

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Wema David Somba Dr. Kennedy Omondi OtienoSt. Augustine University of Tanzania, ArushaEmail: sombawema18@gmail.com Abstract: This study determined the availability of Teaching and Learning Resources (TLR) in public secondary schools and assessed the adequacy of TLR and its influence on students’ performance in public secondary schools in Arusha District Council. The study adopted a convergent parallel…

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Effect of Market Alliance on the Performance of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda

Effect of Market Alliance on the Performance of Microfinance Institutions in Rwanda

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Charles Nshimiyimana Department of Accounting and Finance, Faculty of Business Management The Open University of Tanzania, Tanzania Email: nshimiyimanac@gmail.com Abstract: The intense competition and constantly changing market conditions in modern-day businesses prompt organizations to adopt in order for them to survive. Due to that microfinances are required to become more proactive and innovative to maintain…

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School Factors Contributing to Low ZIMSEC Pass Rate: A Case of Tapiwa Primary School, Gweru District in Zimbabwe

School Factors Contributing to Low ZIMSEC Pass Rate: A Case of Tapiwa Primary School, Gweru District in Zimbabwe

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Dr. Gambiza CathrineAtlantic International University, Honululu, Hawaiigambiza0@gmail.com Abstract: The research focused on school factors that contribute to low ZIMSEC performance at Tapiwa Primary School Gweru District in the Midlands Province, Zimbabwe. The study sample was composed of (10) participants (5 males and 5 females) it used a Thematic case study research design with a qualitative…

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The Efficacy of Performance Contract Target Setting on Innovations in Public Technical Universities in Kenya

The Efficacy of Performance Contract Target Setting on Innovations in Public Technical Universities in Kenya

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Opiayo Peter Mabubi – PhD Student. Kisii University, Kenya. Email: pmabubi@gmail.comDr. Areba George Ngwacho – Department of Education Administration, Planning and Economics, Kisii University.Dr. Nyakundi Eliud – Department of Education Administration, Planning and Economics, Kisii University.Corresponding author Email: gareba@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke Received April 26, 2020; Revised September 5, 2020; Accepted October 6, 2020 Abstract: Over enrolment and…

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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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An Assessment of the Impact of Extensive Novel Reading on Performance in English Language at Secondary School Level in Gweru District, Zimbabwe: An Action Research

An Assessment of the Impact of Extensive Novel Reading on Performance in English Language at Secondary School Level in Gweru District, Zimbabwe: An Action Research

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Dr. Alice Dhliwayo Lecturer, Languages and Communication Department, Solusi University, ZimbabweEmail: dhliwayoam@gmail.com Received April 12, 2020; Revised July 14, 2020; Accepted July 17, 2020 Abstract: Passing English at Ordinary level in Zimbabwe is still a prerequisite into any further studies that learners may want to do. Many educationists in Zimbabwe are worried at the low…

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