School of Education: Recent submissions
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Secondary school students' perspectives of environmental Quality in Kenya: a case study ofBungoma District
(Maseno University, 2000)Concern had been raised to the effect that Secondary. School students in Kenya lacked conservation principles in their day-to-day lives. In light of this, it was the purpose of this study to understand the meanings the ... -
A grounded theory investigation of journalL writing
(EDMONTON, ALBERTA, 1992)Although the practice of journal writing has existed for centuries, it is a little understood and highly understudied G area in the psychological literature. Attempts have been made to describe the benefits and drawbacks ... -
An Investigation of Practices, Resources, and Challenges in Mathematical Word Problem Solving among Swahili-speaking African High School Bi-/Multilingual Students in the United States
(Syracuse University, 2011)In this study, I examined the practices, resources, and challenges in mathematics word problem solving (MWPS) among the Africa Swahili-speaking refugee high school students in the United States. Specifically, I investigated ... -
The Child's Right to an Education for Open-Mindedness: A Moral and Legal Theory of Materials Access and Selection In Educational Curricula
(University of Alberta, 1999)This research arises out of the belief that curricular materials selection does not adequately align with children's educational rights. I defend the position that the child's interest in an education for open-mindedness, ... -
Implementation of French curriculum in secondary schools in western province, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2009)Students' low enrolment. high dropout rate. and poor performance in French as a subject offered in secondary schools in Kenya imply that the French curriculum has not been effectively implemented in schools. The purpose ... -
An evaluation of the integrated approach to the teaching of English in secondary schools in Busia District, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2009)Reservations have been raised about the integrated approach to the teaching of English in secondary schools in Kenya since its introduction in 1985. The reservations, have however, not been based on any documented studies. ... -
An evaluation of HIV/aids education• Programme in public secondary schools in Siaya district
(Maseno University, 2009)schools in the year 2000. The Programme was integrated in Biology, Agriculture, CRE, History and Languages subject areas. However, the Programme had not been evaluated since its implementation. This study therefore ... -
Potential for incorporation of computer simulations in the teaching of geography in secondary schools
(Maseno University, 2010)The issue of quality secondary school geography education has been of great concern in Kenya for several years. Several factors have been considered as being responsible for the low quality, such as poor teaching methods, ... -
Private rate of return to university schooling among lecturers in public universities
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An evaluation of programme placement for Learners with visual impairments in relation to self concept and academic achievement in special primary Schools, kenya
(Maseno University, 2010)Self-concept is very crucial in determining pupils' achievement. In special needs education programmes, this is more crucial because children with special needs such as visual impairment tend to be influenced by the ... -
An evaluation of low vision devices used in Primary schools for the visually Handicapped in Kenya
(2010)Blindness imposes major handicaps to human functioning. It reduces one's incidental learning, ability to move about, limits interaction with the environment and ability to access broad and balanced education. Individuals ... -
Cost - effectiveness analysis of educating day and boarding secondary school Students in Kisumu district, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2010)The purpose of Cost effectiveness analysis in education is to ascertain which programmes or combination of programmes can achieve particular objectives at the lowest cost. By choosing those programmes with the least cost ... -
Perspectives on effectiveness of quality assurance processes And indicators in selected public and private universities in Kenya: a comparative study
(Maseno University, 2012)The demand for university education in Kenya continues to increase amidst decreasing financial support to public universities from the government and establishment of new private universities. The expanding enrolments ... -
Impact of selected factors on education management Information systems outcomes in the counties of Nyanza region, Kenya.
(Maseno University, 2014)Information systems are created to enable organizations utilize technologies to gather and use information for effective management. Ministry of Education Science and technology (MOEST) is committed to the implementation ... -
Contribution of quality assurance and standards Officers in curriculum implementation in public Primary schools in Kisumu district, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2010)Quality Assurance is a very essential component of education process. Resources invested in education can not yield desired results without proper monitoring and evaluation. Implementation of the free primary education ... -
A Comparison of Information and Communication Technology Application in Nepad and non Nepad Schools in Kenya
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Creativity Extent, Perceptions, Correlations and Differences among Secondary School Physics Students in Nairobi Province, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2011)Scientific creativity is envisaged to prepare learners for active roles in technological innovation; and physics, as a key subject in technology, is considered as one of the critical domains to focus attention. In recent ... -
Expansion of Private Universities in Kenya and its Implication on Student Characteristics, Access Factors, Quality and Completion Rate
(Maseno University, 2012)Access to University education was for a long time a preserve of some selected few who managed to pass highly the then Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education and now Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. The competitive ... -
Perceptions of Stakeholders on Forms, Factors And Effects of Financial Mismanagement on Quality Education in Public Secondary Schools in Gucha I\. District, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2012)The government of Kenya allocates between 35 to 40 percent of the total budget to education. It is essential that public funds be directed effectively and used for the purposes for which they are allocated for. However, ... -
An Evaluation of the Teaching Methods used by the Christian Religious Education Teachers in Enhancing Secondary School Students' Acquisition of Moral Skills in Kisumu East District, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2011)This investigation was motivated by the extant evidence which indicates that social, economic and political vices are on the rise in Kenya. For example the Kenya police report indicates that nationally crime among the ...