Author: Alex Masangu St. Augustine University of Tanzania, P.O. Box 307, Mwanza, Tanzania Email: masanguag@hotmail.com Abstract The striving for philosophical education is among the necessary conditions for effective advocacy of philosophy. In the year 2007, through the book titled Philosophy, a school of freedom: Teaching philosophy and learning to philosophize: Status and prospects, the United […]
Authors: Kennedy Ondara Okemwa, Marcella Momanyi and Jared Anyona Ntabo Faculty of Education, Catholic University of Eastern Africa, P O Box 62157 – 00200, Nairobi, Kenya Email: kokemwa18@gmail.com Abstract This study investigated influence of the Board of Management (BOM) involvement of the community on students’ academic performance in public secondary schools in Nyamira County, Kenya. […]
Authors: Enos Kitambo, Julius Omona, Firminus Mugumya Makerere University P.O. Box 7062, Kampala, Uganda Department of Social Work and Social Administration Email: kitambo.enos@yahoo.com Abstract The persistence of youth challenges is a global concern, with unemployment biting the generation. In Uganda, the youth comprise the highest population. The young ones are battling socio-economic challenges despite, natural […]
Author: Elvis Munyoka School of Social and Political Sciences University of Glasgow, G12 8QQ, United Kingdom Elvis.Munyoka@glasgow.ac.uk Abstract Rebel governance has existed in the saga of internal conflict, but it has not received the same attention as other aspects of civil wars. Rebel groups have been depicted as violent warlords, especially those in developing countries. […]
Author: Christian Evadzi University of Cape Coast, Ghana E-mail Address: evadjii@yahoo.co.uk Abstract Universities are major hub for skills development. Similarly, industries engage graduates as floor, middle and top level personnel to occupy different roles and make critical decisions. There is however, evidence to the effect that, risky alcohol consumption exist among university students. It is […]
Authors: Sharleen W. Karanja, Susan Muringi and Jared Menecha Department of Clinical Psychology, Daystar University, P.O. Box 44400-00100 Nairobi Author E-mail address: wakonyosharleen@gmail.com Abstract The use of social media sites has revolutionised global communication. However; it has brought with it profound side effects that include addiction amongst other psychological problems. This study set out to establish […]
Author: Douglas Ayega University of North Texas, Denton USA Department of Learning Technologies, douglasayega@my.unt.edu Abstract This study investigates the hype that is linked with the success of integrating technology in teaching. Without considering other factors that impact a successful education process, the role of educational technologies in improving educational practices need to be investigated. The […]
Author: Benard Kipchirchir Kirui United States International University-Africa P. O. Box 14634 – 00800, Nairobi Email: kiruisang@gmail.com Abstract Arms control is an important intervention measure aimed at reducing the likelihood of war or the intensity of violence once it occurs. As a theory and practice, arms control has two sides to it. On one side […]
Authors: Stella Karimi Muthomi and Boniface Njuguna Mwangi Africa Nazarene University, Box 53067-00200, Nairobi Email: stellakarimi1234@gmail.com Abstract Previous studies point out that parents play an important role in the academic performance of learners in ECD, however, they fall short of delineating how the specific parental characteristics such as educational background, occupation, attitude and involvement influence […]
Author: Lucas Ngigi Mburu School of Post Graduate Studies, Leadership Department Pan Africa Christian University, Nairobi E-mail: lucasmburu@gmail.com Abstract Many organizations in different sectors have experienced challenging moments related to changing business environment due to competition, new disruptive technologies, and tough economic times. The presence of leaders who may not easily pass the test of […]