African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(2), 2018 Authors: Caroline Gakii Ntwiga and Boniface Njuguna Mwangi Africa Nazarene University, P.O. Box 53067 – 00200, Nairobi Email of the Corresponding Author: bmwangi@anu.ac.ke Abstract: Overemphasis on passing in the examinations can create pedagogies that incline to the test and could have adverse effects on the…
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Influence of Selected Factors on the Level of Implementation of Preschool Creative Activities Curriculum in Njoro, Nakuru County, Kenya
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(2), 2018 Authors: Isaiah Kiplangat Melly and Boniface Njuguna Mwangi Africa Nazarene University, P.O. Box 53067 – 00200, Nairobi Email of the Corresponding Author: bmwangi@anu.ac.ke Abstract: Creative activities serve an important part in promoting children’s learning and development besides enhancing their emotional, intellectual and social skills. Thus,…
Influence of Mathematical English on Performance of Standard Eight Learners in Public Primary Schools in Miriga Mieru, Meru County, Kenya
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(2), 2018 Authors: Faith Kathure Mberia and Boniface Njuguna Mwangi Africa Nazarene University, P.O. Box 53067 – 00200, Nairobi Email of the Corresponding Author: bmwangi@anu.ac.ke Abstract: Mathematical English is a unique language based on ordinary English, with highly stylized formal symbol systems. Owing to the fact that…
Exploring the Views of Dental Students on Community Based Education and Service: A Case Study of Makerere College of Health Sciences in Uganda
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(1), 2018 Authors: Emma Nordlund, DDS, Department of Dental Medicine, Division of Periodontology, Karolinska Institutet. Tove Zander, DDS, Department of Dental Medicine, Division of Periodontology, Karolinska Institutet Mesfin Tessma, MD, MPH, Medical Statistics Unit, Learning, Informatics Management and Ethics (LIME), Karolinska Institutet Patricia De Palma, DDS, PhD,…
Influence of Physical Environment on Crime in Informal Settlements of Kibra in Nairobi County, Kenya
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(1), 2018 James K. Shikuku, Micah Makworo and Mugwima B. Njuguna Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, P.O Box 62000 – 00200, NAIROBI – KENYA. Corresponding Author Email: skjames45@gmail.com Abstract: The impact of crime in the informal settlements in cities is enormous and extends beyond civilian…
Effects of Noise Pollution on Students’ Learning in Selected Urban Public Secondary Schools in Dar es Salaam City, Tanzania
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(1), 2018 Author: Josta Lameck Nzilano Dar es Salaam University, College of Education P. O. Box 2329, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | E-mail: nzilanoj@gmail.com Abstract: The study investigated effects of noise pollution on students’ learning in Dar es Salaam city focusing on state secondary schools. The study…
Effects of Instituted Management Strategies on Enrolment in Public Tuition Free Day Secondary Schools in Nairobi County
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(1), 2018 Authors: *Ephraith Mbura Ngari and **Lucy Wakiaga. *Dr. Ngari, Department of Postgraduate Studies in Education, The Catholic University of Eastern Africa, P. O. Box 62157 – 00200, Nairobi-Kenya. **Dr. Wakiaga, Senior Lecturer & M.Ed. Program Leader, Christ the Teacher Institute for Education, Tangaza University College,…
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Volume 4, 2017
EDITORIAL NOTE: The African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Volume 4, 2017 explores a diverse range of critical issues within the realm of education, socio-economic dynamics, and community well-being in the East African context, with a particular focus on Kenya. Each contribution delves into distinct facets of societal development, shedding light on challenges…
Investigating the Challenges of Student Centered Learning in Higher Education Institutions in Eritrea
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 4(3), 2017 Ghiorgis Tekle* and Hagos Fesshaye** College of Business and Economics – Halhale, Eritrea *Assistant professor in Economics; Corresponding author e-mail: Tekleg234@gmail.com **Lecturer in Economics, e-mail: hagosfisha@gmail.com Abstract: The mode of teaching and learning followed by the HEIs in Eritrea are dominantly teacher-led, as opposed to…
Health and Social-economic Effects of Alcohol Abuse in Kenya’s Context
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 4(3), 2017 Author: Ann Kiriru E-mail: akiriru@cuea.edu Affiliation: The Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Gaba Campus, Eldoret Abstract: The issue of alcohol abuse in Kenya is deeply rooted and has continued to affect not only the health but also the social and economic well being of the…