RESEARCH IN EDUCATION

The following include the Journal’s publications in the field of Education. The papers are geared towards theory development, policy formulation and action plan in the fields of Education in Africa’s context

Effect of Service Quality on Student Satisfaction in Higher Education in Mozambique

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Vol. 10 (2), 26-36, 2023 Author: Estácio Dinazarte Omar Rajá Eduardo Mondlane University, Maputo, Mozambique Avenida Julius Nyerere, Nr. 3453, Campus Universitário Principal, Maputo, Moçambique Email: estacio.raja@uem.ac.mz Abstract: In the increasingly competitive higher education market, institutions are adopting a market-oriented approach that places students as the key […]

Examining Strategies for Preventing Risky Sexual Behaviors and Teenage Pregnancies among Teenage Mothers in Kajiado County, Kenya

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Vol. 10 (2), 37-51, 2023 Authors: Eucabeth Kemunto Manyibe, Tonny Amisah & Stephen Asatsa The Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Nairobi, Kenya P.O BOX 62157-00200. Nairobi, Kenya Email:eucabethmanyibe@gmail.com Abstract: The main purpose of the study was to examine the strategies for preventing risky sexual behaviors and teenage […]

Uncovering the Hidden Bias: Examining Gender Stereotypes in Education in Sub-Saharan Africa

This study investigates the problem of gender bias in education in Sub-Saharan Africa, focusing primarily on the problem of gender bias in textbooks and teaching practices.

Influence of Teacher Workload on Students’ Academic Performance in Laikipia West Sub-County, Kenya

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Vol. 10(1), 20-29, 2023 By Douglas Kibiru Kimotho1, Joel Wamichwe2 , Eleen Yatich3 and John Wakhanu4 1,2,3 &4The Presbyterian University of East Africa, P.O. BOX 387, Kikuyu – Kenya Email: kimothodouglas@gmail.com Abstract: This study examined the influence of teachers’ workload on students’ performance in national examination in […]

A Comparative Study of Academic Achievement between Cooperative Learning and Non-Cooperative Learning Strategies in Chemistry among Students in Murang’a County, Kenya

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Vol. 10 (1), 20-36, 2023 Authors: Kabanga Grace Wairimu1, Nicholas W. Twoli2 & Michael Muchoki Waititu3  12&3Department of Educational Communication and Technology Kenyatta   University, P.O Box, 43844, 00100, Nairobi, Kenya Email: wairimugk2016@gmail.com ABSTRACT The employment of cooperative learning as an instructional method across different countries has exhibited […]

Effect of Policy of Two-Year Diploma Level Teacher Qualification on Quality Teacher Training in Public Primary Teacher Training Colleges in Kenya

This study intended to examine the effect of policy of a 2 year diploma level qualification for teachers on quality teacher training in public primary teacher training colleges in Kenya.

The Role of Strategic Resource Utilization in Internal Efficiency of Public Secondary Schools in Mombasa County, Kenya

The purpose of the study was to evaluate the role of strategic resource utilization on internal efficiency of public secondary schools in Mombasa County.

Effects of Social Media on Academic Achievement of Students in Mixed Day Secondary Schools in Kajiado County, Kenya

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Vol. 9 (3), 26-36, 2022 Jackline N. Koin1, Alfred M. Wamala2, Eleen Yatich3 and Joel Wamichwe4 1,2,3,4 The Presbyterian University of East Africa, P.O. BOX 387, Kikuyu – KENYA Corresponding Author E-mail: jacklinekoin65@gmail.com  ABSTRACT This study explored the effects of social media on academic achievement of mixed […]

Effect of Modernized Pre-service and In-service Training Programs Policy on Quality Teacher Training in Public Primary Teacher Training Colleges in Kenya

This study intended to examine the effect of modernized pre-service and in-service training programs policy on quality teacher training in public primary teacher training colleges in Kenya.

Mental Health and Suicidal Ideation among Students of Public Secondary Schools in Kenya

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Vol. 9 (3), 1-12, 2022 Ambale C. Kennedy1, James B. Ouda2 & Kenneth Otieno3 1,2,3 Department of Educational Psychology, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kakamega, Kenya Corresponding Author E-mail: kennedyambale68@gmail.com ABSTRACT According to the 2017 Center for Disease Control (CDC) report, suicide is the second […]