Authors: Betty. M. Macharia Department of Research and Evaluation Faculty of Education The Catholic University of Eastern Africa P. O. Box 62157, Nairobi, Kenya Corresponding Author Email: betty23001@yahoo.co.uk Abstract This paper is a review of the roles of dissertation supervisors as mentors. Primarily, research and enquiry skills are important for doctoral students. Doctoral supervisors should…
Category: RESEARCH IN EDUCATION
The following include the Journal’s publications in the field of Education. These papers are geared towards theory development, policy formulation, and action planning. The focus is on addressing educational issues within Africa’s context.
Challenges Faced by teachers in Teaching Mentally Challenged and Communication Deficient learners in Mbagathi Special Unit, Kenya
Author: Eleen Chesaro The Presbyterian University of East Africa P.O Box 387 Kikuyu, Kenya Email: eleenchesaro@yahoo.com Abstract The purpose of this study was to examine challenges faced by teachers in teaching mentally challenged and communication deficient learners in Mbagathi special unit in Kenya. The study employed case study design that aimed at providing in depth…
Influence of Classroom Instructional Resources on Mastery of Number Activity Concepts among Pre-Primary Learners in Embakasi Sub County, Nairobi
Lydia Gesare Ondieki, Benson Odongo, and Mary Anyango Onditi Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of science and Technology P.O. Box 210 – 40601 Bondo – Kenya Author email:lydia.gesare@yahoo.com Abstract This study investigated the influence of classroom instructional resources on pre-primary learners’ mastery of number activity concepts in public preschool schools in Embakasi Sub County, Nairobi County….
Self- efficacy Beliefs as a Predictor of Attitudes towards Mathematics among Secondary School Students in Laikipia County, Kenya
Author: Mbuthia Ngunjiri Laikipia University P.O. Box 1100 – 20300. Nyahururu, Kenya Author Email address: mbuthiangunjiri@gmail.com Abstract This study examined the influence of students’ self-efficacy beliefs on attitude towards mathematics of secondary school students in Laikipia County, Kenya. Cross sectional survey design was employed in the study. The target population consisted of all 8357 Form Four…
John Dewey’s Theory of Progressive Education
John Mwai Theuri*, Njuguna Waitherero** and Patrick Nyabul*** *Department of Philosophy, Catholic University of Eastern Africa, P.O. Box 62157 – 00200, Nairobi – Kenya Johnmwaitheuri@yahoo.com ** Department of Philosophy, Catholic University of Eastern Africa, P.O. Box 62157 – 00200, Nairobi – Kenya ***Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, The University of Nairobi, P.O Box 19676…
Access to Information, Personal and Social Needs as Learner Support Services in Open, Distance and E-Learning Programme in Selected Public Universities in Kenya
Authors: Laichena Mutabari and Irene Wawira Ireri Tharaka University College P.O Box 193-60215, Marimanti, Kenya E-mail: laichenabailacha92@gmail.com Abstract Rapid technological changes in education have become paramount towards meeting educational demands. The use of Information Communication Technology (ICT) has helped in bringing down the traditional barriers of access of quality education and training through Open, Distance…
The Impact of School’s Socioeconomic Status on the Academic Performance of Secondary School Students in Dar es Salam, Tanzania
Author: Manfred Mjengwa Saint Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT) P.O.Box 307, Mwanza, Tanzania mamjengwa@gmail.com Abstract The socioeconomic status of students has previously been studied as a factor that affects their academic performance. The present study gives focus to how the socioeconomic status of the school impacts the academic performance of secondary school students in Dar…
Explaining the Performance Gap between Children with Preschool Education and those Without: A case of Mauche Division, Nakuru County, Kenya
Authors: Benson Tonui and Peter Njenga Mount Kenya University, Kenya Email: bensn92@gmail.com Abstract The early years of life are the best opportunity to lay the foundations for a child’s future. By getting it right in early childhood, the society plants the seeds for tomorrow’s active pupil, productive, skilled worker, confident and loving parent.This article sought…
Event Studies in Finance: A review on the Methodological Approaches
Author: Festus Kipyego Bett Author Email: fekibe@amail.com Abstract In recent years, the most frequently used tools in financial research is event study methodology. It was initially established as a statistical tool for empirical research in finance and accounting, but it has since been applied to other disciplines as well, including political science, law, history, economics…
Status of Strategic Planning in Public Secondary Schools in Kajiado County, Kenya
Okonya Alice Getrude Atieno Department of Educational policy and Curriculum studies, Kenyatta University, P. O Box 43844-00100, Nairobi. Email: aliceokonya@gmail.com Abstract The purpose of this study was to investigate the status of strategic planning in public secondary schools in Kajiado County. The main objective that guided the study was to analyze the status of strategic…