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.

Factors Associated with Pornographic Materials Use among Students in Selected Secondary Schools in Nairobi County, Kenya

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 6(1), 2019 Authors: Michael Njeru1, Solomon Nzyuko (Ph.D)2 and Stephen Ndegwa (Ph.D)3 1Department of Clinical Psychology, Daystar University P. O. Box 44400 – 00100, Nairobi – Kenya Email: njerumik2@gmail.com 2Department of Clinical Psychology, Daystar University P. O. Box 44400 – 00100, Nairobi – Kenya Email: snzyuko@daystar.ac.ke 3Department […]

Effectiveness of Constituency Bursary Funds in Enhancing Retention of Students in Secondary Schools in Manyatta Constituency, Embu County

Authors: Margery Wanjira Muriuki1 and Margaret Gikuhi2 1The Catholic University of Eastern Africa P. O Box 62157-00200, Nairobi – Kenya Email: mmuthire@yahoo.com 2Lecturer, Department of Postgraduate in Education The Catholic University of Eastern African American P. O Box 62157-00200, Nairobi – Kenya Email: gmumbim@gmail.com ABSTRACT The constituency bursary fund (CBF) was established in 1993/4 financial […]

Assessment of Teacher Awareness of Gifted Children and Resource Availability for their Learning in Regular Public Primary Schools of Mwatate Sub-County, Kenya

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 6(1), 2019 Authors: Mwangasha Matilda1 , Mary Kariuki2 and Omulema B.E.E 3 1Department of Guidance and Counseling, Egerton University 2, 3Lecturers at Egerton University, P.O. Box 536, Njoro Corresponding Author Email: wmwaki@gmail.com Abstract Among the pupils with special needs in education to be found within regular public […]

Mobile Learning Technology for National Development: Enhancing Blended Learning among Engaged Pre-Service Teachers in Osun State

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 6(1), 2019 Authors: Abanikannda Mutahir Oluwafemi1 and Ajani Adedeji Hammed2 1Department of Science, Technology, and Mathematics Education, Osun State University | Email: mo.abanikannda@uniosun.edu.ng 2Department of Educational Technology, University of Ilorin, Nigeria Email: ajaniadedejihammad@gmail.com Abstract The advent of mobile technology in the 21st century has led humans to […]

Opportunities for Faith Based Organizations in Substance Use Prevention: A Christian Perspectives

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 6(1), 2019Author: Peterson Kabugi Department of Public Affairs and Environmental Studies, Laikipia UniversityP.O. Box 1100 – 20300, Nyahururu – KenyaEmail: rkabugi09@gmail.com Abstract Despite efforts by government and non-governmental organizations across the world to reduce cases of drug and substance abuse, the prevalence of substance use among the […]

An Analysis of Characteristics and Students’ Understanding of Integrated Skills Approach in Teaching English Language in Selected Secondary Schools in Nairobi County

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 6(1), 2019 Authors: Euphrasia Mutsotso1 and Lucy Nabukonde2 1Department of Languages, Literature and Communication Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences The Catholic University of Eastern Africa P. O Box 62157, Nairobi- Kenya Email: euphmutso@gmail.com 2Department of Languages, Literature and Communication Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences The […]

Challenges Contributing to Non-Teaching of Music in Primary Schools: A Case of Three Selected Schools in Masvingo, Zimbabwe

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 6(1), 2019 Authors: Crispinah Machingura1 and Praise Zinhuku2 1Great Zimbabwe University,Lecturer, Department of Preforming and Visual Arts,P. Bag 1235, Masvingo – ZimbabweCorresponding Author E-mail: cmachingura02@gmail.com 2Great Zimbabwe University,Lecturer, Department of Preforming and Visual Arts,P. Bag 1235, Masvingo – ZimbabweCo-author Email: makuyanap@gmail.com Abstract This study explores challenges that […]

Conceptions of Classroom Assessment by Primary School English Language Subject Teachers in Tanzania

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(3), 2018 Author: Rugambuka Innocent Buberwa (PhD) Dar es Salaam University College of Education Educational Psychology and Curriculum Studies P. O. Box 2329, Dar es Salaam – Tanzania Author Email: innoruga@gmail.com Abstract: This study examined English language subject teachers’ conceptions of classroom assessment in relation to demographic […]

Effect of Technology Tools on Students’ Interest in Biology: A Survey of Osun State High Schools in Nigeria

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(3), 2018 Author: Abanikannda, Mutahir Oluwafemi (PhD) Department of Science, Technology and Mathematics Education, Faculty of Education, Osun State University, Osun State, Nigeria. Author Email: mo.abanikannda@uniosun.edu.ng  Abstract: The main purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of technology tools on Osun state high school students’ […]

Teacher Education in Values Education in Kenya: Insights from Socrates and Dewey

African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(3), 2018 Johnstone B. Musungu (Corresponding author) Department of Educational Foundations, Moi University, PO Box 3900 – 30100, Eldoret, Kenya. Email: johnstonemusungu@yahoo.com Kefa L. Simwa (PhD) Department of Educational Foundations, Moi University, PO Box 3900 – 30100, Eldoret, Kenya. John K. Chang’ach (Prof.) Department of Educational Foundations, […]