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…
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.
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,…
A Review of Students’ Admission Policies for Quality Assurance and Quality Education in Kenyan Universities
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(3), 2018 Author: Jane Kemunto Nyabuti University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, PO Box 2500, Eldoret, Kenya E-mail of the Author: jane.kemunto66@gmail.com Abstract: This paper is a review to identify policy interventions that improve education quality. Ultimately, the review is focused on effectiveness of student admission policies in…
A Review of the Coping Strategies used by Male and Female Open and Distance Learning Students
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(3), 2018 Author: Michael M. Kimotho The Catholic University of Eastern Africa, P.O. Box 62157 – 00200, Nairobi – Kenya. Corresponding Author E-mail: kimothousa@gmail.com Abstract: The paper focuses on examining and analyzing the coping strategies employed by male and female students in overcoming the challenges they experience…
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Volume 5, 2018
The 2018 volume of the African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences brings to light critical issues shaping education and social systems across Africa. The articles in this issue address pressing challenges in education access, urban development, environmental impact, and the role of family structures, offering insightful perspectives and evidence-based solutions. Through these studies,…
Literary Strategies in Yvonne Owuor’s Dust and Meja Mwangi’s The Last Plague
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 5(2), 2018 Gladys Gesare Oirere Department of Literature Language and Communication (LLC) The Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Langata, Nairobi Email: gladysgesare@yahoo.co.uk Selline Oketch (PhD) The Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Langata, Nairobi Lucy NabuKonde (PhD) The Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Langata, Nairobi Abstract: A few works…