Browsing Doctor of Philosophy Theses and Dissertations(PHD) by Title
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Objective correlates of subjective features of the speech event with pre-and post-speech evaluations across professional, nonprofessional, and experienced professional judge groups
(2012-06-05)Purpose: 1) To determine the value of professional training and experience on the pre- and post-speech evaluation of the four subjective features: understandability, fluency, complexity, and accuracy. 2) To determine ... -
Occurrence, antibiotics and disinfectants resistance of extended spectrum β-lactamases producing e. Coli and k. Pneumonia and the genes encoding for the resistance in Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-05)Extended spectrum beta lactamases (ESBLs) are enzymes that mediate resistance to β-lactam antibiotics by opening the beta-lactam ring of penicillin derived antibiotics, and other family of antibiotics, rendering them ... -
On the spectrum of the cesaro operator
(2012-05-24)This thesis consists of four chapters. In chapter one, we determine the most general continuous linear functional f X, where X is any semiconservative BK-space with +) as its ... -
Optimization of in vitro regeneration and genetic transformation protocol for selected banana and plantain (Musa spp.) Cultivars and generation of transgenic banana resistant to bacterial xanthomonas wilt
(Kenyatta University, 2016-04)Banana and plantain (Musa spp.) are important staple food crops for rural and urban consumers and provide a source of income for resource poor farmers in the humid tropics of sub-Saharan Africa. However, banana production ... -
Optimization of semio-chemicals for savannah tsetse control through 'push','pull' and 'push-pull' tactics in Kenya
(2011-12-20)A synthetic repellent for savannah tsetse (2-methoxy-4-methylphenol), which is a synthetic analogue of a mild natural repellent (2-methoxyphenol), found in the body odours of tsetse bovid hosts was recently identified. ... -
Organizational barriers and coping strategies Influencing female mobility in management of Secondary schools in Meru, Machakos and Isiolo Counties, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2015)The issue of women under-representation in management posrtions in all sectors including education has aroused scholarly interest globally in recent times. Statistics from the Teachers Service Commission of Kenya (2010) ... -
Organizational resources and performance of mobile phone companies in Kenya.
(Kenyatta University, 2015-11)A firm‟s performance is a function of how well managers build the organizations around the resources and capabilities within their reach. Resource Based View regards a firm‟s specific resources as the fundamental source ... -
Out-of-pocket expenditures, equity in maternal health care utilisation and health outcomes in Nigeria
(Kenyatta University, 2016-11)Health is a highly valued asset and a prerequisite for productive activities. This is because poor health limits the production capacities of the affected person and their ability to enjoy the good things of life. To ... -
Out-Of-Pocket Payment for Healthcare and Its Effects on Household Welfare in Rural and Urban Areas of Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2017-06)Good health plays an important role in boosting economic growth, poverty reduction and the realization of social goals. However, the Survey of Health Care Utilisation and Expenditure of 2013 found that the high cost of ... -
Parent-teacher partnerships for enhancing pre-school children's education in Uasin Gichu district, Kenya
(2011-08-03)The Kenyan Government in her partnership policy intends to promote the relationship between parents, teachers and the community in enhancing children's education. This will be possible if: First, parent-teacher partnerships ... -
Parental Involvement and Strategies Used by Teachers in Supporting Children’s Transition from Pre-Primary to Primary School in Kiambu County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2016-04)Early Childhood Education marks a transition phase between home and primary school, and is a major milestone to children, parents, and teachers. This phase is described as one of the major challenges children have to face ... -
Parental involvement in primary standard three pupils’ reading at home in Igembe south constituency, Meru county, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2014)Parents and schools play a fundamental role in assisting children to develop literacy skills. Studies internationally have proved that parental involvement in their children’s reading has a positive effect on children’s ... -
Parents' involvement in management of secondary schools in Kenya: a study of Busia and Uaisn Gishu
(2012-01-03)The purpose of this study was threefold: (1) To assess the extent of parents' involvement in secondary school management. (2) To identify effects of increased parents' involvement on the managerial functioning of head ... -
Parents’ participation in the boy-childs’ education: A case of class three children in Nyeri County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2016-09)Reviewed literature indicates that parents, as the first teachers of their children, influence performance in children’s education especially when fathers are positively involved. Parents are the significant others from ... -
Participation in microfinance and its effects on household welfare and performance of micro and small enterprises in Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018)The development of microfinance in Kenya is seen as a catalyst for promoting household welfare and performance of micro and small enterprises (MSEs). Through various policy frameworks, the sub-sector has recorded considerable ... -
Participation of Men and Women in Fisheries Value Chain in Nairobi City County
(Kenyatta University, 2016-06)This study sought to establish the status of men and women in the entrepreneurial fisheries activities in Kenya. The study focused specifically in Nairobi City County, and was guided by the following objectives, namely; ... -
Paternal involvement in children's education: An implication of children's performance at preschool in Gucha District Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2009-10)Extensive research exists on the importance of parental involvement in children's education, yet relatively few studies have examined the individual contributions that mothers and fathers make to their children's schooling. ... -
Paternal involvement in children's education: an implication of children's performance at preschool in Gucha District, Kenya
(2012-02-16)Extensive research exists on the importance of parental involvement in children's education, yet relatively few studies have examined the individual contributions that mothers and fathers make to their children's schooling. ... -
Pathogenesis and immune responses in newborn African green monkeys Cercopithecus aethiops inoculated with simian immunodeficiency virus
(2012-02-13)The World Health Organization estimated that 300 - 500 million cases of malaria are reported annually with 90% being from Africa. In search for sustainable malaria control measures studies have shown that the use of ... -
Pattern Drafting and Free-Hand Cutting Skills Acquisition by Informal Dressmakers and Tailors and Their Apprentices in Koforidua, Ghana
(Kenyatta University, 2018-11)Apparel can be made using various methods and processes. Among these methods are pattern drafting and free-hand cutting. The method used could determine the appearance, and how well apparel fits on a figure. Clients now ...
