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Influence of School Contextual Dynamics on Acquisition of Reading Skills among Standard Three Pupils in Kisii County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018)Reading is the most significant basic academic skill that influences learning at all levels and other academic subjects. It is the most indispensable skill learners attain as they advance through Standard 1-3. Globally, ... -
Status of information science faculty and librarians collaboratory research in selected Kenyan universities
(Kenyatta University, 2018-07)Collaboratory research concept is close to two decades old and it entails researchers working together on research projects irrespective of their geographical location resulting in co-authored publications. Collaboratory ... -
School safety and its influence on teaching and learning processes in public secondary schools in Nairobi and Nyeri Counties, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-06)School safety is crucial for effective teaching and learning. It provides an opportunity for students to exploit and maximize their potential for learning, growth and development. An unsafe school environment; however, ... -
Influence of school physical environment on teachers’ satisfaction in selected public primary schools in Elgeyo Marakwet County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-06)A conducive working environment is critical in enhancing productivity as well as satisfaction among professionals. Primary school teachers form a vital segment of the basic education as they impart basic knowledge to ... -
Influence of instructional leadership practices on academic performance in public secondary schools in Machakos County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-07)Instructional leaders aim at improving the effectiveness of instruction in order to increase the achievement of all students. These leaders should know when, how, and why to initiate and sustain instructional change, create ... -
Influence of computer aided instruction on students’ achievement, self-efficacy and collaborative skills in chemistry in secondary schools of Tharaka-Nithi County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-01)The study investigated how the use of Computer Aided Instruction (CAI) affects students’ achievement, self-efficacy and collaborative skills in learning Chemistry when compared with the use of Conventional Instructional ... -
Influence of child labour on access to education of children with disabilities in Samburu County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2017-12)This study sought to find out the influence of child labour on access to education of children with disabilities. It is widely acknowledged that child labour is detrimental to children’s school attendance, participation ... -
Exploring Enabling Interventions for Increasing Female Students’ Access and Participation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (Stem) Disciplines in Kenyan Public Universities
(Kenyatta University, 2016)Globally, studies continue to document disparities in women’s access and participation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines in the universities. In developing countries such as Kenya, such ... -
Evaluation of development and implementation of individualized educational programme by teachers of learners with intellectual disabilities in Kisumu and Nairobi Counties, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-05)This was a descriptive study which sought to evaluate the development and implementation of individualised educational programme by teachers of learners with intellectual disabilities in special schools and units in ... -
Academic self-concept, motivation and resilience as predictors of mathematics achievement among secondary school students in nairobi county, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-06)Teachers’ participation in the management of change has been highlighted as a significant contributor to teacher motivation. The purpose of this study was to establish the level of teachers’ participation in management ... -
Effects of mainstreaming learners with communication disability and their effects on educational performance in public primary schools in Kericho County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-05)This study sought to establish communication disability and their effects on educational performance of learners in mainstreamed public primary schools in Kericho County, Kenya. The study was guided by five objectives, ... -
Effect of multiple roles on persistence of female students in distance education programmes in selected public universities in ghana
(Kenyatta University, 2018-03)Distance education has become more acceptable among many female students globally due to its convenience, flexibility and technological transformation in the teaching and learning modalities. In spite of the favourable ... -
Determinants of use of informal settlement community libraries by children in selected informal settlements in Nairobi County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-07)The existence of libraries in Africa goes back to the colonial period. A number of African nations have legislated the establishment of national libraries through Acts of parliaments. From such legislation, the Kenya ... -
Determinants of children’s readiness for grade one, in Kisii Central Sub-County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-05)ABSTRACT School readiness is a joint obligation between the family, school, and community. However, debates of readiness do not always consider the roles that families, school and child factors can and do play in supporting ... -
Academic self-concept, motivation and resilience as predictors of mathematics achievement among secondary school students in nairobi county, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-03)ABSTRACT Mathematics is considered a key foundation for scientific knowledge required for the development of any nation. Poor mathematics achievement has been reported nationally. The purpose of this study was to establish ...
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Influence of School Contextual Dynamics on Acquisition of Reading Skills among Standard Three Pupils in Kisii County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018)Reading is the most significant basic academic skill that influences learning at all levels and other academic subjects. It is the most indispensable skill learners attain as they advance through Standard 1-3. Globally, ... -
Status of information science faculty and librarians collaboratory research in selected Kenyan universities
(Kenyatta University, 2018-07)Collaboratory research concept is close to two decades old and it entails researchers working together on research projects irrespective of their geographical location resulting in co-authored publications. Collaboratory ... -
School safety and its influence on teaching and learning processes in public secondary schools in Nairobi and Nyeri Counties, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-06)School safety is crucial for effective teaching and learning. It provides an opportunity for students to exploit and maximize their potential for learning, growth and development. An unsafe school environment; however, ... -
Influence of school physical environment on teachers’ satisfaction in selected public primary schools in Elgeyo Marakwet County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-06)A conducive working environment is critical in enhancing productivity as well as satisfaction among professionals. Primary school teachers form a vital segment of the basic education as they impart basic knowledge to ... -
Influence of instructional leadership practices on academic performance in public secondary schools in Machakos County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-07)Instructional leaders aim at improving the effectiveness of instruction in order to increase the achievement of all students. These leaders should know when, how, and why to initiate and sustain instructional change, create ... -
Influence of computer aided instruction on students’ achievement, self-efficacy and collaborative skills in chemistry in secondary schools of Tharaka-Nithi County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-01)The study investigated how the use of Computer Aided Instruction (CAI) affects students’ achievement, self-efficacy and collaborative skills in learning Chemistry when compared with the use of Conventional Instructional ... -
Influence of child labour on access to education of children with disabilities in Samburu County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2017-12)This study sought to find out the influence of child labour on access to education of children with disabilities. It is widely acknowledged that child labour is detrimental to children’s school attendance, participation ... -
Exploring Enabling Interventions for Increasing Female Students’ Access and Participation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (Stem) Disciplines in Kenyan Public Universities
(Kenyatta University, 2016)Globally, studies continue to document disparities in women’s access and participation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines in the universities. In developing countries such as Kenya, such ... -
Evaluation of development and implementation of individualized educational programme by teachers of learners with intellectual disabilities in Kisumu and Nairobi Counties, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-05)This was a descriptive study which sought to evaluate the development and implementation of individualised educational programme by teachers of learners with intellectual disabilities in special schools and units in ... -
Academic self-concept, motivation and resilience as predictors of mathematics achievement among secondary school students in nairobi county, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-06)Teachers’ participation in the management of change has been highlighted as a significant contributor to teacher motivation. The purpose of this study was to establish the level of teachers’ participation in management ... -
Effects of mainstreaming learners with communication disability and their effects on educational performance in public primary schools in Kericho County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-05)This study sought to establish communication disability and their effects on educational performance of learners in mainstreamed public primary schools in Kericho County, Kenya. The study was guided by five objectives, ... -
Effect of multiple roles on persistence of female students in distance education programmes in selected public universities in ghana
(Kenyatta University, 2018-03)Distance education has become more acceptable among many female students globally due to its convenience, flexibility and technological transformation in the teaching and learning modalities. In spite of the favourable ... -
Determinants of use of informal settlement community libraries by children in selected informal settlements in Nairobi County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-07)The existence of libraries in Africa goes back to the colonial period. A number of African nations have legislated the establishment of national libraries through Acts of parliaments. From such legislation, the Kenya ... -
Determinants of children’s readiness for grade one, in Kisii Central Sub-County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-05)ABSTRACT School readiness is a joint obligation between the family, school, and community. However, debates of readiness do not always consider the roles that families, school and child factors can and do play in supporting ... -
Academic self-concept, motivation and resilience as predictors of mathematics achievement among secondary school students in nairobi county, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2018-03)ABSTRACT Mathematics is considered a key foundation for scientific knowledge required for the development of any nation. Poor mathematics achievement has been reported nationally. The purpose of this study was to establish ... -
Tutors’ Perceptions and Use of Multimedia Computer Laboratories in Selected Public Primary Teacher Training Colleges in Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2017-10)Teacher training has over the years used chalk and talk as the main delivery method but in the recent past, it has attempted to integrate new approaches such as the use of Computer Technology (CT). Towards this end, the ... -
Home literacy environment and development of early literacy abilities of 3-4 year-old children in Kakamega Central Sub County, Kenya
(2017-11)Literacy development is a multiplex process that begins at birth, continues throughout life and is fostered through stimulating interactions within two instructional environments. Home is the first primary literacy resource ... -
An assessment of the performance of public record centres in facilitating proper records management practices in public offices in Kenya
(2017-09)Public record centres in Kenya are charged with ensuring proper record management practices by advising public offices on records creation, maintenance, use, appraisal and disposal, in order to achieve efficient, transparent ... -
Role of media in disseminating Luyia indigenous knowledge for socio-economic development: the case of West Fm Radio, Western Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2016-10)The study focused on the role of media in disseminating Indigenous Knowledge (IK) for socio-economic development. The media station narrowed on is the West FM Radio in Bungoma whose broadcast covers Western Kenya and some ... -
Personal, family and school factors as correlates of achievement motivation among form two students in Nairobi County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2017-03)Poor achievement motivation among learners at secondary school level may explain the dismal performance of many candidates in national examinations. Poor performance leads to loss of rewarding opportunities for the individual ...
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