Browsing PHD-Department of Educational Communication & Technology by Title
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Factors influencing the attitude towards technical vocational education and training in Uganda
(2013-01-22)The study sought to; establish the attitudes of Ugandans towards TVET, identify the factors responsible for the attitude to TVET, establish gender differences in those factors influencing the attitude towards TVET. Stratified ... -
Feasibility of Using Geogebra in the Teaching and Learning of Geometry Concepts in Secondary Schools in Kajiado County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2016-06)GeoGebra is a free computer application software that provides an algebra view, geometry view, spreadsheet view and an input bar. This study looked at if and how this resource can be used to enhance the teaching of Geometry ... -
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 mobile phone technologies on science students’ academic performance in selected Ghanaian public Universities
(2014)Many university students struggle a great deal in the Sciences because of complex concepts, laws, theories and models. In Ghana, the situation is not any much different. This study was designed to examine the use of mobile ... -
Influence of teacher instructional practices on students' engagement in learning physics in coeducational Secondary schools of Murang'a County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2015-11)Gender equity in enrolment and achievement in secondary school physics remains a matter of pedagogic concern. Studies carried out elsewhere in the world clearly document a myriad of reasons to account for the disparity. ... -
Influence of utilisation and design of curriculum digital content on biology instructional process among secondary schools in Nairobi County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2016-11)The quality of curriculum and curriculum support materials used by the teachers and learners affects the quality of education that is delivered during an instructional process. For many years, educational materials have ... -
Integration of assistive technology in instruction for learners with disabilities in inclusive secondary schools in Central Senatorial District Kaduna State, Nigeria
(2016-11)Learners with disabilities (LWDs) in inclusive Education (IE) settings need access to quality education just like their able peers. Accessing quality instruction is a major step to the success of their education, their ... -
Integration of information communication technologies in teaching and learning of Kiswahili language in public secondary schools in Kakamega county, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2014)Integration of technology in education is considered all over the world as a strategy of transforming the quality of education. In recent times, considerable investment in computer based Information Communication Technologies ... -
An investigation of aspects of concept formation and their representation by secondary school pupils in science
(2012-04-18)This study was concerned with the investigation of various aspects of concept formation and their representation in science as demonstrated by Kenyan secondary school pupils. Specifically, the researcher was concerned ... -
Language Teachers’ Perceptions and Practices in Enhancing Learners’ Strategy Use for Reading Proficiency in Selected Secondary Schools in Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2015)This study addresses the issue of language teaching, specifically the use of reading strategies for comprehension in secondary schools in Kenya at a time when concern is being expressed about declining reading habits in ... -
Learner competencies and proficiency in English listening comprehension in selected secondary schools in Kenya
(2011-12-01)This study aimed at measuring learners' listening comprehension proficiency in order to establish their weaknesses and strengths in this area. It also sought to analyse the listening materials learners were exposed to and ... -
Learner competencies and proficiency in English listening comprehension in Selected Secondary Schools in Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2007)This study aimed at measuring leamers' listening comprehension proficiency in order to establish their weaknesses and strengths in this area. It also sought to analyse the listening materials leamers were exposed to and ... -
Learner support systems in enhancing the delivery of distance learning programmes for in-service teacher education in Uganda: the case of Kyambogo University
(2012-03-29)The focus of this research study was on learner support systems in enhancing the delivery of distance learning programmes for in-service teacher education in Uganda: the case of Kyambogo University. The study recognizes ... -
Management Challenges Facing Kenya's Public Universities and Implications For the Quality Of Education
(2013-08-14)The quality of university education has become such a high profile issue, in the 21st century due to the changes and challenges that face the entire education system in the world. The rise in student population through ... -
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 ... -
Policy and Provision of Learning Supports and Accommodations for Students with Disabilities in Kenyan Public Universities
(Kenyatta University, 2016-10)The purpose of this study was to examine policy and provision of learning supports and accommodations for students with disabilities (SWDs) in Kenyan Public Universities. An exploratory descriptive survey design was used. ... -
Proficiency in pedagogical content knowledge in mathematics: secondary school mathematics teachers' interpretations of students' problem solving strategies in Kenya
(2011-08-02)This study investigated pedagogical content knowledge ( PCK) proficiency among mathematics teachers in Kenyan secondary schools. Levels of proficiency were established by examining teachers' interpretations of students' ... -
A psycho-cultural approach to health education
(2012-05-22)Health education was officially recognized as an important component of Primary Health Care by the World Health Organization in 1978. Over a long period of time, it has been approached from the point of view of giving ... -
Pupils' development of spatial ability in mathematics: an issue of learning environment in selected secondary schools
(2012-02-14)Critical thinking determines human activity in life and is enhanced by spatial mental processes, which also determine pupils' learning and performance in Mathematics. Any factor that interferes with the development of ... -
The readability of teaching and learning text books used for Health training programmes in the Ministry of Health in Kenya
(2011-10-27)Teaching and learning text books that are difficult to read are a hindrance to the delivery of health care services that are vital to a healthy nation. These teaching and learning text books pose problems and difficulties ...
