Browsing PHD-Department of Educational Foundations by Issue Date
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The limitation to equalization in primary education: a case study of Bungoma district
(2012-06-15)The parameter of the discussion of the background of the study and the literature reviewed revolved around Equity Criteria. It was observed that many of the present apparent inequalities in primary education originated ... -
The contributions of affirmative strategies to widening access to universities for students from Kenya’s Asal regions
(2013-08-12)This study explored the contributions of affirmative action as an institutional intervention to widen access for students from Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) regions to universities in Kenya. The study also investigated ... -
Towards a national philosophy of education: A conceptual analysis of the philosophical foundations of the Kenyan education system
(2013-08-12)This study seeks to establish whether Kenyan education system is governed by a specific philosophy of education, and, if such a philosophy indeed exists, whether it is being implemented. In order to do this, it studies ... -
Gender and HIV/AIDS Education in The Multicultural Context of Schools in Kakuma Refugee Camp and Its Host Community in Kenya
(2013-08-15)This qualitative case study sought to investigate how gender, multicultural and multi-religious factors influenced the teaching and learning of HIV/AIDS education in refugee schools. A total of 3 primary schools from Kakuma ... -
Continuing professional development for secondary school teachers in Kenya; policies, trends and practices: a case of Kirinyaga District
(2013-09-05)The objective of this study was to explore and analyse the policies, trends and practices that influence secondary school teachers‟ participation in Continuing Professional Development (CPD). In the current educational ... -
The effects of drug abuse in secondary schools: the case of Ijara and Garissa districts of North Eastern province, Kenya
(2013-11-25)This thesis investigated the effect of drug abuse in secondary schools in Garissa andljara districts of North Eastern Province, Kenya. The research problem emanatedfrom the concern that drug abuse has remained a serious ... -
Contributions of school health education in promoting heal thy lifestyles in Kenya: case studies of primary schools in Nairobi county
(2014)A healthy lifestyle is an enviable ingredient in one's life due to the unending benefits that it enables one to acquire and enjoy in life. These benefits include leading a healthy and productive life free from non-communicable ... -
The phenomenon of student violence in the context of student unrest in Kenyan secondary schools
(Kenyatta University, 2014)There have been perennial occurrences of student unrest often resulting in frequent destruction of school property and loss of life despite the various efforts made to address this phenomenon. This study was designed to ... -
Mentoring and Academic Advising Needs of Institutional Based Students in Kenyatta University
(2014-02-24)Mentoring and Academic Advising (MAA) are interventions used in Education Institutions to improve the quality of students‘ academic life and learning outcomes. In higher education institutions, MAA services target improving ... -
Instructional Needs and Their Use in Preservice Training in Polytechnics in Isiolo, Meru, Embu and Machakos Counties, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2015)The desire to expand education to all as an investment for economic and human resource development has been reinforced by several studies in the field of educational economics. In least developing countries, large numbers ... -
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 ... -
The Quality of Pre-Service Primary School Teacher Education in Tanzania: An Investigation into Policies and Practices
(Kenyatta University, 2018)This study investigated the quality of pre-service primary teacher education in Tanzania and determined the extent to which policies and practices affect the quality of pre-service primary teacher education. The research ... -
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 ... -
Academic Staffing and Implication on the Quality of Bachelor of Education Program in Selected Public Universities in Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2019-06)The preparedness of graduates from Kenyan universities has raised questions in the job market. For instance, a large percent of graduates are believed to be unfit for the teaching jobs. In this regard, this study intended ... -
Inclusive Education and Provision of Quality Education for Children with Special Educational Needs in Public Primary Schools in Bauchi, Nigeria
(Kenyatta University, 2019-11)The purpose of the study was to investigate the status of inclusive education and provision of quality education in public primary schools in Bauchi state. The study was conducted in eight public primary schools in Bauchi. ... -
Internationalisation Practices and Their Implications on Provision of Quality Academic Programmes in Public and Private Universities in Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2019-11)Research on the role of internationalisation to the growth and development of higher education has steadily grown over the past decades. However, there is limited knowledge on the understanding of the process of ... -
Drug and Substance Abuse and Their Effects on Girls’ Academic Performance in Secondary Schools in Nakuru County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2020)Secondary school education is an important stage in the educational cycle of a child because it is the foundation for further education, training and work. Despite the importance of this level of education, girls‟ academic ... -
Contribution of the German Neukirchen Mission in the Establishment of Western Education in Tana River County, Kenya 1885 - 1986
(Kenyatta University, 2020-05)The study examined the contribution of the German Neukirchen Mission (GNM) in the establishment of Western education in Tana River County, Kenya 1885 to 1986.Western education and Christianity in Africa were introduced by ... -
Peace Education and its Contribution to Peaceful Coexistence among Students in Public Secondary Schools in Nairobi City County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2020-10)There has been an upsurge of school violence (SV) in public secondary schools in Kenya despite numerous efforts to find a sustainable solution. This study therefore investigated the contribution of peace education (PE) ... -
Cyber Dating Abuse and Undergraduate Students’ Academic Engagement in Selected Universities in Nairobi City County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2021)The purpose of this study was to establish the influence of Cyber Dating Abuse (CDA) on the academic engagement of undergraduate students. The objectives of the study were: to establish the students’ perception of CDA; ...
