A Study of Causes of Dropout in Primary Schools in Gichugu Division, Kirinyaga District
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Date
1987
Authors
Nderitu, C. N.
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Kenyatta University
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to find out
the factors that leads to dropout in primary
schools in Gichugu Division, Kirinyaga District.
It was my hoped that by carrying out a study of
this phenomena, ~ill have provided the readers
with insights which will stimulate more study
and serious consideration of this problem.
This will go far way in improving the education
system.
The research was carried through filling
in questionnaire by school heads and parents
of selected primary schools. Results were
analyzed and expressed in percentage and
descriptions.
The factors which were mentioned more
frequently as contributing to dropping out from
school are, of pupils, level of attainment of a
pupil, financial disability, pregnancy, early
marriage, indiscipline in school, lack of teaching
and learning materials, curriculum and undue repetition.
The study offered suggestions geared towards
reducing the dropout rate on schools. The study
also recommends areas for further research
Description
Master of Education (Primary Teacher Education), 88pg. 1987