Psychological Disengagement as a Correlate of Academic Achievement among Form Three Students in Kiambu County, Kenya
| dc.contributor.author | Njuguna, Winnie Wamaitha | |
| dc.contributor.author | Olendo, Rosemary | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2024-10-09T10:16:54Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2024-10-09T10:16:54Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024 | |
| dc.description | Journal Article | |
| dc.description.abstract | This study investigated reasons that learners provide for their outcomes and whether psychological disengagement correlate with academic achievement in Lari Sub-County, Kiambu County, Kenya. The research was guided by self-worth motivation theory. A correlational research design was employed in the study. The participants were 360 (220 males and 140 females). The Intellectual Engagement Inventory scale was used. There was a significant negative correlation between psychological disengagement and academic achievement. A significant correlation between psychological disengagement and academic achievement imply that measures should be put in place to support learners become more actively engaged in the learning process. Therefore, the researcher recommended that all stakeholders in education should implement interventions and measures that support learners in adopting a healthy behavior needed for them to achieve success in their academics. | |
| dc.identifier.citation | Njuguna, W. W & Olendo, R. (2024). Psychological Disengagement as A Correlate of Academic Achievement Among Form Three Students in Kiambu County, Kenya. Journal of Popular Education in Africa. 8(5), 40 – 48. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | 2523-2800 | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://ir-library.ku.ac.ke/handle/123456789/29115 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Journal of Popular Education in Africa | |
| dc.title | Psychological Disengagement as a Correlate of Academic Achievement among Form Three Students in Kiambu County, Kenya | |
| dc.type | Article |