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Selection Perception: Views On The Theory Of Evolution Among Residents Of Moshi, Tanzania, Robin Waterman Apr 2018

Selection Perception: Views On The Theory Of Evolution Among Residents Of Moshi, Tanzania, Robin Waterman

Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection

The theory of evolution is a major tenet of biological science and has many practical applications, particularly in agriculture, medicine, and conservation. Nevertheless, there is significant opposition to the theory and its incorporation into school curricula, largely on religious grounds. This disconnect between public opinion and scientific opinion has been studied at length in the US and to some extent in other industrialized nations, but little is known about the issue in other communities around the world. This paper will use the town of Moshi, Tanzania as a case study in community views and knowledge about the theory of evolution. …

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Investigating The Relationship Between Students’ Digital Literacy And Their Attitude Towards Using Ict, Salma Jan Jan 2018

Investigating The Relationship Between Students’ Digital Literacy And Their Attitude Towards Using Ict, Salma Jan

Institute for Educational Development, Karachi

This study aimed to explore the relationship between secondary school students’ digital literacy and their attitude towards using information and communication technology in a private secondary school in Karachi, Pakistan. For this study, the data were collected through survey questionnaire using google forms. The total sample size for this study was 344 secondary school students having almost equal ratio of male and female. On bivariate correlation analysis, digital literacy was found to be associated with students’ attitude towards using information and communication technology (ICT) and other ICT related demographics. Further analysis using multiple linear regression analysis showed that digital literacy …

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School Leaders' And Educators' Perceptions Of Ignatian Identity At Jesuit Cristo Rey Schools, William Bludgus Jan 2018

School Leaders' And Educators' Perceptions Of Ignatian Identity At Jesuit Cristo Rey Schools, William Bludgus

Doctoral Dissertations

This study utilized a mixed-methods, embedded multiple-case study approach; school leaders and educators were invited to complete the study’s survey, and three in-depth interviews were conducted at each school. The six Jesuit, Cristo Rey schools in the study were those, which are solely sponsored by the Society of Jesus, and which have existed for at least eight years. The study’s survey instrument, the CRIGNIS, is an adaptation of the Jesuit Schools Network’s IGNatian Identity Survey; each item of the CRIGNIS was validated for alignment to one of the ten “distinguishing criteria” from What Makes a Jesuit High School Jesuit? (Jesuit …

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Progression Magazine, 2017 Winter, Coastal Carolina University Dec 2017

Progression Magazine, 2017 Winter, Coastal Carolina University

Progression Magazine

Magazine of the College of Science at Coastal Carolina University.

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Exploring Tutors Experiences In Teaching Local Language As A Subject In Primary Teachers Colleges (Ptcs): Case Of Ntinda Ptc In Uganda, Khaitsa Margaret Dec 2017

Exploring Tutors Experiences In Teaching Local Language As A Subject In Primary Teachers Colleges (Ptcs): Case Of Ntinda Ptc In Uganda, Khaitsa Margaret

Master of Education

This study explores tutors experiences in the teaching of local language in Primary Teachers Colleges in Uganda. The study conducted aimed at the teaching of local language in the Four Colleges in Uganda. It further looked at challenges faced by tutors in teaching of local language in PTCs. The study involved six tutors and one Deputy Principal purposely selected from the four Primary Teachers Colleges in Uganda. The same study employed qualitative approaches and exploratory case study design to collect data through observation protocol and one- on- one semi-structured interviews. The findings show that tutors teach local language in English …

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Using Stories In Teaching Mathematics In Lower Primary One Class In A Public Primary School In Pallisa Uganda., Aber Jane Dec 2017

Using Stories In Teaching Mathematics In Lower Primary One Class In A Public Primary School In Pallisa Uganda., Aber Jane

Master of Education

This collaborative action research was conducted to examine the extend to which teachers use stories in teaching mathematics in lower primary one class, and the challenges they face when using stories in order to seek possible ways of using stories to teach all the themes in mathematics strand to enhance acquisition of numeracy skills by the children. The study was carried out in a conveniently selected public primary school in Pallisa Uganda from 11th of September to 6th of October 2017. The lower primary one class was purposefully selected and the participants were two teachers teaching the primary one class. …

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The Roles Of School Management Committee In School Improvement: The Case Of Public Secondary School In Zanzibar, Nassor Mzee Juma Dec 2017

The Roles Of School Management Committee In School Improvement: The Case Of Public Secondary School In Zanzibar, Nassor Mzee Juma

Master of Education

The School Management Committees (SMCs) were introduced with the aim of improving educational management through the involvement of parents in schools. Its introduction based on the idea that in order to realize the goals of acquiring quality education and bringing about school improvement there was a need for active participation of the entire community. This study explored the roles SMC plays for school improvement. The study employed a qualitative research approach with a case study design in one of the secondary school in Zanzibar. Multiple data collection methods, namely, semi-structured interview, focus group discussion and document analysis were used to …

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Investigating Parental Involvement In Their Childrens Education In A Government Aided Secondary School In Maracha Uganda, Alesi Judith Dec 2017

Investigating Parental Involvement In Their Childrens Education In A Government Aided Secondary School In Maracha Uganda, Alesi Judith

Master of Education

The concept of parental involvement in their children‟s education has been core in enhancing students‟ academic performance and life in general regardless of their socio economic background. Families provide the base upon which the learners are supported in their social, moral, financial, psychological and academic growth which ushers them into great achievements. This study therefore aimed at investigating parental involvement in their children‟s education in a rural secondary school where most parents are of low socio economic status, and how they offer their support both at school and at home. Based on the context of the study, we should acknowledge …

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Investigating Approaches That Inform Methods Teachers Use While Teaching Essay Writing – A Case Of A Public Secondary School In Taita-Taveta County, Kenya., Audrey Rita Shiyayo Osore Dec 2017

Investigating Approaches That Inform Methods Teachers Use While Teaching Essay Writing – A Case Of A Public Secondary School In Taita-Taveta County, Kenya., Audrey Rita Shiyayo Osore

Master of Education

Writing is a complex language skill that influences the process of thinking and learning. Essay writing has a significant impact on the achievement of students not only in English but also other subjects that are examined in English. Teachers of English have a pivotal role in effective development of essay writing skills among students. Literature shows teachers’ knowledge and skills in integrating the strengths of product, process and genre approaches to teaching writing skills is indispensable in nurturing competent essay writers. That is why this study sought to find out what approaches informed methods teachers used while teaching essay writing. …

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Investigating The Use Of Multimodality To Promote Literacy Development In Early Years In Kenya, Naomi Muthoni Murungi Dec 2017

Investigating The Use Of Multimodality To Promote Literacy Development In Early Years In Kenya, Naomi Muthoni Murungi

Master of Education

Literacy development in early years of children’s learning is very important because it determines success or failure in their future literacy learning. Young children need to be guided into new dimensions in communication and meaning making processes that promote their literacy development. Multimodality is believed to be one such approach that can be used by teachers to achieve this goal because, it draws its strength on the socio-cultural nature of literacy that recognizes the importance of children’s funds of knowledge-the knowledge and skills that children bring from their homes and community. In this study, I sought to find out whether …

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Examining Techniques Of Teaching Mathematics To Visually Impaired Pupils In Inclusive Classroom: The Case Of Juakali Primary School In West Nile Region, Uganda., Dranduga Augustus Dec 2017

Examining Techniques Of Teaching Mathematics To Visually Impaired Pupils In Inclusive Classroom: The Case Of Juakali Primary School In West Nile Region, Uganda., Dranduga Augustus

Master of Education

The purpose of the study was to examine the effectiveness of techniques of teaching mathematics to visually impaired pupils in inclusive classroom. Basing on the findings of the study recommendations have been forwarded to stake holders of schools including mathematics teachers, the school administration, the district education officers, teacher training colleges and curriculum developers. The study employed qualitative case study design. The data collection methods were interviews, focus group discussion and observation. Purposive sampling techniques was used to sample the 13 participants of the study. Qualitative data were coded, the codes were collapsed basing on emerging concepts so as to …

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The Integration Of Learners With Emotional And Behavioural Difficulties In Mainstream Primary School Curriculum: An Examination Of Teachers And Teaching Challenges In Mombasa County, Kenya, Kennedy Chege Njuguna Dec 2017

The Integration Of Learners With Emotional And Behavioural Difficulties In Mainstream Primary School Curriculum: An Examination Of Teachers And Teaching Challenges In Mombasa County, Kenya, Kennedy Chege Njuguna

Master of Education

The study was conducted to investigate the integration of Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) learners in mainstream primary schools curriculum in Mombasa County in Kenya with focus on the examination of teachers practice and teaching challenges. The study has reviewed Kenya’s milestones in realising the Millennium Development Goals and the Education for All goals with regard to the integration of learners with EBD in mainstream curriculum and the educational provision for children with EBD in Kenya. A case study design involving a mainstream school was adopted. Data was collected using interviews, observations and document analysis, which was then systematically coded …

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Investigation Of Procedures Of Assessment Used For Preprimary Children - Moshi Municipality, Tanzania, Laurent Festo Manyono Dec 2017

Investigation Of Procedures Of Assessment Used For Preprimary Children - Moshi Municipality, Tanzania, Laurent Festo Manyono

Master of Education

Assessment in preprimary school is one of the most important components in education to promote teaching and learning in schools. This study focuses on procedures of assessment used for preprimary children in Moshi municipality. In chapter one there is background, rationale, research questions, statement of the problem, delimitation, limitation and conclusion. However, the study was guided by the three research questions which were reflected throughout the literature review. Qualitative method was employed to collect data in three preprimary classes under primary schools in Moshi municipality where semi-structured interview and document analysis were the main instruments complemented by observation. Thus, data …

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Secondary School Mathematics Teachers’ Utilization Of Professional Development Programs In Kenya, Josephine Kerubo Nthiwa Dec 2017

Secondary School Mathematics Teachers’ Utilization Of Professional Development Programs In Kenya, Josephine Kerubo Nthiwa

Master of Education

The role of professional development is to provide teachers with knowledge and skills to improve both instructional strategies and learning outcomes in terms of examination results. Although secondary school mathematics teachers in Kenya have attended professional development (IN-SET) in SMASSE and other programs, the examination results in mathematics at the KCSE has not significantly improved. This study explored how teachers of mathematics in secondary schools utilise knowledge and skills gained in professional development programs (PD) in the teaching and learning process and the challenges that hinder effective implementation of the strategies gained. The study sought for evidence that PD gains …

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Use Of Multimedia In The Teaching And Learning Of Poetry In English In A Public Secondary, School In Migori County, Kenya: An Action Research, Monica A. Odhiambo Dec 2017

Use Of Multimedia In The Teaching And Learning Of Poetry In English In A Public Secondary, School In Migori County, Kenya: An Action Research, Monica A. Odhiambo

Master of Education

The modern technological innovations are reshaping the educational landscape, influencing the pedagogical practices in today’s classrooms. In the 21st century, it is irrelevant to insist on conventional methods of teaching, which perpetuate teacher-centered pedagogy and use of print-based materials as the primary resources to facilitate the teaching and learning process. Consequently, teachers are rethinking the way they should teach vis-a-vis the way their students should learn. Multimedia has become one of the popular technological tools used to improve the teaching and learning process. The use of multimedia presentations offer students differentiated avenues to access curriculum content in their own preferred …

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Exploring Use Of Teaching Aids In The Teaching And Learning Of Mathematics In Secondary Schools In Uganda Maracha District, Badaru Florence Dec 2017

Exploring Use Of Teaching Aids In The Teaching And Learning Of Mathematics In Secondary Schools In Uganda Maracha District, Badaru Florence

Master of Education

The research to explore the use of teaching aids in the teaching and learning of mathematics in a secondary school in Uganda maracha district. The study tried to find out how secondary school teachers are using teaching aids to teach mathematics. The researcher employed a qualitative research approach and used case study research design as research methodology. The researcher used interview and focus group discussion techniques to collect data on the mentioned topic in `Yi`ba secondary school in Maracha district. From this sampled school, the researcher recruited six participants (mathematics teachers) selected purposively from the population of teachers in the …

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Exploring Mathematics Teachers’ Perceptions Of Professional Development In Tanzanian Secondary Schools: A Case Study Of Two Public Secondary Schools In Ilala Municipality In Dar Es Salaam, Tatu Selemani Irunde Dec 2017

Exploring Mathematics Teachers’ Perceptions Of Professional Development In Tanzanian Secondary Schools: A Case Study Of Two Public Secondary Schools In Ilala Municipality In Dar Es Salaam, Tatu Selemani Irunde

Master of Education

This study focused on mathematics teachers’ perceptions of professional development (PD) in Tanzanian secondary schools. The study was conducted in two public secondary schools in Ilala Municipality, in Dar es Salaam. The schools were selected purposively. The participants of this study were head teachers, academic teachers, heads of mathematics departments, and mathematics teachers. The data collection methods used in this study included interviews, surveys, focus group discussion (FGD), and document analysis. The findings of this study were analyzed qualitatively through thematic analysis. The study found out that, teachers perceived professional development as programs to improve teaching as well as continuous …

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Exploring The Implementation Of Tanzania Pre-Primary Curriculum Of 2016: A Case Study Of Nachingwea District, Tanzania, Bakari Chambo Dec 2017

Exploring The Implementation Of Tanzania Pre-Primary Curriculum Of 2016: A Case Study Of Nachingwea District, Tanzania, Bakari Chambo

Master of Education

Implementation of the 2016 pre-primary curriculum in Tanzania started in February 2017 preceded by orientation of teachers about the changes of the curriculum. The orientation was conducted by the Ministry of Education Science and Technology (MoEST) under the Tanzania Institute of Education (TIE). This qualitative case study explored the implementation of the new pre-primary curriculum in schools which implement SESEA project in Nachingwea District, in order to document the effectiveness of the trainings in equipping teachers with skills related to the implementation of the curriculum, challenges that still exist and the needed support for further improvement of Early Childhood Education …

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Teacher Leadership In Upholding Professional Ethics In Primary Schools In Abim District – Uganda, Aupe Steven Biko Dec 2017

Teacher Leadership In Upholding Professional Ethics In Primary Schools In Abim District – Uganda, Aupe Steven Biko

Master of Education

The impetus for this qualitative research project was sought to explore how teacher leadership upholds professional ethics (PEs) in government primary schools in Abim district – Uganda. The study involved 18 respondents who were mainly classroom teachers and headteachers. Overall study findings revealed that teachers understood the concept of PEs and operated within their confines to enhance the professional ethics in their duty of teaching-learning in the school environment and out in the community. The study also found out that teachers received support supervision from the headteacher, centre coordinating tutor (CCT), district inspector of schools (DIS), and district education officer …

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A Study To Explore Classroom Factors Influencing The Teaching And Learning Of Mathematics In Secondary Schools: A Case Of A Secondary School In Tanga Region Tanzania, Lola Selele Kamaghe Dec 2017

A Study To Explore Classroom Factors Influencing The Teaching And Learning Of Mathematics In Secondary Schools: A Case Of A Secondary School In Tanga Region Tanzania, Lola Selele Kamaghe

Master of Education

Mathematics has been a subject whereby much effort has been directed for a number of years for the aim of improving students‟ achievements. However the improvements seem to be catching up slowly. Efforts such as increasing the number of teachers and learning materials like books by the government have not succeeded to change the trend of performances. Although several studies have been conducted coming up with various recommendations still their implementation is a challenge. This study aims to find out what can be done in classrooms to improve achievement in mathematics. The study approach was qualitative because it aimed at …

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Utilizing Play In Developing Learning Of Numeracy Skills In Pre Primary Children In Nachingwea District, Lindi Region, Noreen Melchades Kwezi Dec 2017

Utilizing Play In Developing Learning Of Numeracy Skills In Pre Primary Children In Nachingwea District, Lindi Region, Noreen Melchades Kwezi

Master of Education

Using play in enhancing learning for pre primary children is among the major technique in teaching and learning process in early years. Children‘s understanding is enhanced through play where their way of thinking and seeing things become more active. This turns out to be more meaningful when play is utilized to develop numeracy skills in children because they develop concept of numbers, competency in various skills including mastery of mathematics. On the other hand, the findings indicate that the use of play has become a challenge in Nachingwea Preschools due to teachers’ inability to use play in their teaching practices. …

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Exploring Teachers’ Practices On Test Construction In Secondary Mathematics In Logiri Sub-County, Arua District, West Nile Region - Uganda, Munduru Janet Dec 2017

Exploring Teachers’ Practices On Test Construction In Secondary Mathematics In Logiri Sub-County, Arua District, West Nile Region - Uganda, Munduru Janet

Master of Education

This study set to explore teacher’s practices in the teaching of secondary mathematics in Logiri sub county West Nile region in Uganda East Africa. The study was guided by three major aims; thus, factors that are considered while constructing tests, principles of test construction and lastly significances and challenges of test construction in relation to available literature. Quantitative and qualitative methods were both used in the study which was limited to only one school. Various documents were analyzed like scheme of work, lesson plans, mathematics text books, UNEB past papers among others including a lesson observation. The study adopted a …

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Investigation Of Factors Influencing Scientific Literacy Among The Preschool Teacher Trainees On Practicum, Kathleen Khakasa Musungu Dec 2017

Investigation Of Factors Influencing Scientific Literacy Among The Preschool Teacher Trainees On Practicum, Kathleen Khakasa Musungu

Master of Education

The 21st Century skills and attitudes have a pertinent role in driving the global economy. Scientific literacy skills are such of these skills hence ought to be explored and achieved by every citizen. This study was set out to investigate the factors affecting the implementation of scientific literacy among the pre-school teacher trainees in a Preschool teacher preparation institute Taita Taveta County in Kenya. The concept of scientific literacy is an invaluable component to a science teacher at any level. The pre-school teacher training level was the target of the study with a special focus on the practicum. It was …

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Examining The Teaching Of Reading In Early Years Classes: Case Study Of One Government School In Mpwapwa District, Matteo Elias Mwita Dec 2017

Examining The Teaching Of Reading In Early Years Classes: Case Study Of One Government School In Mpwapwa District, Matteo Elias Mwita

Master of Education

Reading is a crucial aspect of literacy development of early classes years. Studies have shown that if the reading basics are not taught to a child at early stages it is unlikely to learn them later in life. This study sought to examine the teaching of reading in early years classes in Nguvumali Primary Shool in Mpwapwa District. It explored the methods teachers used to teach reading and their impact in enabling children to read. The study employed a qualitative case study approach. The core participants in the study were seven teachers of standard one and two who were purposively …

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Assessment Of Primary School Science Teachers’ Use Of Classroom Questioning Techniques In Shinyalu Division, Kenya, Stephen Mukabana Owade Dec 2017

Assessment Of Primary School Science Teachers’ Use Of Classroom Questioning Techniques In Shinyalu Division, Kenya, Stephen Mukabana Owade

Master of Education

Assessing science teachers’ use of questioning techniques to both teach and assess learners is an essential tool for understanding the quality of teacher-pupil interactions. There is consensus among researchers on the importance of effective questioning. There are, however, limited studies in Kenya assessing the extent to which science teachers use questioning techniques for meaningful learning. To fill this knowledge gap, a descriptive survey with a sample of 193 science teachers was conducted in Shinyalu division. The purpose of the study was to assess the use of questioning techniques by primary school science teachers. Data was collected using self-administered questionnaire and …

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Teaching And Learning Effects In The Context Of Free Education Policy In A Community Secondary School: A Case Of Moshi Municipality- Tanzania, Frank Elimringi Mshiu Dec 2017

Teaching And Learning Effects In The Context Of Free Education Policy In A Community Secondary School: A Case Of Moshi Municipality- Tanzania, Frank Elimringi Mshiu

Master of Education

In 2016, the government of Tanzania launched FEP in all public secondary schools where it paid TZS 20,000 per annum for each student in a community secondary school. This study examined teaching and learning effects in the context of FEP. The study used qualitative approach and a case study design. The study was done in one community secondary school in Moshi Municipality in Northern part of Tanzania. Data was collected from school administrators, teachers and students through semi-structured interviews, focus group discussion, observation and document analysis. Data was analyzed qualitatively by initially transcribing and identifying codes, which were later, organized …

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Integration Of Ict In Teaching And Learning Biology: A Case Study Of A Secondary School In Mvomero District, Tanzania., Jamal Hassan Mwaya Dec 2017

Integration Of Ict In Teaching And Learning Biology: A Case Study Of A Secondary School In Mvomero District, Tanzania., Jamal Hassan Mwaya

Master of Education

This study was conducted to find out how Biology teachers integrate ICT in teaching and learning activities. The plan for carrying out this study was motivated by various policies such as Education and Training Policy 1995; ICT Policy 2007, and Education Policy 2014which emphasize the integration of ICT in basic education. However, teaching and learning of Biology requires much use of technology, the information regarding to teachers if they are using ICT in teaching and learning Biology is inadequate. This qualitative research study, therefore, explored how teachers integrate ICT in teaching and learning of Biology in one of selected secondary …

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Exploring The Use Of Concrete Objects In Lower Primary Mathematics: A Case Study Of One Public Primary School In Uganda, Idraku Felix Abraham Dec 2017

Exploring The Use Of Concrete Objects In Lower Primary Mathematics: A Case Study Of One Public Primary School In Uganda, Idraku Felix Abraham

Master of Education

An approach to learning which involves play-based activities of manipulating concrete objects can provide concrete operational and sensory learning experiences for the needs of the individual learners. To make learning of mathematics interesting and effective, teachers have to engage learners in using learning aids. This qualitative case study, therefore, explored the use of concrete objects in lower primary mathematics a case study of one public primary school in Uganda. The participants of the study were three lower primary mathematics teachers and the head teacher of the school. Data was collected using interview, class observation and document analysis. Descriptive and verbatim …

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The Leadership Practices Of A Novice Head Teacher In A Public Primary School In Kenya, Peter Ochieng Okiri Dec 2017

The Leadership Practices Of A Novice Head Teacher In A Public Primary School In Kenya, Peter Ochieng Okiri

Master of Education

The general purpose of this study was to investigate the leadership practices of a novice head teacher in a public primary school in Kenya. A qualitative research approach using a case study design was employed. Purposively selected participants included a Teachers Service Commission sub county director in charge of teacher management, a novice head teacher, a deputy head teacher, four teachers and a chairperson of the school Board of Management. Data collection was through face-to-face semi-structured interviews, Focused Group Discussion with the teachers and observation of the novice head teacher as the key informant. Data from the interviews as well …

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Presentation Of Disability In English Textbooks In Secondary Schools In Kenya, Maria Waruguru Mwaura Dec 2017

Presentation Of Disability In English Textbooks In Secondary Schools In Kenya, Maria Waruguru Mwaura

Master of Education

Textbooks do not only provide a framework for language learning; they also provide information about social issues, for instance disability. This study sought to find out how disability is presented in English textbooks in secondary schools in Kenya. I adopted content analysis methods to collect and analyze data. Data collected was coded and categorized into theoretical categories. These were then analyzed and grouped into themes and presented using a descriptive narrative. Data revealed that disability is featured in a limited way in textbooks. This presentation is both positive and negative. On the positive side, characters are presented as accepting disability …

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