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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
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 …
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
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 …
Exploring The Implementation Of Tanzania Pre-Primary Curriculum Of 2016: A Case Study Of Nachingwea District, Tanzania, Bakari Chambo
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 …
Teacher Leadership In Upholding Professional Ethics In Primary Schools In Abim District – Uganda, Aupe Steven Biko
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 …
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
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 …
Utilizing Play In Developing Learning Of Numeracy Skills In Pre Primary Children In Nachingwea District, Lindi Region, Noreen Melchades Kwezi
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. …
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 …
Investigation Of Factors Influencing Scientific Literacy Among The Preschool Teacher Trainees On Practicum, Kathleen Khakasa Musungu
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 …
Examining The Teaching Of Reading In Early Years Classes: Case Study Of One Government School In Mpwapwa District, Matteo Elias Mwita
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 …
Assessment Of Primary School Science Teachers’ Use Of Classroom Questioning Techniques In Shinyalu Division, Kenya, Stephen Mukabana Owade
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 …
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
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 …
Integration Of Ict In Teaching And Learning Biology: A Case Study Of A Secondary School In Mvomero District, Tanzania., Jamal Hassan Mwaya
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 …
Exploring The Use Of Concrete Objects In Lower Primary Mathematics: A Case Study Of One Public Primary School In Uganda, Idraku Felix Abraham
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 …
The Leadership Practices Of A Novice Head Teacher In A Public Primary School In Kenya, Peter Ochieng Okiri
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 …
Presentation Of Disability In English Textbooks In Secondary Schools In Kenya, Maria Waruguru Mwaura
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 …
Investigating Teacher Educators’ Application Of Active Teaching And Learning: A Case Of Belgian - Teacher Training Education Project At A National Teachers’College In Arua, West Nile-Uganda, Drani Ronald Bileah
Investigating Teacher Educators’ Application Of Active Teaching And Learning: A Case Of Belgian - Teacher Training Education Project At A National Teachers’College In Arua, West Nile-Uganda, Drani Ronald Bileah
Master of Education
The purpose of this study was to investigate teacher educators’ application of active teaching and learning in initial teacher preparation in one NTC in Uganda. It explored how teacher educators perceived ATL, the strategies they used for engaging learners in teaching and learning and the facilitating factors and challenges as teacher educators were applying ATL. The study employed a qualitative case study with multiple data gathering methods, namely, In-depth structured face-face interview, FGD, lesson observation and document analysis with academic staff and student teachers. Purposive sampling procedure was used to select seven academic staff, one BTC staff, one library staff …
Exploring The Head Teacher’S Preparedness For The Implementation Of The Kenya Competence Based Curriculum, Cecilia Mwakisha Mganga
Exploring The Head Teacher’S Preparedness For The Implementation Of The Kenya Competence Based Curriculum, Cecilia Mwakisha Mganga
Master of Education
Kenyan public education has experienced numerous educational reforms since independence. In 2016, Kenya endorsed its decision to change its curriculum to the Kenya Competence Based Curriculum (KCBC) motivated by the need to provide every learner with globally competitive standards in the skills and knowledge that are much needed to harness the 21st century opportunities (MOEST, 2015). With each of these reforms comes the need to educate and prepare the head teacher in an effort to build capacity and understanding of the new reform expectations. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to explore the head-teacher’s preparedness for the implementation of …
Exploration Of The Enhancement Of Scientific Literacy By Nursery School Teachers: A Case Of Excel Nursery School, In Eastern Uganda., Adengo Emmanuel
Exploration Of The Enhancement Of Scientific Literacy By Nursery School Teachers: A Case Of Excel Nursery School, In Eastern Uganda., Adengo Emmanuel
Master of Education
This study investigated on the enhancement of scientific literacy (SL) by nursery school teachers in Uganda. It studied the teacher’s perception about SL, approaches used by teachers to enhance SL amongst learners and the challenges they face while promoting such approaches in the teaching and learning process. The study involved four nursery school teachers and one head teacher from a purposefully selected nursery school in Iganga Municipality, Uganda. The study engaged the qualitative research approach and case study design where by data were collected through one on one semi-structured interviews and also involved non-participatory classroom observation together with document analysis. …
Exploring Teachers Practices In The Teaching Of Composition Writing Skills, Watsulu M. Jacquline
Exploring Teachers Practices In The Teaching Of Composition Writing Skills, Watsulu M. Jacquline
Master of Education
The teaching and learning of composition writing in the rural context is a laborious task both to the learners and the teachers. This is as a result of language incompetence in English as a second language. The study aims at identifying the teaching strategies teachers in primary schools used in the teaching of composition writing and the impact of the strategies in the learners’ development of composition writing skills. The study was guided by research questions and was based on the process based genre approach of Badger and White that champions an integrated teaching approach by blending the process, product …
Exploring The Application And Importance Of Multimodality In Language And Literacy Classrooms: A Case Of A Primary School In Monduli District, Abdallah Shaban Hoza
Exploring The Application And Importance Of Multimodality In Language And Literacy Classrooms: A Case Of A Primary School In Monduli District, Abdallah Shaban Hoza
Master of Education
Modern language and literacy teaching and learning in pre- primary and lower primary classrooms becomes meaningful and successful if teachers apply multimodality to facilitate representation and communication to young learners. In this study I explored the application and importance of multimodality in language and literacy classrooms for the young children in early grades in Tanzania. The study has mainly focused on the Pre- primary class, Standard One, Two and Three as elementary levels of language and literacy learning. I made a review of literature on the application and importance of multimodality in language and literacy teaching and learning in Tanzania, …
Promotion Of Scientific Literacy In Primary Education: A Case Of A School In Taita-Taveta County, Kenya., Wamvua Andrew Mshambala
Promotion Of Scientific Literacy In Primary Education: A Case Of A School In Taita-Taveta County, Kenya., Wamvua Andrew Mshambala
Master of Education
Demands of 21st century living have rendered Scientific Literacy (SL) a more than just desired learning end in primary education worldwide. As a result, SL has become a core objective for teaching of primary science that is aimed at producing individuals capable of making choices and decisions affecting their daily lives that are based on considerations of science. However, in spite of educational professionals’ emphasis on the need for teaching for this objective, only a little fruit has been realized so far. Inadequate conception of SL, over-use of traditional teacher-centered pedagogies and low levels of motivation have partly been cited …
The Use Of Multimedia In Teaching And Learning Of Difficult Chemistry Practical Concepts, In One Secondary School In Homabay County In Kenya, Chrispine Ochieng Odindo
The Use Of Multimedia In Teaching And Learning Of Difficult Chemistry Practical Concepts, In One Secondary School In Homabay County In Kenya, Chrispine Ochieng Odindo
Master of Education
The performance of learners in science in Kenyan Secondary schools has been consistently low over the years. Chemistry being one of the science subjects has continued to perform poorly compared to the other science subjects (Biology and Physics). Practical work is important for effective learning of Chemistry. However, certain practical concepts due to their nature and their difficulty for instance being poisonous, explosive and harmful limits teachers’ ability in conducting experiment. The initial findings of this study indicated that teachers preferred approach to use in teaching and learning such concepts remains teacher-centered pedagogy which disengages students from learning. The purpose …
Exploring Pedagogical Factors In Early Years Literacy Development In Mombasa Island Sub-County: The Case Of Tawakal Primary School, Julia Kavata Munyasya
Exploring Pedagogical Factors In Early Years Literacy Development In Mombasa Island Sub-County: The Case Of Tawakal Primary School, Julia Kavata Munyasya
Master of Education
Literacy development is influenced by several factors like teacher methodology, use of resources, administrators‟ practices, parental involvement and others which are very important as this study has confirmed. In Mombasa Island, most schools enjoy adequate books, qualified teachers, favourable learning environments, reasonable teacher-child ratio and others. However, these factors do not seem to have translated to effective learning outcome. This study therefore sought to explore pedagogical factors that either enhanced or hindered literacy development in Early Years using qualitative approach and intrinsic case study. It was confirmed that single factors as outlined above could not be used to determine the …
Enhancing The Use Of Teaching And Learning Materials To Promote Numeracy In Preschools In Rural Areas In Uganda., Alice Namutamba
Enhancing The Use Of Teaching And Learning Materials To Promote Numeracy In Preschools In Rural Areas In Uganda., Alice Namutamba
Master of Education
Many studies have been carried out and established that there is limited use of teaching and learning materials (TLMs) that promote numeracy in preschools but little has been done to overcome this problem. Their findings have attributed this to the lack of funds and incompetence of the ECD teachers in the utilizing TLMs. Different of its kind, this study intended to crack the inadequate utilization of TLMs for numeracy development using low or no cost raw materials. Additionally, this study took the qualitative approach with an action research design. It used observation, interviews as well as a focus group discussion …
Exploring The Effectiveness Of Teachers’ Use Of Descriptive Feedback In The Teaching And Learning Of English Language: A Case Of A Selected Secondary School In Luwero District, Central Uganda, Akwang John Robert
Master of Education
This study investigated the effectiveness of teachers’ use of descriptive feedback in the teaching and learning of English language. Effective descriptive feedback is an invaluable means of helping students understand what they need to achieve their learning goals. Three research questions examined the nature of the teachers’ descriptive feedback practices, its importance and the factors that determined teachers’ use of descriptive feedback in their classrooms. A qualitative approach with a case study design for the study. The sample consisted of seven secondary school teachers of English language and six Senior Three students in from one secondary school in Luwero District, …
The Use Of Information And Communication Technologies (Icts) In Teaching And Learning Advanced Mathematics In Southern Tanzanian Secondary Schools: A Case Of One Secondary School, Noel Ponera
Master of Education
The ICTs policy in Tanzania was introduced in order to accelerate educational developments by the application of Information and Communication Technologies and so increase the quality of education in all levels of education. Some efforts were done to provide Information and Communication Technologies facilities to different schools so that they were exploited in academics. The aim of this study therefore was to explore the use of Information and Communication Technologies in advanced mathematics instructions in southern Tanzanian secondary schools specifically in Ruvuma region. The study looked at Calculating Devices, that is, the use of scientific calculators, computers and computer packages …
The Influence Of Head Teachers’ Predominant Leadership Styles On Students’ Learning In Public Primary Schools In Sianda Zone Kisumu Kenya: A Case Of Kasigu Primary School, Okongo Stephen Lugare
The Influence Of Head Teachers’ Predominant Leadership Styles On Students’ Learning In Public Primary Schools In Sianda Zone Kisumu Kenya: A Case Of Kasigu Primary School, Okongo Stephen Lugare
Master of Education
The main purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of the HTs’ predominant leadership styles on students’ learning in public primary schools in Sianda zone of Kisumu West Sub-county, Kisumu County. The study’s research questions were formulated to find out if there was any link between HTs’ predominant leadership styles and the students’ learning. The study adopted a mixed methods design and used interviews for the HT, teachers and parents; questionnaires for both teachers and the HT; focused group discussions (FDG) for the students’ leaders and documents analysis of the major school documents such as Board of Management …
Investigating The Impact Of Sesemat Program On Teaching Of Biology At O-Level In Uganda: A Case Of Two Secondary Schools In Arua District, Anziku Debo Phanuel
Investigating The Impact Of Sesemat Program On Teaching Of Biology At O-Level In Uganda: A Case Of Two Secondary Schools In Arua District, Anziku Debo Phanuel
Master of Education
SESEMAT is an in-service training program for teachers of science and mathematics in secondary schools in Uganda. It was introduced following the persistent poor performance of learners in the science and mathematics subjects in national examinations in the last two decades. Poor teaching methodologies were identified as one of the contributing factors leading to the poor performance. Therefore, the main objective of the program is to build the capacity of science (biology) and mathematics teachers so as to improve the teaching and learning of these subjects thereby resulting in an improved performance of learners in national examinations managed by Uganda …
Exploring Mathematics Teachers’ Practices In Supporting Learners With Mathematical Learning Difficulties: (A Case Of A Public Secondary School In Bungoma County-Kenya), Clotilda Nafula Nyongesa
Exploring Mathematics Teachers’ Practices In Supporting Learners With Mathematical Learning Difficulties: (A Case Of A Public Secondary School In Bungoma County-Kenya), Clotilda Nafula Nyongesa
Master of Education
Mathematical Learning Difficulty (MLD) is a common occurrence that affects a number of learners within classrooms. Learners with MLD exhibit profound difficulties in numeracy skills. These difficulties may be in some distinct mathematical domains and the effects spread to other subjects that may require numerical skills. Teachers‟ practices are pertinent in the intervention process from whole class teaching to support strategies targeting individual learners with MLD. This study explored mathematics teachers practices in supporting learners with MLD in a secondary school in Kenya. Research questions developed sought to find out the teachers perceptions about learners with MLD, considerations teachers made …
Exploring Student-Mothers’ Schooling Experiences On Return To Secondary School: A Case Of A Public Secondary School In Mombasa County: Research, Fridah Mukani Njeru
Exploring Student-Mothers’ Schooling Experiences On Return To Secondary School: A Case Of A Public Secondary School In Mombasa County: Research, Fridah Mukani Njeru
Master of Education
In the spirit of ensuring equity in education, Kenya introduced the re-entry policy on teenage pregnancy of 1994 to ensure girls who drop out of school due to pregnancy continue with schooling. However, there is scant literature on the subject both internationally and nationally. In addition, little is available on the experiences of the teenage girls who take advantage of the policy and re-enter secondary school following delivery. Therefore this study sought to explore schooling experiences of student-mothers after return to secondary school. The study was conducted in two public secondary schools in Mombasa Sub-County. The study employed qualitative case …