Browsing by Author "Adan"

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    Difficulties of learning mathematics: a case study of Wara secondary school, Hara Division, Ijara District Kenya
    (Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2009-04) Omar, Abdullah; Adan
    Considering the contributions of'mathemuties, science, and technology to today's ·world, one would have expected mounting interest in these disciplines, but the reverse seems to be the case. Indeed, there is declining interest in mathematics among the youth, and poor peiformance in exa:ninations . . It is ironical that in our pro-science and technologically oriented ·world, the youth who would take charge o.lglobal affairs in thefi1ture - the running o.f industries and the means of production, research laboratories, space technology, and international politics - are shying away from the very subjects that should adequately prepare them for such roles. The study adopted a Descriptive research design. This enhanced the researcher to obtain a better understanding of the d[fficulties and problems associated with mathematics learning and its impact on academic pet:fbrmance o.f the students in Wara secondwy school, Hara division, and fjara district. The method chosen allowed a collection o_f comprehensive and intensive data and provided an in-depth understanding of the topic under study. Information collected was analyzed and edited to create consistency and completeness. After collecting the questionnaires they were edited.for completeness and consistency across the respondents and to locate omissions. h1formation obtained.fiwn the research study was presented and analyzed using bar charts, narratives, and statisticalfigures. This report provides suggestionsfhr more effective practice in the.field olmathematics learning and measures based on the lessons learnedfi·om practical experience students and teachers in the study. It is designed.for policy makers, planners and stakeholders ·who have responsibililies in the area c~f'teaching mathematics in the country.
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    Effects of late entry to school on the academic performance of learner: case study of selected primary schools in Sacho zone, Baringo district of Kenya
    (Kampala International University, Institute of Open and Distance Learning, 2010-05) Maryan, Ahmed; Adan
    The purpose of the study was to examine the impact of late entry and learner academic performance of learners. The objectives were to establish the relationship between school late entry and academic performance of learners. The study also examined the challenges faced by teachers in handling learners who attend school at later age. The study used across -sectional survey design to analyze both quantitative and qualitative. The researcher collected data from 3 schools with a population of 200 respondents. The researcher used a questionnaire instrument, observation and interview guide to collect data. The findings indicated that majority of the learners are faced with the problem of late school entry which has greatly affected their academic performance. The findings also indicated that learners who enter school late are faced with low self esteem, low commitment, poor attitude and poor academic. The study recommended the government of Kenya to encourage learners to join school early through providing free education. The parents school should take their children to schools as early as 6 years to avoid late entry to school.