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    Hearing impairment and academic performance of learners in regular schools in Mathira Division, Nairobi-Kenya
    (Kampala International University; College of Education Open and Distance Learning, 2009-08) Nduta, Anne I.
    The researcher was investigating the impact of hearing impairment on academic performance where qualitative approach, which explores traits and situations was used. The study was carried out in Mathira Division of Nyeri District, Kenya where four schools were sampled. There were: Kiamabara, Tumutumu, Ngunguru and Karatina Primary Schools. The data collection took about a month where fifteen questionnaires were returned in a sample population of about 20 teachers. The researcher used questionnaires as instruments of collecting data. From the study findings the researcher recommended that teachers have to be equipped with necessary skills. Knowledge and attitudes in order to effectively handle learners with hearing impairment with a sole aim of improving their performance. From these findings, it is clear that learners with hearing impairment can do well if given the proper support.