Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood and Primary Education

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Problems faced by nursery schools in Owimbi Zone, Bondo District, Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2007-08) Assilah, John; Jack
The aim of this research was to investigate the problems faced by nursery schools in Owimbi zone, Bonda district Kenya. A number of nursery schools have come up to cater for children and this is so because of the realization of the importance of nursery education. However these schools are faced with a lot of problems. The specific objectives of the study were to determine the relationship between the development of a country and nursery education and to show how other stake holders can reduce these problems. The study employed Qualitative and Quantitative design. Findings of the study reveal that nursery schools have a lot of problems which include unsafe environment, lack of feeding programs, lack of instructional materials and lack of government regulation. The study gave the following recommendations; There's need for government to take into consideration the problems of the nursery and respond to them. The government should be responsible for making the curriculum that is suitable for the children and should make sure they supervise them to ensure quality. The parents should work hand in hand with the teachers and the school heads for the smooth running of the school for example feeding programs can be planned with the parents. The parents should also make sure their children are escorted to school to avoid accidents. Basing on the study it can be concluded that nursery schools are faced with many challenges which need immediate attention.
The impact of transition from pre-primary to lower primary on learning in Wandiege primary school
(Kampala International University, school of education, 2007-11) Odhiambo Odhiambo, Wilfred Chore
The main aim of the study was to find out the impact of transition from pre primary to lower primary on learning in Wandiege Primary school. The study used 16 teachers of Wandiege Primary school as subjects. From the study it was found that there was a sic~a tificant impact of transition from pre-primary to lower primary on learning in Wandiege Primary school: This project is made up of five chapters. Chapter one deals with the introductory part of the research. It talks about the background of the study, the theory, hypothesis, objectives and significance of the study. This is the chapter that gives the real foundation of the study. Chapter two is literature review. It gives an insight into different views of authors trying to highlight on transition from pre primary to lower primary. Specifically, this chapter talks about the challenges of transition, disparities, causes of absenteeism, factors aiding proper transition and finally the impact of transition on learning. Chapter three deals with the research methodology. It includes design, environment, respondents, instruments, data collection procedures and statistical treatment of data. It specifies how the data was collected and analyzed to come up with concussions. Chapter four is a presentation of the data from the field. It deals with the analysis and interpretation, whereas chapter five deals with discussions, recommendations and conclusions.
Effects of feeding program on enrolment and performance in pre-schools, Kobiero Location; Palazone, Rachuonyo District Kenya
(Kampala International University(KIU), 2008) Owenga, Enosh Ayiemba
The impact of early childhood development among pupils at primary school level in kabernet zone Baringo district Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education Open and Distance Learning, 2008-04) Kiptukyo, Rhoda
This study set out to establish the impact of early childhood development education on learning among primary school pupils of Kabamet Zone in Baringo district, Kenya, using a cross sectional survey design. It was carried out in seven primary schools of AIC Visa Oshwal, Kaptimbor, Seguton, Ketindui, Mumol, Kapkut, Kapcherebet, Turkuo and Y emo all in Kabamet Zone, Baringo District, Rift Valley Province Kenya. Purposive Random sampling technique was employed to choose 43 teachers and seven head teachers of the seven primary schools targeted in the study, a total number of 50 respondents. A self made questionnaire was used to collect data. SPSS data processor was used to analyze the data and frequency counts and relative frequencies were the statistical tools used in analysis and interpretation of data. The findings indicate that there are very few pupils who completed ECD (86 or 12 in each school), around 127 (18 average) did not completely attend ECD and 135 attended only top class ofECD. The study also found out that ECD has a significant impact on the school and academic abilities of pupils. Pupils who completed ECD score very well or well in simple arithmetic's (41/50), ability to make simple sentences in English (40/50), ability to read out the alphabet (40/50), ability to count double digit numbers (36/50), ability to identify and name types of animals (18/50), ability to identify and name common objects (14/50) and ability to socialize and interact with other pupils (24/50). The number of pupils who attended tip class only for ECD and perform well or very well is small than the number of pupils who completed ECD (see table 4.2b). All pupils who did not attend ECD were either rated as average or poor and none was rated as well or very well. The biggest hindrance to ECD is inadequate funding according to 68% teachers and yet private ECD centres are so expensive. The researcher concluded that ECD has a significant impact on pupils academic and school abilities as a whole and more so on pupil's ability to socialize and interact with other pupils. It is also concluded that the most important hindrances of ECD are inadequate funding and facilitation. The research recommends that the government should come out with a policy to streamline and guide ECD education, in which the government should provide sufficient funds to all ECD centres, force the private ECD centres to reduce their fees and make it compulsory for all pupils to attend ECD education in addition to sensitizing teachers and parents about its importance.
Learning capabilities of mentally challenged children in Meru South District Kenya
(Kampala International University.College of Education, 2008-06) Joachim, Njagi
Mentally challenged children are first and foremost children with similar needs and desires like normal children. A net work of forces, the most important of which are the family, the school and the society in which the child lives, influences their development and learning abilities. The impact of each of these forces changes as the child develops and shapes also the kind of intra and interpersonal interactions of the child with people and the environment in socialization. The purpose of this study was to assess the learning capabilities/styles of the mentally challenged children with the aim of proposing good instructional methods for individualized training. The study was carried out among the mentally challenged children in special units in mainstream schools of Meru South District, Kenya. The study was a descriptive survey in which mentally challenged children were sampled from identified special units. Stratified sampling was used to obtain a finite population of children under each of the desired subgroups referred to as categories in the study. The data was collected by use of questionnaire administered to the teachers, face-toface interview and interaction with the children, as well as observing the children as they carried on with their normal daily routine. The data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The null hypothesis was tested using non-parametric test under 0.05 level of significance. Based on the findings, the study established that mentally challenged children in the special; units in regular schools had varied learning styles and capabilities. This however was depending on the magnitude of the mental challenge.
Obstacles to the success of vocational training to the intellectually challenged learners in Meru south district Kenya
(Kampala International University, Institute of Open and Distance Learning, 2008-06) Mutegi, Jamlick; Eustace
Vocational training for intellectually challenged children in Meru South District has transformed many children who in one time or another have been enrolled in them. However, there are many challenges, which hinder the success of vocational training. In order to carry out this research, the researcher sought for background information, which captures the causes of intellectual challenges in children, their effects and intervention measures. Some evidence has been cited to prove that children have differences in intellectual challenge. Here the researcher cites some of the problems, which influenced him to study the factors hindering the success of vocational training in Meru South District. In the theory the research selected the behaviorism theory under the proponent ofB.F skinner, which is based on a stimulus, and response theory The researcher cited nine beneficiaries of the research findings in the significance of the study. Details on how they will benefit with the end product are explained. The researcher used a qualitative method. Questionnaires were used for the teachers and the parents and interviews of the teachers who were within the schools where the sampled units are located. Five units were selected based on divisional basis. Parents were sampled from different groups in society. The data was collected and tabulated in percentage form given based on different obstacles that hinder the success of vocational training the data presentation process, tabulations of the results were also given in percentage form. The profile of respondents based on teachers and parent's responses were given in the same form. The summary table of the findings indicating the number and the percentage of those who cited different obstacles were indicated against the teachers and the parents who participated in the research. From the analysis of the data collected, it can be concluded that several obstacles hinder the success of vocational training to the intellectually challenged which include poverty, lack of resources, poor economy, and ignorance among others. Finally, the researcher made recommendations on how to overcome the obstacles revealed by the study. These include the provision of the universal curriculum, making vocational training free and compulsory among others.
The relationship between finance and academic performance of private secondary schools in Kenya, case study Kisumu city
(College of Education, Open & Distance Learning, 2008-06) Musa, Cheruiyot; Rutto
There have been a lot of arguments about the impact finances have on academic performance especially in private schools. I was therefore to find out the many allegations on private schools, such as charging high fees, mismanagement of finances and producing poor results. These allegations are not made by parents only but even by some of the people in authority. The biggest allegations are about finances and this has been believed to greatly affect the performance of these schools. Chapter one of this report contains the introduction in which private schools are defined as those institutions, which do not receive grants from the government. The literature reviewed also gave some insight in the problem that finances affect the academic performance of private schools. It also cited some other factors not related to finances which may also affect performance of private schools. These are religions and age of the school. The chapter contains a null hypothesis that there is no relationship between finance and academic performance of school private schools. It ends up with the limitations of the study
A comparative study of the factors affecting academic performance of selected schools in urban and rural sectors in Eldoret municipality Uasin-Gisihu district, Rift valley province Kenya
(Kampala international international: College of Education, open and distance learning, 2008-07) Florence, Nasimiyu Wasike
The study set out to establish the factors that account for poor academic performance in rural secondary schools. It was carried out along a number of objectives which included: assessing the relationship between students' discipline and academic perfo1mance, to examine the accessibility of students to learning materials and their effect on academic performance and to find out the effect of teachers' motivation practices on the students' academic performance. From these objectives, appropriate hypotheses were generated which were verified to establish the relationships between the variables. It was undertaken in selected Secondary schools in Gishu District. From the study, the researcher concluded that there is relationship between discipline and pe1fo1mance, there 1s a relationships between accessibility to learning materials and pe1formance of the students in Secondary schools and that there is a relationship between teachers' motivation and student's performance in secondary schools. From the study also, a number of recommendations were made which included; There is need for management to involve students in decision making on decisions that directly concern students discipline management, there is need for the schools' management to consider availing text books especially the current publications as an important aspect that could help in improving students' performance and that there is need to consider teachers achievement recognition as an important performance management ingredient.
Culture and Female Genital Mutilation in Kenya. A case study of Transnzoia District.
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning., 2008-07) Ngure, Winfred W.
This study labored to analyze the factors responsible for the persistence female circumcision among the Pokot of Kipsaina division in Trans Nzoia district. It was realized that despite the tireless efforts by the international community to stop Female circumcision the practice still goes on in Kenya. The indigenous people take it for cultural, religious, social conformity, sexuality control; among other items thus perpetuate it. Chapter one contains the historical background of Female circumcision, problem, statement of the study, the purpose of the study, objectives which focused on the roles of indigenous people in perpetuating the practice. The failures ofNGO's and civic government of Kenya to stop the practice, hypothesis of the study, scope, signification and the limitations of the study. The study took place in Kipsaina division of Trans Nzoia district of Kenya using a sample population of 230 respondents consisting of circumcised and uncircumcised women and men both married and unmarried, medical personnel, NGO workers, government officials and traditional plus cultural leaders. The researcher was challenged by inadequate funding, and the presidential election violence between December 2007 and January 2008. Chapter two contains literature review where it was discovered that indigenous people perpetuate F .C/FGM because they take it cultural and tradition, need to control women sexuality, social identity, social pressure (acceptability) and shows ones braveness and readiness to fight for her nation thus making the practice persistent. NGOs have failed to end the practice because of inadequate funds, not firmly established on ground, uncommitted workers, don't have legal authority to penalize culprits. The civic government has failed to end the practice because the central government is reluctant to empower them to end the practice, the parliament is reluctant among other items.
Investigation on educational challenges of mentally challenged learners. a case study of Gachororo special unit in Ruiru division, Thika district, Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education Open and Distance Learning, 2008-07) Macharia, James N. W.
The research was carried out to investigate the factors that hinder the educational provisions for mentally challenged learners in a case study of Gachororo Special Unit of Thika District, Kenya. The objectives of the study were to find out hindrances of mentally challenged learners to education, to investigate the attitudes of the society towards the education of mentally challenged learners and also to find out the most appropriate placement for mentally challenged learners. Methodology The researcher used quantitative and qualitative research approaches where he also went out physically to the school to observe and record behavior and descriptive statistics data to explore traits and situations. The researcher also used questionnaires to the following groups; • Regular learners • Church leaders/ Administration officers • Professionals • Parents The questionnaires required simple answers. Findings The researcher found out that there was little awareness about the education of learners with mental challenges. The parents were not assisted by the government on issues like paying school fees and regular teachers were not willing to integrate the mentally challenged learners in their classes. The boarding schools were very few in Thika District and also very expensive to the parents not forgetting the multiple medical problems the mentally challenged learners had which drained parents finances. The research also found out that people were not willing to employ the learners with mental challenges as they were regarded as under-achievers. vii Recommendation The researcher recommended that regular learners and teacher be encouraged to accept mentally challenged learners and the mass media to educate the public about the learners with mental challenges potentials. The Kenya government should intensify the training of teachers on how to train and handle the mentally challenged pupils and provide schools with adequate teaching aids or equipments. Education assessment and resources centers should conduct courses or seminar for regular teachers and parents together with other related stake holders.
The HIV/AIDS the Dropout Rates of Pupils of Selected Schools:
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open & Distance Learning, 2008-07) Zacharia Kimani, James
The study was about the impact of Human Immune Virus & Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome on dropout rates of selected primary schools in Kangema Division, Murang’a district, Kenya. The significant respondents were the class teachers, parents, orphans and head teachers of those selected primary schools. The questionnaires were issued to the parents from each selected school at random. The schedules were given to class teachers of selected schools through the head teachers. For more specific information, the head teachers and known orphans and parents were interviewed. Indeed, the questionnaire, schedule and interviews were primarily based on the objective of the study. The main objective was to establish and determine the influence of Human Immune Virus & Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome orphans on dropout rates of those schools in the region. The major findings depict that despite the fact that there are so many orphans, dropout rates have significantly increased due to the Human Immune Virus & Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome scourge / pandemic. The recommendations established from the study were to create strengthened support mechanisms, allocation of funds to the extended families creating Human Immune Virus & Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome awareness programmes in the area and forming more counseling services in the all areas. Educators and counselors to create seminars and workshops that will facilitate access to information on health, transmission of Human Immune Virus & Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome and proper living with the disease. From the study, it can be concluded that Human Immune Virus & Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome has led to a significant boost in dropout rates of boys and girls in Kangema Division in Murang’a District.
Safety measures in pre-schools in Kisii district, Kenya: a case study of Suneka nursery school in Suneka division
(Kampala international University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2008-07) Onchoke, Emelda
This study sought to assess the safety measures employed by Pre-Primary schools. The study was necessitated by the fact that every day, the safety of the learner becomes an issue both at home and at school, In some places in the world, it is a matter of life and death. The study targeted Pre-primary schools in Kisii Central District, Kenya. Accessible population was a preschool in Suneka Division, that is, Suneka Nursery School that was purposively selected, Data was collected through observations and questionnaires and analysis was done through statistical measures of means and percentages. The findings were reported descriptively. The study found out that the safety situation in Suneka. nursery school was adequate despite some safety practices and facilities that were missing.
Determinants of pupils' performance in English; a case study of Kairungu primary school (in Kirinyaga district (Kenya))
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2008-07) Runga Mutugi, Charles
The performance of English in both Primary and Secondary school is very important. English being one of the core subjects in Kenya's school curriculum is used as a medium of instruction in all other subjects apart from Kiswahili. It is also Kenya's official language. Issues concerning the performance of English in national examinations pose some strongest challenges to the government, teachers and parents. This concern in performance reveals a dangerous trend that cuts across gender. Both boys and girls in Kairungu Primary School have been noted to have been performing poorly in English over the years. It is in this spirit that the investigator tries to find out why this trend is emerging. To analyze the causes the investigator will try to determine the kind of relationship that exists between teachers and learners, learners and resource materials, attitude towards English, external influences as pertaining to gender and the level of performance ranging six years during and before the introduction of Free Primary Education in Kenya will be selected. The case study will be the main means of obtaining the information while observation will be made on the extent of resources, use and availability. Data will be presented in tabular and graphical form.
Impact of teachers, parents, pupils and government participation towards improving quality of education among selected schools in Iring. Region
(Kampala International University.College of Education, 2008-08) James, Kimard Leley
The study on the Impact of Teachers, Parer:,s, Pupils and Government Participation towards Impr,oving Quality of Education 2 mong selected schools was carried in Gangilonga Ward, Iringa Municipality, Iringa region in Tanzania. The study aimed at investigating the extent to which Teachers, ,)aents, Pupils and Government Participate towards Improving Quality of Education th,ough FPE as well as determining how the extent oftheir 1 pariicipation has impacted the .iciuevement of the programme goals. A cross sectioµal research design was adopted. Both quantitative and qualitative methods were used. Q11alitative methods were used tv obtain quantitative data. Two major tools employed gatl~ering primary data were structur-cd questionnaires ar1d discussed guides. The study revealed poor grassroots stakeholde, s' patiicipation in the PEDP. The process of project identification, planning implement,tion monitoring and evahwtion was not participatory. All the plans seem to have.com, from the district and the obligation of the teachers, parehts; pupils were mainly limited tc progran1me implementation. To improve participation and hence ensun i;reat success and sustainability the study recommends the following:- • Children council should be established in every school, oriented on their roles and rpsponsibilities and be encouraged, facilitated and challenged to perform their influence as per the government directives. . i • A mo/·e comprehensive survey of parental involvement at school level should be I conddcted. Fmihermore, the school should facilitate formation of parents' I i teach&rs associations.
An analysis of transition process from pre - school to lower primary: a case study of Nandi south district Kenya
(Kampala International University, College/School of Education, 2008-08) Ngetich k. Wilson
Cases And Impact Of Child Labour 0 Academic Perfor Ance Of Pupils: A Case Study Of Waberi Zone, Garisa Istrict, and North-Eastern Province:
(Kampala international University college of Education open and distance learning, 2008-08) Abdi, Shakul Kassim
The study carried out a critical analysis and investigation on the causes and impact of child labour on the academic performance of pupils. The study carried out this research from Waberi zone, North Eastern Province in Garisa District. Previous studies indicate that among the causes of child labour that finally force children out of school include; ignorance about the risks associated with involving these children in work, poverty that leaves families with no option apart from gambling with life, domestic violence that leads to family break ups, rural-urban migration, and above all, the death of parents especially with the deadly scourge of HIV-AIDS Virus. The researcher applied a purely quantitative research design in presenting and interpreting the research findings. The technique of data collection used was mainly the use of questionnaires with some key informant interviews, Selection of the samples was based on a simple random sampling procedure so as to give all the respondents equal chances of participating in the study. Research findings revealed out that; the impact associated with child labour include; carrying heavy loads, handling dangerous items, humiliating or degrading treatment, sexual abuse, verbal violence, use of toxic chemicals among others. A number of measures have been drawn up basing on the researchers observation and conclusions of the research findings. These include among others: discouraging employers from giving work to persons below 18 years, laws that protect girl-child against engaging in prostitution, support from government to children who have lost their parents, among others.
Conflict management and pupil performance in primary schools acase study of Kabarnet Division Baringo District in Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2008-08) Kandie, Susan
The study was mainly set out to analyze the impact of Conflicts on academic performance in primary schools. It was mainly a field suNey of a sample division in Kabarnet division Baringo District. The main objectives of the study were to identify the effects of Conflicts on pupil participation, to assess the quality of seNice delivered under a decentralized frame work, and to establish the impact of pupil participation on academic performance. The researcher set to carry out the study, basing on the fact that most poor performance in schools is as a result of conditions that could otherwise be preventable through a proper Conflict management. This would be reduced through meaningful pupil participation and the belief was that focused and informed Conflicts management in schools would offer an environment for improved academic performance. A number of research instruments were used in the study; ranging from questionnaires, inteNiews and obseNation and review of related literature. The specific objectives included identifying the role of the school Conflicts management systems on pupil participation. The establishment of the impact of pupil participation in the delivery o f education seNices on primary school pupils. The quality of school seNices was measured against their accessibility, affordability, availability to the population and the level of pupil awareness of the seNice. The major findings of the study are that, though school Conflicts offered the opportunities for pupil participation, the pupil is still not fully involved. This is partly due to pupil ignorance of the operational school Conflicts systems and school seNices offered poor information flow; plus the domination of lower level school Conflict management systems by District level representatives. These challenges demand strengthening primary school seNices, to ensure that there is adequate capacity and capability to respond to education and social needs. Thus, attention should be drawn to processes that involve pupil participation but with special attention to vulnerable groups especially, the disabled and the orphaned children. Consequently, it is critical to re- examine policy at the national level so as to align it with overall population educational welfare. It means creating and functionalizing a mechanism where primary school activities in other sectors re-enforce each other.
The use of teaching and learning materials on curriculum instruction in Early Childhood Development Centers
(Kampala International University; College of Education Open and Distance Learning, 2008-08) Luley, Abdullahi Y.
The major purpose of this research study was to assess the availability and use of teaching and learning materials in curriculum instruction in ECD centres within Garissa Division. The researcher employed a descriptive survey design. Simple random sampling was used to select teachers and head teachers. Questionnaires were also used to some primary data. Descriptive statistics such as frequency distribution and percentage tables were used to summarize and interpret the data. The findings of the study indicated that many schools lacked enough teaching and learning materials which are important for academic performance. The researcher recommends that such schools should source funds from both traditional and non-traditional sources in a bid to provide adequate resources.
Constraints facing physically challenged children in early childhood development education (E.C.D.E) a case study of kamariny zone in Keiyo district Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education Open and Distance Learning, 2008-08) Kigen, Michael Kipkoech
Education has been seen as the only solution to the elimination of poverty, diseases and illiteracy. Many governments including Kenya has equally paid serious attention in order to achieve it. A literate population is more productive than an illiterate one hence the need to enable every citizen the opportunity to access education at all levels. It is therefore based on the above that the researcher ventures into the topic in order to examine the impediments faced by the physically challenged while learning in integrated schools within the study area. The study is based on Bandura's Social Learning Theory (Bandura, 1977; 1963) that posits that people learn from one another, via observation, imitation, and modeling. The study will employ descriptive survey design, targeting a population that included all the schools within Kamariny zone in Keiyo district. A sample of 9 public schools out of 16 schools will be used to carry out the research. This sample will represent over 30% hence representative. Simple random sampling will be used to identify the sample population. Findings will be manually analyzed and results presented by use of frequency tables and percentage tables. The findings of the study indicated that schools paid little attention to this group of learners by not providing enough teaching and learning materials as well providing conducive learning environment safe from hazards. The researcher recommended that the government should come up with a comprehensive policy detailing on how the physically challenged children should be handled to maximize their capabilities.
The factors leading to poor performance of english language in Hebokokwa primary school, Keiyo District Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2008-08) Kosgei, Chumba; Joel
This study stresses the factors leading to the poor performance of English language in Chebokokwa primary school Kenya. The study identified a qualitative research design the researcher used all teachers in the school and pupils from primary four to primary eight, researcher made questionnaire was adopted to collect data and data analyzed by use of frequency tables, graphs and percentages. The study found out those factors such as Syllabus coverage, Methods of teaching, Teacher pupil ratio, Examination administration the Use of teaching materials significantly affect pupils academic performance of English language at Chebokokwa primary school. The researcher conclude that academic performance of English in Chebokokwa primary is bellow average and much effort is needed to improve on the performance, the government is recommended to employ more teachers and to develop instructional centers. Teachers are also recommended to put into consideration the mentioned factors for proper teaching and learning.

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