Bachelor Degree in Primary Education

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Pupil’s Evaluation and Academic Performance of Cheberen Primary School in Kobaitek District, Kenya
(Kampala International University, school of primary education, 2007-08) Clarah, Cheptumo
This study determined the pupil’s evaluation and academic performance of Cheberen Primary School In Koibatek District, Kenya. Specifically, these data were gathered: profile of pupils as to age, gender and class; the level of pupil’s evaluation in terms & pupils qualities, commitment, learning activities and discipline; the level & academic performance; the significant relationship between level of pupil’s evaluation and level of academic performance; and the significant difference in the level of academic performance between male and female pupils
Female circumcision and education in Kacheliba Division, West Pokot District, Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2007-11) Chebitwey, Dinah Hellen
The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of female circumcision on education of girls in Kacheiba division, West Pokot District in Kenya. The specific objectives of the study were to find out why the practice of FOM is persistent in West Pokot District, to describe the educations implications of FOM, and to assess the effectiveness of the measures which have been put in place to curb the practice. The methods used for data collection were questionnaires for the girls affected and interviews with the teachers, ministry of education officials, and NGOs. The findings revealed that female circumcision had a negative impact on the education of girls in Kacheliba division, West Pokot District in Kenya. The study recommended that the local women practitioners be trained in various aspects of female health, and go from village to village educating women about the harmful effects of female circumcision, and the importance of proper nutrition during pregnancy, how to protect from sexually transmitted diseases and HIV and proper usages of condoms, among other health topics
Academic Performance of Pupils of Katala Primary School in Bugiri District, Uganda
(Kampala International University, bachelor's degree in primary education, 2007-11) Mathias Kapuuli, Basalirwa
Objectives: This study determined the academic performance of pupils of Katala Primary School in Bugiri District, Uganda. Specifically, this study determined the profile of pupils as to age, gender and academic level. It determined the level of academic performance and determined if there is a significant difference in the level of academic performance between male and female pupils. Design: This study employed the descriptive survey method of investigation. Environment: This study was conducted in one of the schools found in Buwunga sub-county, Bukooli County, Bugiri district in Eastern Uganda, preferably Katala primary school. Katala primary school is located 2km off Bugiri, Iganga in a rural setting. Respondents: This study involved 18 pupils wherein 6 pupils from primary five (PS), 6 pupils from primary six (P6) and 6 pupils from primary seven (P7). Instrument: This study utilized a researcher devised instrument which was a record sheet that contained the profile of pupils as to age, gender, academic level and level of academic performance. Data Collection Procedures: The frequencies and percentages were used to determine the profile of pupils and level of academic performance. The paired or related t-test was used to test for significant difference in the level of academic performance between male and female pupils. findings: This study revealed the following: the mean age of the pupils was 13.44; the level of academic performance was good (mean = 53.22); it was evident that there is no significant difference in the level of academic performance between male and female pupils Conclusion: Based on the findings, it was concluded that the academic performance of pupils was rated as good.
The assessment of hearing aid to learners with hearing impairment in Nairobi Kenya.
(Kampala International University(KIU), 2008) Chege, Stephen Gichia
Teacher perception on motivation and how it affects performance in primary schools: a case study of Kabartonjo division of Baringo district.
(Kampala International University, School of Education, Open and Distance and E-learning, 2008-03) Kimasar, Cherop Michael
This study was basically going to investigate the teachers’ perception on motivation and how it affects performance in primary schools in Kabartonjo division. Motivation in any organization is one of the major factors, which contribute to high productivity (Nzuve, 1999: 38). Motivation is the willingness to exert some level of effort to achieve organizational goals; conducted by the ability to satisfy some individual needs. Currently in Kabartonjo, the demand for education at all levels of education is growing faster and therefore the numbers of teachers are not relatively increasing in public primary schools. With teacher motivation, it’s expected that the available few teachers in a school do maximally their duties in their respective schools and improve performance. The study was based on Herzberg two-way factor theory of motivation. This theory points out clearly the motivation factor in an organization, which are applicable in a school situation and also hygiene factor which are found in education management in general. The study will be carried out amongst primary school teachers employed by T.S.C in Kabartonjo division’s public primary schools. The research employed descriptive survey where the researcher with the aid of research assistant administered questionnaires, which are both close and open ended. Purposive sampling was used in the process. The primary data collected from the field was analyzed using Statistical Programme for Social Sciences (SPSS) and results interpreted using descriptive statistics such as frequency tables. The study findings indicated that teachers were poorly motivated and thus need a reversal of that trend. Teachers call for recognition and meritocracy in the educational processes.
Perception of Early Childhood Education Teachers towards Performance Appraisal: A Case of Teachers in Sergoit Zone, Uasin Gishu District – Kenya
(Kampala International University, school of primary education, 2008-04) Kibor Jepchirchir, Angelah
The purpose of the study was to determine the perception of ECD teachers towards performance-appraisal. The study was on perception. The study was carried out in Sergoit Zone of Uasin Gishu District, Kenya. The study adopted a theoretical framework i.e. systems theory. The main purpose of the study was to investigate the ECD teacher performance appraisal and its effect to effective school management. A case study was adopted for the study. The target population was 46 comprising of teachers and headteachers and a sample size of 23 was considered for the study obtained through random sampling. The headteacher was purposely selected while the teachers were picked randomly (at least one teacher from every school. Questionnaires and interview schedules were used to collect the data and analyzed by use of tables and percentages. It was established from the field that 12.5% of the respondents strongly disagreed that appraisal is not objective, 12.5% also disagreed that appraisal is punitive, 43.8% agreed that appraisal is good for them, 18.8% strongly agreed that performance is reviewed because of reward and incentive pay and 12.5% of the respondents were undecided. The recommendations were that employees should have the opportunity to review and make comments written or verbal about their appraisals before they become final, and should have a formal appeals process through which to appeal their ratings
The effect of television on growing youths’ behaviors both in lower and higher selected institutions of Embu district, Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education,Open and distance Learning, 2008-08) Yegon, Samwel Kipkorir
The research generally looks at the effects of Television on growing youth behavior both in lower and higher selected institution of learning Embu District Kenya. The major concern in this case is effects of; violence, pornography, alcoholism and drugs, sexual immorality and rape. The study was interested in finding out whether; these issues have any connection with the TV, solutions and whether it is useful or otherwise. The survey was conducted due to, the increase in violence, alcoholism and obscenity in the media portrayals. These causes fear and anxiety in the society especially at Manyatta Embu where the survey was done. The media to an extent was blamed for the loss of morals in the society today and it has been observed that, as more and more teenagers/youth watch television programs with these elements they gradually adopt them. The different tools were administered, to the respondents individually, to ensure the originality of the information without any form of discussion. That is, questionnaires started then interview on selected items of emphasis followed as well as the researcher recorded the observed reaction ofthe samples. In addition, research unveiled that, largely TV can cause the above major issues of concern, though it came out clearly that, on matters of violence it can aggravate such an elements, which may be already in an individual. On the other areas such as; pornography, alcoholism, sexual immorality and rape TV can lead youth and teens to the trap, due to the various programs, which are believed to have high contents of the same. Violence is widely mentioned in many circumstances, leading to a conclusion it is the backbone of many acts of unruly, that youth are involved in. More still, it is not only television to blame for bad behavior with the youth /teens but also parents and guardians, can also be held responsible as study learnt that most of them have lost control over their children thus turning to a saying, ‘the generation of this days is cursed’. Therefore, they have a role to play in advising youth /teens, on television exposure and ensuring that they are not misled by portrayals Parents therefore, are called to counsel, guide and educate the youth on the best programs. Again, they are charged to be firm on directing and be vigilant on their youth’s TV life style since it was noted most of them have lost mandate over them.
An investigation into the factors leading to poor performance in Kenya Certificate of Primary Education among pupils in Kiganjo zone, Thika district; Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education,Open and distance Learning, 2008-08) Bernard, K. Kiiru
Availability and effective use of education resources in schools
(Kampala International University. College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2008-08) Muthoni, Lydiah Kamau
The purpose of this study was to examine the availability and effective use of educational resources in Kigumo zone, Murang’a district, Kenya. The study therefore attempted to assess the accessibility of these resources to the users, to find out who the users are and to examine the relationship between availability of these resources and performance with no exception of the learners attitudes, and finally to come up with possible solutions to curb the problem. The research adopted quantitative techniques through designing the questionnaires and interview guise. The respondents were chosen based on their knowledge about the subject. The data was then tabulated, graphed and analyzed using statistical methods. The population was heterogeneous consisting of both the teachers, educational officers and pupils. The study found that among others there was close relationship between availability of teaching/learning resources and the learners’ ability to learn and analyze issues especially in practical subjects. The findings revealed that there were no enough resources to facilitate the learning thus negatively affecting the performance of learners. Learners perceived subjects that needed resources as very difficult because they could not really comprehend the issue that were being taught. The reasons for lack of resources was because they were very expensive for the schools to afford, these mean that the parents were to cost share with the ministry to avail these resources to their schools. In the long run the schools ended up having what was not enough because the parents’ could not fully participate thus negatively affecting the learning of the students.
Impact of religion on academic performance of pupils in Bibirioni sub location in Kiambu District, central province Kenya
(Kampala International University, school of education, 2008-08) Wachira, Mercy Wanja
A descriptive and quantitative study was undertaken to examine the impact of religion on academic performance of the pupils in selected schools of Bibirioni sub location. The specific objectives that guided the study included, to find out whether the pupils attendance is affected by religious practices; to find out if religious upbringing affects the learners ability to participate fully in school activities, to find out whether religion influences the children’s ability to interact; and whether religious upbringing influences the learners ability to accomplish their tasks. The researcher constructed questionnaires for the purpose of gathering information from respondents. Findings revealed the following; Religious education has beneficial effects to all aspects of social concern and mostly to education; religious beliefs and practices lower divorce, abuse of alcohol and drugs, domestic violence. Children who are brought up free of the above will obviously excel in academics. Children who are brought up in religious families finish their assignments just like any other children, religion is therefore a great tool which can be used by parents to lay a firm foundation for education. The following were recommended; parents and teachers and public to be sensitized on the significant role of religion. That government should have initiatives on helping the general community be able to identify religious fundamentalism in the area. The ministry of education to emphasize on comprehensive teaching of religion.
Schools Influence on Learning with Hearing Impairment In Masogo Zone Miwani Division, Nyando District in Kenya
(Kampala International University, School of Education, Open and Distance and E-learning, 2008-09) Matete, Newton Isaac
A qualitative study to investigate the school influence on learners with hearing impairments was carried amongest primary school teachers in Masogo division. The following objectives guided the study; to identify the number of learners with hearing impairments who are currently in regular schools. To establish the teachers attitude towards learners with hearing Impairments, to establish whether the teachers teaching learners with hearing impairments in an inclusive educational setting have been trained, and to establish if specialized teaching learning materials were available in primary schools. A questionnaire was drafted and used to collect relevant data about school influence on learners with disabilities. Findings revealed that there existed 88 children with H.I in the 8 primary schools. The percentage ratio of learners with H.I to their normal peer was 2%:98%, this posed a great challenge to the learners with H.I as they could be neglected because of the minimal number. The study discovered that the teachers teaching had lowly professional qualifications to handle learners with diverse needs and characteristics. Findings also showed that the school learning environment had not be restructured to accommodate all learners with diverse needs. And it was also discovered that a number of teachers had a negative attitude towards learners with F-LI because they knew little about them and how to instruct to them in class, the teachers were also found to be overwhelmed with other tasks and therefore found no time for the H.I. It was recommended that the school learning environment be modified to suit all learners; government to intensify both in service and pre service training while bearing in mind to equip the teachers with appropriate skills and knowledge to handle learners with diverse needs. And to sensitize all the stakeholders in the implementation exercise.
Hearing impaired learners and academic performance, Khwisero West Zone Kenya
(Kampala International University, School of Education, 2008-09) Bonaventure, C. M.
The study gives the meaning of inclusion which advocates for equal opportunities to all learners to experience normal main stream activities while making deliberate and appropriate measures to ensure quality education. The purpose of the study was achieved as impaired perform academically 25% perform so good, 50% perform fairly good and 25% below average. To reach these findings the research design was qualitative approach because the researcher used people analyzed, interpreted and tabulated the data. After analyzing the data the researcher concluded that learners, with hearing impaired perform fairly well in academics. The implication of the study hearing impaired learners experience self-concept problems, lack of learning resources and poor negative attitudes both experienced by teachers and students. Some teachers frustrate the hearing impaired learners while others want to help the hearing impaired learners but have no skills. Therefore, the abstract of the study include hearing impaired learners in Khwisero West Zone perform fairly well, though they experience some implications.
Absenteeism and the performance of learners in primary schools in Nkondo sue-county Kamuli District
(Kampala International University. College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2008-09) Godfrey, Michael Mukama
Many politicians and educationalists argue that a lot of domestic work, long distances and poor feeding affect the performance of learners in primary schools, so the purpose was to investigate absenteeism and performance of learners in primary school in Nkondo Sub County, Kamuli district. The objectives of the study were to find out how domestic work, long distances and poor feeding affect the performance of learners in primary schools. The instrument that were used included; questionnaires, group discussion, interview and reading the available materials or data. It was carried out in six schools that covered 96 respondents that is six headteachers, 18 teachers and 72 pupils. The findings from the study revealed that pupils and teachers are absent during school hours because of the long distances they move from home to school everyday, poor feeding both at school and home and domestic work they do at home yet they are expected to be at school.
Teacher- Learner Relationship and Academic Performance in Primary Schools in Gatundu Division, Thika District, Kenya
(Kampala International University, School of Education, Open and Distance and E-learning, 2008-11) Annie, Muthoni Kiguru
The purpose of this study was to determine teacher~ learner relationship and academic performance of learners in Gatundu Division, Thika District Kenya. Specific Objectives of the study were: Investigate the effect of teacher learner relationship on performance of pupils, determine how discipline affects teacher learner relationship and investigate the relationship between effective communication and positive teacher learner relationship. The research is presented in both qualitative and quantitative design. Qualitative design helped the researcher get a deeper meaning of the study while quantitative helped in analyzing the numbers that were involved in the study. Primary data was collected through both structured and unstructured interviews. National and international documents were consulted. The findings revealed that a good teacher learner relationship can help improve the academic performance of learners. The study also revealed that a good teacher learner relationship maintains learners discipline in school. According to the study effective communication creates a positive teacher learner relationship. The recommendations called for teacher’s attention in creating an environment where the relationship between the teacher and the learner is good for effective study. In relation to this effective teaching methods that help to create a good relationship with the learners are necessary.
The impact of students discipline on academic performance in secondary schools: a case of Masinga sub-county, Yatta district, Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education,Open and distance Learning, 2008-11) Nicholas j., Mutiso M J
Discipline is the key aspect of the secondary school students for them to excel in their academic performance. Discipline varies from one school to another, although, in general, young children are expected to respect school rules, such as lining up, tidying up after lessons, and undressing and dressing themselves for physical education classes, in an attempt to promote independence and resourcefulness. The study was carried out in five (5) secondary schools in Masinga Divion, Yatta District, of Kenya in the month of April, 2008. The schools visited represent 73 per cent of the schools. The overall aim of the study was to document the performances variations in different age groups of students depending on the level of the discipline, give detailed analysis of the offences committed and the punishments given. The study collected data from many sources and used different data collection techniques both quantitative and qualitative. These included group discussions to collect qualitative data from pupils, teachers and community members. The questionnaire technique was used to collect data from students, a check list to collect observational data from schools and in-depth interviews to get data from teachers and administrators. According to this study discipline in its various forms has diverse impacts in student’s performance and consequences thereafter, both tangible and intangible, upon society, those consequences, and those entrusted with the responsibility of its detection, prevention, and treatment. The researcher reached the following conclusion; the school rules have not been fully adhered to by the majority of the students. This is as a result of less involvement of the teachers to the school activities and programs where by teachers get involved only when they are on duty. Teachers have not been vigilant on the discipline of the students and many are times when students are not aware on they are expected to do. In many of the schools, students were reported to have sneaked out of school to the nearby shopping centers to drink alcohol, smoke cigarettes, hunt for ladies, play pool etc. The kind of punishment given to the students in the most cases does not amount to the offence committed. The students’ confessed that in most cases when they were sure they were in the wrong were not punished. Finally guidance and counseling should be well defined and monitored in schools since it plays a big role in changing one’s behavior.
The impact of free primary education on academic performance of primary pupil’s in Nyeri District, Kenya
(Kampala international University college of Education open and distance learning, 2008-11) Musembi, Angeline Kiloko
This research was carried out in Iriaini Zone, Nyeri District Kenya. This was to find out the impact of free primary education on pupils performance. Consequently research questions were designed so as to guide in the research work. It also used qualitative and quantitative methods by use of probability proportion to size. 200 respondents were purposively selected. The target populations were the children, teachers, head teachers and school inspector. Oral interviews and observation were also employed The problems were lack up participation of parents in children’s work, socio-economic factors of the families, absenteeism, poor nutrition, lack of motivation, big classes and teacher~pupil ration, gender related factors, poor teaching methods, inadequate textbooks and lack of community participation in academic work of the children. It is therefore desirable that the problem should be resolved by the government, communities, families and school. It is important to have good interaction and communication to check on strategies to improve FPE child performance
School Learning Resources and Academic Performance In Early Childhood Education Development in Waringa Nursery School Suba District, Kenya
(Kampala International University, School of Education, Open and Distance and E-learning, 2008-11) Isaack, Ogutu Otto
The major purpose of the study was to determine the school learning resources and academic performance of pupils in early childhood education development education in Waringa nursery school Suba district, Kenya The specific objectives of the study were to determine the relationship between instructional materials and academic performance of early childhood, find out the relationship between class size and the academic performance of early childhood, establish the relationship between playing materials and academic performance of early childhood and to find out the relationship between teacher quality and the academic performance of early childhood The methods used for data collection were questionnaires to the teachers and interviews the head master. It was established that instructional materials are important for children to perform well in academics. The study also revealed that children understand well in class when the class size is not too big. According to the study playing is important for children because it helps them concentrate in class and therefore perform well in academics. The government should make sure that the schools have all the learning materials for the children to understand what they are being taught Playing should be taken seriously and therefore playing materials of good quality should be available in schools
The Role of Discipline in Academic Performance of Children in Primary Schools: Case Study of Lambwe Division, Suba District, Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education,Open and distance Learning, 2008-11) Maria, Samuel O
This study was conducted to determine the relationship between discipline and the academic performance of pupils in Primary schools by taking the case of Lambwe Division in Suba District. The study particularly sought to establish the relationship that exists between discipline and the poor academic performance of pupils in Primary Schools. The study was conducted by correlation research design, data collected during the month of May 2008 using questionnaire responses from 200 respondents consisting of 160 pupils, 20 assistant teachers, 5 head teachers and 15 class parents’ representatives randomly selected from the accessible population. The data was analyzed using correlation and percentage distribution technique using bar graphs. The study establishes that there is significant relationship between the degree of discipline and the level of academic performance and that the pupils have been performing poorly in the National Examinations due to the rampant indiscipline prevalent in the schools. The study concludes that discipline must be improved in our schools and therefore recommends that some strategies be used like involving pupils in planning and decision making of matters, allowing free discussion between pupils, teachers and parents and identifying and rewarding distinguished well behaved pupils in the school among others.
The assessment of hearing aid to learners with hearing impairment in Nairobi Kenya
(Kampala International University; College of Education Open and Distance Learning, 2008-11) Chege, Stephen G.
The study aims at assessing the hearing aid to learners with hearing impairment in Nairobi Kenya. The researcher applied survey method that involved qualitative and quantitative approaches of collecting raw data. Thirty questionnaires were sent to thirty respondents who completed and returned all of them to the researcher. The respondents were randomly sampled. Frequency tables, bar graph and pie chart were used to assemble and analyze the raw data in percentages. The data analysis explains hearing aid to learners with hearing impairment, case: provision and barriers to effective use of hearing aids in Nairobi Kenya. The research findings are that the major barriers to effective provision and use of hearing aids are unaffordable, lack of adequate training and maintenance and lack of adequate information of where and how to get fitted with a hearing aid. Therefore, there is need for the government and all the stakeholders to alleviate the issue of hearing to learners with hearing impairment in Nairobi Kenya.
Absenteeism and academic performance of selected primary schools in Siaya district, Kenya (a case study of Agulu Primary school, Boro Division)
(Kampala International University. College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2008-11) Wanyang’, 0. Peter
This research document contains a total of Five chapters. The chapters are preceded by the Preliminary pages which act as instruction to the research work. The title°e talks about absenteeism and academic performance of selected pupils of Agulu Primary School, which is a case study school representing other schools in Siaya District. A declaration has been made stating that the work is original and completely belongs to the undersigned. Acknowledgements have been made to various personalities who have contributed to the success of this project. The next section has the table of contents followed by the list of figures and tables. A brief definition of terms has been included as the last part of the preliminary pages. Chapter one contains the Introduction part of the work. The researcher has given the background of the work, a statement of the problem, purpose of the study, objectives of the study, scope and finally significance of the study where the beneficiaries of the findings have been outlined. In chapter two, important literary works by various scholars touching on absenteeism have been discussed. The major issues discussed here include the causes, the results and the solutions to absenteeism as viewed by these scholars. Chapter three contains the methodology. Here research design, sampling procedure, instruments and procedure used in the research process has been discussed. Data analysis methods have also been discussed in this chapter. The next Chapter (4) contains the major findings from the research field based on the objectives of research. The final Chapter of this work (5) contains the discussions conclusions and recommendations all based on the research findings.

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