Bachelor of Special Needs Education

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Abuse and academic performance in selected schools in Mavindini Division, Makueni District, Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2009-11) Kiumba, Mutisya Mativo
This study set out to identify the effects of drug abuse to academic performance in Mumberes division, based on the fact that the teenage are adversely affected, has caused indiscipline in schools. Efforts should be made to find solution to curb the vice. This should be focused on identify the effects of drug abuse to learning and general health. The targeted population involved head teachers, teachers, pupils and parents sampled randomly from five schools in the division. Data collection was done through questionnaires as they are the most convenient. The researcher used qualitative approach as it is descriptive in nature. The study reveals that the causes of drug abuse include ignorance, peer influence, mass media and inadequate guiding and counselling just to mention a few. The teachers, parents and other stakeholders should take an active role in sensitizing the public on the effects of drug abuse.
Academic performance and epileptic learners in kit-Mikay zone Kisumu west district Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education Open and Distance Learning, 2009-09) Guro, Tom Otieno
The researcher investigated the impact of Epilepsy on academic performance of epileptic learners in Kit-Mikay zone Kisumu west district. The design used was descriptive which was suitable because of its addressed major objectives and research questions proposed in the study. The researcher used teachers in both "Normal" and special schools in Kit-Mikay zone. The data collection instruments used were questionnaires. Based on the entire findings of the study, the researcher recommended that seminars and short courses for regular teachers should be organized. Public awareness and campaign in the region through chiefs, barazas, workshops church services by the special educators. The curriculum should be adjusted and adapted to meet the learner's individual needs.
Academic performance of hearing impaired learners in an intergrated setting in Kapchorwa town council Kapchorwa district
(Kampala International University, Institute of Open and Distance Learning, 2009-11) Chelimo, Betty Sylivia
This study set out to determine the impact of integration on the academic performance of learners with hearing impairment using three primary schools of Kapcharwa demonstration school, Kpchorwa primary school and Elgon primary school, all in Kapchorwa Town Council Schools. The study employed a descriptive comparative research design. Random sampling was used to select 99 pupils and the student's samples t-test was used to compare test results of the learners with HI and those who were normal. The findings showed that over 8% of learners in the sampled schools had hearing problems, 6% had physical disability and majorities (86%) were normal. The study also found out that the mean scores of learners with hearing impairment and normal pupils significantly differed in all subjects except in mathematics. This indicated by significant P- values for all subjects except mathematics i.e. English (P = 000), math's (P = 0.243), social studies (P =000) and science (P =002). The researcher concluded that the number of hearing impaired learners, although small (8%), is enough to call for special attention to cater for their problems, the academic performance of learners with hearing impairment significantly differs from that of normal learners if taught together, with hearing-impaired learners having the worst scores. Therefore integration of hearing-impaired learners with normal learners negatively affects their (HI) academic performance in terms of scores. The researcher recommended that the government, school administration and teachers should make special arrangements for hearing impaired learners because their number is relatively big to be neglected. The researcher further recommended that. hearing impaired learners should be taught from their special classes, since integrating them with normal learners negatively affect their performance.
Academic performance of hearing impaired learners in inclusive settings school in Arua Municipality, Arua District, Uganda
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2009-11) Andezu, Esther
The impact of free primary education has been manifold and complex. The quality and magnitude of the programme has affected not only the normal physically fit pupil, but also the physically challenged learners in inclusive schools as well as the wider community and society. The study adopted a quantitative research design. This enhanced the researcher to obtain a better understanding of the problems and impact of free primary education on the quality of special education for the physically disabled learners in Arua district, Uganda. The method chosen allowed a collection of 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. Information obtained from the research study was presented and analyzed using narratives, and statistical figures. This report provides suggestions for more effective approach to physically disabled education in the country. It is designed for policy makers, planners and practitioners who have responsibilities in the area of physically disabled education in Uganda.
Academic performance of hearing impaired learners in regular schools in Lamu district, Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2009-08) Ndambuki, Scholastica
The impact of free primary education has been manifold and complex. The quality and magnitude of the programme has affected not only the normal physically fit pupil, but also the physically challenged learners in inclusive schools as well as the wider community and society. The study adopted a quantitative research design. This enhanced the researcher to obtain a better understanding of the problems and impact of free primary education on the quality of special education for the physically disabled learners in Lamu district, Kenya. The method chosen allowed a collection of 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. Information obtained from the research study was presented and analyzed using narratives, and statistical figures. This report provides suggestions for more effective approach to physically disabled education in the country. It is designed for policy makers, planners and practitioners who have responsibilities in the area of physically disabled education in Kenya.
Academic performance of hearing impaired pupils in an inclusive learning setting: a case study of, Nyamira division, Nyamira district, Kenya.
(Kampala international University College of Education Open and Distance Learning, 2011-05) Nyakona Matara, Joy
Academic performance of hearing impai1ment in the country has brought inclusive learning settings in the country. The quality and magnitude of the programme has affected not only the normal hearing impaired fit pupil, but also the hearing impaired challenged learners in inclusive schools as well as the wider community and society. The study adopted a quantitative research design. This enhanced the researcher to obtain a better understanding of the problems and impact of free p1imary education on the quality of special education for the hearing impaired learners in Nyamira district, Kenya. The method chosen allowed a collection of 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. Information obtained from the research study was presented and analyzed using narratives, and statistical figures. This report provides suggestions for more effective approach to hearing impaired education in the country. It is designed for policy makers, planners and practitioners who have responsibilities in the area of hearing impaired disabled education in Kenya.
Academic performance of Human Immune Deficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome of infected learners in primary schools in Matungu division, Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2009-08) Majoni Wanzala, Tobias
The study recounted the academic performance of orphaned children affected by Human immune deficiency virus/ Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/ AIDS) in regular primary schools in Matungu division. The writer used quantitative approach, design used was case study. The population was all schools in Matungu division. The sampled schools are 5 primary schools and convenient sampling was used to pick the schools, systematic sampling was used to get her respondents. The instruments used in data collection were questionnaires sent out to teachers of the sampled primary schools. They were later collected when completed. The research findings revealed that the orphaned children affected by Human Immunodeficiency Virus/ Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/ AIDS) enrolled for regular primary schools but were unable to complete their full primary education due to many problems that they encountered. Some involved in domestic chor.es and others drop out from school to take care of their sick parents that are infected with Human Immunodeficiency Virus/ Acquired [mmuno deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) subsequently exposing them to brutal and inhumane life as they struggle to work a living. As they care for their sick parents there is increased risk of contracting the deadly virus. Most of the girls orphaned children dropped out of school when they have missed school a number of times. They end up being made to repeat classes so as to improve their performance. The community as a whole neglects the rights of affected children. A few cultural practices like circumcision and early marriages are roles played by the community. Such practices negatively affect the orphaned children education. Teachers also used methods, which hardly accommodated all learners' needs hence, leading to poor performance and dropouts by orphaned children affected by Human immunodeficiency virus/ Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS). The writer finally recommended that there should be frequent guidance and counseling sessions in regular primary schools.
Academic performance of learners with visual impairments in Kipsaraman zone, Baringo district Kenya
(Kampala International University, school of education, 2008-08) J\ Chelal, John stone C.
This study set out to explore the academic performance of learners with visual impairments in kipsaraman zone, Baringo district Kenya. The research followed a survey research design. The research targeted a small population of 10 pupils and 10 teachers from the ten schools in the zone to represent the nineteen schools. The target sample was picked using purposive and random sampling. The schools sampled included: Bartolimo, Kitibei, Kipsaraman, Kimugul, Chambai, Barkebo, Kasok Kibiriokwonin, Kaptoin, Torokwonin, kelwondonin, Kapchepkisa and Kabargoge in the highland region. The schools in the lower region included: Poi, Rebeko, Terik, Kabbilany, Mondoi and Kapkoiwo. The questionnaires were analyzed manually and percentages computed then frequency tables were used to summarize the information. The study discovered that the major causes of V.1 among children in the school going age are diseases like —Glaucoma, Cataract and exophthalmia and others. These diseases contribute to 60% of V.1 cases among children. Other causes of V.1 are accidents, heredity etc. The study also discovered that most (70%) of the LVL perform poorly. It is only a few (30%) who can perform averagely. All respondents showed that if LVL are provided with teaching learning resources, their performance can be improved, The study also found out that there are few trained SNE teachers and so there a big need for them . In this study, the researcher also discovered that about 80% of the people in the Villages, teachers and other pupils, generally have a negative attitude towards LVL. The study concluded that there are many causes of\~.1 among children, but diseases are the biggest cause. LVL perform generally poor in most schools. This is due to negative attitude most people, including teachers and fellow pupils have towards LVL. Most people have a poor attitude towards LVL, there are few SNE trained teachers and GCP are still inadequate in most schools. The researcher recommends that, the government should put up preventive measures to reduce the spread of diseases like Glaucoma, Cataracts, Xerophthalmia among others. Parents should also be more careluil in up bringing their children so that they are not easily attacked by such disease. Such measures may include immunization programmes, provision of good food that can improve pupil’s sight and early control and treatment of the diseases, in case it is discovered. The ministry of education needs to do something to boost academic performance of LVL. This can be done through provision of more SNE trained teachers, more teaching and learning resources like eye glasses for shortsighted and longsighted. Parents, schools, and the ministry of education should conduct more guidance and counseling sessions to try and encourage LVL to learn.
Academic performance of primary school learners with visual impairment in Kiambuu county a case study of Thika school for the blind Thika district
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open & Distance Learning, 2013-08) Muriu, John Watoro
The purpose of this study was to explore the academic performance of learners with visual impairments in Kiambuu county Thika district Kenya.The study might benefit different stakeholders in the following ways; o Planners of education might assess the problems and come up with intervention measures to help learners with visual impairment in Kiambuu country. • Curriculum developers might come up with integrated structure of syllabus which incorporates all categories of visual impairment learners. • Primary school teachers might update teaching methodologies to achieve the set objectives for learning of learners with visual impairment.
Academic performance of the emotionally and behaviorally disordered girls in mathematics, Kalawa Division, Mbooni District, Eastern Province, Kenya.
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2009-04) Njuguna, Peter
Academic performance of the hearing impaired learners in an inclusive school setting: A case study of Chiakariga Division, Tharaka District
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2008-07) Kathenya Charles
The study carried out a critical analysis and investigation on the academic performance of the Hearing impaired learners in an inclusive setting (regular schools). The study took Chiakariga Division, Tharaka District as a case study. Previous studies indicate that a number of factors ranging from the lack of audiological equipment, negative attitude of teachers towards the hearing impaired learners are among the many forces behind their poor academic performance in regular primary schools. 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 to the district officials. 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 that the causes of poor academic performance among these learners are diverse but most importantly, the failure of the ministry of education to address their learning needs given the fact that they need adequate audiological as well as other learning equipment to facilitate their learning. A number of measures have been drawn up basing on the researchers observation and conclusions of the research findings. These include among others: government’s drive towards providing for their hearing as well as learning aids, change of teacher’s attitude in a positive direction and the need for the community to dedicate efforts towards supporting learners with special needs.
Academic performance of the mentally retarded children in Central Zone, Central Division, Mandera District, Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2010-04) Muktar, Molu; Kike
This study was intended to find out the factors affecting academic perfonnance of leamers with mental deficits in regular schools; the study will look into attitude of teachers towards inclusion of learners with mental deficit in regular schools. In review of related infonnation, all secondary sources viewed relevant were consulted and made use of. A descriptive design was employed since the entire study was about explaining a scenario. Questionnaires were used in the collection of data and these were presented in frequencies and percentages distribution tables. The findings of the study revealed the following: The study found out that physically challenged children faced a myriad of problems in an inclusive school. Chief among them was the lack of sanitary facilities which catered for the physically challenged children. This in effect was leading to parents keeping their physically challenged children at home instead of exposing them to the problems they were facing at school. Another finding from the study was the confirmation it had provided that teachers in all inclusive schools were finding it difficult to cope with physically challenged children in their classes and this lead to them being biased towards treatment of these children. This was catalyzed by the fact that most teachers in primary schools were not special needs trained teachers. It was recommended that: , There is great need for the Government to train more teachers for special needs education and that the Govemment and parents association should provide relevant resources to schools to make teaching easy and possible for all leamers and that teachers should also use and explore modem teaching techniques such as unit facts teaching among others
Academic performance of the mentally retarded pupils in ngewa zone, kiambu district, Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Education Open and Distance Learning, 2010-04) Kamau, Eunice Mukuri
This study was intended to find out the factors affecting academic performance of learners with mental deficits in regular schools; the study will look into attitude of teachers towards inclusion of learners with mental deficit in regular schools. In review of related information, all secondary sources viewed relevant were consulted and made use of A descriptive design was employed since the entire study was about explaining a scenario. Questionnaires were used in the collection of data and these were presented in frequencies and percentages distribution tables. The findings of the study revealed the following: The study found out that physically challenged children faced a myriad of problems in an inclusive school. Chief among them was the lack of sanitary facilities which catered for the physically challenged children. This in effect was leading to parents keeping their physically challenged children at home instead of exposing them to the problems they were facing at school. Another finding from the study was the confirmation it had provided that teachers in all inclusive schools were finding it difficult to cope with physically challenged children in their classes and this lead to them being biased towards treatment of these children. This was catalyzed by the fact that most teachers in primary schools were not special needs trained teachers. It was recommended that: , There is great need for the Government to train more teachers for special needs education and that the Government and parents association should provide relevant resources to schools to make teaching easy and possible for all learners and that teachers should also use and explore modem teaching techniques such as unit facts teaching among others.
Challenges that hinder the academic performance of learners with physical handicaps in regular schools: a case study of Tunyal zone, Tharaka district, Kenya.
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2008-12) Karimi Mugambi, Rael
The study carried out a critical analysis and investigation on the challenges faced and academic performance of learners with physical handicaps in regular schools. The study took Tunyai zone, Tharaka District, as a case study. Previous studies indicate that a number of factors ranging from the lack of learning/teaching equipment, negative attitude of teachers towards the physically impaired learners are among the many forces behind their poor academic performance in regular primary schools. 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 to the district officials. 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 that the causes of poor academic performance among these learners are diverse but most importantly, the failure of the ministry of education to address their learning needs given the fact that they need adequate learning assistance and support as well as other learning equipments to facilitate their learning. A number of measures have been drawn up basing on the researchers observation and conclusions of the research findings. These include among others: government's drive towards providing for their hearing as well as learning aids, change of teacher's attitude in a positive direction and the need for the community to dedicate efforts towards supporting learners with special needs.
Children with hearing impairment and academic performance in primary schools. A case study of Mbale municipality
(Kampala International University, College of Open and Distance Learning, 2016-09) Kwanin, Silvas
Educational barriers and academic performance of physically handicapped learners in Bondo district Kenya
(College of Education, Open & Distance Learning, 2009-12) Ngoje, Elphas Okech
Comparatively the number of physically handicapped learners enrolled in the regular schools is still low yet every effort is being made to increase the number. The researcher wanted to find out whether various educational barriers hinder their academic achievements or not. In order to do this study the researchers embarked on a descriptive survey kind of research. He tested two variables that' is educational barrier (attitudes, facilities, teaching methods and learning environment) against another variable called academic performance. The researchers targeted Bondo districts in Kenya which had 236 schools. For efficiency he singled out Usigu division which had 39 schools, 240 teachers and 7800 pupils and 39 head teachers By random sampling he selected 60 teachers, 240 pupil and 15 Head teachers. Then he used the following strata for the selected 15 schools. Schools near the lakes 5, schools in urban setting 3 and schools from the interior 7. Questionnaires were used in the study and both male and female pupils were randomly selected from std. 6 to 8. Questionnaires were sent to schools. From the responses it emerged that teachers had negative attitude towards these learners, there were no suitable learning facilities, the learning. Facilities were not yet well modified and the teachers were also not yet weir trained to the capacity to handle these learners. The researchers' recommendations were that a lot of sensitization should be augmented in order to remove stigma and enhance positive attitudes
The effect of hearing impairment on academic performance of learners in English in Chuluni Division Kitui District, Kenya
(2012-07) Munyao, Esther Mutindi
The research report was about the Effect of hearing impairment on academic performance of learners in English in Chuluni Division of Kitui District. The purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of hearing impairment on academic performance of learners in English. The specific objectives of the researcher were, to investigate the causes of hearing impairment, to find the indicators of hearing impairment, and to identify the problems and solutions of learners with hearing impairment. The targeted population was of teachers, learners and parents who were between the ages of 30-40, 11-16, and 40-50 years respectively. The major sources of references the researcher used were edited books and unpublished books. In the collection of data, the researcher used questionnaires because they involved questions that could be asked personally or impersonally about many things that cannot be observed in survey. The researcher found out that, learners with hearing impairment in our regular classes face a lot of difficulties which needs intervention early enough to minimize the burden. The researcher also found out that the teachers have been fully sensitized on specific needs of learners with hearing impairment. The researcher explored the general performance of learners with hearing impairment in the mainstream classrooms. She encouraged the teachers to change their attitude towards these learners and also modify their teaching methods and approaches. For effective education on the hearing impaired learners, seminars and workshops should be organized to sensitize teachers and entire community. In order for the learners to acquire skills and knowledge, the researcher recommended that learners should be allowed to attend seminars and workshops. The teachers with positive attitude towards these learners should sensitize the parents and the community. All schools should provide conducive environment, more training of special teachers should be enhanced, and parents should provide necessary equipment in school, and the curriculum should be modified to suite special learners.
The effect of hearing impairment on the academic performance of learners with specific learning difficulties in Mathematics in Kiptoim Zone
(Kampala International University, College of Education,Open and distance Learning, 2008-09) Dinah, J Changwony
The researcher report is about the Effect of hearing impairment on the academic performance of learners with specific learning difficulties in mathematics in Kiptoim zone of Koibatek District. The statement of the problem was identifying major problems facing learners with hearing impairment and the solutions to these problems. The content of this report consists of five chapters. Chapter one details out the background information of the research environment, purpose of the study, statement of the problem, objectives of the study, research questions and significance of the study. Chapter two is all about review of related literature whose contents include; causes of hearing impairment and specific learning difficulties in various areas, indicators of hearing impairment on learners with specific learning difficulties in mathematics, problems and solutions of learners with hearing impairments and others. Chapter three describes the research methodology. The research methodology areas of concern are research designs, research environment, respondents, sampling methods and others. Chapter four reports research findings after the analysis. It specifies what the respondents gave out on the topic. Finally, Chapter five, which is the last, details out the discussions, conclusions and recommendations under below subtopics; discussions, conclusions and recommendations.
The effect of hearing impairment on the academic performance of learners with specific learning difficulties in mathematics in Ober zone Kasipul Division Rachuonyo South District
(Kampala International University,College of Education, 2012-04) Abekah, Benter Akeyo
The researcher report is about the Effect of hearing impairment on the academic performance of learners with specific learning difficulties in mathematics in Ober zone of Rachuonyo SouthDistrict. The statement of the problem was identifying major problems facing learners with hearing impairment and the solutions to these problems
Effect of mental retardation on academic perfomacnce of learners in Kakuyu Zone. Kyuso District - Kenya.
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open and Distance Learning, 2009-11) Kasyoka, Musili
The study was found at finding out the effects of mental retardation on academic performance of learners in Kaundu primary school Kakuyu zone Kyuso district. This was done through setting objectives and research questions which were to be presented to teachers and learners for data collection. This data was to be analyzed and presented to come out with a clear pictures of the problems faced by mentally retarded learners. The researcher had also to read widely and thoroughly together information on the contributions made by other people in addressing problems related to mental retardation. The researcher tried to identify the causes of mental retardation and its effects on academic performance and challenges faced by learners with mental retardation in Kaundu primary school, Kakunyu zone Kyuso district. She also had to find out the number of teachers trained on this area of disability and the teaching methods and approaches used in teaching learners with mental retardation. After analyzing the data, the researcher found out that there is a large number of mentally retarded learners in Kaundu primary school. It was also noted that teaching/ learning of the mentally retarded is faced with many barriers due to lack of enough trained personal and resources in this area of special need. In recommendation, the researcher tells that there is need for training and in - serving teachers in order to enable them acquire the new skills and knowledge needed to support the learners with mental retardation. The government should also provide for all the necessary resources required.