Poverty and School Drop Out in Busia Municipality Busia District, Uganda.
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2019-09
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Kampala International University, School of Education, Open and Distance and E-learning
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to investigate the causes of poverty and school drop out of students
selected in schools in Busia Municipality Busia District, Uganda. The specific objectives of the study
were to find out the cause of school dropout, to find out the impact of poverty on school dropout and
establish solutions to the school dropout problem in Busia Municipality Busia District, Uganda. The
methods used for data collection was interviews for the parents and questionnaires for teachers and
students involved in the study The findings were presented and interpreted in relation to the study
objectives and research questions, while linking to the existing literature, results included
demographic characteristics, frequency and percentages. Basing on the findings. It was observed
that poverty affected and caused school drop outs negatively. In chapter five development of
solutions to the problems, effects and causes of drop out. The findings suggested some
recommendations on areas of providing free education for all students, bursaries and also dealing
with parents who force their children in early marriage.
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A Research Report Submitted to the College of Education, Open, Distance And E-Learning in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Award of Bachelor of Arts with Education of Kampala International University
Keywords
Poverty, School Drop Out, Busia District