The Causes and Effects of Poor Academic Performance in Selected Secondary Schools in Kabartonjo Division, Balingo North District Kenya
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2010-11
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Kampala International University, bachelors degree of education
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to investigate the causes and effect of poor academic performance in
secondary schools in Kabartonjo Division, Baringo North District, Kenya The specific objectives of the
study were to determine if discipline affects the students' academic performance, to determine if a
teacher's quality affects the students' academic performance; and to determine if school facilities affect
the students' academic performance in Secondary schools. The methods used for data collection was
questionnaires and interview guides to students, teachers and head teachers of the schools involved in
the study. In chapter four, 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. Based on the findings it was observed that teacher qualities,
discipline of students; and school facilities have a direct impact on the students' academic performance.
In chapter five, development of solutions to the problem, summary of the findings and conclusions were
attempted. The findings suggested recommendations that the Government should provide more
teaching learning facilities in schools to make the learning environment more attractive to students and
teachers among other recommendations.
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Research Report Submitted To The Institute Of Open And Distance Learning In Partial Fulfillment Of The Requirement For The Ward Of A Degree Of Bachelor Of Education Of Kampala International University.
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Effects of Poor Academic Performance, Balingo North District Kenya