Poverty and academic performance of primary school pupils in Kendu, bay sub division, Rachuonyo district Nyanza province, Kenya
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Date
2009-11
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Kampala International University, Faculty of Education
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to establish· the effects of poverty on pupil's academic
performance of the selected primary schools in Kendu-Bay sub division, Rachuonyo
district, Kenya.
The specific objectives of the study were to investigate the relationship between the
effects mentioned and academic performance in Kendu-Bay sub division, and to
investigate the role of the community in alleviating poverty and improving education in
Kendu-Bay sub division.
The study employed a descriptive research design and the instruments used for data
collection were questionnaires to the staff members of the schools and pupils involved in
the study and interview guides.
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
poverty affected the academic performance of pupils negatively. The findings suggested
recommendations on areas pertaining to the provision of school facilities for pupils to
learn well.
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A research report submitted to Faculty of Education in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the Award of a Degree of Bachelor of Arts with Education of Kampala International University
Keywords
academic performance, primary