Perception of students and teachers on academic performance in selected molo secondary schools, Kenya

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2010-10
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Kampala International University ,College of Education
Abstract
The purpose of the study is to assess the perception of students and teachers on academic performance in selected Mob Secondary schools in Kenya. The specific objectives of the study were; to determine the relationship between Poverty and performance of Students in national examinations, to determine the relationship between School facilities and performance Of Students in national examinations, to determine the relationship between the quality of teachers and performance of Students in national examinations, to determine the relationship between Indiscipline and performance Of Students in national examinations and to determine the relationship between Home environment and performance of Students in national examinations. The methods of data collection were questionnaires and interviews. The study revealed that school facilities are important for Students to perform well in examinations. The study revealed that unqualified teachers do not teach well and this leads to poor performance in national examinations. The study revealed that children who are indiscipline perform poorly in national examinations. Finally, the study revealed that parents who encourage their children contribute positively to children’s performance. School facilities should be provided in schools so that children understand what they are taught. More teachers should be trained to cater for the growing number of Students due to Free Secondary Education. The school environment should be made conducive for the Students for example a clean environment should be emphasized and security provided. Parents should be sensitized on the importance of participating in their children’s education and school activities.
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A Thesis Presented to the School of Postgraduate Studies and Research Kampala International University Kampala, Uganda in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree in educational administration and management
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Perception of students and teachers, Academic Performance
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