The influence of pupil absenteeism on academic performance in selected primary schools in Kitswamba sub county and Hima town council of Kasese District
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Date
2012
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Kampala International University
Abstract
The study set out to establish the influence of pupil absenteeism on academic performance of pupils in selected primary schools in Kitswamba sub-county and Hima town council
It was guided by the following research questions:
What are the causes of pupil absenteeism?
Is there a relationship between pupil absenteeism and level of academic performance in primary schools?
What mechanisms are being employed to address the challenge of absenteeism?
The study targeted a population of 5477 pupils, 100 teachers and 8 head teachers plus parents.
320 pupils 40 teacher 8 head teachers and 20 parents were sampled.
Qualitative methods of investigation were employed in collecting data.
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Academic performance, Kasese District, Uganda