Arts and Social Sciences Education Research Papers/Topics

Strategies For Motivating Teachers In Tanzanian Rural Public Ordinary Secondary Schools: A Case Of Ushetu Council In Kahama District

ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to investigate the strategies employed by heads of schools for motivating teachers used in rural public secondary schools in Tanzania. The study was conducted in Ushetu Council, where by 8 rural public ordinary level secondary schools were selected. The study involved 51 respondents where 32 were classroom teachers, 8 were academic masters, 8 were heads of the respective schools, 2 school inspectors and 1 Secondary District Officer. The study used probabili...

The Impact Of Equip-Tanzania On Primary School Teachers’ Professional Capacity To Develop Teaching And Learning Materials: A Case Of Kongwa District

ABSTRACT  This study was about the impact of Equip-Tanzania on primary school teachers’ professional development to develop teaching and learning materials in Kongwa District. The study was guided by four objectives: First, to explore teachers’ perceptions about professional development on preparation of teaching and learning materials in primary schools. Second, to identify opportunities for professional development under EQUIP-T on preparation of teaching and learning materials in prim...

The Study Of The Effect Of Science Camp Program In Zanzibar: Focus On Participation By Gender

ABSTRACT This study examined the long-term impact of the Science camp program on academic performance in selected schools in Zanzibar. The study was carried on two Islands of Zanzibar between . The goal was to examine the impact of the Zanzibar science camp program on students’ enrollment and performance in sciences subjects. The significance of the study is that it sensitizes the public on the importance of participation in annual science camp programs. A descriptive correlation research ...

Parents And Teachers’ Roles In Promoting Reading Habits Among Secondary School Students In Tanzania: A Case Of Busokelo District

ABSTRACT The study examined the roles of parents and teachers in promoting reading habits among students in secondary schools in Tanzania, following the general cry that reading habits had declined in secondary education. Mixed method approach was used, that is to say both Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches were used. A stratified random sampling method was used to select the 200 students from 10 schools to participate in the study while, purposive sampling was used to get 15 teachers, ...

Adult Education In Contemporary Tanzania: A Swot Analysis Of Learning Programmes In Selected Urban And Rural Settings

ABSTRACT The role of adult education for national development has remained critical for many decades irrespective of time and space differences. This study investigated the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of adult education programmes in Tanzania. Data were collected from 31 informants sampled from Chamwino district and Dodoma municipality through purposive, purposive-random sampling and snowball sampling. Data were collected through qualitative methods, i.e. interviews, obs...

Integrative Language Supportive Materials For Enhancing Learners’ Development Of Economics Language Competencies In Tanzanian Advanced Secondary School

ABSTRACT This study designed integrative language supportive materials in teaching and learning economics for improving learners‟ language skills in Dodoma Municipal Secondary Schools. The study objectives were to design integrative language supportive materials for enhancing language competence among economics learner in A-level secondary schools, tryout the designed materials in the classrooms for formative evaluation and to evaluate the effectiveness of the materials to enhance student�...

The Influence Of School Climate On Classroom Instruction In Public Secondary Schools In Tanzania: The Case Of Iramba District

ABSTRACT This study examines the influence of school climate on classroom instructions in secondary schools in Tanzania. Systems and condition for learning perspectives were used as theoretical frameworks. The study specifically examined the type of school climate found in Iramba district; explored the influence of school climate on classroom instruction, and the stakeholders’ views on the best ways to make school climate more effective for enhancing classroom instructions in public second...

Prospects And Challenges Of Provision Of Nonformal Education In Formal Education Institutions: The Case Of The Institute Of Adult Education Centre In Songea

ABSTRACT  This study examined the prospects and challenges of provision of non-formal education in formal education centres. The study specifically examined experience of adult learners in secondary education system in Tanzania and the challenges that they face. The study also sought the perceptions of stakeholder on the use of formal education institutions to provide non-formal education. A total of 47 learners and stakeholders participated in this study. Case study design and qualitative a...

Enhancing Andragogy Methods And Outcomes In Adult And Non Formal Education: Design Of Photograph - Based Geography Instructional Materials (Pbim)

ABSTRACT The purpose of the study was to support andragogy centred teaching and learning methods and outcomes in adult and non-formal education programmes in Dodoma city through designing adult learner supportive Photography-based Instructional Materials (PBIM) in Geography subject. This was a mixed approach developmental study guided by three objectives which were to (i) design the PBIM lessons, (ii) assess the practicability of designed lessons‟ materials and (iii) assess the effectivene...

The Influence Of Artisanal And Small Scale Mining On Primary School Pupils’ Learning Achievements: A Case Of Biharamulo District - Tanzania

ABSTRACT This study is about the influence of Artisanal and small scale mining on primary school pupils‘ learning achievement. It was conducted in Biharamulo District located in Kagera region. The respondents were head teachers, primary teachers, primary school pupils, and ASM leaders. The study employed a cross sectional survey design. Data were collected through interviews, questionnaires, documentary review and Focused Group Discussion. Data were presented and analysed through tables an...

Investigation Of The Opportunities And Challenges Facing Pupils With Disabilities In Implementing Inclusive Education In Tanzania: A Case Of Igunga District

ABSTRACT This dissertation is about the opportunities and challenges of the implementation of inclusive education facing pupils with disabilities in Tanzania public primary schools. The study was conducted in Igunga District to investigate the opportunities of pupils with disabilities in implementing inclusive education, explore the challenges facing pupils with disabilities in the implementation of inclusive education, and examine the strategies used to overcome the challenges facing pupils...

Testing Practices In Inclusive Primary Schools: Experience Of Pupils With Disabilities In Tanzania

ABSTRACT The study was conducted to assess the testing practices in inclusive primary schools for pupils with disabilities in Tanzania. The study focused on four specific objectives; to examine the techniques of testing pupils with disabilities in inclusive schools, to investigate classroom environment and structure of testing pupils with disabilities, to explore behaviours of teachers in testing pupils with disabilities and to investigate problems facing teachers in testing pupils with disa...

Assessing The Utilization Of Capitation Grants In Public Primary Schools: A Case Study Of Iringa District In Tanzania

ABSTRACT The study assessed the utilization of capitation grants in public primary schools in Iringa District. Specifically, it examined the disbursement procedures of capitation grant from Central Government to schools, to understand how capitation grants are utilized in schools, the study was extended into exploring the challenges facing school management in utilizing capitation grants and its implications to quality education and finally suggested strategies to rectify the situation. The ...

Roles Of Heads Of Schools To Teachers’ Professional Development At Work Place In Public Secondary Schools: The Case Of Kilombero District In Morogoro Region

ABSTRACT  The purpose of the study was to examine roles of heads of public secondary schools in teachers‟ professional development (TPD) at workplace in Tanzania, focusing on Kilombero district. The study had two research objectives; exploration/ examination of heads of secondary schools‟ roles; for TPD at workplace and ways of professional development of secondary school teachers at their workplace. The challenges faced by teachers and secondary school leaders due to professional develo...

Influence Of Teacher’s Knowledge And Skills Of Competence Based Assessment Practices On Student’s Achievements In Commerce: A Case Of Selected Secondary Schools In Dodoma City

ABSTRACT This study investigated the influence of teacher‟s knowledge and skills on Competence Based Assessment (CBA) practices on students' achievement in Commerce. The study also investigates teacher‟ assessment, behavior as well as to propose the best ways commerce could be taught following CBA. The sampled schools were seven. The study was a mixed research approach that used samples of 74 respondents; 7 academic masters, 13 Commerce teachers and 54 commerce students. Data were collec...


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