Open and Distance Learning Research Papers/Topics

The Impact of Inclusive Education On Learners with Hearing Impairment in Regular Schools of Suba District, Kenya.

ABSTRACT This study examined the challenges of inclusion of children with hearing impairment in regular schools in Suba District in Kenya. The objectives of the study were to investigate the problems faced by children with hearing impairment in accessing education, determine the relevance of the education currently offered to children with hearing impairment and to come up with solutions that can avert the problem. Qualitative and quantitative designs were employed where convenient sampling w...

Absenteeism And Academic Performance Of Selected Primary Schools In Siaya District, Kenya (A Case Study Of Agulu Primary School, Boro Division)

ABSTRACT This research document contains a total of Five chapters. The chapters are preceded by the Preliminary pages which act as instruction to the research work. The titl°e talks about absenteeism and academic performance of selected pupils of Agulu Primary School, which is a case study school representing other schools in Siaya District. A declaration has been made stating that the work is original and completely belongs to the undersigned. Acknowledgements have been made to various pers...

Assessment Of Parents Surpport And Students' Performance; A Case Study Of Kombo Primary School, Chiakariga Education Zone In Thakara District Kenya

ABSTRACT This study examined the effect of parent's involvement in education on the academic performance of the mentally retarded children in public primary schools of Kenya specifically the study intended to: determine whether cultural beliefs among the parents affects the enrolment of mentally retarded children in the zone; determine whether the parents teach their mentally retarded children adaptive skills; To establish whether the parents of mentally retarded children play their role effe...

Some Factors Affecting School Administration In Primary Schools In Lwandeti Location, Matete Division, Lugar! District Of Kenya

ABSTRACT The research was concerned with some factors affecting school administration in primary schools in Lwandeti location in Matete Division, Lugari District. The study identified the factors, their impacts and the measures of solving them. Using a cross-sectional survey research design, the samples employed in the study were got from the secondary schools. The researcher made use of the questionnaire technique with the aid of focus group discussions to collect data. The data was categori...

Gender And Pupils Performance In Kiswaiitli At Kcpe In Selected Primary Schools In Riana Zone, Homa Bay District, Kenya

ABSTRACT The researcher was drawn into conducting this study following the report which revealed that Kiswahili was the worst performed subject in the national examination in Home -Bay District- Kenya and more particularly, in Riana Zone. The poor performance in the subject affected both boys and girls alike. The report further revealed that girls' performance was low as compared to that of boys. The purpose of the study was to examine the impact of gender on Kiswahili performance in the Keny...

Effects Of Early Pregnancy And Student’s Performance In Selected Secondary Schools In Kiboga District Uganda (A Case Study Of Comprehensive Senior Secondary School)

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study is to investigate the case of early pregnancy and student~s performance in selected secondary schools in Kiboga District and suggested possible solution to the problem. The specific objectives of the study is to investigate the causes of early pregnancy and students performance in schools. To find the effects of early pregnancy and student’s performance in schools. To get the solutions of early pregnancy and student’s performance in schools. The methods ...

Formal Education And Economic Development Acase Study Of Kyotera Town Council, Rakai District Uganda

ABSTRACT The study was conducted to find out the effects of formal education and economic development a case study of Kyotera Town Council Rakai District, A cross sectional survey research design was applied and qualitative research approach used. Purposive sampling was used and number of people were related including educated, the employed rich, moderate and poor both male and female. Data was analysed using descriptive statistics where frequency table and pie-charts were applied. The study ...

Effect Of Gender Issues On The Academic Performance Of Learners In Secondary Schools. A Case Study Of Thunguru Secondary School

ABSTRACT The essence of this study was to determine the effect of the gender issues on the academic performance of learners in selected schools of Othaya, Nyeri District, Kenya. Specific objectives of the study were to: examine the impact of gender on academic perfonnance of learners in Kiobatek district and to examine strategies used by schools to improve on the academic performance of the girls and boys in Othaya division. The methods used for data collection were face to face interview, wh...

A Situational Analysis Of School Drop- Outs Among Primary School Children In Kamarinyi Division Keiyo District

ABSTRACT This study on the causes of school dropouts in Kamarinyii Division, Keiyo District and it was specifically aimed at finding out the causes, effects and to identifY the problems and solutions of school dropouts. The research used a variety of data collections which include; self administered questionnaires, interviews and observation. The sampling techniques ust;d in this study were: simple random samplii).g, purposive sampling and stratified sampling. The major findings of the study ...

INDUSTRIALIZATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL TRENDS IN NALUKOLONGO WETLAND IN LUBAGA DIVISION KAMPALA DISTRICT.

Abstract The focus of this study was to investigate the impact of industrialization on the wetland environment of Nalukolongo. The study is of a great significance as it aims not only to harmonize the ecological losses resulting from wetland conversion but also, to bring into focus the forces that have been detrimental to wetland environment. The main variables the study considered include: Types of industries and their products, the role of industrialization in Nalukolongo wetland reclamatio...

An Investigation Into Factors Affecting Performance Of Social Studies In Primary Schools In Busaba Sub-county, Butaleja District.

ABSTRACT The topic of this research was "an iovestigation into the factors affecting performance in social studies in Busaba Sub-County in Butaleja district". The objectives of the study were to : find out the most effective and efficient methods of teaching social studies in primary schools, the type of instructional materials used in teaching social studies and the teachers attitude towards teaching social studies. The significance of this study may help the teachers in the field, education...

The Impact Of Teacher Motivation On Student Performance In Uganda; A Case Study Of Nansana Town Council, Wakiso District Chapter One

ABSTRACT This study expounds the inWact of teacher motivation on student performance in Uganda; A case study ofNansana town council, wakiso district. The purpose of this research study was to critically examine the influence of teacher motivation on student performance in secondary schools in Uganda but researcher used Nansana town council to act as the a representation of the whole area of study for deeper investigation.. This study was guided by three main objectives the general one being; ...

Effects Of Communication Difficulties On Academic Performance Of Learners With Hearing Impairment: A Case Study Of Gem Division, Siaya County

ABSTRACT The study investigated the effects of communication difficulties n academic performance of learners with hearing impairment. The study was guided by specific objectives that included; identifying ways in which our communication can be improved to suit school performance, the effect of communication on school performance, roles of the school in reducing communication barriers. The study was descriptive and analytical in nature where purposive sampling was used to select population. It...

Drug Abuse And Students Descipline Of Wajir Girls Secondary School In Wajir Central, Kenya

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to investigate drug abuse and discipline of girls of Wajir girls’ school in wajir central in Wajir district, Kenya. The specific objectives of the study were to determine the relationship between drug abuse and the discipline of girls, identify the common drugs abused by girls and the effects of drugs on students. The methods used for data collection were questionnaires to the students and interviews with the teachers. The findings revealed that studen...

Factors Affecting Performance Of Physics Subject Among Secondary Schools In Siakago Division, Mbeere District, Kenya.

ABSTRACT The main objectives of this study were to investigate into effectiveness of teaching Physics and factors which influence educational aspirations of secondary schools in Siakago Division. The objectives guiding the study were that, students· social background, personal and social factors influence their education and occupational aspirations. These factors were considered to be important since they have not been investigated in Siakago Division .The subjects for this study willl00 in...


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