Research Papers/Topics in Early Childhood Education

Perception Of Early Childhood Education Teachers Towards Performance Appraisal: A Case Of Teachers Sergoit Zone, Uasin S District -Kenya

ABSTRACT The purpose of the study was to determine the perception of ECD teachers towards performance-appraisal. The study was on perception. The study was carried out in Sergoit Zone ofUasin Gishu District, Kenya. The study adopted a theoretical framework i.e. systems theory. The main purpose of the study was to investigate the ECD teacher perfo rmance appraisal and its effect to effective school management. A case study was adop ted for the study. The target population was 46 comprising of...

The Impact Of Free Primary Education On Early Childhood Development In Kakuku Primary School, Yatta District Kenya

ABSTRACT Despite the importance of pre-school as a foundation for the country's formal education, the Ministry of Education spends less than one percent of its budget on this sub-sector. The General objective of the study was to determine the impact of free primaiy education on early childhood education. The reseai·ch study was conducted between December 2008- April 2009. The study was carried in Kakuku primai·y school, Y atta district. The study benefits the early childhood pupils since t...

Hiv/aids and social development of children aged 4- 6 years in kiviu pre-school, mutomo zone, mutomo district, eastern province, kenya.

ABSTRACT The study is aimed at finding out the effects of HIV/AIDS in social development of children aged 4 - 6 years in Kiviu Primary School, Mutomo zone, Mutomo District, Eastern Province of Kenya. Most of the African communities have not accepted HIV/AIDs as a disease but it is associated with witchcraft and curses. This has led to a lot of deaths in our societies hence leaving many children in our societies affected and others infected. In most African societies, the effects of HIV/AIDS ...

Influence Of Familybased Factors On Schoolattendance Among Three-to-eight Year Old’s In Kitui County, Kenya

In order to achieve success in education, regular school attendance is emphasized. Despite the efforts imposed to ensure regular school attendance, cases of low school attendance are still experienced. Studies done on low school attendance have not included family based factors. The purpose of this study was to find out the extent to which family based factors influence school attendance among children aged three-to eight years. The study was carried out in Kitui County. The rationale of...

Relationship Between Instructional Materials And Science Curriculum Delivery In Pre-primary Schools In Naivasha, Nakuru County, Kenya.

This study was carried out to examine the relationship between instructional materials and delivery of pre-primary science curriculum in Naivasha Sub County, Nakuru County, Kenya. Despite the fact that many scholars have conducted extensive studies on educational practices and outcomes, the performance of science in Kenyan schools has continued to be deplorable. The researcher therefore, aimed at exploring the link between instructional materials and science curriculum delivery. The obj...

Influence Of School Governance On Adequacy Of Resources In Pre-Primary Schools In Embu County, Kenya

ABSTRACT  There exists a close relationship between availability of resources and effective teaching in pre-primary schools. Children who are exposed to sufficient resources within a school climate develop positive self-concept, achieve higher in reading, writing and mathematics participate in play to develop their muscles. The purpose of the study was to assess the influence of school governance on adequacy of resources in pre-primary schools in Embu County, Kenya. The study explored the in...

Influence Of Teacher Preparedness On Provision Of Safe Pre-Primary School Learning Environment In Vihiga County, Kenya

ABSTRACT Safety of pupils in schools is a matter of concern globally. In Kenyan schools, children have lost their lives in the past few years due to arson, accidents and poisoning. Specifically, in Vihiga County, a high number of accidents have been reported in schools in spite of the existence of safety standards manual by the Ministry of Education. Although accidents could occur due to various factors, the study only purposed to find out the influence of teachers‟ preparedness on the pro...

Determinants Of Trainees Satisfaction With The Quality Of Education In Pre-Primary School Teacher Training Colleges In Kiambu County, Kenya

ABSTRACT Globally, provision of quality early childhood education training remains elusive especially in most developing countries. There are various challenges facing implementation of Early Childhood Education despite its growth. This is with regards to training and trainees’ welfare and their satisfaction. The purpose of this study was to assess the trainees’ satisfaction with the quality of training in Colleges offering early childhood development and education programmes in Thika We...

Quality Of Pre-Primaryschool Education: A Comparative Study Of Private And Public Pre-Primary School Centres In Nairobi City County, Kenya

ABSTRACT Quality education is paramount for the realization of holistic development of learners. Parents invest a lot in their children‟s education which calls for the provision of quality education. Both public and private sector have to ensure that quality education is provided. The purpose of this study was to compare the quality of pre-primary school education offered by public and private pre-primary schools in Nairobi City County, Kenya. The target population was all public and priva...

Storytelling As An Instructional Strategy For Teaching Reading Skills At Pre-Primary School Level In Machakos County, Kenya

ABSTRACT  Teaching of reading skills of pre-primary school learners has been established to contribute immensely to their holistic development. However, such teaching of reading skills and learning has been confronted with numerous challenges in Yatta Sub-county and has been a concern to many education stakeholders. Thus, the study intended to evaluate effectiveness of teacher’s use of storytelling in teaching reading skills at pre-primary school level in Yatta Sub-county, Machakos County,...

Teacher Related Determinants Influencing The Provision Of Quality Early Childhood Education In Njoro Division, Nakuru County, Kenya

ABSTRACT The benefits associated with quality education have been acknowledged globally. Quality early childhood education programmes have been found to help to build a strong foundation for the child’s physical, mental, emotional, and social development that prepare them for a lifetime. In regard to this early childhood education was believed to prepare children for primary school. The purpose of this study was to investigate teacher related determinants factors influencing the provision ...

Teacher- Preparedness In Integrating Information And Communication Technology In Instruction In Lower Primary Schools In Nyamira County, Kenya

ABSTRACT The potential benefits of ICT integration in teaching and learning in schools have been extensively discussed in the academic literature worldwide. In recent years in Kenya, there has been rapid expansion in integration of ICT in primary school education. The Government of Kenya has further put in place many initiatives to enhance the same. However, studies show that ICT has not been fully adopted in the teaching and learning environment in most primary schools. Many researchers arg...

Influence Of School Environment On Teacher Retention In Early Childhood Development Centres In Nyatike, Migori County, Kenya

In this study teacher retention is considered to enlingten different stakeholders on strategies that can be adopted to retain teachers in schools. Teachers play a crucial role in education, providing instruction and guidance to ensure student-learning and holistic development.The purpose of the study was to establish the influence of school environment which includes (work conditions, benefits, management style, Professional progression) on teacher retention in Early Childhood Developmen...

Teacher Factors Influencing Use Of Play As A Teaching Strategy In Pre- Primary S Chools In Kiambu County, Kenya

Globally, play has been found to contribute immensely to the holistic growth and development of preschool learners. Although local studies have reported that the use of play in pre-schools is limited, the issue of teacher factors influencing utilization of play as a strategy for teaching has not received much attention. Therefore, this study aimed at establishing teacher factors influencing the utilization of play as a strategy of teaching, in public pre-primary schools in Ruiru Sub-coun...

Influence Of Pre-School Playground Factors On Participation Of Children In Physical Education In Nairobi City County, Kenya

ABSTRACT Participation in Physical Education (PE) or outdoor activities in pre-school is one of the most important aspects that predict children’s healthy growth and development. Outdoor activities enable the children to develop physically, mentally, cognitively and socially. Advocates in the field of education indicate that participation in outdoor activities has been hampered by various challenges that have either discouraged the children to participate or have denied them participation ...


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