Research Papers/Topics in Open and Distance Learning

Effects of Girls School Drop out on Academic Performance in Bokhayo Central Zone, Busia District, Kenya

ABSTRACT The general objective of the study was to determine the causes of school drop out on girls in Bokhayo Central zone, Busia District, Kenya and come up with possible strategies to solve the problem. In the collection of data, all sources viewed relevant to this particular study were revisited and employed. This study used a descriptive cross sectional survey. The research used both the qualitative and quantitative analysis approaches in order to get a bigger picture both in number...

Sesemat and Students Performance on Science Subjects in Selected Olevel Secondary School; A Case Study of Kyamulibwa Subcounty in Kalungu District

ABSTRACT SESEMAT programme has been recognized as an effective tool in enhancing the quality of teaching and learning science and mathematics in secondary schools. The SESEMAT programme was introduced in 2005 with the purpose to improve the teaching ability of science and mathematics teachers at secondary level; and to improve performance in those subjects. The main objective of the study was to assess the impact of the SESEMAT programme on science and mathematics in ~Jganda; a case stud...

Factors Influencing Academic Performance of Girls in Public Primary Schools, A Case Study of Buyinja Subcounty, Namayingo District, Uganda

TABLE OF CONTENTDECLARATION ...................................................................................................................... 4APPROVAL ............................................................................................................................ 5DEDICATION ........................................................................................................................ 6ABBREVIATIONS ......................................................................

The Socio-Economic Effects of Teenage Pregnancies and Academic Performance of Learners in Selected Schools of Kalangala District

ABSTRACT This study sought to examine the effect of teenage pregnancy on socio-economic aspects of girls in the selected schools of Kalangala district specially to identify the causes of teenage pregnancy among the girls, the socio-economic consequences of teenage pregnancies, and investigated the measures that would be taken to curb this problem. The respondents used in the study were local leaders, teachers, parents who filled a semi-structured questionnaire containing items which had ...

The Effect of Poor Health on Academic Performance A Case Study of Kaliro Sub-County, Lyantonde District

ABSTRACT The study investigated the effect of poor health on academic performance The study was guided by specific objectives that included: identifying the cause of poor health, the effects of poor performance on academic performance and the relationship between poor health and academic performance The study was descriptive and analytical in nature where purposive sampling was used to select population It employed 60 respondents Data were analysed and presented using frequencies and Per...

The Influence of Parenting Styles on Socialisation of Children in Early Childhood Education A Case Study of Zimmerman Division, Nairobi District, Kasarani County

ABSTRACT The study investigated the effects of parenting styles on socialization of children in early childhood education. The study was guided by specific objectives that included; to identify the parenting styles, to establish the theories and types of socialization and to establish the effects of parenting styles on socialization. The study was descriptive and analytical in nature where stratified sampling was used to select population. It employed 60 respondents. Data were analyzed a...

Academic Performance Of Children Living With Single Parents In Mwingi Central, Mwingi District Kenya

ABSTRACTThe purpose of this study was to investigate the academic performance ofchildren living with single parents in Mwingi Central, Mwingi District Kenya.Specific Objectives of the study were: (1) To investigate the relationshipbetween children living with single parents and poor performance, (2)Investigate the relationship between children living with single parents andemotional stress, (3) Investigate the relationship between children living withsingle parents and dropping out of school ...

A Mathematical Model For Measles Transmission Dynamics In Luweero District Of Uganda

ABSTRACTIn this research work, Mathematical Model for Measles Transmission Dynamics in LuweeroDistrict of Uganda, SVEIR model was developed and analyzed. The model consists of five nonliner ordinary differential equations. The effective reproductive number, (the number ofsecondary infections when a single effective individual is introduced into a population where aproportion is protected) was obtained. Further the disease free and endemic equilibrium whereobtained and analyzed for stability. ...

Academic Performance Of Hearing Imp Aired Learners In Regular School In Magarini Zone, Magarini District, Kenya

ABSTRACT:he impact of free primary education has been manifold and complex. The quality and magnitude,f the programme has affected not only the normal physically fit pupil, but also the physicallyhallenged learners in inclusive schools as well as the wider community and society.'he study adopted a quantitative research design. This enhanced the researcher to obtain a betternderstanding of the problems and impact of free primary education on the quality of specialducation for the physically di...

HIV/AIDs And Education In Kibulgeny Zone, Eldoret Municipality Kenya

TABLE OF CONTENTSDECLARAT1ONDEDICATION iiAPPROVAL iiiACKNOWLEDGMENT ivABSTRACT vTABLE OF CONTENTS vCHAPTER ONE1.0 INTRODUCTION 11.1 Background to the Study 11.2 Statement of the Problem 31.3 Objectives of the Study 31.3.1 General Objective 31.3.2 Specific Objective 31.4 Research Questions 41.5 Scope of the Study 41.7 Limitations of the Study 5CHAPTER TWO2.0 INTRODUCTION 62.1 The Impact of HIV and AIDs on the Education Sector 62.2 The Impact on Teachers 72.2.1 Strategies for Addressing HIV and...

Challenges Facing Learners With Hearing Impairement In Regular Schools: A Case Study Of Galbert Zone, Garissa Districe, North Eastern Province, Kenya.

FABLE OF CONTENTSDeclaration.Dedication iiAcknowledgement iiiCHAPTER ON~1.1 Introduction1,2 Background Information 21.3 Statement of the Problem 31.4 Significance of the Study 51.5 Definition of Some Terms 5CHAPTER TWO2.0 Literature Review 72.1 Causes of Hearing Impainnent 72.2 Characteristics of Hearing Impaired Children 142.3 Challenges Faced by Teachers of Hearing Impaired Pupils 152.4 Challenges Faced by Hearing Impaired Leamers 222.5 Effect of the Challenges Educationally to the Leamers ...

Academic Performance Of Hearing Impaired Learners In Regular School In Ijara District, Kenya

ABSTRACTThe impact of free primary education has been manifold and complex. The quality andmagnitude of the programme has affected not only the normal physically fit pupil, but alsothe physically challenged learners in inclusive schools as well as the wider community andsociety.The study adopted a quantitative research design. This enhanced the researcher to obtain abetter understanding of the problems and impact of free primary education on the qualityof special education for the physically ...

Relationship Between Teaching Staff And The Administration On Student Performance In Secondary Schools Of Kitui Central Kitui - District Kenya

ABSTRACTThe purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of poorrelationship between the teaching staff and the school administrationcould have on students' performance. The investigation was carried insecondary schools in Kitui Central zone, Kitui District - Kenya. Thestudy involved a sample of 50 teacher randomly selected from allteachers in three schools in the Zone. The instruments of research theresearcher used are questionnaires in collecting data from the teachersinclusive of t...

Causes And Effects Of Girl Child School Dropout In The Community Of Budondo Sub-County, Jinja District.

ABSTRACTThe study on the causes and effects of girls’ school dropouts was carried out in Budondo subcounty Jinja district. The purpose of the study was to investigate the causes and effects of schooldropout in schools. The research was guided by the objectives of the study which included;finding out the causes of school dropouts in Budondo sub-county, finding out the effects ofstudents school dropouts in the community of Budondo sub-county. The sample size of 60 respondents was got fro...


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