Open and Distance Learning Research Papers/Topics

PUBLIC FINANCING EFFICIENCY ON UTILITY PROJECT PERFORMANCE: A CASE OF WATER SECTOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME IN DAR ES SALAAM AND SHINYANGA, TANZANIA

ABSTRACT The study examines effect of public financing efficiency on utility project performance taking the case of water sector development programme in Dar es Salaam and Shinyanga Regions in Tanzania. The objectives of the study were to find out how financial planning, financial budgeting, financial reporting, financial release and financial expenditure affect the performance of water utility projects. Performance includes quality of water, regular supply of water, bills and economic devel...

Teachers Attitude Towards Inclusion of Learners with Visual Impairments. (A Case Study of Muhoro Primary School) Gatamaiyu Zone

CHAPTER ONe 1.0 Introduction ........................................................................ 1 1 .1 Background Of The Problem............................................ 1 1.3 Statement Of The Problem............................................... 3 1.4 Objectives Of The Study..................................................... 3 1.4.1 General Objectives Of The Study................................... 3 1.4.2 Specific Objectives Of The Study................................ 3 1. 5 Sc...

Nutrition and Academic Performance of Learners in Selected Early Childhood Centres Ln Kiharu Division Muranga Drstrict Kenya

Abstract The major purpose of the study was to determine Nutrition and Academic Performance of Learners in Selected Early Childhood Centres in Kiharu Division Murcmg'a District Kenya. The .1pecific objectives of the study were to investigate the impact of nutrition on academic pe1formance of early childhood, to determine the impact of Nutrition on the healthy development of children and to determine the impact of nutrition on enrolment and attendance of children in schools in Selected Early C...

Challenges Encountered in Implementing Free Primary Education in Nyeri Municipality Nyeri Kenya

ABSTRACT The research assessed the strength and challenges encountered in implementing free primary education in Nyeri Municipality. Little strength was noted like high enrollment, reduction of street children among others. However there were some challenges like lack of enough teachers, inadequate learning facilities like desks and infrastructural materials e.g. text books among others.

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...

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 ...

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...

Challanges Faced By Pupils Who Are Mentally Disturbed In Prima Y School; A Case Study Of Iyego Zone, Murang' A Districf, Central Province Kenya

THE ABSTRACTThis research presents a review on the challenges faced by pupils who are mentally disturbedin primary schools. It provides an interpretive critique of the studies reviewed and focuses onthese areas:-(i) The effects of teachers' attitudes towards teaching mentally disturbed learnershindering educational performance.(ii) The educational challenges faced by mentally disturbed learners.(iii) The relationship between availability of sufficient teaching materials and performanceof ment...

Challanges Facing The Education Of Hearing Impairments Learning In Masinga Division, Yatta District,Kenya

ABSTRACTThe research topic was on challenges facing the education of the hearing impaired/earners in schools in Masinga Division. In chapter one, the researcher came up withthe statement of the problem and the objectives of the study. In chapter two -literature review the researcher defined the term hearing impairment stated thecauses and the types of hearing impairment. In this chapter the researcher noted thecharacteristics, which enables one to identify a learner with hearing impairment; t...


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