Self Esteem and Students Academic Achievement in Selected Secondary Schools in Kakamega District

ABSTRACT The study set out to investigate the relationship between programmed self esteem and students academic performance in Kakamega District, Kenya. The specific objectives of the study were to investigate the level of self esteem among the learners, level of academic performance and finally the relationship between self esteem and academic performance in kakamega District. The study used a descriptive correlative survey research design. The sample size consisted of 204 students. The methods of data collection was self administered questionnaires. The findings revealed that self esteem has a significant effect on students achievement. The study recommended that the teachers can put all measures in place to improve learners’ self esteem. More teachers should be trained and sensitized on aspects that can help them improve the learners’ self esteem. Parents should be sensitized on the importance of participating in overseeing their children’s self esteem. 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter Page

Declaration A ii

Declaration B iii

Approval sheet iv

Dedication v

Acknowledge vi

Abstract vii

Table of content viii

List of Tables x

THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE 1

Background of the Study 1

Statement of the Problem 2

Purpose of the Study 2

Research Objectives 2

Research Questions 3

Hypothesis 3

Scope 4

Significance of the Study 4

Operational Definitions of Key Terms 5

Two REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE 6

Concepts, Ideas, Opinions from Authors/Experts 6

Theoretical Perspectives 9

Related Studies 11

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Three METHODOLOGY 14

Research Design 14

Research Population 14

Sample Size 14

Sampling Procedure 15

Research Instrument 15

Validity and Reliability of the Instrument 16

Data Gathering Procedures 16

Data Analysis 17

Ethical Considerations 18

Limitations of the Study 18

Four PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION

OF DATA 20

Five FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS, RECOMMENDATIONS 27

Findings 27

Conclusions 34

Recommendations 34

References 34

Appendices 36

Appendix I - Transmittal Letter 40

Appendix II — Clearance from Ethics Committee 41

Appendix III - Informed consent 43

Appendix III - Research instrument 44

Researchers Curriculum Vitae 49