Social Factors and Pupils’ Academic Achievementin Selected Primary Schools in Vol District Taita Taveta County District Kenya

ABSTRACT The study was concerned with social factors on pupils’ academic achievement in primary schools in Voi District kenya. The study was guided by 4 objectives; Determining the profile of the respondents, the level of social factors, the level of academic achievement, and the relationship between level of academic achievement and level of social factors. The study applied a co relational survey design using quantitative approach to derive meaning from quantitative data generated. The main research instrument used to obtain data during the study was Likert scale questionnaire researcher made to suit the objectives of the study. Data collection was guided by the research questions and objectives. A total of 216 respondents were used. Results from the study and analysis showed that there was a significant relationship between social factors and academic achievement of pupils in primary schools. Revelations from the study further indicated that there is low level of academic achievement in voi district primary schools. The study further recommended that the Parents should be involved in enhancing discipline in their schools. The school administration should use guidance and counseling effectively to curb cases of indiscipline, drug abuse and early pregnancies and finally, The government should provide social amenities such as public library in Voi District to keep the learners busy so as they may use their leisure time wisely.

 TABLE OF CONTENTS

DECLARATION A ii

DECLARATION B iii

APPROVAL SHEET iv

DEDICATION v

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT vi

ABSTRACT vii

TABLE OF CONTENTS viii

LIST OF TABLES ix

LISTOF FIGURES x

Chapter Page

One 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 of the study 3

Significance of the Study 3

Operational Definitions of Key Terms 4

Two REVIEWOFRELATED LITERATURE 6

introduction 6

Concepts, Ideas, Opinions From Authors/Experts 6

Theoretical perspective 13

Related Studies 17

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Three METHODOLOGY 20

Research Design 20

Research Population 20

Sample Size 20

Research Instrument 21

Validity and Reliability of the Instrument 21

Data Gathering Procedures 22

Data Analysis 22

Ethical Considerations 23

Limitations of the Study 24

Four PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION 26

OF DATA

Five FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS, RECOMMENDATIONS 34

Findings 34

Conclusions 37

Recommendations 37

References 39

Appendices 43

Appendix I - Transmittal Letter 43

Appendix II- Face Sheet 44

Appendix III - Clearance from Ethics Committee 45

Appendix IV - Informed Consent 46

Appendix V - Research Instrument 47

Researcher’s Curriculum Vitae 51