scholarly journals Relationship between leadership practices and labour turnover among private schools in Rongai Sub-County, Nakuru-Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 65-76
Author(s):  
Beatrice Achieng' Omindo ◽  
Paul Omato Gesimba ◽  
David Gichuhi
Keyword(s):  
Primary Schools ◽  
Leadership Practices ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Correlation Method ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Labor Turnover ◽  
School Activities ◽  
Analysis Technique

The study sought to determine the relationship between leadership practices and labor turnover in private primary schools in Kenya with a specific focus on Rongai Sub-County in Nakuru County, Kenya. The theoretical framework of this study was derived from the Two-Factor Theory and Organization Support Theory. The study used a descriptive survey design and targeted a population of 680 employees of 34 private primary schools in the study area. A sample of 204 employees was picked using the simple random sampling method. Questionnaires were used to collect quantitative data from teachers while interview guides were used to collect qualitative data from headteachers and their deputies. Descriptive statistics were computed for each study variable while the Pearson correlation method was used to test the effect of the leadership practices on labor turnover. Qualitative data collected through the interviews were analyzed using the thematic content analysis technique. Results revealed that there is a high labor turnover in the private primary schools in Rongai with a rating of 71.2%. Results also showed that there were less than optimal leadership practices in schools with a rating of 50.8%. Labor turnover in the schools was negatively and significantly associated with leadership practices (r=-.523, p=.000). The study recommends that private primary schools ensure that teachers are actively involved in making key decisions and management of school activities in order to reduce labor turnover.

scholarly journals Effects of Inaccessibility of Sanitary pads on Academic Performance of Girls in Primary Schools in Njoro Sub-County

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 84-93
Author(s):  
Wambui Alice; Charles Nyamwaya; Kimani Njoroge
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
School Activities ◽  
Female Teachers ◽  
Sanitary Pads ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The purpose of this study was to analyse the effects of inaccessibility of sanitary pads on the academic performance of girls in primary schools in Njoro Sub-County. The survey targeted girls in primary schools in Njoro sub-county. Primary school girls do not do well in academic performance and also do not participate fully in school activities, and so the study sought to find out the causes for this. A descriptive survey design was applied in the study. Questionnaires and Focus Group Discussions (FGD) were used to collect data from the girls and female teachers. The target population was 4595 class 6-8 girls in Njoro Sub –County and 858 female teachers. A sample of 101 girls was selected for the study using simple random sampling to pick the specific girls. 87 Female teachers were sampled using purposive sampling. The data was analysed through descriptive statistics, tables and charts were also used for presentation. The conclusion was drawn from the findings and recommendation for further research was made.

scholarly journals School Management Committee Monitoring Skills and Performance of Government Aided Muslim Founded Primary Schools in Uganda: A Case of Bugisu Muslim District Council

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 45-55
Author(s):  
Habiba Namagembe ◽  
Christopher Samuel Mayanja ◽  
Rashid Kinsambwe
Keyword(s):  
Adult Literacy ◽  
Financial Literacy ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Monitoring And Evaluation ◽  
School Management ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
School Activities ◽  
The Government

The performance of Muslim Founded educational institutions has picked a lot of interest globally over the years. The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council established structures at different levels of administration to participate in the monitoring of Muslim-founded Schools. This study premised on Osborne and Gaebler's (1992) constructs of monitoring, aimed at investigating how monitoring skills of the foundation body representatives on the School Management Committees contribute to the performance of Government Aided Muslim Founded Primary Schools in Uganda, taking a case of the BMDC. A descriptive cross-sectional survey design was adopted for this study, with quantitative and qualitative data approaches, while multivariable linear regression was used to obtain the magnitude of the contribution of SMC monitoring skills to the performance of the primary schools under BMDC. The study revealed that monitoring skills have a positive correlation with the performance of the Government Aided Muslim Founded Primary Schools, though, the correlation is moderate. The moderate correlation is caused by insufficient monitoring skills exhibited by the foundation body representatives in areas such as the development of performance indicators, collection of relevant data during monitoring, designing of monitoring tools, and usage of appropriate methods during monitoring. The study, therefore, concluded that such insufficient monitoring skills have hindered them to adequately monitor which has partly affected the performance of the schools. It is as such recommended that BMDC needs to incorporate specific non-financial empowerment capacity-building components into school activities tailored to train the members on the SMC in aspects of monitoring and evaluation, adult literacy, and financial literacy for improved skills, knowledge, and leadership.

scholarly journals Effect of Teachers’ Own Perception of Their Profession on Job Satisfaction and Performance in the Private Primary Schools in Yei Town, South Sudan

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 235
Author(s):  
Alyaha Daniel Felix Ohide ◽  
Rosemary Wahu Mbogo
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Private Schools ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
South Sudan ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Head Teachers ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The Impact

<div><p>Teachers often find themselves frustrated at work because of conflicting expectations concerning their professional and social roles within the community. This paper looks at the effect of teachers’ perception of their profession on their satisfaction at job and performance. The authors employ a survey design in private schools in Yei Town, South Sudan to establish the impact of these perceptions. Simple random sampling technique was used to select the respondents from ten private schools. The respondents’ therefore included 10 head teachers, 100 teachers giving a total of 110 respondents. Questionnaires were used for data collection. Data collected was analysed by the use of Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 12.0 was and presented in frequencies and percentages and a regression analysis performed to establish the relationships among the variables. The study findings indicated that a considerable number of the teachers (38.9%) indicated that teacher’s own perception of their own profession does not affect the teachers’ job satisfaction and performance.</p></div>

scholarly journals Perception of School Heads on Teachers’ Professionalism and Pupils’ Behavior as Determinants of Academic Achievement among Primary Schools in Central Nyanza, Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 117-123
Author(s):  
Daniel Oduor Onyango
Keyword(s):  
Academic Achievement ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Negative Attitude ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Curriculum Content ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
School Heads

The purpose of this study was to establish the perception of school heads on teachers’ professionalism and pupils’ behavior as determinants for academic achievement among primary schools in Central Nyanza Region, Kenya. The study employed the descriptive survey design. The population of the study consisted of heads of 1356 primary schools in the counties of Kisumu and Siaya which are found in Central Nyanza Region of Kenya. Stratified random sampling was used to select a sample of 136 heads of schools from the two counties which was 10% of the population. The instruments used to collect data were a questionnaire and an interview guide. Descriptive statistics in terms of means and standard deviations were used to analyze the quantitative data while the thematic approach was used to analyze qualitative data. The study concluded that teachers’ professionalism and pupils’ behaviors such as absenteeism and negative attitude towards the curriculum content contributed to poor academic achievement among the primary schools. The study recommended that teachers need to maintain high professional standards as they carry out their responsibilities. Likewise parents and teachers should help learners to develop positive attitude towards the curriculum content and attend school regularly.

scholarly journals Relationship between Implementation of Safety Standards and Guidelines for Physical Infrastructure, and Student Safety in Public Mixed Boarding Secondary Schools in Nakuru County, Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 275-285
Author(s):  
Sigei Jackline; Dr. Betty J. Tikoko; Prof. Frederick B. J. A Ngala
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
University Supervisors ◽  
Safety Standards ◽  
Physical Infrastructure ◽  
Standards And Guidelines

The study aimed at finding out the relationship between implementation of Safety Standards and Guidelines for Physical Infrastructure in public mixed boarding secondary schools in Nakuru County, Kenya.  The study was guided by Invitational Theory by Purkey and Schmidt and Systems Theory by Von Bertalanffy. The target population was 16 principals, 18 deputy principals and 2130 Form 4 students drawn from all 16 public mixed boarding secondary schools in the county. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. The sample size comprised 327 Form 4 students. A census approach was used. . The population of the study was clustered into 9 sub counties. Stratified sampling technique was used to categorize the population into three strata namely principals, deputy principals and Form 4 students. The principals and deputy principals were selected using purposive sampling technique, while the students were selected using simple random sampling technique.  Data from students was collected by use of questionnaires, while that from principals and deputy principals was collected using interview schedules. The researcher also used observation checklist to determine the level of implementation of the selected Safety Standards Guidelines in the schools. Prior to use, the instruments were subjected to validity checks with the help of university supervisors and reliability tests guided by the 0.7 Cronbach’s Alpha Reliability Coefficient level. Data analysis was done using tools in the SPSS version 22. Analysis involved computation of descriptive statistics: frequencies and percentages, and inferential statistics: Pearson Correlation and Regression coefficients. The data was then presented in tables and textually.

scholarly journals Contextualization of Theory and Practices of Teachers’ Effective Professional Development Features in Primary Schools of Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia

2021 ◽  
pp. 121-132
Author(s):  
Girma Moti Geletu ◽  
Dawit Mekonnen ◽  
Geberew Tulu Mekonnen
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Multiple Regression ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Specific Class ◽  
Learning Potential ◽  
Effective Professional Development ◽  
Significant Difference

Aims: The main purpose of the study was to evaluate contextualization of theory and practices of teachers’ effective professional development features in primary schools in Ethiopia. Methodolody: Concurrent triangulation mixed method design was employed in the study. Questionnaires, interviews, focus group discussion, observation, and document examination were used to collect the data. A total of 615 participants took part in the study. The quantitative data were analyzed by using means, standard deviation, Pearson correlation, one-way-ANOVA, and multiple regression. The textual and contextual qualitative data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Both quantitative and qualitative data were interpreted and concurrently triangulated. Results: Teachers did not incorporate and implement professional development critical features in continuous professional development (CPD) plans and activities. The prevailed effects from these professional development features were [content-focus, R2 =.105, active learning, R2 = .072, coherence (R2=.043, collective participation, R2=.037, and sustained duration, R2=.014]. The cumulative outcomes of effectiveness of CPD practices added to multiple regression (R2=.271) accounted for 27.1% to cause teachers’ improve classroom instruction though professional dynamics predict that professional development practice is effective when it causes teachers improve professional practices. Teachers’ participation in CPD activities, learning potential from CPD and application of new knowledge and pedagogical skills in the classroom were rated (M1=17.82, M2 = 15.74 & M3 = 14.79) by teachers and mentors and principals respectively. There was no statistically significant difference at p >.05 level in mean scores [F (2, 535) = 2.052, p = .135]. Conclusion: The findings of the study have implications for teachers in terms of planning and implementing specific class content and reflection activities in order to gain appropriate professional competences. Teachers need to upgrade their skills as they were not performing well in the classroom.

scholarly journals Influence of Professional Status and Conditions of Services on Teacher Productivity in Primary Schools in Zuru Emirate, Kebbi State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (01) ◽  
pp. 1194-1203
Author(s):  
Sani Dantani MANGA
Keyword(s):  
Primary Schools ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Professional Status ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
Record Keeping ◽  
Quality Of Teaching ◽  
The Status ◽  
Teacher Productivity

This study investigated the influence of professional status and condition of service on teacher productivity in primary schools in Zuru Emirate of Kebbi State. A correlational survey design was adopted for the study. Stratified, proportionate and simple random sampling techniques were used to select 346 teachers out of 3,687. Questionnaire and Teacher Productivity Evaluation Format were used as instruments for data collection. The five-point scale instruments were validated by experts and pilot tested and had reliability indexes of 0.83 and 0.85 respectively, using Cronbach Alpha co-efficient. Findings of the study showed that the level of teacher productivity was rated low; professional status and conditions of service were both rated poor. This unfavourable situation has negatively influenced teacher productivity. It was recommended that strategies be put in place to improve teachers’ productivity in terms of quality of teaching, record keeping and other activities. The status of teaching should be upgraded and primary school teachers to be provided with better conditions of service to enhance their productivity

scholarly journals PROFIL PENYESUAIAN DIRI DAN IMPLIKASI DALAM BIMBINGAN DAN KONSELING

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 70
Author(s):  
Anita Suciati ◽  
Rahmawati Rahmawati ◽  
Deasy Yunika Khairun
Keyword(s):  
Random Sampling ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Emotional Maturity ◽  
Adjustment Program ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Quantitative Descriptive ◽  
Data Collection Technique

ABSTRACTmotivated by problems in adjusting to students. The purpose of this study is to look at the level of adjustment in students, then make a program design to improve adjustment, especially in class X students of SMA Negeri 1 Petir. This type of research is quantitative research. Sampling with simple random sampling technique with a sample of 189 study students. Characteristics of this study population are male and female, aged in adolescence aged 15 to 18 years, and all grade X students who attend SMA 1 Petir. Research on adjustment is carried out by looking at four aspects, namely emotional maturity, intellectual maturity, social maturity and responsibility. The data collection technique used is to spread research instruments in the form of a questionnaire, while the data analysis technique used is quantitative descriptive. After the Pearson Correlation data is obtained, the results of r count are compared with r tables. If r arithmetic> r table then the instrument is declared valid. The results of the r table obtained from the significance of 5% and the number of respondents is 45, the r table obtained by 0.294. The results showed the level of adjustment experienced by students was in the medium category with a 74% presentation. After knowing the level of adjustment, the design of the program is made according to the needs that are known from the research results that have been obtained. Keywords: Self-Adjustment, Program of Social Personal Guidance ABSTRAK Penelitian ini dilator belakangi oleh adanya permasalahan dalam penyesuaian diri pada peserta didik. Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk melihat tingkat penyesuaian diri pada peserta didik, kemudian membuat rancangan program untuk meningkatkan penyesuaian diri khususnya pada peserta didik kelas X SMA Negeri 1 Petir. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian kuantitatif. Pengambilan sampel dengan teknik simple Random Sampling dengan jumlah sampel penelitian 189 peserta didik. Karakteristik pada populasi penelitian ini yaitu laki-laki dan perempuan, berusia pada masa remaja umur 15 sampai 18 tahun, dan seluruh peserta didik kelas X yang bersekolah di SMA Negeri 1 Petir. Penelitian mengenai penyesuaian diri dilakukan dengan melihat dari empat aspek yaitu kematangan emosional, kematangan intelektual, kematangan sosial dan tanggung jawab. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakanya itu dengan menyebar instrument penelitian berupa angket, sedangkan teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kuantitatif. Setelah data pearson corelation didapat, maka hasil r hitung dibandingkan dengan r tabel. Jika r hitung > r tabel maka intrumen dinyatakan valid. Hasil r tabel didapat dari hasil signifikansi 5% dan banyaknya responden yaitu 45 maka didapat r tabel sebesar 0,294. Hasil penelitian menunjukan tingkat penyesuaian diri yang dialami peserta didik berada pada kategori sedang dengan presentasi 74%. Setelah mengetahui tingkat penyesuaian diri, maka rancangan program dibuat sesuai dengan kebutuhan yang diketahui dari hasil penelitian yang telah didapat. Kata Kunci :Penyesuaian Diri, Program Bimbingan Pribadi Sosial

scholarly journals Identifying Physics Teachers Candidate Misconception on Electricity, Magnetism, and Solar System

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 132
Author(s):  
Ruth Novi Kornalia Mellu ◽  
Doni T. Baok
Keyword(s):  
Solar System ◽  
Qualitative Method ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Choice Model ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Electrical Energy ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Data Source

Misconception is a concept contradicts with scientific definitions or definitions approved by experts of particular field. Learners’ misconception cannot be eliminated but minimized so they do not grasp incorrect concept which can be identified through diagnostic tests. A research had been conducted to identify physics student teacher misconception. The research was undertaken using qualitative method with survey design. The population covered whole physics major students with 30 students of 6<sup>th</sup> semester as samples. Data collection was done by giving three tier multiple choice model of diagnostic test developed by Ambarwati on electricity, magnetism, and solar system materials. Data source of this study was primary data source since data was taken directly from research subjects. Data was analyzed using descriptive qualitative data analysis technique. The result showed that 18% students experienced misconception, 40% partially understood, 12% fully understood, and 30% did not understand concept. 20% misconception identification of electricity comprised static electric, determining physical quantity on circuit, defining electrical energy and power in daily life; 18 % magnetism material on how to make magnet or determining poles that affected electromagnetic induction; and 17% solar system material about characteristics of astronomical objects and emerging phenomena due to climate changing on earth surface. the identifications result implied a demand of developing and applying innovative, creative, and appealing learning in remediating and fixing misconception.

scholarly journals THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HEADTEACHERS’ MULTIDIMENSIONAL LEADERSHIP PRACTICES WITH TEACHERS COMMITMENT UNDER SCHOOL TRANSFORMATION PROGRAM 2025 (TS25)

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 13-26
Author(s):  
Noraziyanah Md Jais ◽  
Aida Hanim A. Hamid
Keyword(s):  
Leadership Style ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Research Finding ◽  
Leadership Practices ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Interpersonal Relationship ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Teacher Commitment ◽  
School Transformation ◽  
The Relationship

The School Transformation Program 2025 (TS25) is an initiative of the Ministry of Education Malaysia to increase student success in schools through effective leadership, competent teachers and strong commitment of the Parent-Teacher Association (PIBG). However, at the same time, the literature review shows that the percentage of teachers’ commitment to some schools in Malaysia is still at a moderate level. The causes of decreasing teacher commitment in school include one-way communication, interpersonal relationship and weak leadership style among administrators toward the organization. Therefore, this article determines to identify and discusses findings the practice of leadership multidimensional among headteachers and its relationship with teacher's commitment under the School Transformation Program 2025 (TS25). A descriptive quantitative study and involved 33 respondents from two Primary School Transformation Program 2025 (TS25) in Kuala Lipis Pahang selected through the stratified sampling technique. This study using questionnaires as a research instrument. Pearson Correlation test was used to determine the relationship between multidimensional leadership practices among headteachers with a teacher's commitment. The research finding showed that the leadership multidimensional practices among headteachers' under the School Transformation Program 2025 (TS25) were high (mean = 3.48). The research finding also showed that the level of teacher's commitment to primary schools involved in TS25 was moderate (mean = 2.72). Therefore, the findings should be extended to the primary and secondary schools of the School Transformation Program 2025 (TS25) in Malaysia to test the effectiveness of the Multidimensional Leadership among headteachers to enhance teacher commitment to the organization.

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