scholarly journals The Role of Instructional Materials in Learning Geography among Secondary Schools in Busega District, Tanzania

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (Issue 3) ◽  
pp. 29-36
Author(s):  
Waziri Mzinga ◽  
Daniel Oduor Onyango
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Instructional Material ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Instructional Materials ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Learning Materials ◽  
Parallel Design ◽  
Spss Software

The purpose of the study was to establish the role of Instructional Materials in the Learning of Geography Subject in Secondary Schools of Busega District. The study adopted the mixed research approach under which convergent parallel design was used. The study involved 23 secondary schools in Busega District whereby four secondary schools were purposively sampled to participate in the study because the schools had exhibited a severe declining performance trend in Geography at the National examinations for last five years. The study used purposive, stratified and simple random sampling techniques to select 1 DEO, 4 Heads of Schools, 4 Heads of Geography Department, 8 Geography Teachers and 80 students to participate in the study. Questionnaires and interview guides were used for data collection. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics with the help of the SPSS software while the qualitative data was analyzed thematically. The study concluded that the use of learning materials in geography contributed to enhanced creativity and innovativeness in learners. Learning materials further assisted learners to comprehend difficult topics in Geography. It also made learning very interesting and this motivated learners to fully participate in the learning process. The study recommended that the use of instructional material should be emphasized in public secondary schools as they played a key role in enhancing productive learning of geography.

scholarly journals Availability of ICT Facilities and Teachers’ Competence in the Use of ICT among Public Secondary Schools in Ngara District, Tanzania

2021 ◽  
pp. 34-40
Author(s):  
Faith Fidelis ◽  
Daniel Oduor Onyango
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Interview Schedule ◽  
Internet Connection ◽  
The Government

This study sought to establish the availability of ICT facilities and teachers competence in the use of ICT among public secondary schools in Ngara, Tanzania. The study employed a mixed research approach in that interview schedule and questionnaire were employed as sources of data. The population of the study was 525 stakeholders from 31 secondary schools, including the DEO, the WEO, the Heads of schools, ICT manager and teachers. Simple random sampling and purposive sampling were used to determine the sample of 84 respondents from four randomly selected schools. Qualitative data was analyzed based on themes while quantitative data was analyzed descriptively. The study revealed that the schools faced non availability of ICT facilities and internet connection. They also faced limited electricity supply and limited funds for maintenance of facilities. Furthermore, a significant number of teachers did not have competence in any of the aspects of computer. Very few could use internet while another few had some competence in hardware and programming. Therefore, it was recommended that the government and other education stakeholders should organize for seminars and workshop for capacity building so that teachers may gain knowledge and competence in the use of ICT facilities. The Ministry of Education should allocate funds for buying ICT facilities and devices and for maintenances.

Implementation of the Differentiated Instructional Approach among Public Secondary Schools in Mwanga District, Tanzania

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (Issue 3) ◽  
pp. 172-181
Author(s):  
Mercy Joseph Nguvava ◽  
Jackson Meremo
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Instructional Approach ◽  
The Public ◽  
Parallel Design ◽  
Work Related

The Differentiated Instructional approach (DI) is a very important strategy to meet the diverse needs of the learner in improving the teaching and learning process. This study aimed at investigating the implementation of the Differentiated Instructional approach among the public secondary schools in Mwanga District, Tanzania. The study employed a mixed research approach with the convergent parallel design. The targeted population of this study was 7800 people and the study sample involved 98 participants including 1 District Quality Assurance Officer, 4 head of schools, 20 teachers as well as 73 students from 25 public secondary schools who were selected using purposive, stratified random sampling and simple random sampling. Data were analyzed through descriptive statistics with the help of the SPSS version 20 and content analysis. The findings indicate that teachers were familiar with the DI although they were not implementing it effectively to meet the diverse needs of the learners due to several work related hindrances. The study recommends that there should be the provision of adequate teaching and learning facilities in order to keep teachers updated on inclusive instructional approaches.

scholarly journals Professional Growth Opportunities and Its Influence on Job Performance of Deputy Principals of Public Secondary Schools in Lugari Sub-County, Kenya

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 119-128
Author(s):  
Nancy Maino ◽  
Stephen Tomno Cheboi
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Job Performance ◽  
Professional Growth ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Growth Opportunities ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Service Training

This study sought to explore the influence of professional growth opportunities on the job performance of deputy principals of public secondary schools in Lugari Sub-County, Kenya. Adopting the descriptive research design, the study utilised mixed methods approach engaging both questionnaires and interview guide. The focus population for the study included 28 principals, 28 deputy principals and 420 teachers of public secondary schools within Lugari Sub- County. All the 28 principals and 28 deputy principals were purposively sampled for study whereas, 200 teachers were identified for study by simple random sampling technique. A pilot test-retest study was conducted in three public secondary schools from nearby Uasin Gishu County and a reliable Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient of 0.79 and 0.81 was obtained for the deputy principal response questionnaire and teacher response questionnaire, respectively. Supervisors and researchers from Mount Kenya University School of education were engaged to ascertain the validity of the research instruments and necessary adjustments effected on the tools before use. The questionnaires gathered quantitative data from teachers and deputy principals whilst the interview guide assembled qualitative data from the principals. The statistical Package for Social Sciences version 23.0 was used for the analysis of quantitative data yielding frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviation. Qualitative data were analysed thematically based on the objectives and presented along with the quantitative data. The findings established that schools in Lugari Sub County hardly support deputy principals for in-service training, the majority of deputy principals perceived unfairness in promotion procedures and that the position of deputy principal did not adequately prepare deputy principals for principal-ship. The study recommends that deputy principals need to be supported by the school management to collaborate and improve their requisite skills to discharge their duties effectively.

scholarly journals RELIGIOSITY AND CONSUMER BEHAVIOR: A STUDY OF CONSUMPTION PATTERNS FOR ALCOHOLIC AND NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AMONG ANIMIST, CHRISTIAN AND MUSLIM CONSUMERS IN THE CONTEXT OF GHANA

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 244-261
Author(s):  
Dr. Théophile Bindeouè Nassè ◽  
Naab Francis Xavier ◽  
Bismark Boateng ◽  
Nicolas Carbonell ◽  
Justice Agyei Ampofo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Consumer Behavior ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Alcoholic Beverages ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Production And Consumption ◽  
The Social ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
Voice Recorder

Researchers' interest in consumer religiosity and behavior is explained by the fact that religion influences not only the social behavior of individuals, but also their consumption behavior. Most of the studies on the subject come from Western and Asian countries with a few of such studies been conducted in Africa and particularly in Ghana. The aim of this paper is to explore the concepts of religiosity and consumer behavior in Ghana, in order to consider the role of culture in the management and marketing of industrial products. Ghana is a country where religion plays an important role in shaping lives and ensuring community cohesion. However, a determined part of the believers contributes to increasing the consumption of industrial beverages, and the obliviousness in the marketing sector also seems to be a barrier that slows the production and consumption of non-alcoholic industrial beverages. The research approach is exploratory and qualitative. The collection of qualitative data is done with the aid of a SONY voice recorder through some semi-structured interviews. Then, the qualitative data are transcribed manually and verbatim analyzed. The results show that in the context of Ghana, religiosity of believers affects the behavior of the consumer and that consumer behavior towards non-alcoholic industrial beverages affects religiosity. Keywords: Religiosity, Consumer Behavior, Industrial Beverages, Consumption, Marketing, Ghana.

The Design of Learning Materials within Small Scale Projects

2012 ◽  
pp. 371-386
Author(s):  
Michael Hammond ◽  
Jie Hu
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Instructional Material ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
User Participation ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Learning Materials ◽  
Academic Reading ◽  
Action Research Approach

This chapter discusses the design of learning materials in the context of small scale projects within higher education. It describes the enduring appeal of instructional material and its growing use following the take up of virtual learning environments (VLEs) / learning platforms in teaching and learning. It suggests that action research approaches may be of value in the design of instructional material as they offer systematic, formative feedback at an early stage in the design process and prioritise user participation. A case study is provided of a broadly action research approach to the design of instructional material to support academic reading skills at one university. The case exemplifies the strengths of action research but also highlights the tensions and difficulties, in particular that of securing the engagement of stakeholders. The implications for further research are brought out.

scholarly journals The Roles of Parents in Enhancing Academic Performance among Public Secondary Schools at Nyamagana District, Tanzania

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (Issue 1 (January to March 2021)) ◽  
pp. 60-67
Author(s):  
Adam Peter Seni ◽  
Daniel Onyango
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Saint Augustine ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Research Problem ◽  
Parental Participation ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Interview Schedule ◽  
Learning At Home ◽  
Good Number

This study sought to investigate on the roles of parents in enhancing children’s academic performance among Public Secondary Schools at Nyamagana District, Tanzania. The study employed the mixed research approach to organize the qualitative and quantitative data so as to deal with the research problem. The sample for this study included 88 students whereby Simple random sampling was used to select them. Purposive sampling was used to select the DEO, WEO and some teachers while parents were selected through convenient sampling. Data was gathered through questionnaire and interview schedule. The instruments were validated by two research experts from Saint Augustine University of Tanzania. The study concludes that parents are somehow not doing very well on the issue of parenting as a good number of them did not play their role effectively. Parental role in communication with teachers was done well as a good number of parents rarely or never communicated with teachers to make follow ups regarding their children’s education. The rate of parents’ volunteering in school development activities was very low and the rate of parental participation in supervision of students’ learning at home was very minimal. However, parents participated in decision making regarding school related activities. Finally, parents were not doing well on issues related to community participation. Based on the conclusions, it is recommended that since the rate of parental participation in enhancing children’s academic performance is low, school authorities need to organize for seminars and workshops to parents on the importance of their participation in school related programs that enhance the academic performance of their children.

scholarly journals KNOWLEDGE AS IMPORTANT DOMAIN IN REDUCE STIGMA AGAINST PEOPLE WITH MENTAL DISORDERS (ODGJ)

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wildan Akasyah
Keyword(s):  
Mental Disorders ◽  
Rank Correlation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Correlational Design ◽  
Meaningful Relationship ◽  
Spearman Rank Correlation Test

The negative stigma of people with mental disorder (ODGJ) has become a social phenomenon that harm sufferers. Discriminatory actions, gossip, the view that ODGJ cannot live normally, is an attitude that still maintains its negative stigma. The purpose of this study is to find a relationship between students 'and nurses' knowledge about mental health with the negative stigma that befalls ODGJ, Correlational design is used in this study. A cross-sectional research approach. Data were collected using a questionnaire, ie respondents' knowledge of ODGJ was measured by the MAKS questionnaire, and the stigma questionnaire for students and nurses (MICA). A total of 115 student and nurse respondents were sampled in this study. The sampling technique used is simple random sampling. Statistical analysis using Spearman Rank correlation test. Correlation value obtained (r) 0.02 (p <0.05). The statistical results interpret the existence of a meaningful relationship between knowledge and the formation of stigma in society. There is a relationship associated with knowledge with the formation of stigma. The knowledge contributes greatly to the formation of a positive mindset of students and nurses about ODGJ (People with Mental Disorders). The role of nurses as educators is needed to block the increasing stigma. Continuity assistance and cross-sector collaboration are needed to succeed in a stigma-free program.

scholarly journals The Development of Investigative Learning Materials Using Computer Assisted Instruction in the Topic of Reflection for Grade VII

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 172-182
Author(s):  
Yosep Dwi Kristanto ◽  
Siti Maghfirotun Amin ◽  
Siti Khabibah
Keyword(s):  
Instructional Material ◽  
Positive Response ◽  
Achievement Test ◽  
Instructional Materials ◽  
Computer Assisted Instruction ◽  
Computer Assisted ◽  
Learning Approaches ◽  
Learning Materials ◽  
Assisted Instruction

Despite its importance, there are still many problems encountered in the learning of the topic of reflection in school. One of the solutions for these problems is the implementation of learning approaches that fit the modern curricula and the development of good quality instructional materials. Therefore, the aim of this study was to describe the quality of investigative instructional material with computer assisted instruction for the topic of reflection in Grade VII. The result of the analysis suggested that the investigative instructional material for the topic of reflection in Grade 7 is of good quality because it fulfills the following criteria: (1) the teacher was capable to manage the lesson well, (2) the students were actively involved during the lesson, (3) the students gave positive response to the instructional material, (4) the achievement test is valid, reliable, and sensitive; and (5) the validator claimed that the developed instructional material is valid.

scholarly journals Teachers’ Collegiality and its Influence on Learners’ Academic Performance in Public Secondary Schools of Baringo North Sub-County, Kenya

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 144-150
Author(s):  
Kimeto Jeniffer ◽  
Stephen Tomno Cheboi
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Meaningful Work ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
The University

The purpose of the study was to establish the effects of teachers’ collegiality on learners’ academic performance in public secondary schools of Baringo North Sub-County, Kenya. The study employed mixed methods approach which utilized questionnaires and interview schedules. It adopted a descriptive research design in carrying out the study. The target population comprised 27 principals and 216 teachers in the 27 public secondary schools of Baringo North Sub County. A simple random sampling technique was used to select 138 teachers while 24 principals were purposively selected. From these populations, two schools were selected to pilot the research tools where a reliable Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient of 0.77 was obtained upon computation. Validity of the research instruments was carried out by the University supervisor and necessary revision done. Questionnaires were used to collect quantitative data from teachers while interview schedule was used to collect qualitative data from principals. Quantitative data were analysed to obtain means, percentages, and standard deviation. Qualitative data on the other hand were analysed and presented thematically alongside the quantitative data. Inferential statistics were run to test the null hypothesis using Pearson’s Linear Correlation Coefficient. The findings established that teachers’ collegiality influences learners’ KCSE academic performance in public secondary schools of Baringo North Sub-County. However, there was a weak positive correlation between teachers’ collegiality and learners’ academic performance. It also established that though collegiality was not fully practiced there was a strong synergy among teachers to improve learners’ performance. The study recommends that teachers need to be supported by headteachers to collaborate to offer the best services to their learners and create more meaningful work. School headteachers should enhance teamwork among teachers to perform their best and staff members should meet or interact regularly, share ideas and expertise to attain higher performance.

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