scholarly journals Impact of Government Security on Pastoralist Pupils’ Participation in Regular and Mobile Primary Schools in Turkana County, Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 50
Author(s):  
Paul Ekeno Ejore ◽  
Daniel Komo Gakunga ◽  
Musembi Nungu
Keyword(s):  
Primary Schools ◽  
Relative Effect ◽  
Education Access ◽  
Primary Schooling ◽  
Security Officers ◽  
The People ◽  
Constant Displacement ◽  
Data Collation ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
School Heads

One of the major hindrances to education access in arid and semi-arid lands is lack of security. In recognition of this challenges, the Kenya government has tried to provide interventions through mobile schools and security services in places like Turkana County. Therefore, the research explored the effectiveness of security interventions on pastoralists’ children's participation in regular and mobile primary schooling in Turkana County, Kenya. The research used both descriptive survey and mixed methods. It relied on a sample of 75 school heads, 225 instructors, 375 learners, 85 parents, 3 education officers (1 from every sub-county), 1 County Director of Education and 1 County Commissioner. For data collation, the research used questionnaires, interview schedules and focus groups. Quantitative data was coded and entered into the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) program. To test for effectiveness of security intervention, regression (inferential statistics) was calculated. The analysed data was presented using tables. Qualitative data from interviews and focused groups was analysed and presented thematically. Hypotheses were analysed using regression analysis. Single and multiple regression were calculated to gauge the relative effect of the security interventions on pupils' participation in schooling. The results of the inquiry showed that insecurity around schools in Turkana County was rampant and some schools had suffered attacks. Incidences of insecurity had led to many pupils not attending school thus making many pastoralists pupils not participate in school in the County. Based on these findings, it is evident that insecurity also contributes to constant displacement which makes it difficult for children to pursue educational opportunities. Therefore, it was recommended that all schools should be provided with security officers, including the KPR comprised of the locals who understand the terrain and the people in the security. 

scholarly journals The effect of “locus of control” on the responsible behaviours towards the environment“Kontrol odağının” çevreye yönelik sorumlu davranışlar üzerindeki etkisi

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 5668 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kadir Karatekin ◽  
Sadullah Üstün ◽  
Cevdet Uysal
Keyword(s):  
Locus Of Control ◽  
Environmental Education ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Environmental Problems ◽  
Global Dimension ◽  
Control Scale ◽  
Strong Belief ◽  
Sustainable Environment ◽  
The People ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The intervention of human being to the nature exceeded the capacity of tolerance. Especially with the industrialization and the inrease in population, environmental problems reached global dimension and caused the disgussion and arguement of these problems in an international dimension since the second part of the 20th century. As a result of these arguments, it emerged that to have a sustainable environment people must have responsible behaviours towards the environment and the education must teach these responsible behaviours to the individuals. Therefore; the environmental education should educate people to have strong belief in restoration of the contaminated and destroyed World. The people with strong belief in coming against with the environmental problems which affect them; have a locus of; but the people having a weaker belief have an external locus of control. The aim of this research is to reveal whether the effect of the locus of control the primary students have or not; has an effect on their responsible behaviours towards the environment. In this research descriptive survey model was used. In order to determine the locus of control the students have or not; “Locus of Control scale”developed by Nowicki & Strickland (1973) and adapted to Turkish by Korkut (1986) was used; in order to identify responsible behaviours towards the environment “Responsible behaviours towards environment scale” developed by Erdogan (2009) was used. The study group of the research consisted 495 students at 4th and 5th grades. As a result of this survey it is revealed that the locus of control has an affect on the responsible behaviours towards environment and it is found that the locus of control significantly predicts these behaviours. We think that the results of this research will contribute to the teachers who practice the environmental education in primary schools and to the specialists who prepare the curriculum and the textbooks. Özetİnsanoğlunun doğaya müdahalesi artık onun taşıma kapasitesinin çok üzerine çıkmıştır. Özellikle sanayileşme ve nüfusun artması ile birlikte çevre sorunlarının küresel boyutlara ulaşması, 20.yüzyılın ikinci yarısından itibaren bu sorunların uluslararası düzeyde konuşulmaya ve tartışılmaya başlanmasına sebep olmuştur. Bu tartışmaların sonucunda sürdürülebilir bir çevre için insanların çevreye yönelik sorumlu davranışlara sahip olması ve çevre eğitiminin de bireylere bu sorumlu davranışları kazandırması gerektiği ortaya çıkmıştır. Bunun için çevre eğitiminin, bozulan ve kirlenen dünyamızın tekrar eski haline gelebileceğine olan inancı yüksek bireyler yetiştirmesi gerekmektedir. Kendilerini etkileyen çevre sorunlarına karşı bir şeyler yapabileceğine olan inancı yüksek olan bireylerin daha çok iç kontrol odağına sahip oldukları; inancı zayıf olanların ise dış kontrol odağına sahip oldukları düşünülmektedir. Bu araştırmanın amacı da ilkokulda öğrenim gören öğrencilerin sahip oldukları kontrol odaklarının onların çevreye yönelik sorumlu davranışları üzerinde bir etkisinin olup olmadığını ortaya çıkarmaktır. Araştırmada betimsel tarama modeli kullanılmıştır. Öğrencilerin kontrol odaklarını tespit edebilmek için Nowicki&Strickland (1973) tarafından geliştirilen ve Korkut (1986) tarafından Türkçe ’ye uyarlanan “Denetim Odağı” ölçeği; çevreye yönelik sorumlu davranışlarını tespit edebilmek için de Erdoğan (2009) tarafından geliştirilen “Çevreye Yönelik Sorumlu Davranış” ölçeği kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu 4. ve 5. sınıfta öğrenim gören 495 öğrenci oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmanın sonucunda kontrol odağının çevreye yönelik sorumlu davranışlar üzerinde bir etkisi olduğu ve çevreye yönelik sorumlu davranışları anlamlı bir şekilde yordadığı tespit edilmiştir. Araştırma sonuçlarının ilkokulda çevre eğitiminin uygulayıcıları olan öğretmenlere, öğretim programlarını ve ders kitaplarını hazırlayan uzmanlara katkı sağlayacağı düşünülmektedir.

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 Rationales, Mechanisms and Challenges of Quality Assurance in Teachers’ Professional Practices at the Primary Education Sector

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 160
Author(s):  
Eyiuche Ifeoma Olibie ◽  
Wenceslaus Ndubueze Ofojebe ◽  
Theodora Chinelo Ezugoh
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Staff Development ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Professional Practices ◽  
Effective Teacher ◽  
Anambra State ◽  
Adequate Funding ◽  
Positive Correlations ◽  
Descriptive Survey

<p>This study examined the rationales, mechanisms and challenges of quality assurance in<br />teachers’ professional practices with focus on Anambra State of Nigeria. Four research<br />questions guided the study. The study adopted the descriptive survey research design. The<br />sample size involved 524 teachers drawn from various primary schools in the State. A<br />30-item questionnaire, structured on a modified 4-point Likert scale was used to collect data.<br />Data was analyzed using factor analysis; mean ratings, standard deviation and Pearson<br />correlations. Among the findings was that there are high and positive correlations among the<br />rationales, mechanisms, challenges and quality assurance for effective teacher professional<br />practices in Anambra State. It was recommended among other things that mechanisms for<br />adequate funding/financing of primary education, utilization of innovative methods and tools<br />for effective curriculum delivery, infrastructural development and constant<br />monitoring/supervision of resources as well as continuous staff development should be put in<br />place by teachers, government and private sector for quality assurance in teachers’<br />professional practices.</p>

scholarly journals Implementation of Inclusive Child Friendly Primary Schools Policy in Nyandarua County, Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-32
Author(s):  
Daniel Kirogo Wahungu ◽  
Ibrahim Oanda ◽  
Violet Wawire
Keyword(s):  
Primary Schools ◽  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Policy Recommendations ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative Methods ◽  
Child Friendly ◽  
The Government ◽  
Policy And Suggestion ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The main problem addressed by this study was the implementation of inclusive child friendly primary schools policy in Nyandarua County. The Inclusive Child Friendly Schools (CFS) policy has become the vehicle through which the government is providing quality education for all children in school by creating a learning environment where all children can learn, all children want to learn, and all children feel included in the classrooms and schools. However, studies show that the conditions in schools are not adequately adapted to accommodate the diversity of learners and even many more children of school going age are left out of school. These challenges generated the objectives of the study which were to examine the practice in public primary schools in line with the inclusive CFS policy and suggestion of appropriate strategies for implementation of inclusive CFS in public primary schools. To achieve this, the study utilized a descriptive survey using both qualitative and quantitative methods. Data collection instruments entailed questionnaires, interview schedule, focus group discussions, observation schedule and document analysis which were first piloted to improve validity and reliability and the accruing data was then analyzed thematically as per the study objectives. The findings of the study indicated that there was a substantial gap between CFS policy expectations and its actual day to day practice in the schools. Schools had the CFS messages engraved but had not made a significant alteration in the line with the policy. From these study findings, the paper presented several policy recommendations including adopting CFS policy to internal contexts so that individual schools look for ways of developing and utilizing selfassessment indicators of CFS at the school levels. Though the area of CFS is relatively new, it was hoped the study could shed light on the way forward for inclusive child friendly school programme in Kenya.

scholarly journals Urban primary schools for Jewish population in the multi-cultural Częstochowa of the interwar period

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 ◽  
pp. 147-165
Author(s):  
Katarzyna Zalas
Keyword(s):  
Primary Schools ◽  
Jewish Population ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Compulsory Education ◽  
Ethnic Origin ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
The People ◽  
Grassroots Initiatives ◽  
State And Local ◽  
The City

In the years 1918–1939, Częstochowa was a multicultural city just like the entire Second Republic was a multicultural country. Groups of people different in the aspects of their ethnic origin, speaking different languages, belonging to different religions, and also representing different cultures co-existed in it; nevertheless, it was Jews that constituted the dominant minority as far as religion was concerned. Economic development, territorial growth, and also increase in the population, observed throughout the period referred to hereinabove, and, first and foremost, a constantly increasing headcount of Jewish minority, rendered it necessary to organise social-cultural and educational institutions, the lion’s share of which were charitable and philanthropic organisations. The demographic structure in the years 1918–1939 determined the educational needs of the city as well. So as to ensure that Jewish population could undergo a compulsory education and complete it, the authorities of the city handed over three municipal primary schools (bearing the following numbers: 12, 13 and 15) to be used only and solely by the members of this very minority. The schools in question constituted an integral element of primary education in the city, and, therefore, suffered from the same difficulties with finding suitable buildings, personnel and organisation. It is, however, worth indicating that, thanks to the grassroots initiatives of the faculty in the aspect of the organisation of upbringing activities, these schools instilled the spirit of respect for the people of all confessions and nationalities, as well as for the state and local community.

scholarly journals Knowledge regarding prevention of child abuse among parents at selected rural area of Western Rajasthan

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 212
Author(s):  
Nisha Yadav ◽  
Nirmala Kumari ◽  
Parmeshwari . ◽  
Pooja . ◽  
Pooja . ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Child Abuse ◽  
Informed Consent ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
The People ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Background: Child abuse is a kind of domestic violence that involves all forms of physical, emotional and sexual maltreatment and negligence of children under the age of 18 years which potentially or actually damages all aspects of their health. Child abuse is a global problem with serious lifelong consequences. In India the child abuse has not received enough attention. There have been few and irregular efforts to understand and address the problem. Aim was to assess the level of knowledge regarding prevention of child abuse among parents.Methods: Descriptive Survey design was used. The study population comprised of parents of children less than 18 years of age. A sample of 60 parents were selected by non-probability purposive sampling technique. A self-structured questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge regarding child abuse among parents. Informed consent was taken from each participant prior to data collection and descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyse the data.Results: Majority of parents 60% had poor or fair level of knowledge, 39% had good knowledge whereas only 1.6% had excellent knowledge. There was a significant association between knowledge and age of mother at 0.02 level of significance.Conclusions: The finding of the study concluded that the knowledge regarding child abuse among parents was inadequate.  Considering this aspects further awareness drives can be conducted to make the people alert about child abuse and its prevention.

scholarly journals Effect of School Feeding Programme on Pastoralists’ Pupils’ Participation in Regular and Mobile Primary Schools in Turkana County, Kenya

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 40
Author(s):  
Paul Ekeno Ejore ◽  
Daniel Komo Gakunga ◽  
Musembi Nungu
Keyword(s):  
Primary Schools ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Access To Education ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Head Teachers ◽  
Government Interventions ◽  
Pastoralist Communities ◽  
School Feeding ◽  
The Government ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Kenya’s Turkana County, being an arid area, is faced with numerous challenges that hinder education programs especially among school going pupils. Therefore, the study sought to establish the effectiveness of the government interventions measures on pastoralists’ pupils’ participation in regular and mobile primary schools in Turkana County. Based on the study, this paper explores the effectiveness of the school feeding programme in promoting access to education among pupils from pastoralist communities in the County. The study utilized both descriptive survey as well as mixed methods. It utilised a sample of 75 head teachers, 225 teachers, 375 pupils, 85 parents, 3 education officers (1 from each sub-county), 1 County Director of Education and 1 County Commissioner. For data collection, the study employed questionnaires, interview schedules and focus group discussions. Quantitative data was coded and keyed into the computer using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). In order to test the effectiveness of the government intervention, regression test an (inferential statistics) was applied. The analysed data was presented using tables. The qualitative data from interview schedules and focused group discussion was organized into major themes as per the research objectives. The results were presented thematically using extensive description and direct quotations. Hypotheses were analysed using regression analysis. The findings of the study showed that the feeding programme influenced many pastoralists’ pupils’ participation in both regular and mobile primary schools. The study recommends that the government should make efforts to ensure that food is supplied to schools in in time. There is also need to enrich the nutritional quality of the food supplied to schools. This paper highlights the major contribution of school feeding interventions in increasing access to quality education among marginalised communities. It will inform future policies aimed at such interventions by governments and education stakeholders.

INFLUENCE OF SCHOOL FEEDING PROGRAM ON THE RETENTION OF LEARNERS IN PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN KENYA; A CASE OF MOMBASA COUNTY

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Asha Bekidusa ◽  
Dr. JohnBosco Kisimbii
Keyword(s):  
Primary Schools ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
Educational Outcome ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Head Teachers ◽  
School Feeding ◽  
Feeding Program ◽  
Sampling Procedures ◽  
School Feeding Program ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to establish the influence of school feeding program on the retention of learners in public primary schools.Methodology: This study was conducted through a descriptive survey research design. A descriptive survey is a present oriented methodology used to investigate populations by selecting samples to analyze and discover occurrences. The survey focused on 60 out of the 188 head teachers and teachers who are beneficiaries of school milk program in all the six sub counties in Mombasa i.e. Mvita, Kisauni, Likoni, Nyali, Jomvu and Changamwe.This gives 31.9 % of the total number of participants in this project. To obtain the study sample for descriptive studies 10% of the accessible population is enough. Simple random and purposive sampling procedures were used in this research.Results: School feeding program influences retention of learners in public primary schools with a reliability value of 0.8 which is considered minimal acceptable thus rejecting null hypothesis therefore meaning that school feeding program has a significant effect on retention of learners in pubic primary schools.Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: School feeding programmes are often designed to enhance academic performance and cognitive development. Improved nutritional status of school-age children leads to better attention and cognition, and thus, better educational outcome. School feeding can improve attentiveness in class by reducing short-term hunger many children come to school on an empty stomach, yet they remain surrounded by the distracting and disturbing facets of the crisis. The study recommends that the ministry of education should review the School feeding Programme and extend it upper primary classes. They should prioritize supply of food to ensure continuous provision and adequate supply of food for pupils. 

Teachers’ Perceptions of Lesson Observations by School Heads in Zimbabwean Primary Schools

2011 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-28
Author(s):  
Jephias Sibanda ◽  
Sevious Mutopa ◽  
Cosmas Maphosa
Keyword(s):  
Primary Schools ◽  
Teachers Perceptions ◽  
School Heads
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