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- ItemThe Acquisition Of English Language Sentence Structure In Nairobi Kindergarten Schools: A Case Study Of Our Lady Of Guadalupe Nursery School, Nairobi(Tangaza University College, 2003) Kpanah, Petronilla IfeomaThis research was designed to study the acquisition of English Language Sentence Structure in Nairobi Kindergarten Schools. Our Lady of Guadalupe Nursery School was chosen as a case study. The objectives of the study included finding out the problem of acquisition of English Language Sentence Structure in Nairobi Kindergarten Schools and to highlight some possible solutions to the problems that pupils encounter in the acquisition process. To be able to achieve these objectives, four research questions were formulated namely: What are the differences in sentence structure between L 1 and L2 What part of English language sentence structure that affected by LI, What is the relationship between the first and the second language acquisition? LI and L2 are almost the same in sentence structure, especially with the Bantu languages and English language structure. • The teachers' constant corrections of the pupils and practice help in the language acquisition process. • That there are problems of interference on the pupils' acquisition of LI, such as L I, family background, environment and slow learning. The researcher gave some recommendations based on the findings that: There is need for frequent and systematic monitoring of pupils' academic progress. The teachers should help their pupils to develop better acquisition skills of speaking, listening, writing and reading. Finally, the researcher suggests some areas of further study on the teaching of English as L2, pronunciation in L2, learners' errors and inter-language and 'state of the art' in child language acquisition. 4) What are the interferences to the acquisition of English language sentence structure of a child at Kindergarten level? The researcher conducted interviews and made observations to gather the data for the study. The out come of the research show some of the major findings as:
- ItemThe Acquisition of English Language Sentence Structure in Nairobi Kindergaten Schools: Case Study of Our Lady of Guadalupe Nursery School Nairobi.(Tangaza University College, 2004-05) Kpanall, Petronilla IfeomaThis research was designed to study the acquisition of English Language Sentence Structure in Nairobi Kindergarten Schools. Our Lady of Guadalupe Nursery School was chosen as a case study. The objectives of the study included finding out the problem of acquisition of English Language Sentence Structure in Nairobi Kindergarten Schools and to highlight some possible solutions to the problems that pupils encounter in the acquisition process. To be able to achieve these objectives, four research questions were formulated namely: 1) What are the differences in sentence structure between L I and L2? 2) What part of English language sentence structure that affected by Li 3) What is the relationship between the first and the second language acquisition? 4) What are the interferences to the acquisition of English language sentence structure of a child at Kindergarten level? The researcher conducted interviews and made observations to gather the data for the study. The out come of the research show some of the major findings as: • Li and L2 are almost the same in sentence structure, especially with the Bantu languages and English language structure. • The teachers' constant corrections of the pupils and practice help in the language acquisition process. • That there are problems of interference on the pupils' acquisition of Li, such as Li, family background, environment and slow learning. The researcher gave some recommendations based on the findings that: There is need for frequent and systematic monitoring of pupils' academic progress. The teachers should help their pupils to develop better acquisition skills of speaking, listening, writing and reading. Finally, the researcher suggests some areas of further study on the teaching of English as L2, pronunciation in L2, learners' errors and inter-language and 'state of the art' in child language acquisition.
- ItemThe Advantages of Coeducation in Kenyan Colleges.(Tangaza University College, 2001-05) waeni kamweli, RosaThe aims of this research was to find out the advantages of coeducation in Kenyan colleges. To be able to make the study, two religious-run colleges with males and females studying together were chosen. The colleges were Marist International Centre and Tangaza Colleges. The objectives of the study included finding out ways in which coeducation fosters maturity in a person and its social context. To identify the problems that inhibit the learning process due to coeducation. To find out if the students have particular difficulties in relating together. To find out which particular problems the administration encounters because of co-education. To be able to achieve these objectives, four research questions were used in all the findings in order to help the researcher prove if coeducation has advantages in Kenyan colleges. They were also prepared to know from the respondents if they approve or disapprove the researchers hypotheses. The researcher used one instrument to be able to gather the information; the questionnaire. These questionnaires were sent to the students only. They were composed of open-ended questions and closed-ended questions. Open-ended questions helped to give more information since the students showed their broad ideas on the subject. The outcome of the study shows that coeducation in Kenyan colleges has many advantages that have been proved correct by the respondents Through coeducation, one learns to relate better with the opposite sex, self-awareness that takes place Some students even feel that coeducation helps them to shape the way they expose themselves and their behaviour towards others. If coeducation reduces taboos that had been developed before, then this is a great advantage. Most students expressed that; it raises their self-esteem. The study then gives some recommendations to the students themselves, the administration in both colleges and to the formators. Students should learn to integrate what they learn in academic so that they can apply in their daily lives. The formators should also help them to do the same. The administration must help the students to have a holistic kind of education by increasing the number of female students and lay students. Finally, the researcher suggests some areas of further study on coeducation. For instance, the research is limited to a religious run College. It would be very interesting to conduct the same research on other public universities both within Nairobi and even outside of Nairobi. Since the researcher was limited by time, few instruments of data were used to be able to get the data for analysis, it would be interesting to conduct the same research and collect data from neighbours of any university.
- ItemApproaches to Classroom Reinforcement of Students at Lang'ata High School, Nairobi(Tangaza University College/Saint Mary university of Minnesota(Nairobi Campus), 2006-05) Adindu, AndrewThis Research focused on Approaches to Classroom Reinforcement of Students at Lang'ata I ugh School. The sample groups were the head teacher, teachers and students of Langlata I ligh School. The instruments used to elicit data were questionnaires, intervieW guide and observation guide. The following questions guided the study: I low do teachers create or use verbal reinforcement in the classroom? 2. I low do teachers use Non-verbal reinforcement in the classroom? 3. How do teachers use token reintbrcement approach to reinforce students in the classrooms.' 4. What are the effects of verbal, non-verbal and token reinforcement on students in the classroom? The result of the research show that verbal reinforcement is key to learning at Langiata High School. Also, the research shows that teachers use non-verbal and token approaches of reinforcement on their students, to help them learn and pert Orm well in examination In order to improve or reinforce learning, teachers must make a very conscious effort at reinforcing students using verbal, non-verbal and token reinforcers or rewards. Teachers must take personal interest in their students and learn to listen to them encourage them and praise them for giving correct answer, response or doing something impressive.
- ItemAssessment of the Practice of Initiation of the Agikuyu Adolescents into Adulthood from the viewpoint of Ericksonian Theory of Human Development in Lim urn.(Tangaza University College/Saint Mary university of Minnesota(Nairobi Campus), 2006-05) Chilupula, WilsonThe research was on the assessment of the practice of initiation of the Agikuyu adolescents into adulthood from the view point of Ericksonian theory of human development in Limuru town. Parents and adolescents were interviewed. The data was analyzed qualitatively. The researcher found that traditional initiation had some negative influence on the education of boys of the Agikuyu ethnic group. They were dropping out of school on the pretext that they were now adults, indiscipline in schools and problems in paying school fees after spending so much on traditional initiation rites. The positive influence that traditional initiation of boys was found to have on their education was that after initiation, some boys take schooling more seriously and work hard as they realize that they are now adults who should take responsibility of their actions, decisions and lives. There are a number of ways of curbing the negative influence traditional initiation of boys has on their education, such as parents being sensitized to explain to their on the benefits of modern education, making the boys undergo initiation rites at an advanced age probably 1 7years to curb instances of being lured to think that they are adults and hence drop out of school and sponsors chosen for the initiates should be those who value modern education while in seclusion camps.
- ItemThe Attitude of the Tanzanians Towards Kiswahili as A Medium of Instruction in Primary Schools(Tangaza University College, 2002-02) Imelda, MushyThe researcher undertook this study for the purpose of looking at the attitude of Tanzanians towards Kiswahili as the medium of instruction in primary schools. The researcher assumed that the study would be of great help to the Tanzanians as they would be able to examine whether Kiswahili can be useful as language of instruction in primary schools in this twenty first century, since the education policy in the present world is after the use of universal languages, for example, English, for the purpose of effective communication as well as pursuing higher studies. The investigation was focused on the Tanzanian students in Nairobi. This included the institutes of, Tangaza College, C.U.E.A. and Apostles of Jesus Major Seminary who study Philosophy and Theology disciplines. Tangaza College and C.U.E.A include different departments such as Education, Social Ministry, Theology, and Spirituality. Hence the study came up with considerable solutions to the problem. However, the study also made use of literature review as to compare different ideas of different people concerning the use of Kiswahili as the language of instruction in primary schools in Tanzania. In this way, the study was able to see in detail whether there was a problem of using Kiswahili as a medium of instruction in primary schools. Also, the study used several instruments to collect data. This included questionnaires, interviews and observations. There were the presentation and discussions of the findings together with the conclusion and recommendations.
- ItemAttitudes and Perceptions of Bahati Girls Secondary School's Teachers and Learners Towards Teaching and Learning of Oral Literature(Tangaza University College, 2004-05) Mbuvi, Jane M.This study undertook to investigate the attitude of learners and teachers towards the learning and teaching of Oral literature. This research was a case study of Bahati Girls' Secondary School. Total of (200) students were targeted, but by the time the researcher collected the data, 180 students were in school (Form 2, 3, 4). Out of the 180 questionnaires distributed, 180 questionnaires were received by the researcher dully completed. This represented a hundred percent (100%) of response. Twenty students were missing in school at this time. The study was guided by the following research questions: What are the attitudes of teachers towards the integration of grammar and literature? What are the perceptions of learners towards the learning of Oral Literature? What are the attitudes of teachers towards the teaching of Oral Literature? What methodology is best in teaching Oral Literature? What are the views, expectations of learners in the learning of Oral Literature? What activities can enhance and motivate learners in an Oral Literature lesson? Research instruments included questionnaires, interviews, observation and document analyses in the collection and analysis of the data for interpretation. From the data elicited from the respondents, the researcher established that Oral Literature in Bahati Girls Secondary School is given special treatment just like the other subjects. She also realized that, learners benefit a lot from the integration of literature and grammar. Many respondents argued that, without a good foundation in grammar, one cannot understand Literature whatsoever The teachers also concurred with the fact that, Oral Literature should not be overlooked, that it should be given enough time and treated like other lessons in the syllabus. The researcher also found out that there is duly cooperation between the learners and the teachers hence a conductive learning and teaching atmosphere. In addition, the teachers in Bahati Girls Secondary School are self-motivated; they love and enjoy their work. Thus makes learning easy, fun and interesting. Learners relate with their teachers with respect and not fear. They also relate with one another freely and confidentially. This makes discussions natural and hence learning is more of cooperative than individualistic. The researcher found out that, learners and teachers of Bahati Girls Secondary School have a very positive attitude towards the learning and teaching of Oral Literature. Majority of the learners and teachers though had a point directed to the policy makers they said that they would wish to have a variety of books, not just a few as is the case. They said that, these books should be relevant, detailed and quality books. Learners also said that teachers should try and make the lessons humorous and interesting However, the researcher recommends that the government of Kenya through policy makers may make sure that, Oral Literature has enough, detailed, interesting and relevant books. She also recommends that, teachers may try their best to make their lessons more interesting in various schools. In addition, the students in all secondary schools should be able to cooperate with their teachers, parents and each other in order to provide the best learning atmosphere. These among others are some of the recommendations that the researcher came up with.
- ItemAttitudes of Students Towards Guidance and Counselling In Machakos District(Tangaza University College, 1999-05) Ongoro, Ongito JohnThe significance of guidance and counseling to all present and future endeavour of students can not be ignored. Thus to give support to school guidance and counseling, the researcher saw the need to carry out the study ir. attitudes of the students towards guidance and counseling. The knowledge of the attitudes of students towards guidance and counseling is indispensable in any endeavour to offer assistance to students. The first chapter explains why the study of attitudes of the students is significant. In doing this the background of the study alerts you about the significance of guidance and counseling in relation to the widespread problems and challenges that the students encounter. Statement of the problems informs you about some of the challenges that teacher-counselors encounter in their work of guidance and counseling. Seven research questions in chapter one are the guide on which this study relies. As stated in this chapter the significance of this study is that it will enhance the required awareness and understanding about attitudes of the students towards guidance and counseling. This will enable the teacher counselors and all those involved in school guidance and counseling to make any necessary adjustment in the provision of guidance and counseling services. Chapter two gives focus to definitions of attitudes, guidance and counseling. In the definition of attitude, attitude has been divided into three component parts: Cognitive, affective and behavioural. In brief, school guidance and counseling as defined by Gustard and Ipaye is a process in which teacher counselors avail their assistance to enable students to understand and appreciate themselves, to discover their capabilities and to become more productive and happier people in-the society. The chapter also recalls previous studies which have been carried and which are related to this study of attitudes of students towards guidance and counseling. These studies revealed that there are various factors which influence students' attitudes towards guidance and counseling. These factors ranges from prejudices against guidance and counseling to teacher-counselors' attitudes. Fear is among these factors. As it has been stated in chapter three, only questionnaire method was used in this research. The prepared questionnaires for the students and the teacher-counselors were administered by a research assistant. The research assistant visited three sample schools in Machakos districts. Convenient sampling was applied in the selection of these schools and in the selection of the subjects. Out of a total of 71 questionnaires, 52 were received back. The researcher applied Liked scale in the analysis cf the data. Percentages and frequencies were calculated in this analysis. Following the analysis of the data, mean scores, percentages and frequencies were used in the presentation and discussion of the result in the fourth chapter. The results were presented in accordance to the research questions and brief discussion follows the presentation. Contrary to the researchers' expectation, most of the results in chapter four reveals that in general students attitudes towards guidance and counseling is positive. Chapter five concludes by stating that most of the students accept that guidance and counseling is significant to their lives. They reckon that the significance of guidance and counseling is not limited to school life. It is also significant in their life as individuals in the society and as future citizens. Female students prefer individual guidance and counseling unlike their male studentcounterparts. Just as it was revealed in the previous studies, it has been revealed that most of the students are reluctant to seek guidance and counseling despite their positive attitudes towards guidance and counseling. Chapter five confirms that this reluctance is caused by fear prejudices and some of the teachercounselors' defeating attitudes.
- ItemAttitudes of Students Towards Learning English in Secondary School(Tangaza University College/Saint Mary university of Minnesota(Nairobi Campus), 2005-05) Enang, Dorothy AnthonyEnglish has become the most widespread language for communication in recent centuries in spite of it not being the national language in some parts of the world, like Tanzania. Though the official language used in teaching of other subjects in many secondary schools. most students do not perform well in English examinations for one reason or another. This research evaluated the perceptions of students towards learning English as a subject in secondary school. Particular attention in the study was paid to the students of St. Theresa Secondary School and St Thomas (mixed) Day Secondary School, both in Gekano, Manga Division of Nyamira District of Kenya. Collection of data was through questionnaires that were administered to students, interviews with the teachers of English, and administrators of the schools. Also used were observations of lessons and documents analysis. The information obtained was analyzed and presented in table form. Questionnaires, interviews with teachers and administrators, and observation were recorded and analyzed in oral form. One finding of the research is that students do not actually have a negative attitude towards learning English in secondary schools. Their poor performance was attributed to other reasons. Students expressed willingness to learn English in secondary school because they have seen how relevant English was to other subjects taught in school. The study is divided into five chapters. Chapter one has the introduction; Chapter two the literature review; Chapter three is the research design and methodology; Chapter four, presentation and discussion of the research findings; while Chapter five contains the overall summary. conclusions and recommendations for further study arising from the study.
- ItemAttitudes of Youth towards the Condom and Its Use(Tangaza University College, 2001-05) Sunu, Thomas IgnatiusThis study aimed at investigating the attitudes youth have towards condom and its use, taking the Kuwinda slum as a sample area. The research also found out to what extent our youth know about condom and its use, how much interest the church and parents/guardians have in educating young people in the area of sex and contraceptive. From the research findings, it has been established that the condom is not something new to youth; they have some general knowledge about its use, but there is doubt as to whether they are really convinced about the risks of using or not using it. Furthermore, it was discovered that parents and the church do very little in forming and informing teens on matters of sex. This was reflected in the sources of information that the youth gave as the foundation of their first knowledge and experience of sex. It was established that most young people first learn about sex from and through their friends and media The study also sought out what the youth think about the Catholic Church's teaching about condom. They seem to think that the Church is not practical and realistic when it advocates for abstinence and condemn any form of artificial contraceptives, for example, the use of condom. The researcher recommended that the youth need proper guidance in matters that pertain to their lives such as sex as they grow into adult. The researcher thinks that parents, educators and the church are called to undertake this responsibility. The researcher has also suggested that fiwther study be carried out the world over, to bring awareness to people about the reality of AIDS and its deadly impact on the human race and society at large. Another area of further study that the research calls for is to find out what parents think about condom and its use. Their own attitude may have a lot to do with how much or how little they care about educating their young people about sex and use of contraceptives, especially condom. It was also recommended that a wider study be carried out to establish why the church is so rigid about not letting go of the idea that to use artificial contraceptives is evil and that their use may encourage irresponsible sexual behavior. iii
- ItemCaring and Educating The Physically Impaired Children(Tangaza University College, 2001-05-18) Mutiswa, AlexanderPhysical impairment does not in any way dehumanise a child but it only limits the child from getting things done fast in the same way as the able counterparts. The important thing in life is to learn to live positively. The purpose of educating and caring for the physically impaired is to support them with tools to meet their challenges. They are faced with challenges due to negative attitudes right from home, school and the community at large. Many people have come to their aid. This is evident in Machakos school of the Disabled, where teachers have worked very hard to improve the lives of the physically impaired. There are other parties who have done a lot to help the physically impaired. There are none Governmental Organisations like the United Nations (UN) and World Health Organisation (WHO), which have invested heavily on projects of physically impaired children. However, the researcher observes that the problem at present is not the finances or impairment rather the attributes towards the physically impaired. They continue facing unbecoming responses from the physically abled people. The researcher wonders whether we can an atmosphere acceptance where the physically impaired are not viewed as burden, and not discriminated in education and care. (this sentence seems not clear)). Further studies can arise as the researcher confirms that the physically impaired children are human beings with dignity and can achieve very highly in educational sphere.
- ItemCauses of Primary School Wastage In Nairobi Slums(Tangaza University College, 2001-05) Tighil, Moses IgbazendaThe purpose of this study was to identify the causes of primary school wastage in Nairobi slums. The study was based on the case of Kuwinda slum. The study has also considered possible solutions to the causes of wastage. Saints Mary's Primary School Karen was the sample school used in the research. Drop Outs of the school who are still residing in the slum were also used in the study. The study was carried out using three main instruments: questionnaire, interview and observation. Data that was collected through these instruments was analyzed both qualitatively and quantitatively. The study has observed that the main causes of drop out in the slum are largely economic The cost of education is relatively high in comparison to the incomes of the people in the slum. Besides, the phenomenon of wastage in the slum is being aggravated by other factors like unplanned families and irresponsible sexual activities.
- ItemCauses Of Students Dropping Out Of Secondary Schools in Nairobi a Case of Imani Centre(Tangaza University College, 2001-05) Mpanyula, Jacqueline SheillaThe research was carried out to investigate causes of students dropping out from secondary school in Nairobi. The research was carried out in Nairobi East-lands area. The objectives of the research were; to identify causes of students dropping out from secondary schools and to highlight some possible solutions that can help to curb the problem of students dropping out from secondary school. In order to carry out the research, the writer collected data using questionnaires, interviews and library reading. The research findings revealed that lack of financial support is the main cause why students drop out of school. The research findings also revealed other causes for example; teenage pregnancy, peer pressure, drug abuse, indiscipline, broken families, poor academic performance/repeating classes, mistreatment by teachers, and early/forced marriages. iv
- ItemThe Challenge of New Religious Movements - Cults for Christianity at Large and the Catholic Church in Particular(Tangaza University College, 2002-02) Rupar, DariuszThis essay "The challenge of New Religious Movements — Cults for the Christianity at Large and the Catholic Church in Particular" draws from my pastoral experience, which has nourished my interests in the phenomena of cults. Why did I choose this topic? Vatican II challenged the Catholic Church to listen to the signs of the times.4 Surely, New Religious Movements are part of this new reality for Christianity. We should go beyond the negative attitudes that are usually formed by Christians of the mainstream churches. We must discover what the Holy Spirit tries to tell us through the activity of these new religious movements. The Catholic Church needs to confirm its position in the face of this new phenomena. I would like to make a contribution to this debate.
- ItemThe Contribution of Catholic Women Association in The Church, Kenya A Case Study in Kahawa West Parish, Nairobi(Tangaza University College, 2004) Malile, Restituta DevotaThis study was carried out in Kahawa West Parish, located about 25 kilometres from the City Square. It began by giving a brief background on the situation concern of acknowledging and appreciating women's contribution in the church and society as a whole. The study was guided by the following objectives: To investigate the contribution of C.W.A to the church of Kenya, and also to establish the effects of C.W.A to the growth of the church, materially and spiritually. The instruments used to carry out the study were questionnaires, interview and observation. The questionnaires were designed according to the objectives of the study. It was observed that C.W.A contributes materially and spiritually to the church. However, it was also confirmed that women, sometimes, are not given enough room in the church to explore their potential due to lack of support and proper guidance from the church leaders, especially the Bishop, Parish Priest and church council. Finally, the study suggests that since in the church of Kenya majority of the congregation are women, there is a need to incorporate more women in church matters, including pastoral planning at diocese level, since women participate more in church life. It also needs to encourage and empower women by offering them seminars to create awareness on their responsibilities in the building of the church and the society as whole. According to the findings, it is important to involve more women in this type of investigation in different parishes, diocese and national level so that women would be able to solve problems they may encounter in their daily activities. Nevertheless, there is a great need to investigate the problems that hinder the participation of C.W.A. and the effects of their activities in the Catholic Church in Kenya.
- ItemDivorce as a Challenge to African Christian Marriages(Tangaza University College, 2005) Mumburi, FrancisMarriage is divinely instituted. In the book of Genesis we read: So God created man in His own image, in the image of God He created him, male and female He created them (Gen 1:27). And again in the same book we read, "That is why man and woman leaves his father and mother and clings to his wife and two of them become one body (Gen 2:24). According to the present legislation, marriage is a covenant between a man and a woman who are not impeded by law.' It is the command of our Lord that Christian marriage is stable. "What God has joined together no human being must separate (Mt 19:6). The church in her teaching on marriage sticks to this command of the Lord. It is obvious that the Christian marriage is reflected in the essential properties of marriage namely Unity and Indissolubility. Unity in the sense that Marriage is between one man and one woman. Thus polygamy that is common in many African societies, have no place. Indissolubility in the sense that Christian marriage being sacramental, reflects the unbreakable union of Christ with his church and so it is especially indissoluble. Pastoral experience shows that many African Christian marriages are unstable. They are in crisis because of some factors like drunkenness, bride-wealth infidelity, diseases, economic setbacks and so on. So married people think that any misunderstanding or conflict that makes conjugal life difficult is a sufficient reason to terminate the marriage bond. They are ignorant of the fact that marriage is permanent union. Indeed the question of instability of many marriages in the church is not a small problem. It is for this reason that our research becomes significant. We therefore intended to contribute towards challenges facing African Christian marriages. Our thesis has four chapters. Chapter one gives the background information of marriage and divorce in traditional African societies. Chapter two gives the analysis of divorce in scripture. It discusses the way divorce was handled in the Old and New Testament. Chapter three concerns itself with the causes of crises in marriage. In other words it deals with the factors that lead to the divorce in African Christian families. Chapter four puts forward the church's teachings on marriage, and we also present our proposals and recommendations for stability of African Christian marriages.
- ItemThe Effect Of Time Pupils Spend In Watching Television On Their Academic Performance: A Case Study In Karen 'C' Primary School.(Tangaza University College, 2003) Aabeisie, Isidore NelsonThe project was carried out in Karen 'C' Primary School and specifically with the two upper classes of forms seven and eight. It aimed at investigating on the time pupils spend in watching television and its effect on their academic performance. It gives a brief background on the alarming concern of parents and teachers about the television watching habit of pupils. It exposed other studies done related to the topic and the knowledge of gap was vividly established. Its objectives were to find out if hours spent on watching television by pupils have a positive or negative influence on their academic performance. Three categories of questionnaire were designed and sent out to pupils, parents and teachers at random in Karen 'c' Primary School. These questionnaires contain deferent items derived from the objectives. The Pearson Product Moment Correlation (r) was used among other methods to correlate the time pupils spend in watching television and their academic performance. After the analysis, the study reveals that all pupils watch television in Karen 'c'. However, It observed that there is insignificant positive relationship between the time pupils spent in watching television and their academic performance. This was contrary to the expectations that time spent in watching television by pupils will have a strong positive or negative relationship with their academic performance. The result was due to factors such as poor estimation of time by pupils, misinformation, and other factors that have direct influence on pupils' academic performance. Parents and teachers control of the pupils' television watching habits attributed to the weak positive relationship. The study also reveals isolated cases of negative relationship, which had no concrete prove. The researcher recommends that it is necessary for parents and teachers to continue to control the time pupils spent in watching television to increase it positive influence. It will also be of great help to incorporate television programmes in academic work since it proved an effective tool for academic performance. The researcher suggests that this same research could be repeated in different environment in a larger scale to cover many pupils. It will also be a curious thing to find out the factors that have direct influence on pupils' academic performance.
- ItemThe Effect of War in Family Displacement in Eritrea(Tangaza University College/Saint Mary university of Minnesota(Nairobi Campus), 2001-05) Abraha, ElsaThis study focuses on the effect of war and displacement on family life and property. The main objectives of the study are:- i) To investigate the effect of war in Eritrea on family displacement during the Ethiopian occupation. ii) To asses the impact of insecurity of war on family life, iii) To suggest possible solution to overcome the problem of insecurity. In order to achieve these objectives the researcher use primary and secondary Sources. For primary data collection, interview and questionnaire were used as instruments. Extensive library work was used as data collection instruments for secondary source. For the sampling technique the researcher used stratified random sampling. Displacement has a detrimental effect though shortage of Labour Power Pressure on land, poverty, poor infrastructure, loosing of culture values, violation of identity, Immorality, unemployment, problems with travel and oppressive politics against civilization. To solve the problem of family displacement, the causes of these problems must be addressed. Family displacement can only be solved through a meaningful peace between the two countries. This will create a sense of trust and understanding and enhance the capacity for people to develop their talents without fear of displacement.
- ItemEffects of Early Marriage on Academic Performance of Girls in Primary Schools among the Pokot in Kacheliba Division(Tangaza University College, 2005-05) Wamaru, Margaret WanjaThis research focused on the effects of early marriage on academic performance of girls in primary schools among the Pokot of Kacheliba Division. The study was carried out in three schools in Kacheliba Division. These were Lokichar Primary School, Kacheliba Mixed Primary School and Kacheliba Girls Primary School. The following research questions guided the study: i. What are the effects of early marriage on the academic performance of girls in primary schools in Kacheliba Division? What are some of the suggestions on how to discourage early marriages and improve girls' academic performance in primary schools in Kacheliba Division? The study used survey and case study designs. The sample population included the teachers, pupils, head teachers and parents. The instruments used to elicit data were questionnaires and interview guides. Data was analyzed mainly by use of descriptive statistics. The findings of the study revealed that girls in primary school of the area under study perform poorly academically as compared to boys. Girls also lack motivation to study and even the aspiration to go beyond primary school because in most cases a good number of girls in primary schools have been already asked to marry, or knew cases of their colleagues who got married before completing primary school. This presents interference by early marriage on the academic performance of girls. Some of the effects of early marriage on academic performance are interference with concentration, demoralization as they lack motivation to study and lack of parental support essential for positive academic performance. Due to early marriage, girls lack good participation at school demoralizing those who remain. Although early marriage in some occasions was said to have positive effect on the academic performance of girls primary as it discouraged them not to marry basing on the experience of those who got married if they did not succeed in their marriage, the negative influence is more felt as in most cases the girl is not given the freedom to choose when and who to marry. In order to improve the academic performance of girls in primary schools in Kacheliba Division there is great need for combined efforts by all the stakeholders. First, the government needs to involve the local community as it comes up with the laws against cultural practices such as female circumcision and early marriages. Secondly, the government, the church and the NGOs need to involve the Pokot community in eliminating cultural practices, especially early marriage, and sensitize the parents on the values of gender equality in education in the light of rights of the girl-child. Thirdly, the government, the church and NGOs need to construct more boarding schools and ensure free primary education, especially for girls, so that they too can have enough time to study. The government also needs to invest in regional development that will lead to job placement opportunities for school leavers to motivate girls who are still in schools. At the same time there is need for the schools, church and NGOs to work with the local administration and the community in order to ensure girls' rights to education and the freedom to choose when to marry are respected. This will improve academic achievement of girls in primary schools among the Pokot of Kacheliba Division.
- ItemEffects of Family Problems on the Academic Performance: a case study of Our Lady of Fatima Secondary School(2004-06) Addissie, Berhane PaulosThis research focused on the impact of family problem on the academic performance of secondary school children in Our Lady of Fatima Nairobi. The researcher used survey and case study designs. The study was carried out in Our Lady of Fatima Secondary School Kasarani District. The sample groups were the head teacher, teachers, students, and parents. The instruments used to elicit the data were questionnaires and an interview guide. The following research questions guided the studying I. What are the effects of family problems on the academic performances of children at Our Lady of Fatima Secondary School in Kenya? ii. What are some of the possible concrete suggestions that can help to improve the conditions of these children and their academic performance? The results of research show that numerous students are affected by the family related problems. The findings include: I. The learners in the classroom carried with them their family situation. Therefore for better performance healthy family situation became essential. 2. Success in academic performance depended on the collective responsibility of students, teachers, parents, government and other organizations. 3. The was a high rate of school dropout in Our Lady of Fatima. 4. The high level of poverty, made difficult for parents to educate their children. Majority of students living in the slum environment where, life is dismal and has very little meaning for education and their future, success in academics not only depends on the teachers' own positive commitment, but it also requires a lot of involving the students and collaborating with parents, the government and other organizations. Some of these students are out of school because of school fees or domestic responsibilities. In order to improve the performance of these students there is vital importance of understanding these students and their problem deeply as to follow them up constantly and give the needed assistance. Therefore there is a great and urgent need to encourage and enable the students to perform academically successfully and have a bright and promising future. This can only be achieved by cooperative work of parents, teachers, administration, government, NGOs and the Church. Children and their poor conditions are a great challenge for the government of Kenya, as well as non-governmental and church based organizations working in the country. They must struggle to restructure socio-political priorities and respond to the basic needs of so many people, principally the children.
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