Bachelor of Education Arts & Science

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Factors Affecting Academic Performance in Mathematics of Students at Langata High School
(Tangaza University College, 2005) Lufutu, Benakudiako
Mathematics in education has always been highly regarded in every corner of the world. This is largely because of the place of mathematics in our lives. Mathematics plays a very important role in our lives, both ordinary as well as functional Above all, Mathematics is central for academic life. This study investigated factors affecting academic performance in mathematics at Langata High School. It was assumed that poor performance in mathematics was a result of poor learning of mathematics and negative attitudes towards the subject This study therefore investigated the factors affecting the performance of students. The survey design research was used to find out the factors affecting academic performance of students in mathematics. The target population consisted of students, teachers and administrators of Langata High School. The data of the questionnaire was analysed in terms of themes and connected with the objectives and research questions. This was done both qualitatively and quantitatively. Pie charts, tables, percentages, and graphs were used to present quantitative data. It was generally found that the content of mathematics taught in secondary schools was relevant to the level of education and the needs of students. However, some topics seemed to very abstract, wide and very difficult to relate to daily life situations. The attitudes of students towards mathematics were sought. It revealed that some students have positive attitudes towards the subject whereas others have negative attitudes towards mathematics. This indicated that the students showed mixed feelings in terms of attitudes, which are very difficult to conclude as positive or negative. The majority of students strongly agreed that mathematics is very useful for their life. They found mathematics of assistance in gaining good jobs opportunities while few students found mathematics useless because their future life does not need mathematics at all. Thus they suggested that mathematics should be made optional. For them just elementary knowledge of mathematics was satisfactory. Remarks were made that the majority of students do not have a good foundation in mathematics from primary school. By the time they reach form one, they have already acquired negative attitudes towards the subject As a result they do not perform well in the subject. The study also showed that students believe that mathematics is a very difficult subject and only special students can do well in mathematics. Thus poor backaround was one of the factors affecting academic performance of students. It was also found that the majority of the students were satisfied with the performance of the teachers in their teaching. Teachers used all the possible means to make their lessons very interesting. However, teachers admitted that they had some problems in handling topics like navigation, probability, direction of wind and water, and reflection. These topics seemed very wide and too abstract; caused problems of finding teaching aids related to these topics even if they found them it is hard to relate them to real life. They caused problems to both students and teachers. Teachers further stated that these topics should be removed from the syllabus. The result of the study revealed that the lack of textbooks, and students' poor foundation in mathematics from primary school, which leads to negative attitudes, are the major factors of poor performance in mathematics
Divorce as a Challenge to African Christian Marriages
(Tangaza University College, 2005) Mumburi, Francis
Marriage 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.
The Contribution of Catholic Women Association in The Church, Kenya A Case Study in Kahawa West Parish, Nairobi
(Tangaza University College, 2004) Malile, Restituta Devota
This 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.
Immature Fishing: A Threat to Food Security in Uganda. A Case Study of Majanji Landing Site Busia (Ug)
(Tangaza University College, 2004-05) Lourdes, Maria C.,
This study undertook to investigate immature fishing considered a threat to food security at Majanji landing site Uganda. The research was based on three main specific objectives: To investigate on whether immature fishing is a threat to food security. In addition, to investigate about the public and the government's awareness of the extent immature fishing has reached the lakes and rivers in Uganda and lastly, to give suggestions and recommendations that can assist the government and all Ugandans fight immature fishing on lakes and rivers. The study sample consisted of fishers, the Local Council, Local People representatives, and Fisheries Department representative at the landing site. Questionnaires, interviews, observation, measurement and the camera were employed in the collection of data. Study findings reveal that there are several factors that contribute to the choice of the use of illegal fishing equipments. Such factors include high costs of fishing equipments, lack of seminars and awareness programmes, bribery among Fisheries Officers and understaffing in the Fisheries Department. It was also noted that the practice has led to scarcity of mature fish, a drop in the country's revenue, increase of the people carrying on fishing at the landing site, illegal fishing nets were in use and locally made fishing nets in place instead of the legal ones. All these indicate that immature fishing is a threat to food security at Majanji landing site and in the country at large. To ensure that there is food insecurity in the country the study propose the following: Awareness should be brought to all people of the importance of fish. The resource is a renewable one that can sustain both external and internal demands through which an increase of foreign revenue is realised More so, seminars should be organized for the leaders. Lastly, the government should see to it that fishing equipments reach the fishers at subsided prices and also make several checks on the resource since it has proved to be one of the country's money generating industries.
Factors That Affect the Performance Of Girl Child in Education
(Tangaza University College, 2004-05) Getahun, Mulunesh
The study was carried out at Allamano Children's Hope in Riara Ridge, Kiambu District and it aimed at identifying the factors that affect the performance of girls in education. The introduction of the study highlights the importance of education, presents a brief background of Allamano Children's Hope as well as a background to the problem. The objectives of the study were to identify the economic problems that affect girls' academic achievement, to identify the cultural factors that affect girls' academic achievement, to determine social setting that affects girls' academic achievement; and to suggest ways in which of providing opportunities in education for girls. The girls, teachers and their parents participated in the study. The data was collected through questionnaires designed for students, teachers and parents using percentage and frequencies. The study identified that majority of the girls came from poor families and were above 13 years of age. The single mothers whose daily living depended on tea and coffee- picking did not have a stable source of income. Other effects were observed where many girls face the problems of domestic work, responsibilities of homes and forced marriage. Girls were cruelly treated when they refused early marriage and commercial sex and others sent away from home. Even though the girls have a good relationship with other pupils. some experience problems in coping with their body change. Lastly, all girls were in need of financial support, in order to have basic education, which is why they attend school at Allamano Children's Hope. The research recommended that parents, teachers and every individual should encourage and collaborate in educating girls. This could be done through creating awareness to parents that girls should also go to school and be given free education from the nursery level. It is important to organize seminars for parents of those concerned. Parents should delay the early marriage of girls by giving them opportunities of going to school so as to fulfil their dreams in future.
Effects of Family Problems on the Academic Performance: a case study of Our Lady of Fatima Secondary School
(2004-06) Addissie, Berhane Paulos
This 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.
Attitudes 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.
The 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 Ifeoma
This 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.
To Investigate Causes for Dropping Out of School For Girls Among the Rendille Of Laisamis Constituency in The North Eastern Kenya; A Case Study of Moi Girls and Laisamis Boys Secondary School
(Tangaza University College, 2003) Kombe, Peter
Low girls' participation in secondary and tertiary education in these areas not only deprives them of opportunities but also sustains the gender gap in leadership, business and professional fields. The purpose of the study was to investigate the causes of dropping out of girls among the Rendille girls of Laisamis constituency. It also investigated the strategies used by the school administration, parents, and stakeholders to tackle the causes of girls dropping out of school at each level in secondary school. The research was carried out in Laisainis constituency, Marsabit District. Data was collected through questionnaires administered to students, interviews with parents, and teachers and head teachers formed the basis of the research findings. The data obtained from questionnaires previous examination records and previous records of dropping out of girls at each level was tabulated and analyzed using simple descriptive statistics. Data obtained from interviews was analyzed qualitatively in a narrative form. The study found that: i) Cultural practices and the community's negative attitude towards female education affect the aspiration for higher education of Rendille girls in secondary schools. Inadequate teaching facilities and lack of female teachers are other factors that affect aspiration for higher education of Rendille girls in Laisamis constituency. Non Governmental Organizations and the Catholic Church play a major role in tackling some of the problems by helping the affected in payment of School fees and organizing educative seminars. Based on the findings the following recommendations emerged. i) The government in collaboration with the NGOs should initiate programmes and projects that are sustainable, which should empower the community socially and economically. ii) Community has to be sensitized through education to abandon those cultural practices like betrothal and forced marriages that inhibit the advancement of girls for higher education.
The Sources of Environmental Information Among Students A Case Study of CTIE Students
(Tangaza University College, 2003) Machaya, Trust
There is a great need to educate everyone in the care of all created things, big, small, ugly and beautiful, useful and ornamental (WAJ1BU, VoI5, No.4 1990). This is what is embodied in the conservation of resources. In 1898, the concept of resource conservation was introduced. It confirmed that people are the problem in the environmental crises: people can also become the solution. However, what is necessary is that, people be made aware of environmental issues affecting them in their local, national, regional and global surroundings Factual information on environmental problem is now very accessible in the mass media and is included in the formal educational curriculum of many nations. Thus, the international organizations such as the International Fund for Agricultural Development, the United Nations Development Programme, the World Wildlife Fund and the World Bank are all making environmental awareness more central to their programs. Nevertheless, how many of these sources about environmental information have reached students? This is the hub of this study; to find out the sources of environmental information among CTIE students.

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