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The Need for Digital Literacy in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education: A Systematic Literature Review

The Need for Digital Literacy in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education: A Systematic Literature Review

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Angela Dennis KafuriaDepartment of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)Arusha Technical College, TanzaniaEmail: angela.kafuria@atc.ac.tz Abstract: The digital transformation of higher education has made digital literacy an essential competence for both educators and students. This systematic literature review synthesizes current research (2022–2025) to examine how digital literacy is conceptualized, developed, and integrated within higher education contexts. Guided…

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Leadership Styles and Students’ Academic Achievement: Examining the Impact of Democratic Leadership in Public Secondary Schools in Tabora Municipality, Tanzania

Leadership Styles and Students’ Academic Achievement: Examining the Impact of Democratic Leadership in Public Secondary Schools in Tabora Municipality, Tanzania

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Abadan Haruna – Department of Public Administration, Leadership and Management, Tanzania Public Service College (TPSC) – Tabora Campus Aloyce Luhamya – Department of Education, Institute of Accountancy, Arusha Email: harunaabadan@gmail.com Abstract: This study examined the influence of democratic leadership style on students’ academic performance in public secondary schools in Tabora Municipality, Tanzania. Guided by Participative…

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Effect of Budgeting Practices on the Performance of Amahoro Stadium Renovation Project in Rwanda

Effect of Budgeting Practices on the Performance of Amahoro Stadium Renovation Project in Rwanda

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Nayinganyiki Silas & Martin Kimemia GathiruSchool of Business and EconomicsDepartment of Management, Mount Kenya UniversityEmail: Nayisi08@gmail.com Abstract: This study investigated the effect of budgeting practices on the performance of the Amahoro National Stadium renovation project in Rwanda. Employing a descriptive research design, data were collected from 124 employees involved in financial resource management, project planning,…

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Effectiveness of Public Employee Performance Management Information System in Management of Teachers’ Professional Activities in Secondary Schools in Monduli District, Tanzania

Effectiveness of Public Employee Performance Management Information System in Management of Teachers’ Professional Activities in Secondary Schools in Monduli District, Tanzania

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Ernest L. Kweka & Paul Raphael KitulaSt. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT), ArushaEmail: ernestkweka32@gmail.com/ kitula07@gmail.com Abstract: This study was conducted to investigate effectiveness of public employee performance management information system (PEPMIS) in management of teachers’ professional activities in secondary schools in Monduli district. Objectives were to; examine the role of PEPMIS in facilitating data-driven decision-making…

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Adult and Lifelong Learning Initiatives of the Institute of Adult Education in Supporting Marginalized Groups and Gender Equality in Tanzania

Adult and Lifelong Learning Initiatives of the Institute of Adult Education in Supporting Marginalized Groups and Gender Equality in Tanzania

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Elisiana Eliamini KinangukaInstitute of Adult Education, Dar es Salaam, TanzaniaEmail: elisiammile@gmail.com Abstract: Over the years, Tanzania has made great efforts to expand access to adult and lifelong learning through the Institute of Adult Education (IAE). However, it remains unclear how effectively the IAE initiatives meet the real needs of marginalized communities and contribute to greater…

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Effectiveness of Community-Based Strategies in Supporting Marginalized Students in Secondary Schools Education in Meru District, Tanzania

Effectiveness of Community-Based Strategies in Supporting Marginalized Students in Secondary Schools Education in Meru District, Tanzania

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Lidya Joseph Mushi, Evans Ogoti & Evarist MusaMwenge Catholic UniversityEmail: mushilidya@gmail.com Abstract: The study examined the effectiveness of community-based strategies in supporting marginalized students in secondary schools within Meru District. Guided by a case study research design within a qualitative approach, the study was informed by the Social Capital Theory and addressed a single research…

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Guiding Research on the Use of ChatGPT for Teaching Computer Programming in Low and Middle-Income Countries

Guiding Research on the Use of ChatGPT for Teaching Computer Programming in Low and Middle-Income Countries

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Nicodemus Msafiri Mbwambo & Godfrey G. MoshiArusha Technical College, P.O. Box 296 Arusha, Tanzaniaemail: nicodemus.mbwambo@atc.ac.tz / godfrey.moshi@atc.ac.tz Abstract: While numerous studies on ChatGPT’s role in programming education originate from developed countries, contextualizing their findings in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) remains challenging due to inadequate digital infrastructure. This limitation discourages educators from formally integrating ChatGPT…

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Research Based Learning and It’s Influence on the Development of Critical Thinking among Students in Higher Education Institutions in Arusha Region, Tanzania

Research Based Learning and It’s Influence on the Development of Critical Thinking among Students in Higher Education Institutions in Arusha Region, Tanzania

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Loshilu Sambweti & Kennedy Omondi OtienoSt. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT), Arusha.Email: sambweti77@gmail.com/ omondiken2016@gmail.com Abstract: This study assessed Research-Based Learning (RBL) and its influence on the development of critical thinking among students in higher education institutions (HLIs) in Arusha region. The study adopted Sequential Explanatory Design and mixed-methods approach. The objectives were to: assess barriers…

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Innovation of Instructional Materials in Learning Biology Lessons in the Digital Era: Are the Teachers Shying Away from Digital Resources?

Innovation of Instructional Materials in Learning Biology Lessons in the Digital Era: Are the Teachers Shying Away from Digital Resources?

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Ashura Halifa Hassani & Prosper GabrieliUniversity of Dodoma-TanzaniaORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0009-4852-5563ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4913-0781Email: ashurahalifa01@gmail.com/ pgabrielimo@gmail.com Abstract: Innovation of instructional materials during the learning exertion is widely recognized to enable students to be more competent in different subject matter. This paper investigates teachers’ innovativeness in using instructional materials in teaching and learning of Biology subject. A total of 42…

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Factors Influencing Labor Turnover in Public Organizations in Tanzania: A Case of Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited, Arusha Region

Factors Influencing Labor Turnover in Public Organizations in Tanzania: A Case of Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited, Arusha Region

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Wiljames Daniel Mmari – Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA), Tanzania. Department of Information Systems, Faculty of Informats. ORCID: https://orcid.org/009-0003-4813-4868 Fredrick Baraka Mwangela – Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA), Tanzania. Department of Business Management, Faculty of Business Management. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-008-5544-6356 Email: jamesdaniel0755@gmail.com/ fredricck1988@gmail.com Abstract: Labour turnover is a major challenge that affects workforce stability, organizational performance,…

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