Early Childhood Development – Journal of Research Innovation and Implications in Education

Integrating Playful Technology in Teacher Development Programs to Strengthen Early Childhood Learning in Zimbabwe

By JRIIE | May 22, 2026

Nodumo NcubeFaculty of Educational Foundations, Primary Education and PedagogyMidlands State University, Gweru, ZimbabweEmail: ncubeno@staff.msu.ac.zw Abstract: This qualitative study investigates the role of teacher development programs in supporting the integration of playful technology to strengthen foundational learning in early childhood education. While technology-mediated play is increasingly used to engage young learners, existing research predominantly focuses on…

The Significance of Education in Promoting Mentality Transformation and Accelerating Economic Growth for Wealth Creation in Uganda

By JRIIE | September 25, 2023

Asaph Kabakyenga,Uganda Christian UniversityEmail: asaphkabakyenga@gmail.com Abstract: The role of inclusive education in enhancing mindset change in propelling economic growth in Uganda and early childhood development and promoting a mindset change towards inclusivity, diversity, and equality in Uganda that can drive economic growth and prosperity for all has not been emphasized. The purpose of this study…

Teachers’ Perspectives on the Use of Rhymes in Teaching English as a Second Language at Early Childhood Development Level in Gweru Rural District Primary Schools of Zimbabwe

By JRIIE | April 29, 2022

Emely Muguwe, Nomatter Manzunzu & Angela MutonganavoFaculty of EducationDepartment of Educational Foundations, Primary Education & PedagogyMidlands State University, ZimbabweEmail: muguwee@staff.msu.ac.zw/ manzunzun@staff.msu.ac.zw Abstract: The paper explored teachers perspectives on the use of rhymes in the teaching of English as a second language at ECD level in Gweru rural district primary schools. A mixed methods approach in…