Parental Education – Journal of Research Innovation and Implications in Education

Parental Education and Educational Wastage in Public Secondary Schools in Tigania Central Sub-County, Meru County, Kenya

By JRIIE | October 3, 2025

Mary Kendi Kamundi, Edward P.G Kathuni & Joseph Muriungi KiruguaTharaka University, KenyaEmail: mkmerinda@gmail.com Abstract: The socio-economic status of a family is a critical determinant of student retention and success in education. Among its dimensions, parental education level plays a unique role in shaping student progression, academic motivation, and overall educational outcomes. The present study addressed…

Exploring the Impact of Socioeconomic Factors on Academic Performance in Sri Lanka: A Quantitative Analysis of GCE O/L Results

By JRIIE | June 28, 2025

Wickramadara, L. M.Deputy Commissioner of ExaminationsDepartment of Examinations, Sri LankaEmail: lakshimwickramadara@gmail.com Abstract: This study examines the impact of socioeconomic factors – specifically household income and parental education – on academic performance in the General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level (GCE O/L) examination across districts in Sri Lanka. Despite the country’s commitment to free education, disparities…

Parental Involvement in the Education of Learners with Intellectual Disabilities in Kenya

By JRIIE | December 1, 2020

Josephine Oranga – Kisii University, KenyaEnock Obuba – Kisii University, KenyaInviolata Sore – St. John’s University, USACorresponding Author: josephineoranga@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke Received October 30, 2020; Revised November 28, 2020; Accepted December 1, 2020 Abstract: Whilst there has been a lot of research on learners with physical, hearing and visual disabilities in Kenya, not much research has focused…