Tag: Primary Education

Strengthening Teacher-Parent Relationships for Holistic Student Success in Dodoma: Insights and Recommendations

Strengthening Teacher-Parent Relationships for Holistic Student Success in Dodoma: Insights and Recommendations

Emmanuelia Bagamba & Milka OtienoSt. John’s University of TanzaniaEmail: ebagamba2016@gmail.com Abstract: The connection between teachers and parents is crucial for Learners’ academic achievement. This research identified factors that influence teacher-parent relationships in primary education by focusing on emphasizing communication frequency, parental engagement, and teacher responsiveness. The study employed a mixed methods approach. The study identified…

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The Influence of Instructional Support on Learner Retention in Government Aided Primary Schools in Uganda: A Case of Bushenyi- Ishaka Municipality

The Influence of Instructional Support on Learner Retention in Government Aided Primary Schools in Uganda: A Case of Bushenyi- Ishaka Municipality

Elvans Kyokunda and Abbas MugishaAnkole Western UniversityEmail: kyokundaelvans06@gmail.com/ mugieabbas@gmail.com Abstract: This study examined the influence of instructional support, specifically the provision of teaching materials and instructional supervision, on learner retention in primary schools. Using a mixed-methods design, data were collected from 120 respondents through questionnaires and focus group discussions with teachers, headteachers, and education officers.…

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Effect of Gender Roles on Boy-Child Retention in Public Primary Schools in Nzega District, Tanzania

Effect of Gender Roles on Boy-Child Retention in Public Primary Schools in Nzega District, Tanzania

Benisia Jackson LuhuhaUniversity of Eastern Africa, Baraton, KenyaEmail: benisialuhuha@gmail.com Abstract: This study examined the effect of gender roles on boy-child retention in public primary schools in Nzega District Council, Tanzania. The problem addressed was the high dropout rate among boys, which remains under explored compared to girl-child education. The study aimed to investigate how societal…

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Assessment of Access and Retention of Learners with Special Needs in Primary Education in Tanzania: A Study of Arusha District

Assessment of Access and Retention of Learners with Special Needs in Primary Education in Tanzania: A Study of Arusha District

Yohana Bernard Welwel Dr. Kennedy Omondi OtienoSt. Augustine University of Tanzania, ArushaEmail: joanwelwe90@gmail.com Abstract: Education is a universal right and non-discriminatory process to both healthy and physically challenged. The study specifically assessed access and retention of Learners with Special Needs (LSN) in primary schools in Arusha district and the challenges facing LSN and their intervening…

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