Tag: Principals

Influence of Teachers’ Professional Development Support on Students’ Academic Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Gatanga Sub-County, Murang’a County, Kenya

Influence of Teachers’ Professional Development Support on Students’ Academic Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Gatanga Sub-County, Murang’a County, Kenya

Maina Simon Muiruri & Pamela Ochieng’School of EducationMount Kenya UniversityEmail: simonmuirurimaina@gmail.com/ elaochieng@gmail.com/ pochieng@mku.ac.ke Abstract: Teacher professional development support by principals played a key role in ensuring improved academic performance in schools. However, in Gatanga Sub-county, many public secondary schools register low academic grades in KCSE. Thus, this study examined the influence of teacher professional development…

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Influence of Teachers’ Use of Improvised Materials on Learning of Islamic Religious Education in Public Secondary Schools in Wajir West Sub-County, Wajir County, Kenya

Influence of Teachers’ Use of Improvised Materials on Learning of Islamic Religious Education in Public Secondary Schools in Wajir West Sub-County, Wajir County, Kenya

Mohamed Abdullajhi Adan – Mount Kenya University Peace B. A. N. Atsyaya – Murang’a University Waititu Muchoki Michael – Kenyatta University Email: mohaabays@gmail.com Abstract: Teachers’ use of improvised resources for classroom teaching and learning prepares learners for mastery of concepts since learners acquire knowledge through interaction with familiar materials within the environment. However, in Wajir…

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Influence of Parental Involvement on Students’ Performance in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education in Public Secondary Schools in Yatta Sub- County, Machakos County, Kenya

Influence of Parental Involvement on Students’ Performance in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education in Public Secondary Schools in Yatta Sub- County, Machakos County, Kenya

Naomi Jackline Muusi & Solomon MwanikiSchool of EducationMount Kenya UniversityEmail: naomline@gmail.com Abstract: Parental involvement is crucial in improving academic performance of learners in schools. However, in Yatta Sub-county, students’ performance in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) being low. Hence, this study sought to examine the influence of parental involvement on students’ performance in…

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Influence of Principals’ Mentorship Activities on Teacher Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Kiambaa Sub-County, Kiambu County, Kenya

Influence of Principals’ Mentorship Activities on Teacher Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Kiambaa Sub-County, Kiambu County, Kenya

Irene Njoroge & Mary Mugwe ChuiSchool of EducationMount Kenya UniversityEmail: njorogeirene25@gmail.com Abstract: Principals’ mentorship activities are crucial determinants of teacher performance in schools. However, in Kiambaa Sub-county, teacher performance has been a challenge with many teachers not able to cover syllabus in time resulting into low students’ academic performance. Thus, the study sought to examine…

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Influence of Principals’ Enforcement Toileting Practices on Safety of Students in Public Secondary Schools in Kangema Sub-County, Murang’a County, Kenya

Influence of Principals’ Enforcement Toileting Practices on Safety of Students in Public Secondary Schools in Kangema Sub-County, Murang’a County, Kenya

Julius Mwangi Irungu and Pamela OchiengSchool of EducationMount Kenya UniversityEmail: juliusirungu21@gmail.com Abstract: Principals’ toileting practices play a key role in creating a safe environment in schools. However, in many public secondary schools in Kangema Sub-County, there have been cases of injury, food poisoning and death still being reported. The study sought to determine how principals’…

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Influence of Principals’ Management of Mentorship and Coaching Programmes of Teacher Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Kiambu County, Kenya

Influence of Principals’ Management of Mentorship and Coaching Programmes of Teacher Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Kiambu County, Kenya

Mary Mugwe ChuiSchool of EducationMount Kenya UniversityEmail: mugwemary01@gmail.com Abstract: Mentorship and coaching programmes organized by principals play a key role in teacher performance. However, in Kiambu County, teacher performance in public secondary schools is low since many teachers do not complete syllabus in time which has occasioned low performance among students. Thus, the purpose of…

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Influence of Principals’ Management of Mentorship and Coaching Programmes of Teacher Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Kiambu County, Kenya

Influence of Principals’ Management of Mentorship and Coaching Programmes of Teacher Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Kiambu County, Kenya

Mary Mugwe ChuiSchool of EducationMount Kenya UniversityEmail: mugwemary01@gmail.com Abstract: Mentorship and coaching programmes organized by principals play a key role in teacher performance. However, in Kiambu County, teacher performance in public secondary schools is low since many teachers do not complete syllabus in time which has occasioned low performance among students. Thus, the purpose of…

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Principals’ Time Management Strategies as Determinants of Teacher Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Kiambu County, Kenya

Principals’ Time Management Strategies as Determinants of Teacher Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Kiambu County, Kenya

Mary Mugwe ChuiSchool of EducationMount Kenya UniversityEmail: mugwemary01@gmail.com Abstract: Time management strategies adopted by principals are crucial determinants of teacher performance in schools. However, teacher performance in public secondary schools in Kiambu County is low since many teachers do not complete syllabus in time and have most of their students register low grades in examinations.…

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Contribution of Principals’ Instructional Leadership on Learners’ Academic Achievement in Public Secondary Schools in Baringo County, Kenya

Contribution of Principals’ Instructional Leadership on Learners’ Academic Achievement in Public Secondary Schools in Baringo County, Kenya

Peter Chebotibin Cherutoi – Kisii UniversityAsitiba Okutu – Kisii UniversitySammy Chumba – Moi UniversityEmail: petercherutoi@gmail.com Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the contribution of principals’ instructional leadership practices in enhancing quality instructional activities in public schools in Baringo County, Kenya. The target population was 6901 Form Four students, 1266 teachers, and 140…

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The Influence of Open Communication by Principals on Performance of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Examinations in Public Secondary Schools in Nandi County, Kenya

The Influence of Open Communication by Principals on Performance of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Examinations in Public Secondary Schools in Nandi County, Kenya

Rono K. Paul, Kapkiai Moses & David RutoSchool of Education, Kisii University, KenyaEmail: ronopaulk@gmail.com Abstract: The absence of open communication channels within public secondary schools directly affects the educational ecosystem. This communication gap can lead to misunderstandings, misinterpretations of academic goals, and a lack of cohesive strategies among stakeholders, ultimately impacting students’ preparation and performance…

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