Tag: quality education
The Effectiveness of School Infrastructure Maintenance Guidelines in Babati District: School Quality Assurers’ Voices

The Effectiveness of School Infrastructure Maintenance Guidelines in Babati District: School Quality Assurers’ Voices

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Francis Edward & Milka OtienoSt John’s University of TanzaniaEmail: fgeffi2@gmail.com Abstract: Infrastructure maintenance guidelines within the Tanzanian Education Policy remain an implementation challenge and an under-researched area despite playing a crucial role in the provision of quality education in Tanzania. Guided by the Resource-Based Theory, the study conceptualized school infrastructure as a strategic resource whose…

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Analysing the Digital Divide in Zimbabwe: Exploring the Obstacles and Consequences for Access to Quality Education in Open and Distance e-Learning at Zimbabwe Open University

Analysing the Digital Divide in Zimbabwe: Exploring the Obstacles and Consequences for Access to Quality Education in Open and Distance e-Learning at Zimbabwe Open University

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Kurebwa Mercy – Zimbabwe Open University Moyo Annah – Midlands State University Lumbe Abigirl – Zimbabwe Open University Email: kurebwam@zou.ac.zw Abstract: This study examined the digital divide in Zimbabwe and its impact on accessing quality education through open and distance e-learning (ODeL). Utilising qualitative research methods and a structural inequality theoretical framework, it sought to…

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Effects of Retrogressive Cultural Practices on Learners in Public Primary Schools in West Pokot County, Kenya

Effects of Retrogressive Cultural Practices on Learners in Public Primary Schools in West Pokot County, Kenya

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Plapan, L. J. Cheruto – Kisii UniversityOkutu A. Aggrey – Kisii UniversitySituma J – Kisii University, Koitalel Samoei University CollegeEmail: iacne@yahoo.com Abstract: Retrogressive cultural practices upheld by the community living in West Pokot County affect provision of quality learning to primary school learners. This study aimed at finding out how these practices hindered the teaching…

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Re-visiting Teaching Practice Assessment in Teacher Education: Towards Quality Education for Sustainable Development

Re-visiting Teaching Practice Assessment in Teacher Education: Towards Quality Education for Sustainable Development

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Winniefridah Matsa – Midlands State University, ZimbabwePlaxedes Chikunda – Great Zimbabwe UniversityEmail: winniematsa@gmail.com/ matsaw@staff.msu.ac.zw Abstract: To attain quality education, teacher education has to undergo transformational teacher practices commensurate with the new trends in education. This paper seeks to assess whether the current teaching practice models and assessment instruments achieved desired skills that are in line…

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Optimal Pricing for Quality Education in Public Sub- county Secondary Schools in Busia County, Kenya

Optimal Pricing for Quality Education in Public Sub- county Secondary Schools in Busia County, Kenya

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Hezekiah Adwar Othoo – Department of Education Psychology, Management and Policy Studies, Alupe University, Kenya Carren Olendo – Department of Education Management and Foundation, Maseno University, Kenya Julius Gogo – Department of Education Management and Foundation, Maseno University, KenyaEmail: hezruakas@gmail.com Abstract: The government pricing guidelines has led to upsurge of enrolment in various secondary schools.…

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Influence of Development Fund Pricing Guidelines on the Quality of Education in Public Sub-County Secondary Schools in Busia County, Kenya

Influence of Development Fund Pricing Guidelines on the Quality of Education in Public Sub-County Secondary Schools in Busia County, Kenya

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Hezekiah Adwar Othoo – Department of Education Psychology, Management and Policy Studies, Alupe University, Kenya.Julius Gogo – Department of Education Management and Foundation, Maseno University, Kenya, Carren Olendo – Department of Education Management and Foundation, Maseno University, KenyaEmail: hezruakas@gmail.com Abstract: The academic performance of public secondary schools in Busia County has been declining for the…

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Management Challenges Facing Secondary Education Quality Improvement Program in Delivery of Quality Education in Bariadi District, Simiyu Region, Tanzania

Management Challenges Facing Secondary Education Quality Improvement Program in Delivery of Quality Education in Bariadi District, Simiyu Region, Tanzania

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Salaganda Izengo and Clara RupiaSt. Augustine University of TanzaniaEmail: izengosalaganda@gmail.com/kokubela55@gmail.com Abstract: This research identified management challenges facing Secondary Education Quality Improvement Program (SEQUIP) in provision of quality education in Bariadi District. The research engaged a mixed research approach with convergent parallel research design. General system theory developed by Ludwig Von Bertalanffy in 1950s guided this…

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Contribution of School Boards for Effective Teaching and Learning: A Focus on Public Secondary Schools in Mbeya District, Tanzania

Contribution of School Boards for Effective Teaching and Learning: A Focus on Public Secondary Schools in Mbeya District, Tanzania

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Jeremiah Tabu & Chrispina LekuleSt. Augustine University of TanzaniaEmail: jeremiahking54@gmail.com Abstract: This study sought to examine contribution of School Boards for effective teaching and learning. The study also explored challenges which School Board members face and how to mitigate them. A mixed research approach and explanatory sequential design were employed. Data was collected through questionnaires…

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Innovative Approaches to Ensuring Quality Education in Poorly-resourced and Over-crowded Classrooms of the Public schools of Gasabo District-Kigali City

Innovative Approaches to Ensuring Quality Education in Poorly-resourced and Over-crowded Classrooms of the Public schools of Gasabo District-Kigali City

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Patrick Gatsinzi – Adventist University of Central Africa, Kigali, Rwanda, Dr. Wilton Ndayisenga – Adventist University of Central Africa, Kigali, Rwanda, Dr. Marie Claire Mukamazimpaka – Mount Kenya University, Rwanda& Mugisha John Kabeja – University of Rwanda, College of EducationEmail: gatsinzipatrick@yahoo.com Received March 12, 2020; Reviewed April 20; Accepted April 22, 2020 Abstract: Achieving quality…

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Effect of Education on Sustainable Development in East African Universities: A Case of Two Universities in Uganda and Rwanda

Effect of Education on Sustainable Development in East African Universities: A Case of Two Universities in Uganda and Rwanda

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Prof. Dr. Kaaya Siraje* – University of Technology and Arts of Byumba, Rwanda and Henry Stanley Mbowa Kampala University, Uganda *Corresponding author: profkaayas@gmail.com Received October 17, 2018; Revised November 25, 2018; Accepted November 30, 2018 Abstract: Education is a key resource in society which encourages innovative approaches towards societal transition and sustainability through formal education…

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