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Factors Leading to Kiswahili Poor Speaking Skills in Kicukiro Secondary Schools, Rwanda

Factors Leading to Kiswahili Poor Speaking Skills in Kicukiro Secondary Schools, Rwanda

Pascal Sebazungu – Department of Humanities Languages University of Rwanda-College of Education.Martin Hubert Ikuramutse – Department of Languages- Groupe Scolaire CAMP KigaliEmail: psebazungu@gmail.com/ikuramabert@gmail.com Abstract: This study aims at investigating factors that lead to Kiswahili poor Speaking Skills in Kicukiro Secondary Schools, Rwanda. The study was guided by constructivism theory by Jean Piaget (1896-1980). Different methods…

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Effect of Continuous Professional Development on Teaching Biology in Nine Year Basic Education Schools of Gicumbi District, Rwanda

Effect of Continuous Professional Development on Teaching Biology in Nine Year Basic Education Schools of Gicumbi District, Rwanda

*Innocent Nunguye – African Center of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning of Mathematics and Science, College of Education, University of Rwanda, Rwanda. Leon R. Mugabo – African Center of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning of Mathematics and Science, College of Education, University of Rwanda, Rwanda.Francois N. Niyonzima – Department of Mathematics, Science and…

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The Influence of the Low Use of ICT on Teaching Biology in Nine Years Basic Education Schools of Rwanda

The Influence of the Low Use of ICT on Teaching Biology in Nine Years Basic Education Schools of Rwanda

Emmanuel Kamonyo, Ephrem Shaban Mbarute & Prof. Wenceslas NzabarirwaUniversity of Rwanda College of Education (UR-CE), African Centre of Excellence for InnovativeTeaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS)Email: kamonyoemmanuel3@gmail.com Abstract: This study examined the influence of low use of ICT on teaching biology in Nine Years Basic Education schools Nyaruguru district Rwanda. It aimed to determine…

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Exploring the Impact of Project-Based Learning on the Students’ Attitudes towards Physics in Mbale District, Uganda

Exploring the Impact of Project-Based Learning on the Students’ Attitudes towards Physics in Mbale District, Uganda

Robert Wakumire – College of Education (UR-CE)Dr. Pheneas Nkundabakura – Department of PhysicsAbraham Daniel Mollel – African Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science University of RwandaCissy Nazziwa – African Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science University of RwandaEmail: wakumire24@gmail.com Abstract: This study explored the influence…

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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

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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Student’s Attitudes and Perceptions toward Learning Physics in Arusha City Secondary Schools, Tanzania

Student’s Attitudes and Perceptions toward Learning Physics in Arusha City Secondary Schools, Tanzania

Abraham Daniel Mollel – University of Rwanda- College of Education, Africa Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science, Kayonza, Rwanda Dr. Evareste Minani – Department of Mathematics, Science and Physical Education, University of Rwanda- College of Education, Kayonza,Rwanda Beni Mbwile – University of Rwanda- College of Education, Africa Centre of Excellence…

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Public Pre-Primary School Teachers’ Use of Play as a Classroom Teaching Strategy: A Case of Bunyala, Busia County, Kenya

Public Pre-Primary School Teachers’ Use of Play as a Classroom Teaching Strategy: A Case of Bunyala, Busia County, Kenya

Zachary A. Okello – Mount Kenya University, KenyaDr. Josephine Kirimi – Mount Kenya University, KenyaDr. Hudson Ouko Ong’ang’a – Kenyatta University, KenyaCorresponding Author: zacharyokello06@gmail.com Abstract: Learner’s classroom participation can be gauged by; confidence levels turn-taking, numeracy skills, manipulative competencies and task completion. However, over time, adequate inculcation of play as a strategy in early childhood…

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Effect of Mind Mapping Teaching Strategy on Mathematics Achievement among Secondary School Students in Nandi County, Kenya

Effect of Mind Mapping Teaching Strategy on Mathematics Achievement among Secondary School Students in Nandi County, Kenya

Keter Philemon Kibet, Prof. John Simiyu and Dr. Joseph Mubichakani,School of Education, University of EldoretCorresponding Author: kpketer@gmail.com Abstract: The teaching of mathematics still follows the traditional pattern which is identified to be ineffective and a factor responsible for the poor performance. Students’ performance in mathematics in secondary schools in Nandi County is deemed to be…

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School Factors Contributing to Low ZIMSEC Pass Rate: A Case of Tapiwa Primary School, Gweru District in Zimbabwe

School Factors Contributing to Low ZIMSEC Pass Rate: A Case of Tapiwa Primary School, Gweru District in Zimbabwe

Dr. Gambiza CathrineAtlantic International University, Honululu, Hawaiigambiza0@gmail.com Abstract: The research focused on school factors that contribute to low ZIMSEC performance at Tapiwa Primary School Gweru District in the Midlands Province, Zimbabwe. The study sample was composed of (10) participants (5 males and 5 females) it used a Thematic case study research design with a qualitative…

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Creating an Enabling Environment for Learning Chemistry: A Case of Using Mobile Phone Apps for Attitude Change in Resource Constrained Private Secondary Schools in Uganda

Creating an Enabling Environment for Learning Chemistry: A Case of Using Mobile Phone Apps for Attitude Change in Resource Constrained Private Secondary Schools in Uganda

Jimmy Luyima, Michael Walimbwa & John SentongoCollege of Education and External studies – Makerere University, UgandaCorresponding Author: luyimajimmy@gmail.com Abstract: Intrigued by reports ranking chemistry as one of the worst performed science subjects over the years at Uganda Certificate of Examination level, citing attitude towards the subject as one of the explanations, this study investigated the…

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