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Factors influencing effective implementation of free day secondary education in Maara district, Tharaka Nithi county, Kenya.
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The importance of secondary education globally has grown considerably especially in developing countries with the success of Universal Primary Education (UPE). Kenya being among the developing countries has since independence attempted to provide basic education to all in an attempt to solve problems of illiteracy and ignorance with degree of success. This led to the launch of Free Primary Education (FPE) in 2003 which resulted to drastic enrolment of pupils in primary schools. However, these resulted to wastage rate among standard eight pupils since only a small proportion was able to access• and complete their secondary education. This was due to the cost implications of high school fees which was an affliction to many parents. The government of Kenya therefore launched the Free Day Secondary Education (FDSE) •initiative in 2008 as a strategy to address the challenges brought about by the introduction of FPE. However, concerns have been raised over the effectiveness of this programme, though these concerns are neither founded on any systematic studies _ ported by any empirical data. The researcher therefore sought to establish the l based factors, teacher based factors, and community based factors that influence effective implementation of Free Day Secondary School Education in Maara District. A descriptive survey research design was used, in which public day secondary schools in Maara District were targeted. The target population was 447 and sample size of 107 respondents was randomly and purposively selected to participate in the study. A total of 107 participants were selected which formed 23.9% the total population. Data was gathered through interview schedule and questionnaire whose validity and reliability had been established by subjecting the instrument to a pilot study which was carried out on LO respondents outside the sample of the study. The 10 respondents were randomly selected and a test-retest technique of measuring reliability of the instrument was used which is concerned with • mal consistency of the instrument. Correlation coefficient (r) for the two tests calculated using Karl\ Pearson's moment coefficient correlation (r) which requires a (r) of 0.7 for the two halves. Data was analyzed using Statistical Packages for Social Sciences (SPSS) and output presented in frequency tables and bar graphs. The study established the following as factors influencing effective implementation of FDSE: inadequate physical facilities, inadequate teaching and learning resources, shortage of teachers lack of. motivation of teachers, large workload of teachers, lack of management training of school heads, and lack of support from the parents. The study further established that the funds allocated to schools were inadequate, hence did not meet the needs of the school as required. The recommendations made by this study were that the government should ensure that schools have all the physical facilities and other school resources necessary for the teaching and learning process. Emphasis should be put on disbursing the FDSE funds on time especially at the beginning of the year when schools require these funds to plan for the yearly activities
A case of Mwanza,Kilimanjaro and Manyara Regions
No full textRM 216.G4 2014Clinical practice is an essential part of nursing education. Nursing students must effectively complete all the required clinical placements in order to qualify for professional nursing practice. The purpose of this study was to describe the factors that affect learning during clinical practice by pre service diploma nursing students in Tanzania. The objectives of the study were to: - identify student factors affecting clinical practice of pre service diploma nursing students; identify hospital factors affecting clinical practice of pre service diploma nursing students in Tanzania and determine the effects of social economic background on the nursing student's clinical practice. The study design used was descriptive cross-sectional in which the questionnaire were used to coilect data which were pretested at Karatu Health training institute department of nursing for reliability and validity. A census approach was used to include all 85 nurse tutors as well as 123 pre service diploma nursing students. Sampling technique was purposive sampling to select three (3) administrative regions; the researcher used simple random sampling to select nursing students and nurse tutors included in the study. The sample was drawn from three administrative regions of Tanzania namely Kilimanjaro, Mwanza and Manyara with a total of eight nursing schools within 8 districts. The results showed that anxiety and gender significantly affected clinical practices with P value of 0.0020.Effective supervision and assessment of students improved clinical practice (32.3%).Less than half of nursing students (39.6%) reported lack of self-confidence while32.3% mentioned absenteeism from clinical area from time to time. About half of the nurse tutors (49.4%) reported the factors which negatively affected clinical practices including enrollment of large number of students which did not match with the number of nurse tutors. Ways to improve clinical practice included recruitment of adequate and competent number of nurse tutors reported by (51.8%). As to conclude female students as finding revealed, are the one with great deal of anxiety than male students this affected their clinical practices, nurse tutors and clinical instructors should encourage and sensitize them. Effective and fairly supervision and assessment by competent nurse tutors and clinical instructors help nursing students to gain self-confidence. Also supervisors and other staff in the clinical area who are assigned to guide students can be serious to make sure that students can attend in clinical area regularly and on time without abscondment. Resources which were missing should be taken into consideration and priority. Additionally, modern skills laboratory and competent nurse tutors were needed in each nursing schools
A case of Catholic university of health and Allied sciences and st John's university of Tanzania
No full textRT 81.5 .S6 2014A call for collaboration betweenprofessions in health and social care is one of the key reforms in healthcare. This came after realizing that, in order to meet the demands of the community, health professionals have to be encouraged to work -cellaboratively. In this regard, Inter-Professional Learning (IPL) among students of health and allied health sciences has been advocated to break down boundaries between them. Application of this approach has been influenced by various factors including students' perceptions. The purpose of the study was to determine the perception of undergraduate nursing students on IPL approach at Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences and St John's University of Tanzania Specific objectives were to determine what the undergraduate nursing students know about the IPL approach, determine their views on the way IPL approach is being implemented in their university and identify challenges faced, during the IPL approach. The study employed a descriptive cross-sectional design. A convenient sampling method was adopted to obtain a sample of 240 respondents from the total population of 288 undergraduate nursing students. Data analysis was carried out with the help of Epi Info, computer software. Out of 228 respondents, 136 {59. 7%) said IPL is effectively applied in the university, 36.4% said it is not effectively applied while the minority 9 (3.9%) pointed out that IPL is not applied at all. A majority of 192 {85.3%) of the respondents revealed that they need the IPL approach in their university. This finding is statistically significant (P value < 0.05). Three main challenges encountered by students exposed to the use of IPL were; inadequate learning/teaching resources 51.8%, schedule conflicts 33.3% and lack of cooperation among learners and lecturers 19. 7%. Relevant solutions were suggested by respondents in relation to each problem including, improving learning/teaching resources as suggested by 48%, proper planning to avoid schedule conflicts 28% and promoting cooperation among learners and lecturers 18% respectively. The University and other stakeholders should address the findings of this study because the students' views of the IPL approach suggest opportunities for improvement Therefore, it is highly recommended that the university constructs or extends the existing lecture halls, purchase functional teaching aids, use varied instruction methods, conducts seminar/workshop on IPL approach, hires/recruit nurse lecturers and provide opportunity for staff and students to be involved in the development of new strategies for better use -of IPL in the future
Effects of divorce on lay leadership roles in the church: A case study of the Roman Catholic church in Suneka parish, Kisii County - Kenya
No full textThe study was conducted to examine the effects of divorce on lay leadership roles in the Roman Catholic Church in Suneka Parish, Kisii County. The research showed the effects of divorce on lay leadership roles in the Roman Catholic Church. It examined the causes of divorce on lay leaders in the Roman Catholic Church and investigated the Christian's view on divorce. It also determined the possible solutions for divorce among lay leaders in the Roman Catholic Church. The research was conducted through sampling of the lay leaders and church member in the Roman Catholic Church, at Suneka Parish between May 2013 and June, 2013. The study will be of great help to the Roman Catholic Church in assessing the extent by which divorce has affected its lay leadership role in the church. The study target population was 205 Christians consisting of25 catholic catechists, 25 church chairpersons, 25 secretaries and 130 catholic adherents (members) and sample size of 169 of target population which was appropriated through simple random sampling which was used to choose randomly the respondents. The study employed a quantitative approach. The quantitative approach used was a questionnaire. It utilized a descriptive sample survey design, which was largely descriptive. Data was analyzed by the use of frequencies and percentages and were presented in tables. The research revealed that the majority of lay leaders and church members agreed that divorce has become a problem threatening leadership position in the Roman Catholic Church. The Roman Catholic Church lay leaders should ensure that leader hip role i effective and efficient in the Roman Catholic Church. The study recommended that, divorce should be controlled by instituting the bible teachings on divorce, counseling by experts and also the Roman Catholic Church should discourage polygamous within Christians
Challenges faced in effective implementation of the language of instruction in lower classes in public primary schools in Mathira East District, Kenya
No full textLB 2806.15 .N48 2014The Language in education policy has the potential to make primary education contextually located and locally accessible, particularly to the ethnic minority and marginalized groups, improving the reach and quality of education. The application of language of instruction policy in lower primary classes in Kenyan public schools has not been effectively implemented. With the recent public declaration of opposition towards the Language in education policy from the teachers body in Kenya is evidence of this. The purpose of this study was to examine the challenges faced in effective implementation of the language of instruction in lower classes in public primary schools in Mathira East District, Nyeri County. The objectives of this study were, to: determine teacher based challenges the on effective implementation of the language of instruction, assess challenges posed by instructional materials on effective implementation of language of instruction, establish the challenges associated with education policy and planning on effective implementation of the language of instruction and investigate the role of the language status on effective implementation of the language of instruction in lower classes. The study adopted a descriptive design and was located in Mathira East District. The target population was 38 primary school head teachers and 114 lower primary teachers. The study used simple random sampling to technique. The study selected a sample size of 15 head teachers and 45 lower class teachers. The main research instrument was the questionnaire. An interview guide was also used to collect data from the District Quality Assurance and Standards Officer. The questionnaire was pilot tested to a selected sample of four teachers and two head teachers in the District and who were excluded in the final study. A reliability coefficient of 0.82 was acceptable for this study. Data was analyzed using descriptive analytical methods which included percentages and charts. To enhance clarity the results were presented in tables, charts and graphs. It was hoped that the findings of this study would assist education planners, the policy makers, school managements, teachers and other interested parties initiate necessary intervention measures to make implementation of the use of first language in the classes a reality. The study established that a relatively small population (11.4%) of teachers was well conversant with the local language. The study also established that majority of the teachers had not undergone language training in the sampled schools as 81.8% of the teachers indicated they had not undergone any first language training in college. The study also established that the government does not give adequate support for application of first language in lower primary as majority of the head teachers (78.6%) and teachers (68.4%) indicated they receive least support from the government. Majority of the teachers (93 .18%) indicated that the first language materials are not adequate in the schools. The study recommends that awareness should be done in order for the parents and other education stake holders understand and appreciate the role of first language in cognitive development of lower primary learners. The study also recommends that Lower primary teachers should undergo first language training in the training institutions. Therefore the lower primary teacher training curriculum should be expanded or overhauled to accommodate this change. More instructional materials must be availed in school. The publishing houses should publish first language instructional materials
Key account management, e-commerce, implementation models, market orientation and performance of selected private sectors firms in kenya
No full textModern business firms are facing stiff competition in this era of a rapidly changing business environment coupled with the globalization of markets. Consequently, many firms have adapted key accounts management model to build, nurture and maintain strong customer bonds in addition to other marketing strategies. The key account management model has successfully been utilized in the developed economies. With the advent of e-commerce, business environment has rapidly changed impacting greatly on business strategies practices. This is not the case in developing countries like Kenya, thus this study assessed the effects of key accounts management on selected private sector firms 'in Ken-ya. The core ofthis study was to assess the relationship between key accounts management, e-commerce, implementation models, market orientation and performance of private sector firms in Kenya. The objectives of the study were to: assess the effect of key success factors of key account management on performance of private sector firms; assess the effect of implementation models on firm performance; establish the effects of e-commerce; and lastly establish the role of market orientation on the firm performance. Descriptive survey research design was used and data was collected through questionnaires that were e-mailed to the respondents. The target population comprised of private sector firms operating in Kenya with a minimum turnover of KES750 Million per annum during year 2010 and 2011. The population comprised of 301 firms and a sample size of 168 firms was obtained through stratified random sampling technique. Data analysis was done using factor analysis, Pearson correlation coefficient and multiple regression analysis. Jn order to test the proposed theoretical study model, Structural Equation Modeling was performed using AMOS version 17.0. The model was supported as having a good fit since all the key statistical indices were above or below the recommended levels. The findings showed that core success factors of key accounts management (organizational, inter-firm and individual factors) significantly impacted firm performance as was indicated by the regression model results (R2 = 0.487, p= 0.01). The three main implementation models (change, collaborative and cultural variables) had a significant effect on firm's performance as indicated by the regression model results (R2 = 0.624, p = 0.01). E-commerce had a significant impact on the firm's performance (R2 = 0.662, p = 0.01). Finally, market orientation significantly influenced firm performance (R2 = 0.224, p = 0.01). In conclusion, key account management strategy significantly affected the firm's performance while e-commerce influenced firm performance through information technology and organizational capabilities. From this study it is recommended that managers of private sector firms should tap into this new knowledge regarding key account management to enhance their competitiveness
Perception of teaching effectiveness in the school of medicine and health sciences of Kenya Methodist University
No full textRA 421.O6 2014Effective teaching is an integral aspect of quality in the teaching/learning process that should be judged based on the performance of the graduates of an academic program and achievement of curriculum outcomes. However, teaching is a complex and demanding activity that involves mastery of content, classroom control, techniques of organization, and command of teaching skills. Teaching consists not only of instruction, but also of the systematic promotion of learning using various strategies. Thus an interest in evaluating perception of teaching effectiveness has increased over time and this is also a pertinent issue for KeMU School of Medicine and Health Sciences, to meet the standards of the health profession by effectively offering quality medical education. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of teaching in the undergraduate degree programs in the School of Medicine and Health Sciences at the Kenya Methodist University (KeMU) main campus. Despite a wide use of various evaluation tools, little is known about perception on evaluation of teaching effectiveness and especially in KeMU. Such knowledge is important to facilitate interpretation of evaluation results and process. The School of Medicine and Health Sciences offers undergraduate programs byfull • time face to face instruction, part time and Open and Distance Learning Mode (ODLM).This study focused on the full time face to face mode of instruction. A descriptive cross-sectional design and questionnaire were used. The sample was a total of 18 lecturers and 80 full time students in the School of Medicine and Health Sciences representing 4 different programs. An interview guide was designed to elicit views from the Chairmen of 4 Departments (CoD) in the School of Medicine and Health Sciences with full time students and Director of Quality Assurance and standards (DQA) regarding the teaching and learning process in the School. The findings showed that 89% of the lecturers stated that they demonstrated mastery of content compared to 49% of the students.The findings also indicated that evaluation was viewed as a means to facilitate improvement within medical education. On the other hand 72% of the lectures appreciated that evaluation of their teaching effectiveness improved their performance and teaching skills. Thus teaching quality education was believed to be dependent on content, process, teacher and student characteristics as well as learning outcome, with an emphasis on the latter. Hence the findings shows that adherence to laid down policies, lecturers competences in content delivery and knowledge of the subject in relation to making use of the evaluation tool will improve the performance of both the lecturers and the student. Medical students and medical lecturers stressed that continuous evaluation and staff development should be the primary goal for the School in the evaluation process. The ultimate goal is to improve the teaching in the School of Medicine and Health Sciences
The factors influencing the proliferation of new christian religious movements in Imenti South District, Meru County.
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TITLE: FACTORS INFLUENCING PROLIFERATION OF NEW CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS MOVEMENTS IN IMENTI SOUTH DISTRICT, MERU COUNTY.
AUTHOR: M’ARACHI MIRITI JOSEPH
We live in a world where almost all human beings are yearning for deliverance from personal or collective suffering as a result of the prevailing evils. Consequently, people, despite innate pride of the human heart, are seeking Gods loving grace, a quest that has predisposed them to the teaching of any group that goes by the name "Christian". This has resulted in the proliferation of the new Christian religious movements - a common phenomenon in the world today, of which lrnenti South District is not an exception. The purpose of this study is to explore factors influencing the proliferation of new Christian religious movements in Imenti South District of Meru. Questionnaires and interviews were used to obtain the background information on the factors behind the new Christian religious movements, and the areas in which the mainstream churches are failing to satisfy the spiritual and other needs of their members. The study was carried out in Imenti South District. In both the 36 mainline churches and the new religious groups the questionnaires were given to church leaders, administrators and lay Christians. The researcher had a target population of 16200 Christians but reduced it to 3240. This number was further reduced to 648 for ease of management. Descriptive research design is used. Stratified sampling was used to select the respondents because they exist in several groups. The final sample size was reduced to 162 respondents, and to these the questionnaires were administered. The researcher used questionnaires and interviews as the main instruments for data collection from the pastors/leaders, men, women and the youth of the various churches. The responses were collected for analysis and the data compiled in tables, graphs and the pie -charts. In general, the study established the following as the reasons behind the attractiveness of the new Christian religious movements and their forms of worship to people in strongly religious and secular societies hunger for holiness; the leadership struggles characterized by lack of inclusivity of all necessary skills. Unsatisfied psychological and basic need the pursuing of material prosperity, Search for spiritual healing, Sense of belonging and life's meaning. The Recommendation was made based on the outcome of the study that there is a need to promote good spiritual and moral leaching based on biblical theology and acculturate to modern positive Christian ethical values. The further research can be done on biblical exegesis, roles of the church in transforming social life, the charismatic movement, and the importance of the Christian ethical values in the present society
Influence of devolved government system on education administration in public schools in Makadara district, Nairobi county.
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Devolution is one form of decentralized governance which aims at ensuring the participation of citizens. Devolution led to devolved government system with each unit being autonomous in nature and governed by the Governor. While some public functions were devolved to the counties others were partially devolved; pre-primary education was devolved to the counties while all other functions of the education sector were left to the national government. This study sought to establish the influence of devolved government system on education administration in public schools in Makadara District, Nairobi County. The study objectives were; to identify effects of devolution on education administration in public schools in Makadara District; to identify strategies employed by the devolved government system on education administration in public schools in Makadara District and to identify challenges faced by education administrators within devolved government system in administering education in public schools in Makadara District. The study used Descriptive survey research design. The target population was 401 respondents who comprised 38 Board of Management representatives, 320 teachers, 38 principals of public schools of Makadara district and education administrators including one District Education Officer, two Quality Assurance and Standards Officers, one Education County Director and one TSC County Director. Cluster sampling then random sampling were done to achieve a sample of 141 respondents used for the study. Two sets of questionnaires and an interview schedule were used as the research instruments for the study. Piloting of the research instruments ensured reliability while expert opinion was used for validity purposes. The data collected was analyzed by use of Statistical Package for Social Sciences and presented in tables. The study found that devolution greatly affect education administration in public schools in Makadara District as it led to better transparency and accountability. There has been schools upgrading and more students have benefited from bursaries. Since students' performance is affected by the administrative function, devolved government system has undertaken various interventions to ensure that school going children attend school such as parent and students' sensitization, provision of basic facilities and lunch programs. It was further deduced that education administrators are faced with numerous challenges within devolved government system in administering education in public schools such as overlap in roles of county government officers and Municipal Education Officers. The study recommends that the Ministry of Education should provide clear guidelines and well outlined job descriptions for each stakeholder in the education system to enhance coordination and avoid conflicting roles. There should be close supervision of the students by the teachers working closely with parents. The parents should also be enlightened on the major role they should play in enhancing their children academic achievement. Further, the monitoring and evaluation interventions should also be enhanced in the area to ensure that the education system in the area is meeting the required standards and according to the set plan
The Relationship between Policy Availability and Capacity Levels for Disaster Preparedness in Hospitals within Nairobi County.
No full textP 109-121Increased disaster cases coupled with the fact that Nairobi County joined the World Disaster Reduction Campaign among which one of the themes was 'Hospitals safe from disasters', made it important that disaster preparedness in hospitals within Nairobi County be examined. No studies have been done regarding disaster preparedness in hospitals within Nairobi County, making this study a key resource for evidence-based decision making, especially in resource needs prioritization. The broad objective of this study was to determine the relationship between policy availability and capacity levels for disaster preparedness in hospitals within Nairobi County. The specific objective was to determine the relationship between availability of policies and level of capacities in hospitals within Nairobi County. This was a descriptive cross sectional study. The study setting was in Nairobi County, Kenya. A total of 32 hospitals and 263 respondents were sampled. Research instruments used comprised questionnaires and key informant interviews. Quantitative and qualitative data was obtained. Quantitative data was of use in determining the statistical significance of the study. Qualitative data aimed at obtaining in depth information regarding challenges and recommendations to hospital disaster preparedness on the basis of how policy availability and capacity levels relate. Study results revealed that there were problems related to staffing, hospital equipment, hospital infrastructure, policies, training and drills. In conclusion, a positive relationship existed between policy availability and capacity levels with capacities being dependent on policies. Policy availability was established to be dependent on the finance and stewardship health system pillars. This study recommends that for maximization of health resources towards disaster preparedness in hospitals within Nairobi County, policy formulation and implementation should be prioritized with emphasis on funding and good stewardship. This will result in a strengthened health system with institutional capacities in place