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Access to Higher Education in a Devolved System of Government
Get PDFThe New Constitution (2010) brought in its wake a devolved government with key functions being devolved to county governments. This paper set out to address the following objectives: (1) to evaluate the status of higher education within Uasin Gishu County; (2) to establish the challenges facing HEIs in Uasin Gishu County and (3) to suggest a raft of policy measures to mitigate the constraints facing higher education within the county. Data was obtained from secondary sources including various publications of the State Department of Education, county department of education, Kenya Bureau of Statistics, journals, newspapers, policy documents etc. The findings of the study indicate that HEIs have increased in number and size, but there are still challenges in provision, accessing and management of higher education within the county. Although the county has several Universities, the growing number of admissible students cannot be fully absorbed by the existing Universities. The increased private social demand for education has led to the proliferation of several University campuses, which pose serious challenges of quality and standards. Universities still continue to grapple with the challenges of limited finances, facilities and adequate faculty to meet the growing demand. Access to higher education has to be expanded, especially to students from rural areas and marginalized communities
Factors Influencing Inventory Management in Public Sector: A Case Study of Kajiado County Hospital
Get PDFThe aim of this study was to investigate the factors influencing inventory management at the public sector from which the researcher settled on Kajiado District Hospital. The various factors investigated were broken into Procurement procedure, lead time, supplier selection and e- procurement. The objectives were to; determine how procurement procedures influence inventory management, to determine how e-procurement influences inventory management at Kajiado County Hospital. The study used thirty percent of the target population consisted of officers from various departments who are directly responsible in inventory management to ensure that the customer demands are effectively and efficiently met. Information was collected from forty five (45) of the targeted one hundred and fifty (150) respondents using structured and semi structured questionnaires. Data was quantitatively analyzed using SPSS version 22 which presented frequency tables, graphs and the necessary measures of variance for effective interpretation. The key findings in the research indicated several challenges in inventory management such as limitation of scope from which suppliers are selected, lack of transparent supplier appraisal process, lack of transparent tender awarding process and pre- qualification of supplier not made public. Delays was another challenge which was caused by the process of initiating a request of supplies to the supplier, non-availability of some pharmaceuticals from the Kenyan market or in the global market, legislation issues also come in to play as these products had to be authorized to be used in Kenyan market hence delays while awaiting approval and other logistical issues. Lack of e-procurement which could have been fast and reduce the delays. The study was of great importance to Kenyan government and donors it assisted in identifying areas of improvement in procurement process of such activities. To researchers the study formed basis for future research
THE FUTURE OF ADMINISTRATIVE LAW IN KENYA
Get PDFAdministrative actions by government, in pre and post colonial Kenya, have consistently fallen short of serving public interest. This has been so despite the existence of administrative law. The purpose of this study was to establish the developments in administrative law vis-Ã -vis the attitude of the government towards public service. The researcher randomly identified some key historical events and noted how they have influenced public policy, executive actions, judicial decisions, and legislation. Â The study found that a flawed philosophy of governance undermined the ability of institutions of governance to serve public interest pre independence to the year 2010. However since administrative law was constitutionalized in 2010, administrative actions are being influenced by judicial decisions, legislation, and public policy of the government. Thus, the study concluded that the future of administrative law will depend on the quality of judicial decisions, legislation, and public policy of the government. The study recommended that public participation in the legislative, judicial, and public policy formulation processes should be encouraged by all
Challenges and Innovations in Africanising Music in the Classroom: A Kenyan Experience
Get PDFThis paper interrogates possibilities of Africanizing music in the classroom against the backdrop of modernity, innovations and challenges that come with globalization and modern technology. The major questions that the paper attempts to answer are: why is it necessary to Africanise the music classroom in Kenya today? What are the major challenges in Africanising music in the classroom? What are the innovative possibilities that are likely to emerge in the process of Africanising music in the classroom in view of the effect of modernity on African cultural arts such as music? Basically, the scope of the paper is limited to classroom instruction with regard to creativity in the process of music making by employing elements of music in the context of African music philosophy, theory and practice. However, where applicable, examples from the Western music making perspectives are referred to. Theoretically, the paper is underpinned by the three domains of learning in Bloom\u27s Taxonomy; namely: Cognitive, Psychomotor and Affective as expounded by Benjamin Bloom (1948). The study adopts a qualitative approach with a survey design. Data was collected from purposively sampled informants –mainly music lecturers from selected Kenyan universities. The collected data was analysed and interpreted with a focus on answering the earlier raised study questions. Finally, conclusions and ways forward outlined
FREE DAY SECONDARY SCHOOL EDUCATION: CAUSES OF HIGH DROP OUT RATES OF STUDENTS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KIPKELION SUB-COUNTY, KERICHO COUNTY, KENYA.
Get PDFThe study endeavoured to investigate factors that cause dropout of secondary school students in Kipkelion Sub County. The study was guided by social demand theory. The objective of the study was to identify factors that cause drop out in secondary schools in Kipkelion Sub County.  The Study population comprised 1600 form 4 students and 25 head teachers in 25 secondary schools in Kipkelion Sub County. The sample size consisted of 343 students and 19 head teachers which were selected using both purposive and simple random sampling techniques. Quantitative data was analysed using descriptive statistics. Questionnaires and document analysis were used to collect quantitative data while interviews with the principals and sub county directors generated qualitative data. Validity of instruments was confirmed by involving experts. Reliability was determined by using parallel form technique and chronbach’s alpha of 0.78 was obtained. It was established that despite the introduction of free day secondary school education (FDSE), there is still a good number of obstacles. The greatest causes of dropouts are early marriages and teenage pregnancies among girls. There are also latent costs which are beyond the reach of most parents and others are retrogressive cultural practices, pregnancies, lack of sufficient teachers, HIV and AIDS. In spite of innovative strategies the Government of Kenya has undertaken, the cost of education has not substantially decreased for a majority of students whose backgrounds are poor. The recommendation is that the Government of Kenya through the ministry of education should increase the amount of capitation and sensitize the communities on the importance of taking their children’s education more seriously especially the girl-child and elimination of retrogressive cultural values
GENDER BASED LEADERSHIP AND SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION: A CASESTUDY OF MBALE DISTRICT LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Get PDFFemale head teachers in Uganda primary schools are affected by their earlier socialization and cultural understanding of their roles. Quite often women have been sidelined and their contributions in schools have not been recognized. Accordingly, there are very few female head teachers in Government Grant-Aided primary schools. These minimal numbers of women in decision making positions make Africa lose human resource in development. It is against this background that this study was aimed to explore the challenges faced female head teachers in Government Grant-Aided primary schools. The general question of the study was, ‘which unique challenges do female administrators face in Government Grant-Aided primary schools in Uganda? The findings of the study will act as a reference to other researchers within the same field of study and also provide a voice for female head teachers
Effects of Work life Balance on Employees Performance in Institutions of Higher Learning: A Case Study of Kabarak University
Get PDFWork-life balance is basically the positive relationship between work and other equally important activities in life which include family, leisure, personal development and community development issues. The relationship cannot be clearly defined and varies from person to person according to their life demands. Work life balance is intended to allow employees greater flexibility in their working patterns so that they can balance what they do at work with the responsibilities and interests they have outside work. The purpose of the study was to examine the effects of work life balance on employees performance. The unit of study was Kabarak University which is private Chartered University in Nakuru County. The main objective of the study was to analyze the effects of work life balance on employee performance in Kabarak University. The specific objectives was to establish the effects of work-family priorities conflict on employees performance, establish the effects of employee assistance programs affect employees performance. The research used descriptive technique, specifically case study. The method used to collect data was primary method. Primary data was gathered through structured questionnaires. The target population of the study was 244 from which a sample size of 70 was determined. Data was analyzed using statistical package for social science (SPSS).The data was presented in table format where percentages were presented. To determine if the independent variables influence the dependent variable Chi-square tests was done.  The study revealed that work family priorities conflict affected the performance of employees. The study, therefore, concluded that work life balance is an important aspect of work and family which should be embraced to improve employees performance. The study therefore recommended that organization should come up with ways of balancing what employees do in their jobs and how they cater for their family needs to reduce the imbalance and thus improve their performance. Â
It is expected that the study will be utilized by the Human Resource Department of Kabarak University to understand the effects of work life balance on the performance of employees
THE FUTURE OF MUSIC IN NIGERIA
Get PDFThe future of music in Nigeria is of great concern to music educators in specific and educationists in general. Music is a dimensional subject but also a skill oriented subject. These functions create career opportunities and means of livelihood for individuals, and even generate revenue for the government. It is from this premise that this paper seeks to discuss the concept of music, education and music education. It highlights traditional and western music education in Nigeria. An examination of formal music education in Nigeria was presented in this article. This paper examines the structure objectives of music education. It also highlights the general situation of music education. Lastly the paper looks into the future direction of music education in Nigeria. Descriptive, survey and bibliographic method were used to determine the future of music education in Nigeria. The outcome of the study revealed that music education in Nigeria is western oriented. It lacks social cultural identity relevant to Nigeria situation. The paper in its conclusion and recommendation emphasized that, the future direction of music education rest solely on the re-structure of music education curriculum so as to provide fertile land for the growth, strength and values of music in Nigeria
EFFECT OF PRESCHOOL TEACHERS EXPERIENCE ON STRATEGIES TO SCAFFOLD SOCIOEMOTIONAL COMPETENCE AMONG PRESCHOOL CHILDREN
Get PDFThe learning process, mental health and well-being of children in the future are founded on their Pre-school experiences. Focal to this is the children’s Socio-Emotional Competencies (SEC) which help them recognize, understand and appropriately express their emotions as well as identify and appreciate others’ emotional expression. Children with poor SEC end up with deprived overall life outcomes. This paper examines the effect of pre-school teachers’ experience on the strategies they use to scaffold SEC in children. Teachers’ experience was categorized into: novice; fairly experienced and experienced while socio-emotional competence was examined in four areas including self-awareness, relationship management, social awareness and self-management. Using a mixed method research design 98 private and public pre-schools were sampled; 301 pre-school teachers purposively selected; 6 pre-school teachers interviewed and 2 pre-school classrooms observed. Data was collected using questionnaires, observation checklist and interview schedules. Results revealed a significant effect of pre-school teachers experience on strategies used to scaffold SEC in children at a p value = 0.003; with teachers’ strategies to scaffold SEC among children improving with experience. The identified strategies for experienced teachers were that they showed concern for one another as well as taking keen interest in the children’s individual differences. The study concluded that pre-school teachers’ experience influence scaffolding strategies to children’s SEC. The study recommends that efforts be made to control high turnover of pre-school teachers. Professional development and continuing education that focuses on non-cognitive skills in children should be encouraged among all pre-school teachers
REVIEW OF POLITICAL PARTY DEMOCRACY IN KENYA
Get PDFKenya’s independence elections of 1963 were contested on multi-party democracy. Over fifty years later, political parties still revolve around personalities. It is difficult to distinguish the leading political parties by clear ideology. Consequently, consolidation of political party democracy in Kenya has been derailed. The purpose of this study was to establish the institutional deficiencies that have undermined political party democracy in pre and post independent Kenya. The researcher studied the country’s political history from various authoritative sources and noted in narrative form the events that influenced political party democracy in Kenya. The study found out that political party democracy in Kenya pre independence to 2010 when a new constitution was promulgated has been undermined by executive power excesses, negative ethnicity, and political corruption. The study recommended faithful and full implementation of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. Short of this, consolidation of political party democracy will remain elusive in Kenya