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The Challenges of Technology use in Effective Teaching and Learning in Secondary School Students in Tanzania: A Case of Arusha Municipality.
No full textThe main objective of this study was to assess the challenges of technology use in effective teaching and learning in secondary school in Tanzania. The Study was guided by the following Objectives were to; assess the type of challenges of technology use for effective teaching and learning in secondary school in Tanzania, investigate the impacts of technology use to effective teaching and learning in secondary school in Tanzania and identify possible measures that can be used handle the type of challenges of technology use in effective teaching and learning in secondary school in Tanzania. The study adopted a mixed research approach and a partial mixed concurrent dominant status design; this was the design. The study used a total sample size of 255 respondents. The study gathered data through interviews and questionnaires to explore challenges and impacts of technology use in secondary school teaching and learning. Key findings indicated that teachers often lack essential skills and knowledge for effectively integrating ICT in their instruction, with challenges linked to inadequate ICT facilities and expertise. However, the use of technology was found to enhance student knowledge, reduce dependency on teacher quality, make education accessible at home, promote practical learning, and facilitate quicker academic feedback. To address these challenges, the study proposed several measures, including improving school infrastructure, renovating classrooms, ensuring reliable electricity, prioritizing the provision of ICT facilities, and implementing teacher training programs. Additionally, it recommended that the government emphasize the necessity of ICT in education, initiate ICT training from primary school, and standardize training materials through the Ministry of Education to unify teacher training efforts.
Keywords: Technology, Teaching, Learning, Secondary School, Student
An Assessment of Information Seeking of Undergraduate Students in Hybrid Environment in Tanzania: A case of Institute of Accountancy Arusha.
No full textThis study was carried out to examine the information-seeking behavior of undergraduate students in a hybrid learning environment, using the Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA) in Tanzania as a case study. A mixed research approach, combining both qualitative and quantitative techniques, was employed. The study population comprised 250 undergraduate students, 17 librarians, as well as the Director of Library Services, Director of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), and the Director of Undergraduate Studies, all of whom were interviewed using semi-structured questions. Data collected were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically to identify patterns and insights from the participants’ responses.
The findings indicate that students at IAA face significant barriers to information-seeking, with poor internet access affecting (35.6%) of respondents and limited technological skills reported by 20.0%. Despite these challenges, students frequently utilize digital resources e-books (23%), journal databases (12%), and Library books (33%) mainly accessed through the institution’s online library portal, which enables remote access to academic materials. The study further revealed that (54%) of students expressed the need for stronger academic support and improved infrastructure to enhance information literacy in the hybrid learning setting. Interview data from institutional directors emphasized ongoing efforts, such as student orientation and information literacy programs, as crucial for building students' capacity to access and evaluate information effectively. This study underscores the importance of understanding students' information-seeking to improve educational outcomes in hybrid learning environments. It recommends that IAA and similar institutions enhance their digital infrastructure, provide training programs to improve digital literacy, and refine academic support systems to meet the evolving needs of students in blended learning contexts.
Key words: Information-seeking, hybrid learning, digital literacy, academic support, undergraduate students, Institute of Accountancy Arusha, Tanzani
Assessment of the Student’s Perceptions on Applying and Repayment of Educational Loans in Tanzania - A Case of Higher Education Students Loans Board.
No full textThis study aimed to assess students’ perceptions of the application and repayment of educational loans, focusing on the Higher Education Students Loans Board (HESLB) in Zanzibar. A purposive sample of 80 respondents was selected, with data collected through questionnaires. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics via the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The research explored key reasons why undergraduate students apply for Higher Education Student’s Loan Board loans. The findings revealed the factors including financial constraints, ease of application, financial literacy, flexible repayment terms, and peer influence. It also examined how students allocate loan funds covering tuition, academic materials, living expenses, and discretionary spending and their understanding of loan management and repayment responsibilities. In addition, challenges identified include misconceptions of loans as non-repayable aid, viewing repayment as a burden, weak repayment tracking systems, and limited awareness of the process. Some students also anticipate loan forgiveness, further complicating repayment efforts. Students generally use the funds responsibly, many struggle with the concept of repayment, often perceiving the loans as aid rather than debt. To address these issues, the study recommends enhancing financial literacy, improving communication on repayment obligations, strengthening tracking mechanisms, and shifting perceptions of loans from support to responsibility. Additionally, reviewing loan forgiveness policies and offering flexible repayment options could ease the burden on graduates and improve repayment rates.
KEY WORDS: Education Loan, Loan Repayment, Higher Education Student Loans Board and student
Ulinganishi wa ujumbe wa methali za Kiswahili katika Jamii ya Wazanzibar aya za Qur-an.
No full textUtafiti huu unahusu Ulinganishi wa Ujumbe wa Methali za Kiswahili katika Jamii ya Wazanzibar na Mafunzo ya Aya za Qur-an. Utafiti huu unakusudia kuchunguza kwa kina uhusiano uliopo kati ya methali za Kiswahili zinazotumika katika jamii ya Wazanzibar na mafunzo ya Qur-an, kwa kutumia nadharia ya Sosholojia. Nadharia hii inachukulia kazi ya fasihi kama kioo cha jamii kinachoakisi maisha, mitazamo, na mienendo ya wanajamii. Kwa msingi huo, utafiti huu unachunguza namna methali za Kiswahili zinavyobeba mitazamo, maadili, na falsafa za kijamii zinazolingana na mafundisho ya Qur-an. Kwa mujibu wa nadharia ya Sosholojia, fasihi haiwezi kutenganishwa na mazingira ya kijamii na kihistoria yaliyoizalisha. Hivyo basi, utafiti huu unazingatia kuwa methali za Wazanzibar ni zao la jamii yenye misingi ya Kiislamu na maadili ya Kiswahili, ambapo dini na utamaduni vimeungana katika kujenga mfumo wa maadili unaoelekeza mwenendo wa jamii. Kwa hivyo, methali na aya za Qur-an zote zinaweza kuchunguzwa kama vielelezo vya fikra na mitazamo ya kijamii kuhusu maadili, haki, usawa, na uhusiano wa binadamu. Aidha, methali za Kiswahili zinavyowasilisha ujumbe wa kijamii unaolingana na mafundisho ya Qur-an katika kujenga uadilifu, haki, heshima, utiifu, umoja na mshikamano, uvumilivu na subira, uadilifu katika uchumi na utawala na maadili ya kifamilia na kijamii. Kwa msingi wa Usosholojia, ujumbe wa methali za Kiswahili na mafunzo ya aya za Qur-an ulichambuliwa kwa kuzingatia uhusiano uliopo katika muktadha wa jamii ya Wazanzibar, jamii yenye historia ya uislamu, biashara, elimu nakadhalika. Kupitia mlinganisho huu, utafiti umedhihirisha kuwa methali hazijajitokeza tu kama maneno ya hekima, bali kama zana za kijamii zinazoweka kanuni za maadili na mwenendo wa maisha unaoendana na mafundisho ya dini ya Kiislamu.Vilevile, utafiti huu utatoa mchango katika taaluma ya fasihi na elimu ya Kiislamu kwa kuonesha kwamba kati ya dini na utamaduni kuna mwingiliano wa kijamii unaoweza kueleweka kupitia misemo ya hekima
Kuchunguza Dhamira ya Maadili katika Nyimbo za Harusi za Jamii ya Wanyakyusa.
No full textTasinifu hii imechunguza dhamira ya maadili katika nyimbo za harusi za jamii ya Wanyakyusa. Ili kutimiza kusudi hilo kulikuwa na malengo mahususi mawili. Kwanza kubainisha nyimbo za harusi zilizomo katika jamii ya Wanyakyusa wa Wilaya ya Rungwe. Pili, kuchambua maadili yaliyomo kwenye nyimbo za harusi za jamii ya Wanyakyusa. Mkabala wa Kitaamuli umetumika katika utafiti huu. Data za msingi zilikusanywa kwa njia ya usikilizaji makini wa nyimbo teule. Uchambuzi, uhakiki na mjadala wa data zilizowasilishwa uliongozwa na nadharia ya Usosholojia. Matokeo ya utafiti huu yanaonesha kuna nyimbo mbalimbali za harusi zinazopatikana katika jamii ya Wanyakyusa nyimbo hizo ni ubhumang'anyi, ubwikili, tumoghele, bhamanyene, kundangasya, ndeke abhukeghe, nakubhulile mwanangu, na Malaine. Pia utafiti huu umebaini kuwa nyimbo teule za harusi za Wanyakyusa zina utajiri mkubwa wa maadili yaliyoshikamana vyema na utamaduni, maisha na mazingira ya jamii iliyochunguzwa. Maadili hayo ni kama vile. Umuhimu wa uaminifu, upendo na ukarimu, matumizi sahihi ya simu, wosia kwa wanandoa, kuepuka usaliti na kuwa ushujaaa. Nyimbo za harusi za Wanyakyusa zinalenga kuifunza jamii masuala ya kijamii na kiutamaduni. Tasinifu hii inapendekeza kuundwa kwa mikakati thabiti inayolenga kuendeleza utamaduni wa taifa na sanaa zake pamoja na kulinda kazi za wasanii kisera na kisheria. Aidha wasanii wajenge utashi wa kuzitawala vyema kazi zao ili waweze kumudu ushindani wa kisanaa, kimaudhui na kiwakati
The Influence of Social-Cultural Determinants on Maternal Mortality Rate among Pregnant Women in Babati District–Tanzania.
No full textThe study titled ―The Influence of Socio-Cultural Determinants on Maternal Mortality Rate among Pregnant Women in Babati, Tanzania‖ examined how social and cultural factors contribute to maternal mortality and explored pregnant women’s perceptions of these influences. It was guided by the Social Determinants of Health (SDH) theory and employed a pragmatic philosophy with a cross-sectional design. Data were collected from 400 participants using unstructured questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS version 23 alongside thematic analysis. Findings revealed that major social factors influencing maternal mortality in Babati include low socioeconomic status (22%), marital status, and early marriage (18%). The study also found that 87% of respondents were aware of how social and cultural issues affect maternal mortality rates. On the cultural side, many pregnant women still prefer home deliveries assisted by traditional doctors and elderly women, followed by postdelivery rituals. These practices, coupled with misunderstandings and negative attitudes toward modern healthcare, increase maternal health risks. The findings further indicated that male dominance in decision-making restricts women’s autonomy in seeking professional maternal health services. The study concluded that tackling maternal mortality requires addressing both social and cultural barriers. It recommends that the government invest in community sensitization and mobilization to eliminate harmful traditional practices, promote positive health-seeking behaviors, and involve men as change agents in supporting women’s reproductive health rights and safe childbirth practices.
Keywords: Social-Cultural, Maternal Mortality, Pregnant Women, Women
Factors Influencing the Successful Implementation of the National Inclusive Education Strategy in Primary Schools in Shinyanga District.
Get PDFThis research examined factors influencing the successful implementation of the National Inclusive Education Strategy in Primary Schools in Tanzania. A total of 89 respondents were sampled. Positivist philosophy, descriptive design and survey strategy was employed. Questionnaires were used to collect data. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, where table so frequency and percentage were used by the help of statistical package for asocial sciences (SPSS). Findings showed that an inclusive education is hampered by teachers’ unfavorable attitude. Also, it was found that the curriculum is content-loaded in such a way that it makes teacher to be unable to implement inclusive education. Moreover, findings indicated that teachers are not prepared well in terms of appropriate and professional training. It was concluded that challenges that hamper inclusive education manifest themselves in lack of teacher training, teachers’ attitude, as well as in the inflexible curriculum. Despite of efforts from national and international organizations to ensure that inclusive education practices are implemented in Tanzanian schools, there is still exclusion to a certain extent. It is recommended that the Ministry of Education and Vocational Training should provide teachers with sufficient support to curb negative attitudes to inclusive education. It was further recommended that in order for inclusion to succeed, the Ministry should offer in-service training in teaching learners with special educational needs to teachers. It is also the current curriculum should be adapted to ensure that the diverse needs of learners are catered for and that all learners are granted a chance to learn.
Keywords: National Inclusive Education, Strategies, Implementation, Tanzani
Factors Affecting Timely Completion of Social Security Funds’ Real Estate Projects: Empirical Evidence from Selected NSSF Real Estate Projects in Dar es Salaam.
Get PDFThis study aimed to assess the factors affecting the timely completion of real estate projects managed by the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) in Dar es Salaam City. Data were collected from 87 respondents using closed-ended questionnaires, and simple random sampling was employed to select the participants. The analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics and inferential analysis with the aid of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 21.0. The findings show that project planning, project financing, and project supervision have positive and significant influences on the timely completion of NSSF real estate projects. Specifically, project planning impacts timely completion with a Beta value of 28.3% and a significant p-value of 0.003. Project financing influences timely completion with a Beta value of 16.7% and a p-value of 0.049. Project supervision has the strongest influence, with a Beta value of 43.7% and a p-value of 0.000. In conclusion, the study finds that among the three factors, project supervision has the most substantial impact on timely project completion, followed by project planning and project financing. The study recommends that real estate projects should be well-planned, adequately financed, and thoroughly supervised to mitigate delays in project completion. These findings are useful for practitioners, policymakers, and scholars as they underscore the importance of robust project management practices in ensuring successful project outcomes. Implementing these recommendations will enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of NSSF's real estate project management, contributing to the organization's goals and better serving its stakeholders.
Keywords: Project Planning, Project Financing, Project Supervision, Timely Project Completion
The Influence of 4Ps of Marketing Strategies on the Sales Performance of Round Potato Produce in Njombe Region in Tanzania: The Moderating Role of Farmers’ Marketing Skills.
Get PDFThe study examined the influence of the 4Ps (product, pricing, promotion, place) of marketing strategies on the sales performance of round potato produce under the moderating role of farmers’ marketing skills in the Njombe region. The study used Resource-based view (RBV) theory to highlights the need of utilizing internal resources in performance improvement. A multi-stage sampling method was used to purposively select the areas with the highest round potato yields while a simple random sampling provided a sample size of 260 respondents. Data were collected through questionnaires, interviews, and observations, and then analysed using content analysis, descriptive statistics, multiple regression and hierarchical regression analysis. The study uncovered that farmer encounter difficulties in establishing prices that respond to market needs, this was due to fluctuating market demands for the round potato produce. Multiple regression analysis and hierarchical regression results indicated that promotion and pricing significantly influenced the sales performance of round potatoes, while place and product were positive but not significant. The study concluded that only promotion and pricing marketing strategies were effective enough to improve farmers’ skills and promoted the round potato sales performance. The study recommends that the policymakers should establish policies that help farmers to sell round potato at an appropriate price. Moreover, for ensuring reliable round potato distribution, the government should strengthen the transportation infrastructures.
Keywords: 4Ps of marketing strategies, round potato sales performance, marketing skills
Investigation of Factors for Low Participation of Female in Education Leadership Positions in Public Secondary Schools in Dodoma City, Tanzania.
Get PDFThe study investigated the factors affecting female participation in educational leadership positions in public secondary schools in Dodoma city. Using a mixed methods approach, 50 respondents were selected using stratified random, systematic, and purposive sampling techniques. Data was collected through questionnaires, interviews, focus group discussions, and documentary reviews. The study found that women's aspirations for leadership positions in public secondary schools vary, with factors like increased remuneration, leadership skills development, and improved performance. Factors affecting women's participation include negative societal perceptions, gender bias, and masculinity culture. To enhance women's participation, respondents suggested addressing socio-cultural perceptions, ensuring gender parity, developing training programs, and implementing strategies. The study suggests prioritizing gender balance in educational leadership, addressing negative perceptions of female teachers, and providing in-service training programs to enhance women's leadership skills and managerial experience. The study reveals that women's underrepresentation in Dodoma city's secondary school leadership positions is largely due to gender stereotypes, devaluation, and discrimination, perpetuating patriarchal systems.
Keywords: Education Leadership, Leadership Positions, Gender, Perceptions,
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