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Effect of form four Students’ reading habits on academic achievement in public secondary schools in Kitui Central Sub-County, Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2022)This study investigated the effect of form four students' reading habits on academic achievement in public secondary schools in Kitui Central Sub-County, Kenya. Form four students in secondary schools in Kitui Central ... -
The Role of deputy principal in enhancing students’ academic performance in secondary schools: a case study of schools in Bungoma South Sub-County, Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2022)The administrative duties performed by the deputy principals tend to obscure their academic responsibilities. The purpose of this study was to explore the deputy principals’ role in enhancing students' academic performance ... -
Effects of out-of-school suspension on students’ behaviour in public secondary schools: a case of Kyuso Sub-County, Kitui County
(Strathmore University, 2022)The usage of out-of-school suspension has been employed by the school administration in order to address incidents of indiscipline as students’ lack of discipline continues to be a worry for the majority of educators, ... -
Parental involvement in the formation of school and family partnerships in the implementation of Competency Based Curriculum: a study of public primary schools in Lang’ata Sub County
(Strathmore University, 2022)One of the aims of the change by the Kenyan government from 8-4-4 system of Education to Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) was to ensure that education is practical and responsive to the needs of the people. This was also ... -
Influence of parental involvement on student’s academic achievement in public mixed day secondary schools in Yatta Sub-County, Machakos County
(Strathmore University, 2022)Research shows that parental involvement in schools is closely linked to better student behavior, higher academic achievement and enhanced social skills. The influence of parental involvement on student’s academic achievement ... -
Factors influencing the implementation of a differentiated instruction model in Kianjiruini Primary School
(Strathmore University, 2021)The differentiated instruction model has been cited as an effective tool in enhancing inclusive education by enabling teachers to give all learners personalized attention. A differentiated instruction model caters for ... -
An Examination of the relationship between induction of newly recruited teachers and students’ academic achievement in public primary schools in Nyandarua South Sub-County
(Strathmore University, 2021)Students’ academic achievement is the primary goal of learning institutions in Kenya, especially at basic level (Primary and Secondary schools). Effort by the government, parents and other stakeholders are aimed at ensuring ... -
Influence of parental involvement on discipline of secondary school students in Kitui Central Sub- County
(Strathmore University, 2021)The performances of schools generally rely on effectiveness of the management of learners’ discipline. The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of parental involvement in managing the discipline of the students. ... -
Influence of third-stream activities on university sustainability: a comparative study of Bidii and Zurii University
(Strathmore University, 2020-10)Higher education institutions today face a demanding and complex financial context in which traditional modes of funding have been transformed. The pressure to maintain quality and competitive standards in the face of ... -
Establishing a management system for Pink Gems School: an action research approach
(Strathmore University, 2020)Pink Gems Kindergarten was started in the year 2011 and construction of the school completed a year after. The land on which the school was built was on a leasehold agreement for a period of 5 years from 2012 to 2017. For ... -
Business succession and organizational performance: a study of selected family-owned schools in Kiambu County, Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2020)This study sought to find out the factors that influence business succession and organizational performance in selected family owned schools in Kiambu County. The study was guided by four objectives namely; to determine ... -
Factors influencing truancy of boys in public primary schools in Nyali Sub County, Mombasa County, Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2020)The general objective was to determine the factors influencing truancy of boys in public primary schools Nyali Sub-County, Mombasa County, Kenya. Four research objectives were developed from which research questions were ... -
Motivational factors influencing teacher retention in private primary schools in Murang’a Diocese
(Strathmore University, 2020)Human resources play a key role for the success of any organization. Within the school context, teachers greatly contribute to achievement of the school’s objectives. Schools should therefore strive to recruit and retain ... -
The Impact of instructional, student related and demographic factors on performance in Mathematics in Bungoma West Sub-County: case of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
(Strathmore University, 2020)The study was conducted to investigate the factors causing poor performance in Mathematics in KCSE examination in Bungoma West Sub-county of Bungoma County and suggest strategies for improvement. The descriptive survey ... -
Personalized learning in home education: an examination of parent perceptions and use of multiple intelligences and learning styles in lower elementary learners in Nairobi, Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)This study explored personalized learning in home education. It examined parent perceptions of their learner's needs and interests through the combined use of two complementary educational approaches, the theory of Multiple ... -
Factors influencing teacher retention in private primary schools in Kiambaa constituency, Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)The purpose of the study was to investigate the factors influencing teacher retention in private primary schools in Kiambaa Constituency, Kenya. The specific objectives were to; determine teacher characteristics affecting ... -
Effect of sports on students’ enrolment in private universities in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)Student enrolment is critical for any university’s survival. The last decade has seen a significant expansion in the higher education sector in Kenya, an expansion that for the last couple of years is now threatened by an ... -
Impact of scaffolding on rugby skills: a case study of a rugby institution in Nairobi County
(Strathmore University, 2019)The main focus of this study, was to investigate the impact of scaffolding on rugby skills based on Lev Vygotsky’s theory that; learning takes place in the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) with the support of an expert ... -
Effect of home education on reading motivation
(Strathmore University, 2019)The purpose of this research was to investigate the effect that home education has on reading motivation of its pupils aged 8-11. Home educated children within the sample space were drawn from three Nairobi regions of one ... -
Role of student council decision-making in public secondary schools in Embakasi Sub-County, Nairobi County, Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)This study investigated the role of student councils to decision making in all public secondary schools in Embakasi Sub-County, Nairobi County, Kenya. The study was prompted by student unrests since post-election violence ...
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