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Impact of cultural diversity on the practice of dispute resolution and mediation in the Kenyan legal sector and a quest for professional and ethical stability
(Strathmore University, 2016)In general terms, it may be said that dispute resolution among legal practitioners in Kenya relies heavily on cross cultural communication and negotiation practices and techniques. This cultural diversity poses unique ... -
Impact of e-Learning strategy on students’ academic performance at Strathmore University, Kenya
(Makere University, 2014)This study examined the impact of e-learning strategies on students’ academic performance at Strathmore University. The purpose of the study was to investigate the methodology, ideologies, output and ecology of ICT ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Implementation of moral education in Kenyan schools: a study of selected catholic schools from Kitui Central Deanery
(Strathmore University, 2017)This study has been carried out to find out if students in secondary schools in Kitui central deanery are being brought up to make morally right judgment for their actions. The study has been prompted by increased acts of ... -
Improving transition rates of students in informal settlements into higher education : an analysis of the macheo mentoring programme
(UTS ePRESS, 2019-02)This research presents a viable way to encourage students in informal settlements to transit from high schools to tertiary institutions by focusing on the case of the Macheo Mentoring Programme of Strathmore University, ... -
Individual home and university environment factors as correlates of student attrition in private universities in Nairobi County, Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2017)Completion of university education within prescribed time limits has been a concern of universities for decades. As governments emphasize that institutions of higher learning churn out an educated work force, relevant ... -
The Influence of environmental virtue ethics in water conservation
(Strathmore University, 2018)Our world, our common home, is in a tragic crisis because of increasing environmental degradation brought about by human activity. While it must be acknowledged that a lot has been done to mitigate environmental degradation ... -
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 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 ... -
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 ... -
Intelligence aspects of big data analytics for Kenya national security
(Strathmore University, 2020-11)In the age of rapid technological advancement, the range of threats to national security have evolved, becoming more complex and diverse, while the duty of the government remains that of securing its country. With the ... -
Introduction to Leonardo Polo's philosophical motivation
The purpose of this article is to give a brief bird’s eye view of L. Polo highlighting the motivation and originality of his philosophy. We do not intend to assess how original he was and whether his claims are accurate ... -
An Investigation into the Virtues of Airline Pilot Training
(Strathmore University, 2016)That the world has become a global village can be seen in the exponential rise in air travel over the last few years and this trend is expected to continue into the foreseeable future. Aviation industry has done a lot, ... -
An Investigation into the Work Ethic of Millennials Using a Wojtylan Model
(Strathmore University, 2016)Various studies have explored perceptions of work ethic outside the original Protestant Work Ethic developed by the German sociologist Max Weber, which has certain limitations in terms of appreciation of the value of work ... -
An Investigation of the factors that influence Staffroom culture and its impact on the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education Performance: a case study of Kianda School
(Strathmore University, 2008)Teachers play a key role in the development of a country. Teaching is the essential profession, the one that makes all other professions possible. Well qualified, caring and committed teachers are needed in order to ensure ... -
Is the family a principle of the nation in the Kenyan constitution if examined from an Aristotelian perspective?
(Strathmore University, 2015)The current constitution (2010 Chapter) defines family as a natural and fundamental unit of society and the necessary basis of social order. The Marriage Act (2014), Matrimonial Property Act (2013), the Children Act (2002) ... -
Key ethical values of successful family-owned businesses in Lagos, Nigeria
(Strathmore University, 2014)Family businesses are a common business model and constitute more than 70 percent of the overall businesses of many countries. They contribute to the economic values of nations in terms of growth in GDP and employment ... -
La Crisis en la profesion contable en los EU
Los escándalos corporativos ocurridos en los últimos años, provocaron reacciones muy divergentes en los miembros de la profesión contable de los Estados Unidos de América. Es interesante notar que, la desaparición de ... -
La Etica de la profesion docente. Estudio Introductorio a la deontologia de la educacion
Este libro introduce un campo de gran importancia pero aun poco explorado.La ética de la profesión docente es un tema del máximo interés teórico y practico, muy particularmente en nuestros días. ?Es docencia una vocación, ...
