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Challenges Facing Learning and Teaching English Subject in Secondary Schools in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania
Neema Samson Keenja,
Lazaro Athanas Mwonge,
Alexis Naho
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2022
Pages:
1-6
Received:
1 December 2021
Accepted:
20 December 2021
Published:
8 January 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220601.11
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Abstract: English language is one of the major languages in the world and it definitely plays an important role in education system. It is the most widely used language which has received considerable attention from the world due to its increasing importance for globalization. This study focused on investigating the challenges facing learning and teaching English subject in secondary schools in Morogoro municipality, Tanzania. The study employed a cross-sectional design based on both qualitative and quantitative approach in order to meet the research objectives. Both purposive and random sampling techniques were employed; purposive sampling was in selecting 2 representative public secondary schools namely Mafiga Secondary School and Sua Secondary School for the study and 4 key informants (2 school heads and 2 wards educational officers) while random sampling was used to select 27 English students from each school and 6 English teachers making a total of 60 respondents for this study. Primary data collected were processed and analyzed through SPSS version 20. Despite the fact that students had negative attitude on English subject but also, our study found that large class size, poor infrastructure, lack of teaching and learning materials, poor technology and unqualified teachers to be the main limiting factors affecting students’ academic performance in English subject. Basing on the study results the researchers concluded that school head teachers and school management have to play a very important role and provide the opportunities for the English teachers to utilize the available learning and teaching resources for students’ academic achievement in English subject. Also, the study recommends that the government of Tanzania should strive to promote equitable distribution of educational resources i.e., learning and teaching resources to all public secondary schools in the country to improve educational standards and students’ academic achievement.
Abstract: English language is one of the major languages in the world and it definitely plays an important role in education system. It is the most widely used language which has received considerable attention from the world due to its increasing importance for globalization. This study focused on investigating the challenges facing learning and teaching En...
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Determinants of Good Students’ Performance in Biology Subject in Ngara District, Tanzania
Priska Simon Lohay,
Lazaro Athanas Mwonge,
Alexis Naho,
Eugenia Wandela
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2022
Pages:
7-13
Received:
1 December 2021
Accepted:
20 December 2021
Published:
8 January 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220601.12
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Abstract: The study employed descriptive research design based on both qualitative and quantitative approach in order to meet the research objectives. Both purposive and randomly sampling techniques were employed in selecting 132 respondents i.e., 120 students and 12 biology teachers from six selected secondary schools in Ngara district. The data obtained from 132 respondents obtained using questionnaires and interview were coded, cleaned, and punched into SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Science) Version 20 for analysis. Descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression models were used to deduce necessary findings. The marginal effects of a unit change in the value of regressor in the multiple linear regression analysis were used to interpret the results of the study to establish the influence of each explanatory variable on the variation of the students’ academic performance. From Multiple Linear Regression analysis, the study found that students’ academic performance in biology subject in Ngara district is highly influenced by i.e., availability of biology teachers, availability of learning and teaching facilities, student’s perception towards biology subject, availability of well-equipped laboratories and libraries, motivation to teachers, in-service training, parents’ level of education and conducive learning environment. Basing on the study results the researchers concluded that biology performance in secondary schools can be improved if students would be involved in practical lessons under the guidance of well trained and qualified personnel.
Abstract: The study employed descriptive research design based on both qualitative and quantitative approach in order to meet the research objectives. Both purposive and randomly sampling techniques were employed in selecting 132 respondents i.e., 120 students and 12 biology teachers from six selected secondary schools in Ngara district. The data obtained fr...
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The Effect Color of Exams has on the Final Grade
Esther Bunn,
Marie Kelly,
Kelly Noe
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2022
Pages:
14-18
Received:
21 June 2021
Accepted:
22 December 2021
Published:
12 January 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220601.13
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Abstract: Student success is an important topic at every level in any university setting, relating to attracting students, retaining students and students graduating timely. Understanding student performance is a complicated topic that has been the focus of many research studies with little distinct conclusion. Past literature demonstrates conflicting results leaving the expectations of this research study open to either direction. This study endeavors to aid in the understanding of factors that affect student success. In this study, a few key factors such as color of exam paper, gender, degree major, employment status, homework grade and position in the classroom are examined for association with the final grade earned by the student. The main focus of this study investigates is the effect of paper color on student exam scores and final grade results in an intermediate accounting class. The additional variables were used as controlling variables to isolate the effect of exam color on final grade. Future research is planned post COVID which has created too many variables to consider effectively and make comparison to the previously gathered data. We do find an effect between the color of exam paper with final grade. In addition, we also find an effect between gender and final grade.
Abstract: Student success is an important topic at every level in any university setting, relating to attracting students, retaining students and students graduating timely. Understanding student performance is a complicated topic that has been the focus of many research studies with little distinct conclusion. Past literature demonstrates conflicting result...
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The Library Information Science (LIS) Educator as a Catalyst in the Implementation of Information Literacy for Lifelong Learning in Nigeria
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2022
Pages:
19-25
Received:
4 March 2022
Accepted:
14 April 2022
Published:
22 April 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220601.14
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Abstract: In the 21st century, information has become as significant as such natural resources as oxygen, water and land. It is against this background that the objectives of this study are identifying strategies for teaching students the importance of information literacy and the role of LIS educators in establishing a higher institution literacy programme that would provide students (undergraduates and postgraduates alike) a good knowledge of anti-plagiarism, research and project-writing, information retrieval skills, self-directed learning, deepened understanding of library information resources, and the effective utilization and application of information resources for credible research outcome. The study adopted the survey research method to examine the role of library and information science educators as catalyst in the implementation of information literacy for lifelong learning in higher institutions. Multi-stage sampling technique including purposive and simple random sampling technique was used to sample respondents for the study. Empirical studies were reported for support of propositions, and a structured instrument was utilized for data collection. The data collected was analyzed using frequency count and percentages and descriptive statistics of mean (x̄) and standard deviation (±). The result showed that the respondents are aware and knowledgeable about the role and strategies of librarians in teaching information literacy. However, the result showed that the respondents do not fully know the extent of information literacy skills and acknowledgment of authors of works consulted during research.
Abstract: In the 21st century, information has become as significant as such natural resources as oxygen, water and land. It is against this background that the objectives of this study are identifying strategies for teaching students the importance of information literacy and the role of LIS educators in establishing a higher institution literacy programme ...
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Integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the Teaching Methodologies of the Selected Faculty Members of MSU Main Campus
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2022
Pages:
26-30
Received:
4 January 2022
Accepted:
15 April 2022
Published:
26 April 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220601.15
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Abstract: This research undertaking aimed to investigate contributions of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) integration in the Teaching Performance among the selected colleges as perceived by the faculty of Mindanao State University, Marawi City. This study is anchored on the Triple-E Framework of Liz Kolb which is a practical tool that measures the degree to which the technology in a lesson is helping students meet the learning goals. Faculty respondents were also asked on the effects of ICT integration in the classroom based on the Dimensions of Triple-E Framework. Significant insights were also gained from the perceptions and responses from students regarding their exposure to ICT tools as part of their learning process. The data from the survey yielded the diverse rankings of ICT tools that were integrated in their teaching methodologies. With a diverse frequency, they utilized technology in organizing text, images, audios, and videos through power point presentations in order to facilitate effective and efficient lecture and discussion for classroom interaction and enhancement. The data obtained from the survey identified the “Intermediate” Level of Literacy of the Integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools. Among the ranking of tools that they commonly utilized were: Personal Computer, Laptop, Printer, DLP Projector, Smartphones, Television Monitor while the most useful software were the Microsoft Office, Audios, Videos, Multimedia Players, Online Applications and resources as well as the Internet. Their knowledge and skills in ICT use determined their evaluation of the role of technology in achieving the learning objectives they aimed for the students which resulted among exceptional, strong and average connection. This study made an implication that the collaboration of technology and the faculty inputs would help maximize and attain the learning objectives that could facilitate authentic development to the learners.
Abstract: This research undertaking aimed to investigate contributions of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) integration in the Teaching Performance among the selected colleges as perceived by the faculty of Mindanao State University, Marawi City. This study is anchored on the Triple-E Framework of Liz Kolb which is a practical tool that measures...
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The Multinomial Logistic Regression Model’s Utility to Assess Parameters in Predicting Junior High School Students’ Preference for Selected Mathematics Topics
Charles Kojo Assuah,
Robert Benjamin Armah,
Rufai Sabtiwu,
Grace Abedu,
Fusheini Awolu
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2022
Pages:
31-38
Received:
2 April 2022
Accepted:
19 April 2022
Published:
28 April 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220601.16
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Abstract: This study predicts the preference for three mathematics topics among Junior High School students. Four hundred (400) Junior High School (JHS) students, comprising two hundred and eighteen (218) males and one hundred and eighty-two (182) females selected from Junior High Schools in a school district in Ghana, participated in the study. The multinomial logistic regression model, consisting of three unordered outcome categories (i.e., Relations and Functions, Algebraic expressions, and Linear equations), with predictor variables comprising continuous, nominal, and ordinal variables were used for the study. For Relations and Functions, the results indicated that Math self-concept, Arithmetic ability, Motivation, Instructional strategies and methods, Asanti, Fanti, Ga, and Ewe, were statistically significant (p < .05). Hence, for a unit increase in the Math self-concept measure, a student is 5.82 times more likely to be in the Relations and Functions topic category than in the Linear equations topic category, controlling for the other variables. Again, a female student is 1.15 times more likely than a male student to be in the Relations and Functions topic category than in the Linear equations topic category, controlling for other variables. Similarly, for Algebraic expressions, the results indicated that Math self-concept, Math attitude, Motivation, Instructional strategies and methods, female, Asanti, Fanti, Ga, and Ewe, were statistically significant (p < .05). Thus, for a unit increase in the Math self-concept measure, a student is 2.63 times more likely to be in the Algebraic expressions topic category than in the Linear equations topic category, controlling for the other variables. Again, a female student is 3.75 times more likely than a male student to be in the Algebraic expressions topic category than in the Linear equations topic category, controlling for other variables. These significant predictor variables influencing students’ preference for mathematics topics, add to the body of literature on the factors affecting decision-making in mathematics teaching and learning.
Abstract: This study predicts the preference for three mathematics topics among Junior High School students. Four hundred (400) Junior High School (JHS) students, comprising two hundred and eighteen (218) males and one hundred and eighty-two (182) females selected from Junior High Schools in a school district in Ghana, participated in the study. The multinom...
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Parents’ Viewpoint on the Outdoor Learning Activities in Pre-primary: The Case of Selected Early Childhood Centres in Morogoro Municipality
Witness Temu,
Eugenia Lucas Wandela
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2022
Pages:
39-45
Received:
6 May 2022
Accepted:
23 May 2022
Published:
31 May 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220601.17
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Abstract: Children’s out-door learning activities are important for improved child learning through contribution in holistic development and learning, health and well-being and environmental awareness. However, in Morogoro, parents view point and perceptions are still not known with regard to the outdoor activities provided in pre-primary school learning. Hence this study aimed at investigating the parent’s view point and perception on out-doors learning activities in pre-primary schools in Morogoro. A total 100 randomly selected parents and 10 purposefully selected teachers composed the sample size. Major results indicated that, 90% of the parents had a positive perception in outdoor learning activities. It was clear those preschool children who participated in outdoor learning activities developed physical skills, cognitive, linguistic, motor, and social-emotional. Also, parents perceived that physical development is vital for children as it lays the foundation for a healthy and active life. Moreover, improvement in learning environment, curriculum, training for teachers, learning facilities and emphasis on exploration with natural materials, dramatic/imaginary play, active physical play, art activities, learning center activities, gardening activities, investigative activities, out-door storytelling and nature/neighbourhood walks, were the suggestion provided by parents. The study recommends improved teaching-learning environments by education providers for enhanced children’s learning.
Abstract: Children’s out-door learning activities are important for improved child learning through contribution in holistic development and learning, health and well-being and environmental awareness. However, in Morogoro, parents view point and perceptions are still not known with regard to the outdoor activities provided in pre-primary school learning. He...
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Social Media and Personalized Mobile Application: The Future of Reference Services in Academic Libraries
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2022
Pages:
46-52
Received:
6 May 2022
Accepted:
25 May 2022
Published:
31 May 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220601.18
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Abstract: This study was undertaken to evaluate the need for a library mobile application dedicated to reference services in academic libraries. The paper proposed the design and use of a mobile application in academic libraries. The study purposively sampled all the 43 university librarians that made up the population in Federal Universities, Nigeria. An unstructured questionnaire was utilized to seek the opinion of the respondents. Out of the 43 questionnaires distributed, 32 were correctly filled and returned indicating a 74.4% return rate. The structure of the proposed mobile library application was outlined. The data were collated and analysed using frequencies and percentages, and content analysis. The findings showed that the respondents used social media for rendering defined reference services. It was observed that there was no policy for the utilization of social media in rendering library services and that librarians welcome the idea of a mobile library application. It was concluded that library will benefit more if mobile library application is adopted rendering library services. It was recommended that academic libraries should adopt a mobile library application and design a policy to guide the use of the application.
Abstract: This study was undertaken to evaluate the need for a library mobile application dedicated to reference services in academic libraries. The paper proposed the design and use of a mobile application in academic libraries. The study purposively sampled all the 43 university librarians that made up the population in Federal Universities, Nigeria. An un...
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Wartime and Distance Learning for Preschool Children on the Basis of Partner Pedagogy
Lіliya Zimakova,
Oleksandr Tupytsya,
Liudmyla Zhdaniuk
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 1, June 2022
Pages:
53-60
Received:
28 May 2022
Accepted:
17 June 2022
Published:
30 June 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajeit.20220601.19
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Abstract: The article, based on the study of scientific and pedagogical literature, provides a terminological analysis of the pedagogical essence of the concept of “distance learning of preschool children” as a form of education during the war, the foundation of which should be based on partnership. The authors understand the essence of the concept of “distance learning of preschool children” as an organization of partnership educational interaction in the distance of the educator from children and their parents (adults caring for children), which operates synchronously and / or asynchronously on modern educational, information and communication (digital) technologies. The positive and negative aspects of involving preschool children in distance learning are considered. It has been proved that in the conditions of martial law the education of preschoolers should not be interrupted, teachers, children and their parents should interact as subjects of the educational process. The modes of distance learning of preschoolers are determined – synchronous and asynchronous, modern online educational tools that can be used by both educators and parents of preschool children. At the end of the second month of the war in Ukraine, a survey of 50 educators of the Poltava Regional Vocational School on the problems of distance learning was conducted. In most cases, adults are interested in continuing the education of preschoolers in the conditions of distance learning during martial law.
Abstract: The article, based on the study of scientific and pedagogical literature, provides a terminological analysis of the pedagogical essence of the concept of “distance learning of preschool children” as a form of education during the war, the foundation of which should be based on partnership. The authors understand the essence of the concept of “dista...
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