Vol 4, Issue 4

Influence of Primary School Head Teachers’ Instructional Leadership on Teachers’ Professional Practices in Musanze District, Rwanda

Authors: Nirere Jeannette (University of Rwanda), Philothere Ntawiha, PhD (University of Rwanda) and Jean Leonard Buhigiro, PhD (University of Rwanda) Abstract: The purpose of this study was to assess the influence of head teachers’ instructional leadership on teachers’ professional practices in primary schools of Musanze district in Rwanda. The study employed the correlational research design. […]

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Synthesis of Attitudes and Opinions of Enthusiasts on Self-Directed Language Learning with Online Language Resources

Authors: Dunlop Ochieng, PhD (The Open University of Tanzania) and Godson Robert Mtallo (College of Business Education, Tanzania) Abstract: This study synthesized the attitudes and opinions of language enthusiasts engaged in self-directed language learning through online resources. Enthusiasts include those who have learned languages online or have a keen interest in the mode, whether formally

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Motives and Consequences of Premarital Cohabitation Practices among University Students in Iringa Municipality, Tanzania

Authors: Selina Krisostom Uhega (University of Iringa, Tanzania), Dorothy Lubawa, PhD (University of Iringa, Tanzania) and Mariana Mhewa, PhD (Mkwawa University College of Education) Abstract: This study was done in order to establish motives and consequences of premarital cohabitation practices among university students in Iringa Municipality through qualitative research approach and phenomenological research design. Snowball

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Influence of Social Structure on Participation of Women in Public Credit Programs in Tanzania

Authors: Siriel Mchembe (Institute of Finance Management, Tanzania), Harrieth Mtae (The Open University of Tanzania) and Mato Magobe (The Open University of Tanzania). Abstract: This study investigated about the influence of social structure on participation of women in public credit programs in Tanzania, using the analytical cross-sectional design. The study had the population of 1,156,714

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Socio-Economic Factors Influencing Household Access to Liquefied Petroleum Gas in Dodoma City, Tanzania

Authors: Benedict, A. Sulley, PhD (Local Government Training Institute, Tanzania), Adam W. Gwebe (Ministry of Home Affairs, Tanzania) and Tatu O. Lesso (Local Government Training Institute, Tanzania) Abstract: This study sought to establish the influence of socio-economic characteristics on the household access to Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in Dodoma City, Tanzania, using the cross- sectional

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Analysis of Congratulation Strategies by Swahili Speakers in Response to Happy Occasions on Facebook Status Updates

Authors: Phaustini B. Bayo (Moshi Co-Operative University) and Beatrice Mark (Moshi Co-Operative University) Abstract: This study investigated congratulatory comments posted on Facebook pages in response to H.E Samia Suluhu Hassan’s historic inauguration as the first female president of the United Republic of Tanzania, to determine strategies used by Kiswahili Facebook users to express their congratulations.

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Frequency and Adequacy of Media Information on the Sustainable Development Goals: A Ghanaian Case Study

Authors: Eric Opoku Mensah, PhD (University of Media, Arts and Communication, Ghana), Daniel Odoom, PhD (University of Media, Arts and Communication, Ghana) and Lawrencia Agyepong, PhD (University of Media, Arts and Communication, Ghana). Abstract: This study examined public perception on frequency and adequacy of media information on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Ghana, using

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Effect of Training on Chemistry Teachers’ Attitude toward the Comprehensive Assessment System in Secondary Schools of Gakenke District, Rwanda

Authors: Balthazar Murekaze (University of Rwanda) and Emmanuel Gakuba (University of Rwanda) Abstract: This study sought to establish the effect of training on chemistry teachers’ attitude toward the comprehensive assessment system in secondary schools of Gkenke District in Rwanda. This study adopted the descriptive research design. Data was collected through questionnaire. Analysis of data was

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Student-Workers’ Perception towards Distance Education in Ghana

Author: Daniel Ampem Darko-Asumadu, PhD (University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana) Abstract: Ghana’s distance education program is significantly flooded with varied perceptions. The constant variations in perceptions could stem from rapid physical and social changes within the education sector. The purpose of this study was to discover student-workers views about distance education in contemporary

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Relationship between Occupational Stress and Job Performance of Secondary School Teachers in Mwanza, Tanzania

Author: Nyakeko Francis (Agency for the Development of Educational Management), Winfrida Malingumu, PhD (The Open University of Tanzania) and Coletha C. Ngirwa, PhD (The Open University of Tanzania) Abstract: This study was about the relationship between Occupational Stress and Job Performance among Secondary School Teachers in Mwanza, Tanzania. The study was guided by the Descriptive

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