Research and Publications: Recent submissions
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Impact of Population Growth and Climate Change on the Freshwater Resources of Lamu Island, Kenya
(2015-01)Demand for freshwater is rising with factors, such as population growth, land use change and climate variations, rendering water availability in the future uncertain. Groundwater resources are being increasingly exploited ... -
Crop Diversification as a Determinant of Household Decision-Making in the Production of Roselle Plant in Mwea Sub-County, Kenya
(International Journal of Social Sciences and Information Technology, 2018-05)This study sought to analyze crop diversification as a determinant of household decision making towards production of the Roselle plant. The study employed a stratified sampling technique which involves dividing your ... -
The Effects of Participatory Forest Management Projects on the Livelihoods of Communities Adjacent to Forests
(International Journal of Social Sciences and Information Technology, 2016-01)This study examines the effects of participatory forest management projects on the livelihoods of communities adjacent to forests. Previously, such projects were government led through a top-down approach and this prevented ... -
Market Integration as a Determinant of Household Decision-Making in the Production of Roselle Plant in Mwea Sub-County
(International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 2015-10)This study sought to analyze market integration as determinant of household decision-making in the production of Roselle plant in Mwea Sub-County. This study employed a descriptive survey since this method is designed to ... -
Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination in Surface Water of Masinga Reservoir, Kenya
(Journal of Natural Sciences Research, 2015)An assessment of heavy metal contamination (Cu, Zn, Pb, Cr, Mn and Cd) in surface water of Masinga reservoir was carried out between January 2013 and December 2013. The heavy metal Concentrations were determined using ... -
Determination of Heavy Metals in Sediments of Masinga Reservoir, Kenya
(Journal of Environment and Earth Science, 2018-03)In Kenya, heavy metal pollution in aquatic ecosystems due to anthropogenic activities cannot be underestimated. Therefore, an assessment of heavy metal contamination (Cu, Zn, Pb, Cr and Mn) in sediments of Masinga reservoir ... -
Bioaccumulation of Heavy Metals in Clarias gariepinus and Oreochromis spirulus niger from Masinga Reservoir, Kenya
(IOSR Journal of Environmental Science, Toxicology and Food Technology, 2014-10)The pollution of aquatic ecosystems with heavy metals has become a worldwide concern. This is because of their ability to bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms and especially in fish which is a source of livelihood for human ... -
Resources for Children with Visual Impairments in Integrated ECD Centers
(7MERC Global’s International Journal of Social Science & Management, 2013-10)This paper discuses learning resources for children with visual impairments in integrated ECDE Centres. Early childhood care and education has been prioritised as a foundation for later learning and development. It is a ... -
Quality Education In University
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Parents and teachers roles in preschool children’s education in Kenya. How can it be defined?
(Asia Pacific Journal of Education, Arts and Sciences, 2014-09)This paper analyses the roles of parents and teachers in preschool education in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya. The paper argues that in spite of the Kenyan government effort to strengthen parent-teacher partnerships, partnerships ... -
A Critical Analysis of the Implementation of Children’s Rights in Kenya
(Educational Research International, 2014-12)This paper analysis the role of stakeholders in implementing children rights in Kenya. The writers looks at the implementation of children rights after the adoption of the New Convection on the Rights of the child by the ... -
Information And Communication Technology Use Among Teacher Education Students In Universities In Kenya
(2013-11)Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) which involve the integration of telecommunications, computers as well as various software and audio-visual system are becoming the new educational tools especially in ... -
Analysis of Factors that lead to poor Performance in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examinations in Embu District, Kenya
(2013-07-30)This study was conceived on realization that day secondary schools performed below par in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education in Embu District. It set to find out factors affecting performance in Kenya Certificate of ... -
Analysis of Factors Influencing Choice of Institution for Professional Development: A Case Study of Post- Graduate Students’ Perceptions at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa in Kenya
(MCSER-CEMAS-Sapienza University of Rome, 2013-07)Universities have play key roles in development human resources necessary for the growth of the institutions of the society, be it economic, political or social. To this regard university education has been regarded as the ... -
Teacher’s Productivity in Promoting Quality Education in Public Primary Schools in Kenya
(MCSER-CEMAS-Sapienza University of Rome, 2013-07)Researchers and policy makers agree that teacher quality is a pivotal issue in education. Quality education begins with quality teachers. Excellent teachers do more than teach the curriculum content: they inspire and ... -
Constraints Facing Teachers of Christian Religious Education in Using Life Approach in Secondary Schools in Nairobi East District in Kenya
(MCSER-CEMAS-Sapienza University of Rome, 2013-07)The strategy used in teaching and learning has a bearing on effectiveness and quality of education offered. The integrated Christian Religious Education (CRE) lays emphasis on what is known as the life Approach strategy ... -
Understanding the Morality of Teaching Profession With Reference To Immanuel Kant's Conceptualization of Good Will versus Duty
(Journal of Education and Human Development, 2013-06)This paper seeks an articulation of the morality of actions and attitudes relating to the teaching profession. Its essence is a contribution to the understanding of motivations and principles guiding the choice of teaching ... -
Understanding as a Concept in Education: Conceptions and Alternative Interpretations
(MCSER Publishing, Rome-Italy, 2014-01)Education has largely been conceptualized as transmission and acquisition of knowledge, skills, attitudes and values so as to facilitate desirable behavior. This conceptualization presupposes knowledge, skills, attitudes ... -
Leveraging Science, Technology and Innovation for National Development in the Light of the Emerging Universities of Science and Technology in Kenya
(2013-05)It is recognized that effective leveraging of science, technology and innovation is essential for wealth creation in all nations. Science, Technology and Innovation is also a key component of social integration, sustainable ... -
Teachers’ Labeling of students and its effect on Students’ Self– concept: A Case of Mwala District, Machakos County, Kenya
(International Journal of Education and Research, 2013-10)There is a need to help secondary school students to attain higher academic achievements in the national examinations. This is because good performance in these examinations acts as a channel through which students proceed ...
