MSUIR Collection:https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/27282024-03-28T19:57:56Z2024-03-28T19:57:56ZAn investigation into challenges faced by full time teaching heads in primary schools in Shurugwi districtGanda, Admorehttps://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/40372022-06-27T13:49:05Z2016-10-01T00:00:00ZTitle: An investigation into challenges faced by full time teaching heads in primary schools in Shurugwi district
Authors: Ganda, Admore
Abstract: The study sought to establish the challenges that are faced by full time teaching heads in primary schools in Shurugwi district with a view to suggest strategies that can be used to solve these challenges. Literature review indicated that heads are faced with challenges that include dual roles and time management. It also suggested that these can be solved through delegation of duties and having non teaching heads in all schools. The research was qualitative in nature so it adopted a descriptive survey. 25 primary schools were targeted. From these schools a sample size of 20% (5 school heads and 20 students) was drawn. The targeted participants were heads of schools and their classes. The schools to be involved in the study were purposively sampled for easy accessibility since schools with full time teaching heads are scattered around the whole district while learners were chosen using simple random selection. The researcher used questionnaires and interviews to collect data. The researcher administered the questionnaires and interviewed the learners. Appointments were made through telephone calls with the heads of schools. The research findings concluded that fulltime teaching heads are faced with challenges which include dual roles, time management and workload. These challenges are a result of the dual roles performed by the head. As a result these heads are failing to perform effectively and efficiently in both roles. It was also noted that learners are affected by being left unattended most of the time and this later impacts on their performance academically. Basing on these conclusions from the findings it was recommended that all schools regardless of their sizes should have non teaching heads, heads to delegate some of their duties to other staff members and heads to work extra hours in order to balance the carrying out of the dual roles.2016-10-01T00:00:00ZGanda, AdmoreFactors affecting the adoption and integration of ICT as a pedagogical tool in rural primary schoolsChinaka, Gifthttps://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/39992022-06-27T13:49:05Z2017-11-01T00:00:00ZTitle: Factors affecting the adoption and integration of ICT as a pedagogical tool in rural primary schools
Authors: Chinaka, Gift
Abstract: Information Communication Technology (ICT) is an important innovation that many education systems across the globe are embracing. ICTs are powerful tools that can be used to enhance the learning experiences of children in schools. However, there are several factors that are militating against effective utilisation of ICT in Zimbabwean primary schools. The use of computers in teaching and learning of subjects in the primary school curriculum has been greatly influenced by many factors. This study examines factors that are militating against successful adoption and integration of ICT in rural primary schools in Bradely Cluster, Shamva District in Mash-Central Province in Zimbabwe. Findings from this study will bring tremendous benefits to all stakeholders of the education system in Zimbabwe.Data in this research paper were collected using a five-item Likert-type questionnaire administered to the participants who were teachers in the cluster’s primary schools. The cluster was made up of four rural schools. Data on the level of utilisation of ICTs in teaching and learning processes as well as factors affecting the adoption and integration of ICTs were analysed using tables containing summaries of compiled data and pie charts. This study revealed that lack of infrastructure, unavailability of electricity, teacher’s lack of ICT knowledge and skills and lack of funding have emerged as key factors that are affecting the successful adoption and integration of ICTs in rural primary schools. However, issues of gender, age and teacher qualification emerged as other factors that are affecting the adoption and integration of ICTs in the cluster.2017-11-01T00:00:00ZChinaka, GiftInvestigating effectiveness of early reading intiative in Malisa central cluster in SilobelaMutanda, Shumbeihttps://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/39972022-06-27T13:49:05Z2017-12-01T00:00:00ZTitle: Investigating effectiveness of early reading intiative in Malisa central cluster in Silobela
Authors: Mutanda, Shumbei
Abstract: The main purpose of this study was to investigate effectiveness of early reading initiative in Malisa Central Cluster in Silobela. The researcher used a qualitative approach. The sample comprised infant teachers from seven rural schools. The data collection tools were the questionnaires. The findings from the study indicated that for the teachers who answered the questionnaire ERI plays a crucial role in language teaching through the use of word picture matching, look and say and phonic method, hence unavoidable in the event of uprooting readership deficiency and skill learners on reading performance. Based on the findings, the study concluded that it may be possible to help establish ERI more firmly in the teaching process by developing a set of specially designed, structured teaching materials for young learners in the preschool and infant department. Recommendations are that parents and sponsors are to be updated on importance of ERI through workshops, more staff development should be done foe ERI implementers, government should make policies on ERI and enforce them in schools, availability of resources is necessary, hence should be budgeted for, modern infrastructure is a necessity as well as establishment of technology in ERI implementation.2017-12-01T00:00:00ZMutanda, ShumbeiChallenges facing SDCs in the management of school development in Mt Darwin of Mashonaland CentralMukandi, Lawrencehttps://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/39452022-06-27T13:49:05Z2018-11-01T00:00:00ZTitle: Challenges facing SDCs in the management of school development in Mt Darwin of Mashonaland Central
Authors: Mukandi, Lawrence
Abstract: The objective of the study is to unearth the challenges that SDCs are facing in the management of school development. This chapter gives precedence to all the other chapters and it begins with giving an overview of how SDCs came into being. The legal framework governing the operations of SDCs and their core functions. The chapter then proceeds to research questions, significance study, limitations and delimitations then ends with assumptions of the study2018-11-01T00:00:00ZMukandi, Lawrence