https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/2105 2026-04-18T07:45:07Z https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/4039 Title: Teachers attitudes on the use of ICT in the teaching and learning of mathematics in Gweru urban selected primary schools Authors: Makono, Antony Abstract: ICTs have become one of the essential pillars of modern society, therefore the attitude, mastery and understanding of ICT basic skills and concepts by teachers in learning and teaching is imperative. New broadband communication services and convergence of telecommunication with computers have created numerous possibilities to use a variety of new technology tools for teaching and learning system. The Zimbabwean government has put into place the ICT Strategic Plan and created the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology which requires everyone to be computer literate In an attempt to bring the potentials and benefits of the ICTs into schools and the promotion of computer literacy the Government donated computers and other ICT tools such as laptops, data projectors and interactive whiteboards in schools for the school children and their teachers despite these efforts Zimbabwe remains at the bottom ten of ICT Network Readiness. In Gweru Urban most primary schools have computer laboratories and are connected to internet the researcher noted that teachers are not embracing ICT in teaching and learning, continue to favour the traditional methods of teaching which make the lessons more teacher-centred rather than the effective ICT learner centred approach in spite of the availability of ICT tools in schools. It is against this background that the research looked at teachers’ attitude towards ICT use in teaching and learning mathematics in Gweru urban Primary schools in zone B. Data was collected through the use of questionnaires and interviews. A sample of 50 participants were selected from five primary school. The sampled participants were selected from a population of 100 teachers and five head teachers were interviewed. Purposive sampling was used to select the participants. The study used a descriptive survey method as a research design employing mixed methods approach. Data were analysed using frequencies and percentages. Findings revealed that most teachers are scared of using ICT tools. The finding also revealed that the frequency in use of traditional tools and methods are higher than that one of ICT tools and methods. It was also revealed that training of teachers was the most given response as the solution to the challenges of using ICT in teaching and learning Mathematics . The government can electrify schools and provide generators so that electrical power should always be available to avoid technical problems during the use of ICT tools in teaching and learning. 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z Makono, Antony https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/4036 Title: Factors causing ordinary level female students to drop out of school and the effects these could have in Zaka district Authors: Dudzai, Ruzvidzo Abstract: The purpose of this study is to find out the factors causing female students to drop out of school and the effects this could have in Zaka District. The researcher was motivated to carry out the study because uneducated women lead to underdevelopment of a country, poor healthy standards, as well as promoting antisocial behaviour. A sample of two schools, two school heads, eight teachers, ten students enrolled as well as five drop outs were used. The qualitative research design was used which enabled the researcher to get all the necessary information needed. Instruments used were document analysis and interview guide. Those instruments were used because they allow the researcher to get actual information required. Data were generated and presented in the form of themes and tables. Poverty, death and separation of parents are some of the major reasons why students drop out of school. Students should be involved in Guidance and counselling clubs and fund raising activities so that they are equipped with life survival skills. The Basic Education Assistance Module should increase the funds given to vulnerable students so that they get all the necessary resources for education to take place. 2018-10-01T00:00:00Z Dudzai, Ruzvidzo https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/4015 Title: The significance of staff development in improving quality education : a case study of three Hippo Valley Estates schools in Chiredzi District Authors: Mudyiwa, Adonis Abstract: This study was on the significance of staff development in improving the quality education in three of the eight Hippo Valley Estates primary schools. Primary schools were targeted by the researcher because they provide the basic foundation in the education system. It is the quality aspect at this elementary stage that determines quality of the future. The descriptive survey was the research design used in the study. This design allows data collection for the purpose of making meaning out of it. The researcher used the following instruments: questionnaire, interviews and site visit. The questionnaires and interviews had similar questions here and there. The research instruments were pilot tested in three Hippo Valley Estates schools so as to ensure their validity and reliability during data collection. The researcher personally conducted the interviews and distributed the questionnaires in order to ensure hundred percent return of questionnaires. Teachers shared their experiences of the staff developments experiences they have received. Student achievement and its relationship to staff development was explored. Teachers discussed contributions staff development training do in improving quality education. The research findings proved that staff development programmes can improve quality education. This study could be of interest to school systems into the insights and needs of apprentice and veteran teachers. The results of this data can assist other schools with information to evaluate their current staff development programs and determine if changes should be made or not. 2017-11-01T00:00:00Z Mudyiwa, Adonis https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/2293 Title: Computer aided teaching unpacked: exploring into methods of using the computer as a teaching tool for Ordinary Level students: A case study of Secondary Schools in Shurugwi Urban Cluster. Authors: Madhovi, Terrance Abstract: The purpose of this study is to unpack computer aided teaching. It focuses on an exploration into the methods of using a computer as a teaching tool for ordinary level students in Shurugwi District Urban Cluster located in the Midlands Province. A multiple case study approach was used to gather relevant data required for the study. Three School Heads, three computer science teachers and six pupils from form three and four purposively participated in the study. The research attempted to achieve triangulation in data gathering instruments through incorporating interviews as the main instrument complemented by document analysis and non-participant observation. The data collected was critically analysed to find out the extent of computer aided teaching application in the classroom to teach ordinary level students. Research findings revealed that teachers are not fully embracing computer aided teaching to a greater extent mainly due to lack of adequate computer resources for use to apply computer aided teaching and lack of support from the school administrations to financially support the department with enough resources. Pupils interviewed indicated that they enjoyed learning using the computer and research has suggested the computer to be a good teaching aid. The study recommends that the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education officials (computer studies subject inspectors) in particular must organize seminars and workshops to help alert the School Heads and other stakeholders (teachers and parents) on the importance of this new dispensation of computer aided teaching and that it can be applied to all other subjects of the school curriculum. 2015-08-01T00:00:00Z Madhovi, Terrance