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Assessing learning: How can classroom-based teachers assess students’ competencies in numeracy?

Ngware, Moses W.; Hungi, Njora; Mutisya, Maurice (Taylor & Francis, 2019)

This paper examines a procedure measuring student competencies in numeracy using school-based assessments, and demonstrates how the procedure informs the school system on quality improvement. The sample consisted of 7648 ...
The Congruence between Teaching and Learning! Exploration of the Relationship between Preschool Teaching or Instructional Methods and Mathematics Performance in Lower Primary Schools in Kenya

Kamau, Bonface; Thinguri, Ruth W.; Koech, Peter K.; Ngaruiya, B. N. (International Knowledge Sharing Platform, 2015)

The obstacles and difficulties hindering good performance in mathematics by Lower Primary school children seem to originate from inconsistence of instructional methods applied by teachers at the level. These methods don’t ...
Determinants of Standard One Pupils’ Achievement in Literacy and Numeracy in Gucha District, Kisii County Kenya.

Ouko, Ong’ang’a Hudson M. (Kenyatta University, 2015-05)

Pre-primary school learning experiences plays a critical role in laying a strong foundation for pupils‟ later academic progression and achievement. The experiences equip learners with the requisite competencies and abilities ...
Early Intervention of Mathematics Difficulties and Performance of Standard Three Pupils in Primary Schools in Butere Sub-County, Kenya.

Wekesa, Wafula Robert (Kenyatta University, 2015-01)

Mathematics skills are not only a basic requirement for every member of the society to productively engage in everyday activities but also a universal language that finds meaning in all cultures and civilizations. Every ...
Effects of Formative Assessment Classroom Teaching Strategy (Facts) on Mathematics Academic Achievement and Effective Learning in Public Primary Schools in Nandi County, Kenya

Kiplagat, Paul (University of East Africa, Baraton, 2015)

The focus of the study was to determine the effects of teaching strategy called ‘Formative Assessment Classroom Teaching Strategy ( FACTS) on primary school mathematics academic achievements and effective learning ,more ...
Enhancing Learning Outcomes in Mathematics through Classroom Talk Teaching Strategy

Kiplagat, Paul (University of Nairobi, 2019)

At the time of writing, mathematics achievement locally and globally in primary schools is at its knees. Finding from ‘Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study’, (2015), revealed that mathematics attainments ...
Evaluation of Teacher Factors Associated with Mathematics Performance in Primary Schools in Kenya

Makewa, Lazarus Ndiku; Role, Elizabeth; Too, Jackson K.; Kiplagat, Paul (International Journal of Scientific Research in Education, 2012)

The focus of this study was to investigate teacher-related factors associated with performance in mathematics in public day primary schools in Nandi Central district, Kenya. Seventy-four (74) mathematics teachers participated ...
Explaining Differences in Mathematics and Reading Achievement among Standard 6 Pupils in Kenya: Emerging Policy Issues

Thuku, F.W.; Hungi, N. (International Household Survey Network, 2013)

This study employed a multilevel analyses procedure to examine pupil, class and school levels factors that influenced achievement in mathematics and reading of Standard 6 primary school pupils in Kenya as well as to examine ...
Head teachers’ and Teachers’ Perceptions Towards Smase Programme and Primary School Pupils’ Mathematics and Science Achievement in Murang’a County, Kenya

Gachahi, Michael W.; Kimani, Gerald N.; Njagi, Lucy W.; Ngaruiya, Boniface (International Journal of Education and Research, 2014)

With support from Japan, the Government of Kenya embarked on implementation of Strengthening Mathematics and Science Education (SMASE) in-service programme in all primary schools in 2009 with the aim of improving pupils’ ...
Hierarchical Linear Modelling of Sixth-Grade Students’ Socio-economic Status and School Factors on Mathematics Achievement: Case studies of Kenya and Zimbabwe

Kanyongo, Gibbs Y.; Ayieko, Rachel (Taylor & Francis, 2017)

This study investigated the relationship between socio-economic status, school-level variables and mathematics achievement of sixth graders in Kenya and Zimbabwe. The study is based on secondary data collected by the ...
Improving Procedural and Conceptual Mathematics Outcomes: Evidence from a Randomised Controlled Trial in Kenya

Piper, Benjamin; Ralaingita, Wendi; Akach, Linda; King, Simon (2016)

To improve learning outcomes, an intervention in Kenya called the Primary Math and Reading (PRIMR) Initiative provided pupil learning materials, teachers’ guides and modest teacher professional development in mathematics. ...
Influence of Mathematical English on Performance of Standard Eight Learners in Public Primary Schools in Miriga Mieru, Meru County, Kenya

Mberia, Faith Kathure; Mwangi, Boniface Njuguna (ARJESS, 2018)

Mathematical English is a unique language based on ordinary English, with highly stylized formal symbol systems. Owing to the fact that it has its own lexicon, syntax, semantics and literature; this makes it more difficult ...
Influence of the Free Primary Education Policy on Pupils Arithmetic Competence, in Public Primary Schools. A case study of Kimilili Bungoma Sub County, Kenya

Oroni, Nicholas Barasa; Wepukhulu, Rispah N.; Simiyu, Irene (Kibabii University, 2018)

This study set to explore influence of the free primary education on pupil’s Arithmetic competence in public primary schools in Kimilili-Bungoma Sub–County. The specific objectives of the study were to ...
Integration of existing indigenous knowledge within mathematics curriculum for primary schools in Kenya

Tsindoli, Silyvier; Ongeti, Khaemba; Chang'ach, John K. (International Academic Journals, 2018)

The current paradigm shift towards promoting education for sustainable development gravitates toward alternative approaches to school curricula in Kenya. To address some of the knowledge deficiencies that are currently ...
Learner Attributes Influencing Instruction in Mathematics Curriculum in Public Primary Schools of Bungoma South Sub-County, Bungoma County, Kenya

Mumaraki, Joseph Likwilo; Kisilu, Anne; Kirui, E. K. J. (International Academic Journal of Social Sciences and Education, 2018)

The purpose of the study was to investigate learner attributes influencing the instruction in Mathematics curriculum in public Primary Schools. The research objectives were to: investigate the influence of learners’ language ...
Mathematical Modeling on the Control of Measles by Vaccination: Case Study of Kisii County, Kenya

Mose, Ongau Fred; Sigey, Johana K.; Okello, Jeconiah A.; Okwoyo, James M.; Giterere, J. Kang’ethe (The Standard International Journals, 2014)

Protection of children from vaccine-preventable diseases, such as measles, is among primary goal for health workers. Since vaccination has turned out to be the most effective method against ...
Mathematics Teacher’s Preparedness and Their Effect on Learner Acquisition of Basic Operational Skills in Kakamega Central Primary Schools, Kenya

Naibei, Emily Chepkorir; Shikuku, Beatrice Nakhanu; Aurah, Catherine (Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science, 2017)

Mathematics is a subject that is taught right from pre-primary school to higher level of learning. It is a compulsory subject both in primary and secondary school curriculum. Mutunga and Breakell refer to mathematics as ...
Primary Math and Reading (PRIMR) Program: Kenya Education Policy Study Report

Bunyi, Grace; Cherotich, Isaac; Piper, Benjamin (United States Agency for International Development, 2012)

The objective of this policy study, carried out under the USAID/Kenya Primary Math and Reading (PRIMR) Initiative, was to highlight important policy issues that would need to be addressed in developing and implementing a ...
Relationship between School Learning Environment and Pupils’ Performance in Mathematics in Nairobi County, Kenya

Ngusa, Judy; Nyakwara, Begi; Ndani, Mary (European Journal of Education Studies, 2018)

Mathematics for young children lays a foundation of basic concepts and skills on which future learning is built. However, despite the role it plays in an individual and society, in Kenya it has continued to be poorly ...
Rethinking Primary School Mathematics Teaching: A Formative Assessment Approach

Kiplagat, Paul (University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, 2016)

The performance of mathematics at national examinations at the end of primary is worrying all over the globe and researchers and scholars continue to examine how student’s achievement in the subject can be raised. Formative ...

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