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• Educational Practices, Integration, and the Impact of COVID-19 in Kenyan Schools and Communities

  Vol. 2 No. 1 (2021)

  This issue explores the multifaceted challenges and developments in the Kenyan educational and social landscape, focusing on curriculum implementation, national integration, economic strategies, facility adequacy, academic performance, and mental health. The relationship between the extent of Kiswahili curriculum implementation and student achievement in Vihiga County is examined alongside the integration of the Barwa community into other ethnic groups in Western Kenya as a model for national cohesion. Teachers' innovative strategies to earn extra income during the COVID-19 pandemic in Nandi County highlight the economic resilience within the education sector. Additionally, the adequacy of facilities and teachers in low-cost boarding primary schools in Kajiado County is analyzed for its impact on student enrollment. The predictive validity of KCSE Mathematics scores on university undergraduates' financial accounting performance at CUEA-Gaba Campus in Eldoret provides insights into academic preparedness. Finally, the mental health effects of COVID-19 movement restrictions on children in Kapsabet Town, Nandi County, are explored, emphasizing the broader impacts of the pandemic on young learners.

• Educational Governance and Cultural Strategies

  Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024)

• Examining Socio-Educational and Health Challenges in Kenyan Communities

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2020)

  This issue explores a diverse range of socio-educational and health challenges affecting communities in Kenya. It delves into gender differences in attitudes towards chemistry curriculum content and performance, highlighting the impact of gender on educational outcomes. It also examines how oral skills influence reading competency among learners in both rural and urban settings. The effects of external factors such as sports betting on students’ learning processes in public secondary schools are scrutinized, providing insights into the broader socio-economic influences on education. Additionally, the issue addresses critical health and social issues, including a detailed study of abortion practices in Gusiiland and the stresses related to COVID-19 pandemic curfews among women in Eldoret Town. Finally, the effectiveness of different teaching methodologies, such as cooperative versus inquiry-based learning, on student mathematics achievement is analyzed, offering valuable perspectives on educational strategies in Kenyan schools.

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  Examination of factors affecting educational outcomes and effectiveness in East African communities, encompassing gender differences, curriculum content, psychological interventions, and educator commitment.

  Vol. 3 No. 1 (2023)

  The articles collectively explore the diverse factors influencing educational outcomes and effectiveness within Kenya and the East African community. They delve into gender differences in attitudes and performance related to the chemistry curriculum, the impact of assertive psychological counseling on elderly social behavior, and the placement of middle school grades within Kenya’s education system. Additionally, the research evaluates the adoption and implementation of the Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) in primary and secondary schools across East African countries, alongside a specific summative evaluation of CBC in Kenyan primary schools. Furthermore, the studies investigate the influence of lecturer commitment on the supervision and completion rates of postgraduate programs in Kenyan universities. Together, these articles highlight the multifaceted challenges and interventions shaping the educational landscape in the region.