Vol. 1 No. 1 (2020): Examining Socio-Educational and Health Challenges in Kenyan Communities

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.