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A practicing business and management consultant, experienced in both domestic and international marketing, strategic planning, business startups mentorship and business evaluation. A member of Kenya Institute of Management (KIM)Holds Phd in Business Administration (Marketing option), Masters in Business Administration (MBA –Marketing), Bachelor of Education (BED Arts), Diploma in Marketing Management (DMM), Certificate in Personnel Management and Industrial relations, Certificate in Professional Consulting in Enterprise Development. A trainer of trainers and a certified monitoring and evaluation professional. A lecturer in the school of Business, Economics and Human Resource Development at Alupe University College and Current Chair of Department (COD) Marketing and Logistic Department, and the University College Quality Assurance Officer. Previously worked at Moi University.

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Reinventing Faculty Leadership and Management Styles in Kenyan Universities Through Training During the Post COVID-19 Era, A Case of Alupe University, Busia, Kenya

Didactic Approaches of Teaching and Classroom Environment Influence on Academic Performance: A Perception of Gifted Students in Secondary Schools in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya

British journal of education, Jun 15, 2024

Academic performance is multifaceted variable including modes of teaching, classroom environment ... more Academic performance is multifaceted variable including modes of teaching, classroom environment and students&#39; ability. Therefore, many gifted students may face myriads of academic challenges, which may however, be masked by their academic prowess, yet research into this realm is limited in Kenya. Therefore, the objectives of the study was to establish the perception of gifted students on teacher-centred teaching methods and classroom environment influence on academic performance. Findings indicated that a majority 84% (88) of respondents were uncomfortable with didactic approaches of teaching. Further, greater majority of the gifted students 81% (85) perceived the classroom environment as unconducive for effective learning. This means gifted learners due to their exceptional speed to comprehend facts and information fast tend to get bored and switch off resulting to poor academic performance. This implies that gifted students tend to enjoy application of interactive or engaging methods approaches of teaching and a conducive class environment to realise their academic prowess.

ASSESSING THE EFFICACY OF EDUCATION AND AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS ON MOTORCYCLE SAFETY: A CASE STUDY OF TESO SOUTH SUB COUNTY, KENYA

International Journal for Economics, Commerce and Management, 2024

The objectives of the study were to assess the current level of education and awareness regarding... more The objectives of the study were to assess the current level of education and awareness regarding motorcycle safety among Teso South Sub County riders, to evaluate the effectiveness of existing motorcycle safety education and awareness campaigns, to identify the challenges faced in implementing motorcycle safety education and awareness campaigns and to recommend strategies for improving motorcycle safety education and awareness campaigns in Teso South Sub County. The survey adopted a qualitative analysis approach, and 295 'boda boda' riders participated. Data was collected using questionnaires and interview schedules. The study findings revealed that respondents have a relatively low level of awareness, have a favourable perception of motorcycle safety initiatives in the region, and acknowledge the existence of challenges or obstacles that impede the effectiveness of motorcycle safety programs. It was recommended that media platforms, such as social media, local newspapers, radio, and television, reach a broad audience and, hence, can be used to spread safety messages. Seminars focusing on motorcycle safety could be organized, and experts could be invited to discuss safe riding practices, the importance of protective gear, and the benefits of proper training. Also, apps that offer safety tips, route planning with safer roads, and reminders for maintenance checks can be promoted or developed.

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Reinventing Faculty Leadership and Management Styles in Kenyan Universities Through Training During the Post COVID-19 Era, A

Journal of Education and Practice, 2024

The aim of study was to establish whether there was any influence of post COVID-19 pandemic on fa... more The aim of study was to establish whether there was any influence of post COVID-19 pandemic on faculty leadership and management. Faculty leadership and management styles seemed to play a significant role towards the attainment of institutional goals and vision.A case study approach was adopted. The study purposefully sampled five Chairs of Departments (CoDs) from the School of Education and Social Sciences (SESS), at Alupe University. The results indicated that a majority of the CoDs in the school were male (4) compared to their female counterparts (1). Results were a strong positive relationship between leadership and training (r=0.589, ρ<0.01), while trainings undertaken by the CoDs and their members of department plays a significant role their adjustment in to new norm. ICT compliance is (r=0.496, ρ<0.01) while Conflict of interest on the blended or hybrid approach to running of daily businesses recorded (r=0.585, ρ<0.01). The study concluded that the pandemic has impacted negatively on the old leadership and management approaches. That the sample experience unprecedented challenges associated with the new norm way of running their daily tasks mostly because the new norm demands for the new ways of handling matters leadership. Based on these the study made recommendations leadership approaches that embrace innovation, manage change and lead strategically for university attainment of its goals and vision.The study recommends that there is an increasing need for academic leaders (CoDs) who can identify new market opportunities, innovate, manage change and lead strategically for the university to attain its goals and vision in the post pandemic era. That digital knowledge is crucial in the new norm dispensation. As a result, periodical trainings on leadership and management is necessary for CoDs and other leaders with university settings.

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Didactic Approaches of Teaching and Classroom Environment Influence on Academic Performance: A Perception of Gifted Students in Secondary Schools in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya

British Journal of Education, 2024

Academic performance is multifaceted variable including modes of teaching, classroom environment ... more Academic performance is multifaceted variable including modes of teaching, classroom environment and students' ability. Therefore, many gifted students may face myriads of academic challenges, which may however, be masked by their academic prowess, yet research into this realm is limited in Kenya. Therefore, the objectives of the study was to establish the perception of gifted students on teacher-centred teaching methods and classroom environment influence on academic performance. Findings indicated that a majority 84% (88) of respondents were uncomfortable with didactic approaches of teaching. Further, greater majority of the gifted students 81% (85) perceived the classroom environment as unconducive for effective learning. This means gifted learners due to their exceptional speed to comprehend facts and information fast tend to get bored and switch off resulting to poor academic performance. This implies that gifted students tend to enjoy application of interactive or engaging methods approaches of teaching and a conducive class environment to realise their academic prowess.

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An Investigation of Food Crop Farming Skills and Knowledge Held by Smallholder Crop Farmers for Sustainable Farming in Teso South Sub-County, Busia County, Kenya

International Journal of Research in Interdisciplinary Studies, 2024

This research study investigated the food crop farming skills and knowledge held by smallholder c... more This research study investigated the food crop farming skills and knowledge held by smallholder crop farmers in Teso South Sub-County to promote sustainable farming practices. The study objectives were; to investigate the food crop farming skills and knowledge held by smallholder farmers for sustainable farming in Teso South Sub-County, Busia County-Kenya, to examine the relationship between gender and skills of smallholders' food crop farmers in Teso South Sub-County, Busia County-Kenya and to determine association between previous trainings and food crop knowledge and skills held by the smallholder crop farmers in Teso South Sub-County, Busia County-Kenya. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire. The study revealed that smallholders' farmers had received trainings that lasted between one hour and three days, some of which had been taken 10 years ago. A Chi-square test for independence (with Yates Continuity Correction) indicated no significant association between gender and previous training status of the smallholders' farmers, χ2 (4, n = 124) = 4.37, p = .359, phi = .18. Also, a Chi-square test for independence (with Yates Continuity Correction) indicated no significant association between food crop farming skill and knowledge held by smallholders' farmers and previous training status of the smallholders' farmers, χ2 (4, n = 124) = 2.03, p = .731, phi = .12. The study recommended that gender should never be used to design training programmes since the proficiency levels of skill and knowledge of both male and female farmers are relatively the same.

format_quoteChi-square analysis shows no significant association between farming skills and previous training among smallholders, emphasizing the need for non-gender based training.format_quote

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The effect of COVID-19 pandemic on emotional wellbeing of education instructors: A perspective of Kenya’s private schools

Journal Of Educational Management And Instruction, Feb 28, 2024

An Evaluation of Perceived Quality Effect on the Choice of Poultry Feeds by Farmers in Nakuru West Sub-County, Nakuru County, Kenya

An Evaluation of Perceived Quality Effect on the Choice of Poultry Feeds by Farmers in Nakuru West Sub-County, Nakuru County, Kenya, 2024

Much attention has been devoted to research with interest in consumer behaviour because the compl...