https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/377 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:07:19 GMT 2026-04-22T17:07:19Z https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/4035 Title: An investigation into the use of information communication technology (ICT) in the teaching of Geography at ö"level in Mhondoro Ngezi District schools Authors: Muwani, Adonia Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate into the use of Information Communication technology in the teaching of Geography at ‘O’ level in Mhondoro Ngezi District Secondary Schools. Descriptive survey design which utilized mixed approach method was used. Questionnaires were administered to thirteen teachers teaching Geography at selected schools. School heads of three schools were interviewed. Purposive sampling technique was used to select teachers for study. The findings revealed that teachers lack knowledge and skills in the use of ICT tools in Geography. They also have no access to ICT tools. In addition there is lack of ICT policy in schools and also no professional development for teachers pertaining the topic. Some schools are not electrified hence execution of ICT is hindered in Geography lessons. There is also scarcity of infrastructure such as computer laboratories and computers. The study recommends that school heads must familiarize themselves with the national ICT policy in a bid to implement it in schools. The government must increase in service training programmes on use of ICT tools in geography lessons. Conclusions from the study indicated that teachers are still having problems in using technological tools like computers, projectors , internet, email and other softwares like global positioning softwares commonly in use in other countries like Australia , Malaysia, China and South Africa. Fri, 01 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/4035 2018-06-01T00:00:00Z Muwani, Adonia https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/4013 Title: An analysis of fieldwork implementation in the teaching and learning of physical Geography at Ordinary Level. Authors: Dube, Sipiwe Abstract: Fieldwork is regarded as any curriculum component that involves leaving the classroom to engage in teaching and learning activities through first-hand experience of outdoors phenomena. Most Geographers regard fieldwork as being central to research, teaching and intrinsic to their nature. The study sought to establish how fieldwork was being implemented in schools, its value in Geography teaching and learning, the challenges associated with its implementation and how it could be enhanced as well. A descriptive survey design was employed and interviews and questionnaires were used to collect data from respondents. Two secondary schools in Gweru District made up the population whereby twenty pupils, eight teachers and two heads of department constituted the sample. The simple random, snowball and purposive sampling techniques were used in selecting pupils, teachers and heads of department respectively. Data was presented in form of tables, bar graphs, line graphs and pie charts and analysed through the use of codes, themes and patterns. It was revealed by the study that fieldwork enhanced the learning of concepts, skills and topics in physical Geography. It also gave reality to Geography and saved the subject from being rigid and theoretical. Despite its value, fieldwork was being conducted less frequent in schools due to various challenges which include, lack of adequate research resources, limited time due to the need to complete the syllabi, large classes, financial constraints, geographical landscape and poor administrative and parental support. The study therefore recommended the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education to deploy more Geography teachers in schools. It also recommended the schools to conduct more workshops based on fieldwork implementation whereby the school administrators are also taught and encouraged to appreciate the value of fieldwork. Tue, 01 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/4013 2018-05-01T00:00:00Z Dube, Sipiwe https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/3940 Title: The low pass rate in Geography at Ordinary Level in rural secondary schools: The case of Garikayi Secondary School in Silobela circuit in Kwekwe district. Authors: Nyazenga, Esther Nyarai Abstract: This study sought to find out the factors that contribute to the low pass rate in Geography at O Level in rural secondary schools. A descriptive design was used as methodology. A sample of 6 teachers and 60 students was purposively sampled. Interviews were used to generate data while students responded to questionnaires. Content analysis was used to analyse the data generated to answer the two main questions of this study. This study revealed that the poor performance of students in Geography at Ordinary Level final examinations in rural secondary schools is attributed to their socio- economic circumstances which sometimes deny them proper role models who can motivate them to pursue education as a worthwhile investment. Most parents in rural areas have not gone far with education themselves. Rural secondary schools do not have adequate teaching and learning materials. There is need for a multi-sectoral approach to improve the pass rate in Geography in rural secondary schools. The government, the community, individual parents, the school system and students themselves should work hard to address the challenges to proper teaching and learning in these schools. Communities should inculcate in their children the true value of education. Schools should endeavor to provide adequate and relevant teaching and learning materials. Students themselves should take responsibility for their own future. Wed, 01 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/3940 2017-11-01T00:00:00Z Nyazenga, Esther Nyarai https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/3673 Title: An investigation on the educational gap between learners from affluent and poor backgrounds in Chinhoyi urban cluster, Makonde district Authors: Munamato, Patrick Abstract: The study examined the education gap between learners from poor and affluent backgrounds in Chinhoyi urban cluster. The problem was that there were many differences exhibited at school by learners between those coming from poor family backgrounds and from affluent backgrounds. The literature review showed that the families' socioeconomic status, parental income, parental education, family size and marital status have an impact on the education of children. The study employed a descriptive research design. The population comprised of 3 government schools, which had 3000 learners, 135 teachers and 3000 parents. The sample comprised of three schools and they automatically qualified to be in the study, 67 learners selected through random sampling technique, 10 teachers chosen through a purposive sampling technique that was also used to select the 3 parents. All the three school heads automatically qualified to be in the study because the study was conducted on their respective schools. Open-ended and closed-ended questionnaires were used and were distributed to school heads, teachers and learners. Interviews were administered to the parents. Document analysis was used to check the payment of fees. Both qualitative and quantitative data analysis was used. The data was presented in form of tables, pie charts and graphs. The results showed that there exists an educational gap between learners from poor and affluent backgrounds. Parental education and income are among other factors that influence the educational gaps and academic performance between learners from different socioeconomic backgrounds. The current economic crisis that is characterised by high unemployment in the country is giving stress to most families as they are failing to provide some of the requirements on their children. The study recommended that the government should create a conducive environment so that parents are employed and able to pay for their children's school fees. Other recommendations made were to award scholarship to children who come from disadvantaged backgrounds Mon, 01 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/3673 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z Munamato, Patrick