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Dr. Fronica Monari Ogeto, daughter of the legendary George Hudson Monari Ogeto, walks the delicate bridge between history and memory, weaving words that echo the heartbeat of a people. A distinguished scholar, senior lecturer, teacher, and researcher, she carries both the wisdom of academia and the intimate truths of lineage.…
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This book guides students and teachers in the teaching and learning of poetry in schools with particular interest on preparation of exams. It sets to unify all relevant areas learners should be prepared on as they work towards their KCSE exams. The text discusses the relevant content in the context…
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This book ‘A Handbook For Establishing Computer Clubs In Kenyan High Schools’ seeks to provide a comprehensive guide to schools and more specically teachers interested in establishing and sustaining successful computer clubs. It addresses a range of pertinent issues such as the reasons for establishing a computer club, the process,…
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The aim of this book is to serve as a guide to management of employee performance in organizations. It provides approaches that can be used in enhancing performance for employees in order to achieve desired organizational goals. A comprehensive introduction to employee performance is provided and an in-depth analysis of…
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This autobiography details the life and career of Peter Kubebea. It is a great summary of how Peter lives and serves his community and his country. His experiences will help you take challenges positively and set your life to an extent that is beyond your imagination. This is a very…
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This teaching manual is a practical guide that intends to promote education in terms of qualitative research at educational institutions and individual levels. It provides teachers, tutors, lecturers and students with activities that can improve engagement with practical qualitative research activities. There are three main approaches of conducting research, namely:…
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In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, Open, Distance, and E-Learning (ODEL) programs are revolutionizing education by providing unprecedented access to quality learning opportunities. These innovative programs break down geographical barriers, allowing learners from diverse backgrounds and locations to access a wide range of educational resources and engage in meaningful learning…
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The research that produced this book was a study of the factors that contributed to the growth of the Assemblies of God Church in Kenya. The study was based on the premise that advances in information technology at the dawn of the third millennium accounted for increased influence between global…
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Independent church movement is a phenomenon that engulfed the African continent since the colonial period. These movements are referred to as African Independent Churches. The factors that led to their emergence include political, economic, social cultural, Biblical translation and protestant denominationalism among others. These churches emerged as a protest to…
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Ab-initio Study of Intrinsic Point Defects in Titanium Dioxide: A Density Functional Theory Approach
This book is for researchers and scientists who would want to have an insight of materials before fabrication. Ab-initio study of intrinsic point defects in Titanium dioxide is a Density Functional Theory approach to study properties of materials using computational method. The author addresses two phases of Titanium dioxide: rutile…
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Abaana babisandu barano (Omuchumbe, Atisa, Phinora, Ingutia, nende Ingabi – abasiani bataru nende abakhana babili) abamenyibwa nende omwami Ombonyo, balingi nende esihenda mwoyo khulwelitukhu likali khubulamubwabwe, litukhu liokhwawulwa, elilamanyia obwabalimenya mubulamu bwabwe bwahambeli. Abana bane bawulwa nende abakali bobweki babenyanga nebuchwa Omuchumbe nasikala. Yenyanga esikuulu siobulwani bwechipikipiki ne yasulwa sikila…
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This book documents the origins, history, and culture of the Banyala ba Mukhamba of the greater Luhya Nation. The Banyala are predominantly found in Navakholo sub-county, Kakamega County in Kenya though a significant population has, over time, moved to Bungoma and Trans Nzoia Counties. The book traces their origin and…
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This book analyses the relationship between teachers’ job satisfaction, employment factors and academic performance among secondary schools. The study makes reference to Homa-Bay County which was the area of focus to generalize the findings. The authors make use of descriptive survey and correlation research designs in establishing the relationships between…
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This book is designed out of an empirical study conducted to investigate academic performance of teenagers from single parents’ families. Given that the numbers of single parenting families have been on the rise for diverse reasons, it is important for parents, teachers and other stakeholders of basic education to find…
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The growth of eating out, as a form of consumption, and the market forces of globalization have made food products and cuisines from all over the world more accessible. Such developments have spurred an interest in experiencing the unique and indigenous food products and cuisines of a destination, so much…
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This book assesses the use of integrated English approach on learning achievement of linguistic skills in public secondary schools in Kenya. The author shows how, in practice, where curriculum is integrated, it permits learners to gain an amalgamated view of the curriculum, broadening the context of their learning beyond single…
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In this book, the writer makes a major contribution to issues in education in Kenya in general and in particular to those surrounding the privately sponsored, module two or direct entry degree programmes. No doubt these programmes have elicited a lot of debate ranging from support to condemnation. Sometimes, the…
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This book provides an extra edge towards achieving sustainability of women’s development projects in Kenya and beyond. Global trends and experiences inform the book of development organisations, including the UN, that emphasise adopting effective resource mobilisation strategies to secure adequate and flexible resources for executing development projects for sustainability. The…
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This book provides the reader with an opportunity to comprehend the message in the book of Acts. The author aims to divulge how the Holy Spirit who is the main character revealed Himself in the lives of Apostles against all odds. While citing examples and how the book is related…
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This book addresses the aspect of adult learning preferences in Higher Learning Institutions. It has emerged that the adult learner in institutions of higher learning poses some pedagogical challenges as the instructor must learn to accommodate this new type of a learner in the classroom. Theories of adult learning and…
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The gravest mistake in the Kenyan education system is to drop out of school. Both primary and secondary school dropouts are destined to joblessness and poverty due to lack of skills necessary in the job market. Like their parents, children of school dropouts also face a bleak future. They too…
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The genesis of this book came from the authors’ experience from teaching accounting to both under graduate, graduate and professional level students. The authors found out that no existing book included all the major topics in advanced accounting. Topics in this book were selected on the basis of curricular of…
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Tax is as old as mankind, although the first recognized tax system is traced back during the Pharaohs of Egypt. This book has been written by experienced lecturers in Taxation. The authors have been teaching taxation to undergraduate, graduate and professional students. The materials used in this book have been…
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This book engages in the conversation among members of the African Church – the Body of Christ – on her continued expression in song of her experience of Jesus Christ within the context of African worldviews. Many African Christian theologians claim that it is natural for an African to express…
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African Epistemology in the 21st Century: The Human and Social Sciences Perspective” is a publication from the University of Venda’s School of Human and Social Sciences lecture series. It contains 25 original contributions organized into five domains: African literature, History, politics, and developmental studies, Social work, African musicology, and Indigenous…
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This book offers a formal perspective on the subject of African musicology. The aim is to examine regional musicological issues and trends to establish a continental view of this field. Our initial focus is on Zimbabwe, a representative of southern Africa, through a collection of articles. We plan to expand…
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This book is a true story about my life’s journey and how I grew up from a poor family, schooled in poor rural schools for the most part of my life, grew up in a largely poor and miserable environment for 18 years, lost my dad at 9 years of…
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The period 2001-2011 has witnessed a sustained decline in the output of most agricultural production. This has led to an indictment of the overall performance of Kenya’s agricultural sector making it increasingly difficult to meet the national goal of food security and self-sufficiency. With specific reference to Uasin Gishu County,…
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The ten short stories in this volume focus on the everyday. The immediate subject is the commonplace, which is described and recounted in realistic detail. And yet, as signaled by the word “evening” in the collection’s title, the usual can also be mistaken for something else in dimming light. Indeed,…
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Good decision making and planning is often only possible when reliable information is available for effective analysis. This book introduces the principles, language and applications of statistical methods in the analysis of information. This gives an understanding of the basic applications of statistical usage and lays a solid foundation for…
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Literature is a subject taught and examined under the Kenya secondary school curriculum. It is, however, integrated with English language and taught as one subject. At the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), five literature texts are examined. These texts are also called set books. A candidate is expected to…
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Anthology of Music Arrangements and Compositions is a documentation of Professor Wanyama’s musical arts creativity over a period of 30 years (1987 – 2017) as a music academician in primary schools, secondary schools and universities. This work – containing 66 creative musical works – is published separately in three volumes…
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Anthology of Music Arrangements and Compositions is a documentation of Professor Wanyama’s musical arts creativity over a period of 30 years (1987 – 2017) as a music academician in primary schools, secondary schools and universities. This work – containing 66 creative musical works – is published separately in three volumes…
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Anthology of Music Arrangements and Compositions is a documentation of Professor Wanyama’s musical arts creativity over a period of 30 years (1987 – 2017) as a music academician in primary schools, secondary schools and universities. This work – containing 66 creative musical works – is published separately in three volumes…
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Fear is one strong instrument that the devil has used against Christian ministry. It is one attribute mentioned in the Bible that every believer must overcome. In Islam, it is fear of Jinn, and the fear of death, that are used to keep people away from falling back from faith.…
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This book embodies the author’s philosophical treatment of various aspects of the HIV/AIDS pademic in critical juxtaposition with various ethical theories. He believes that every right action, whether against HIV/AIDS, or in any other context, can only emerge out of right thinking and authentic inspiration. Prof. Chukwu is to be…
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When human beings experience mental health breakdown or disability, anxiety or social skills deficits, it is common for their lives to unravel. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through Neuro-developmental challenges. I help my clients, who include children, adolescent, adults and families, to find healthy…
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Most societies in Kenya had fairy tales through which they relayed certain significant information. It is significant to preserve these stories so that the current and future generations can have access to them. The current demands of life that aligns a child to school work denies him or her the…
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The trend of divorce among the African population, particularly youth, has expanded in recent years, leading to detrimental consequences for the traditional family unit. In South Africa, this trend is not exempt from the impact of the scourge, as indicated by the census SA 2022. The census figures show a…
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This book is a contribution to scholarly comparison of African Independent Churches and Charismatic Evangelical Churches, with the focus being the differences in Christian practices between their members. The author goes yonder – exploring the conceptions of religious consciousness in African independent churches and charismatic evangelical churches and the effects…
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The writing of Branding Kenya: Identity and Image was necessitated by the need to demystify the argument that nation branding is a recent phenomenon in Africa. The book illustrates that the practice and concept of nation branding are not new in Kenya, as the country has historically positioned and promoted…
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This book is a MUST-HAVE for teacher educators and chemistry student teachers. It covers all aspects of University and College level Chemistry Teaching Methods Course from; Historical Development of Chemistry, Chemistry Education, Misconceptions in Chemistry, Teaching Methods and Resources for Chemistry Teaching, Planning for Chemistry teaching and Evaluation in Chemistry…
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Although those advocating for women issues have discussed eradication of female circumcision, not much has been said either on the biblical response or viable substitutes to replace this undying cultural tradition. The values and perspectives that surround this ritual have been the most powerful driving force. This book discusses the…
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In view of this age of rapid change due to globalization, technological advancement and knowledge revolution, the author of this book addresses the following question: “How can church founded schools in Africa maintain high moral and spiritual values and still keep their academic excellence?” The book attempts to respond to…
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This book discusses the importance of Climatology, Solar Radiation, Energy Budgets, Hydrological Cycle, Global Circulation, Climate Change and Variability, and Climate Modifications.
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Cognitive Behavioural Intervention for Trauma among Adolescents in Kenya presents a thorough examination based on a six-month Quasi‐experimental study among adolescents in informal settlements in Kajiado County, Kenya. The book focuses on uncovering the distinct challenges faced by adolescents and their correlation with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), highlighting the heightened…
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The book is a bold exposition of the personal account of the author and how Almighty God helped him out of it. The book is indeed a necessity in these challenging moments of our Christian faith. The subject matter of the book relates clear examples of how issues of alcoholism…
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This book introduces the readers to the concept of communication and provides an up-to-date coverage and detailed explanations of skills such as reading, listening, speaking, writing, study and examination. It also contains elaborate information on a variety of non linear texts as well as illustrations that aid in understanding these…
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This work has been prepared to help facilitators and students of Communication Skills and Office Practice Module in institutions of Higher Education. The key concepts are Communication Skills and Office Practice. Communication Skills focus on skills that help students in communicating and learning. Students need communication skills because they spend…
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This book provides an exciting insight into the principles of appropriate communication skills. The book guides the readers in building the necessary academic, study and research skills required in all spheres of life. Thus, it is anticipated that after reading the book, the reader will have been introduced to most…
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Development results when a majority of the people actively engage in what is beneficial for them. It is possible for a people whose history has inclined them to view development as acquiring knowledge established on historical structural standards that inculcate Western values, practices, and patterns of thinking, to respond selflessly…
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CONSTITUTION OR CHURCH ORDER? A Judicial Analysis of the Reformed Church of East Africa is a book that seeks to contribute to a better understanding of the RCEA about the Reformed church polity principles that are foundational for the drafting of the church orders and constitutions of various churches. It…
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In the discipline of African Religion, Omare’s article addresses the pertinent problem of violence meted by the Abagusii against their own suspected witches. He admits that, the belief in witchcraft among the Abagusii is deep rooted in their culture and belief systems. He points out that, modernization has not succeeded…
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Teachers can influence the lives of tomorrow’s leaders and have the ability to cultivate in their students a love for learning. To teach is a calling that requires responsibility and accountability. By teaching ECDE learners, the discipline of hard work and engaging in lifelong learning, teachers enable learners to make…
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Core Principles in Curriculum is a rich textbook for curriculum scholars and practitioners. The authors adopt simple and clear language and the organization style is consistent and friendly to the reader. The authors have done a good job in reviewing pertinent literature both locally and internationally. The content covered is…
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The basis of this book is to introduce to the reader the concept of corporate strategy with special emphasis on the rapidly changing environment in which most contemporary organizations are operating in. The book in addition also focuses on the different approaches to crafting strategies that organizations have adopted across…
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The Agriculture Sector Strategic Plan (ASSP) is the overall county policy document for the sub sector departments and all stakeholders in Bungoma County. This document outlines the situational analysis of the sector, strategic issues, objectives, opportunities, vision, mission, mandate, core functions, strategic thrusts and various interventions that the sector needs…
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If your rural village or location or ward has similar characteristics to co-authors of this book, then it is not very different from the way it was (in terms of development) when Kenya’s first President was in office. Names and some roads and bridges may have changed somewhat. Nairobi, Mombasa,…
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Cowards of the Republic is a play by Dr. Jean Claude Zigama and Mr. Bonface Otieno, first published in 2023. Unlike many others, this play investigates contemporary tragedies of political unrest, coups d’état and politically aligned injustices on innocent members of a nation. It connects the colonial periods while focusing…
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Critical pharmaceutical utilities are the core of production processes. This book covers, in detail, three critical utilities, namely, water, HVAC and compressed air. In addition, practical tools such as risk assessment techniques, protocols, audit checklists and maintenance worksheets are provided. The collaborative effort of the authors has produced a thorough…
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Cryptocurrencies Demystified – Effect of Fiat Currencies Exchange Rates on Movements in Cryptocurrencies in Selected African Nations delves into the uncharted depths of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology in relation to African currencies exchange rates with a focus on hedging and investment. With a searing need to separate fact from fiction,…
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“My husband completely changed after a spiritual leader prophesied over his life. He started talking of sacrificial giving and in a span of one year he had secretly transferred the ownership of all the family properties worth Ksh 8.5 million Kenyan Shillings (equivalent to $72,000 US dollars) to the Church.…
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The book Cults, Counterfeits, and Clones: Examining Selected New Religious Movements in Kenyan Christianity covers several new religious movements that have been witnessed to exhibit characteristics that fail the biblical teaching of “truth” in one way or another. Several literatures are reviewed to provide basis for regarding them as cults.…
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This book is designed primarily to serve as an introductory textbook to help Christian students at various university levels, who intend to major in the discipline of Cultural Anthropology or who are interested in studying cultural minds and behaviors of different peoples. With this purpose in mind, the book focuses…
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A lot of work in the informal economy is skilled despite the fact that most skills are derived from the non-formal vocational education or developed informally through traditional apprenticeship training. In this regard Technical vocational education and training (TVET) is broadly accepted as a way of reducing societal problems associated…
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This book provides the history of curriculum development, curriculum context, the process of curriculum development, curriculum design, curriculum implementation, curriculum evaluation and curriculum change & innovation. It also discusses competency-based curriculum, gender & curriculum development and policies in education. Ruth Otunga holds a PhD (Curriculum Studies) and delivered an inaugural…
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Marketing is all about creating value and Building profitable customer relationships. This book vividly explores and explains the mediating effect of customer satisfaction on the relationship between customer relationship management practices and Customer retention and it has been empirically examined in this book. There is support provided in this book…
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Daddy’s Daughter and other Stories is a collection of extremely powerful stories dealing with pertinent thematic concerns such as love and mistrust, betrayal and gayism, blind loyalty, pride and naivety, the battle between good and evil, sacrifice and resilience, violence and domestic abuse, inter-cultural marriages, hope, recovery and good fortune,…
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Dafina ya Fasihi Simulizi ni kitabu kinachochunguza vipengele vya kimsingi vya fasihi simulizi. Vipengele vifuatavyo vimezingatiwa kwa kina: Dhana ya fasihi simulizi, Maana na sifa za tanzu za fasihi simulizi, Utafiti nyanjani, Ufundishaji wa fasihi simulizi na Nadharia za ufndishaji wa lugha ya pili. Kitabu hiki kitawafaidi wanafunzi, walimu, watafiti,…
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One common misunderstanding concerning the writings of James is that we are saved and justified by good works. Nothing can be as misleading as this! Actually, James introduces a balance between the two equally important elements of Christian life; faith and good works. “Becoming doers of the word” is not…
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If there is one book in the Old Testament that has the most hopeless theme, its most probably Ecclesiastes; “All is vanity” or all is in vain and meaningless. That a what a person of King Solomon’s calibre says. He already states the theme of the book by stressing that…
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Christianity and Islam have interacted with African traditional beliefs and practices for many years in many parts of Africa. Both these religions have affected African traditional worldview in varied ways. In Kenya for example, Christianity came earlier than Islam. It penetrated and affected many communities in the interior parts of…
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Determining Relevance of Undergraduate University Music Curricula to the Requirements of Selected Music Job Markets in Nairobi County, Kenya is a product of a rigorous and extensive research to meet the demand of employability in a dynamic technological world. The writing of this book is prompted by the local and…
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The book you are holding is the result of research undertaken in the UK in the field of Aerospace Propulsion. The purpose of the book is to demistify gas turbine engine diagnostics and highlight the latest in research in this area. The book centers around the theoretical engine which has…
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Digital Literacy for Teachers and Online Learners is a book that covers the six vital areas of total ICT Competency Framework which are: Understanding ICT in Education, Curriculum and Assessment, Pedagogy in Online Instruction, Information Communication Technology, Organization and Administration, and Teacher Professional Learning. Elearning is rapidly growing in the world.…
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Discourse Analysis is widely is used as a method in social research. However, the how and what to analyze is not always clear, particularly in the latest perspectives dubbed Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA). CDA is attractive because of the way it identifies a social problem and then goes on to…
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Drug and substance abuse is a vice that adversely affects young people in the society and especially in schools. It has killed the potential of many youngsters in schools who would have succeeded and developed their families and societies economically, socially, and even politically. This book discusses the types and…
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The author observes that graduation from the university correlates strongly with drug and substance abuse. From the verbatim accounts, the Global theme that emerged was that drugs and substances were taken to relax the mind. It was also noted through the organizing themes that stood out that; drugs and substances…
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This book highlights issues in curriculum development, implementation and evaluation in contemporary times. It discusses dynamics of curriculum development and practice, exploring curriculum and instruction facets in ten chapters: Curriculum Leadership, Curriculum Benchmarking, Functional Curriculum, Preparation for Instruction, Learning Processes and Instructional Strategies, Change in Teacher Instructional Practice and Learner…
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Conflict management in the context of ethnic boundaries and a history of inter-ethnic violence remains a challenge in a range of socio-economic contexts. Conflict management in remote rural areas within developing states where state presence and capacity is relatively weak is particularly challenging. This book examines a case of successful…
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Whether we acknowledge it or not, our lives and our actions are embedded in God’s grand story: what we call history. He has given us roles to play in this great historical drama. How should we authentically and faithfully act out our roles in God’s drama? Daniel Ohide argues that…
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