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How communities' perceptions of disasters influence disaster response: managing landslides on Mount Elgon, Uganda
(Wiley Online Library, 2014-11-28)The aim of this paper is to assess the role of people's perception in disaster management. It is based on a study carried out along the slopes of Mount Elgon in Eastern Uganda. People living in the study area have experienced ... -
Implementation of inclusive education practices for children with disabilities and other special needs in Uganda
(Journal of Education and e-Learning Research, 2021-02)This study aimed to assess the factors that influence the effective implementation of inclusive education, taking into consideration learners with disabilities and other special needs. The study objectives focused on the ... -
Inclusion of pupils with intellectual disabilities: primary school teachers' attitudes and willingness in a rural area in Uganda
(Taylor& Francis Online: International Journal of Inclusive Education, 2013)Every child is entitled to quality basic education (UNESCO 1994). Inclusive education is a process in which schools, communities and governments strive to reduce barriers to participation in learning for all citizens (Booth ... -
The influence of parental involvement on the learning of children with hearing impairment at hand in hand Uganda inclusive school Mukono
(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2018-12)The study examined the influence of parental involvement on the learning of children with hearing impairment at Hand in Hand Uganda inclusive School. It sought to explore how limited parental involvement affects the ... -
The influence of parenting styles and managerial elements on school readiness in kindergarten-aged children within a community
(Jurnal Obsesi: Jurnal Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini, 2023)Humanity's phase-to-phase development necessitates adept management, crucial for community growth. Employing a quantitative research approach, this study investigates how familial managerial elements impact children's ... -
Information and Communication Technology (ICT): it’s use in teaching students with low vision in secondary
(Kyambogo University, 2021-05)The advancement in technology has revolved the teaching process world over making ICT one of the essential pedagogical tools for enhancing teaching for ‘All’. There has been a gap between ICT as a subject and integrating ... -
Language policy implementation and the quality of instruction in lower primary classes in Uganda: a case of Kayunga sub county: Kayunga district
(Kyambogo University (unpublished work), 2018-09)Understanding the concept and understanding the language in which the concepts are delivered arc usually critical areas of concern in delivery of quality instructions. Quality learning can only be guaranteed if the ... -
Navigating the ethical maze in disability research: ethical contestations in an African context
(Taylor&Francis Online: Disability & Society ., 2015-02-17)Despite changes in how disability is viewed, ethical requirements for disability research have hardly changed. Some ethical clearance procedures, processes and practices still consider persons with disabilities as not able, ... -
Orientation and mobility skills of children with visual impairment in low-income families in central Uganda
(INKLUSI: Journal of Disability Studies, 2022-01-17)The study investigated the Orientation and Mobility (O&M) skills of children with visual impairment in low-income families in Central Uganda. Specifically, the study explored the existing situation of Orientation and ... -
Parental involvement in the education of children with hearing impairment in inclusive schools in Kayunga district
(Kyambogo University (unpublished work), 2018-12)The study investigated parental involvement in the education of children with hearing impairment in inclusive schools in Kayunga district. It sought to explore ways parents are involved in the education of children with ... -
Parents' role in providing sexuality education to deaf adolescents in Mafubira sub- county, jinja District Uganda
(Kyambogo Univiserty(unpublished), 2018-11)The research aimed at finding out whether parents provide sexuality education to their deaf adolescents. Focus was on the challenges they faced, the coping strategies they employed to overcome the challenges and to find ... -
Participation of adults with visual impairment in literacy skill development programmes a case study of Tabora municipality, Tanzania
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2019-11)This study investigated participation of adults with visual impairments in literacy skills development programmes. Provision of adult literacy skills in Tanzania concern itself primarily with the acquisition of writing, ... -
Performance in English by learners with communication disorders in Aber primary school, Oyam district
(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2018-12)This study was intended to investigate the Performance in English by Learners with Communication Disorders in Aber Primary School, Oyam District. An interview guide was used for data collection from 25 participants; case ... -
Power dynamics among PWDs during adult learning processes: motivator or demotivator?
(AJOL: Rwandan Journal of Education, 2016-01-12)People with disabilities (PWDs) need knowledge and skills to engage in livelihood activities and to lead meaningful lives. Unfortunately, they are not or are underserved by the formal and non-formal education system. ... -
Primary school teachers’ perceptions towards inclusive education for learners with disability in Lira municipality
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2019-10)This qualitative research study focuses on inclusion of learners with disabilities in the mainstream primary schools in Lira municipality with the objectives of; To identify primary school teachers‟ perceptions towards ... -
Provision of reasonable accommodation for teachers with visual impairment in government schools in Soroti municipality
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2019-11)This study focused on exploring provision of reasonable accommodation for teachers with visual impairment in government schools in Soroti Municipality. The study explored the working conditions of teachers, established the ... -
Provision of vocational skills to learners with down syndrome at a selected primary school in Kampala Capital City Authority
(Kyambogo University, 2021-05)This study was intended to explore the provision of Vocational Skills to learners with Down syndrome (LwDS) in Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) (in one of the Primary schools in Kampala). The study was guided by four ... -
Psychosocial support services for learners with social emotional difficulties in refugee settlements in Uganda: the case of Bidibidi settlement,Yumbe district
(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2021-05)The study examined the psychosocial support services provided to learners with social emotional difficulties in refugee camps in Uganda: The case of Bidibidi settlement, Yumbe district. The objectives of the study were to: ... -
The role of educational technology in teaching reading to learners with visual impairment in inclusive primary schools in Kumi municipality, Kumi district
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2019-11)Educational technology is considered to be playing a great role in the teaching of reading to learners with visual impairment in inclusive primary schools. This study investigates the role of educational technology in ... -
Support systems and education of children with special needs In selected early childhood education centres in Kampala city
(Kyambogo University, 2020-11)The study was undertaken to establish the effect of School Support System on Education of Children with Special Needs in Early Childhood Education (ECD) Centres. Focus was on two (2) schools: ECLAC–Early Childhood Learning ...