Practices and Challenges in Implementing Co-Curricular Activities in Addis Ababa Preparatory Schools

Regassa, Demes (2014) Practices and Challenges in Implementing Co-Curricular Activities in Addis Ababa Preparatory Schools. Masters thesis, Addis Ababa University.

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Abstract

The purpose of this study is to assess the practices and challenges in implementing co-curricular activities (CCAs) in Addis Ababa preparatory schools. To that end, descriptive survey method is employed, in which both qualitative and quantitative techniques were applied. In the study 3 sample groups encompassing, 355 students, 140 teachers and 11 principals participated. Questionnaire, interview and checklists were instruments used to collect data. After data were collected, analysis was made qualitatively and quantitatively. Hence, the results suggested that majority of participants had good awareness on the CCAs. Moreover the Analyses confirmed that grade level and sex significantly affected the participation of students in CCAs. Additionally; it was found that the CCAs were not properly organized in the schools. However, 21 types of Clubs and 10 non- club activities were found in the schools (of these only 8 clubs were commonly found in the schools). Regarding factors that negatively affect the practical implementation of CCAs, the major were: lack of budget and material, low motivation of teachers, absence of facilities, low interest of students, extra-work of students in home, absence of supportive material for teachers and work load of teachers. Hence the study concludes that the implementation of CCAs was not good. The study suggests: trainings for teachers and principals, use of incentives to motivate teachers, systematically organize CCAs to attract the interest of the students, using income generating scheme to reduce constraints of budget. Finally in order to create competitive atmosphere among implementers the establishment of effective continuous monitoring and evaluation mechanism need to be established.

Item Type:	Thesis (Masters)
Subjects:	L Education > L Education (General)
Divisions:	Africana
Depositing User:	Vincent Mpoza
Date Deposited:	21 Jun 2018 14:23
Last Modified:	21 Jun 2018 14:23
URI:	http://thesisbank.jhia.ac.ke/id/eprint/5527

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