Assessing the Contribution of Fee Free Education to Students’ Academic Performance in Kinondoni District.

Herry, Haika B. (2020) Assessing the Contribution of Fee Free Education to Students’ Academic Performance in Kinondoni District. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

The study assessed the contribution of fee free education to students’ performance in Kinondoni District, Tanzania. The focused objectives were to explore school aspects that have been covered by Free Education Policy; examine the contribution of Free Education Policy on enhancing Students academic performance and to examine challenges facing schools towards the implementation of Free Education Policy in Kinondoni district. Mixed research approach and case study design were employed to 112 respondents. The data were collected through interview, observation and questionnaires. The findings revealed that aspects that have been covered by the government include: tuition fees, textbook charges, uniform fees, community contribution as well as other schools-based activities. It was indicated that, fee free education policy contributes to better teaching and learning strategies, enhancing students’ academic performances, adds creativity, knowledge and confidence to teachers and students, encourage students in their learning. It was further found that, there were several challenges in the implementation of fee free education policy and the noted challenges includes: quality of education, overcrowded in the classes, inadequate teaching and learning material, equity and equality, low motivation among teachers as well as community and parent’s participation. The study concluded that for the successful implementation of fee free education the government should revise its Education policy to assure availability of required teaching and learning infrastructures.

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