Role of Monitoring and Evaluation Practices on Effective Teaching and Learning Among Public Secondary Schools in Tanzania: A case of Meru District.

Marco, Annah (2023) Role of Monitoring and Evaluation Practices on Effective Teaching and Learning Among Public Secondary Schools in Tanzania: A case of Meru District. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

The primary aim of this study was to investigate the impact of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) practices on the effectiveness of teaching and learning in public secondary schools in the Meru District. The research had three specific objectives: first, to assess how lesson preparation contributes to improving the teaching and learning process; second, to evaluate how monitoring of teacher and student attendance influences teaching and learning; and third, to examine the influence of evaluation processes in schools on the overall effectiveness of teaching and learning. The study employed a descriptive research design with a mixed approach. Data was collected from a total of 88 participants, including teachers, academic masters, school principals, the District Education Officer, and the District Education Quality Assurer, using a combination of random and purposive sampling techniques. Data collection methods included interviews, focus group discussions, and document reviews. The research findings revealed a significant discrepancy in the supervision of teaching and learning activities between low-performing and high-performing schools. High-performing schools consistently supervised both teachers' and students' academic work, leading to better academic outcomes. This highlights the crucial link between effective academic supervision and academic performance. To improve academic performance, it is essential to prioritize and enhance the supervision and monitoring of academic activities for both students and teachers, alongside promoting good school practices like student discipline. Establishing and implementing effective supervisory mechanisms for daily academic activities is crucial in this regard.

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