Contribution of Itinerant Teachers in the provision of Primary School Education for Pupils with Visual Impairment in Ubungo Municipality Tanzania.

Nguruwe, Ritha G. (2023) Contribution of Itinerant Teachers in the provision of Primary School Education for Pupils with Visual Impairment in Ubungo Municipality Tanzania. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

The study examined the contribution of Itinerant Teachers in providing education for children with visual impairment in Primary Schools. The Main objective was to assess itinerant teachers' contribution in providing primary school education. Data were collected using an observation checklist, documentary review, closed-ended questionnaires and unstructured interview guide. The study targeted 49 Itinerant Teachers, nine head teachers, five ward educational officers and 20 parents to make up 83 respondents. The Researcher used the descriptive statistics analysis technique to analyse quantitative data from questionnaires and observation, while qualitative data from interviews interviews analyzed through the thematic analysis technique. The findings show that 69.4% of teachers agreed that support is provided, while 30.6% of Itinerant Teachers disagreed. This implies that there are different perceptions among Itinerant Teachers, the findings indicated that 100% strongly agreed they are satisfied and enjoy teaching pupils with visual impairment. Challenges are faced including limited number of classrooms, limited number of toilets, limited number of teaching and learning resources, lack of teacher training and financial support. Findings from teachers, head teachers and parents' opinions, 88% of teachers suggested the establishment of a fully equipped library that contains brailed textbooks for pupils and teachers. The study recommended that University training programs for teachers of students who are visually impaired should provide more hands-on experiences and specific courses that address itinerant teaching and skills in collaboration and consultation. Additionally, the government should seriously invest in special schools, and Community should be educated and motivated to participate on education issues. Keywords: Itinerant Teachers, Pupils with Visual Impairment, Special Education.

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