| dc.creator |
Ntauka, Danstan J. |
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| dc.date |
2019-08-29T11:16:33Z |
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| dc.date |
2019-08-29T11:16:33Z |
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| dc.date |
2016 |
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| dc.date.accessioned |
2022-10-20T14:15:30Z |
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| dc.date.available |
2022-10-20T14:15:30Z |
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| dc.identifier |
Ntauka, D.J. (2016). Perceived effects of initiation rites on primary school pupils’ academic achievements in Nachingwea, Lindi region. Dododma: The University of Dododma |
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| dc.identifier |
http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12661/1293 |
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| dc.identifier.uri |
http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12661/1293 |
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| dc.description |
Dissertation (MA Education) |
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| dc.description |
Initiation rite is considered an important aspect and widely practices for child’s
cultural development in Lindi Region. This has received attention on its effects to
pupils’ academic achievement. This study investigated the perceived effects of
initiation rites on primary school pupils’ academic achievement in Nachingwea
District, Lindi Region. The study deployed descriptive cross-sectional research
design where qualitative approach was used, guided by rite of passage theory. It
involved 34 informants, i.e. 10 teachers who were randomly selected; purposive
sampling was used to obtain 18 parents, 5 head teachers and 1 District Primary
Education Officer (DPEO). Data were collected through semi-structured
interviews and Focus Group Discussion (FGD). The data were analyzed
thematically and presented through descriptions supported by direct quotes
obtained from the respondents.
The findings showed that the community in Nachingwea perceives initiation rites
as a traditional school for training children on gender roles and community
values. However, the study found that initiation rites hamper children’s education
as they accelerate sexual events, early pregnancies, truancy, school dropout and
ignorance. It was suggested that initiation rites should be conducted during school
holidays; and educating parents on the importance of education.
Therefore, the searcher recommends that parents should be educated about the
importance of their children’s education. The school curriculum should also
integrate the skills favoured in initiation rites. |
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| dc.publisher |
The University of Dodoma |
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| dc.subject |
Initiation rite |
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| dc.subject |
Academic achievement |
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| dc.subject |
Perceived effects |
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| dc.subject |
Perceived outcomes |
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| dc.subject |
Primary school pupils |
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| dc.subject |
Lindi region |
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| dc.subject |
Cultural development |
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| dc.subject |
Nachingwea |
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| dc.title |
Perceived effects of initiation rites on primary school pupils’ academic achievements in Nachingwea, Lindi region |
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| dc.type |
Dissertation |
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