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ANALYSIS OF CROSS-METAPHORICAL COHERENCE IN G𝑰̃CHUKA SOCIAL DISCOURSE
(Chuka University, 2022-09) Miriti, Emise
ABSTRACT This study analyzed the different metaphors used in various G𝑖̃chuka speech events with particular focus on coherence in metaphors and the influence of social context on metaphor use. The aim of this study was to investigate how Gĩchuka social discourse is systematically structured by metaphor. Metaphor determines how people think, speak and how they create and understand their world. Metaphor overlap creates both metaphorical and disourse coherence which makes comprehension better. The objectives of this study were: to discuss the metaphors used to conceptualize various aspects of life in Gĩchuka social discourse; to analyze coherence in Gĩchuka social discourse and to establish how social context influences metaphor use in Gĩchuka social discourse. This study was guided by the Conceptual Metaphor Theory (CMT) by Lakoff and Johnson. It employed purposive sampling of eleven Gĩchuka speech events which included: a dowry negotiation ceremony, funeral arrangement and burial ceremony, a religious meeting, a table banking activity (chama), a funds drive, a work activity, a birthday occasion, a house warming accasion, a home coming occasion for an initiate, a community charity meeting and a thanks- giving occasion to parents. Different and unrelated speech events which cut across the main Gĩchuka social domains were selected with the aim of eliciting varied metaphors by which phenomena is conceptualized in Gĩchuka social discourse. Pile Sort Tasks were used to group the data for analysis, and the various metaphors were identified using the Metaphor Identification Procedure Vrije Universiteit (MIPVU). This study found Gĩchuka social discourse to be highly motivated by metaphor. Ontological metaphors were the most predominantly used metaphors in Gĩchuka social discourse. The JOURNEY metaphor was found to be used simultaneously with most metaphors to create coherence within the discourse and among metaphors. The study establishes that the social context plays a significant role in metaphor use in Gĩchuka social discourse. This study deepens the understanding of the nature of metaphors that motivate Gĩchuka social discourse. The metaphors highlighted in this study will be useful for cross-culture studies. This study contributes to knowledge in cognitive linguistics by conventionalizing and invigorating the use of metaphors in Gĩchuka social discourse, which increases vitality in African languages.
BLIS 402: MARKETING LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES
(Chuka University, 2024-12-19) Chuka University
BMET 230: MEDICAL AND VETERINARY ENTOMOLOGY
(Chuka University, 2023-12-19) Chuka University
BOTA 131: GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY
(Chuka University, 2023-12-19) Chuka University
CDEV 436: FAMILY LAWS AND POLICIES
(Chuka University, 2024-12-19) Chuka University
CDEV 0100: FUNDAMENTALS OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
(Chuka University, 2024-12-16)
CDEV 212: COMMUNITY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
(Chuka University, 2024-12-16) Chuka University
CHILD LABOUR AND ITS EFFECTS IN PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN DADAAB SUB COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2020-12) Ali, Issa Mohamed
Child labour has remained a global challenge. It is estimated that about 218 million children in the world aged between 5-7 years currently work under conditions that are considered illegal, hazardous, or extremely exploitative. The persistence of child labour posed threat to children’s education, especially in primary schools in both arid and semi-arid areas. The purpose of the study was to examine the effect of child labour in public primary schools in Dadaab Sub-County, Kenya. The objectives of the study were to; determine the prevalence, establish factors that increase child labour and its effects on schooling in Dadaab Sub-County. Descriptive survey design was used. The study population 31 198 people; household heads, teachers, community leaders, pupils and officers in relevant Government offices. A sample size of 384 people was used. The study used cluster, random, purposive and snowball sampling methods. Data was collected using questionnaires, interviews, observations and Focus group discussion instruments and methods. Data from the field was analyzed using both quantitative and qualitative methods. The quantitative data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The qualitative data was summarized and analyzed using themes and narratives. Results were presented using tables, charts and graphs. The results showed that majority (58.6%) of the children were involved in child labour in the study area. About 61.3% of the child labourers were males. The distribution of child labourers in the three divisions of Dadaab Sub County was; 58% in Dadaab Sub County, 22% in Dertu division and 20% in Liboi division. The most prevalent child labour activities identified were; House helps activities (32%), Errand running (24%), Selling Sweets (17%) and Herding (10%). Majority (74%) of the child labourers were aged 12-17 years. Child labour in the study area was caused by; household characteristics (household size, proximity to business centers, household head status, literacy, income and religion), school characteristics (inadequate staff, extra school levies, insecurity in school environment and poor relations between schools and communities) and pupil characteristics (peer pressure, health challenges, lack of parents, domestic work, attraction to waged labour, family errands and care for siblings). There was a progressive drop (21%) in enrolment of pupils in the primary schools in the study area between the years 2013-2017. About 67% of the respondents pointed out that child labour negatively affected academic performance in primary schools. It was concluded that there is high prevalence of child labour in Dadaab Sub County. Household characteristics, school characteristics and pupil characteristics contributed in causing child labour in the study area. Child labour had a negative impact to schooling by causing reduction in primary school pupil enrolment as well as negatively affecting their academic performance. The results will guide policy makers and future researchers on the subject of Dadaab Sub County.
CONTRIBUTION OF DEVOLVED AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION SERVICES TO HOUSEHOLD FOOD SECURITY IN MAKUENI COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2023-10) MALONZA KALVIN MUSYOKI
Devolution of agriculture and extension services in Kenya aimed at promoting food security at household levels. Despite the devolution of these services for more than five years, food insecurity has persisted in some counties. Makueni County had been described as food insecure with food insecurity prevalence above 75% among farmer’s households. Information on the contribution of devolved agricultural extension services on household food security was scanty; hence prompted the need to assess the contribution of devolved agricultural extension services on household’s food security in the study area. The study objectives were to; evaluate the impact of devolved farmers training, investigate the effect of devolved subsidized farm inputs, and to investigate the impact of devolved agricultural advisory extension services on households’ food security in Makueni County, Kenya. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The study population was 150,697 households. The target population was household heads and ward agricultural extension administrators. A sample size of 388 respondents was selected based on Krejcie and Morgan sampling table. The study adopted simple random and purposive sampling methods. The research instruments were Key Informant Interviews (KII) and questionnaires that were tested for reliability from pilot study at resultant correlation coefficient of alpha = 0.7. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics (percentages and mean) and inferential statistics (correlation, regression models and chi-square), while qualitative data were analyzed using content analysis. The study hypotheses were tested at a significant level of (P 0.05). The results of the study showed a positive association between farmers training and household food security (R=.252; P.05). 58% of respondents had ability to access agricultural training. Though, only 54% had been trained. Results of the study also showed a positive association between subsidized farm input and household food security (R=.258; P .05). 79% of respondents agreed that subsidized farm inputs increased food security. However, out of the 72 % that were knowledgeable about different subsidized farm inputs, only 62% had accessed them. There was a positive association between extension advisory services and household food security (R=371; P.05).79% of respondents agreed extension advisory services were offered to farmers although only 58% had accessed the advisory service even though 72% felt advisory services increased food security. Generally, results showed agricultural advisory services had highest (M=4.41, SD=.33) contribution to household food security, followed by subsidized farm inputs (M=4.21, SD=.38) and agricultural training (M=3.78, SD=.41). It was therefore, concluded that devolved agricultural extension services had a positive contribution to household food security. The study outcome informs policy makers in devolved agriculture sector, as well as guiding County governments on their efforts towards household’s food security. Therefore, the study recommended involvement of all stakeholders in the development and implementation of training program, combine research and development in implementation of subsidy program and development of local agriculture trainers who can reach out effectively to the entire community. Further studies were suggested on the role of households in adoption of devolved agricultural extension services
CONTRIBUTION OF TABLE BANKING TO HOUSEHOLDS WELL-BEING IN KABONDO KASIPUL SUB-COUNTY, HOMABAY COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2022-09) George, Okoth
ABSTRACT Table banking is one of the micro-finance initiatives aimed at poverty alleviation. The popularity of table banking has been growing among development agencies and governments as one of the means for poverty alleviation. Table banking has emerged as a viable alternative financier of unbanked individuals from low income households across Kenya. Table banking is envisaged to have positive effect on livelihood improvement. However, there is little information on its contribution to household well-being. The main purpose of this study was to assess the contribution of table banking to households’ well-being in Kenya with focus on Kabondo Kasipul Sub County, Homabay County. The specific objectives of the study were: To determine the relationship between credit accessibility and household well-being in Kabondo Kasipul Sub County; to establish the influence of savings in table banking on household well-being and to determine the influence of training in table banking on household well-being. A descriptive research design was adopted in which both qualitative and quantitative data were collected from household members belonging to table banking groups. The target population of this study was 795 members of table banking groups, four chiefs from the four wards and a Sub County director. A sample of 260 respondents was selected from the members of the groups involved in table banking. The sample size was arrived at using Kathuri and Pals (1973) sample size determination table which recommends that for a population of 795, a sample size of 260 is recommended. Cluster, proportionate and simple random sampling was used to select the respondents from table banking groups within the four wards of Kabondo Kasipul Sub-County. Purposive sampling was employed on four chiefs and a sub county director since they were considered to have vast experience in the management of table banking programs. Questionnaires and interview schedules were used as tools of data collection. Validity and reliability of the instruments were determined through a pilot study in Kasipul Kabondo Sub County. For clarity, Kasipul Kabondo and Kabondo Kasipul are different sub-counties but with almost similar names. Cronbach-Alpha coefficient was used to test the reliability of the instrument. The reliability coefficient was found to be 0.7 which is acceptable. Analysis of data was done using the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 21.0. Diagnostic tests were done before developing the multiple linear regression model. These tests are: normality test; multicollinearity test; and test for heteroscedasticity. The multiple linear regression model was established in order to determine how the three independent variables influenced the well-being of households participating in table banking. The study found that individually, all the three independent variables have a positive and statistically significant relationship with the well-being of households involved in table banking. The study recommends that table banking should be integrated as an integral component of poverty alleviation policies. Since table banking contributes to households’ well-being, recommendation is also given that most members of the community should be encouraged to join table banking groups.
CRSS 0104: DRUGS, CRIME AND SOCIETY
(Chuka University, 2024-12-16) Chuka University
CRSS 330: CRIME PREVENTION AND CONTROL
(Chuka University, 2024-12-15) Chuka University
Determinants of youth radicalization and security in Mandera Triangle, Kenya
(Chuka University, 2020-12) Tialal, Michael Nkodi
Radicalization has become a matter of critical concern to the global community given that it has increased and bred terrorist groups whose activities transcend borders. Youth radicalization in Mandera triangle has led to insecurity resulting in loss of lives, destruction of property and non-local workers seeking for transfer to other parts of the country. Studies conducted have not exhaustively shown some factors that govern youth radicalization in Kenya. The study investigated the determinants of youth radicalization in Mandera triangle. The objectives of the study were to; examine the characteristics of radicalized youth, establish factors that influence youth radicalization and explore intervention strategies for preventing youth radicalization in Mandera Triangle. Data was obtained from all the six sub-counties, Mandera South, Mandera East, Mandera North, Banisa Mandera West and Lafey. Descriptive survey design was used in the study. The study population was 2500 youth. A sample size of 115 people was obtained. The study used proportionate, purposive and snowball sampling methods. The instruments of the study were; questionnaire, interviews, Key informant interviews and Focus group discussions. Data was analyzed using both quantitative and qualitative statistics. Descriptive and inferential statistics (Multiple regression) was used to analysis data. Statistical package for social sciences (SPSS Version 22) was used in the analysis of data. Narratives were also used to derive implications to the study. Results of the study indicated that; that social cultural factors such as social media (β= .706, p˂0.05), culture (β= .400, p˂0.05), marginalization (β= .640, p˂0.05) had positive significant effect on security in Mandera triangle. Most of the radicalized youth are male aged 21-25 years and the education level had negative significant effect on youth radicalization (β=-107, p˂0.05). Some of the important intervention strategies of reducing youth radicalization were; enhancement of National and local government for service delivery and security along the borders, engaging youth in building social cohesion, provision of incentives and youth funds for setting up business, promotion of rule of law and human rights based approach in Mandera triangle. These findings could inform future researchers as well as policy makers in areas related to youth radicalization and security.
DJMC 0114: INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONIC MEDIA
(chuka university, 2024-04-09) chuka university
DJMC 0121: SCRIPT WRITING
(chuka university, 2024-04-09) chuka university
ECDE 0242: EDUCATIONAL MEASUREMENT AND EVALUATION
(CHUKA UNIVERSITY, 2023-04-13) CHUKA UNIVERSITY
ECON 100/BPLM 101: INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS
(Chuka University, 2024-12-20) Chuka University
ECON 415: ECONOMICS OF INDUSTRY
(Chuka University, 2024-12-15) Chuka University
EDCI 338: BUSINESS STUDIES SUBJECT METHODS
(CHUKA UNIVERSITY, 2023-04-13) CHUKA UNIVERSITY
EDFO 423: CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN EDUCATION
(CHUKA UNIVERSITY, 2023-04-12) CHUKA UNIVERSITY

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