Maseno University Repository: Recent submissions
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Extent of adaptation of teaching and learning strategies in inclusive public centers in Kisumu county,Kenya
(European Journal of Education Studies, 2020)Inclusive teaching and learning strategies strive to meet the needs of all learners, regardless of difficult or need and support their engagement with the subject material. One of the important principles of inclusive ... -
Quality CBC education in Kenya by 2030: projecting enrolment in primary and secondary schools in Siaya county
(European Journal of Education Studies, 2020)There has been a near complete transition from primary to secondary level of education in Kenya especially given the Free Primary Education and subsidized secondary education. The Free Primary Education, Free Day Secondary ... -
Acceptability, adherence, and clinical outcomes, of amoxicillin dispersible tablets versus oral suspension in treatment of children aged 2–59 Months with pneumonia, Kenya: A cluster randomized controlled trial
(Heliyon, 2020)Amoxicillin dispersible tablet (DT) is now recommended by the WHO as a first-line drug for the treatment of pneumonia in children below 5 years. The study aim was to compare acceptability, adherence and clinical outcome ... -
Digestibility and metabolizable energy intake equations of tropical ruminant forages using nutrient concentration of cattle faeces. Mazingira Center, International Livestock Research Institute, Nairobi, Kenya, September
(ILRI, 2020)smallholders use feeds of unknown or highly variable nutritive value undermining proper nutrition determination of feed intake and accurate nutritive value in grazing animals is resource-intensive faecal collection ... -
The paediatrician workforce and its role in addressing neonatal, child and adolescent healthcare in Kenya
(BMJ, 2020)To examine the availability of paediatricians in Kenya and plans for their development. -
Approximations of Ruin Probabilities Under Financial Constraints
(HIKARI Ltd, 2021)In this paper, we investigate the approximate ruin probabilities un der financial constraints (interest rate, inflation, and taxation). We formulate a risk process whose premium inflow is influenced by the economic effects ... -
ComparativeStudiesofPhytochemicalandAntimicrobial ActivityocCarica papaya L. Extractsagainst Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus andCandida albicans
(Archives of Ecotoxicology, 2020)Carica papayaextracts are known for their traditional medicinal uses. The ability of its parts to control the growth of common pathogens in the laboratory has been tested in different parts of the world ... -
Cytopenia among CML Patients on Imatinib in Kenya: Types, Grades, and Time Course
(Hindawi, 2020)Imatinib mesylate is the gold standard for the treatment of all phases of Philadelphia-positive chronic myeloid leukemia. Patients on imatinib treatment may develop cytopenia due to drug toxicity. *is study aimed to ... -
Increased investment in gametocytes in asymptomatic Plasmodium falciparum infections in the wet season
(BMC, 2021)Background: Transmission stemming from asymptomatic infections is increasingly being recognized as a threat to malaria elimination. In many regions, malaria transmission is seasonal. It is not well understood whether ... -
Evaluation of human-baited double net trap and human-odour-baited CDC light trap for outdoor host-seeking malaria vector surveillance in Kenya and Ethiopia
(BMC, 2020)Surveillance of outdoor host-seeking malaria vectors is crucial to monitor changes in vector biting behaviour and evaluate the impact of vector control interventions. Human landing catch (HLC) has been considered the most ... -
Common Dressing Styles and Attributes Associated with Students’ Dressing Styles in Kenyan Public Universities
(East African Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 2021)The study sought to examine students’ dressing styles and common attributes assigned to them. A descriptive survey design was used in this study. The study areas were the University of Nairobi, Egerton University, Moi ... -
The role of complement immune response on artemisinin-based combination therapy in a population from malaria endemic region of Western Kenya
(Springer, 2020)Naturally acquired immunity (NAI), which is characterized by protection against overt clinical disease and high parasitaemia, is acquired with age and transmission intensity. The role of NAI on the efcacy of anti-malarial ... -
Effects of Varying Storage Conditions on the Longevity of Seeds of Ekebergia Capensis
(African Journal of Education Science and Technology (AJEST), 2021)Ekebergia capensis is an indigenous tree valued for its medicinal uses. However, it is facing extinction due to excessive utilization without counter efforts to restore them, and its slow regeneration rate in nature. ... -
Differences In Self-Concept Among Low Vision Learners And Those Who Are Totally Blind In Primary Schools, Kenya
(International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies (IJIRAS), 2020)Self-concept is one of the most popular ideas in psychological literature. Unfortunately self-concept is also illusive and often poorly defined construct. Terms such as self-concept, self-esteem, self-worth, self-acceptance ... -
Attachment goes to court: child protection and custody issues
(Informa UK Limited, 2021)Attachment theory and research are drawn upon in many applied settings, including family courts, but misunderstandings are widespread and sometimes result in misapplications. The aim of this consensus statement is, therefore, ... -
Influence of Economic Activities of the Host Community and Community-Based Ecotourism Forest Management Models on the Conservation of Masaai Mau Forest, Kenya
(Research Gate, 2020)There has been a decline in forest cover of about 5,000 hectares per annum in Kenya leading to an annual reduction in water availability of approximately 62 million m3, translating to an economic loss to the economy of ... -
Effectiveness teacher-centered method of teaching christian religious education in instilling respect among students in public secondary schools in Rachuonyo North sub-county, Kenya
(IPRJP, 2021)Purpose: This study evaluated the effectiveness of teacher-centered method of teaching Christian Religious Education in instilling respect among students in public secondary schools in Rachuonyo North Sub-County, Kenya. ... -
May Measurement Month 2018: an analysis of blood pressure screening from Kenya
(ESC, 2020)Hypertension (HTN) is highly prevalent and the leading cardiovascular risk factor for death globally. A large proportion of individuals with high blood pressure (BP) are unaware leading to under treatment and poor control. ... -
Impact of Population Services International (PSI) Insecticide-treated Net (ITNs) Distribution on Malaria Prevalence in Pregnancy: A Case of Kimilili-Bungoma Sub-County, Kenya
(South Asian Journal of Parasitology, 2020)Insecticide-treated net (ITN) use is one of the most promising tools which have been shown to reduce the number of mosquito bites. Pregnant women and children less than five years have been specifically designated as ...