The study sought to establish the role of school administration in promoting effective Guidance and Counseling services in secondary schools in Bungoma West Sub-County. The specific objective of the study was to find out how the school administration promotes effective Guidance and Counseling services that addresses the needs of all students including special needs learners. The study was carried out in 8 secondary schools and the education office in Bungoma West Sub-County.
The research design used was descriptive survey design. Purposive sampling, stratified sampling and simple random sampling techniques were used to select the study sample. The target population included school principals, teacher counselors, Education officers and students. The sample size consisted of eight principals, eight teacher counselors, five education officers and three hundred and fourteen students. The study area was Bungoma West Sub-County. Questionnaires, interview schedules, and observation checklist were blended together to capture exhaustive data. Quantitative data collected was sorted, classified and analyzed using descriptive statistical techniques.
Qualitative data was recorded in verbatim, transcribed and organized into themes and sub-themes. The study revealed that the school administration has a direct influence in promotion of Guidance and Counseling services in schools through appointment of heads of department to co-ordinate counseling activities as well as the counseling committee, provision of basic counseling facilities, advocacy and publicity of the services, and monitoring and evaluation. However, it was also revealed that in many schools, the administration accords low priority to Guidance and Counseling services since many schools lacked basic facilities for Guidance and counseling like offices and reference materials, teachers in-charge of Guidance and Counseling are overloaded with their teaching subjects and emphasis is put on attainment of good mean grades.
It is recommended that there is urgent need for the school administration to prioritize counseling services of all categories of learners as they go hand in hand with holistic development of the learners. The Ministry of Education should put disciplinary measures against school administrators who do not implement viable and sustainable Guidance and Counseling services that cater for all learners in secondary schools.
Table of Contents
- ABSTRACT
- INTRODUCTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
- RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
- Gender distribution of teacher counselors basing on how they were appointed
- Time Tabling Guidance and Counseling Activities
- Provision of Counseling Offices
- Facilitation of teacher counselors for Seminars and Workshops
- Advocacy and Publicity
- Conclusion
- Recommendations
- REFERENCES
Objectives and Key Themes
This study aimed to determine the role of school administration in promoting effective guidance and counseling services in secondary schools within Bungoma West Sub-County, Kenya. The research investigated how administrative practices impact the provision of these services, particularly for students with special needs.
- The impact of school administration on the effectiveness of guidance and counseling services.
- The provision of resources and support for guidance and counseling programs.
- The role of school administrators in advocating for and promoting guidance and counseling.
- The challenges faced by school administrators in implementing effective guidance and counseling services.
- The needs of special needs learners within the context of guidance and counseling.
Chapter Summaries
INTRODUCTION: This chapter sets the stage by highlighting the importance of guidance and counseling in Kenyan secondary schools, especially following the ban on corporal punishment. It reviews past government policies and reports emphasizing the need for such services but also noting their persistent weaknesses. The chapter points out the lack of coordination and the significant influence of school principals in either facilitating or hindering the effectiveness of these services. It argues that the principal's role is crucial in creating a supportive environment for counselors to operate effectively. The chapter also discusses the diverse needs of students, particularly those with special needs, and the importance of adequately trained counselors. The lack of prioritization of counseling over academic achievement, as seen by some principals, is identified as a key challenge.
Keywords
Counseling, Guidance, Effectiveness, School Administration, Special Needs Learners
Frequently Asked Questions: Analysis of School Administration's Role in Guidance and Counseling
What is the main focus of this study?
This study investigates the role of school administration in promoting effective guidance and counseling services in Kenyan secondary schools, particularly focusing on how administrative practices impact the provision of these services, especially for students with special needs.
What are the key objectives of the research?
The research aims to determine how school administration impacts the effectiveness of guidance and counseling; the provision of resources and support for these programs; the role of administrators in advocating for and promoting guidance and counseling; the challenges faced by administrators in implementing effective services; and the specific needs of special needs learners within the context of guidance and counseling.
What key themes are explored in this research?
Key themes include the impact of school administration on guidance and counseling effectiveness, resource allocation for counseling programs, the role of administrators in advocating for counseling, challenges faced by administrators in implementing effective services, and the specific needs of students with special needs in accessing counseling services.
What topics are covered in the different chapters?
The study includes an introduction outlining the importance of guidance and counseling in Kenyan secondary schools, a methodology section, a results and discussion section detailing findings on gender distribution of counselors, timetabling of counseling activities, provision of counseling offices, facilitation of workshops, and advocacy efforts. The study concludes with a conclusion, recommendations, and references.
What are the main findings regarding the results and discussion section?
The results and discussion section analyzes the gender distribution of teacher counselors based on their appointment, timetabling of guidance and counseling activities, the provision of counseling offices, the facilitation of teacher counselors for seminars and workshops, and advocacy and publicity efforts related to guidance and counseling.
What are the key challenges identified in the study?
The study highlights the lack of coordination in guidance and counseling services, the significant influence of school principals in either facilitating or hindering effectiveness, and the lack of prioritization of counseling over academic achievement by some principals.
What is the significance of this research?
This research provides valuable insights into the crucial role of school administration in ensuring effective guidance and counseling services are provided to students, particularly those with special needs, in Kenyan secondary schools. It identifies areas for improvement and suggests recommendations for enhancing the quality and accessibility of these vital services.
What are the keywords associated with this research?
The keywords associated with this research are Counseling, Guidance, Effectiveness, School Administration, and Special Needs Learners.
- Quote paper
- Dinah Were (Author), Roselyne Wanyama (Author), 2017, The Role Of School Administration In Promoting Effective Guidance And Counseling Services In Secondary Schools, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/353213
