TRAINING AND PERFORMANCE OF TEACHERS IN SELECTED PRIVATE SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN WAKISO DISTRICT, UGANDA

Authors: Jimmy Kawooya, Buwule H M PhD & Fred Higenyi Wahitu PhD

ABSTRACT

This paper examined the effect of training on the performance of teachers in private secondary schools in Wakiso district, Uganda. The study adopted a descriptive, correlational, Cross-sectional survey design with quantitative approach utilized to collect and analyze data. Data was collected using semi-structured questionnaires from a sample of policy makers, Head teachers, and teachers from private secondary schools in Wakiso, Uganda. Data analysis was conducted employing descriptive, Pearson correlation, and structural equation model analysis.  The results revealed an adjusted R square of .163, implying that 16.3% of the changes in teacher performance were explained by the training. Training is positively and significantly correlated with teacher performance in these schools. Teachers provided with training will increase their performance. These findings have Managerial implications for various stakeholders, including Headteachers, policy makers, government organs, and school administrators, highlighting the need for training of teachers in secondary schools. The study recommended organizing regular training, workshops, in-service training, seminars, and integration of e-learning programs to keep teachers fresh and increase their performance so that they continue to thrive in this competitive education system.

Keywords: Training, Teacher Performance, Private Secondary Schools, Secondary Teachers

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