INTRODUCTION
Education is a core subject of the Diploma Teacher Education course. It is
therefore designed to enable the learner to be firmly grounded' in the principles of
the teaching profession and managing the learning process. It exposes the
learner to a wide range of educational practices that enhance competence and
equip the individual with pedagogical skills necessary for
an effective teacher.
The subject comprises the following broad topics: Foundations of Education,
Curriculum Development, Educational Psychology, Research Methods in
Education, Educational Communication and Technology, Educational
Administration and Financial Management, Educational Measurement and
Evaluation, General Teaching Methods and Micro-teaching. This will be covered
in a period of 3 years, divided into 1st, 2nd and 3rd year work. Although these
topics are distinct in nature, the learner should be made to appreciate their interrelatedness and complimentary role. The aspect of learners with special needs
has been incorporated in view of enhancing the current trend of inclusive
education.
Contemporary and emerging issues such as HIV and AIDS, e-learning, drug and
substance abuse, child's rights, integrity and others have been infused and
integrated in relevant topics. This will enable the learner to be responsive to
critical issues affecting the society. Time has been allocated to each topic. The
suggested teaching and learning experiences, resources and assessment
methods have been included as appendices.
GENERAL OBJECTIVES
By the end of the course the learner should be able to:
1) Demonstrate knowledge, skills and positive attitudes in the nature and practice
of the teaching profession
2) Communicate effectively and uphold professionalism and commitment to
teaching duties
3) Demonstrate innovation in the field of Education and Provide . opportunities
fbr children with special and diverse learning needs
4) Employ a rational approach to problem solving through inquiry and research
5) Guide the learner to develop spiritually morally, emotionally, mentally, socially
and physically
6) Help the learner develop a positive attitude to citizenship, patriotism and
nationalism
7) Demonstrate appreciation of and promote environmental care and good health
8) Identify and provide support for children with psycho-social difficulties
9) Apply basic principles of Administration and Management in Education
10) Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of trends and factors thai have
influenced education in Kenya
11) Demonstrate theoretical and practical knowledge about sociological issues
that affect education
12) Conduct educational assessment and evaluation effectively and handle
different learning situations within and outside the classroom.
YEAR ONE
1.0 FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
1.0.0 History of Education (20 Hours)
1.1.1 Specific Objectives
By the end of the topic the learner should be able to:
a) define the term Education and explain the importance of History of Education
b) explain the role played by the African traditional system of education in Kenya
c) discuss the role of missionaries in the development of education in Kenya
d) explain the involvement of colonial government in education in Kenya
c) outline the historical development of education in Kenya since independence
f) discuss contemporary issues in education.
1.1.2.0 Content
1.2.1.1 Introduction to History of Education
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definition of Education
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meaning of History of Education
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importance of History of Education to teachers
1.1.2.2 Traditional system of Education in Kenya
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aims of African traditional education
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content of African traditional education
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methods used in African traditional system of education
1.1.2.3 Foundation of formal Edufcation in Kenya
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the role of missionaries in education
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Africans' response to early missionary education
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colonial government involvement in education
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Education commissions and reports before independence
1.1.2.4 Education trends in Kenya since Independence
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status of education at independence
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KANU Manifesto of 1963
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Sessional Paper No. 10 of 1965
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Education Commissions and reports and their impact on education
development of teacher education in Kenya
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Sessional Paper No. I of 2005
1.1.2.5 Contemporary issues in education.
1.2.0 Philosophy of Education (20 Hours)
1.2.1.0 Specific Objectives
By the end of the topic the learner should be able to;
a) discuss Philosophy and types of Philosophy
b) define the term Philosophy of [education and explain its importance
c) explain the philosophical dimensions of education
d) discuss the contributions of philosophers in education.
1.2.2.0 Content
1.2.2.1 Introduction to Philosophy of Education
 definition of Philosophy
 types of Philosophy
 definition of Philosophy of Education
 importance of Philosophy of Education to a teacher
1.2.2.2 Dimensions of Education
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Cognitive
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Normative
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Creative
Diatogical
1.2.2.3 Philosophers in Education
 Western philosophers
 Eastern philosophers
African philosophers
1.3.0 Comparative Education (20 Hours)
1.3.1.0 Specific Objectives
By the end of the topic the learner should be able to;
a) define Comparative Education
b) outline the history of Comparative Education
c) explain the importance of studying Comparative Education
d) discuss the methods used in the study of Comparative Education
e) discuss the determinants of national character
f) compare and contrast different systems of education in Africa and the rest of
the world
g) discuss global trends in education.
1.3.2.0 Content
1.3.2.1 Introduction to the study of Comparative Education
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Definition of Comparative Education
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History of Comparative Education
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Importance of studying Comparative Education
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Methods used in the study of Comparative Education
1.3.2.2 Factors that determine national character
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Educational
Geographical
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Economical
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Language
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Religious
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Political
Historical.
1.3.2.3 A Comparative study of specific Education systems
a) Africa (Study Group A and any other group from the following)
Group A: Kenya, Tanzania, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Uganda
Group B: Senegal, Togo, Rwanda, Guinea, Democratic Republic of Congo
Group C: Mozambique, Angola, Guinea Bissau
Group D: Morocco, Egypt, Sudan
Group E: South Africa, Ethiopia, Liberia
b) Rest of the world
(At least two countries from the following) Britain, France, U.S.A.,India, Germany,
Malaysia, Japan, Sweden, Norway, China, Denmark,Canada, Australia
Note: The comparative study should be based on the following aspects:
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organization of Education
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educational administration
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financing of education
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curriculum development
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teacher education
educational opportunities
educational policies
1.3.2.4 Global trends in Education
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e-leaming
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Distance and Open learning
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Student exchange programmes
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Environmental Education
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Inclusive education
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Free Primary Education (FPE) and Universal Primary Education (UPE)
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Education For All (EFA)
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Alternative Teaching approaches (multi-grade, multi-shift, mobile schools
and others)
1.3.2.5 The role of International and local agencies in the provision of education:
UNESCO, UNICEF. NEPAD and others.
1.4.0 Sociology of Education (20 Hours)
1.4.1.0 Specific Objectives
By the end of the topic the learner should be able to;
a) define the terms Sociology, Sociology of Education and other related terms
b) outline the sociological perspective of education
c) explain the concept of socialization
d) explain the role of the family as a social institution
e) discuss the role of the school and the community in education
f) discuss the role of education in social stratification
g) explain the sociological theories
h) discuss current issues in education.
1.4.2.0 Content
1.4.2.1 Introduction to Sociology of Education
Definition of Sociology, Sociology of Education, group, society, community,
culture, norms, values, beliefs, social change, social structure, social system,
socialization, and others
1.4.2.2 Sociological perspective of education
1.4.2.3 The concept of socialization
 Aims of socialization
 Socialization in different cultures
 Agents of socialization
 Social factors and their implication on educational achievement
1.4.2.4 The family as a social institution
 Types of families and marriages
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The traditional family structure
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Functions of the family
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Changes in the family
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Involvement of the family in education
1.4.2.5 The school and the community
 The school as an organization
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Leadership styles in schools
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Group membership in school
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Sociology of the classroom
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Methods of social control
Parent - teacher interaction
Sociology of the classroom, school and the community
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Provision of Equal Educational Opportunities
1.4.2.6 Education and social stratification
 Definition of the terms: social stratification and social mobility
 Determinants of social stratification and mobility
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Types of social mobility
Impact of social stratification and mobility
1.4.2.7 Sociological theories and their relationship to education
1.4.2.8 Emerging issues in education
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Drug abuse
School drop outs
Deviant behavior
School unrests
Conflicts in school
HIV and AIDS
Disaster preparedness,
Gender issues, and others.
2.0 Curriculum Development (20 Hours)
2.1 Specific Objectives
By the end of the topic the learner should be able to;
a) explain the meaning of the term Curriculum
b) identify the components of Curriculum
c) identify determinants of educational objectives
d) discuss the relationship between national goals of education and curriculum
objectives
e) discuss the philosophical foundations basis of curriculum development
f) explain determinants of curriculum and patterns of curriculum organisation
g) discuss the curriculum development process
h) explain the role of KII^ and other agencies in curriculum development
i) explain curriculum innovation and implementation strategies
j) discuss curriculum changes since independence
2.2 Content
2.2.1 Introduction to Curriculum Development
Definition of the term Curriculum
Components of Curriculum
Determinants of educational objectives
The relationship between National goals of education and curriculum objectives
School curriculum, facilities and staffing
2.2.2 Determinants of curriculum
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Sources of curriculum information
2.23 Curriculum models
2.2.4 Philosophical foundations of curriculum development
2.2.5 Patterns of curriculum organization
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Subject content based
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Integrated/broad fields
2.2.6 The curriculum development process
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The steps in curriculum development
Role of KIE and other agencies in curriculum development, implementation and
evaluation
2.2.7 Curriculum innovation and implementation strategics
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Factors that necessitate curriculum change
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Re-evaluation of the objectives, content and learning experiences
2.2.8 Strategies of curriculum innovation and implementation
2.2.9 Curriculum changes since independence
3.0 Educational Psychology
3.1.0 Psychology of Human Growth and Development (28 Hours)
3.1.1 Specific Objectives
By the end of the topic the learner should be able to:
a) define the terms Psychology, Educational Psychology and Developmental
Psychology
b) explain the importance of Educational Psychology to a teacher
c) describe the process, aspects and factors that influence human growth and
development
d) explain theories of cognitive development and their implication to learning
e) outline the changes and challenges of adolescence and explain ways of
helping adolescents cope
f) explain the theories of personality development and their implication to
learning
g) identify categories and characteristics of learners with special needs
h) explain causes of special needs and disabilities and identify appropriate
interventions and referrals
3.1.2 Content
3.1.2.1 Introduction to Educational Psychology
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Definition of Psychology, Educational Psychology, and Developmental
Psychology
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The importance of Educational Psychology to a teacher
3.1.2.2 Human growth and development
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Definition of human growth, development and maturation
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Principles of human growth and development
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Aspects of growth and development (physical, emotional, social and
moral)
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Factors that influence human growth and development.
3.1.2.3 Cognitive development
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Theories of cognitive development by J. Piaget, 1 Bruner and others
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Implications of theories of cognitive development to learning
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Concept of intelligence and creativity
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Concept of language acquisition
3.1.2.4 Adolescence
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Meaning of adolescence
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Changes during adolescence
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Adolescent needs, problems and challenges
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Helping the adolescent cope with the changes
3.1.2.5 Personality development
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Definition of personality
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Theories of personality development by S.Freud, E. Erickson and others
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Implication of the theories to education
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Factors that influence personality development
3.1.2.6
Learner: with special needs
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Categories of learners with special needs
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Characteristics of learners with special needs
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Causes of special needs and disabilities
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Intervention measures and referrals
3.2.0 Psychology of Learning (24 Hours)
3.2.1 Specific Objectives
By the end of the topic, the learner should be able to;
a) define Learning
b) explain types of learning
c) discuss the factors that influence learning
d) explain the theories of learning and suggest ways of applying them to
teaching and learning situations
e) describe the process of memory and explain ways of enhancing recall
among learners
f) explain the term Concept Learning and discuss ways of enhancing it
g) explain the terms Problem Solving and Creativity and identify ways of
enhancing them among learners
h) identify and define types of motivation
i) discuss the theories of motivation and their application to learning.
3.2.2 Content
3.2.2.1 Introduction to Psychology of Learning
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Definition of Learning
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Types of learning
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Factors that influence learning
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Behaviourist theories
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Cognitive theories
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Application of each of the theories to teaching and learning situations.
3.2.2.2 The process of memory
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Short and long term memory
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Transfer of learning
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Causes of forgetting in learning
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Enhancing recall.
3.2.23 Concept Learning
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Meaning of Concept Learning
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Enhancing Concept Formation.
3.2.2.4
Problem solving and creativity
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The process of problem solving
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Problem solving approaches
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Conditions that promote or hinder problem solving
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Factors that influence creativity
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Enhancing creativity among learners.
3.2.2.5
Motivation
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Definition of Motivation
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Types of motivation
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Theories of motivation and their application to learning (Need-gratification
by Maslow, Achievement motivation by McClelland, Goal setting, and
others)
33.0 Health Education (12 Hours)
33.1 Specific Objectives
By the end of the topic the learner should be able to;
a) define mental health, frustration, adjustment, maladjustment, defense
mechanism, barriers and conflicts
b) describe the types of barriers and conflicts and their implication to learning
c) explain the process of adjustment and its implication to learning
d) identify types of maladjustment and explain their causes
e) discuss measures of promoting mental health in teachers and learners.
3.3.2 Content
33.2.1 Introduction to Mental Health
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Definition of Mental health
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Meaning of frustration, adjustment, maladjustment, defense mechanisms
33.2.2 Barriers and conflicts
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Types of barriers and conflicts
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Implication of barriers and conflicts to learning
33.23 Process of adjustment
Causes of frustrations
Types of defense mechanisms
Implication of defense mechanisms to learning
3.3.2.4 Maladjustment
Types and causes of maladjustment
a) Neurosis
b) Psychosis
c) Psychosomatic disorders
d) Conduct disorders
Intervention/management of maladjustment
3.3.2 5 Promoting Mental Health in learners and teachers
4.0 Research Methods in Education (20 Hours)
4.1 Specific Objectives
By the end of the topic the learner should be able to;
a) define research and educational research
b) identify and explain types of research
c) discuss the importance of research in education
d) discuss ethical issues in educational research
e) outline the steps in research process
f) explain the components of a research proposal
g) explain the methods of data collection and analysis
h) Write a research report.
4.2 Content
4.2.1 Introduction to Educational Research
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Definition of Research and Educational Research
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Types of research
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Importance of research in education
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Ethical issues in educational research
4.2.2 The research process
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Identifying the research problem
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Literature Review
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Research design and sampling method
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Collection of data
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Analyzing and interpreting data
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Report writing and dissemination of findings
4.2.3 Educational research methods.
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Developing a research Proposal
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Components of a Research Proposal
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4.2.4 Writing a research Report
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Components of a research report
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Raising funds for research.