| dc.description.abstract | This study aimed to determine the level of stakeholders’ involvement in the implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) in Early Childhood Education in Kisumu Central Zone, Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to explore how teachers are involved in the implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) in early childhood education, investigate the experiences and perspectives of parental engagement in the implementation of the CBC in early childhood education, and examine the government's initiatives, strategies, and role in the implementation of the CBC in early childhood education in CBC in Kisumu Central Zone, Kenya. The study was guided by stakeholder theory propounded by Freeman in the year 1984 and Project Stakeholder Management theory proposed by Mustafa and Tam in 2022. A descriptive design with a mixed-method approach was adopted in the study. The study focused on a target population of 377 participants, which included 174 teachers from public schools, 108 educators from private schools, 94 parent representatives, and one Curriculum Support Officer (CSO). Proportional stratified sampling was used to select a sample of 190 respondents. Data collection methods included questionnaires, Focus Group Discussions, and an interview schedule for the CSO. The findings were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics for quantitative data and thematic analysis for qualitative data. The findings revealed that teachers were actively involved in CBC implementation and recognized its effectiveness. However, they faced challenges such as lack of parental support, large class sizes, insufficient time for practical lessons, and understaffing. Parents, on the other hand while seen as key stakeholders, were not fully aware of their roles in CBC implementation. It also emerged that the government's support was insufficient in terms of adequate funding and staffing in public schools. The findings of this study could assist the government in improving CBC and contribute to a better understanding and literature regarding stakeholder involvement in CBC. The study recommends improved staffing of teachers, proper sensitization of parents on their roles, adequate funding for public schools, emphasis on digital literacy, and enhancement of parental involvement through effective communication and feedback. For future clarity, the study suggests focusing on the integration of digital literacy in CBC, the effect of communication and feedback on CBC implementation, and the formulation of stakeholder interventions to enhance CBC. The fact that so many countries have adopted the CBC system is a pointer that it is good, and the implementers need to work on robust intervention strategies to make it successful. | en |
