The Implementation of Co-curricular Activities in Secondary Schools of East Hararghe Zone, Oromia Region, Ethiopia
Abstract
This study was intended to explore the implementation of co-curricular activities in secondary schools in the East Hararghe Zone. To achieve this purpose, both qualitative and quantitative data were collected using surveys, interviews, and document analysis. 412 participants were also selected using available, stratified, and systematic sampling techniques. Mean score and ANOVA were used to analyze the data. The results showed that co-curricular activities in secondary schools lack a stable structure, a distinct purpose, and an opportunity to include a large number of students. Lack of facilities, financial constraints, organizational and structural problems, a lack of recognition and rewards, and an absence of awareness training were all seen as having a detrimental influence on the implementation of co-curricular activities. Co-curricular activities were implemented in schools, but it was felt that they did not adequately support students' overall development. In order to improve the state of co-curricular activities and achieve the intended results, the study recommends the provision of training on the multifaceted issues of co-curricular activities. Moreover, a system can be established to monitor, regulate, and boost the implementation of co-curricular activities across the education system
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