Influence Of Gender On Academic Performance In Science Subjects A Case Study Of Githumu Zone Kandara Division Central Kenya

A study on Gender and Academic performance in science was carried out in Githumu Zone with the purpose of investigating and establishing the factors influencing Gender and academic performance in the science subject in Githumu Zone. The specific objective of the study were/ to compare out the boys/girls attitude towards the study of science. To identify some cultural practices that affect the performance of learners in the science. To establish whether both sexes participate fully in the science teaching learning situation. To determine whether motivation and the resources affect gender and ac…