Prof. Samson Rosana Ondigi

Academic Qualifications

Refereed Journal Articles

1. Mutune, J.M, Ondigi S.R. & Munyao H.M (2025): Use of Communicative Approach Implications for Teaching and Learning Vocabularly in Composition Writing in Public Secondary Schools, Kitui County, Kenya
2. M, Kariuki D & Ondigi S. (2024): The Democratic Nature of Kenya’s Competency Based Curriculum
3. Pewu E.T, Ondigi S.R & Miima F.A (2023): Instructors’ Challenges of using information communication and technology in Geography instruction: Case of William Vacanrat Shadrach Tubman College, Liberia
4. Peace, A.T. and Ondigi, S.R. (2023). Practical-Based Teaching and Learning and its Influence on Academic Performance in Sewing Among Junior High Schools Learners in Mampong-Ashanti Municipality, Ghana: A Review of Challenges Teachers Face in Implementing Practical-Based Teaching in BDT Sewing. Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research. ISSN: 2349-5162. October 2023, Volume 10, Issue 10.
5. Zutaah, P., Ondigi, S.R, Miheso-O’Connor M.K. (2023). Pre-Service Teachers’ Perception of the Use of Geogebra in Teaching and Learning Geometry in the Colleges of Education, Ghana. Journal of Holistic Mathematics Education. Vol 7, No 1 June 2023 pages: 1 – 21 E-ISSN: 2598-6759
6. Mutua, J.M.; Miheso O’Connor, M. K. and Ondigi S.R. (2023). Instructional Strategies Applied by mathematics Teachers and their Influence on Performance in Probability in Secondary Schools, Nairobi City County, Kenya. Journal of Education Practice, Vol. 4, Iss. 1 (2023), pp 32 – 55, June 28, 2023
7. Dcitse, C.E; Mbugua, G.; and Ondigi, S.R. (2023). Competencies of Fashion Design and Technology Lecturers and Their Effects on Students’ Success at Constructing Ghanaian Traditional Costumes, ijasr.org . International Journal of Applied Science and Research. ISSN: 2581-7876. VOLUME 6 ISSUE 5 SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER 2023
8. Dzitce, C.E., Mbugua, G. and Ondigi S.R. (2023). Module quality for Teaching Fashion Design and Technology Programmes and Students’ Construction of Ghanaian Traditional Costumes in Technical Universities in Ghana. British Journal of Multidisciplinary and Advanced Studies. ISSN: 2517-2278. November 2023, page 28-52
9. Thuku, J.K., Ondigi S.R. and Muuro E.M. (2022). Use of Cloud Computing in Tutorial Group Discussions as a Method of Teaching and Its Influence in learning: A Case of Kenyatta University. International Journal of Social Sciences & Educational Studies. ISSN 2520-0968 (Online), ISSN 2409-1294 (Print), June 2022, Vol.9, No.2
10. Zutaah, P. Miheso-O’Connor, and Ondigi S.R. (2022). Pre-Service Teachers Performance in Geometry in the Colleges of Education, Ghana. Journal of the European Teacher Education Network. Page 23-47
11. Mohamed, Ondigi S.R, Mueni K. (2022): Teachers’ Pedagogical Preparedness for the Implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum in Public Secondary Schools in Kirinyaga County, Kenya.
12. Kiarie, B.K. and Ondigi S.R. (2022). Factors Influencing Champions and Secondary School Teachers Towards Implementing Information Communication Technology (ICT) For Teaching and Learning in Nairobi, Kiambu. Journal of African Interdisciplinary Studies (JAIS): ISSN 2523-6725 (online) November 2022 Vol. 6, No. 11
13. Simiyu I.; Bwire, A. and Ondigi S. R (2021). Collaborative Strategies for Teacher-Led Professional Development among Teachers of English. International Journal of Education and Research Vol. 9 No. 7 July 2021
14. Ondigi, S.R and Ayot, H.O. (2020). Recent Developments in e-learning Pedagogy: Role of Kenyatta University in Teacher Education. Vol. 1 No. 1 2020 Pages 1 -19
15. Iddrisu B. Ondigi, S.R. Mueni K (2020): Preparedness of Ghanaian Senior High School Instructors for Application of Online Learning in Social Studies Instruction amid the Covid-19 Pandemic.
16. Mogeni, J.M, Ondigi, S.R and Mugo, B.C (2020). Extent of integration of information and communication technologies in classroom in Nepad E-schools, Kenya. Journal of Education and Practice Vol 4(3) pages 56-87.
17. Iddrishu, B.; Ondigi,SR and N. Mueni (2019). Senior High Schools’ Perception of Computer-Aided Instruction in North East Region of Ghana. International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies (IJIRAS), Vol, 6. Issue, 8 Pages 40 – 47. Mohamed MM; Ondigi SR and Kiio MN (2019). Quality of Secondary Schools Trained Geography Teachers in Universities and Diploma Colleges in Pedagogy. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, Volume 9, Issue 4.
18. Mwangagi, L; Mumo, R; Ondigi, SR; Kiio, MN & Nasibi, MW. (2019). Revitilzing Assissgnment Pedagogy to enhance Teaching and Learning of Social Sciences in Selected Secondary Schools in Nzaui Sub-county, MakueniCounty – Kenya. The Cradle of Knowledge: African Journal of Educational Research, Vol 7 No. 4.
19. Iddrishu, B.; Ayot, HO.; Ondigi, SR.; Kiio, M. and Nyamemba, NP (2019) . An Assessment of Basic School Teachers’ Integration of Computer Based Instruction into Social Studies Teaching in West Mamprusi Municipality; Implications for further Development of Computer Based Instruction Uce in Ghanaian Schools. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Science (IJRISS), Vol. III, Issue V, Pages 72 -82.
20. Thuku J.; A. Henry, Ondigi, S.R & E. Maina E. (2019). Cloud Based Tutorial Management System to Enhance Student participation in Learning
21. Ayot, H.O. and Ondigi, Samson, S.R. (2018). Strengthen Education through Mentoring in the Eastern Africa Region. International Journal of Innovative Research and Knowledge, Vol. 3, Issue-12, December.
22. Dogo, P.; Miheso, O. and Ondigi, SR (2018). Effects of Mathematical Modeling performance in Mathematics by gender among Junior Secondary School Students in Bauchi State, Nigeria International Journalof Advanced Educational Research, Vol. 3, Issue 6, pages 27 – 32.
23. Gathumbi, AW; Ayot, HO; Kimemia, JN & Ondigi, SR. (2015). Teachers’ and School Administratirs’ Preparedness in Handling students with Special Needs in Inclusive Education in Kenya.
24. Iddrishu, B.; Ondigi,SR and Mohammed, MM (2019). Senior High Schools’ Perception of Computer-Aided Instruction in North East Region of Ghana. International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies (IJIRAS), Vol, 6. Issue, 8 Pages 40 – 47.
25. Kamau, HW; Ondigi, SR & Babusa, H.(2016). Matumizi ya Vizaiddizi Vya Ufundishaji msamiati wa Kiswahili katika Shule za Msingi za Umma, Kaunti ya Kisumu Mashariki – Kenya. International Journal of Emerging Trends in Science and Technology, Vol. 3 Issue 07 July
26. Keitany, J.L. and Ondigi, S.R.(2017). Influence of Socio-Cultural Factors on Inclusive Education among Students and Teachers in Nairobi Integrated Educational Programmes, Kenya. Journal of research and Method in Education, Vol. 7, Issue 1, February.
27. Kiarie, B.K.; Kerich, W. and Ondigi, S.R. (2016). Use of Computers for Teaching and Learning Business Studies among Secondary Schools in Westlands District, Nairobi, Kenya. International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, Vol. 5, Issue, 3 April-May.
28. Mohamed MM; Ondigi SR and Kiio MN (2019). Quality of Secondary Schools Trained Geography Teachers in Universities and Diploma Colleges in Pedagogy. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, Volume 9, Issue 4.
29. Mwangagi, L; Ayot, HO; Ondigi, SR; Kiio,M & Mumo, R. (2018). Status of Life Skills Education Teaching and Learning in Secondary Schools in Kibwezi Sub-County of Makueni County, Kenya. The Cradle of Knowledge: African Journal of Education and Social Science Research, Vol. 6 Issue No. 3.
30. Njeru, IM; Otube, N & Ondigi, SR. (2016). An Analysis of Factors Influencing Low Enrollment and Retention of Girls with Disabilities in Integrated Primary Schools in Embu County, Kenya. Journal of The American Academy of Special Education Professionals, Vol. 11 Issue 2, Spring.
31. Ochanji, M.; Ayot, H.O.; Ondigi, S.R.; Peninah, K and Kimemia, J. (2015). Improving Student Teaching for Quality Teacher Preparation. A case of a Kenyan University. African Journal of Teacher Education, Vol 4. Issue 1.
32. Omariba, A.; Ayot, HO and Ondigi, SR (2016). Teachers’ preparedness in integrating ICT in Public Primary Teachers’ Training Colleges in Kenya. International Journal of Education and Research, Vol. 4 Issue, ( Pages 201 – 212.
33. Omariba, A.; Ondigi, SR and Ayot, HO (2016). Challenges Facing Teachers in integrating Educational Technology into Kiswahili Teaching. A case of selected Secondary Schools in Kisii County, Kenya. International Journal for Innovation Education and Research www.ijier.net Vol:-4 No-12, Pages 23 – 39.
34. Ondigi,SR & Ayot, HO (2015). Recent Developments in e-Learning Pedagogy: Role of Kenyatta University in Teacher Education.
35. Ong’amo, B.L.; Ondigi, S.R. and Omariba, A.(2017). Effect of Utilization of Biology Teaching and Learning Resources on Students’ and Academic Performance in Secondary Schools in Siaya District, Kenya. International Journal of Education and Research, Vol. 5 No. 1 January.
36. Ong’amo, B.L.; Ondigi, S.R. and Omariba, A.(July, 2017). Extent of use of Biology Instructional Resources and effect on Students Academic Performance in Secondary Schools in Siaya District, Kenya. International Journal of Education and Research, Vol. 5 No. 1.
37. Oroko, H. K. and Ondigi, S.R.(2017). Relationship between Enterprise Profile and Micro-Enterprise Growth at Kamukunji in Nairobi, Kenya, DBA Africa Management Review, Vol. 7, Issue, No. 1. Pp. 64-78, March.
38. Oroko, H.K. and Ondigi, S.R.(2017). Relationship between Entrepreneur Profile and Micro-Enterprise Growth at Kamkunji in Nairobi, Kenya. DBA Africa Management Review, Vol. 7, Issue, No. 1. Pp. 1-16, March.
39. Oroko, H.K. and Ondigi, S.R.(2017). Personality Attributes as influencers of Micro-Enterprise Growth at Kamkunji in Nairobi, Kenya. DBA Africa Management Review, Vol. 7, Issue, No. 1. Pp. 48-63, March.
40. Ondigi, SR (2002). Geography Teaching: Guidebook. Warsor Publishers, Nairobi – Kenya.
41. Ondigi, SR (2012). Module for Teaching Geography. KU – O del
42. Ondigi, SR (2005). ECT 308 Geography Methods Module II
43. Ondigi, SR & Olanga, L (2019). Training Manual on Assessment.
44. May, 2019. 1 st International Food Safety at Kenyatta University.

Books

Book Chapters

1. Thuku, JK; Maina, EM; Ondigi,SR & Ayot,H O. (2017). Enhancing Learner-Centered Instruction through Tutorial Management Using Cloud Computing. IGI Global button on the product's webpage:www.igi-global.com/chapter/enhancing-learner-centered-instruction-throughtutorial-management-using-cloud-computing/174049?camid=4v1

Conference Papers

1. Mumo, RM; Mwagangi, I; Ondigi, SR; Kiio, N & Nasibi, M . Opportunities And Challenges In Developing The 21 st Century Teacher: A Case Study Of Kenyatta University Membership Program In Matungulu Sub County, Machakos County- Kenya. Under review at Lukenya University Journal.
2. Njeru, IM; Otube, N & Ondigi, SR. An Analysis of Factors Influencing Low Enrollment and Retention of Girls with Disabilities in Integrated Primary Schools in Embu County, Kenya. Journal of The American Academy of Special Education Professionals, Vol. 11 Issue 2, Spring, 2016.
3. Mwangagi, L; Ayot, HO; Ondigi, SR; Kiio,M & Mumo, R . Status of Life Skills Education Teaching and Learning in Secondary Schools in Kibwezi Sub-County of Makueni County, Kenya. The Cradle of Knowledge: African Journal of Education and Social Science Research, Vol. 6 Issue No. 3, 2018.
4. Nyamwembe, E.O. Ondigi S.R. and Kiio M. (2013). Attitudes of Students toward Studying History and Government in Some Selected Secondary Schools in Mosocho Division, Kisii County, Kenya. Journal of Education and Practice. ISSN 2222-1735 (Paper) ISSN 2222-288X (Online) Vol.4, No.11, 2013
5. Ondigi S.R., Ayot H., Mueni K. and Nasibi M. (2011). Vocationalization of Education in Kenya: the Classroom Practice and the Learners’ Responsibilities for Change in the 21 st nternational Journal of Learning & Development ISSN 2164-4063 2011, Vol. 1, No. 1
6. Ondigi S.R. (2011). Globalisation of University Programmes and Community Linkages: A Case of two Kenyan Universities. International Journal of Humanities and Social Science ISSN 2220-8488 (Print), 2221-0989 (Online)
7. Osoro E.N., Ondigi S.R. and Kiio M. (2009). Attitudes of Students Toward Studying History and Government in Some Selected Secondary Schools in Mosocho Divison, Kisii Central District. Journal of Education and Practice. ISSN 2222-1735 (Paper) ISSN 2222-288X (Online) Vol.4, No.11, 2013
8. Oroko, H.K. Ondigi S.R., Kibas P.b. and Korir M.K. (2008). Factors Influencing Growth of Micro-Enterprises Manufacturing Metallic Projects (Part One): Examining Personality Attributes. International Journal of Sustainable Development and Planning Vol. 17, No. 5, August, 2022, pp. 1523-1533
9. Ondigi S. (2006). Student Attitudes to Vocational Training in Kenya: A Case Study of Four Youth Polytechniques in Gusii Distircts, Nyanza Province. African Journal of Education Studies (ISSN 1815-0470). Vol. 1. No.2, February 2006. Pp 95-104
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11. Mwangangi L. Ondigi S.R. Bwire A. (2024 ) Income Generating Projects, Opportunities and Lessons Towards Funding Education and Developing Learners’ Self-Reliance: The Case of Murang’a Teachers Training College
12. 3 rd and 4 th October 2023: Participated and presented a paper during the 9 th International Annual October Conference on Education and Lifelong Learning 2023. Theme : “Re-focusing Education in a Globalized Society for Sustainable Futures”
13. International Conference on Education (4 th and 5 th ICE) papers, ComTech and Syracuse University, USA. School of Education, KU - October 2019 conference
14. Lutiali L., Bwire A. and Ondigi S.R. (2021). Effectiveness of the Task-Based Approach in Teaching French Compisiton Writing in Secondary School in Nairobi City County.
15. Bernadette Kamene, Kiarie, Ondigi, S.R (2020): In-Service teacher professional development: The pathway to ICT Integration in teaching and learning; The Case of a School in Nairobi, Kenya
16. Isanda, B. & Ondigi, SR. (2017). Issues in Teacher Supply, Training, and Management in Kenya Today.
17. Mekonge, VK; Bwire, AM & Ondigi, SR (2017). Factors affecting students’ acquisition of speaking skills in English among secondary schools in Turkana East District, Kenya.
18. Gacheru, P; Ayot, HO & Ondigi, SR (2017). Challenges of flipping the classroomin technical drawing: A case of Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology, Kenya.
19. Jumba, PK; Bwire, AM & Ondigi, SR (2017 ). Challenges of using Pictures in Composition writing during teaching in Kenyan Primary Schools. A case study of Emuhaya Sub-county, Vihiga County-Kenya.
20. Makira, J; Kimemia, J & Ondigi SR (2017). Influence of Videos in English Grammar among secondary schools students in Starehe Sub-county, Nairobi-Kenya.
21. Ayot, HO and Ondigi, SR (2017). Teacher Education and Mentoring in the Kenyan Context.
22. Isanda, B. & Ondigi, SR. (2017). Classroom teachers’ opinions towards using instructional technologies that enhance literacy skills of deaf students in selected technical colleges in Kenya.
23. Ondigi, SR & Isalambo, CK (2017). Learning styles: Apathway to students’ classroom interaction: A case of Bugoma County-Kenya.
24. Kiarie, B; Ondigi, SR and Khatete, (2017). In service Teacher Professional Development: The Pathways to ICT Integration in Teaching & Learning, the case of a school in Nairobi, Kenya.
25. Ayot, HO & Ondigi, SR (2017). The Genesis and effective provision of affordable education at Kenyatta University through Self sponsored programmes.
26. Otieno, VW; Twoli, NW & Ondigi SR (2017). Adoption determinants of competence Based education and Training in science: A case of selected schools in Nairobi County, Kenya.
27. Dogo, P; Miheso-O’connor & Ondigi, SR (2017). Effects of Mathematical Modeling performance in mathematics by gender among Junior secondary schools students in Bauchi state, Nigeria.
28. Omariba, A; Ayot, HO & Ondigi, SR (2017). Perspectives of student teacher trainees’ preparedness and adoption on integration of ICT in public teacher training colleges in Kenya.
29. Thuku, J; Maina,E. Gichia, I; Ayot, HO & Ondigi, SR (2017). Integrating Action Research and agile methodology in building Cloud based tutorial management platform.
30. Manyara, JN; Ondigi, SR & Amunga, HA (2017). Textual Reflection on the gains, challenges and future prospects of mobile technology implementation in higher education .
31. Ong’amo, B; Ondigi, SR & maundu, JN (2017). Integration of ICT in the teaching of Biology in Secondary Schools in Mumias Sub-county, Bungoma Kenya.
32. Dogo, P ; Miheso-O’connor, M & Ondigi, SR (2017). Effects of English language proficiency on junior secondary school students’ performance in mathematics in Bauchi State, Nigeria.
33. Abere, YN & Ondigi, SR (2017). Directors’ perceptions of Nurse Mentoring Programmes in hospitals in nairobi-Kenya.
34. Jumba, PK; Bwire, AM & Ondigi, SR (2017). Use of Pictures in Composition Writing teaching motivates learners in Primary schools. A case of Emuhaya Sub-county, VihigaCounty-Kenya.
35. 1 st – 4 th July, 2025: Invited to participate for four (4) days in the DISES-2025 Annual International Conference to be held in KISE and Lake Naivasha Resort in Lake Naivasha consequently.
36. 9 th , 10 th and 11 th June, 2025 : Attended a Development of National Occupational Standards Training carried out by Tveta Trainers which was held at the Kenyatta University .
37. 25 th April, 2025 : Attended the Teachers Mentors’ Retooling Seminar, held at the BSSC, Room 14 Kenyatta University.
38. 27 th and 28 th May, 2025: Participated in an EERA Co-Creation Workshop, theme “Developing a Kenyan-Led Education Research Agenda held in Limuru, Kenya.
39. 14 th May, 2025: Participated in a Sensitization Workshop on Competency-Based Education at the Kenyatta University Conference Centre Main Hall. Presented a topic on “Overview of the National Conversation on CBE”.
40. 24 th – 25 th March, 2025: Participated in the Academic Division Workshop with Executive-Deans and Chairpersons of Departments held at the Kenyatta University Conference Centre
41. 13 th February, 2025: Attended a CBC Training Workshop held at the BSSC Room 12, Guest Speaker: David Mutuma Mutonyi.
42. 3 rd February, 2025: Participated in Aramid Conference. Theme: “Global Collaboration for Resilience and Adaptation”
43. 27 th – 28 th March, 2025 : Invited to facilitate in a Staff Pedagogy Training in a Workshop at Tharaka University, theme being “ Empowering Educators: Leveraging Modern Teaching Approaches, Technology and Ethics for Quality Learning ”.
44. 14 th March, 2024: Guest Speaker in an event for the Education Student Organization and delivered a speech on Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) issues to students. Theme: “ The Future of CBC”
45. 8 th November, 2023 : Guest Speaker at Alo-Amo Event
46. December, 2018: School of Humanities, Kenyatta University. Guest Speaker at the opening of Post Graduate seminar.
47. September, 2014: Nyambaria High school, Nyamira County. Guest speaker during prayer’s day
48. I have given motivational talks to several secondary schools and groups as invited around the country.
49. September, 2018. Motivational Speaker at Kitengela International Schools-The Girls High School.
50. April, 1 st 2016 . Motivational Speaker at Kitengela Group of Schools – KISC International Girls High School.

Awards & Honours

• 2024/2025 Academic Year: Certificate of Appreciation for exemplary service and unconditional support towards Education Students’’ Organization, Kenyatta University
• 5th April, 2024: Certificate of Appreciation for having actively served as the Church Investment and Development Committee Assistant Chairperson in KUASDA CHURCH in the 2023/2024 Academic year
• 28 th and 29 th March, 2022: Certificate of Recognition for a Successful presentation during the Postgraduate Workshop on “ Enhancing Excellence in Academia” held at BSSC – Kenyatta University, organized by the Department of Educational Communication and Technology, Kenyatta University
• 29 th July, 2021: Certificate of Appreciation for having actively served as the Patron in KUSDA CHURCH in the 2020/2021 academic year.
• 10 th July, 2018: Certificate of Appreciation – For actively taking part in the service of God in the Church Investment and Development Department

Professional Affiliations

• Member of the Departmental Postgraduate Committee
• Graduate school member of board of examiners representing School of Education
• Member of School of Education Board of examiners
• Appointed by the VC to be a member of Kenyatta University-KIST Committee tasked to develop a Bed Programme, Vocational Technical Education.
• Departmental Member of Committee that reviewed both the Undergraduate and Postgraduate departmental curriculums.
• Member of the departmental Postgraduate Committee developing Ph D programme.
• Teacher consultancy
• International Society of Poets
• National Geographic Society
• Association of Educational Research and Consultancy, Kenya
• Member of the National Geographic Society
• Member of the International Society of Poets.