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What Determines The personality of an individual?

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  Introduction  Personalities are individual characteristics and ways of behaving in their organisation or patterns that account for an individual adjustments in his total environment.  It also refers to full personal outstanding characteristics e.g physiology,emotional and social traits,interests and also the attitudes.  Determinants of personality  The personality of an individual is determined by two major factors. These are Nature and Nurture. 1.Nature This is the biological make-up of the person or the genes. It is from the genes an individual inherit the following  Physical traits.eg height,body structures and skin pigments. Biochemical balance of the body .i.e.  emotional and self control.  The quality of central nervous system i.e quality of traits and intellectual functioning.  These potentialities cannot develop beyond the set limits.  2.Nurture This refers to all the environmental influences on personality. Children find thems...
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What is forex and crypto trade?

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Forex Trade Introduction  The word forex is a short term for foreign exchange. Forex trade  therefore involves trading with world recommended currencies. Some of these currencies include American dollars(USD),Great Britain pound (GBP),Japan Yemen (JPY),Australia dollars (AUD),Canadian dollars (CAD),EUR etc.  These currencies exist in pairs eg.EUR/USD,USD/JPY,USD/CAD,GBP/USD And more. Crypto trade on the other hand is a method  of trading world cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Etherium, litecoin,Ripple, etc Cryptocurrencies are accepted by some countries in the world but not all. How to trade forex and cryptocurrency  Due to high improvement of technology in the world, most of the traders don't need to go to the banks and trade forex or cryptocurrencies. This old method was replaced by new technology called block chain. Traders in the world use computers and mobile phones to buy or sell currencies. They only require a strong network to do this job . A trading pl...
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How Teachers should behave in the classroom (classroom control) and meet learners with individual differences

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  Introduction  The behaviours of teachers in the classroom may be determined by various Factors such as age ,ability and social- economic background of children. However,there are some important  characteristics and qualities that a good teacher should portray in the classroom. These are: Fairness  Teacher should treat the learners equally without any discrimination as per the standard and procedure set. If the learners are not treated fairly, conflict between the teachers and learners themselves may arise. Clarity of content The delivery of content or subject maters should be explained appropriately. Teachers should have time with the learners. Many classroom control problems occur if the teacher is unable to deliver the content or communicate in a suitable way. Teachers are encouraged to communicate effectively at the level of learners.  Order and discipline  For teaching to be effective, there should be order in the classroom. Teachers should control no...
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Effective Teaching and Learning Methods: Strategies for Better Education

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Teaching strategies and methods  Teaching strategies or approaches are combination of ways that a teacher uses to present the contents of a lesson. They form general plan or designs which one can fit in instructional procedures. Strategies are the overall ways in which process of instructions are organised and executed.  There are two main strategies in teaching. These are Expository strategy  Heuristic strategy  Expository strategy or approach in teaching   This is also known as teacher centred or teacher oriented method. The methods is applicable where learners are passive. The students have participation to listening, taking notes and asking questions.  Expository approach includes methods such as Lecture method Demonstration  Dictation 1.Lecture method It involves the teacher telling the learners who are passive in learning. This method has various advantages and disadvantages . Advantages of Lecture method  A teacher can cover a lot of conten...
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How Agriculture Affects The Economy of a country

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 Introduction  Since agriculture is the backbone of a country's economy, most of the countries in the world depend on agriculture either directly or indirectly. This sector is very important in the economy due to the following reasons.    .  Food production The main benefit of agriculture is the supply of food to both urban and rural areas in a country. Adequate supply of food in the country brings a better life and a healthy population. The health population participate in other areas of economic development making a country successful. If a country has a shortage of food ,there is ussually a need to import it. This reduce the purchasing power of other commodities such as medicine,machinery and other farm inputs.  . creation of job opportunities  Over 70% of population in the countries doing agriculture are employed in one way or another. These people include farmers, farm workers, and those in Agro-based industries.  Others are employed indirect...
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PHYSICAL CHANGES IN MIDDLE AND ADULTHOOD DEVELOPMENTAL STAGE

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  Physical development in mid life stage Physical development in midlife is a continuation of gradual changes underway in early adulthood. Physical changes Under this stage,an adult experiences some physical changes such as vision,hearing, taste,appearance etc. An adult should be aware of these changes to avoid frustration in late adulthood stage. 1.vision Around age 60,the lens loses its capacity to adjust to objects at varying distances entirely,a condition known as presbyopia. Symptoms include getting headache or tired eyes while doing close work. More people are likely to find they need contacts, bifocals or half glasses to read newspaper,computer screens, restaurant menu or small printed numbers.  If this is not corrected people tend to read materials by holding them farther and farther away from their eyes until  eventually they cannot see to read even at arm's length. After age 40,adults are at increased risk of glaucoma a disease in which pressure builds up withi...
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Tomato Farming in Kenya: High-Yield Production Guide for Profits

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  Introduction  Tomatoes are grown for their fruits which are beneficial to human beings as they are rich in vitamins A,B and C. The ripe fruits are cooked,eaten when they are raw in salads or processed to make tomato sauce and juice. Farming of Tomatoes  nowadays has become popular in some countries such as Kenya, Tanzania and other East and Central African countries. Most of the farmers in kenya grow Tomatoes for export and home consumption within the urban areas. In this way, they generate income and improve their standards of living.  Ecological requirements of tomato production Tomatoes grow well in warm climate with an altitude range of 0- 2100 metres above sea level. That is why in kenya growing of Tomatoes is done mostly in central and southern part of kenya I.e in Kirinyaga  ( mwea) ,Kajiado and Taita Taveta. Tomatoes do well in places with  annual rainfall of between 760 and1300mm.The rain should be distributed evenly over the growing period.Howev...
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Essential Field Practices for Successful Crop Production

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Introduction  Field practices are crucial agricultural operations performed to ensure optimal crop growth, improve soil fertility, and maximize yields. These practices are carried out at specific times to help crops thrive under favorable environmental conditions while minimizing adverse effects such as pest infestations, diseases, and soil degradation. In this detailed guide, we will explore the most important field practices, their benefits, and best practices for implementation. Importance of Field Practices in Agriculture Field practices are essential for: Enhancing crop productivity by providing optimal growing conditions. Improving soil health through nutrient management and erosion control. Controlling pests and diseases by disrupting their life cycles. Reducing weed competition to ensure better nutrient and water availability for crops. Maximizing land use efficiency through planned crop rotations and plant spacing techniques. Key Field Practices for Healthy Crop Growth 1. ...
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Common Myths About Nutrition and Healthy Eating: Debunked

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 Common Myths About Nutrition and Healthy Eating: Debunked Introduction Nutrition plays a crucial role in overall health, yet misinformation about diet and healthy eating is widespread. Many people make food choices based on myths, believing that avoiding certain foods or following trendy diets will lead to better health. Unfortunately, these misconceptions can cause confusion, poor nutrition, and even harm in the long run. This article aims to debunk the most common nutrition myths and provide evidence-based insights to help you make informed dietary decisions. By understanding the truth about food and health, you can adopt a balanced, sustainable approach to eating. Myth 1: Eating Healthy Is Too Expensive One of the most common excuses for not eating healthily is the belief that nutritious food is too costly. While organic products and specialty health foods can be pricey, eating well does not have to break the bank. The Truth: Whole Foods Are Often Cheaper in the Long Run – Buyi...
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How to Improve Listening Skills and Classroom Attention for Better Learning

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What is listening? Listening is a selective process by which sound communicated by some sources are received, critically interpreted and acted upon by the purposeful listener. This implies that one cannot listen properly from two or more sources of sound. Also for listening to be complete, the sound received is mostly interpreted and acted upon. Difference between listening and hearing  Hearing is a passive automatic process. It is the art of perceiving sound.it is physiological. On the other hand listening is more than just and involves both verbal and non verbal messages. It's also involves the manner of dress,cultural background, expectation of participants, venue etc. Types of listeners. Passive listener . The listener pay attention to the speaker than the message itself.  Active listener. Active listener pay attention to the speaker, hear,interpret, analyse,apply and evaluate the message.  Process of listening.  Reception. This is where you here without attendi...
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