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Searching for - [How to Improve Teaching of Research Methods](https://ayiro.africa/2021/07/11/how-to-improve-teaching-of-research-methods/) - Prof. Ayiro’s Blogging Conversations A Professor of Research Methods and Statistics Prof. Laban Ayiro believes in the value of improving the teaching of research methods in institutions of higher learning. He argues that the instruction of research methods in universities particularity, in the context of the developing world presents a problem, from the point of - [Importance of Stable Basic Education](https://ayiro.africa/2021/07/20/importance-of-stable-basic-education/) - Prof. Ayiro’s Blogging Conversations Prof. Laban Ayiro is a Professor of Research Methods and Statistics, he has been involved in various consultancies including leading the National Evaluation on the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC). The evaluation was done in 450 primary schools in 47 counties. 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Prof Ayiro also received the research and writing award for - [Meeting the Pope](https://ayiro.africa/meeting-the-pope/) - Meeting the Pope Meeting the Pope – A reflective gaze on Laudato Si: Insights from Prof. Laban Ayiro’s Visit to Rome In the month of November 2021, Prof Laban Ayiro made a maiden trip to Rome, that culminated with an encounter with Pope Francis. An occurrence he calls prophetic. In a rare audience, the celebrated - [Prof. Laban Ayiro Launches a Book on Leadership](https://ayiro.africa/prof-laban-ayiro-launches-a-book-on-leadership/) - Prof. Laban Ayiro Launches a Book on Leadership By Dr. Lydia Radoli-Daystar University School of Communication I have read the book from chapter to chapter and the nuggets of wisdom linger on. Each chapter is encapsulated by thought provoking quotes which stimulates the reader to grasp on energetic thesis statements, critical views, and guidelines. 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Ayiro Mixed Methods Research: Myth or Reality? 23rd July 2021 2:00pm – 4:30pm A Call for Papers A consensus is required in understanding the basic characteristics of mixed methods research. As a field of methodology about 25 years old, this approach has common elements that can - [The Person](https://ayiro.africa/the-person/) - The Person, the Leader , the Academician and Family Man: Unveiling Prof . Laban Peter Ayiro By Lydia Radoli , PhDSchool of Communication – Daystar University Of the many things that makes him stand out, is his sense of raw humour. Even as he intertwines an academic disposition, seasoned leadership and spiritual charisma, Prof. Laban - [Event's Programme](https://ayiro.africa/events-programme/) - You can Download the events program by clicking below Download event's program here - [Books](https://ayiro.africa/books/) - Books Prof. Laban Ayiro has achieved a lot in publications and many of his publications and journals are available in Amazon. You can also directly place and order of his books here. Featured book A functional Approach to Educational Research Methods and Statistics “An engaging and informative text on educational research and statistics, this book - [About](https://ayiro.africa/about/) - About me About Me I have been a Chemistry teacher, Principal of several High Schools, Provincial Director of Education, Deputy Director of Staff Training (Kenya Education Management Institute), Senior Deputy Director for Policy and Planning at the Ministry Headquarters and Senior Deputy Director for Research and Curriculum Development at the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development. - [Videos](https://ayiro.africa/videos/) - Videos Featured Video More Videos - [Experience](https://ayiro.africa/experience/) - Professional Experience Vice Chancellor Daystar University and Professor of Research Methods- March 29/3/19 to date Ag. Vice Chancellor – Moi University-September 19th 2016 to March 22nd 2018 Ag. Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration Planning & Development September 1st to September 18th 2016 Full Professor & Director Quality Assurance- Moi University October 14th 2015 to August 31st - [Journals](https://ayiro.africa/journals/) - Journals Refereed Journal Articles 2016 Ayiro P.L. & Sang J.K. (2016) Provision of Education to the Hard to reach Amidst Discontinuity in Normadic Communities in Kenya. Forum for International Research in Education 3(3) Articles2 2014 Ayiro P. L. (2014). Transformational Leadership and School Outcomes in Kenya. Does Emotional Intelligence Matter? Forum for International Research - [Administrative Experience](https://ayiro.africa/administrative-experience/) - Administrative Experience Vice. Chancellor Daystar University- 29/3/2019 to date Ag. Vice Chancellor – Moi University ( 19th September, 2016 to 22nd March2016) Responsibilities As stipulated in Moi University Act, 1984 section 10(2),(b) and (c) and Statute V (2), (3), (4), (5) and (6) Ag. Deputy Vice Administration, Planning & Development Moi University- - [Scholarships/Awards & Honors](https://ayiro.africa/scholarships-awards-honors/) - Scholarships/Awards & Honors 1. Senior Fulbright Research Fellowship by the USA government August2011-May 2012 at University of Texas A&M.2. Kenya Government Scholarships for Doctoral Studies at Kenyatta University College 20043. Unites States Department of State International Visitor Program Award 20034. Kenya Government Scholarship for Master of Science Degree at Kenyatta University 20025. Silver Star Of - [Prof. Laban Ayiro Master Class](https://ayiro.africa/prof-laban-ayiro-master-class/) - Prof. Laban Ayiro Master Class (LMS)- Coming Soon - [Invited Presentations](https://ayiro.africa/invited-presentations/) - Invited Presentations 2017 Ayiro P.L. (2017) Transformational Leadership : Myth or Reality (Moi University, 16th & 17th October) Workshop organized by ACE II Project 2017 Ayiro P.L. (2017) Implementation of SDG’s by Universities in Barcelona Spain, 18th & 19th September 2017 2017 Ayiro P.L. (2017) The research Agenda in African Universities held in Oldenburg Germany,4th - [Professional Development Activities](https://ayiro.africa/professional-development-activities/) - Professional Development Activities 1. International Seminar on Innovative Management in Higher Education from 11th – 18th September 2017 in Israel2. Nominated to represent Kenya at the International Conference on sustainable development goals held in Barcelona, Spain from 18th – 19th September, 20173. Represent the African delegation in University of Oldenburg in German from 5th -9th - [Travel Grants](https://ayiro.africa/travel-grants/) - Travel Grants 1st African China Education partinership Forum on Higher Education Science & Technology July 10th -15th 2017-Beijing/Shangai China East African Community, to participate in the High Level Task Force (HLTF) to negotiate the East African Community Common Market Protocol in Kigali, Rwanda. US$ 6250. (June 8-17, 2009). East African Community, as a member - [Research Funded Proposals and Projects](https://ayiro.africa/research-funded-proposals-and-projects/) - Research Funded Proposals & Projects Project Leader: Laban P Ayiro; Co-leaders- Jopie de Beer, Evelyn Jepkemei, Fatma Bhabha (JVR South Africa). Study on management capabilities of Principals in Kenyan Secondary Schools. 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