Exploring the Implementation and Opportunities of HDP Program for Class Room Instruction, The Case of Dire Dawa University
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https://doi.org/10.23918/ijsses.v4i1p49Keywords:
HDP, HDL, HDC, Attitudes, Barriers, ImplementationAbstract
The general objective of this study was to assess the implementation and opportunities of HDP program for class room instruction. To realize the study, a descriptive survey research design was used in this study. About 35 HDP Candidates from Dire Dawa University were participated on the study. Questionnaire, classroom observation and interview were used to gather the data. Statistical techniques like percentage, frequency count, mean and one sample t-test was used to analyze the quantitative data. The data gathered through qualitative methods was categorized and analyzed on thematic basis as raised in the objectives and the research questions. The results show that, however HDP program has a great value for the instructors; in improving their professional development, HDP module, mode of delivery and the program by itself need some amendment.
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