Exploring the Nexus Between Economic Crisis and Family Instability Among Female Teachers in Zimbabwe

Authors

  • Plaxcedes Chikunda Lecturer, Great Zimbabwe University, Department of Sociology of Education, Masvingo, Zimbabwe
  • Viola Ingwani Lecturer, Great Zimbabwe University, Department of Educational Psychology, Masvingo, Zimbabwe

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https://doi.org/10.53555/es.v4i9.737

Abstract

The study explores family instability as a social problem affecting female teachers due to the economic crisis prevailing in Zimbabwe.  The research was designed and conducted within the qualitative paradigm. The methodology involved informal conversational interviews and focus group discussions. The study was conducted with a group of thirty female teachers who were pursuing their master of education studies.  The study established that female block release students experience social problems such as family instability as a result of the economic hardships that they find themselves in.

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Published

2018-09-30

How to Cite

Chikunda, P., & Ingwani, V. (2018). Exploring the Nexus Between Economic Crisis and Family Instability Among Female Teachers in Zimbabwe. International Journal For Research In Educational Studies, 4(9), 10–17. https://doi.org/10.53555/es.v4i9.737

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Vol. 4 No. 9 (2018): International Journal For Research In Educational Studies (ISSN: 2208-2115)

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