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Department of Curriculum Instruction and Education Management

CIEM - Developing Curriculum Leaders and Educational Administrators

About the Department

The Department of Curriculum Instruction and Education Management (CIEM) is one of the two departments in the School of Education. This department prepares educational leaders, curriculum specialists, and administrators for schools and educational institutions.

Our programmes focus on the theory and practice of curriculum development, instructional design, educational leadership, and school management. Students explore current trends in curriculum theory, instructional strategies, assessment practices, and the organizational dynamics of educational institutions.

The department is committed to producing graduates who can provide visionary leadership in educational settings, develop innovative curricula, and manage educational institutions effectively in a rapidly changing educational landscape.

Department Staff

Dr. Makini V. Sonoi

Chairman of Department

PhD in Curriculum Studies

msonoi@ttu.ac.ke

Dr. Maina Joseph

Lecturer

PhD in Linguistics

Prof. Susan Choge

Professor

PhD in Kiswahili Education

Dr. David Mutahi

Lecturer

PhD in Mathematics Education

Dr. Reuben Nguyo

Lecturer

PhD in Curriculum Studies

Mwanajuma Hemedi

Departmental Secretary

Key Focus Areas

Curriculum Development

Theories and models of curriculum design, implementation, and evaluation in diverse educational contexts.

Instructional Design

Strategies for designing effective learning experiences and instructional materials for diverse learners.

Educational Administration

Principles and practices of managing educational institutions, including leadership, governance, and resource management.

Educational Leadership

Developing visionary leaders who can guide educational institutions through change and improvement.

Career Opportunities

Curriculum Specialists

School Principals

Education Officers

Education Administrators

Quality Assurance Officers

International Education Specialists

Contact the Department

ciem@ttu.ac.ke

For inquiries about programmes and admissions

Our Collaborators & Partners

Proud to collaborate with leading institutions and organizations worldwide

DAAD

DAAD

German Academic Exchange Service

NML - CSIR India

NML - CSIR India

National Metallurgical Laboratory

WFURS

WFURS

World Forum of Universities of Resources on Sustainability

Technical University of Mombasa

Technical University of Mombasa

Kenya

HTW Dresden

HTW Dresden

University of Applied Sciences, Germany

GIA

GIA

Gemological Institute of America

TU Clausthal

TU Clausthal

Clausthal University of Technology, Germany

TU Bergakademie Freiberg

TU Bergakademie Freiberg

Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg, Germany

Technical University of Munich

Technical University of Munich

Germany - Engineering & Technology Exchange

Federal University of Technology Akure

Federal University of Technology Akure

Nigeria - Mineral Processing Research

University of Toronto

University of Toronto

Canada - Faculty Exchange & Research

AmCham Kenya

AmCham Kenya

USA/Kenya - Critical Supply Chains

Beijing University of Technology

Beijing University of Technology

China - Mining Engineering Collaboration

University of Nairobi

University of Nairobi

Kenya - Joint Research Projects

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