The purpose of the study was to investigate the “Factors Affecting the Teaching and Learning of
Industry in Geography in Public Secondary Schools in Rongai Sub-County, Kajiado County”.
The objectives of the study were: To analyze student attitudes toward the study of industry in
geography in public secondary schools in Rongai Sub-County, Kajiado County: To examine the
availability of teaching and learning resources used in the instruction of industry in geography in
public secondary schools in Rongai Sub-County, Kajiado County: To evaluate the effectiveness
of teaching methodologies employed in teaching and learning of industry in public secondary
schools in Rongai Sub-County, Kajiado County. The researcher used questionnaires to collect
data from both students and teachers within the selected schools in the area. The study used 40%
of the population sample of the whole population which was selected randomly. A sample of 91
students and 9 teachers was used. The data was collected to achieve the set objectives. The
collected data was analyzed using statistical packages for social sciences (SPSS) version 25.0
and Microsoft Excel. The analyzed data was presented using pie charts, tables and bar charts.
Interpretation and Recommendations was done based on the findings of the research. The study
revealed that most students viewed the study of industry in Geography as relevant and engaging,
though some lacked interest and confidence, indicating varied attitudes. It also found that limited
access to teaching resources like diagrams, ICT tools, and textbooks hindered students’
understanding. Additionally, while learner-centered methods were seen as effective, their
inconsistent application reduced their overall impact on student learning. The study
recommended that students cultivate a positive attitude toward learning industry in Geography
by participating actively and utilizing available resources. It also advised teachers to adopt
interactive, learner-centered methods and regularly assess student understanding. Additionally, it
urged principals and the Ministry of Education to provide adequate teaching resources and
training to support effective instruction. The study concluded that positive student attitudes,
adequate learning resources, and effective teaching methodologies enhance the learning of
Industry in Geography. However, many schools face challenges such as limited resources and
inconsistent use of learner-centered approaches. These factors hinder students’ understanding
and engagement with the topic.