The impact of teacher training on the delivery of quality education: A study of schools in Mogadishu, Somalia

Abstract

Today, improving the quality of education is central to Africa’s strategic goal of catching up with industrialized nations. This study focused on the effects of pre-service and in-service teacher training on the quality of education in private and public schools in the Mogadishu Benadir region of Somalia. The research used a quantitative approach, collecting data through a questionnaire distributed to a significant sample of individuals. Non-probability sampling was utilized, targeting teachers and school principals who were readily accessible and selected purposefully. The study involved 145 participants, including both principals and teachers from private and public schools in the region. Factor analysis was used to examine the relationship between pre-service and in-service teacher training and the provision of quality education. The findings indicated that both pre-service and in-service training are crucial investments for enhancing educational quality, with correlation coefficients of 0.648 and 0.660, respectively, showing a positive relationship with the quality of education. The study demonstrates the significant positive impact of teacher training on educational quality and suggests further research is needed to explore how this training aligns with educational curriculum and standards.