ASSESSMENT OF FACULTY AND STUDENTS’ FAMILIARITY WITH GRADE APPEAL PROCEDURES AND THE PROCEDURES FOR ADDRESSING MISSING EXAMINATION RESULTS/MARKS AT UMMA UNIVERSITY, KENYA
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.46827/ejes.v13i6.6695Keywords:
grade appeal, missing examination marks, procedural familiarity, university policyAbstract
Mr. Adan Ali Abdi is a dedicated educationist with extensive experience spanning leadership roles in academic administration, including as a Dean of Students, Senior Assistant Registrar, and Principal of a secondary school in Kenya. Demonstrated expertise in spearheading the development and implementation of comprehensive student support programs, fostering a supportive campus environment, and ensuring adherence to quality assurance standards. Adept at strategic planning, project management, and curriculum development. Successfully revamped student orientation programs, resulting in an increase in first-year student retention rates. Eager to leverage my skills and experience to contribute to the continued advancement of educational excellence and student success.
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