Abstract:
The school system is expected to inculcate desirable societal norms in the learners. However, cases
of unacceptable norms such as immorality, destruction of property, riots, strikes, drug abuse and
disrespect for authority have been on the increase despite numerous interventions put in place by the
government and individual educational institutions such burning of external exams, abolition of
visiting days and holiday tuition. This study sought to examine the application of Afrocentric
evaluation methods to enhance societal norms among secondary school learners in Meru County,
Kenya. The study adopted exploratory descriptive research approach. The study used questionnaires
and interview schedules to collect data. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics such as mean,
standard deviation and coefficient of variation. Inferential statistics used for data analysis was
Linear Regression Analysis. The study found out that integration of Afrocentric evaluation methods
into current Kenyan school system has statistically significant influence on societal norms among
secondary school learners. The findings of this study will provide useful knowledge in regard to
Afrocentric evaluation methods and societal norms and provide a basis for further studies.
