An investigation of factors that contribute to the drop out rate among the inmates attending continuining education classes at the Lusaka Central Prison( A case study)

Abstract

The researcher conducted the study in Lusaka Urban from 9th July to 30th October 1994 in a bid to establish the factors that contribute to the drop out among the inmates attending Continuing Education Classes. The study focused on the Lusaka Central, the only prison which offer continuing education programmes in Lusaka Urban. The data which was gathered has been analysed and recommendations made by the researcher for the attention of any interested relevant authorities.