Contribution of teacher performance appraisal and development policy implementation to teacher professional development in enhancement of teacher performance in public primary schools in Kenya: A study across public primary schools in Migori county

Teacher performance appraisal and development policy implementation is an ongoing process that Teacher Service Commission in Kenya is using for identifying, measuring and developing teachers’ performance in accordance with an organization’s strategic goals. Globally teacher performance appraisal and development is a process conducted with an aim of improving teacher’s own practices by identifying strengths and weaknesses for further professional development and to ensure that teachers perform at their best to enhance student learning. However, despite the implementation of the policy, teachers’ performance has remained low. The objective of the study therefore was to determine the contribution of teacher performance appraisal and development policy implementation on teachers professional development in enhancement of teacher performance in public primary schools in Migori County. The study was guided by the Goal setting and multiple intelligence theories which advocate for setting clear targets that can be achieved by the application of a variety of knowledge and skills. The study established that Teacher Performance Appraisal and Development policy implementation contributed highly to teacher professional development in enhancement of teacher performance in public primary schools. The findings of the study are important to educational administration, policy makers and planners in Teachers Service Commission in understanding how Teacher Performance Appraisal and Development (TPAD) implementation contributes to professional development, and is relevant for improvement in teacher performance.