An Assessment of the Choice of Practical Subjects by Secondary School Pupils in Umguza District Secondary Schools

It i s generally believed that there is unequal distribution of boys and girls in pract ical subjects in most schools. The study therefore sought to assess whether the allocation of students to practical subjects reflects gender sensitivity in the secondary scho ols o f Umguza District in Zimbabwe. The study was quantitative and utilise d a descriptive survey design. The sample comprised 200 pupils of whom 100 were male and anoth er 100 female. The information was gat hered through a questionnaire. A sample of 20 pupi ls was used to pursue validity. Clear instructions for respondents Original Research Article