Dr. Jacinta Ifeoma Obidile

Dr. Jacinta Ifeoma Obidile is a SENIOR LECTURER in TECHNOLOGY AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Jacinta Ifeoma Obidile

Staff Profile

Dr. Jacinta Ifeoma Obidile is a senior lecturer in the Department of Technology and Vocational Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. She had her B Sc(Ed), M Sc(Ed) and Ph D in the Department of Technology and Vocational Education. Dr Obidile is a vibrant lecturer who takes interest in reading, writing and conducting research studies. She has written and published several articles both at local and international level. She has attended several academic conferences at local, regional and international fora where she presented her academic research studies. She has served the university in different committee. She is the pioneer coordinator of Entrepreneurial Studies in the School of General Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Dr. Obidile is currently the Vice President, Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria (AVTEN) South East zone of Nigeria.

Personal Information

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Technology And Vocational Education, Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Department/Sub-Unit:
TECHNOLOGY AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, October, 2017)
November, 2013 to October, 2017
Ph. D Business Education (Accounting)
2Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, January, 2013)
October, 2010 to January, 2013
M. Sc(Ed) Business Education (Accounting)
3Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, July, 2006)
October, 2001 to July, 2006
B. Sc(Ed) Business Education (Accounting)
4Eastern Academy Secondary School Onitsha. (SSCE, June, 1999)
September, 1992 to June, 1999
5Niger Primary School, Fegge Onitsha. (FSLC, December, 1995)
September, 1986 to August, 1992

Relevant/Working Experience

1Vice President South East, Association of Vocational and Technical Educators
September, 2023 to Present
2Coordinator, SIWES
February, 2022 to Present
3Chairman, Technology and Vocational Education Welfare Scheme (TVEWS)
December, 2019 to Present
4Coordinator, Entrepreneurial Studies of GST Unit
October, 2017 to October, 2021
5Coordinator, Continuing Education Programme (CEP)
December, 2016 to October, 2018
6Lecturer, Department Of Technology And Vocational Education, Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria
June, 2010 to Present
7NYSC Teacher, Basic Secondary School, Okwe, Asaba
March, 2008 to March, 2009

Creative Output

Books
1Okoli, C. I. & Obidile, J. I.. (2019, September) Fundamentals of Business: A comprehensive Approach Orient Publishers
Book Chapters
1Obidile, J. I. & Ogbara, S.. (2021, June) Entrepreneurial Skill Development in J. I. Obidile, N. C. Ojiagu & O. C. Ojiaku (Eds.), Innovative Concepts in Entrepreneurship, Awka: Fides Media Ltd., pp 361-375
2Obidile, J. I. & Okorafor, A. O.. (2018, October) Establishing A New Business in J. I. Obidile (Ed.), Entrepreneurial Studies for University Students, Awka: Fab Publishers Ltd., pp 89-101
3Obidile, J. I. & Iliemena, R.. (2018, October) Financial And Records Management in J. I. Obidile (Ed.), Entrepreneurial Studies for University Students. Awka: Fab Publishers Ltd., pp 128-141
Journal Articles
1Obidile, J. I. & Onyeneke, E. N.. (2023, February), "Entrepreneurial competencies required by business education graduates for successful entrepreneurial development", Covenant Journal of Entrepreneurship (CJOE), Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 1-10
2Obidile, J. I., Obi, O. C. & Ikpat, N. H.. (2023, January), "Competencies required for adaptation in the Fourth Industrial Revolution: Business educators' perspectives", Asian Journal of Managerial Science, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 32-37
3Obidile, J. I. & Okoli, S. L.. (2023, September), "Relationship Between Business Environment and Entrepreneurial Performance of Managers of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMES)", Globus International Journal of Management & IT, Vol. 15, (Issue 1), pp 15-21
4Obidile, J. I. & Okeke, V. N.. (2023, September), "Emerging Technologies for Online Teaching and Learning of Accounting in Public Tertiary Institutions", Nigerian Journal of Business Education
5Obidile, J. I.. (2023, May), "Strategies for improving the utilization of e-learning in the teaching and learning of accounting in tertiary institutions in Anambra State", Journal of Vocational Education Studies (JOVES), Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 111-124
6Obidile, J. I., Ajegbu, F. & Chukwura, C. C.. (2023, September), "Perceived Effective Pedagogical Strategies for Open Distance Learning by Technical and Vocational Educators in Nigerian Universities for Sustainable Global Competitiveness", Journal of Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria
7Obidile, J. I., Madu, C.O. & Okoli, C.I.. (2023, November), "Identification of Vocational Training Needs of the Youths as a Strategy for Human Capital Development", International Journal of Vocational and Technical Education Research, Vol. 9, (Issue 4), pp 21-39
8Oguejiofor, J. O. & Obidile, J. I.. (2023, November), "Effects of Computer-aided Instruction on Students’ Performance in Use of English in Tertiary Institutions in Anambra State, Nigeria", Global Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 10), pp 58-68
9Obiefuna, B.A.C. & Obidile, J. I.. (2022, March), "Entrepreneurship Culture: An Intervention Mechanism for Youth Unemployment", International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 104-108
10Obidile, J. I.; Nwankwo, P. N. & Opara, L.. (2022, April), "Determination of factors affecting the growth and survival of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Anambra State", International Journal of education Humanities and Social Science, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 162-171
11Obidile, J. I. & Ezoem, B. U.. (2022, December), "Job satisfaction as a correlate of business educators work adjustment in colleges of education in Delta State", NAU Journal of Technology and Vocational Education, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 9-16
12Obidile, J. I. & Ezoem, B. U.. (2022, October), "Relationship between motivation and work adjustment of business educators in colleges of education in Delta State", Nigerian Journal of Business Education, Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 223-229
13Obidile, J. I. & Ikpat, N. H.. (2022, September), "Business educators' perceived strategies for enhancing entrepreneurial skills among students for sustainable peace and development", Journal of Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria, Vol. 28, (Issue 2), pp 19-26
14Obidile, J. I.. (2021, March), "Creating Effective Teaching And Learning In The Classroom Through Problem Based Teaching Method (PBTM): Guidance For Accounting Teachers In The Developing Countries", Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science, Vol. 34, (Issue 1), pp 103-112
15Eze, T. I., Nwakanma, S. & Obidile, J. I.. (2021, March), "Teaching And Supervision As Determinants Of Post-Graduate Studies Completion Time In Vocational And Technical Education Programmes In South-South Nigerian Universities", Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science, Vol. 34, (Issue 1), pp 18-29
16Obidile, J. I.. (2021, July), "Challenges of teaching and learning of accounting in the pandemic era in public tertiary institutions in Anambra State", Journal of Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria, Vol. 27, (Issue 1), pp 63-78
17Eze, T. I., Obidile, J. I. & Okotubu, J. O.. (2020, April), "Effect Of Cognitive Apprenticeship Instructional Method On Academic Achievement And Retention Of Auto Mechanics Technology Students In Technical Colleges In Delta State", European Journal of Education Studies, Vol. 6, (Issue 11), pp 180-190
18Eze, T. I., Obidile, J. I. & Akamobi, O. G.. (2020, January), "Relative Effectiveness Of Constructivism And Meta-learning Teaching Methods On Students' Academic Achievement And Retention In Basic Electricity In Technical Colleges", European Journal of Training and Development Studies, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 55-63
19Eze, T. I., Obidile, J. I. & Okotubu, J. O.. (2020, June), "Effect Of Gender On Students' Academic Achievement And Retention In Auto Mechanic Technology In Technical Colleges In Delta State, Nigeria", London Journal of Research in Humanities and Social Sciences, Vol. 20, (Issue 1), pp 25-32
20Eze, T. I., Ekon, M. G. & Obidile, J. I.. (2020, March), "Effect Of Edutainment Instructional Approach On Students' Academic Achievement And Retention In Building Technology In Technical Colleges", International Research in Higher Education, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 34-42
21Obidile, J. I., Obi, O. C. & Ikpat, N. H.. (2020, July), "Technical Vocational Education And Training (TVET): Tool For Combating Insecurity In Nigeria", International Journal of Vocational and Technical Education Research (IJVTER), Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 21-28
22Eze, T. I., Nwakanma, S. & Obidile, J. I.. (2020, December), "Post-Graduate Studies Completion Time In Vocational And Technical Education Programmes In South-South Nigerian Universities: Students' Related Determinants", International Journal of Vocational Education and Training Research, Vol. 6, (Issue 2), pp 34-40
23Obidile, J. I. & Obi, O. C.. (2020, January), "Assessment Of Adequacy, Availability And Extent Of Utilization Of Instructional Materials In The Teaching Of Business Studies In Secondary Schools In Anambra State", African Research Review, Vol. 14, (Issue 1), pp 52-60
24Eze, T. I., Obidile, J. I. & Akamobi, O. G.. (2019, November), "Relative Effectiveness of Constructivism and Meta-Learning Teaching Methods on Male and Female Students’ Academic Achievement and Retention in Basic Electricity in Technical Colleges", Journal of Education and Practice, Vol. 10, (Issue 33), pp 58-64
25Obidile, J. I. & Ikpat, N. H.. (2019, October), "Identification of challenges confronting business education student-teachers during the teaching practice programme for optimum teacher development", UNIZIK Journal of Education graduates, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 236-245
26Obidile, J. I. & onyeagba, J. N.. (2019, June), "Business Education In The E-world: Challenges And The Way Forward", US-China Education Review A, Vol. 9, (Issue 6), pp 267-272
27Obidile, J. I. & Eze, P. C.. (2018, November), "Perceived effectiveness of instructional strategies for teaching Business Studies in secondary schools in Anambra State", UNIZIK Journal of Education Graduates, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 34-40
28Obidile, J. I. & Uzoekwe, H. E.. (2018, August), "Revitalization Of The Technical And Vocational Education (TVE) Programmes For Youth Empowerment In Nigeria", International Journal of Vocational Education and Training Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 45-47
29Eze, T. I. & Obidile, J. I.. (2018, February), "Entrepreneurship Education: Challenges And Prospects", Journal of Education and Practice, Vol. 9, (Issue 20), pp 22-24
30Obidile, J. I. & Uzoekwe, H. E.. (2018, September), "Effects Of Discussion Method Of Teaching On Students' Academic Achievement In Accounting In Secondary Schools In Anambra State, Nigeria", International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies (IJIRAS), Vol. 5, (Issue 9), pp 105-109
31Obidile, J. I. & Uzoekwe, H. E.. (2018, September), "Influence Of Gender On Accounting Students' Academic Achievement And Retention In Secondary Schools In Anambra State, Nigeria", African Journal Research Review, Vol. 12, (Issue 4), pp 87-94
32Obidile, J. I.. (2018, December), "Strategies For Improving Technical And Vocational Education (TVE) Programme To Reduce Unemployment In Nigeria", NAU Journal of Technology and Vocational Education, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 1-10
33Obidile, J. I., Amobi, S. C. & Uzoekwe, H. E.. (2017, January), "Assessment of Entrepreneurial Skills Acquired by Graduating Business Education Students in South East Nigeria", International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 322-325
34Eze, T. I., Ezenwafor, J. I. & Obidile, J. I.. (2016, June), "Effects Of Problem-based Teaching Method On Students' Academic Performance And Retention In Financial Accounting In Technical Colleges In Anambra State", Scholars Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 6), pp 634-639
35Eze, T. I., Ezenwafor, J. I. & Obidile, J. I.. (2016, November), "Effect Of Gender On Students' Academic Performance And Retention In Accounting In Technical Colleges", British Journal of Education, Society & Behavioural Science, Vol. 18, (Issue 4), pp 1-9
36Okorafor, P. N., Obidile, J. I., Okorafor, A. O. & Uduanochie, C. A.. (2015, April), "Understanding Women's Position In Education: The Nigerian Experience", Educational Leadership and Policy Journal, Vol. 46, (Issue 3), pp 281-293
37Obidile, J. I.. (2014, October), "Vocational And Technical Education (VTE) In The 21st Century: The Way Forward", NAU Journal of Technology and Vocational Education, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-6
38Nwazor, J. C. & Obidile, J. I.. (2014, October), "Quality Assurance For Distributive Teacher Education In Nigeria Through Information And Communication Technology", NAU Journal of Technology and Vocational Education, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 100-106
39Ndinechi, G. I. & Obidile, J. I.. (2013, June), "Strategies considered effective for teaching accounting in tertiary institutions in Anambra State", Official Journal of Nigerian Accounting Association, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 133-143
40Obidile, J. I.. (2013, October), "Perceived Accounting Teachers’ Roles for Integrating ICT Facilities in the Teaching of Accounting", Journal of Vocational and Adult Education, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 62-68
41Uzoekwe, H. E., Akuezilo, J. A., Ezeobi, G. & Obidile, J. I.. (2012, July), "Study Habits As A Necessary Tool For Examination Success Among Secondary School Students", UNIZIK Orient Journal of Education, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 39-46

Academic Leadership Qualities

Supervisions
1"Motivation and job satisfaction as correlates of work adjustment of business educators in colleges of education in Delta State." (2023). Completed Masters project by Ezoem Uche Blessing (2019196014FA)
Grants
1Awardee: "Identification of Vocational Training Needs of the Youths as a Strategy for Human Capital Development" (January, 2022 to November, 2023). Completed sponsored grant by Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund)
Editorships
1Editor, "NAU Journal of Technology and Vocational Education" (November, 2022)
2Editor, "Innovative Concepts in Entrepreneurship" (May, 2021)
3Editor, "International Journal of Vocational & Technical Education Review (IJVOCTER)" (September, 2021)
4Editor, "Global Journal of Research" (November, 2021)
5Editor, "UNIZIK Journal of Education Graduates" (October, 2019)
6Editor, "International Journal Of Vocational Education And Training Research. Science Publishing Group, USA." (September, 2018)
7Editor, "Entrepreneurial Studies for University Students" (February, 2018)
Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "Journal of Education for Teaching" (August, 2022)
2Reviewer, "European Conference on Education" (October, 2018)
3Reviewer, "International Academic Forum (IAFOR)" (June, 2018)
Examinerships
1Examiner, "Administrative impediments to the effective implementation of entrepreneurship education programme in Universities in South East Nigeria" (October, 2021 to November, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam
2Examiner, "Self-rating of acquired job creation skills by graduating business education students in South East" (May, 2021 to February, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
3Examiner, "Relationship between principals cost reduction techniques and administrative effectiveness in public secondary schools in River State" (December, 2021 to February, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam
4Examiner, "Effect of cooperative learning strategy and inquiry-based learning on the achievement of senior secondary school students in physics in Awka education zone" (May, 2021 to July, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam
5Examiner, "Socio-demographic determinants for effective use of modern contraceptive among married women of child bearing age in Anambra State" (February, 2021 to May, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam
6Examiner, "Competency improvement needs of business teachers for effective teaching of business studies in secondary schools in Anambra State" (October, 2019 to January, 2023). Completed Internal-External Exam
7Examiner, "Extent of utilization of innovative pedagogical strategies for teaching vocational and technical education in tertiary institutions in Anambra State" (June, 2019 to May, 2022). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
8Examiner, "Effects of computer assisted instruction (CAI) on students' academic achievement, interest and retention in basic electricity" (September, 2019 to August, 2022). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
9Examiner, "Entrepreneurs' perception of factors hampering the growth of small scale enterprises in Enugu State" (October, 2019 to August, 2021). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
10Examiner, "Academic motivation and self esteem as correlate of secondary school students' achievement in Commerce in Anambra State" (September, 2023). Ongoing Internal-Internal Exam
11Examiner, "Business educators' rating of strategies considered effective for quality assurance in business education programme in tertiary institutions in Anambra State" (February, 2023). Ongoing Internal-External Exam
12Examiner, "Extent of implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by business organizations in Anambra State" (October, 2018). Ongoing Internal-External Exam
Contributions to the University/Society
1Vice President South East, "Association of Vocational and Technical Educators" (September, 2023)
2Coordinator, "SIWES Coordinator" (February, 2022)
3Member, "Technology and Vocational Education Research and Development Ethics Committee (TVERDEC)" (December, 2022)
4Member, "Committee on Demerging Technology and Vocational Education Department" (October, 2021 to November, 2022)
5Member, "Reduction of credit units for PGD courses in Business and Technology education" (July, 2021 to October, 2022)
6Secretary, "Departmental Board Secretary" (February, 2019 to October, 2021)
7Member, "Faculty of Education Committee on Teachers' Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)" (April, 2019 to November, 2022)
8Member, "Faculty of Education Examination Misconduct Committee" (April, 2019 to November, 2022)
9Member, "Departmental Committee on Course Rationalization" (June, 2019 to July, 2020)
10Chairman, "Technology and Vocational Education Welfare Committee" (December, 2019)
11Ward Collation Officer, "Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)" (February, 2019 to February, 2019)
12Proctor, "Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB)" (March, 2018 to March, 2018)
13Member, "Department of Entrepreneurship Workshop Committee" (February, 2017 to March, 2019)
14Member, "Department of Entrepreneurship Direct Teaching and Learning Cost Committee" (February, 2017 to March, 2019)
15ICT officer, "Department of Entrepreneurship ICT officer" (March, 2017 to March, 2019)
16Course Adviser, "PGDE Programme" (March, 2017 to October, 2021)
17Coordinator, "Entrepreneurial Studies of GST Unit" (October, 2017 to October, 2021)
18Coordinator, "Continuing Education Programme (CEP)" (December, 2016 to October, 2018)
19Member, "Faculty of Education Welfare Committee" (March, 2015 to April, 2019)
20Member, "Committee on creation of data base for the Department" (October, 2014 to March, 2019)
21Staff Adviser, 100 level students of Business Education, "Academic Staff Adviser" (October, 2014 to March, 2019)
22Member, "Departmental Accreditation Committee (Business Education)" (October, 2014 to February, 2019)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Full Member, "European Centre for Research Training and Development UK" - 50005909 (member since 2023), file:///C:/Users/user/Downloads/1%20(2).pdf
2Professional Member, "Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria (AVTEN)" - AVTEN/MB/189 (member since 2021), https://www.avten.org.ng
3Fellow Member, "Integrated Business School" - IBSNG 05095/2021 (member since 2021), https://www.ibsng.com.ng
4Fellow Member, "African Educationist Project" - AEP. 0738 (member since 2021), https://aepng.com.ng
5Professional Member, "Association of Business Educators of Nigeria (ABEN)" - MABEN/292 (member since 2013), https://abennigeria.net
6Professional Member, "Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)" - AN/T/00423 (member since 2012), https://www.trcn.org.ng

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"Guest Speaker at Ife Awkuzu Summit", (Awkuzu Youths), 2nd January, 2024 to 2nd January, 2024; Civic Centre Awkuzu
2"National Conference of the Association of Business Educators of Nigeria", (Association of Business Educators of Nigeria (ABEN)), 11th October, 2023 to 14th October, 2023; Lead University, Ibadan
3"Annual International Conference of the Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria", (Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria (AVTEN)), 27th September, 2023 to 30th September, 2023; University of Lagos, Lagos State
4"Annual International conference of Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria", (Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria (AVTEN)), 15th November, 2022 to 18th November, 2022; Akwanga, Nasarawa State
5"Annual Conference of the Association of Business Educators of Nigeria", (Association of Business Educators of Nigeria (ABEN)), 12th October, 2022 to 15th October, 2022; Amphitheatre, River State, Port-harcourt
6"Symposium on Scientific Research", (Gazi University, Turkey), 29th October, 2021 to 30th October, 2021; Zoom
7"Annual Conference of the Association of Business Educators of Nigeria", (Association of Business Educators of Nigeria (ABEN)), 13th October, 2021 to 15th October, 2021; Hall A, Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, Kogi State
8"Annual International conference of Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria", (Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria (AVTEN)), 20th September, 2021 to 24th September, 2021; Prof. Salami Hall, Faculty of Education, University of Benin, Benin city
9"International Council on Education for Teaching (ICET) Conference", (International Council of Teachers), 9th July, 2019 to 11th July, 2019; Glenburn Lodge and Spa, Muldersdrift, South Africa
10"London International Conference on Education (LICE)", (Cambridge University), 10th December, 2018 to 13th December, 2018; Moller Centre, Churchill College, Cambridge University, UK
11"International Conference of the Association of Business Educators of Nigeria", (Association of Business Educators of Nigeria (ABEN)), 14th November, 2018 to 14th November, 2018; Conference Hall of Bayelsa State Guest House, Maitama, Abuja
12"International Conference on Higher Education", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 18th April, 2016 to 22nd April, 2016; Auditorium UNIZIK
13"Annual Conference of the Association of Business Educators of Nigeria", (Association of Business Educators of Nigeria (ABEN)), 13th October, 2015 to 17th October, 2015; New Auditorium, Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, Osun State
14"National Conference of the Faculty of Education", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 17th September, 2014 to 20th September, 2014; Auditorium UNIZIK
15"Maiden National Conference of the Department of Educational Foundations", (Department of Educational Foundations, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 19th June, 2013 to 22nd June, 2013; Auditorium UNIZIK
16"National Conference of the Faculty of Education", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 1st August, 2012 to 4th August, 2012; Auditorium UNIZIK
Workshops
1"Workshop on Research Data Analysis", (Medical Research Society), 7th June, 2023 to 9th June, 2023; College of Health Sciences, Nnewi
2"4-Day Summer School workshop on Advanced Research Methods and Software Operation for Data Analysis", (African Higher Education and Research Observatory, UK), 2nd September, 2013 to 5th September, 2013; Stargate Hotel, Awka