Dr. Uzoamaka Chimuanya Okafor-agbala
Dr. Uzoamaka Chimuanya Okafor-agbala is a LECTURER I in SCIENCE EDUCATION Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Uzoamaka Chimuanya okafor-agbala, a staff of nnamdi azikiwe university. Research interest are in mathematics education, mental health, AI and mathematics. I am married with children.
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Address: | Science Education, Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
Department/Sub-Unit: | SCIENCE EDUCATION |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University. (Doctor of Philosophy, January, 2023) October, 2013 to January, 2023 PhD Mathematics Education |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, February, 2012) March, 2008 to February, 2012 M.sc(Ed) Science Education |
| 3 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, August, 2007) November, 2000 to July, 2007 B.sc(Ed) Science Education |
| 4 | Federal Government College, Idoani, Ondo State Nigeria. (SSCE, September, 2000) January, 1995 to July, 2000 |
| 5 | Christ The King Nursery/primary School, Okene. (FSLC, August, 1995) September, 1988 to July, 1994 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka August, 2019 to Present |
| 2 | Mathematics teacher, Nnamdi Azikiwe University High School Awka October, 2011 to August, 2019 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Emmanuel C Nwigboji, Uzoamaka Chimuanya Okafor-Agbala. (2025, August) Innovative strategies for enhancing mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills in Nigeria classrooms Association of Science Educators Anambra (ASEA), pp 85-97 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Awosika, O F, Nwuba,I.S, Oguejiofor, CN, Okafor-Agbala,UC &Ndinyelum, OM. (2026, March), "MULTIMEDIA UTILISATION AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN BIOLOGY: A CROSS-SECTIONAL SURVEY OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN AWKA EDUCATION ZONE", UNIZIK Journal of STM Education, Vol. 9, (Issue 1) |
| 2 | Uzoamaka Chimuanya Okafor-Agbala,Opeyemi Fadekemi Awosika, Izunna Shedrack Nwuba, Angela Adanna Abumchukwu,Ifeanyi Oramadike. (2026, January), "Preservice science teachers ' perceived influence of artificial intelligence application on their academic motivation in Anambra State", UNIZIK Orient Journal of Education(UNIOJE), Vol. 12, (Issue 2), pp 36-42 |
| 3 | Uzoamaka Chimuanya Okafor-Agbala , Edith Chinyere Onyeka, Nwuba Izunna Shedrack, Grace Nwakaego Okoye. (2026, March), "Perceived influence of the use of mother tongue in the learning of mathematics in secondary schools in Awka Education zone", STEM JOURNAL of ANAMBRA STATE, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 74-83 |
| 4 | Nwigboji Emmanuel C, Okafor -Agbala Uzoamaka Chimuanya. (2025, June), "Effectiveness of Flipped Classroom Strategy on Secondary School Students Achievement in Algebra in Ebonyi South Education Zone Ebonyi State", Journal of Science Education and Research JSER, Vol. 2, pp 31-44 |
| 5 | Obiekezie MC, Egolum EO, Enebechi RI, Okafor-Agbala UC, Abumchukwu AA, Chikendu RE, Ekoyo DO, Eke JA, Awosika OF, Onyeka EC. (2025, February), "Social learning environment and -solving technique on science education University students ' attitudes: does gender moderate relationship?", Asian journal of university education, Vol. 21, (Issue 1), pp 119-134 |
| 6 | Stephen Chinedu Nwafor, Chinyere Jennifer Ukachukwu, Florence Obiageli Ezeudu, Uzoamaka Chimuanya OkaforAgbala. (2025, August), "Blended learning:A key to unlocking students' interest and retention in Basic Science", International journal of Research IJR), Vol. 12, (Issue 8), pp 123-140, ISSN 2348-6848 |
| 7 | OkaforAgbala Uzoamaka C,Abumchukwu Angela A, Awosika Opeyemi F. (2025, December), "Social MILIEU AS A PREDICTOR OF SCIENCE STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC STATE. PERFORMANCE IN AWKASOUTHLOCALGOVERNMENTAREA,ANAMBRA", UNIZIK Journal of STM Education, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 89-101, ISSN 1597-8249 |
| 8 | Uzoamaka C. OkaforAgbala (Ph.D), Edith C. Onyeka(Ph.D), OkwuchukwuK. Okonkwo (Ph. D), Grace N. Okoye. (2025, December), "META-COGNITIVE UTILIZATION SKILLS AS CORRELATES OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN MATHEMATICS IN ANAMBRA STATE", JOURNAL OF INNOVATIONS IN SCIENCE EDUCATION, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 1-15 |
| 9 | Awosika OF, Austin N, Ikusika BA, Mbaegbu CS, Okafor -Agbala UC. (2025, May), "Mitigating insecurity challenges in Nigeria: Transformative roles of science education", STEM journal of Anambra State, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 83-93 |
| 10 | Ezeonwumelu Victor ugochukwu, Anierobi Elizabeth Ifeoma, Okafor-Agbala Uzoamaka Chimuanya, Onyebuchi Albert Chukwuemeka, Akudolu Chikerenma Adanma. (2024, June), "Lecturers workload as a correlate of work burnout and research procrastination in Anambra State", International journal of research publication and reviews, Vol. 5, (Issue 6), pp 1945-1950 |
| 11 | Nwuba, I.S., Egwu, S.O., Okafor-Agbala, U.C., Christian-Ike, N.O., Okoye, N.T., Ekoyo, D.O.. (2024, September), "Innovative Pedagogical Approaches for Classroom Delivery: The Science Teachers’ Perspective.", International Research Journal of Science, Technology, Education, and Management, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 29-44 |
| 12 | Okafor-Agbala Uzoamaka Chimuanya, Onyeka Edith Chinyere, Amobi Uchenna Vivian, Ekoyo Destiny Onyebuchi. (2024, March), "Extent of science teacher's preparedness for effective classroom delivery in the era of socio-political and economic uncertainty in Awka", UNIZIK Orient Journal of Education, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 26 -34 |
| 13 | ONYEKA, EDITH CHINYERE, DR. ALBERT TOBECHUKWU NWAMARADI; & OKAFORAGBALA UZOAMAKA CHIMUANYA. (2023, May), "PRACTICAL-BASED INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGY AND PUPILS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN MATHEMATICS N UKWA -WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF ABIA STATE, NIGERIA.", TIMBOU -AFRICA ACADEMIC PUBLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL, Vol. 13, (Issue 8), pp 107-114 |
| 14 | KWELLE CLIFFORD OBIOMA,Edith Chinyere Onyeka ,Okafor-Agbala, Uzoamaka Chimuanya. (2023, December), "EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING STRATEGY AND STUDENTS’ PERFORMANCE IN MATHEMATICS ON THE COGNITIVE DOMAIN OF BLOOMS’ TAXONOMY IN RIVER STATE, NIGERIA", UNIZIK Journal of STM Education, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 82-91 |
| 15 | E C Onyeka, A T Nwamardi, UC Okafor-Agbala. (2023, February), "Effect of mother tongue on primary school pupils academic achievement and interest in mathematics in Abia State", Unizik journal of educational research and policy studies, Vol. 15, (Issue 2), pp 41-58 |
| 16 | Akpan ET, Charles-Ogan GI, Eze FB, Okafor-Agbala UC, Onyeka EC. (2023, September), "Technology enhanced learning: Utilisation of symbolab manipulative instruction and performance of students in quadratic graphs.", Asian journal of advanced research and reports, Vol. 17, (Issue 11), pp 32-42 |
| 17 | Onyeka EC, Okafor-Agbala UC, Okonkwo OK. (2023, July), "Improving Senior Secondary School Students' Academic Performance in Mathematics through Collaborative Teaching Method in Anambra State, Nigeria", ISSRA Journal of Education, Linguistics and Literature, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 8-13 |
| 18 | Okonkwo Okwuchukwu K, Okafor-Agbala Uzoamaka Chimuanya, Obikezie Maxwell Chukwunazo. (2022, October), "Self concept as correlates of cognitive development of senior secondary school mathematics students in Anambra State", Advance Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Vol. 7, (Issue 10), Infact factor 6.2 |
| 19 | Okafor-Agbala Uzoamaka Chimuanya, Obikezie Maxwell Chukwunazo, Okonkwo Okwuchukwu K. (2022, June), "Self concept as correlates of secondary school mathematics achievement in Anambra State", International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews, Vol. 3, (Issue 6), pp 3664-3668, Impact factor 5.536 |
| 20 | Okafor-Agbala, Uzoamaka Chimuanya, Prof. Okigbo, Ebele Chinelo. (2021, December), "Influence of metacognitive utilization skill and gender on secondary school students ' performance in mathematics", IOSR Journal of Research and Method in Education, Vol. 11, (Issue 6), pp 54-59, Doi:10.979017388-1106035459 |
| 21 | Okigbo Ebele Chinelo, Okafor-Agbala Uzoamaka Chimuanya. (2021, December), "Relationship between self -efficacy and academic performance of students' in mathematics in Anambra State, Nigeria", South eastern journal of research and sustainable development(SEJRSD ), Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 58-74, ISsN:2705-2001 |
| 22 | Osuafor, A.M ; Okafor-agbala, A.C. (2016, June), "Early-career women scientists' perception of the challenges of gender inequality and retention in science and technology.", International Journal of Science and research (IJSR), Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 2465-2468 |
| 23 | Osuafor,A.M, Okafor-agbala, A.C. (2015, April), "Empowerment of the girl-child in science and technology education for sustainable development: challenges and way forward.", International Journal of the forum for African women educationalist (IJFAWE), Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 79-90 |
| 24 | Offiah, F.C ; Esiana, A.C. (2013, July), "Students' Social Classroom Learning Environment As Correlates Of Their Academic Achievement In Mathematics", Journal of Science Teachers' Association of Nigeria (JSTAN), Vol. 48, (Issue 1), pp 49-56 |
| 25 | Osuafor, A.M., Esiana, A.C.. (2012, May), "Effect Of Gender And School Type On Science And Mathematics Students' Performance In Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE)", Journal of Forum for African Women Educationalist Nigeria (FAWE), Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 19-29 |
| 26 | Offiah, F.C , Osuafor, A.M, Esiana, A.C. (2012, June), "Gender Equality And Empowerment Of Women In Science Education. The Challenges Of Implementation Of The Millennium Development Goals", Journal of Forum for African Women Educationalist Nigeria (FAWE), Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 1-10 |
| 27 | Offiah, F.C ; Esiana, A.C. (2012, June), "The Impact Of School Location And Students' Attitude Towards Mathematics On Their Academic Achievement.", International Journal of Development Digest (IJDD) Mid year Edition, Vol. 14, (Issue 1), pp 12-21, ISSN- 1934-8339 |
| 28 | Offiah, F.C, Samuel, N.N.C, Esiana, A.C. (2011, May), "Meta-cognitive Learning Cycle: An Innovative Method For Enhancing Students Critical Thinking Ability.", IJERD, Vol. 1 |
| 29 | Offiah, F.C ; Esiana, A.C. (2011, July), "Awareness And Usage Of E-learning Among Secondary School Teachers In Awka Education Zone Of Anambra State.", Unizik orient journal of education, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 30-35 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "Effect of Gamification Instructional Strategy on Upper Basic School St" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Nwosu Ifeanyi Celestine 2025606052PN |
| 2 | "Learning style preferences, academic resilience and emotional intelligence as correlate of secondary school students academic achievement" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Obu Ifunanya Maria 2024606011FN |
| 3 | "SELF- REGULATED LEARNING ABILITY AND METACOGNITIVE SKILLS AS PREDICTORS OF STUDENTS " ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN MATHEMATICS IN AWKA EDUCATION ZONE" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Onuorah Faith Ulomachukwu; 2024606018FN |
| 4 | "Relative effectiveness of Differentiated and Reflective instructional Strategies on Senior secondary Students' interest and performance in Mathematics in Awka Education Zone." (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Anagbado Mirian Adaora, 2025606016FN. |
| 5 | "Creative intelligence and social support as a predictor of secondary school students academic achievements in chemistry in Anambra State" (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Ndibe Nkiru Maryann, 2024606001PN |
| 6 | "Moderated relationship between mathematics anxiety, previous mathematics examination scores and students' achievement in mathematics in Ebonyi State." (2026). Ongoing Masters project by Jamiu Atanda Akinosi ; 2025606046FN |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "Unizik Journal of STM Education" (April, 2025) |
| 2 | Editor, "UNIZIK ORIENT JOURNAL OF EDUCATION" (April, 2024) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "Proposal" (October, 2026 to September, 2026). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "Masters" (October, 2024 to May, 2026). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "Masters" (October, 2024 to May, 2026). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 4 | Examiner, "Masters" (October, 2022 to May, 2026). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 5 | Examiner, "Faculty" (March, 2026). Ongoing Internal-External Exam |
| 6 | Examiner, "Faculty" (March, 2026). Ongoing Internal-Internal Exam |
| 7 | Examiner, "Proposal" (March, 2026). Ongoing Internal-External Exam |
| 8 | Examiner, "Proposal" (March, 2024). Ongoing Internal-Internal Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Chairman, publicity committee on maiden annual conference/home coming, "Science Education Department" (March, 2025 to July, 2025) |
| 2 | Chairman Accreditation committee for handbook, "Department of Science Education" (June, 2024 to November, 2024) |
| 3 | Academic adviser mathematics, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (October, 2023 to September, 2024) |
| 4 | Mathematics Programme coordinator, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (October, 2023 to August, 2024) |
| 5 | Secretary of Collaboration conference 2024, "Faculty of Education" (October, 2023 to October, 2024) |
| 6 | Transcript officer, "Department of science Education" (July, 2021) |
| 7 | Mathematics Programme coordinator, "Department of science Education" (July, 2021) |
| 8 | Assistant mathematics academic adviser, "Department of science Education" (December, 2019 to June, 2021) |
| 9 | Postgraduate assistant coordinator, "Department of science Education" (December, 2019 to June, 2021) |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Innovations and national development in STEM education", (Anambra State Chapter of Science teacher's Association of Nigeria), 5th December, 2025 to 6th December, 2025; Federal technical college, Awka |
| 2 | "Use of emerging technologies in African education and development", (Faculty of Education in collaboration with fontis aid foundation Anambra Nigeria), 1st May, 2024 to 4th May, 2024; ASUU secretariat, NAU |
| 3 | "Education in a period of social-political and economic uncertainty", (Faculty of Education Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 31st October, 2023 to 3rd November, 2023; Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| Workshop | |
| 1 | "Do it yourself research and statistics training", (Department of technology and vocational education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 20th February, 2024 to 23rd May, 2024; Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| Seminar | |
| 1 | "Research Mastery: The tools for effective research supervision for students", (Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 23rd February, 2026 to 24th February, 2026; Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Science Teachers Association Of Nigeria", (Stan), 15th August, 2016 to 20th August, 2016; Ekiti |
| 2 | "Science Teachers Association Of Nigeria", (Stan), 17th August, 2015 to 22nd August, 2015; Awka |
| 3 | "Science Teachers Association Of Nigeria", (Stan), 18th August, 2014 to 23rd August, 2014; Asaba |
| 4 | "Science Teachers Association Of Nigeria", (Stan), 12th August, 2013 to 17th August, 2013; Uyo |
| 5 | "Science Teachers Association Of Nigeria", (Stan), 15th August, 2011 to 21st August, 2011; Akure |