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, 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
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | 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 |
| 2 | 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 |
| 3 | 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 |
| 4 | 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 |
| 5 | 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 |
| 6 | 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 |
| 7 | 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 |
| 8 | 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 |
| 9 | 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 |
| 10 | 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 |
| 11 | 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 |
| 12 | 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 |
| 13 | 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
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
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| 1 | Transcript officer, "Department of science Education" (July, 2021) |
| 2 | Mathematics academic adviser, "Department of science Education" (July, 2021) |
| 3 | Assistant mathematics academic adviser, "Department of science Education" (December, 2019 to June, 2021) |
| 4 | Postgraduate assistant coordinator, "Department of science Education" (December, 2019 to June, 2021) |
Relevant Events Attended
| Other Events | |
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| 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 |