Mrs. Achugbu Nympher Chinwe
Mrs. Achugbu Nympher Chinwe is a LECTURER I in SCIENCE EDUCATION Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
A lecturer and a researcher in the department of science education aimed to inspire students to pursue academic and personal excellence. A scientist with special interest in laboratory based work with the responsibilities that includes planning and conducting experiments, recording and analyzing data with over ten years experience in the practical and field research as a lecturer. I have successfully authored and co-authored several academic peer-reviewed research publications both locally and internationally.
Personal Information
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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, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, February, 2026) February, 2019 to February, 2026 Ph. D Chemistry Education |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Master Degree, June, 2018) September, 2011 to February, 2018 M.Sc Chemistry Education |
| 3 | Anambra State College Of Education Nsugbe. (NCE, October, 1997) September, 1992 to October, 1995 NCE Chemistry/Mathematics |
| 4 | Anambra State College Of Education Nsugbe. (NCE, October, 1997) September, 1992 to October, 1995 NCE Chemistry/Mathematics |
| 5 | Girls High School, Awgbu. (SSCE, March, 1990) September, 2021 to June, 1989 SSCE |
| 6 | Union Primary School Awgbu. (FSLC, October, 1984) September, 1978 to March, 1984 FSLC |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka July, 2019 to Present |
| 2 | Technologist, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka December, 2012 to July, 2019 |
| 3 | Part-time Lecturer, Center For Continuing Education, Awka Center, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education, Nsugbe September, 2008 to Present |
| 4 | Chemistry teacher, Tansi International College, Awka February, 2008 to December, 2012 |
| 5 | NYSC and PTA Chemistry teacher, Federal Science And Technical College Awka February, 2005 to March, 2007 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Achugbu, C. N & Okoli, J. N. (2026, January), "Locus of Control as of secondary School Students' Interest in Chemistry in Anambra state, Nigeria", International Journal of Innovative Approaches to Learning and Teaching, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 13-28 |
| 2 | Achugbu, C. N & Okoli, J. N. (2025, December), "Self-Efficacy as predictor of secondary school students' Achievement in Chemistry", Unizik Journal of Educational Research, Science and Vocational Studies, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 450-457 |
| 3 | Dr. Nwafor, S. C, Odukwe, O. C., & Achugbu, C. N. J. (2024, May), "Self-Esteem as a correlate of Students' Achievement in Chemistry in Anambra state, Nigeria", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 2, (Issue 5), pp 20-24 |
| 4 | Abumchukwu,A.A., Eke J.A.,Achugbu, C.N.J. (2021, June), "Effect Of Ethnochemistry Instructional Strategy On Secondary School Students ' Achievement In Chemistry In Onitsha Education Zone", African Journal of Science, Technology & Mathematics Education (AJSTME), Vol. 6, (Issue 2251), pp 121-128 |
| 5 | Pius, Promise O., Achugbu, C. N. J, Chikendu, Rebecca E.. (2021, June), "The Effect of Animated Media Instructional Strategy on Male and Female Student' Retention in Chemistry", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 6 | Egolum, Evelyn O., Pius Promise O., Achugbu, C. N. J. (2021, June), "Effect of Animated Media Instructional Strategy on Male and Female Students' Interests in Chemistry", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 7 | Okwuduba, E.N., Nwosu, K.C.,Okigbo, E.C.,Samuel, N.N.,Achugbu, C.N.J. (2021, July), "Impact Of Intra Personal And Interpersonal Emotional Intelligence And Self-directed Learning On Academic Performance Among Pre-university Science Students.", Heliyon, 7(3), Vol. 7, (Issue 06611) |
| 8 | ACHUGBU C.N.J, Eke J.A. (2020, October), "Digitalization Of Teaching And Learning Of Chemistry In Anambra State: Focus On The Immigrant Teachers", International journal of Research and Development (IJRD)., Vol. 5, (Issue 10), pp 373-383 |
| 9 | Achugbu Chinwe.N.J, Okoli, J. N.. (2020, September), "Effect Of Problem Solving Instructional Technique On Students Interest And Academic Achievement In Chemistry In Anambra State", Unknown Journal or Publisher |
| 10 | Achugbu C.N J , Okoli J.N. (2020, November), "Effect Of Problem Solving Instructional Technique On Secondary School Students' Interest In Chemistry In Anambra State, Nigeria", IOSR Journal of Research & Method in Education (IOSR-JRME), Vol. 10, (Issue 2320), pp 36-41, www.josrjournals.org. |
| 11 | Eke, J.A, Achugbu, C.N.J. (2020, October), "Social Media Usage By ChemistryTeachers For Instructional Delivery In Anambra State Secondary Schools: Affordances And Challenges.", European Academic Research, 8(7), pp 4625-4550 |
| 12 | ACHUGBU C.N.J, Eke J.A. (2020, October), "Effect Of Problem Solving Instructional Technique On Secondary School Students' Achievement In Chemistry In Anambra State, Nigeria", The International Journal of Humanities & Social Studies, 8(6), Vol. 8, (Issue 6), pp 421-428, DOI 10.24940/thijhss/2020/v8/i6/HS2006-125. |
| 13 | Agbasi, S.O, Achugbu, C N.J. (2020, October), "Effect Of Reinforcement On Secondary School Students Academic Achievement In Chemistry", FESTSCRIFT |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Editorships | |
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| 1 | Editor, "Unizik journal of STM Education" (July, 2024) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Enhancing Secondary School student's knowledge retention in Mathematics using Think-Pair-Share Instructional strategies in mathematics in Onitsha Education Zone, Anambra State" (August, 2025) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Competencies required by Chemistry Teacher for Learning of Chemistry in Secondary Schools in Orumba south Local Government Area" (September, 2024) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "Leverage on the impact of Age and Level of Education on Effective use of Modern contraceptives among young mothers in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (September, 2024) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Personal Assistant (III) to the Acting Vice-Chancellor (on Documentation), "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (May, 2025 to November, 2025) |
| 2 | JUPEB Supervisor for Chemistry, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (October, 2025) |
| 3 | Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (September, 2024) |
| 4 | Sandwich Coordinator, "Department of Science Education" (October, 2024 to July, 2025) |
| 5 | Chemistry Programme Coordinator, "Department of Science Education" (October, 2020 to July, 2023) |
Relevant Events Attended
| Other Events | |
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| 1 | "South- East Chemistry Festival", (Chemistry society of Nigeria), 11th December, 2019 to 11th December, 2019; Chike Okoli center for Entrepreneurial studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 2 | "STAN National Conference", (STAN), 3rd August, 2015 to 3rd August, 2015; Federal Science Technical college Awka |
| 3 | "Education For National Transformation", (Faculty of education, Unizik, Awka), 14th August, 2012 to 14th August, 2012; University auditorium |