Miss. Onyebuchi, Sussan Egwu
Miss. Onyebuchi, Sussan Egwu is a LECTURER II in SCIENCE EDUCATION Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Suzy is a passionate academic, inspiring educator, and accomplished researcher at the Department of Science Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. With a focus on Biology Education, Suzy brings vibrant energy and a dedication to inclusive education to the classroom. Her teaching philosophy fosters a love for science, critical thinking, and an inclusive learning environment for all students. Through innovative research, Suzy explores ways to enhance science education and promote inclusivity. Join Suzy on this exciting journey of education, discovery, and empowering the next generation of learners.
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
Biology Education, Science Education, Teacher Education
Biology Education, Science Education, Teacher Education
Innovative Pedagogies, Technologies And Approaches In Science Education, Inclusive Education, Teacher Education, Entrepreneurship, Gender Issues And Environmental Sustainability Development
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Nigeria. (Master Degree, January, 2022) February, 2017 to November, 2021 M. Sc(Ed.) Science Education/Biology |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, December, 2021) February, 2017 to September, 2021 M.Sc(Ed.) In View Science Education/Biology |
| 3 | ZIXTON PRIMARY SCHOOL, OFUFE NZA OZUBULU. (FSLC, February, 2018) June, 1994 to December, 1999 FSLC PRIMARY SCHOOL |
| 4 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Bachelor Degree, December, 2015) February, 2011 to December, 2014 B.Sc (Ed.) Science Education/Biology |
| 5 | Federal College Of Education (Technical), Umunze, Anambra. (NCE, September, 2010) September, 2006 to July, 2009 Nigeria Certificate In Education Computer/Biology Education |
| 6 | Royal Comprehensive College Baruwa Iyana Ipaja Lagos. (SSCE, September, 2007) September, 1999 to July, 2006 SSCE SECONDARY SCHOOL |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka November, 2022 to Present |
| 2 | Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka November, 2021 to November, 2022 |
| 3 | Graduate Assistant, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2019 to November, 2021 |
| 4 | Assistant Examiner for Biology II (Essay), National Examination Council (NECO) September, 2018 to Present |
| 5 | Assistant Examiner for Biology II (Essay), The West African Examinations Council (WAEC), West African Examination Council (WAEC) August, 2017 to Present |
| 6 | Nhealth Volunteer, General Hospital, Ukpor December, 2016 to February, 2019 |
| 7 | Part-time Biology Teacher, Kings Secondary School, DCC Nnewi October, 2016 to March, 2019 |
| 8 | Corps Member, Federal University Of Technology (FUTA), Akure November, 2015 to October, 2016 |
| 9 | Biology/Computer Teacher, Christ The Way Secondary School, Uruagu Nnewi October, 2014 to October, 2015 |
| 10 | Form Teacher and Basic Science Teacher, Sancta Maria Secondary School, Nza Ozubulu, Anambra State. October, 2009 to December, 2011 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Egwu, S. O., Nwuba, I. S., & Mbaegbu, S. C.. (2025, May) Undergraduate Students' Experience of Information and Communication Technology Integration in Teaching and Learning of Biology in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Eagle Leap Publication, Pune., Vol. 3, pp 53-67. |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | 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 (IRJSTEM), Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 29-44 |
| 2 | Nwuba, I.S., Opara, J.U., Okani, I.I., Egwu, S.O., Awosika, O.F., Christian-Ike, N.O.. (2024, April), "Restructuring Teaching and Learning of Biology for Academic Excellence in a Conventional Classroom Using Integrated Innovative Formative Assessment Techniques.", Science and Education, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 313-326 |
| 3 | Nwuba, I.S, Isaac-Martin, C.M, Agwuna, C.C., Mbaegbu, C.S., Egwu, S.O., Awosika, O.F.. (2024, March), "Probing Secondary School Students' Test Anxiety in Biology Using Inquiry-Based Instructional Approach in Anambra State.", Edukasiana: Jurnal Inovasi Pendidikan, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 204-213 |
| 4 | Nwuba, I.S., Egwu, S.O., Nwoye, A.N. and Awosika, O.F.. (2023, May), "Science Teachers' Awareness and Utilization of Innovative formative Assessment Techniques for Assessing Students in Science Classrooms in Anambra State", Journal Plus Education, Vol. 33, (Issue -1), pp 133 -146 |
| 5 | Nwuba, I.S., Egwu, S.O., Awosika, O.F., and Osuafor, A.M.. (2023, June), "Examining of crossover instructional strategy toward biology students' academic performance in secondary schools", Inornatus: Biology Education Journal, Vol. -3, (Issue -2), pp 50 - 59 |
| 6 | Nwuba, I.S., Egwu, S.O., and Osuafor, A.M.. (2022, February), "Enhancing Academic Achievement of Secondary School Students in Biology Using Mnemonic Integrated Instruction.", Journal Plus Education, Vol. -34, (Issue 1), pp 254 -265 |
| 7 | Nwuba, I.S., Egwu, S.O., Awosika, O.F., and Osuafor, A.M.. (2022, April), "Fostering Secondary School Students’ Interest in Biology using Numbered Heads Together Cooperative Instructional Strategy", The Universal Academic Research Journal, Vol. 5, (Issue -2), pp 48 - 56 |
| 8 | Nwuba, I.S., Egwu, S.O., Awosika, O.F., and Osuafor, A.M.. (2022, July), "Secondary School Students’ Critical Thinking Ability as Correlate of their Academic Achievement in Biology in Awka Education Zone, Nigeria", Humanities Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. -3, (Issue -4), pp 201 - 210 |
| 9 | Nwuba, I.S., Osuafor, A.M., Egwu, S.O., and Awosika, O.F.. (2022, September), "Promoting Senior High School Students’ Acquisition of Science Process Skills in Biology Using Experiential Learning Approach in Anambra State, Nigeria.", Asian Journal of Interdisciplinary Research, Vol. 54, (Issue -4), pp 24 - 33 |
| 10 | Sussan O. Egwu, Ebele C. Okigbo. (2021, March), "Effect Of Field Trip On Secondary School Students' Academic Achievement In Ecology In Anambra State", South Eastern Journal of Research and Sustainable Development (SEJRSD), Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 140 - 156 |
| Projects | |
| 1 | Sussan O. Egwu, Abigail M. Osuafor. (2014, July), "Sourcing And Use Of Local Materials In Teaching And Learning Of Biology In Orumba South L.G.A". |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
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| 1 | Secretary, "Alumni Homecoming Exhibition Committee in Science Education Department" (May, 2025) |
| 2 | Assistant Academic Adviser for Biology Option, "Science Education Department - Assistant Academic Adviser for Biology Option" (January, 2024) |
| 3 | Member, "Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) Committee in the Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NAU)" (January, 2024) |
| 4 | Secretary, "Examination Committee, Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (April, 2021) |
| 5 | Assistant Coordinator, "Science Education Department Library, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (April, 2021 to March, 2023) |
| 6 | Assistant Course Adviser for Biology Option, "Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (April, 2021) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Science Teachers' Association of Nigeria (STAN)" (member since 2019), http://stanonline.org |
| 2 | Full Member, "Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU)" (member since 2019), https://asuunigeria.org |
| 3 | Full Member, "Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)" - AN/R/01590 (member since 2014), https://trcn.gov.ng/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Use of Emerging Technologies in African Education and Development", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka in Collaboration with FONTIS AID Foundation Anambra, Nigeria), 1st May, 2024 to 4th May, 2024; ASUU-NAU Secretariat, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
| 2 | "Education in a Period of Socio-political and Economic Uncertainty", (Faculty of Education, NAU Awka - 2023 National (Hybrid) Conference), 31st October, 2023 to 3rd November, 2023; ASUU-NAU Secretariat |
| 3 | "Re-engineering Education for Good Governance, Security, Creativity and Environmental Protection for National Development in COVID-19 Pandemic Era", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "DRI/ASUU Winning National Research Fund (NRF) Workshop", (Directorate of Research and Innovation & ASUU-NAU), 13th August, 2024 to 13th August, 2024; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 2 | "Equity in Research Mentorship Implementation Study Orientation Workshop – Theme: Empowering Early Career Female Academics in Biosciences for Effective Leadership", (The Biosciences Faculty of Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Collaboration with London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, SESH Global, SIHI and WHO TDR Global), 17th May, 2024 to 17th May, 2024; Faculty of Biosciences Boardroom |
| 3 | "Fundamentals of Research Supervision and Work Ethics", (NAU, Faculty of Education Workshop/Seminar Committee), 26th September, 2023 to 26th September, 2023; ASUU-NAU Secretariat |
| Webinar | |
| 1 | "SIHI Talks Webinar on Leveraging Digital Platforms to Improve Access to Mental Health Services", (Social Innovation in Health Initiative (SIHI)), 26th September, 2024 to 26th September, 2024; Zoom |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "WORKSHOP - Ekwueme Centre For Multi-Disciplinary Research, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka", (Ekwueme Centre for Multi-Disciplinary Research, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 6th August, 2021 to 6th August, 2021; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 2 | "STAN Annual Conference", (STAN - Science Teachers Association of Nigeria), 19th August, 2019 to 24th August, 2019; Kano |
| 3 | "International Conference - Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 11th June, 2018 to 14th June, 2018; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 4 | "State STAN Conference", (STAN Anambra State & PPSSC, Awka), 30th May, 2018 to 1st June, 2018; Awka |
| 5 | "WORKSHOP - Employee Assistance Professionals Association -Nigeria & SPGS, NAU Awka", (Employee Assistance Professionals Association -Nigeria & SPGS, NAU Awka), 21st May, 2018 to 21st May, 2018; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |