Dr. Opeyemi Fadekemi Awosika
Dr. Opeyemi Fadekemi Awosika is a LECTURER I in SCIENCE EDUCATION Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Awosika Opeyemi Fadekemi. I am a teacher and a researcher. I love teaching.
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. Anambra State. (Doctor of Philosophy, March, 2024) October, 2019 to March, 2024 PhD Doctor Of Philosophy (PhD) In Science Education (Biology Education) |
| 2 | Federal University Of Technology, Akure. (Master Degree, September, 2016) January, 2012 to June, 2016 M. Tech Biology |
| 3 | University Of Ado Ekiti. (Bachelor Degree, June, 2010) October, 2005 to August, 2008 BSc. Ed Biology |
| 4 | College Of Education, Ikere. (NCE, January, 2005) February, 2001 to August, 2004 NCE Biology/Integrated Science |
| 5 | St. Louis Girls Grammar School, Akure. (NECO, June, 2001) September, 1995 to May, 2001 NECO |
| 6 | Victory Nursery And Primary School, Akure. (FSLC, June, 1993) September, 1987 to June, 1993 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Member, Committee on Endowment for Projects, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka April, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Member, Committee on International Conference, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka April, 2025 to Present |
| 3 | Member of the Committee on Open and Distance Learning Programme NAU, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2025 to Present |
| 4 | Timetable Officer, Department of Science Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka November, 2024 to Present |
| 5 | Biology Option Academic Adviser, Science Education Department, NAU, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka November, 2021 to Present |
| 6 | Assistant Coordinator, Biology Academic Adviser, Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka July, 2021 to October, 2021 |
| 7 | Examination Committee Member, Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka July, 2021 to Present |
| 8 | Committee member on Public Lectures, Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka July, 2021 to December, 2024 |
| 9 | Assistant Departmental Secretary, Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka July, 2021 to December, 2024 |
| 10 | Committee member on Workshops, Seminars and Public Lectures, Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University March, 2021 to July, 2021 |
| 11 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka April, 2019 to Present |
| 12 | Class Teacher, Good News Grammar School, Oshinle Quarters. Akure November, 2011 to July, 2013 |
| 13 | Presiding Officer/Area Registration Officer, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) January, 2011 to January, 2011 |
| 14 | Personal Assistant to the Permanent Secretary, Ondo State Ministry of Community Development and Cooperative Services October, 2010 to October, 2011 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Obikezie Maxwell Chukwunazo , Egolum Evelyn Obianuju , Enebechi Regina Ijeamasi , Okafor-Agbala Uzoamaka Chimuanya , Abumchukwu Adanna Angela , Chikendu Rebecca Ebonam, Ekoyo, Destiny Onyebuchi, Eke Joy Anulika, Awosika Opeyemi Fadekemi, Onyeka Edith Chinyere. (2025, March), "Social Learning Environment and Problem-Solving Technique on Science Education University Students’ Attitudes: Does Gender Moderate the Relationship?", Asian Journal of University Education (AJUE), Vol. 1, pp 119-134, 21 |
| 2 | Opeyemi F. Awosika, Nwanaka Austin, Bamidele A. Ikusika, Chioma S. Mbaegbu, Uzoamaka C. Okafor-Agbala. (2025, May), "MITIGATING INSECURITY CHALLENGES IN NIGERIA: TRANSFORMATIVE ROLES OF SCIENCE EDUCATION", STEM JOURNAL OF ANAMBRA STAN, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 83-93 |
| 3 | Stephen Chinedu Nwafor, Opeyemi Fadekemi Awosika, Grace Nwanneka Okoye. (2024, March), "School-Based Assessment in Secondary School Science Learning: Teachers’ Perspective", Indonesian Journal of Teaching in Science, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 61-68 |
| 4 | Ifeoma, S. Udegbe; Fadekemi, O. Awosika; Juliana, I. Uzoma. (2024, July), "UNDER THE SHADOWS OF EXAMINATION MALPRACTICE: A CASE STUDY OF FEMALE BIOLOGY STUDENTS", IGBOSCHOLARS INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL, Vol. 17, (Issue 1), pp 96-102 |
| 5 | Regina Ijeamasi Enebechi, Amobi Uchenna Vivian, Awosika Opeyemi Fadekemi. (2024, October), "AWARENESS AND UTILIZATION OF E-LEARNING TOOLS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES BY SCIENCE EDUCATION STUDENTS’OF NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA", UNIZIK ORIENT JOURNAL OF EDUCATION, Vol. 12, (Issue 1), pp 118-129 |
| 6 | Izunna Nwuba, Isaac-Martin C Mmodum, Cynthia C Agwuna, Chioma S Mbaegbu, Sussan O Egwu, Opeyemi F Awosika. (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 |
| 7 | S. Nwuba Izunna, U. Opara Jessica, I. Okani Ifesinachukwu, O. Egwu Susan, O. Awosika Fadekemi, O. Christian-Ike Nwanneka. (2024, April), "Restructuring teaching and learning of biology for academic excellence in a conventional classroom using integrated innovative formative assessment techniques", Science and Education Scientific Journal, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 313-326 |
| 8 | Izunna S. Nwuba; Sussan O. Egwu; Opeyemi F. Awosika; Abigail M. Osuafor. (2023, June), "Examining of Crossover Instructional Strategy Toward Biology Student's Performance in Secondary Schools in Onitsha Education Zone", Inornatus: Biology Education Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 50-59 |
| 9 | Okekeokosisi, J., Mbaegbu, C., & Fadekemi, A. O.. (2023, January), "Effectiveness of Collaborative Learning Strategy on Undergraduate Science Education Students’ Achievement in Laboratory Organization and Management in Nigerian Universities", Puissant articles, Vol. 4, pp 917-927 |
| 10 | Opeyemi F. Awosika, Josephine N. Okoli. (2023, June), "EFFECT OF MIND MAPPING INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGY ON SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN BIOLOGY IN AWKA EDUCATION ZONE", South Eastern Journal of Research and Sustainable Development, (Issue 2), pp 29-49, 13 |
| 11 | Izunna S. Nwuba; Sussan O. Egwu; Opeyemi F. Aluko; Amarachukwu N. Nwoye. (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. 32, (Issue 1), pp 133-146 |
| 12 | Opeyemi Fadekemi Awosika, Josephine Nwanneka Okoli. (2023, October), "Nurturing Secondary Schools Student's Academic Interest in Biology using Mind Mapping Instructional Strategy", International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, Vol. 7, (Issue 10), pp 848-856 |
| 13 | Esther Ebele Akachukwu, Gloria Ogechukwu Ezeobi, Opeyemi Fadekemi Awosika. (2023, December), "GOAL SETTING SELF-REGULATED LEARNING AS CORRELATE OF SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL TWO (SS 2) STUDENTS’INTEREST IN BIOLOGY", UNIZIK Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies, Vol. 16, (Issue 5), pp 437-447 |
| 14 | Izunna Shedrack Nwuba, Sussan Onyebuchi EGWU, Opeyemi Fadekemi AWOSIKA, Abigail Mgboyibo OSUAFOR. (2022, December), "Secondary School Students’ Critical Thinking Ability as Correlate of their Academic Achievement in Biology in Awka Education Zone, Nigeria", Human Nature Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 201-210 |
| 15 | Izunna S. Nwuba; Sussan O. Egwu; Opeyemi F. Awosika; Abigail M. Osuafor. (2022, October), "Fostering Secondary School Students’ Interest in Biology Using Numbered Heads Together Cooperative Instructional Strategy", The Universal Academic Research Journal, Vol. 3, (Issue 2), pp 48-56 |
| 16 | I.S. Nwuba, A.M. Osuafor, O.S. Egwu, O.F. Awosika. (2022, December), "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. 5, (Issue 4), pp 24-33 |
| 17 | Opeyemi F. Awosika, Angela A. Abumchukwu, Chiamaka N. Oguejiofor. (2021, December), "Challenges Faced by Biology Teachers in the Implementation of Entrepreneurship Education in Anambra State", South Eastern Journal of Research and Sustainable Development, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 40-57 |
| 18 | Ezeobi, G. O., Aluko, O. F.. (2020, August), "GENDER BASED IMBALANCE ON WOMEN’S RIGHTS ISSUES IN STEM EDUCATION IN NIGERIA AND WAY FORWARD", VICGRACEAT MULTI RESOURCES, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 103-119 |
| 19 | Ezeobi, G. O., Obialor C. O., Aluko O. F.. (2020, August), "Influence Of Gender On Senior Secondary School Students Achievement In Biology In Awka South Local Government Area Of Anambra State.", VICGRACEAT MULTI RESOURCES, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 137-146 |
| 20 | Mbaegbu Chioma Stephanie, Awosika Opeyemi Fadekemi, Akachukwu Esther Ebele, Ikusika Bamidele Adunola. (2020, November), "Relationship Between Biology Teachers' Level Of Creativity In Teaching And Academic Performance Of Secondary School Students In Awka South, Anambra State", American Journal of Biological and Environmental Statistics, Vol. 6, (Issue 4), pp 71-75 |
| 21 | Gbaye O. A, Oladele, O. O, Aluko, O. F. (2019, July), "Bio Efficacy Of Moringa Oleifera (Lam) Leaf Powder And Common Salt Against Mould Infection Of Clarias Gariepinus Following Infestation With Dermestes Maculatus (Degeer)", School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, The Federal University of Technology, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Nigeria, Vol. 23, (Issue 2), pp 90-97 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Editorships | |
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| 1 | Editor, "EFFECT OF THINK-PAIR-SHARE INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGY ON THE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN MATHEMATICS IN ONITSHA EDUCATION ZONE, ANAMBRA STATE" (April, 2025) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Potential and Consequences of Using Artificial Intelligence in Teaching Biology in Secondary Schools in Ilorin-West L.G.A Kwara State" (April, 2025) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Committee member on Open and Distance Learning Programme, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (February, 2025) |
| 2 | Committee member on International Conference, "Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka" (January, 2025) |
| 3 | Committee member on Endowment for Projects, "Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka" (January, 2025) |
| 4 | Time table Officer, Department of Science Education, "Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (November, 2024) |
| 5 | Editor of UNIZIK JOURNAL OF STM, "Science Education Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka" (November, 2024) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Associate Member, "Science Teachers Association of Nigeria" (member since 2021), https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Local-Business/Science-Teachers-Association-of-Nigeria-1610887635817276/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria" - AN/R/18932 (member since 2019), https://trcn.gov.ng |
| 3 | Full Member, "Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (South East)" (member since 2019), https://owsd.net |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Use of Emerging Technologies in African Education and Development", (NAU Faculty of Education in collaboration with Fontis Aid Foundation Anambra, Nigeria), 1st May, 2024 to 4th May, 2024; ASUU Secretariat, NAU |
| 2 | "Education in a Period of Socio-Political and Economic Uncertainty", (Faculty of Education, NAU), 31st October, 2023 to 3rd November, 2023; ASUU Secretariat, NAU |
| 3 | "63rd Annual Conference", (Science Teachers Association of Nigeria (STAN)), 14th August, 2023 to 17th August, 2023; Zoom |
| 4 | "2nd bi-annual Anambra State STAN Conference", (Science Teachers' Association of Nigeria (STAN), Anambra State), 8th December, 2021 to 9th December, 2021; Federal Government and Technical College, Awka |
| 5 | "2021 Faculty of Education Annual National Conference, Nnamdi Azikiwe University,", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka), 15th September, 2021 to 16th September, 2021; Chike okolie center for entrepreneurship studies NAU, Awka |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Do it Yourself Research and Statistics Training", (Department of Technology and Vocational Education, NAU), 20th February, 2024 to 23rd May, 2024; Faculty of Education, NAU |
| 2 | "Fundamentals of Research Supervision and Work Ethics", (Faculty of Education, NAU), 26th September, 2023 to 26th September, 2023; ASUU Secretariat, NAU |
| 3 | "Ethics, Technicalities, Benefits and Challenges of Online Teaching and Examination", (Sandwich Unit, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Awka), 20th June, 2023 to 20th June, 2023; ASUU NAU, Secretariat, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 4 | "Staff Professional Conduct: Imperative for Quality Assurance", (Faculty of Education, NAU), 2nd November, 2021 to 2nd November, 2021; NAU |
| Other Event | |
| 1 | "SECOND OWSD SOUTH EAST FORUM INTERNATIONAL BIENNIAL CONFERENCE", (Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World), 13th November, 2019 to 16th November, 2019; New Auditorium Extension Site, Federal Polytechnic Oko, Anambra State |