Dr. Edith Chinyere Onyeka

Dr. Edith Chinyere Onyeka is a LECTURER I in SCIENCE EDUCATION Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Edith Chinyere Onyeka

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My name is Onyeka, Edith Chinyere. I am a lecturer in faculty of education department of science education Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka

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Science Education, Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Department/Sub-Unit:
SCIENCE EDUCATION

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1University of Port Harcourt. (Doctor of Philosophy, March, 2022)
November, 2015 to March, 2022
Ph.D Mathematics Education
2University Of Port Harcourt. (Master Degree, June, 2015)
September, 2010 to June, 2015
Med Mathematics Education

Relevant/Working Experience

Creative Output

Book Chapters
1Onyeka, Edith Chinyere, Obikezie, Maxwell Chukwunazo, Ekoyo, DestinyOnyebuchi. (2025, May) Mathematics in the Digital Age: Examining the Outcome of Computer Applications on Computation, Problem-Solving, and Conceptual Understanding of Mathematics Skills. In Divulging the Most Recent Trends in STEM: Staying Ahead of the Curve EAGLE LEAP PUBLICATION | www.eagleleappublication.com, pp 79 – 86
2Chikendu, Rebecca Ebonam, Onyeka, Edith Chinyere. (2025, May) ). Digital Transformation for Sustainability in Science Education. In Arti Tiwari, Akanksha Saxena, Neha Awasthi & Sandesh Pahulka. Divulging the Most Recent Trends in STEM: Staying Ahead of the Curve EAGLE LEAP PUBLICATION | www.eagleleappublication.com, pp 87 - 96
3G.I. Charles-Ogan, E.C. Onyeka & C. Akiba-Eyo. (2023, March) CHAPTER 3 INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING MATHEMATICS , pp 1-11
415. Yarkwah, C. & Onyeka, E. C.. (2022, November) Innovative instructional strategies and assessment techniques for enhancing critical thinking skills among preservice teachers , pp 145 - 158
5- Onyeka, E. C., Njoku, J.O., Amadi, P.C.. (2021, June) An Empirical Analysis Of Examination Malpractice In WASSCE General Mathematics. In N. Wonu & N.R. George (Eds.), Problem-solving And Critical Issues In Mathematics Education Ignatius Ajuru University Press, pp 284-310
Journal Articles
1Uzoamaka Chimuanya Okafor-Agbala, Edith Chinyere Onyeka, Izunna Shedrack Nwuba, Grace Nwakaego Okoy. (2026, February), "PERCEIVED INFLUENCE OF THE USE OF MOTHER TONGUE IN THE LEARNING OF MATHEMATICS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN AWKA EDUCATION ZONE", STEM JOURNAL OF ANAMBRA STAN, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 74-83
2Obikezie, Maxwell Chukwunazo and Egolum, Evelyn Obianuju and Enebechi, Regina Ijeamasi and Okafor-Agbala, Uzoamaka Chimuanya and Abumchukwu, Adanna Angela and Chikendu, Rebecca Ebonam and Ekoyo, Destiny Onyebuchi and Anulika, Eke Joy and Fadekemi, Awosika Opeyemi and Onyeka, Edith Chinyere. (2025, February), "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. 21, (Issue 1), pp 119-134
3Ekoyo, Destiny Onyebuchi, Onyeka, Edith Chinyere, Opeyemi Fadekemi Awosika & Ajakor Florence Ratanma. (2025, November), "HARNESSING TECHNOLOGY FOR EFFECTIVE SCIENCE TEACHING PEDAGOGIES IN HIGHER INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA IN AN ERA OF INSECURITY AND ECONOMIC MELTDOWN.", UNIZIK JOURNAL OF STM EDUCATION, Vol. 3, (Issue 8), pp 129-143
4Uzoamaka C OkaforAgbala, Edith C Onyeka, Okwuchukwu K Okonkwo, Grace N Okoye. (2025, January), "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
5Edith Chinyere Onyeka, Rebecca Ebonam Chikendu, Grace Nwakaego Okoye. (2025, August), "ASSESSING IMPACT OF FIRST-WAVE OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC LOCKDOWN ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN MATHEMATICS IN ANAMBRA STATE", UNIZIK JOURNAL OF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH, SCIENCE AND VOCATIONAL STUDIES, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 339-346
6Edith Chinyere Onyeka, Grace Nwakaego Okoye, Chioma Stephanie Mbaegbu. (2025, June), "ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND SCIENCE LEARNING: AN EXPLORATION OF STUDENTS'PERCEPTIONS IN AWKA EDUCATION ZONE", African Journal of Educational Management, Teaching and Entrepreneurship Studies, Vol. 15, (Issue 2), pp 181-190
7Juliana Nkechi Odoh, Edith Chinyere Onyeka, Patience Chiamaka Ogbuanya, Bibian Nkechinyere Nwokwu. (2025, April), "STRATEGIES FOR ENGAGING SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN EBONYI STATE ON CLIMATE ACTION THROUGH PROJECT-BASED LEARNING AND YOUTH-LED INITIATIVES", UNIZIK Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies, Vol. 19, (Issue 2), pp 149-159
8Kingsley Chinaza Nwosu, Regina Ijeamasi Enebechi, Njideka Getrude Mbelede, Edith Chinyere Onyeka. (2025, May), "PSYCHOSOCIAL PREDICTORS OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS’USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TOOLS FOR LEARNING", Journal of Educational Foundations, Vol. 14, (Issue 2), pp 135-149
9Ekoyo Destiny ONYEBUCHI, Ajakor Florence RATANMA. Onyeka Edith CHINYERE, Obikezie Maxwell CHUKWUNAZO. (2025, August), "IMPROVING SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS ACHIEVEMENT IN COMPUTER STUDIES THROUGH THINK PAIR SHARE LEARNING STRATEGY", JOURNAL PLUS EDUCATION, Vol. 38, (Issue 1), pp 400-412
10Albert Tobechukwu Nwamaradi, Darlington Nnamdi Onyejike, Edith Chinyere Onyeka, Okwuchukwu K Okonkwo, Christian-Ike Nwanneka Oluchukwu. (2024, October), "The effect of using constructivist approach of instruction in developing critical thinking skill of estimation among secondary school students", UNIZIK Journal of STM Education, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 140-150
11EI Anierobi, VC Nwasor, CO Alaribe, EC Onyeka. (2024, March), "Do Parental Support and Academic Optimism Predict Curricular Involvement among Students?", Asaba Review, A publication of Sub-Sahara Africa Research Forum, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 80-92
12Edith Chinyere Onyeka, Foluke Bosede Eze, G.N. Okoye. (2024, January), "EFFECTIVENESS OF INQUIRY TEACHING METHOD ON SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN MATHEMATICS IN AWKA EDUCATION ZONE OF ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA", UNIZIK Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies, Vol. 16, (Issue 5), pp 86-96
131. Onyeka, E. C., Chikendu, R. E. & Enebechi, R. I.. (2023, July), "Challenges affecting the use of information and communication technology in teaching of science in senior secondary schools in Awka Education Zone.", Irish Journal of Educational Practice, Vol. 6, (Issue 4), pp 1 - 10
14Onyeka E. C., Nwamaradi A. T. & Okaforagbala U. C.. (2023, July), "Practical-based instructional strategy and pupils’ academic achievement in mathematics in Ukwa-west local government area of Abia state, Nigeria.", Nigeria. International Journal of Educational Research and Library Science: Timbou-Africa Academic Publications International Journal, Vol. 13, (Issue 8), pp 117 - 114
15Onyeka E. C. & Okoye, G. N. (2023, May), "Effectiveness of demonstration teaching method on students` academic achievement in mathematics in Rivers State Nigeria", African Journal of Educational Management, Teaching and Entrepreneurship Studies, https://ajemates.org, Vol. 8, (Issue 2), pp 32 - 42
16Onyeka E. C. & Okonkwo, O. K. (2023, June), "Application of experiential teaching method and students` academic retention in Rivers State Nigeria", African Journal of Educational Management, Teaching and Entrepreneurship Studies, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 110 - 120
17ET Akpan, GI Charles-Ogan, FB Eze, UC Okafor-Agbala, EC Onyeka. (2023, September), "Technology enhanced learning: utilization 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
18Onyeka E. C., Nwamaradi A. T & Okafor-Agbala. (2023, March), "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
19Kwelle Clifford Obioma, Edith Chinyere Onyeka, Maureen Chinyere Ezeanya, Grace Nwakaego Okoye. (2023, August), "COVID-19 PANDEMIC OUTBREAK: IMPACT ON LECTURERS’JOB PERFORMANCE AT UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT", UNIZIK Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies, Vol. 16, (Issue 1), pp 163-171
20Edith Chinyere Onyeka. (2023, November), "COMPARATIVE EFFECTS OF BLENDED AND E-LEARNING ON STUDENTS’ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN BASIC SCHOOLS OF NURSING IN ANAMBRA STATE", African Journal of Educational Management, Teaching and Entrepreneurship Studies, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 55-69
21Kwelle Clifford Obioma, Edith Chinyere Onyeka, Uzoamaka Chimuanya Okafor-Agbala. (2023, November), "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
2216. Charles-Ogan, G.I. & Onyeka, E. C.. (2023, March), "Effects of Experiential Teaching Method on Students’ Academic Performance in Mathematics in Rivers State, Nigeria", International Journal of Research Publication and Review, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 210 - 215
23Edith Chinyere Onyeka, Christopher Yarkwah, Okonkwo Okwuchukwu. (2023, November), "ENHANCING ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN MATHEMATICS THROUGH CONCEPT MAPPING TEACHING METHOD IN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA", UNIZIK Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies, Vol. 16, (Issue 3), pp 109-122
2417. Onyeka, E. C., Eze, F. B. & Okonkwo O. K. (2023, June), "Upgrading students` academic retention in mathematics using demonstration teaching method in Rivers State Nigeria.", Advance Journal of Education and Social Sciences, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 1 - 9
25Edith Chinyere Onyeka, Destiny Onyebuchi Ekoyo, Grace Nwakaego Okoye, Maxwell Chukwunazo Obikezie. (2023, June), "IMPACT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY ON TEACHING OF SCIENCE IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN ANAMBRA STATE", UNIZIK Journal of Educational Management and Policy, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 46-51
26Onyeka, E C., Okafor-Agbala U. C. & Okonkwo O. K.. (2023, May), "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
27Okafor-Agbala, Uzoamaka Chimuanya. (Ph.D.), Onyeka, Edith Chinyere (PhD.) Amobi, Uchenna Vivian &Ekoyo, Destiny Onyebuchi. (2023, June), "EXTENT OF SCIENCE TEACHERS’PREPAREDNESS FOR EFFECTIVE CLASSROOM DELIVERY IN THE ERA OF SOCIO-POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTY IN AWKA", UNIZIK ORIENT JOURNAL OF EDUCATION, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 1-10
2820. Nwamaradi A. T & Onyeka E. C. (2023, June), "The effect of using Constructivist Approach in developing critical thinking skills of classification and identifying relationships in Mathematics among Secondary Schools", International Journal of Scientific Development and Research (IJSDR students, Vol. 8, (Issue 3), pp 1218 – 1225
29Okoye, G. N. & Onyeka, E. C.. (2022, December), "Application of geotrigmetric set and geoboard on students` retention in mathematics in Rivers State Nigeria", African Journal of Educational Management, Teaching and Entrepreneurship Studies AJEMATES https://ajemates.org, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 82 - 97
30Akpan E. T., Charles-Ogan G. I., Onyeka E. C. & James, D. D.. (2022, December), "Application of GeoGebra in Model Based Learning and Students’ Academic Performance in Solid Geometry", International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Vol. 11, (Issue 12), pp 1 - 6
31Onyeka, E. C., Okoye, G.N & Ndubisi E.E. (2022, December), "Comparative effect of geotrigmetric set and geoboard on students` academic achievement in mathematics in Rivers State Nigeria", Research and Policy Studies, Vol. 14, (Issue 3), pp 55 - 68
32Onyeka, E.C., Charles- Ogan, G.I.. (2021, August), "Effects Of Geotrigmetric Set on Students’ Academic Performance and Retention in Mathematics in Rivers State Nigeria. Nigeria Journal Of Crriculum Theorists & Educational Technologists;", Nigeria Journal of Curriculum Theorists & Educational Technologists; 6 (1), 78-92., Vol. 1, (Issue 6), pp 78 -92
33- Onyeka, E.C., A.A. Arokoyu. (2021, July), "Effects Of Geoboard On Mathematics Students’ Academic Performance And Retention In Rivers State Nigeria. Journal Of Education And Training ,Technology (JETT)", Nigeria Journal of Curriculum Theorists & Educational Technologists, Vol. 1, (Issue 10), pp 98-111
34Ndubisi, E.E., Onyeka, E.C.. (2020, August), "- Digitization Of Mathematics Classroom For Optimum Performance In The 21st Century.Nigerian Journal Of Curriculum Theorist And Educational Technologists. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/367203774_Digitalization_of_Mathematics_Classroom_for_Optimum_Performance_in_the_21st_Century", The 21st Century.Nigerian Journal Of Curriculum Theorist And Educational Technologists, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 74-81.
35E.C. Onyeka, A.A. Arokoyu. (2018, August), "Trends In Students Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) In Mathematics Between 2010 And 2015 For Sustainable Development. International Journal Of Applied Research", Journal of Technology and Education in Nigeria (JOTEN) 17 (2) 1 – 11., Vol. 4, (Issue 9), pp 99-102
36- Onyeka, E.C, Charles-Ogan, G.I. (2018, July), "Contextual Application Of Pythagoras’ Theorem In Teaching Mathematics In Senior Secondary School One In Rivers State, Nigeria. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/367204069_Trends_in_Students_Senior_School_Certificate_Examination_SSCE_in_Mathematics_between_2010_and_2015_for_Sustainable_Development_Impact_Factor_5", The Journal of the Mathematical Association of Nigeria 43 (1) 283-293., Vol. 43, (Issue 1)
37- Ogunkunle, R. A, Onyeka, E. C.. (2012, March), "Effects Of Learning Mathematics In And Beyond The Classroom On Students’ Performance In Senior Secondary Schools In Rivers State, Nigeria. Journal Of Technology And Education In Nigeria (JOTEN)", Journal of Technology and Education in Nigeria, Vol. 17, (Issue 2), pp 1 – 11.
Conference Papers
1- Amadi, J. C., Onyeka, E. C. (2018, June), "The Effect Of Teachers Use Of Manipulative Materials On Senior Secondary Three Students` Performance In Geometry In ONELGA Education Zone In Rivers State. Proceedings Of August 55th Annual National Conference Of The Mathematical Association Of Nigeria", , pp 374-379

Academic Leadership Qualities

Grants
1Awardee: "Comparative effects of blended and E-learning on students academic achievement in research methodology in basic schools of Nursing in Anambra State" (June, 2023 to November, 2023). Completed sponsored grant by Institution Based Research (IBR) Tertiary Education Trust Intervention
Editorships
1Editor, "EFFECT OF INQUIRY-BASED LEARNING ON SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACHIEVEMENT IN GENETICS" (April, 2025)
Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "EFFECT OF MULTIMEDIA INSTRUCTION ON SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACHIEVEMENT IN CHEMISTRY IN ENUGU EDUCATION ZONE" (April, 2025)
Examinerships
1Examiner, "Teaching Practice Supervision Examination" (January, 2025 to March, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam
2Examiner, "Teaching Practice Supervision Exercise" (July, 2025 to October, 2025). Completed Internal-External Exam

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Professional Member, "Science Teachers Association of Nigeria STAN" (member since 2022), https://policycommons.net/orgs/science-teachers-association-of-nigeria-ng/
2Life Member, "MATHEMATICAL ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA" - LMAN:19016 (member since 2019), https://www.man-nigeria.org.ng

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"Department of Science Education. Faculty of Education. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Maiden Annual Conference.", (Department of Science Education. Faculty of Education. Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 7th October, 2025 to 7th November, 2025; NAU Auditorium
2"Mathematical Association of Nigeria 59th Annual National Conference", (Mathematical Association of Nigeria), 27th August, 2023 to 1st September, 2023; UniBen
3"STAN 2023 The The Learning and STEM Education", (STAN), 14th August, 2023 to 17th August, 2023; Zoom
4"58TH ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE", (MATHEMATICAL ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA), 28th August, 2022 to 2nd September, 2022; FUNAAB
5"62ND STAN CONFERENCE", (STAN), 15th August, 2022 to 18th August, 2022; ZOOM
6"56th ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE", (THE MATHEMATICAL ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA (MAN)), 1st September, 2021 to 6th September, 2021; RIVERS STATE UNIVERSITY PORT HARCOURT
7"57th ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE", (THE MATHEMATICAL ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA (MAN)), 29th August, 2021 to 3rd September, 2021; BAYERO UNIVERSITY, KANO
8"Ist INT`L CONFERENCE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CURRICLUM STUDIES AND EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY", (FACULTY OF EDUCATION), 19th November, 2019 to 19th November, 2019; UNIPH
9"2025 Biannual State Conference", (Ananmbra State Science Teachers Association of Nigeria), Federal Science Technical College, Awka
Workshops
1"Research Mastery: The Tools for Effective Research Supervision for Students`", (Department of Science Education. Faculty of Education. Nnamdi Azikiwe University), 23rd February, 2026 to 24th February, 2026; Board Room. Faculty of Education. Nnamdi Azikiwe University
2"Teacher noticing of children's mathematical thinking in written work", (3rd Ghana-USA international Webinar: University of Missouri, USA), 17th May, 2023 to 17th May, 2023; Zoom
3"FACULTY OF EDUCATION", (FACULTY OF EDUCATION), 2nd November, 2021 to 2nd November, 2021; CBN HALL UNIZIK