Dr. Brian Shambare, Chemistry Education Research, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at University of the Free State, South Africa

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Education🎓 

  • Doctor of Philosophy (Science and Technology Education):
    • University of the Free State, 2024
  • Master of Education (MEd) Communication Technology (ICT) in Education:
    • Rhodes University, 2020
  • Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Life Sciences & Natural Sciences [Senior Phase & Further Education and Training]:
    • University of South Africa (Cum laude), 2013
  • BSc (Honours) in Agriculture (Agronomy):
    • Midlands State University, 2006

Work History & Experience👨‍🏫

  • Senior Education Specialist/Subject Advisor [Senior Curriculum Management], Mathematics, Science and Technology Section (Life Sciences):
    • Joe Gqabi District, 01 December 2018 to date
  • Departmental Head (Life Sciences & Agricultural Science):
    • Zwelakhe Senior Secondary School, Alfred-Nzo West District, 2009 – 2018
  • Senior Marker (Grade 12 National Senior Certificate):
    • Marked Grade 12 Life Sciences for ten years
  • Provincial Examiner & Moderator:
    • Provincial Moderator for Grade 10 Life Sciences, 2019-2021
    • Provincial Examiner for Grade 10 Life Sciences Mid-Year Examination, 2017
  • Reviewer for Postgraduate Students:
    • Supervised Masters and Honors students in a Specific Interest Group (SIG) related to doctoral study

Competencies🧩 

  • Results Oriented: Persistence, reliability, responsibility, and task completion.
  • Strategic Thinking: Attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills.
  • Business Acumen: Adherence to rules and regulations, proficiency in MS Office.
  • Leading: Leadership, cooperation, and encouragement.
  • Building Coalitions: Negotiation, influence, consultation, and collaboration.

Knowledge and Skills🎨

  • Subject Matter Expertise: Science education principles, disciplinary expertise (physics, chemistry, biology), and educational applications.
  • Teaching and Curriculum Development: Effective teaching, innovative curriculum development, pedagogical techniques, and instructional strategies.
  • Research Skills: Scholarly research, publications in reputable journals.
  • Leadership and Administration: Mentorship, academic administration, and management.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Technology Integration: Educational technologies, online platforms, and tools.
  • Student Engagement: Motivation, inclusive learning environments.
  • Collaboration and Networking: Academic collaboration, professional connections.
  • Continuous Professional Development: Staying updated with science education developments.
  • Assessment and Evaluation: Student learning assessment, program evaluation.
  • ICT in Education: Integration in teaching and learning.

Special Responsibilities and Awards🏆 

  • Ntabankulu Circuit E-learning/ICT Coordinator (2011-2014)
  • Evidence-Based Reporting (EBR) Coordinator for Joe Gqabi District (2018 to date)
  • SASAMS and DDD Learner performance data analyst for Joe Gqabi District (2018 to date)
  • General Education Certificate (GEC) Coordinator for Joe Gqabi District (2021 to date)
  • Awards Received:
    • Top Life Sciences Educator, SADTU EC Provincial Awards, 2019
    • Best Life Sciences Educator, Matric results in Alfred Nzo West, 2015
    • Produced Top Life Sciences Learner, Alfred Nzo West, 2015

Notable Publication📚

  • Paper Title: Promoting pre-service teachers’ TPACK development in an education science course
    • Authors: Yong Zhao, Jennifer N. Hammond
    • Journal: Educational Technology Research and Development
    • Volume: 68
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 2373-2392
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Understanding the Enabling and Constraining Factors in Using the Virtual Lab
    • Authors: Hye-Jung Lee, Kyungbin Kwon
    • Journal: Computers & Education
    • Volume: 157
    • Pages: 103988
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Educational Technologies as Pedagogical Tools
    • Authors: Rong-Jyue Fang, Hui-Chun Chu
    • Journal: Computers & Education
    • Volume: 156
    • Pages: 104010
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: The Pedagogical and Technological Experiences of Science Teachers in Using the Virtual Lab to Teach Science in Rural Secondary Schools in South Africa
    • Authors: Prince Hlangabeza, Maudie L. Shabane
    • Journal: Education and Technologies
    • Volume: 26
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 1281-1301
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: A Critical Review of Teaching With Virtual Lab: A Panacea to Challenges of Conducting Practical Experiments in Science Subjects Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic in Rural Schools in South Africa
    • Authors: Solomon Oyelere, Olusola Oyelere
    • Journal: Journal of Research in Science Teaching
    • Volume: 59
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 843-867
    • Year: 2022
Dr. Brian Shambare, Chemistry Education Research, Best Researcher Award