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

Professional Profile

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

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

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.

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.

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