• Doctor in Mathematics Education
• Department of Curriculum, Instruction and Media
Biography:
• Evelyn is a lecturer of Curriculum Studies and Mathematics Education courses. She is currently the coordinator of Teaching Practice and previously served as the Head of Department for Curriculum, Instruction and Media. She has actively participated in curriculum review both in basic and higher education in mathematics and mathematics education in Kenya. Evelyn has participated in various workshops to enhance her knowledge and skills for professional growth.She is a members of various professional bodies which include Women Education Researchers of Kenya (WERK), Educational Management Society of Kenya (EMSK), Forum for African Women Educationalist – Kenya (FAWEK), and FOVET Researchers.
Academic Qualifications:
• Doctor of Philosophy - Mathematics Education, 2016, University of South Africa, South Africa, Title of thesis: Language Practices of Trilingual Undergraduate Students Engaging with Mathematics in Kenya
• Master of Science – Pure Mathematics, 2007, Kenyatta University, Kenya
• Bachelor of Science – Education (Mathematics and Geography), 1994, Egerton University, Kenya
• Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education; 1989, Kabare Girls High School, Kenya
• Kenya Certificate of education; 1987, Kiaritha-ini Secondary School, Kenya
• Certificate of Primary Education; 1983, St Micheals Girls Primary School, Kenya
Research Interests:
Evelyn’s research interests include Mathematics education in context of language diversity, use of technology for mathematics instruction, STEM, curriculum and emerging issues in and for education.
Pre-Service Teachers’ Pedagogical Knowledge and Perceptions of Climate Change Education- funded by self and co-researcher DrBilliahGisore
Publications:
Books
1. Competence Based Curriculum: A Handbook for Teacher Education: (2023) Posterity Publishers, Eldoret, Oranga. &Ngwacho G.A (editors)
2. Dictionary of Mathematics for Secondary Schools in Kenya (2019). Nairobi: Kenya Literautre Bureau.
3. Impacts of Globalization and Innovations in Mathematics Education(in press 2024) Copyright © 2024, IGI Global., Alphonse Uworwabayeho (editors).
Book Chapters
1. Responsible Conduct of Research in a Globalized World: Challenges and Strategies (2024). In Challenges of Globalization and Inclusivity in Academic Research. Copyright © 2024, IGI Global DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-1371-8.ch015, C0-authors; Billiah Nyamoita Gisore, George Ngwacho Areba, Josephine Oranga,
2. Pre-service teachers’ pedagogical knowledge and perceptions of Climate Change Education (2023). In Jared Keengwe & Bernard Nyatuka Handbook of Research on Climate Change Education for Sustainable Development Copyright © 2023, IGI Global. DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-9099-0.ch010, Co-author -Billiah Gisore
3. Pedagogical Strategies to Enhance Climate Change Education Outcomes (2023). In Jared Keengwe & Bernard Nyatuka Handbook of Research on Climate Change Education for Sustainable Development Copyright © 2023, IGI Global. DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-9099-0.ch010, Co-author -Billiah Gisore
4. Learners Centred Pedagogy, (2023). In Josephine Oranga, Evelyn Njurai & George Areba, Competency-Based Curriculum: A Handbook for Teacher Education (pp, 75-86). Posterity Publishers, Eldoret, Co-author, Audrey Matere
5. Designing Assessment Rubrics (2023). In Josephine Oranga, Evelyn Njurai & George Areba, Competency-Based Curriculum: A Handbook for Teacher Education (pp, 197-221). Posterity Publishers, Eldoret
6. Teaching and Learning Mathematics in Trilingual Classrooms: Learning from Three Different Continents (2018). In R. Hunter, M. Civil, B. Herbel-Eisenmann, N. Planas, & W. D, Mathematical Discourse that Breaks Barriers and Creates Space for Marginalized Learners (pp. 277-293). Rotterdam: Sense Publishers, Co-Authors - Phakeng, M., Planas, N., & Bose, A
Conferences
1. Pan-African Literacy for All (PALFA) 13th Biennial Conference, 2023
Venue: University of Nairobi, Kenya
Title: Climate Science Literacy among Pre-Service Undergraduate Students in Kenya by
Co-Author - BilliahGisore
2. Machakos University, Kenya. 5th Annual International Conference, 2023
Venue: Machakos University, Kenya
Title; Climate Change Education: How Prepared is Kenya’s Education System? Co-Author -BilliahGisore
3. Educational Management Society of Kenya in collaboration with School Of Education And Human Resource Development, Kisii University 8th International conference, 2022
Title: Designing Assessment Rubrics for Higher Education by Evelyn Njurai
4. Kisii University School Of Education And Human Resource Development; 1st International Conference 2021
Titles: Enhancing Mathematics Instruction and Rewarding Using Cryptocurrency
Critical Reflection On The State Of Universities Preparedness On Curriculum For Teacher Education In Line With Competency Based Curriculum, 2021, Co-author - CheruiyotKwambai Philip
Strathmore International Mathematics Conference, 2021
Title: Research in mathematics education: past, present and future
Co-Author- Benson Njoroge
Eldoret National Polytechnic 4th international conference, 2021
Title: Towards Sustainable Education In Kenya: Integration Of Science Technology And Mathematics In Secondary Educational In Kenya
Co-Author - James Ratemo
5. STEM Education International Conference 2020 (STEMEIC2020)
“Integrating Pedagogy and Technology to Ensure Resilience, Quality, Equity and Sustainability” 25th – 27th November, 2020, MasindeMuliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST), Kenya, 2020
Title: Classroom Model for STEM Integration for Secondary Educational Context in Kenya
Co-Author - James Ratemo
6. The 2nd Christ the Teacher Institute of Education International Education Conference, Tangaza University College 2019: One Heart, One commitment and One Life on 9th -11th Oct 2019.
Title:Rethinking the Language in Education Policy and Practice
7. The 5th Strathmore International Mathematics Conference: Promoting Challenge Driven Research in Mathematical Science and Building Collaborative Research Networks on 12th -16th Aug 2019, Strathmore University, Kenya.
Title: An insight in developing a mathematics dictionary for secondary schools in Kenya
8. The Africa Regional Congress of ICMI on Mathematical Education (AFRICME 5): Quality Mathematical Education for All, 29th -31st Aug 2018, Aga Khan University, Institute for Educational Development, East Africa
Title: Exploring Mathematical Meaning in Two Languages and the Dilemmas it presents for Trilingual Mathematics Students.
9. The 4th Strathmore International Mathematics Conference: Enhancing Collaborative Research in Mathematical Sciences, 19th -23rd June, 2017, Strathmore University, Kenya.
Title: Initial Reflections on Teaching and Learning Mathematics Using Tablets in a Prison Education Centre.
Co-Authors, Gunnar. S,Jónsdóttir. A.H,Mwenda. P, Obonyo. M, Kariuki. J
10. The 3rd Strathmore International Mathematics Conference: Exploring Mathematics and its Applications, 3rd -7th Aug 2015, Strathmore University Nairobi.
Title: Language Practices Involving Two Languages among Trilingual Undergraduate Students of Mathematics
11. The 13th International Association for research in Service-Learning and Community Engagement (IARSLCE) Annual Conference, 6th -8th Nov 2013, Hilton Omaha, University of Nebraska, Omaha.
Title: Moving from outreach towards engagement: mentoring high school learners in research
Co-Author-Rapoo E
12. Institute for Science and Technology Education (ISTE) Conference 2012, Kruger National Park, South Africa
Title: Use of Multiple Languages during Engagement with Mathematics: Implications for Learning and Teaching
13. International Commission of Mathematics Instruction (ICMI- Study 21) Conference, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 2011
Title: Mathematics and English (LoLT) scores of multilingual students; why the disparity?
Co-author -Setati M
14. Association for Educational Assessment in Africa (AEAA) conference, Nairobi Kenya, 2011
Title: English language development of multilingual successful mathematics learners: a case of Kenya
Co-Author -Setati M
15. 2nd African Regional Congress of the International Commission on Mathematical Education (AFRICME 2), Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Kenya, 2007
Title: Embracing Innovative Responses to Challenges in Mathematical Instruction in Kenya
i. Co-author(s): Mwangi. P,and Marigi. E
Lectures
Keynote speaker: in Computer Science Education Seminar hosted by iLab Africa in partnership with Google Educator Professional Development Initiative at Strathmore University, 2019. Aim of seminar; to support and equip Computer Studies Teachers to deliver CS Education to Students; Topic of discussion “Teachers as Leaders”
Classes you teach:
EDCI 211: Principals and theories in curriculum development
EDCI 311: Secondary School Curriculum
EDCI 332: Subject Methods in Mathematics
PGDE 714: Subject Methods in Mathematics
EDCI 806: Curriculum Development
EDCI 834: Curriculum Development in Subject Area (Mathematics)
EDCI 901 Contemporary Curriculum Theories
EDCI 903 Curriculum Contexts
Other relevant links:
Google scholar linkhttps://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=evelyn+njurai&oq=eve
orcid account https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5261-6577
Official Contact Details:
evelynnjurai@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke
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