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CURRICULUM VITAE

Professor Regis Chireshe (Formerly Urombo)

Professor of Educational Psychology and Special Needs Education

Professorial Inaugural Lecture Presentation Date & Venue: 6th

September 2012,

Senate Hall, University of South Africa, Pretoria

Title of Professorial Inaugural Lecture: Learner support systems that count: Studies

in the context of sub-Saharan Africa

Contact details:

Great Zimbabwe University

Faculty of Education

Department of Special Needs Education

P.O. Box 1235

Masvingo

Zimbabwe

Date of Birth: 11 October 1968

Gender: Male

Nationality: Zimbabwean

Spoken Languages: English, Shona and Ndebele

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Educational psychology; Career guidance and counselling; Special Needs

Education/Inclusive Education; Psycho-educational assessment; HIV/AIDS;

Programme Evaluation; Community Psychology; Positive psychology; Teacher

Development; Gender Issues

EDUCATION

DEd., Psychology of Education, University of South Africa (UNISA), November

2006

Thesis: An assessment of the effectiveness of school guidance and counselling

services in Zimbabwean secondary schools

MSc., Educational Psychology, University of Zimbabwe, December 1997

Dissertation: An Investigation into the Effectiveness of Special Classes on the

Performance of Slow Learners in Mathematics at Primary School Level in Masvingo

Region.

BSc., Hons Psychology , University of Zimbabwe, December 1990

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CERTIFICATIONS

Outcome-Based Assessment in Higher Education and Open and Distance

Learning, UNISA 2013

Further Education Teacher’s Diploma, Masvingo Technical College 1998

Further Education Teacher’s Certificate, Masvingo Technical College 1995

State Licensed Educational Psychologist (Zimbabwe)(1994 -present)

AWARDS

Awarded Certificates for being the best student in Geography and the overall best

student in 1986 and 1987 at Chibi High School.

Awarded a floating trophy for being the best Further Education Teacher’s Certificate

student at Masvingo Technical College in 1995.

Awarded a University of Zimbabwe Book Prize in 1997.

RESEARCH GRANTS ACTIVITY

Chireshe, R.; Ntare Rutondoki, E. & Ojwang, P. (November 2007-May 2008)

Availability and Effectiveness of HIV/AIDS Awareness and Intervention Programmes

for People with Disabilities in Uganda. Kyambogo University Research Board and

Publication Committee. Ushs.14 246 000 or about US$8 300.

Role: Principal Investigator.

Chireshe, R.; Exploring students’ perceptions towards high failure rate in

Mathematics and Science in Mthatha, Mquanduli and Nqeleni districts senior

secondary schools. Directorate of Research Development, Walter Sisulu University

(WSU). R70 000/ or about US$9000.

Chireshe, R.; Causes, Effects and Management of School Violence: Parents’

Perceptions.

Directorate of Research Development, Walter Sisulu University (WSU). R90 000/ or

about US$11 000.

RESEARCH PROPOSAL WRITING

Was part of the WSU Research team that crafted the WSU Community Engagement

Proposal for NRF Consideration from 2- 7 July 2009, Garden Court, East London.

Was part of the WSU Research team that crafted the WSU FirstRand South African

Research Chairs Initiative for Mathematics Education, from 11 -14 January 2010,

Orsner Hotel, East London.

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PUBLICATIONS

Refereed Journals

Chireshe, R. (2014). Academic dishonesty: Zimbabwe university lecturers’ and

students’ views. South African Journal of Higher Education, 28 (1), 45-59.

Mapfumo, J, Mukwidzwa, F & Chireshe, R. (2014). Sources and Levels of Stress

among Mainstream and Special Needs Education Teachers in Mutare Urban In

Zimbabwe. International Journal of Educational Studies, 6(2), 187-195.

Chireshe, R. (2013). Peer counselling in Zimbabwean secondary schools.

International Journal of Education Studies, 5(4), 349-354.

Chireshe, R. (2013). The State of Inclusive Education in Zimbabwe: Bachelor of

Education (Special Needs Education) Students’ Perceptions. Journal of Social

Sciences, 34(3), 223-228.

Nsaluba, N & Chireshe, R. (2013). The state of Teaching Practice planning at a rural

university in South Africa, Studies of Tribes and Tribals, 11(1), 1-9.

Tachie, SA & Chireshe, R. (2013). High Failure Rate in Mathematics Examinations

in Rural Senior Secondary Schools in Umtata District, Eastern Cape: Learners’

Attributions, Studies of Tribes and Tribals Journal, 11(1), 67-73.

Malahlela, MK & Chireshe, R. (2013). Educators’ perceptions of the effects of

teenage pregnancy on the behaviour of the learners in South African secondary

schools: Implications for teacher training. Journal of Social Sciences, 37 (2), 137-

148.

Chireshe, R. (2012). Career Guidance and Counselling Provisions at a South African

University: Career advisors’ reflections. The Anthropologist, 14(4), 305-310.

Chireshe, R. (2012). Research supervision: Postgraduate students’ experiences in

South Africa. Journal of Social Sciences, 31(2), 229-243.

Chireshe, R. (2012). School Guidance and Counselling Needs Assessment in

Zimbabwe Secondary schools. The Anthropologist. 14(1), 17-24.

Chireshe, R. & Venter, E. (2012). The planning of school guidance and counselling

services from the perspectives of school counsellors and learners in three

Zimbabwean educational regions. Journal of Educational Studies, 11(1), 14-27.

Musengi, M., & Chireshe, R. (2012). Inclusion of deaf students in mainstream rural

primary schools in Zimbabwe: Challenges and opportunities, Studies of Tribes and

Tribals Journal, 10 (2), 107-116.

Chireshe, E.; Chireshe, R & Shumba, A. (2012). Witchcraft and Social Life in

Zimbabwe: Documenting the evidence, Studies of Tribes and Tribals Journal, 10 (2),

163-172.

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Mudhovozi, P. & Chireshe, R. (2012). Socio-demographic factors that anchor career

decision making among undergraduate psychology students at University of Venda in

South Africa. Journal of Social Sciences, 31(2), 167-176.

Baguma, P., & Chireshe, R. (2012). Predictors of economic locus of control among

University students in Uganda, Journal of Psychology in Africa, 22 (2), 279-282.

Mapfumo, J.S.; Chitsiko, N. & Chireshe, R. (2012). Teaching Practice generated

Stressors and coping mechanisms among student teachers in Zimbabwe. South

African Journal of Education, 32 (2), 155-166.

Nyanga, T, Mudhovozi, P. & Chireshe, R. (2012). Causes and effects of role

ambiguity as perceived by human resource management professionals in Zimbabwe,

Journal of Social Sciences 30(3), 293-303.

Nyanga, T., Mudhovozi, P., Maunganidze., L. & Chireshe, R. (2012). A Survey of

job satisfaction of employees at higher learning institutions in Masvingo province,

Zimbabwe. The Anthropologist. 14 (1), 73-79.

Chireshe, R. (2011). School counsellors’ and students’ perceptions of the benefits of

school guidance and counseling services in Zimbabwean secondary schools. Journal

of Social Sciences, 29 (2), 101-108.

Chireshe, R. (2011). Effective and ineffective lecturers: University students’

perspectives in Zimbabwe. The Anthropologist, 13 (4): 265-269.

Chireshe, R. & Shumba, A. (2011). Teaching as a Profession in Zimbabwe: Are

Teachers Facing a Motivation Crisis? Journal of Social Sciences. 28 (1), 113-118.

Chireshe, R. (2011). Trainee special needs education teachers’ attitudes towards

Inclusive Education in Zimbabwe. Journal of Social Sciences, 27 (3), 157-164.

Chireshe, E & Chireshe R. (2011). Monogamous marriage in Zimbabwe: An

insurance against HIV and AIDS? Agenda, 25: 1, 93-101.

Chireshe, E, Nyanga, T, Mapfumo, JS. & Chireshe, R. (2011). Lived Experiences of

Informal Settlers in Urban Districts in Zimbabwe. Journal of Psychology in Africa, 21

(2), 299-300.

Chireshe, R. (2010). The impact of poverty on women’s psychosocial well-being:

Narratives from Zimbabwean migrant women in South Africa. Journal of

Psychology in Africa, 20 (2), 193-198.

Chireshe, R. & Plattner, I. E. (2010). Poverty in Developing Africa: Overarching

Themes. Journal of Psychology in Africa 20 (2), 169-170.

Chireshe, R.; Jadezweni, M. M.; Cekiso, M. & Maphosa, C. (2010). Poverty:

Narratives and Experiences of Street Children in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South

Africa. Journal of Psychology in Africa 20 (2), 199-202.

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Chireshe, R.; Ntare Rutondoki, E. & Ojwang, P. (2010). Perceptions of the

availability and effectiveness of HIV/AIDS awareness and intervention programmes

by people with disabilities in Uganda. Journal of Social Aspects of HIV/AIDS 7 (4), 2-

7.

Kasayira, J. & Chireshe, R. (2010). Poverty and HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa:

Implications for Psychological Well-being. Journal of Psychology in Africa 20 (2),

203-208.

Chireshe, E & Chireshe, R. (2010). Lobola: The Perceptions of Great Zimbabwe

University Students. The Journal of Pan African Studies, 3 (9), 211-221.

Chireshe, R & Chireshe, E. (2010). Student Teachers’ Perceptions Towards Teaching

Practice Assessment. South African Journal of Higher Education. 24 (4), 511-524.

Wadesango, N; Machingambi, S; Ashu, G. & Chireshe, R. (2010). Nature and effects

of women’s participation in sporting decision-making structures in the context of the

2010 FIFA World Cup. Agenda. 85, 62-75.

Chireshe, R., Okot, D. & Otto, A. (2010). Challenges faced by Distance Education

Learners: A case study of Kyambogo University, Uganda. International Journal of

Open and Distance Learning, 3, 56-68.

Shumba, A.; Chireshe, R.; Mpofu, E.; & Mapfumo, J. (2010). Corporal Punishment

in Zimbabwean Schools: Aetiology and Challenges. The E-Journal of African Studies

in Educational Administration and Management (JASELM) Vol.1 (1), 1-10.

Musengi, M; Mudyahoto, T & Chireshe, R. (2010). Sports Participation by Pupils

with Disabilities in Inclusive Education Settings in Masvingo Urban, Zimbabwe.

Educational Journal of Behavioral Science, 1 (1), 4-25.

Chireshe, R. & Chireshe, E. (2009). Sexual harassment of female students in three

selected high schools in Masvingo urban, Zimbabwe. Agenda. No. 80, 88-96.

Chireshe, R.; Shumba, A.; Mudhovozi, P. & Denhere, C. (2009). University students’

attribution towards academic success or failure. South African Journal of Higher

Education. 25 (5), 865-876.

Chireshe, R.; Chireshe, E. & Mudhovozi, P. (2009). Child Abuse: Psychosocial and

Religious intervention strategies in Zimbabwe. Journal of Psychology in Africa, 19

(2), 261-263.

Chireshe, R. (2008). The Evaluation of school guidance and counselling services in

Zimbabwe. The Nigerian Journal of Guidance and Counselling, 13(2), 54-68.

Shumba, A.; Gwirai, P.; Shumba, J.; Maphosa, C.; Chireshe, R.; Gudyanga, E. &

Makura, A.H. (2008). Pupils’ perceptions of sexual abuse by teachers in Zimbabwean

schools: issues and challenges. Journal of Psychology in Africa, 18 (2), 279-282.

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Chireshe, R; Ojwang, P; Ntare Rutondoki, E & Byamugisha, G. (2008). Positive

Psychology: The Case of Uganda. Journal of Psychology in Africa, 18 (1), 195-198.

Eloff, I.; Mustafa, A.; Chireshe, R.; Mutepfa, M. & Ofovw, C. (2008). Views from

Africa on Positive Psychology. Journal of Psychology in Africa, 18 (1), 189-194.

Chireshe, R. & Peresuh, M (2007). Problems faced by Distance Education students in

Masvingo Region, Zimbabwe. The Zimbabwean Bulletin of Teacher Education. 14

(1), 113-123.

Mapfumo, J.; Shumba, A. & Chireshe, R. (2007). Sexual Relationships in Higher

Education in Zimbabwe: Implications for HIV/AIDS. South African Journal of

Higher Education., 21(5), 515-526.

Chireshe, R.; Kasayira, J.M.; Mudhovozi, P.; Mapfumo, J. & Gwandure, C. (2006).

Community Psychology in Zimbabwe: Past, Present and Future. Journal of

Psychology in Africa, 2, 197-202.

Lazarus, S.; Bojuwoye, O.; Chireshe, R,; Myambo, K.; Akotia, C.; Mogaji, A. &

Tchombe, T. (2006). Community Psychology in Africa: Views From Across the

Continent. Journal of Psychology in Africa, 2, 147-160.

Denhere, C. & Chireshe, R. (2006) Causes of Professional Stress: A Case Study of

Primary school Teachers in Masvingo District, Zimbabwe. Educamate 2(2), 34-41.

Peresuh, M.; Mushoriwa T. D. & Chireshe, R. (2006). A Review of Research

Findings On The Inclusive Education Movement: Perspectives From Developed and

Developing Countries. Educamate 2(2), 50-62.

Chireshe, R. & Mapfumo, J. (2005). School Counsellors’ Perceptions of

Headmasters’ Attitudes Towards Guidance and Counselling in Zimbabwe Secondary

Schools. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research. 17 (2), 19-29.

Mukeredzi, T.G. & Chireshe, R. (2005). Dimensions of Effective School

Administration: Secondary School Heads and Post Graduate Diploma in education

(PGDE). Student Teachers’ Perceptions. A case for Masvingo Region. International

Journal of Open and Distance Learning. 2, 15-18.

Chireshe, R.; Mapfumo, J. & Peresuh, M. (2004) Good and Bad teachers: The

secondary school students’ perspective in Zimbabwe. Namibia Educational Research

Association Journal 2003/2004, 19 – 32.

Chireshe, E & Chireshe, R. (2003) Advanced Level Students’ Perceptions of the

Causes and Effects of HIV/AIDS: A Case Study of Masvingo Urban High Schools,

Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe Journal of educational Research 15(1), 11-27.

Chireshe, R. & Mapfumo, J. (2003a). Sources and levels of stress among Teachers

in Zimbabwe. The Zimbabwe Bulletin of Teacher Education. 12 (2), 1 – 16.

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Chireshe, R. & Mapfumo, J. (2003b). A Preliminary Survey of Marital Adjustment

among Zimbabwe Open University Students. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational

Research 15(3), 161 – 172.

Chireshe, R.; Mapfumo, J., & Dzapasi, A. (2003). A bird’s eye view of the

Zimbabwe Remedial Programme. Past and Present. African Journal of Special Needs

Education 8 (1), 28 – 33.

Chireshe, R. & Ndlovu, S.P.C. (2002) Factors affecting teachers’ attitudes towards

the placement of slow learners into Special Classes. A case study of Masvingo Urban

Primary schools, Zimbabwe. African Journal of Special Needs Education 7(1), 13-20.

Chireshe, R. & Mapfumo, J. (2002). Focus on the slow learner: The Zimbabwean

Scene. African Journal of Special Needs Education 7 (2), 126-134.

Mapfumo, J.; Chireshe, R & Peresuh, M. (2002) Career perceptions of boys and girls

in secondary schools in Zimbabwe: Some implications for teachers and parents.

Zambezia 29 (2), 156-173.

Urombo, R. (2001), Placement of children into special classes: Parents’ attitudes:

Masvingo Region, Zimbabwe African Journal of Special Needs Education 6 (1), 1-6.

Mudhovozi, P.& Urombo, R. (2000). Effectiveness of the special class programme in

English reading. A case study of Chinhoyi Urban primary schools The Zimbabwean

Bulletin of Teacher Education 9 (2), 46-56.

Urombo. R, (1999), The Effectiveness of Special Classes on the Performance of slow

learners in Mathematics in primary schools in Masvingo Region, Zimbabwe.

Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research, II (2), 114 – 135.

Journal Articles Accepted for Publication

Dzapasi, A. & Chireshe, R. Perceptual learning styles: A comparative study of the

learning styles of blind and sighted pupils. African Journal of Special Needs

Education.

Published Book Chapters

Chireshe, R., & Makura, AH. (2014). Educator Motivation and Morale in South

Africa. In M.W Legotlo (Ed): Challenges and Issues facing the Education System in

South Africa (pp. 125-148). Pretoria, Africa Institute of South Africa.

Chireshe, R. & Makura, A. H. (2013). Review of related literature. In S.M

Tichapondwa (Ed): Preparing your dissertation at a distance: A research guide (pp.

187-201). Virtual university for small states of the commonwealth, Vancouver,

British Columbia, Canada

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Shumba, A. & Chireshe, R. (2013). The triumph and prosperity of Education in

Zimbabwe, In T. Mwamwenda & P. Lukhele-Olurunju (Eds). The triumph and

prosperity of Education in Africa (pp.608-637). Pretoria, Africa Institute of South

Africa.

Mpofu, E.; Mutepha, M.; Chireshe, R. & Kasayira, J.M. (2007). School Psychology

in Zimbabwe. In S.P. Jimerson.; T. Oakland & P. Farrel (Eds). The Handbook of

International School Psychology (pp.437-449). Thousand Oaks; CA. Sage

Publications.

Mpofu, E.; Chireshe, R. & Gwirai, P. (2007). Adolescence in Zimbabwe. In J.

Arnett (Ed). International Encyclopedia of Adolescence. Volume 2 (pp.1109-1119).

NY, NY: Routeledge.

Mpofu, E.; Kasayira,J.; Mhaka, M.M.; Chireshe, R. & Maunganidze, L. (2007)

Inclusive Education in Zimbabwe. In P. Engelbrecht & L. Green, (Eds): Responding

to the Challenges of Inclusive Education in Southern Africa (pp. 66-79). Pretoria, Van

Schaik Publishers.

Chireshe, R. (2006). The job hunting process. In J. Mapfumo & R. Chireshe (Eds).

Career Guidance for job seekers (pp. 29-50). Gweru, Mambo Press.

Book Chapters Accepted for Publication

Chireshe, R. Quantitative data analysis and interpretation: Key elements. Book

chapter, Mosala-Masedi Publishers.

Akinsola, E & Chireshe, R. Is an African perspective of disability validated by

current trends in inclusive education. Deconstruction of Inclusion in Education. South

Africa, UNISA.

Shumba, A. & Chireshe, R. Understanding African Worldviews of Inclusive

Education. Book Chapter: Deconstruction of Inclusion in Education. South Africa,

UNISA.

Published Books

Mapfumo, J & Chireshe, R. (Eds) (2006). Career Guidance for job seekers. Gweru,

Mambo Press.

Books Accepted for Publication

Mapfumo, J. & Chireshe, R (In press). Developing, Implementing and Evaluating

Guidance and Counselling Programmes in Zimbabwe Secondary Schools. University

of Zimbabwe Publications.

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Book Reviews

Chireshe, R. (2005) Culture and Disability: Providing Culturally Competent services:

By John H. Stone (Ed). Thousand Oaks, Sage Publications 2005 pp 243 ISBN 0-

7619-3084-1. Journal of Psychology in Africa Vol 15 (1).

Chireshe, R. (2004a). Improving Teacher Preparation. Teaching Practice Guide: By

Fred Zindi, Bernard Batidzirai and Muchadei Nyota (Eds). Harare, Human Resources

Research Centre (HRRC). 2003pp 165. IS BN 1 – 77905 – 138 – 7. The

Zimbabwean Bulletin of Teacher Education Vol 13- (1), 1-3.

Chireshe, R. (2004b). Disability and Special Needs Education in an African Context:

By Robert Chimedza and Susan Peters (Eds). Harare; College Press. 2001 pp 212.

ISBN 1 – 779 00 422 – 2. Journal of Psychology in Africa, Vol 14 (1), 153-154.

Refereed Training Materials

Urombo, R. (2000). Module CD104. Ethics in Counselling. For BSc. Counselling

Degree. Harare, Zimbabwe Open University.

Chireshe, R. & Rukuni, M, (2003) Module CD312. HIV/AIDS Counselling. For

BSc. Counselling Degree. Harare. Zimbabwe Open University.

Kasayira, J.; Chireshe, R. & Chipandamira K. (2004) Module HPS 403.

Educational Behaviour. For Honors Psychology Degree. Harare. Zimbabwe Open

University.

Content Reviewed the Following Refereed Training Materials

Mapfumo, J. (2001) Module PGDE. School Guidance and Counselling. Harare,

Zimbabwe Open University.

Kanyowa, T. (2002) Module CD307. Family and Marriage Counselling. For BSc.

Counselling Degree. Harare, Zimbabwe Open University.

Submitted for Publication Consideration

Peresuh, M., Chireshe, R. & Mapfumo J. Breaking the Barriers, The African Woman

in Context. Zambezia.

Chireshe, R., Lebeloane, O. & Shava, S. Challenges in academic publishing: Editors’

views. Journal of Communication.

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Manuscripts in Progress

Chireshe, R, Exploring learners’ perceptions towards high failure rate in

Mathematics and Science in Mthatha, Mqanduli and Nqeleni districts senior

secondary schools.

Cekiso, M., Jadezweni M.M. & Chireshe R. An exploration of resilience among

street children in Umthatha town, Eastern Cape South Africa.

RESEARCH REPORTS

Chireshe, R. (2008), Guidance and Counselling Needs Assessment in Northern

Uganda, Research report for United Movement to End Child Soldiering (UMECS)

(April -May).

Chireshe, R.; Ntare Rutondoki, E. & Ojwang, P. ( 2008) Availability and

Effectiveness of HIV/AIDS Awareness and Intervention Programmes for People with

Disabilities in Uganda, Research report (November 2007 to May).

Tefferra, T, & Urombo, R (1995), The evaluation of the Redd Barna Mediated

Learning Experience (M.L.E.) pilot programme in Zimbabwe, research report.

CONFERENCES

Conference Attendance and Presentations

Attended the Curriculum Reform and Transformation Conference (CRTC), 16-17

October 2013, Kgorong Building, Function Hall, UNISA, Pretoria.

Chireshe, R. (2013). Writing for publication. 10th

Africa Regional Research

Workshop for early career scholars, 25- 27 September, Robert Sobukwe Building,

Pretoria

Chireshe, R. (2013). Academic Dishonesty: Views of Zimbabwe University

Students. Canada International Conference on Education (CICE-2013), June 24-26,

Hart House, University of Toronto, Canada

Chireshe, R. (2012). Inclusive Education: The state of affairs in Zimbabwe today.

London International Conference on Education (LICE-2012), November 19-22,

Thistle Hotel, London, UK.

Tachie, SA & Chireshe, R. (2012). High Failure Rate in Mathematics Examinations

in Rural Senior Secondary Schools in Umtata District, Eastern Cape: Learners’

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Attributions. ICER 2012- International Conference of Education, Research &

Innovation, Melia Castilla Hotel, Madrid, Spain 19-21 November.

Chireshe, R. (2012). Peer Counselling in Zimbabwean Secondary schools. Southern

African Society for Educators (SASE), Great Zimbabwe Hotel, Masvingo, Zimbabwe,

4-6 October.

Mapfumo, J.S; Chitsiko, N & Chireshe, R. (2012). Teaching Practice-generated

stressors and coping mechanisms among student teachers in Zimbabwe International

Conference on Teaching Practice in Education, St George Hotel, Pretoria, South

Africa, 6-8 August.

Shumba, A & Chireshe, R. (2012). Zimbabwe Education system. Second Scramble

for Africa, Sammy Mark Square Conference Centre & DIRCO OR Tambo Building,

Rietondale, Tshwane, 23-24 May.

Chireshe, R. (2011). The state of career guidance and counseling provisions at a rural

university: career advisors’ reflections. ICER 2011- International Conference of

Education, Research & Innovation, Melia Castilla Hotel, Madrid, Spain 14-16

November.

Chireshe, R. (2011). Research supervision: Postgraduate Students’ experiences and

expectations in South Africa. Southern African Society for Educators (SASE),

President Hotel, Bloemfontein (6 to 8 October).

Attended 2011 UNISA College of Education Research Conference, Sharing

Excellence in Research, 21-22 July 2011, Burgers Park Hotel, Pretoria.

Attended Walter Sisulu University’s Center for Learning and Teacher Development

2nd

E-Learning Conference, (2-3 November 2010) at Mthatha Health Resources

Centre, Eastern Cape South Africa.

Chireshe, R. (2010). Effective and Ineffective lecturers: Perspectives of University

Students in Zimbabwe. Southern African Society for Educators (SASE), Forever,

Tshipise Resort, (7 to 9 October), Vembe District.

Chireshe, R. (2010). Factors affecting the Effectiveness of the School Guidance and

Counselling Services in Zimbabwe secondary schools. London International

Conference on Education (LICE-2010), September 6-8, Thistle Hotel, London, UK.

Chireshe, R. (2010). Why articles are not accepted for Publication: Guest Editorial

Experiences. WSU International Conference: Consolidating Research, Innovation

and Technology Platforms for a Knowledge –based Economy. Health Resource

Centre, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa, 18-20, August.

Manning, WR., Chireshe, R & Cekiso, M (2010) Factors affecting the teaching and

learning of creative writing in high schools. WSU International Conference:

Consolidating Research, Innovation and Technology Platforms for a Knowledge –

based Economy. Health Resource Centre, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa, 18-

20, August.

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Ntsaluba, N & Chireshe, R (2010) Teaching practice as an effective context for the

development of student teachers’ competences at Walter Sisulu University: WSU

International Conference: Consolidating Research, Innovation and Technology

Platforms for a Knowledge –based Economy. Health Resource Centre, Mthatha,

Eastern Cape, South Africa, 18-20, August

Tachie, SA & Chireshe, R (2010). Factors contributing to the high failure rate in

mathematics examinations in senior secondary schools in Umthatha: WSU

International Conference: Consolidating Research, Innovation and Technology

Platforms for a Knowledge –based Economy. Health Resource Centre, Mthatha,

Eastern Cape, South Africa, 18-20, August.

Chireshe, R (2009). School guidance and counseling Needs Assessment in

Zimbabwe Secondary schools. ICER 2009- International Conference of Education,

Research & Innovation, Melia Castilla Hotel, Madrid, Spain 16-18 November.

Chireshe, R (2009). Trainee teachers’ attitudes towards Inclusive Education.

Southern African Society for Educators (SASE), Regent Hotel, East London, (1– 3

October)

Chireshe, R.; & Mudhovozi, P. (2009). Accommodation problems: Great Zimbabwe

University Students Speak Out. WSU Research Conference Proceedings: Advancing

Knowledge for Empowerment through Innovations in Research. Abbotsford Christian

Centre, East London, South Africa, (August 25-27), pages 218- 229.

Attended the 5th

Annual Centre for Rural Development Conference (1-4 September

2009). Mthatha Health Resources Centre, Eastern Cape South Africa.

Shumba A., Mpofu E., Chireshe R. & Mapfumo J. (2007). Corporal Punishment in

Zimbabwean Schools: Aetiology and Challenges. KAEM Annual Conference on

Educational Management and Leadership: Perspectives, Research and Challenges,

Eldoret, Kenya (April 9-11).

Chireshe, R.; Venter, E. & Sonnekus, I.P. (2007). The State of School Guidance and

Counselling Services Planning in Zimbabwean Secondary Schools: School

Counsellors and Students’ Perception. KAEM Annual Conference on Educational

Management and Leadership: Perspectives, Research and Challenges, Eldoret,

Kenya (April 9-11).

Mpofu, E.; Maluwa- Banda, D.; Chireshe, R.; Mivenyi, Y.J.; Shumba, A. &

Tchombe, T. (2006). Equity of Psycho- Educational Assessment in Six African

Countries. 26th

International Congress of Applied Psychology. Athens, Greece (July

16-21).

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Chireshe, R. & Chireshe, E. (2005). Teaching practice assessment in Higher

Education: What students teachers say: Knowledge Production and Higher Education

in the 21st Century . Joint Conference of the Southern African Association for

Research and Development in Higher Education and the Productive Learning Cultures

Project. University of Bergen, Norway (August 31-September 2).

Invited Symposium

International Congress of Psychology (Berlin, Germany, June 2008)

Theme: Community Psychology in Africa

Convener: Regis Chireshe D.Ed

Discussant: Unassigned

Title of Presentation: To be selected

Role: Convener

Participation in Seminars and Workshops

The National Benchmark Tests Project (26-28 September 2012). The goal of the

workshop was to setup standards for Quantitative Literacy degree. Ocean View Hotel,

Cape Town.

Research Consultative Forum (12-13 November 2009). The goal of the Forum was to

explore ways of improving research outputs at WSU and Mapping out the research

strategy for WSU from November 2009 to 2014. Mthatha Health Resources Centre,

Eastern Cape, South Africa.

Integration of HIV/AIDS into the Curriculum (29-30 July 2009). The goal of the

workshop was to discuss the models than can be adapted to Integrate HIV/AIDS into

Higher Education Curriculum. Mthatha Health Resources Centre, Eastern Cape, South

Africa.

Southern African Regional Universities Association (SARUA) Regional Research

Workshop (6 & 7 October 2008). The goal of the workshop was to share results of

SARUA’s Regional research projects. Sunnyside Park Hotel, Johannesburg, South

Africa.

SNV brainstorm session on Education Programmes and Issues (23 September 2008).

The goal of the seminar was to explore the teaching and research work of

Universities’ Faculties of Education and ideas about strengthening or rebuilding the

education sector, Arundel Office Park, Harare.

Community Action Research on Disability (CARD) in Uganda Research Results

Dissemination Seminar (28 January 2008). The goal of the seminar was to

disseminate research results from CARD funded research projects, Kyambogo

University, Main Hall East End, Uganda.

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Face-to-face Residential session: Planning Workshop (14 December 2007). The goal

of the workshop was to orientate face to face Distance Education facilitators and team

leaders to Distance Learning, Council Room, Kyambogo University, Kampala.

Basic Education Review Workshop (July 2005). The goal of the workshop was to

gather information from the participants on how the education of children in

Zimbabwe could be improved, Chevron Hotel, Masvingo.

The Power Point Mini Workshop (March 3-4 2005). The goal of the workshop was to

enable lecturers to use video projectors and power point in the teaching and learning

process. Masvingo State University Computer Laboratory.

Professional Development in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Induction

(2004). The goal of the workshop was to equip lecturers with teaching, research and

administrative skills in Universities. Masvingo State University.

Masvingo Region Primary School Teachers’ Workshop (10 May 2002). The goal of

the workshop was to make primary school teachers effective in their teaching.

Victoria Junior School, Masvingo.

National Association of Societies for the Care of the Handicapped Workshop

(November 2000). The goal of the workshop was to assist participants to develop

positive attitudes towards the Handicapped, Chevron Hotel, Masvingo.

Post Graduate Diploma in Education Mentors’ Workshop (November 2000). The

goal of the workshop was to equip mentors with mentoring skills, Masvingo

Teachers’ College.

University College of Distance Education Module Writers’ Workshop (April 1999).

The goal of the workshop was to tutors with module writing skills, ZIPAM.

Nutritional support for People with HIV and AIDS Workshop (28 June-2 July 1999).

The goal of the workshop was to equip participants with nutritional information which

could assist People Living with HIV and AIDS, University of Zimbabwe.

University College of Distance Education Front Line Staff Workshop (August 1998).

The goal of the workshop was to equip front line staff with skills that enhance the

image of the College, Chibhanguza Hotel.

Drawing the Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) Syllabus Workshop (21-

25 February 1994). The goal of the workshop was to draw up a relevant and user-

friendly ECEC syllabus. St Mary’s Training Centre.

Casting the Net of Remedial Tutors Wider Workshop (30 May – 3 June 1994). The

goal of the workshop was to assist Remedial Tutors to cater for a number of children

with disabilities, Kadoma Ranch Motel.

Annual Evaluation of the Early Childhood Education and Care programme (25 –27

October 1993). The goal of the workshop was to establish whether the ECEC

programme had met its set objectives, St Mary’s Training Centre, Chitungwiza.

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Quality Education to the Visually Impaired (14- 16 April 1993). The goal of the

workshop was to enhance the quality of the education received by visually impaired

children, Victoria High School, Masvingo.

Counselling skills Workshop (6- 10 July 1992). The goal of the workshop was to

equip Trainee Psychologists with counselling skills. Selborne Hotel, Bulawayo.

The use of the BRIAAC test (24-28 August 1992). The goal of the workshop was to

enable Educational Psychologists to carry psychological testing using the BRIAAC,

Fairmile Hotel, Gweru.

Invited Lectures/Presentations

Chireshe, R. (2013). Literature Review, Theoretical Frame work and the use of

Theory in research. Ethiopia Management Training Centre, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

(23-25 October).

Chireshe, R. (2013). Quantitative Data Analysis and Interpretation. Ethiopia

Management Training Centre, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (123-25 October).

Chireshe, R. (2011). Presenting findings, Analysis, Discussion, Conclusion and

Recommendations. Ethiopia Management Training Centre, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

(17-21 October).

Chireshe, R. (2010). Analysis quantitative data. Paper presented at the Postgraduate

supervisors’ workshop. Mthatha Health Resources Centre (1-2 September)

Chireshe, R. (2010). Literature Review: What to look for. Paper presented at the

Postgraduate supervisors’ workshop. Mthatha Health Resources Centre (1-2

September)

Chireshe, R. (2010). Harvard Referencing Style. Paper presented at the Postgraduate

supervisors’ workshop. Mthatha Health Resources Centre (1-2 September)

Chireshe, R. (2008). Assisting students in their research projects. Paper presented at

the Departmental Seminar on Research Supervision, Faculty Board Room,

Kyambogo University, Kampala, Uganda (April 9).

Chireshe, R. (2006). Tutoring in Distance and Open learning. Paper presented at the

Distance and Open Learning Tutors’ workshop, Zimbabwe Open University,

Masvingo Region (March).

Chireshe, R. (2005a). Why papers are not accepted for publication. Paper presented

at a Departmental Seminar on Research, Masvingo State University (July 18).

Chireshe, R. (2005b). Common Problems students face in research. Paper presented

at the supervision and Marking of Portfolios and Research Projects workshop,

Flamboyant Hotel, Masvingo (May 28-29).

Chireshe, R. (2004). Counselling Children who are Rape Victims: Paper presented at

the Victims Friendly Court Workshop, Chevron, Hotel, Masvingo (November 24-26).

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Urombo, R. (2001). Distance Teaching and Open Learning: Implications on Study

Skills, Problems and Issues. Paper presented at An Orientation Programme for New

Zimbabwe Open University Students, Victoria Junior School (March).

Urombo, R. (2000). The Role of Full-time Tutors. Paper presented at the Department

of Psychology, Special Education and Counselling Tutors’ workshop, Great

Zimbabwe Hotel, Masvingo (December).

Urombo, R.; Maunganidze, L. & Mapfumo, J. (1998). Examinations: A psychological

perspective. Paper presented at the College of Distance Education BA English and

Communication Examiners’ workshop, Midlands Hotel, Gweru (May).

Urombo, R. (1998). Motivation. Papers presented at a Sports Management Short

Course, CDU, Harare (September).

Urombo, R. (1999). HIV and AIDS Counselling. Paper presented at a Counselling

Skills Short courses workshop, Mutare Teachers’ College (August)

Urombo, R. (1998). Basic Counselling Skills. Paper presented at a Counselling Skills

Short courses workshop, University of Zimbabwe Teaching and Learning Centre,

Harare (20 July).

Urombo, R. (1994). The role of Schools Psychological Services and Special Needs

Education. Paper presented at the District Education Officers and Headmasters’

workshop, Alvod Training Centre (28 June).

Urombo, R. (1994). Registration of ECEC Centres and Remuneration. Paper

presented at District Education Officers, Headmasters, PTA members and ECEC

Supervisors and Teachers’ workshop, Chibi Office Community Hall, (24 May).

Urombo, R. (1994). The Integrated Curriculum. Paper presented at an ECEC

Supervisors and Teachers’ workshop, Alvod Training Centre (19 April).

Urombo, R. (1993). Counselling Techniques. Paper presented at a school

counsellors’ workshop, Gokomere High school (2 September).

Urombo, R. (1993). Individualised Educational Programme. Paper presented at an

Assistant Educational Psychologist’ s workshop, Selborne Hotel, Bulawayo (16 June).

Urombo, R. (1993). Mental Retardation. Paper presented at a Community

Rehabilitation workshop, Bikita Training Centre (20 May).

Urombo, R. (1993).Teaching in the Special Class. Paper presented at an Induction

workshop for Special Needs Education Teachers, Mulelezi school (25 February).

Urombo, R. (1993). Special Class Returns and Referral System. Paper presented at a

workshop for Special Class Teachers and Headmasters, Flamboyant Hotel (15

February).

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Urombo, R. (1992). The Slow Learner. Paper presented at a Remedial Tutors and

Headmasters’ workshop, Binga Secondary school (27 October).

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

May 2014 to Date: Professor: Educational Psychology & Special Needs

Education, Department of Special Needs Education, Great Zimbabwe University.

Preparation and teaching of Research Methods and Statistics for Post Graduate

students.

July 2011 to 30 April 2014: Professor, Life Orientation (Guidance and Counselling),

Department of Psychology of Education, University of South Africa.

Preparation and teaching of undergraduate courses in Life Orientation.

Supervising post graduate students’ research; Mentoring Junior Academic

Staff in research matters.

May 2009 to 30 June 2011: Research Associate Professor, Department of

Continuing & Professional Teacher Development: Post Graduate and Research,

Walter Sisulu University.

Supervising post graduate students’ research; Mentoring Junior Academic

Staff in research matters.

June 2008 to 31 April 2009: Associate Professor Educational Psychology &

Special Needs Education, Department of Special Needs Education, Great Zimbabwe

University (formerly Masvingo State University).

Preparing and teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in

Educational Psychology and Special Needs Education. Teaching the following

courses: RSM101 Research Methods and Statistics; EFNSE 203 Stakeholders

in Special Needs education; EFSNE 202 Learning Disabilities and

Behavioural Disorders; EFSNE 107 Guidance and Counselling issues in

Special Needs Education; Supervision of undergraduates and post graduates

students’ dissertations/ research projects.

Clinical supervision: Supervision of special needs education students on

placement in learning centres.

September 2007 to 31 May 2008: Visiting Professor Educational Psychology &

Special Needs Education, Department of Educational Psychology, Faculty of

Education, Kyambogo University, Uganda

Preparing and teaching of undergraduate courses in Psychology: Teaching

Psychology of Learning course (PC 214); HIV/AIDS Counselling (PC312).

Supervision of undergraduate students’ research projects. Supervision of

students on school practice

January 2007 to August 2007: Associate Professor Educational Psychology &

Special Needs Education, Department of Special Needs Education, Great Zimbabwe

University (formerly Masvingo State University).

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January 2005- December 2006: Senior Lecturer, Department of Special Needs

Education, Masvingo State University.










April 2002 - December 2004: Lecturer, Department of Educational Foundations,

Masvingo State University.



courses: RSM101 Research Methods and Statistics; EFM 207 Special Needs

Education; EFM 501 Measurement and Evaluation; EFM 570 Special Needs

Education. Supervision of undergraduates and post graduates students’

dissertations/ research projects.

August 1999-March 2002: Lecturer, Department of Psychology, Special Needs

Education and Counselling, Zimbabwe Open University.

Preparing and teaching of undergraduate courses in the Department of

Psychology, Special Needs Education and Counselling. Teaching the

following courses: CD104 Ethics in Counselling; CD210 Child Abuse and

Neglect; PSY104 Psychology of Strangers; PSY 105 Mind Body and

Behaviour; PSY 106 Psychology, The Public and Other Professions; PSY101

From Birth to Death; PSY 207 Psychology of Teaching and Learning; CD205

Assessment issues in Counselling. Supervision of undergraduates students’

research projects.

Clinical supervision: Supervision of students on attachment.

May 2000-January 2002: Part-Time Lecturer, Masvingo Technical College,

Education Department.

Taught classes in Assessment and Evaluation; Management of Training.

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March 2002-May 2004: Part- Time Lecturer, Great Zimbabwe University; Special

Needs Education Department

Teaching of Psychology, Special Needs Education and Counselling Courses.

Supervision of undergraduates and post graduates students’ dissertations/

research projects.

April 2002- April 2009: Part-Time Lecturer, Zimbabwe Open University,

Department of Social Sciences.

Preparing and teaching of undergraduate courses in the Department of Social

Sciences. Teaching the following courses: PSY 204 Psychology of Reading;

CD312 HIV and AIDS Counselling; CD104 Ethics in Counselling; CD210

Child Abuse and Neglect; PSY 105 Mind Body and Behaviour; PSY 106

Psychology, The Public and Other Professions; PSY101 From Birth to Death;

PSY 207 Psychology of Teaching and Learning; PSY305 Selected topics in

Social Psychology; CD205 Assessment issues in Counselling. Supervision of

undergraduates students’ research projects

Clinical supervision: Supervision of students on attachment.

January 1991-August 1991: Secondary School Teacher, Zimbabwe Ministry of

Education, Sport and Culture.

Taught Religious Studies, Agriculture and Geography.

Dissertations/ Research Projects Supervised to successful completion:

Doctoral level

Ntsaluba, D.N. (2012) An Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Teaching Practice in the

context of Developing Student Teachers’ Competences at Walter Sisulu University,

Doctor of Education; Faculty of Education, Walter Sisulu University.

Manning, W.R. (2013) Factors affecting the learning and teaching of creative writing

in High schools in Mthatha District. Doctor of Education; Faculty of Education,


Majoko, T. (2014) Challenges in School Guidance and Counselling Services

Provisions for Children with Disabilities in Zimbabwean Inclusive Primary Schools.

Doctor of Education: College of Education, University of South Africa.

Chikutuma, T. (2014) Quality of Early Childhood Development programmes in

Harare primary schools in Zimbabwe. Doctor of Education: College of Education,

University of South Africa.

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Masters Level

Dzapasi, A. (2014). Factors affecting guidance and counselling services provision to

students with visual impairment: A case study of Copota School for the blind,

Zimbabwe. Master of Education, College of Education, University of South Africa.

Malahlela, M.K. (2013). The effects of teenage pregnancy on the behaviour of

learners at secondary schools in the Mankweng area, Limpopo. Master of Education,

College of Education, University of South Africa.

Jebe, N.G. (2012). The impact of poor curriculum management on learner

performance. Master of Education, Faculty of Education, Walter Sisulu University.

Susela, L.A. (2012). Determinants of the poor relationships between school

management teams and school governing bodies in the Butterworth District, Eastern

Cape. Master of Education, Faculty of Education, Walter Sisulu University.

Ngewu, C.P.B. (2011) Causes of school failure. Master of Education, Faculty of

Education, Walter Sisulu University.

Tachie, S.A.(2011). Factors contributing to the high failure rate in Mathematics in

senior secondary schools in Umthatha district. Master of Education, Faculty of

Education, Walter Sisulu University.

Sekeni, S. (2003). Assessment Approaches Used in Pre-schools in Masvingo Urban.

Masters dissertation. Educational Foundations Department. Masvingo University

College.

Makurumidze, D. (2003). Sources of Stress Among Students in Higher Education: A

Case Study of Masvingo Technical College. Masters dissertation. Educational

Foundations Department. Masvingo University College.

Hungwe, V. (2003). Effectiveness of Inclusive Education in Harare. Masters

dissertation. Educational Foundations Department. Masvingo University College.

Bachelors’ Level

Chikanga, J. (2006). The Appropriateness of Integration at Beatrice Vocational

Rehabilitation Centre. Dissertation, Masvingo State University, Department of

Special Needs Education.

Nyama, G. (2006). Assessment of the Existence of Parent- Teacher Partnership in

Educating Children with Mental Retardation in Marondera District. Dissertation,

Masvingo State University, Department of Special Needs Education.

Majoko, T. (2005). Specialist Teachers’ Perceptions on the Inclusion of Children with

Disabilities in the Mainstream School System in Zimbabwe. Dissertation, Masvingo

State University, Department of Special Needs Education.

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Zenda, E. (2005). Attitudes of Specialist and non-Specialist Teachers Towards

Children with Mental Retardation in Masvingo District Primary Schools.

Dissertation, Masvingo State University, Department of Special Needs Education.

Hugwe, T. (2005). Teachers’ Attitudes Towards Inclusion of Children with Moderate

Mental Retardation in Gweru District Primary Schools. Dissertation, Masvingo State

University, Department of Special Needs Education.

Mukamwi, M. (2005). Factors that affect school leavers in choosing careers.

Bachelor of Science in Counselling. Dissertation, Zimbabwe Open University, Social

Sciences Department.

Maduku, E. (2005). High School Students’ Guidance and Counselling Concerns and

Preferences for Expert Guidance. Bachelor of Science in Counselling. Dissertation,

Zimbabwe Open University, Social Sciences Department.

Makaya, C. (2005). The provisions for the Gifted Children in Zimbabwe. Bachelor of

Science in Psychology. Dissertation, Zimbabwe Open University, Social Sciences

Department.

Mudumani, W. (2005). Secondary School Teachers’ Perceptions of the Effectiveness

of Guidance and Counselling in Zaka South Area. Bachelor of Science in

Counselling. Dissertation, Zimbabwe Open University, Social Sciences Department.

Shumba, A. (2005). Causes and Effects of Truancy in Primary Schools: Teachers’

Perceptions. Bachelor of Science in Counselling. Dissertation, Zimbabwe Open

University, Social Sciences Department.

Maturure, D. (2004). Problems faced by school counsellors in Implementing guidance

and counselling programmes in Masvingo District. Bachelor of Science in

Counselling. Dissertation, Zimbabwe Open University, Social Sciences Department.

Mapako, S.K. (1999). School Adminitrators’ Attitudes towards Shona in Mbare

Circuit in Harare. Bachelor of Educational Administration, Planning and Policy

Studies. Dissertation, Zimbabwe Open University, Educational Administration

Department.

Doctoral Students being supervised

Bondai, B. An evaluation of the effectiveness of guidance and counseling services

offered in Zimbabwean Universities. Doctor of Education: College of Education


Mziwoxolo, R.K. An Assessment of the Effectiveness of Adult Basic Education and

Training Provisions in the Eastern Cape. Doctor of Education; Faculty of Education,


Chinangure F. The influence of celebrities on the behavior of high school students in

Zimbabwean secondary schools. Doctor of Education: College of Education


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Manwa, L. Determinants of Academic Performance of Female Students at a

University in Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe. Doctor of Education: College of

Education, University of South Africa.

Chimhenga, S. The implementation of inclusive education for children with learning

disabilities in Zimbabwean primary schools: challenges and solutions. Doctor of

Education: College of Education, University of South Africa.

Mtemeri, J. Factors influencing the choice of career pathways among high school

students in the Midlands Province of Zimbabwe. Doctor of Education: College of

Education, University of South Africa.

Dhlomo, T. Access and quality: an analysis of preschool services for children with

special needs in Zimbabwe. Doctor of Education: College of Education, University of

South Africa.

Mulwa, R.K.W. Factors Affecting Teachers’ Attitude Towards The Ban of Corporal

Punishment in Nairobi County Public Secondary Schools, Kenya. Doctor of

Education: College of Education, University of South Africa.

Masters Students being supervised

Mnguni, I. Investigating the causes of learner drop out in South African secondary

schools. Master of Education, College of Education, University of South Africa.

Doctoral theses externally examined

Mazrui, L.M. (2014). Determinants of primary school wastage for learners with

disabilities in coast province, Kenya: Towards a theoretical prevention model.

Department of Special Needs Education, Kenyatta University

Wambugu, B.N. (2014). Examination of the quality of Special Needs Education

embedded in juvenile rehabilitation institutions in Kenya. Department of Special

Needs Education, Kenyatta University

Wangechi, N.L. (2013). Effects of armed ethnic conflict on education and the

implication for peace education. A case of Nakuru count Kenya. Department of

Special Needs Education, Kenyatta University

Wanjiku, M.S (2013). Strategies to enhance early identification of visual problems

among children in public primary schools in Kenya. Department of Special Needs

Education, Kenyatta University

Dilaolo, K.M. (2013). Learner-Involvement strategies in improving discipline in

Botswana senior secondary schools. Doctor of Philosophy (Psychology of

Education). Faculty of Education, North West University.

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Taukeni, S (2012). A study of orphaned learners’ experiences with regard to

psychosocial support provisioning in six selected primary schools in the Endola

circuit-Namibia: Implications for school guidance and counseling. Doctor of

Philosophy (Education). Faculty of Education, University of Fort Hare.

Bayaga, A (2010). A case study of the applicability and relevance of a business risk

management framework in a higher education quality management. Faculty of

Education, University of Fort Hare.

Mkonto, P.N (2010). The development and evaluation of a learning styles assessment

tool for South African higher education context Faculty of Education, University of

Western Cape.

King’endo, M. (2010). Incidence and extent of substance abuse among secondary

school students in Nairobi province, Kenya: Implications for specialised intervention.

Department of Special Education, Kenyatta University

Runo, M. (2009). Identification of reading disabilities and teacher- oriented

challenges in teaching reading to grade five learners in Nyeri and Nairobi districts,

Kenya. Department of Special Education, Kenyatta University

Baguwemu, A.A. (2007). Copying Strategies of Children with Motor Disability in

Mainstream Schools in Uganda. Doctor of Philosophy. Department of Educational

Psychology, School of Education, Makerere University.

Pido, S. (2007). Continuous Assessment and Student Performance in Physics in

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education Examination. Doctor of Philosophy.

Department of Educational Psychology, School of Education, Makerere University.

Masters theses externally examined

Karori, J.M.O, (2014). Barriers to inclusion of learners with reading difficulty in

Langata district, Nairobi County, Kenya. Department of Special Needs Education,

Kenyatta University

Muthoni, N.I (2014). An analysis of low enrolment and retention rates of girls with

disabilities in integrated primary schools, Embu Country, Kenya. Department of

Special Needs Education, Kenyatta University

Malibeng, L.Q (2014). Experiences of teachers on teaching HIV and AIDS-A case

study of selected schools in Lesotho. Faculty of Education. University of Kwazulu

Natal

Malebese, M.L (2013). Parental Support on grade 12 learners’ self-regulated

learning behaviour in Lejweleputswa. Faculty of Education. Central University of

Technology, South Africa.

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Muthoni, G.J (2012). An investigation into how pre-school children with Hearing

Impairments in Kirinyaga country communicate at home and at school. Department

of Special Education, Kenyatta University.

Chpkorir, J (2012). Costing inclusion of students with visual, hearing and physical

disabilities in Kenyan public universities. Department of Special Education, Kenyatta

University.

Munyua, C.G (2012). Factors influencing choice of vocational courses by learners

with hearing impairments in central Province, Kenya. Department of Special

Education, Kenyatta University.

Wanjiru, M.M (2012). Vocational Education and Community integration of young

adults with mental retardation in Kiambu Country, Kenya, Department of Special


Odandi, V.N (2012). Factors affecting education of children living with HIV and

AIDS: A Case of Nyumbani children’s home, Nairobi, Kenya, Department of Special


Kagume F.M (2012). Labour Market Outcomes of Education for Young Persons with

Physical Disabilities in Poor Community Settings of Nyeri Central District, Kenya ,

Department of Special Education, Kenyatta University.

Ndathe, R.W (2011). Challenges encountered by blind women in Machakos district:

Implications for rehabilitation opportunities in Kenya, Department of Special


Rethaa, AG.T (2011). Barriers to successful inclusion of learners with visual

impairments in primary schools in Igoji division Kenya, Department of Special


Jelagat, M.J (2011). Factors influencing attitudes of students towards inclusive

education: A case of Nairobi integrated educational programme, Kenya, Department


Mbithi, A.N (2011). Impact of social experience on academic performance on pupils

with low visionin integrated primary schools in Nairobi Province, Kenya, Department


Mugambi, M.K (2011). Challenges facing teachers in teaching students with visual

impairment in an integrated school: a study of Moi Girls’ School, Nairobi,

Department of Special Education, Kenyatta University.

Mucemi, N.J. (2010). Educational outcomes of reintegrated child offenders in Othaya

Rehabilitation school, Nyeri South District, Kenya, Department of Special Education,

Kenyatta University.

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Arendse, A. (2010). Investigating the Challenges facing itinerant learning support

educators (ILSE) in the context of Inclusive Education in the Metro South Education

District, Faculty of Education, University of the Western Cape.

Muma, K.B (2010). Impact of female genital mutilation on education of girls with

hearing impairment in Guha district, Kenya, Department of Special Education,

Kenyatta University.

Mueni, N.J (2010). Socio-Economic factors supporting learning of pupils with

learning disabilities in upper classes in primary schools in Kasarani division,

Nairobi, Department of Special Education, Kenyatta University.

Wangari, A. (2009). Factors hampering access to free primary education by orphans

in municipality division, Kiambu district. Department of Special Education, Kenyatta

University.

Gichuke, V.W. (2009). The nature and Extent of child abuse in residential secondary

schools for students with exceptional needs in Thika district. Department of Special


Maithya, P.M. (2009). The influence of education on the perception of crime and

justice by inmates with Hearing impaired in Nairobi province jails. Department of

Special Education, Kenyatta University.

Nzioka, K.R. (2009). School related problems and development of juvenile

delinquency: The case of Machakos rehabilitation school. Department of Special


Wanja, N.S. (2009). Factors affecting Braille competency among learners with total

loss of vision in Kenya. Department of Special Education, Kenyatta University.

Buluma, M.E. (2009). Nature and effects of sexual harassment of teachers in special

and regular secondary schools in central province of Kenya. Department of Special

Education, Kenyatta University

Kyomuhendo, C. (2008). Age, Sex, Academic-------------in Secondary Schools.


Tagulwa, A. (2008). Students’ and lecturers’-------------Continuing Education.


Aheisibwe, I. (2008). The influence of Teacher------------- primary pupils in Uganda.


Mateso, J.M. (2008). Cultural Identity, Self-Esteem-------------in Secondary Schools.


Ouno, J. (2008). Parenting styles, self-esteem-------------students in Kumi District.


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SERVICE

Universities/ Ministries

University of South Africa

Member of the Articles/Books/Chapters/Peer Reviewed Conference Proceedings

Research Output Selection Committee.

Member of the College of Education Research Committee.

Walter Sisulu University

Member of the Walter Sisulu University Research Advisory Forum. The Forum

advise on research related activities conducted by staff and Students at WSU.

Member of the Walter Sisulu University International Conference Oversight

Organizing and Promotions Committees

Great Zimbabwe University ( formerly Masvingo State University)

Acting Dean of Faculty of Education (July 2008 – 31 April 2009)

Providing academic, research and service-related leadership to personnel in the

Faculty of Education. The Faculty has a teaching staff compliment of 75 plus 9

support staff

Deputy Dean of Education, Faculty of Education (April 2006-September 2007).

Assisting the Dean of Education in providing academic, research and service-related

leadership to personnel in the Faculty of Education.

Acting Dean of Education, Faculty of Education (June, 2006)

Providing academic, research and service-related leadership to personnel in the

Faculty of Education. The Faculty of Education had a teaching staff compliment of 65

plus 10 support staff.

Acting Chairperson, Department of Educational Foundations (January 2004-

January 2005). Providing academic, research and service-related leadership to

personnel in the Department. The Department had a teaching staff compliment of 15

plus one support staff.

Research Coordinator, Department of Special Needs Education (April 2005-

September 2007). Assisting with research proposal writing and guiding students

undertaking research.

Faculty Academic Board Member (January 2004-April 2009).

Member of the Great Zimbabwe University Senate (August 2007 April 2009).

Member of the Masvingo State University Senate (January 2004-January 2005).

Member of the Masvingo State University Council (January 2004-January 2005).

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Faculty of Education Board Of Examiners Member (January 2004- April 2009).

Member of the Masvingo State University Time Table Committee (January 2004-

January 2005).

Faculty of Education Planning Committee Member (January 2004- January 2005;

April 2006- April 2009).

Member of the Masvingo State University Budget Committee (January 2004-

January 2005).

Zimbabwe Open University

Programme Coordinator, BSc Counselling, BSc Psychology and BSc Special Needs

Education degree programmes (May 2000-July 2005).

Coordinator, Zimbabwe Open University Short Courses: Basic Counselling Skills &

Sports Management (March 1998- November 1999).

Masvingo Regional Academic Board Member (January 2000-July 2005).

Member of the Zimbabwe Open University Steering Committees of the BSc

Counselling, BSc Special Education and BSc Psychology degree programmes (1999-2000). Assisted with the drafting of regulations and course content for the

above three-degree programmes.

Ministry of Education, Sport and Culture

Head of Schools Psychological Services and Special Needs Education

Department, Masvingo Region (September 1994-December 1997).

Community

Panel member National Benchmark Tests Project (HESA South Africa) 26-28

September 2012.

Executive member: Zimbabwe Non Fiction and Academic Writers Association

(2003 to August 2006).

Secretary: Rupare Secondary School Ex-Students Association (1991 to resent)

Editorial Work

Consulting Editor, Journal of Psychology in Africa (2008 to present)

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Co-Guest Editor of the Special Section on Psychology of Poverty: Journal of

Psychology in Africa, Vol 20 (2) 2010.

Editorial Board Member of the Educational Journal of Behavioral Sciences

(December 2010 to date).

Editorial Board Member of the International Perspectives in Psychology: Research,

Practice and Consultation (January 2011 to date).

Editorial Board Member of the African Journal of Governance and Development

(March 2011 to date).

Editorial Board Member of Journal of Special Needs Education and Disabilities

Studies (October 2012 to date).

Adhoc Manuscript Reviewer

Journal of Psychology in Africa.

Journal of Educational Studies.

International Journal of Open and Distance Learning.

The Dyke :A Journal of Midlands State University

The Open Anthropology Journal

Journal of Social Sciences

South African Journal of Education

The Anthropologist

Studies of Tribes and Tribunals

SAHARA

South African Journal of Psychology

International Journal of Peace and Development Studies

University of Kwazulu Natal (UKZN) Teaching and Learning Centre Conference

Proceedings.

Adhoc Research Proposal Reviewer

National Research Foundation (NRF)

University of Kwazulu Natal (UKZN) Teaching and Learning Centre

CONSULTANCIES

Consultant (Researcher), Guidance and Counselling Needs Assessment in Northern

Uganda, for United Movement to End Child Soldiering in Uganda (April -May 2008)

Assistant Researcher in the evaluation of the Redd Barna Mediated Learning

Experience (M.L.E.) pilot programme in Zimbabwe in 1995.

Distance Learning Module Writing for the Zimbabwe Open University (2003/2004) Psychology and Counselling.

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EXTERNAL EXAMINATIONS/ASSESSMENT

External Examiner, United College of Education (March 2002). Examiner in

Teaching Practice.

External Examiner, Morgnster Teachers’ College (March 2002). Examiner in

Teaching Practice.

External Examiner, Makerere University, Uganda (November 2007 to July 2008).

The position involved examining Theses/Dissertations submitted by Makerere

University Post Graduate Candidates.

External Examiner, Makerere University, Uganda (July 2008). The position

involved department advising and reviewing and moderating examinations for the

educational psychology undergraduate and post graduate programmes at Makerere

University (Faculty of Education).

External Examiner, Kenyatta University, Kenya (May 2009 to date). The position

involves examining Theses/Dissertations submitted by Kenyatta University Post

Graduate Candidates and reviewing and moderating examination manuscripts for

Under graduate and Postgraduate programmes in the Department of Special NEEDS

Education.

External Examiner, University of the Western Cape, South Africa (March 2010 to

date). The position involves examining Theses/Dissertations submitted by University

of the Western Cape Master of Education Post Graduate Candidates and reviewing

and moderating examination papers and examination manuscripts for Hons

Educational Psychology.

External Examiner, University of Fort Hare, South Africa (November 2010 to


of Fort Hare Master and Doctor of Education Post Graduate Candidates.

External Examiner, Kyambogo University, Uganda (July 2011 to date). The

position involves department advising and examining research projects submitted by

Kyambogo University Faculty of Special Needs Education Undergraduate Candidates

and reviewing and moderating examination papers and examination manuscripts for

the Department of Special Needs Studies.

External Examiner, University of Johannesburg, South Africa (August 2012 to


of Johannesburg Post Graduate Candidates.

External Examiner, Central University of Technology, South Africa (January

2013 to date). The position involves examining Theses/Dissertations submitted by

Central University of Technology Post Graduate Candidates.

External Examiner, North West University, South Africa (January 2013 to date).

The position involves examining Theses/Dissertations submitted by North West

University Post Graduate Candidates.

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External Examiner, Midlands State University, Zimbabwe (March 2013 to date).

The position involves reviewing and moderating examination papers and examination

manuscripts for both undergraduate and post graduate students in the Department of

Psychology.

External Assessor for Promotion to Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor Levels,

Great Zimbabwe University, 2009, 2012 & 2013.

External Assessor for Promotion to Associate Professor Level at Midlands State

University, Zimbabwe, 2009.

External Assessor for Promotion to Associate Professor Level at Kenyatta

University, 2009.

External Assessor for Promotion to Associate Professor Level at the University of

Swaziland, 2011.

External Assessor for Promotion to Associate Professor/Full Professor Levels at

the Zimbabwe Open University, 2012 & 2013.


Education, Winneba, Ghana, 2012.


Namibia, 2013.

External Assessor for Promotion to Associate Professor Level at Kyambogo

University, Uganda, 2014.

External Assessor for Promotion to Professor Level at Ibadan University, Nigeria,

2014.

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Guidance and Counselling Specialist (University College of Distance Education)

Zimbabwe Open University (January 1998-July 1999).

Provided counselling to distance education students and staff.

Senior Educational Psychologist (School Psychologist), Schools Psychological

Services, Special Needs Education, Zimbabwe Ministry of Education, Sport and

Culture (September 1995-December 1997).

Administration and supervision of psychological services in Masvingo

Region. Educational and psychological assessment of students with

disabilities. School placement of students with disabilities. Career counselling

of high school students.

Educational Psychologist (School Psychologist), Schools Psychological Services,

Special Needs Education, Zimbabwe Ministry of Education, Sport and Culture

(September 1994-August 1995).

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Administration and supervision of psychological services in Masvingo

Region. Educational and psychological assessment of students with



Assistant Educational Psychologist (School Psychologist), Schools Psychological

Services, Special Needs Education, Zimbabwe Ministry of Education, Sport and

Culture (September 1991-August 1994).

Educational/ School Psychology internship in Schools Psychological Services,

Special Needs Education Department, Zimbabwe Ministry of Education in

Matebeleland and Masvingo Regions under the supervision of licensed

psychologists. Educational and psychological assessment of students with



MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Allied Health Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe (1994-present).

Health Professions Authority of Zimbabwe (2000- present).

Zimbabwe Psychological Association (1993-present).

REFEREES

Prof P. Gwirayi

Great Zimbabwe University

P.O. Box 1235, Masvingo, Zimbabwe

E-mail [email protected]

Prof E. Mpofu

Faculty of Health Sciences

University of Sydney

Cumberland Campus

East Street P.O Box 170

Lidcombe NSW 1825, Australia

Tel: +61-2-9036 7370


Prof. Sandy Lazarus

University of the Western Cape

P. Bag X17, SOUTH AFRICA


Prof E. Venter

Department of Psychology of Education

University of South Africa (UNISA)

P.O. BOX 392

SOUTH AFRICA

0003


mailto:[email protected]




Documents

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