RESEARCH & FACULTY
Gwekwerere Yovita
Gwekwerere Yovita
Dr705.675.1151 ext. 3215
SE 303C
Sudbury Campus
Dr. Yovita Gwekwerere teaches PJ and JI Science Methods; General Science IntermediateTeachable and Introduction to Education courses. She is passionate about teaching Science, and is dedicated to preparing future teachers who will make science meaningful for all learners. Dr. Gwekwerere is also holds a cross-appointment in the Environmental Studies Department and will be teaching the Introduction to Environmental Studies course beginning in Winter 2014.
Education
- BSc. Hons, University of Zimbabwe
- MSc, University of London, UK
- PGCE, University of Zimbabwe
- PhD, Michigan State University
Research Focus
Science teaching and learning through inquiry; Environmental knowledge and youth participation; High school to university transition in the science disciplines.
Awards
- Fulbright Fellowship 2000-2002
Publications
- Gallagher, J.J., Floden, R.E., & Gwekwerere, Y. (2012). Context for developing leadership in science and mathematics education in the United States. In B. Fraser, K. Tobin, and C. McRobbie (Eds.), Second International Handbook of Science Education. Boston: Kluwer Academic.
- Gwekwerere, Y. (2011). Meeting Environmental and Sustainability Challenges: Strategies for Increasing Environmental Awareness and Nurturing Pro-Environmental Behaviour among Youth. Interactions: 24 (1) 34-35
- Gwekwerere, Y. & Buley, J. (2011). Making the Invisible Visible: Engaging Elementary Preservice Teachers in Science and Literacy Connections. Teaching Science: 57 (2) 36-41.
- Schwarz, C.V. & Gwekwerere, Y. (2007). Using a Guided Inquiry and Modeling Instructional Framework (EIMA) to Support Preservice K-8 Science Teaching. Science Education: 91 (1) 158-186.
- Gwekwerere, Y. (1997). Pests and Diseases of Bambara Groundnut (Vigna Subterranea L. Verdc.) in Zimbabwe: In: Heller, J., F. Begemann and J. Mushonga (Ed). Promoting the Conservation and Use of Underutilized and Neglected Crops; 9, International Plant Genetic Resource Institute. Italy, Rome.
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