Dr. Lillias H. N. Mutambara

MUTAMBARA LILLIAS H.N

Email Address: tendaimutambara@gmail.com, lmutambara@buse.ac.zw

Contact Details: +263 773 239 164

Department: Mathematics and Science Education

Position:  Lecturer

 QUALIFICATIONS

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics Education (University of Kwazulu Natal, SA).
  • Master of Science Education in Mathematics (Bindura University of Science Education).
  • Bachelor of Science Education Honours Degree in Mathematics (Bindura University).
  • Diploma in Education in Mathematics (Gweru Teachers college).

WORK EXPERIENCE                                       

  •  Lecturer – Bindura University of Science Education – Zimbabwe (January 2010 to date).
  • Lecturer – Belvedere Teachers College – Zimbabwe (January 2008 – December 2009).
  • Assistant Lecturer – Bindura University of Science Education – Zimbabwe (August 2006 – December 2007).
  • Ordinary and Advanced Level Maths teacher – (1996 to August 2006).

Research: Area of interest.

 Mathematics Education:

  • Learning and teaching of Linear Algebra.
  • Application of APOS in the teaching and learning of Linear Algebra.
  • Pedagogical knowledge in mathematics.

Duties as a lecturer/ University service

  • Conduct lectures to allocated courses within the department.
  • Supervise student’s projects in various subject areas.
  • Carry out research in areas of specialty to contribute to the development of the university, students and the nation at large.
  • Participate in the university outreach programs.
  • Attend to departmental meetings as scheduled.
  • Member of OWSD
  • Student disciplinary committee and Chaplaincy Committee

PUBLICATIONS

  • Mutambara, L. H. N., & Bansilal, S. (2021). A case study of in-service teachers’ errors and misconceptions in linear combinations. International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1-19.
  • Tendere, J & Mutambara, L.H.N. (2020). An Analysis of Errors and Misconceptions in the Study of Quadratic Equations. European Journal of Mathematics and Science Education, 1(2), 81-90.https://doi.org/10.12973/ejmse.1.2.81
  • Mutambara, L.H.N., Tendere, J. & Chagwiza, C. J. (2019) Exploring the Conceptual Understanding of the Quadratic Function Concept in Teachers’ Colleges in Zimbabwe. EURASIA J. Math., Sci Tech. Ed 2020;16(2):em1817
  • Mutambara, L.H.N., & Bansilal, S. (2019). An exploratory study on the understanding of the vector subspace concept. African Journal of Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education,1(20),1-13.
  • Mutambara, L.H.N., & Bansilal, S. (2018). Abstraction of vector space concepts. In S. Stewart, C., Andrews-Larson, A. Berman, & M. Zandieh, Challenges and Strategies in Teaching Linear Algebra. Netherlands: Springer.
  • Mutambara, L. H. N., Phoshoko, M., & Nyaumwe, L. J. (2017). A Comparison of South African and Zimbabwean Secondary School Mathematics Teacher Education Programs: Insight from Theoretical Expositions of Programmes. International Journal of Emerging Trends in Science and Technology. Vol.03 Issue10 Pages 4704 -4715
  • Pagan’a, J., Nyikahadzoyi, M., Mutambara, L.H.N., & Chagwiza C. J.* (2015). The nature of the gap between the intended and the implemented ordinary level mathematics curriculum: A case study of Mashonaland central district. Journal of Educational Studies. Vol. n2 p14-21.
  • Chagwiza, C. J., Mutambara, L.H.N., Tatira, B., & Nyaumwe, L.J. (2013). An analysis of attitudes and mathematics achievement of ‘O’ level pupils: Insight from some Bindura urban secondary schools. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development April 2013, Vol. 2, No. 2 ISSN: 2226-6348
  • Chinyoka, M., Mutambara, L.H.N* & Chagwiza, C. J. (2012). Teaching fractions at ordinary level: A case study of mathematics secondary school teachers in Zimbabwe. Educational Research and Reviews, 7(4), 90-101.
  • Tatira, B., Mutambara, L.H.N., & Chagwiza, C. J. (2012). The Balobedu Cultural Activities and Plays Pertinent to Primary School Mathematics Learning. International Education Studies, 5(1), 78.
  • Tatira, B., Mutambara, L. H. N., Chagwiza, C. J., & Nyaumwe, L. J. (2011). Computerized Summative Assessment of Multiple-choice Questions: Exploring Possibilities with the Zimbabwe School Examination Council Grade 7 Assessments. Computer and Information Science, 4(6), 66.
  • Kazunga C., Mutambara L. H. N., & Mapurisa, J. (2011). A carpentry cutting stock problem: A case study of planks cutting in Zimbabwe. Journal of Sustainable Development in Africa, 4(13), 18-29

Conferences Attended

  • Mutambara, L & Bansilal, S. (2016). Investigating students’ conceptions of vector subspaces and concepts in linear algebra: A pilot study, Paper presented at the 24th Annual conference of the Southern African Association for Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education (SAARMSTE), 12 -15 January 2016.
  • Mutambara, L & Bansilal, S. (2015). Investigating students’ conceptions of vector subspaces and concepts in linear algebra: A pilot study, Paper presented at the Tenth Southern Hemisphere Conference on the teaching and learning of Undergraduate Mathematics and Statistics (Delta). Port Elizabeth 22-27 November 2015.

Workshops Attended

  • Southern African Association for Research in Mathematics Science Education and Technology (SAARMSTE) Research Clinic 15-16 January 2016, Pretoria, South Africa.
  • Mastering the masters, workshops done by UKZN at Westville Campus on Use of Endnote, Microsoft word, Microsoft excel and UKZN Database, academic writing, Qualitative data analysis methods, Quantitative Data Analysis Methods, 20 September 2015
  • Southern African Association for Research in Mathematics Science education and Technology (SAARMSTE) Research School, 23-26 June 2015, Heia Safari Lounge, Honey Dew, Johannesburg, South Africa.

SUPERVISION OF MASTERS PROJECTS 

Name of student

Title of project

Mudziwepasi Benny

Exploring advanced level mathematics students’ understanding of numerical methods of integration: A case study of Karoi government secondary school, Hurungwe district.

Jane Tendere

Exploring students’ understanding of the concept vertex of parabolic function in secondary teachers’ colleges in Zimbabwe: A case study of first year two year programme student teachers at Mutare Teachers’ college.

Wara Nophas

Exporing the conceptual understanding of functions by advanced level mathematics students

Muchato Antony

The impact of the removal of incentives on the performance of teachers in secondary schools. a case study of Beatrice cluster in Seke district

Kasirori Sherperd

Advanced level students understanding of inequalities. A case study of Muzarabani District.

Shelomith Banda

The effect of incorporating YouTube videos for blended learning on secondary school students’ understanding of Mathematics

Faculty of Science Education