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Dr R. Gatsi

Senior Lecturer

Dr Roswitta Gatsi

PhD(University of Pretoria, SA)

MEd-  Educational Psychology (UZ); Bed –Early Childhood Education (UZ); CE Nyadire Teachers’ College,

Areas of interest: Early Childhood Education, Counselling, Child care and advocacy

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Publications

Articles in refereed journals

1. Gatsi, R. (2014) Analysis of the Impact of Existing Intervention Programmes on Psychological Needs: Teenage Orphans’ Perceptions. Academic Research InternationalVol.5 No.1 ISSN: 2223-9944

2. Makuvaza, N. and Gatsi, R.(2014) Early Childhood Development (ECD) and Educatedness in an Afro-Zimbabwean Context-The Pole of Philosophy of Hunhu/ Ubuntu. International Journal of Social Sciences & Education Vol. 4 Issue 2 ISSN: 2223- 4934 E

3. Goronga, P., Gatsi,R. and Gasva, D (2014) Grade Seven Pupils’ Perceptions Towards English Composition Tests As An Instrument of Perfomance Measurement: A Case Study at Karoi Junior Primary School, Zimbabwe. The International Asian Research Journal 02 (02): 07-16, ISSN: 2310-337X

4. Goronga, P,. Dozva, M ., Gatsi, R. and Gasva, D (2014) Infusing Multiple Intelligences (MI) Theory into Teaching: Opportunities for Meaningful Learning. The International Asian Research Journal 02 (03): pp. 10-16, ISSN: 2310-337X

5. Goronga, P., Gatsi,R., Gatahwi, L. and Dozva, M. (2013) Primary School Teachers’ Attitudes Towards Pupils with Eplepsy: The Zimbabwean Experience and Implications for Practice.American Based Research Journal Vol 2 Issue 4 April 2013 ISBN (2304-7151)

6. Manatsa, P., Goronga, P. and Gatsi,R. Music Arts Education (2013)  The Role of In-Service Courses for Serving Teachers.American Based Research Journal Vol. 2 Issue 6 ISSN (2304-7151

7. Chivore, B.R.S., Kuyayama, A. and Gatsi, R. (2012) Teacher Education Curriculum Under the Scheme of Association. Excellence in Teacher Education: The Zimbabwean Experience. Harare, University of Zimbabwe Publications ISBN: 978-1-77920-045-7 

8. Mavundutse, O., Munetsi, C., Mamvuto, A., Mavhunga, P.J., Kangai, P. and Gatsi, R.( 2012) Emerging Teacher Education needs as a Result of Land Reform in Zimbabwe. A Focus on New Resettlement Areas. Academic Research International Vol 3 No. 2, September 2012 ISSN: - L 2223-9553

9. Gatsi,R and Dyanda,C. (2010) Vygotsky’s Co- Construction Principles: Bright Children As Teachers In Zimbabwean Infant School. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research Vol. 22 Number 1 ISBN: 1013-3445

Books

1. Gatsi, R. and Mavundutse, O. (2013) Handbook on Teaching Reading at Primary School Level . Save the Children, Harare ISBN: 978-0-79745589-4

2. Gatsi,R., Mamvuto,A. and Tafirenyika,J.(2012) ECD Time Expressive Arts Teacher’s Resource Book. ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd. ISBN: 978 0 7974 5093 6

3. Gatsi,R., Mamvuto,A. and Tafirenyika,J.(2012) ECD Time Expressive Arts Children’s Book. ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd. ISBN: 978 0 7974 4775 2

4. Gatsi,R., Mamvuto,A. and Tafirenyika,J.(2012) ECD Time Expressive Arts Work Book. ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd. ISBN: 978 0 7974 5092 9

5. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Language Arts Teacher’s Resource Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd , Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 5090 5

6. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Language Arts Children’s Book . ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd. Harare, ISBN: 978 0 7974 4778 3

7. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Language Arts Work Book . ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd. Harare, ISBN: 978 0 7974 5095 0

8. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Pre-Mathematics Teacher’s Resource Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd , Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 5088 2

9. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Pre-Mathematics Children’s Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd , Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 4774 5

10. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Pre-Mathematics Work Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd , Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 5089 9

11. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Science and Discovery Teacher’s Resource Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd , Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 5096 7

12. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Science and Discovery Children’s Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd , Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 4777 6

13. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Science and Discovery Work Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd , Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 5091 2

14. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Technology Teacher’s Resource Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd , Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 5097 4

15. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Technology Children’s Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd , Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 4779 0

16. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Technology Work Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd. Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 5094 7

17. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Social Sciences Teacher’s Resource Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd , Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 5086 8

18. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Social Sciences Children’s Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd , Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 4776 9

19. Gatsi,R. and Mawere,V. (2012). ECD Time Social Sciences Work Book ZPH Publishers (Pvt) Ltd , Harare ISBN:978 0 7974 5087 5

Module

Gatsi,R and Mamvuto, A.(2011) Expressive Arts in Early Childhood Development (0-8 years). Module: BECD 206. Harare, Zimbabwe Open University

Module Chapters

Guidance and Counselling Module  

1. Gatsi, R., Bondai, B., Manyame, E. (In Press): Chapter 1: Introduction to Guidance and Counselling

2. Gatsi, R. (In Press): Chapter 2: Theories of Guidance and Counselling:

3. Gatsi, R. (In Press): Chapter 6: Triggers of Guidance and Counselling.

4. Gatsi, R. (In Press): Chapter 8: Counselling Different Groups in Society.

Professional Syllabus A Module (2014)

1. Gatsi,R. (In Press): Chapter 2: Foundations in teaching reading.

2. Gatsi, R and Mavundutse, O. (In Press): Chapter 3: Issues in teaching reading in schools.

Dr M. Dozva

 Senior Lecturer

PhD(University of Pretoria, SA)

M.Ed (UZ); B.Ed (UZ); CE Infant (UZ)

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Major: Early Childhood Education

Research Interests: Children at risk; capacity building in ECD

Publications

  1. Dozva, M. (2009) Strategies Used by Chitungwiza Day Care Centre Caregivers to Deal With Separation Anxiety in Pre-school Children. , Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research, 21 ((3): 358-373..

  1. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A.and       Matavire , J.(2006) The Norms Competence Approach to English Literacy: Lower Primary. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research (Special Issue).

  1. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A.and Matavire , J.(2006) The Norms Competence Approach to English Literacy: Upper Primary. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research (Special Issue).

  1. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A. and       Matavire, J. (2006) The CELTUZ-Primary: Test Administration Manual- Lower Primary. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research (Special Issue).

  1. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A. and       Matavire, J. (2006) The CELTUZ-Primary: Test Administration Manual- Upper Primary. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research (Special Issue).

  1. Kuyayama A and Dozva M.(2011) ECD Key To Unlocking Human Potential

  1. Dozva M. and Dyanda C.(2012) Early Childhood Development and Training in Zimbabwe: A Reflective Analysis

Dr. A. Mamvuto

Chairman and Senior Lecturer

PhD (UZ)   

M. Ed (UZ); B.Ed (UZ); CE (UZ)

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Major: Art and Design Education

Research Interests: Graphic design; calligraphy; design theory in art education

Publications

Oyedele, V; Rwambiwa, J. & Mamvuto, A. (2013). Using Educational Media and Technology in Teaching and Learning Processes. A Case of Trainee Teachers at Africa University. Academic Research International. 4 (1): 292-300.

Gatsi, R.; Mamvuto, A. & Tafirenyika, J. (2012). ECD Time: Expressive Arts, Teacher’s Resource Book. ZPH Publishers, Harare. ISBN 978 0 7974 5093 6

Gatsi, R.; Mamvuto, A. & Tafirenyika, J. (2012). ECD Time: Expressive Arts, Children’s Book. ZPH Publishers, Harare. ISBN 978 0 7974 4775 2

Gatsi, R.; Mamvuto, A. & Tafirenyika, J. (2012). ECD Time: Expressive Arts, Workbook. ZPH Publishers, Harare. ISBN 978 0 7974 5092 9

Mavundutse, O.; Munetsi, C.; Mamvuto, A.; Mavhunga, P.J.; Kangai, P. & Gatsi, R. (2012). Emerging Teacher Education Needs as a Result of Land Reform in Zimbabwe: A Focus on New Resettlement Areas. Academic Research International. 3 (2): 298-305.

Mamvuto, A. (2012). Academic Examining in the University of Zimbabwe Scheme of Association. Chapter In Mamvuto, et al (Eds) (2012) Excellence in Teacher Education: The Zimbabwe Experience. Harare. University of Zimbabwe Publications.

Kangai, P. & Mamvuto, A. (2012) Picturing the Curriculum: Decoding the Socio-cultural Messages in Children’s Unsolicited Representations. Zimbabwe Journal of Technological Sciences. 2 (1): 121-138.

Kangai, P. & Mamvuto, A. (2011) Emerging Perspectives in Teaching Practice External

Examining in the University of Zimbabwe Scheme of Association. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research 23 (2): 84-101.

Gatsi, R. & Mamvuto, A. (2011). Expressive Arts in Early Childhood Development (0-8 Years), Module BECD. Harare, Zimbabwe Open University Publication.

Oyedele, V.; Mamvuto, A. & Nhiwatiwa, L. (2010) Teachers’ Perceptions on the Effectiveness of Women Leadership in Mutare District Schools. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research 22 (2): 170-180.

Mamvuto, A. & Kangai, P. (2009) Michael Polanyi’s Theory of Cognition: Its Critique and Implications for Art Education. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research 21 (2): 142-155.

Mavhunga, P.J; Mavundutse, O. & Mamvuto, A. (2008) Professional Studies: The Zimbabwe Teacher Education Curriculum Bearer. Zimbabwe Bulletin of Teacher Education,15(1): 93 109.

Mamvuto, A. (2006) A Case Study of Multiculturalism and Diversity in Art and Design Teaching and Learning in Selected Secondary Schools in Bulawayo. Zimbabwe Bulletin of Teacher Education, 13(2): 39-61.

Mamvuto, A. (2006) Deconstructing Visual Imagery by the Mentally Retarded: Implications for Methodology Theory. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research18(1): 50 – 89.

Mamvuto, A. (2004) Developing Critical and Reflective Thinking in Art and Design Studio Practice Through Formative Portfolio Management: An Analysis of Pre-service Art and Design Secondary School Teachers. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research16 (1): 29 – 52.

Mamvuto, A. (2002) Involving Students in the Evaluation Process of their Own Creative Art Studio Productions through Mutual Evaluation. Zimbabwe Bulletin of Teacher Education, 11(2): 1–14

Mr P. Manatsa

 

 Lecturer

MMus, BMus (Hons) (UP) B.Ed (UZ); CE (UZ)

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Major: Music Education, Children’s Music, Traditional music, Music Teacher Education

Research Interests: Children’s music; musical traditions

  

Publications

1. Manatsa .P. 1998. Safeguarding Tradition and Ensuring Change and Continuity: In L. Lundstrom (Ed) The Musician In New And Changing Contexts. Malmo Academy of Music: Sweden.

2. Manatsa .P. 2002. Across Music Education Other Disciplines: A Conceptual Framework for the Integration of Music Education and Other Disciplines: In D. Blom & I Paek (Eds) The Reflective Musician in a global society. ISME Commission for The Education of The Professional Musicians. Stavanger, Norway.

3. Manatsa .P.2006. Mhande A Shona-Karanga Rainmaking Dance: Lessons in Zimbabwean Traditional Dance for generalist primary teachers-the Morgan Zintec Experience: In Mans (Ed) Centring on African Practice in Musical Arts Education. African Minds. South Africa.

4. Manatsa.P, Takaendesa.T & Tafirenyika, J. 2012. Towards the democratisation of the Earlychilhood Development (ECD) in Zimbabwe. An assessment of the Implementation of the of the findings of the Nziramasanga Commission from 2000to 2011.

5. Chinouriri, B & Manatsa .P.2012. Tonga Musical Arts Education: A comaparison of the interplay of musical arts education and child development in   Tonga indigenous and contemporary milieus.

Mr. O. Mavundutse

Lecturer

M.Ed (UZ); B.Ed (UZ); CE (UZ)

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Major: Educational Psychology

Research Interests: Basic quality education; action research  

Publications

  1. Chisaka, B.C& Mavundutse, O. (2006) Quality concerns in Basic Primary Education in two rural Districts of Zimbabwe: An interrogation of perceptions of critical stakeholders. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research: Volume 18 No 1.
  2. Mavundutse O and Dozva M : Teaching Practice Examining in associate Colleges of Education in Zimbabwe in Mamvuto A, Kangai P,Chivore B.R.S. and Zindi F (2012) -Excellence in Teacher Education The Zimbabwean Experience
  3. Mavundutse, O., Munetsi, C., Mamvuto, A., Mavhunga, P.J, Kangai, P., Gatsi, R.: Teacher Education Needs Arising from New Resettlement Areas in Zimbabwe: Academic Research International ISSN2223 9553 Vol.3 No 2 September 2012
  4. Chivore,B.R.S.; Mavundutse,O.;Kuyayama-Tumbare,A.; Gwaunza,L. and Kangai,P.(eds) (2015) Handbook for Quality Assurance in Associate Teachers’ Colleges: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations: University of Zimbabwe: Harare.ISBN:978-1-77920-043-3
  5. Mavundutse, T. and Mavundutse, O.; (2014) An Analysis of Non-Terminal Public Examinations in Zimbabwe: Saarbrucken, Scholars Press. ISBN: 978-3-639-71634-4
  6. Mavundutse, O.; Luthuli,A.J.; Chivore,B.R.S. and Dube S. (2013) Teaching Practice: Protocol and Public Relations: University of Zimbabwe: Harare
  7. Gatsi,R. and Mavundutse, O.;(2013) Handbook on the Teaching of Reading at Primary School Level: Save the Children; Harare. ISBN: 978-0-79745589-4
  8. Mavundutse, O.; (2012) Stress Antecedents and Coping Strategies among Students Teachers: Lambert Academic Publishers; Saarbrucken. ISBN -13:978-3-659-16708-9
  9. Mavundutse, O.; and Dozva, M,;(2012) Teaching Practice Examining in Associate Colleges of Education in Zimbabwe in Mamvuto, A,; Kangai, P.; Chivore ,B.R.S. and Zindi,F.(eds) (2012) Excellence in Teacher Education: The Zimbabwe Experience. Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations; University of Zimbabwe: Harare. ISBN: 978-1-77920-045-7
  10. Mavundutse, O.; Munetsi;C.; Mamvuto, A.; Mavhunga;P.J.; Kangai, P. and Gatsi,R. (2012) Emerging Teacher Education Needs as a Result of Land Reform in Zimbabwe: A Focus on New Resettlement Areas; Academic Research International Vol.3 No.2. ISBN:-L: 2223-9553, ISSN 2223-9944 p298-305
  11. Mavhunga; P.J.; Mavundutse, O. and Mamvuto, A. ; (2008) Professional Studies: The Zimbabwe Teacher Education Curriculum Burden Bearer? The Zimbabwe Bulletin of Teacher Education Vol. 15, Issue 1 p 110-126
  12. Chitsaka B.C. and Mavundutse, O.; (2006) Quality Concerns in Basic Primary Education in Two Rural Districts of Zimbabwe: An Interrogation of Perceptions of Critical Stakeholders. Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research: Vol 18 Issue1 p103-122
  13. Mavundutse, O.; (2004) Stress Antecedents among Student Teachers: The Zimbabwe Bulletin of Teacher Education Vol.13, Issue 1 p4-20
  14. Chitsaka B.C. and Mavundutse, O.; (2003) Report on a Needs Assessment on Access to Basic Education in Zimbabwe: The Case of Bikita and Rushinga District: Save the Children Norway Harare

Commissioned Reports.        

  1. Chisaka, B.C & Mavundutse, O. (2003) Needs Assessment study on Access to Quality Basic Education in Zimbabwe. The case for Bikita and Rushinga Districts. Report presented to Save the Children Norway - Zimbabwe.
  2. Mavundutse, O. et al. (2004). Teacher Education needs arising from new resettlement area. Report Presented to the Research Board of the University of Zimbabwe.
  3. Mavundutse, O. et al (2006) A Participatory Evaluation of the first phase of the Quality Education Project (QEP) in Gonder Zone, Amhara region, Ethiopia Report Presented to Save the Children. Norway-Zimbabwe.
  4. Chisaka, B.C., Mavundutse, O. & Mukabeta, M.T. (2007). Report on the Bikita Quality Education Project (QEP) Review. Report presented To Save the Children. Norway-Zimbabwe.
  5. Mavundutse O and Gatsi R (2013) Report on the Training of untrained teachers: The case of Binga District: Save the Children Zimbabwe

Consultancy Work

Workshop Papers Presented

  1. Teaching reading at primary school 2012 to date
  2. Teaching reading to learners with learning difficulties 2012 to date
  3. Doing Action Research in the Classroom Bondolfi Teachers College June 2012.
  4. Teaching Practice Examining in Associate Colleges of Zimbabwe 2009 Flamboyant Hotel Masvingo.
  5. Quality Control and Quality Assurance in the University of Zimbabwe Scheme of Association 2012- University of Zimbabwe.
  6. Academic and Teaching Practice Examining 2012 United College of Education Bulawayo.
  7. Inclusive Education in Teacher Education 2011Management Training Bureau Harare.
  8. Curriculum Depth Study Induction Workshop. Belvedere Teachers Training College 2 June 2010 Supervising Action Research at Teachers' College Level
  9. Promoting Quality Education Quality Research Methods and Action Research 18-20 May 2010 Bronte Hotel, Harare.-Action Research and Supervision of Action Research projects in Teachers' Colleges
  10. National ECD workshop 8-10 Feb 2010 Cresta Oasis Hotel- Characteristics of 6-8 year old children: Implicationsfor Teacher Education

Workshops Attended

  1. Presidential Commission Report on education and Training Symposium 26 July 2012 University of Zimbabwe;
  2. Short Training Initiative in Inclusive Education: Gent-Belgium 19 -30 November 2012;
  3. Special Needs Education 16-28 April 2012 United College of Education Bulawayo;
  4. Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education VVOB-Quality Education and Vulnerability Programme Second Phase (2011-2013) Planning Workshop Chinhoyi University 17-19 February 2010.

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