Dr. Emmanuel BIZIMANA (PhD)

P.O. Box. 619 Butare/Rwanda

Phone:  (+250) 78 855 20 25

Email: [email protected]

EDUCATION

·      2018-2022: PhD in   Biology Education, African Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Science and Mathematics (ACEITLMS), University of Rwanda, College of Education, Rwanda.

·      2009-2011: Master’s Degree in Educational Sciences, Kampala International University, Uganda

·      1999-2005: Bacc. (A0) in Biology Education, National University of Rwanda, Rwanda  With different certificates (National and International)




Work Experience 

2014-Update: Lecturer in the Faculty of Education, Protestant University of Rwanda (PUR):

Undergraduate:

·       General Biology

·       Descriptive Statistics,

·       Curriculum Theory and Development,

·       Human Resource Management in Education

·       Theories and Practice of Teaching and Learning

·       Measurement and Evaluation in Education

·       Scientific Research Methodology

·       Science Teaching Methods)

Post-graduate

·       Educational Research Methods

·       Statistical Methods in Education

     2019- 2024: Lecturer, University of Rwanda, College of Education (UR-CE):

·       Animal Structure and Function,

·       Cytology, Genetics and Human Biology

·       Biodiversity and Ecology

     2016-2018: Lecturer, University of Kigali (UoK):

·       General Pedagogy and Methodology

·       Curriculum Development and Evaluation

·       Science Teaching Methods

    2015-2017: Lecturer, University of Rwanda, College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS)

·        Scientific Research Methodology

   2017: Lecturer, Christian University of Rwanda (CHUR)

·       Curriculum Development and Evaluation)

   2014-2015: Lecturer, Mahatma Gandhi University/Rwanda (MGUR)

·       General Pedagogy and Methodology

·       Research Methodology

·       Curriculum Development and Evaluation

   2008-2013: Head teacher of Secondary School, MINEDUC/Lycee de Rusatira/Huye- Rwanda

   2005-2008: Deputy Head teacher and Biology Teacher / MINEDUC GS Kigeme/ Nyamagabe district, Rwanda

 

Conferences

·       2020: Training on Research Data Management, Tabulations & Graphics, statistical

analysis and inferences using STATA statistical software

·       2020: Training on Research Data Management, Data Analysis by using Kobotool box

·       2020: SPSS for Statistical Data Analysis

·       2020: Workshops: Articles publishing process: Facilitated by Elsevier staff members. Certificate is available

·       2022: Workshop on Book publishing process and avoiding predatory, publishing using Scopus and scival: Facilitated by Elsevier staff members. Certificate is available

·       2015: Training on higher learning teaching methodology, Bamberg University/Germany

·       2013: Training on Research Methodology, PIASS

·       2009: Training in computer skills (MS word, MS Excel, MS-power point, Internet), MINEDUC/Rwanda

·       2009: Training on Human Resource Management in Education/VVOB-MINEDUC-Rwanda

·       2010: Training on Project management and evaluation and financial management/Huye District-RSSP

·       2004: Training of trainers on active approach /Learner-Centered Approach of teaching/CEPR-Rwanda 

Consultancy

 

·       2023: 10th EPRN Annual Research conference. Presentation: Impact of Educational Policies and Reforms on Human Capital Development in Rwanda

·       27th June- 22July 2022: The 20th Annual (3rd Virtual) SAARMSTE Research School for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education Hosted by the School of Education, Sol Plaatje University Kimberley. Southern African Association for Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education. Presentation: Relationship of Perceived Learning Environment with Students’ Achievement and Attitudes towards Biology: A Comparison of Two Active-Classroom Learning Environments

 

     1.     2017 up to now: Facilitator in Project DM-EPR-PIASS (Projet de recherche-action: Formation professionnelle des enseignants dans 10 écoles de l’EPR). The project of Protestant Institute of Arts and Social Sciences (PIASS) in collaboration with Eglise Prespiterienne au Rwanda (EPR).

     2.     2023 up to now: Facilitator in Alternative to corporal punishment: A contribution to sustainable Peace project. The project of Protestant Institute of Arts and Social Sciences (PIASS) in collaboration with Bread for the World (Germany).

    3.      2020-up to now: Facilitator in the Quality Basic Education for Human Capital Development (QBEHCD) Project. The project of UR-CE in collaboration with Rwanda Basic Education Board (REB) and the World Bank.

Publications

 

1.     Bizimana, E. (2025). Exploring the contribution of perceived supportive classroom learning environment to students’ engagement in learning. European Journal of Psychology and Educational Research, 8 (2), 97-112. https://doi.org/10.12973/ejper.8.2.97

2.     Bizimana, E. & Bikorimana, O. (2025). Dataset on the comparative effects of concept mapping and student-team achievement division on secondary school students' achievement in photosynthesis. Second Data, 2(1),5-15.  https://doi.org/10.58197/vh88n275

3.     Bizimana, E. & Sibomana, A. (2025). Six years of Rwandan science and mathematics competency-based curriculum implementation and the resultant student performance in relation to gender. Helyon, http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4951631

4.     Bizimana, E. (2025). Student engagement in learning: exploring the role of perceived student cohesiveness, equity, teacher support, and teacher autonomy support under the framework of self-determination theory.  International Journal of Changes in Education. https://doi.org/10.47852/bonviewIJCE52024500

5.     Bizimana, E. & Bikorimana, O. (2025). Comparative effects of concept mapping and student-team achievement division on secondary school students' achievement in photosynthesis. Journal of Classroom Practices, 4 (1), 58-73, 2025. https://doi.org/10.58197/42ygjx15

6.     Bizimana, E. & Sibomana, A. (2025). Concept mapping and students’ attitudes towards biology: Analysis of school location differences and attitude toward concept maps. American Journal of Creative Education, 7(1), 25–48. https://doi.org/10.55284/ajce.v7i1.1181

7.     Sibomana, A. Bizimana, E., Havugiyaremye, L, & Ndokoye, P. (2025). Impact of Educational Policies and Reforms on Human Capital Development in Rwanda. International Journal of Changes in Education, https://doi.org/10.47852/bonviewIJCE52023747

8.     Tugirinshuti, G.J., Bizimana, E., Ndayisaba, A., Ntaganira, J.M., & Uwanyirigira A. (2024). Nurturing and promoting learners’ retention in astrophysics using video-based multimedia European Journal of Educational Studies, 11(10), 180-196. http://dx.doi.org/10.46827/ejes.v11i10.5562

9.     Tugirinshuti, G.J., Bizimana, E., Ndayisaba, A., Ntaganira, J.M., & Uwanyirigira, A (2024). Exploring the effects of video-based multimedia instructional strategies on students’ performance in astrophysics in Rwandan secondary schools. Kibogora Polytechnic Scientific Journal,1 (2024),10-26, https://doi.org/10.33618/KPScJ.2024.01.002

10.  Bizimana E, Mutangana, D, Mwesigye, A. (2024). Concept mapping and cooperative mastery learning teaching strategies in lower secondary school classes: Effects on learning outcomes in photosynthesis. Agricultural and Environmental Education, 3(1),1-11. https://doi.org/10.29333/agrenvedu/14294

11.  Bizimana, E. & Sibomana, A. (2024). Students’ perceptions of learning environment and attitudinal changes in concept mapping-based biology classrooms.  European Journal of Health and Biology Education, 11(1), 29-41. https://shorturl.at/vHJc9

12.  Bizimana, E., Mutangana, D., & Mwesigye, A.  (2023). Switching from knowledge to competence-based teachings: Biology teachers’ attitudes and instructional practices. European Journal of Mathematics and Science Education, 4(3), 201-215. https://doi.org/10.12973/ejmse.4.3.201

13.  Bizimana, E. (2023). The interplay between Teachers’ Efficacy, Effectiveness, Attitudes and Students' Academic Achievement in Biology. African Journal of Educational Studies in Mathematics and Sciences, 8 (2), 79-99, 10.4314/ajesms.v18i2.7

14.  Bizimana, E., Mutangana, D., & Mwesigye, A. (2022). Fostering students’ retention in photosynthesis using concept mapping and cooperative mastery learning instructional strategies. European Journal of Educational Research, 11(1), 103-116.

https://doi.org/10.12973/eu-jer.11.1.107

15.  Bizimana, E., Mutangana, D., & Mwesigye, A. (2022). Effects of concept mapping and cooperative mastery learning strategies on students’ achievement in photosynthesis and attitudes towards instructional strategies. International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research, 21 (2), 107-132. https://doi.org/10.26803/ijlter.21.2.7

16.  Bizimana, E., Mutangana, D., & Mwesigye, A. (2022). Improving students’ cognitive process in biology using concept mapping and cooperative mastery learning strategies. International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education, 11 (2), 936-942. http://doi.org/10.11591/ijere.v11i2

17.  Bizimana, E., Mutangana, D., & Mwesigye, A. (2022). Enhancing students’ attitude towards biology using concept mapping and cooperative mastery learning instructional strategies: Implication on gender. International Journal on Math, Science and Technology Education. 10 (1), 242–266. https://doi.org/10.31129/LUMAT.10.1.1728

18.  Bizimana, E., Mutangana, D., & Mwesigye, A. (2022). Performance analysis of biology education under the implementation of lower secondary school biology- competence-based curriculum: Policy implications. Interdisciplinary Journal of Environmental and Science Education, 18(1), e2259. https://doi.org/10.21601/ijese/11331

19.  Bizimana, E., Mutangana, D., & Mwesigye, A. (2022). Effects of school location on students’ achievement in photosynthesis based on concept mapping instructional strategy. Eurasian Journal of Science and Environmental Education, 2(1), 1-10.

 https://doi.org/10.30935/ejsee/12139

20.  Bizimana, E., Mutangana, D., & Mwesigye, A. (2022). Students’ perceptions of the classroom learning environment and engagement in cooperative mastery learning-based biology classroom instruction. Education Research International. 2022, 1-14.

https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/5793394

21.  Bizimana, E. (2014). Factors Affecting Girls’ Access to Education in Rwanda: Case Study of Secondary Schools in Huye District. A book chapter published in PIASS (2014) Family, Gender and Community Development, PIASS Publication Series number 5, ISBN: 978-2-9543193-3-9.

22.  Dufitumukiza, A., Bizimana, E., Munyantwali, E. (2016). Students Care in Rwandan Secondary Schools. Exploration of School Care Practices and Parents Related Perceptions. Case of Selected Secondary Schools in Huye and Nyamagabe District. A book chapter published in PIASS (2016) Managing Conflicts and violence in families and communities: Factors contributing to failure and successes in Rwandan traditional and modern approaches, PIASS Publication Series No 7, ISBN: 978-2-9543193-6-0

 

Skills

 

·       Excellent knowledge of quantitative data management and analysis techniques in social and behavioural science research.

·       Competent in both theoretical and practical research methods particularly in social, behavioural sciences and science education

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