Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
OTHER ROLES
PUBLICATIONS
CONFERENCES & SEMINARS
PROJECTS
SUPERVISION RECORDS
Affiliations
PAPER REVIEWS
ACADEMIC HONORS AND AWARDS
LEADERSHIP AWARDS & HONORS
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Certification
References
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Angeline Duma

Lecturer Physical Sciences Education
Johannesburg

Summary

I am a teacher educator focused on the teaching of Natural Sciences and Physical Sciences. With over six years of experience in the higher education sector, I have developed a comprehensive understanding of curriculum delivery, learner support, and science pedagogy from a variety of roles. My teaching or lecturing journey includes working with diverse learner groups, facilitating meaningful science learning, and integrating innovative strategies to improve student engagement and conceptual understanding. My goal is to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of science education both through research and teaching.

Overview

5
Certifications
8
years of professional experience

Work History

University of the Freestate

Physical Sciences Education Lecturer
10.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented innovative curriculum materials for physical and natural courses enhancing student engagement and understanding.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
  • Provided academic guidance and research supervision for postgraduate students.
  • Contributed to curriculum development, departmental activities, and scholarly research.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of student performance, providing targeted feedback to improve academic achievement and retention.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
  • Participated in departmental strategic planning initiatives, aligning educational goals with institutional objectives to drive program success.
  • Collaborated with educational technology teams to integrate digital tools into the curriculum, improving access to learning resources.

University of South Africa

Independent Contractor (Marker)
01.2023 - 10.2025

Job overview

  • Marked Natural Sciences and physical sciences assessment using the university LMS.
  • Maintained detailed records of student assessments, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and contributing to academic integrity.

University of the Witwatersrand

ICT Teacher Development Facilitator (Seasonal)
02.2021 - 10.2025

Job overview

  • Facilitated workshops and seminars on emerging technologies, improving in service teachers' proficiency in integrating technology into their curriculum.

University of the Witwatersrand

STEM Research Assistant
11.2024 - 10.2025

Job overview

  • Collected, transcribed, and analysed qualitative research data using tools such as ATLAS.ti and SPSS.
  • Conducted classroom observations, semi-structured interviews, and facilitating workshops
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
  • Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
  • Managed research databases with utmost diligence, ensuring data integrity and security.
  • Oversaw day-to-day project operations, including administration, coordination, and reporting, to ensure smooth and efficient project delivery.
  • Collaborated with faculty and students to develop innovative solutions, driving project efficiency and fostering academic partnerships.
  • Supported grant writing efforts, securing essential funding for groundbreaking research projects.

University Of The Witwatersrand

Teaching Experience Assessor (Seasonal)
07.2020 - 09.2025

Job overview

  • Conducted lesson observations for pre-service teachers during teaching practice to assess instructional competence and classroom management.
  • Provided detailed, professional feedback to support students’ growth and reflective practice.
  • Evaluated teaching evidence, lesson plans, and assessment strategies to ensure alignment with curriculum standards.
  • Documented student performance and compile reports for departmental review and moderation.
  • Offered guidance on best practices in pedagogy, subject delivery, and learner engagement.
  • Communicated with mentor teachers and schools to support student development and resolve emerging challenges.

University of the Witwatersrand

Physical Sciences Experiments Developer
04.2024 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Designed engaging, hands-on practical experiments to demonstrate key scientific principles for physics and chemistry.
  • Collaborated with project team members to ensure alignment with educational standards and project objectives.

University of the Witwatersrand

Physical Sciences / Natural Sciences Laboratory Technician
05.2023 - 04.2024

Job overview

  • Set up laboratory equipment for physics, chemistry and natural science practicals.
  • Performed basic repairs on faulty instruments to maintain functionality.
  • Trained laboratory demonstrators to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
  • Processed claims and handled related administrative duties
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.

University of the Witwatersrand

Physical Sciences Sessional Lecturer
02.2021 - 05.2023

Job overview

  • Delivered physics and chemistry content through blended learning modes, integrating both online and in-person teaching strategies
  • Designed and implemented tutorials, practical experiments, tests, assignments and examinations to assess student understanding and application of physical science concepts
  • Graded assessments through the university's LMS, ensuring fair and consistent evaluation according to academic standards.

University of the Witwatersrand

Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Sessional Lecturer
02.2020 - 11.2020

Job overview

  • Designed and presented natural sciences methodology content for PGCE students using both synchronous and asynchronous modes of teaching and learning.
  • Organised, distributed, and uploaded learning materials.
  • Designed assessment tasks such as assignments, tutorials, and examinations.
  • Marked assessments using the required University LMS and provided grades according to the University standards.

University of the Witwatersrand

Laboratory demonstrator/Tutor
02.2018 - 02.2020

Job overview

  • Delivered engaging demonstrations for naturals sciences, physics, chemistry and life sciences content, including the equivalent methodologies to undergraduate students.
  • Utilised effective mentoring techniques and supervised students to ensure they performed correct scientific techniques according to prescribed methods while providing regular feedback
  • Monitored and marked student assessments, including evaluating scientific reports, ensuring alignment with the set marking criteria.

Education

University of The Witwatersrand
South Africa

Doctor of philosophy in Education from Science Education
09.2025

University Overview

Thesis Title: Integrative knowledge building in blended instruction: An exploratory study of organic chemistry lessons.

University of The Witwatersrand
South Africa

Master of Education from Science Education
07.2021

University Overview

Dissertation Title: Cumulative knowledge building in distance and contact sessions: a comparison of two lessons in on the topic of semiconductors for Grade 12

University of The Witwatersrand
South Africa

from Science Education
04.2001

University Overview

Project Title: An investigation of the teaching methods that a physical science lecturer uses for teaching electromagnetism to 3rd year pre-service teachers

University of The Witwatersrand
South Africa

Bachelor of Education from Science Education
12.2018

University Overview

Majors: Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Natural Sciences & English.

University of Tubingen
Tubingen, Germany

from Education
04.2001

University Overview

  • Completed a short course on Ethics and sustainable development in Education.

Skills

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Educational technology

Academic guidance

Research supervision

Blended learning

Research and writing

Lecturing

Presentations

Project coordination

OTHER ROLES

  • Life Coach – Evolve Online School

PUBLICATIONS

  • Duma, A., Stephen, M. & Mushayikwa, E. (2023). Cumulative Knowledge Building in a Grade 12 Semiconductors Lesson: A Comparative Study between Online and Contact Mode of Teaching, in Morska, Janina and Rogerson, Alan (Eds) Innovative Teaching Practices Journal Name: Proceedings of the First International Symposium of The Mathematics Education for the Future Project | Volume, Issue and Pages:p. 51-59- https://wtm-verlag.de/conference-proceedings-9/
  • SHIFTING KNOWLEDGE BOUNDARIES: USING AUTONOMY CODES TO FOSTER CONCEPTUAL INTEGRATION IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY TEACHING. A. Duma, M.M. Stephen, E. Mushayikwa (2025). 18th annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation. Seville, Spain. 10-12 November, 2025. ISBN: 978-84-09-78706-7.

CONFERENCES & SEMINARS

[11/2025] 18th annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation | Seville (Spain) 

[10/2025] 8th Annual International AASIKS Conference | University of the Western Cape

[01/2025] SAARMSTE Conference Northwest University | Northwest University

[10/2024] Poster presentation at National Research Foundation symposium | Johannesburg

[05/2023] 25th Annual International conference on Education | Athens Institute of Education, Greece https://www.atiner.gr/2023com-pro 

[08/2023] The mathematics Education for the Future Project Oxford University, Queens College, United Kingdom https://wtm-verlag.de/conference-proceedings-9/ 

PROJECTS

[2022] Teacher Professional Development

The project focused on mentoring in-service, novice teachers and learners on how to develop and acquire skills to tackle examination questions in physical sciences.

[Current] Rural STEM Research

Project is focused on identifying and resolving factors affecting rural STEM education.

[Current] Math and Science anxiety Project

Project aimed at evaluating how anxiety affects performance in math and science for pre-service teachers.

SUPERVISION RECORDS

[2024] 1 Honors student 

[2024 - Current] 2 Master’s students 

Affiliations

[2024 - Current] Allan Gray Fellow

[2020 - Current] Southern African Association for Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education (SAARMSTE) Member

[2015 - Current] Golden Key International Honour Society

PAPER REVIEWS

[2023] Reviewers’ Board of Athens Journal of Education 

Paper details: The Connection between Mentoring, Continuous Learning and Sustainability –REF NO: 2024–5847–AJE–EDU

ACADEMIC HONORS AND AWARDS

[2021 – 2024] Deutscher Akasemischer Austauschdienst (DAAD) scholarship

[2023] Academy of Science of South Africa Competition Judge

[2021] Post Graduate Merit award in Master of education

[2020] S&F scholarship recipient

[2019 – 2024] National Research Foundation (NRF) recipient

[2015] Best Matric learner

[2015 – Current] Golden Key International Honour Society Member

[2015 – 2018] Thirteen certificates of first class and merit in undergraduate studies

LEADERSHIP AWARDS & HONORS

[2024-2025] Lead Administrator at Marang center for Research in Science and Technology. Elected to lead postgraduate student initiatives, academic support activities, and collaborative projects across the university. 

Link: https://issuu.com/witsmarketing/docs/marang-bulletin 

[10/2024] Most Outstanding Student Leader at a Postgraduate Level Award. Elected to lead postgraduate student initiatives, academic support activities, and collaborative projects 

Link: https://issuu.com/witsmarketing/docs/marang-bulletin

[10/2024] 1st Runner Up Vice Chancellors Student Leader of the Year Award

Link: https://www.wits.ac.za/media/wits-university/students/documents/ students-leadership-awards-citations2024.pdf

[01/2023 – 12/2023] Deputy Chairperson of the Postgraduate Association (PGA)

[2022 – 2023] Chairperson of the Education Post Graduate Student Council (EPSC)

COMMUNITY SERVICE

[Current] Rills of Hope (NPO), Founder and Chairperson

Established and leads Rills of Hope, an organisation focused on societal development through skills enhancement in education, entrepreneurship, employment, and leadership.

[2021-2024] Faculty of Best Advisory, Professional and Academic Mentor

Provided professional and academic mentorship to students, offering guidance and support to help them navigate their academic and career paths effectively

Certification

Emotional Intelligence and Development Certificate

References

  • Dr Emmanuel, Mushayikwa (Senior Lecturer, Witwatersrand) Emmanuel.mushayikwa@wits.ac.za; 0822615818
  • Dr Sinegugu, Khulu (Lecturer, Witwatersrand) sinegugu.khulu@wits.ac.za; 0732683800
  • Prof Eunice Nyamupangedengu (Associate Professor, Witwatersrand) eunice.nyamupangedengu@wits.ac.za; 0767062708
  • Dr Magdeline Stephen (Senior Lecturer, Witwatersrand) magdeline.stephen@wits.ac.za; 0726915562

Timeline

Physical Sciences Education Lecturer

University of the Freestate
10.2025 - Current

Certificate of Solution Discovery

09-2025

Certificate of Problem Discovery

08-2025

Emotional Intelligence and Development Certificate

02-2025

STEM Research Assistant

University of the Witwatersrand
11.2024 - 10.2025

Physical Sciences Experiments Developer

University of the Witwatersrand
04.2024 - 06.2024

Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate

02-2024

Physical Sciences / Natural Sciences Laboratory Technician

University of the Witwatersrand
05.2023 - 04.2024

Independent Contractor (Marker)

University of South Africa
01.2023 - 10.2025

ICT Teacher Development Facilitator (Seasonal)

University of the Witwatersrand
02.2021 - 10.2025

Physical Sciences Sessional Lecturer

University of the Witwatersrand
02.2021 - 05.2023

Ethics in Research

01-2021

Teaching Experience Assessor (Seasonal)

University Of The Witwatersrand
07.2020 - 09.2025

Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Sessional Lecturer

University of the Witwatersrand
02.2020 - 11.2020

Laboratory demonstrator/Tutor

University of the Witwatersrand
02.2018 - 02.2020

University of The Witwatersrand

from Science Education
04.2001

University of Tubingen

from Education
04.2001

University of The Witwatersrand

Doctor of philosophy in Education from Science Education

University of The Witwatersrand

Master of Education from Science Education

University of The Witwatersrand

Bachelor of Education from Science Education
Angeline DumaLecturer Physical Sciences Education