Dr. M. Cyril

Brief Biography

Dr. Matthew Cyril is a teacher by profession. He attended the College of Education Akwanga where he obtained the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) in Physics/Chemistry.He also obtained B. Sc. Ed. (Physics) and M. Ed. (Science Education) at the UsmanuDanfodiyo University, Sokoto.He holds a Diploma in Structured Programming and Data Processing at NEXTGEN COMPUTERS Kaduna. He also attended the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) where he obtained a Doctor of Philosophy Degree (PhD) in Science Education. Dr. Matthew Cyril has many publications to his credit and has presented papers at national and international conferences as well as workshops within the country. He is a member of International Research and Development Institute (IRDI)Uyo, and the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN). He authored the book titled “Development of Test Models for Instruments in Educational Research”. He has taught at many levels of schooling from the Secondary schools to Shehu Shagari college of Education, Sokoto and is currently a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Science and Vocational Education (DSVE) of the UsmanuDanfodiyoUniversity, Sokoto. At the University, he held administrative positions and has served in various committees such as: Departmental Postgraduate Coordinator, Undergraduate Examination Officer, Undergraduate Project Coordinator, Faculty Seminar coordinator and Member, Faculty Committee for the Review of B.ED. Part-Time Curriculum among others. He is a Nigerian from Jiblik, Pankshin Local Government Area of Plateau State, member, Order of The Knight of Saint Mulumba (KSM) and in 2022, the Holy Father Pope Francis I conferred on him the most prestigious Honorary Title of Knight of Saint Gregory the Great (KSGG). He is happily married with children.

Area of specialization:	Science Education {Physics}
Email:	matthaw.cyril@udusok.edu.ng
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List of Selected Publications

PUBLICATIONS:

Mohammed, A. M. & Cyril, M. (2023). Perception of Science Education Lecturers on Students’ Teaching Practice Readiness and Delivery in four Universities of old Sokoto State, Nigeria International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies. Volume 3, Issue 1, Pages: 363-367 ISSN: 2583-049X https://www.multiresearchjournal.com/arclist.php?list=2023.3.1&id=839

Emmanuel I Orji, Abigail C Ugwu, Chibueze M Ugwuanyi, Matthew Cyril, Eze Chinyere Uwakwe, Ugochukwu C Elejere, Ngozi E Omeke, Christian S Ugwuanyi (2022). Reducing Errors in Slope in Physics Graphs using Origin Lab Software. Webology Vol. 19(3) P. 115-126 ISSN: 1735-188X http://www.webology.org

Emmanuel I Orji, Joy Anulika Eke, Onisoman C Zudonu, Gloria N Ihua-Maduenyi, Chinyere UwakweEze, Ugochukwu Christian Elejere, Matthew Cyril, Chinasa M Orji (2022). Webology Vol. 19(2) P. 7638-7650 ISSN: 1735-188X http://www.webology.org

AKILU, I. & CYRIL, M. (2022). The link between STEM Education and Technology Transfer in fostering creativity and innovation. Science Teachers Association of Nigeria (STAN) 62nd Annual Conference Proceedings. 15-18 August 2022. P. 170 - 177 ISBN: 978-978-52160-5-9

Amuda, A. A. & Cyril, M. (2020).Knowledge of Objective Tests Construction Procedure as perceived by Secondary School Physics Teachers in Sokoto, Nigeria. Journal of Science, Mathematics and Technology Education (JSMTE). Vol.1, July 2020. P. 25-33 ISSN: 2814-385X

Aliyu, M., Dauda, S. &Cyril, M. (2020). Effect of Process-Based Instruction and Discussion method on Secondary Schools Students’ performance in Heat Energy in Sokoto State, Nigeria Bima Journal of Science and Technology. Vol. 4(2). pp. 308-318 ISSN:2536-6041 https://bimajstgsu.org.ng/publications

Cyril, M., Ekele, C. B. & Muhammad, U. (2020). Determination of Assessment Practices in Teacher Education Programme: Challenges to teaching and learning. Lafia Journal of Education. Vol. 1(4). pp. 175 – 180 ISSN. 2714–514-X

Cyril, M. &Ekele, C. B. (2019). Primary Education studies for values attainment in Nigeria: Issues, challenges and prospects. Nigerian Journal of Teacher Education and Teaching. Vol. 17(1). pp. 103 - 114 ISSN 1117 - 1855

Umar, M. & Cyril, M. (2019). Managing Vocational and Technical Education in the Development of Educational Sector Towards Achieving Millennium Development Goals in Contemporary Nigeria. Education and Science Journal of Policy Review and Curriculum Development. Vol. 9 (2). pp. 43 - 49 p_ISSN:2315-8425 e_ISSN:2354-1660 www.internationalpolicybrief.org

Cyril, M. & Orji, E. I. (2019). Promoting Science Skills Acquisition for Empowerment and Sustainable Development. International Journal of Current Research. Vol. 11 (4). pp. 3184-3188 ISSN: 0975-833X DOI:https://doi.org/10.24941/ijer.34849.04.2019 Paper ID:34849 www.journalcra.com

Cyril, M. (2019). Promoting Educational Research Through Effective Instrument Development. International Journal of Advanced Research and Publications 3(3), March 2019 P. 205-212 ISSN: 2456-9992 www.ijarp.org

Cyril, M. Muhammad, U. &Ekele, C. B. (2019). Restructuring and Re-alignment of Extant Primary and Junior Secondary Schools Curricula: Challenges to Basic Science and Value Education. World Journal of Innovative Research (WJIR) 6(3). P 69-73 ISSN: 2454-8236 DOI:10.31871/WJIR.6.3.6 www.wjir.org

Cyril, M. (2018).Development of Test Models for instruments in educational research. LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 17 Meldrum Street, Beau Bassin 71504, Mauritius. ISBN:978-613-9-82580-6 www.get-morebooks.com

Muhammad U. & Cyril, M. (2018). Creativity and innovation in the administration of University Education: An imperative for lifelong learning in Nigeria International journal of contemporary Education Research (IJCER) 7(6). P.14-31 Editor – Prof. A. I. Mteiye University of Malawi P-ISSN: 1930-6681 www.berkeleypublications.com

Orji, E. I., Cyril, M. & Ike, P. N. (2018). Gender and school location influences on students’ conception of Magnetism. Science Teachers Association of Nigeria Proceedings of the 59th Annual Conference. P. 235 – 243 Editor – A. S. Ifamuyiwa ISBN: 978-978-52160-3-5 www.stan.ng

Cyril, M. & Orji, E. I. (2017). Subject Listing and Thematic Approach of Nigeria Basic Education Curriculum (BEC): Challenges to Sustainable Development. International Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences. 13(1), P. 46 – 67 ISSN 2877-6787 www.oxfordpublications.org.uk

Cyril, M. & Ibrahim, A. I. (2017). Test Development Practices in Basic Science and Technology School Examinations: Challenges to Sustainable Education. International Journal of Contemporary Education & Management (IJCEM) 13(2), P. 42 – 52 ISSN 3609-7086 www.oxfordpublications.org.uk

Cyril, M. (2017). Development and Factorial Validation of Basic Science and Technology Performance Test for Primary School Pupils. Proceedings of International Conference On Humanities, Science and Sustainable Development. Vol. 10 (9), 8 - 20 www.irdionline.com

Cyril, M. (2016). Impact of Basic Science and Technology Curriculum on Basic Science Process Skills Acquisition Among Primary School Pupils. International Journal of Innovation in Educational Methods. 8(2), 151 – 160 ISSN: 2276 - 6103

Cyril, M. (2016). Development and Validation of Science Skills Acquisition Instrument for Primary School Pupils. ICSHER Journal Vol. 2.No. ,1 1 -17 ISSN: 2467 – 8384

Cyril, M. (2012). An Assessment of Pupils’ Ability to use two Basic Science Process Skills (observation and measurement) at Basic Science and Technology School Level. Sokoto Educational Review Journal Vol. 13 (1), 343 – 351 ISBN: 079436653 www.sokreview.org

Cyril, M. (2012). Reforms in Science, Technology and Mathematics (STM) Education: A Diagnostic Approach. Sokoto Educational Review Journal Vol. 13 (2), 144 - 151 ISBN: 079436653 www.sokreview.org

Cyril, M. (2012). The place of N. C. E. (Physics) Graduates in Science Education at Junior Secondary School levels in Sokoto Metropolis. Sokoto Educational Review Journal Vol. 13 (2), 163 - 169 ISBN: 079436653 www.sokreview.org

Cyril, M. &Wasagu, M. A. (2005). The future of professionalism in STM education in Nigeria. Science Teachers Association of Nigeria Proceedings of the 46th Annual Conference. pp 167-170 ISBN: 978-37639-3-8 www.stan.ng

Cyril, M. &Wasagu, M. A. (2004). Determination of secondary school students’ levels of Science Process skills in Physics, Chemistry and Biology in Sokoto State. Sokoto Educational Review Journal. 6(2), 41-50 ISBN: 079436653 www.sokreview.org

RESEARCH OUTPUTS:

1.Cyril, M. and Orji, E. (2019). Entrepreneurship education for sustainable development: A call for overhaul of Government agencies and institutions in Nigeria. A paper presented at the annual National Conference of the Institute of Education, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Held at Princes Alexandria Auditorium from 20th – 23rd August, 2019

2. Ekele, C. B. and Cyril, M. (2018). Primary Education Studies for values attainment in Nigeria: Issues, Challenges and Prospects. A paper presented at the 15th National Conference of Primary and Tertiary Teacher Education Association of Nigeria (PATTEAN) held at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto

3.Ibrahim A. A. and Cyril, M. (2012). A study into perception about Freedom and Choice in Education. A paper presented at the 30th Annual National Conference of Philosophy of Education Association of Nigeria (PEAN) at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Held between November 11th – 16th, 2012

4.Cyril, M. (2010). Access and Quality of Science Education in Nigeria after 50 years of Independence. A paper presented at the annual conference of Shehu Shagari College of Education Sokoto. Theme: Nigeria at 50: Issues and prospects of educational development.

5.Cyril, M. and Matazu, S. S. (2010). Science Education and National Development. A paper presented at the Annual Conference of Science Association of Nigeria (SAN) held at Wilberforce Island Yenegua, Bayelsa State.

Research Outputs:

1 Rabuda, D. P. & Cyril, M. (2023). Examination of the Psychosocial Patterns of Inclusive Education Delivery among Special Needs Secondary School Students’ in Sokoto State, Nigeria. A paper presented at the International Virtual Conference of the Institute of Education, University of Nigeria Nsukka, on the theme: Re-assessing Nigeria’s National Policy on Education for Global relevance, best practice and competitiveness. On 26 th – 27 th July, 2023.

2 Cyril, M. (2023). Bridging the gap between “Physics in Technology” and 30 Percent Core Curriculum Minimum Academic Standard in building Creative Minds and Hands in Physics Education for Sustainable Development. A paper presented at the 2 nd International Conference of the Department of Science and Technical Education, University of Jos. On the Theme: Building Creative Minds and Hands in Science Technology Mathematics and Engineering (STME) for Sustainable Development in post COVID 19. Held at Twin Theatre Auditorium (Adamu Adamu) Permanent Site. From 31 st July – 2 nd August, 2023

3 Ezeji, C. O. & Cyril, M. (2023). Identification of some Impactful Pedagogy for Senior Secondary School Physics Teaching and Learning. A paper presented at the 8 th Annual National Conference of the Faculty of Education and Extension Services, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Held at the University Auditorium on 11 th – 13 th September, 2023 10

4 Umar, Y. M. & Cyril, M. (2023). Identification of some Impactful Pedagogical Approaches in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM). A paper presented at the 8 th Annual National Conference of the Faculty of Education and Extension Services, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Held at the University Auditorium on 11 th – 13 th September, 2023

5 Usman, Z. M. & Cyril, M. (2023). Assessment of Teachers’ content delivery on Students’ Science Process Skills Acquisition at Upper Basic Level in Sokoto State, Nigeria. A paper presented at the 8 th Annual National Conference of the Faculty of Education and Extension Services, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Held at the University Auditorium on 11 th – 13 th September, 2023

6 Abdullahi, F. A. & Cyril, M. (2023). Investigation of Chemistry Teachers’ Pedagogical Content Knowledge on ICT in Gusau and Talata Mafara Educational Zones of Zamfara State. A paper presented at the 8 th Annual National Conference of the Faculty of Education and Extension Services, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Held at the University Auditorium on 11 th – 13 th September, 2023

7 Aliyu, M., Dauda, S. & Cyril, M. (2023). Teachers’ Awareness, Challenges and Prospects of Academic Software Tools for Science Teaching/Learning in Senior Secondary Schools in Nigeria. A paper presented at the 8 th Annual National Conference of the Faculty of Education and Extension Services, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Held at the University Auditorium on 11 th – 13 th September, 2023

8 Yusuf, M. & Cyril, M. (2023). Teachers’ Pedagogical Knowledge and Students’ Learning of Biology in Post COVID-19 Pandemic Era in Sokoto State, Nigeria. A paper presented at the 8 th Annual National Conference of the Faculty of Education and Extension Services, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Held at the University Auditorium on 11 th – 13 th September, 2023.

9 Ibrahim A. A. and Cyril, M. (2012). A study into perception about Freedom and Choice in Education. A paper presented at the 30 th Annual National Conference of Philosophy of Education Association of Nigeria (PEAN) at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto Auditorium. Held between November 14 th – 16 th , 2012 11

10 Abdullahi, F. A. & Cyril, M. (2023). Investigation of Chemistry Teachers’ Pedagogical Content Knowledge on ICT in Gusau and Talata Mafara Education Zones of Zamfara State, Nigeria. A paper presented at the 8 th Annual National Conference of the Faculty of Education and Extension Services, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Held at the University Auditorium on 11 th – 13 th September, 2023>

11 Cyril, M. (2010). Access and Quality of Science Education in Nigeria after 50 years of Independence. A paper presented at the annual conference of Shehu Shagari College of Education Sokoto. Theme: Nigeria at 50: Issues and prospects of educational development. Held at the lecture theatre on 1 st – 5 th Aug. 2010