I hold a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Science Education from the University of Cape Coast, which I completed in 2023. Before that, I earned a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Science Education with a focus on chemistry from the University of Education, Winneba in 2012, and a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in science, specializing in chemistry, from the University of Cape Coast from 2003 to 2007. Additionally, I have a Certificate in Business Administration from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), obtained in 2011, and a Teachers Certificate ‘A’ from Komenda College of Education, which I completed in 2000.Currently, I am a lecturer at Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), a position I have held since 2021. Prior to this, I worked for 14 years at Akrokerri College of Education as a chemistry tutor (Principal Tutor), and head of the chemistry unit. My teaching experience also includes instructing technical skills and mathematics at the Junior High School (JHS) level at the University of Cape Coast.

My research interests centre on instructional design, science curriculum, and the challenges students encounters in science education, particularly in chemistry. I utilize various research approaches, including design-based research, mixed methods, and ethnographic studies, to develop effective teaching strategies that enhance students’ conceptual understanding and engagement in science. Through my work, I aim to contribute positively to the educational landscape and support students in overcoming barriers to learning.

Academic Qualifications

• • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Science Education, University of Cape Coast
  • MPhil, Science Education, University of Education, Winneba
  • Certificate in Business Administration (CBA), Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA),
  • B.Ed. Science (Chemistry) University of Cape Coast, Ghana

Professional Affiliations/ Memberships

• • University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG)

Teaching Interests

Chemistry

Science Education

• • Introduction to Integrated science I
  • Introduction to integrated science II
  • Introduction to Early grade science I
  • Introduction to Early grade science II
  • Introduction to Early grade science III
  • Differentiated Assessment for Early Grade
  • Principles and Practice of Teacher Education
  • African in the modern world
  • Measurement and Evaluation
  • Technology and Society

Research Interests and Supervision

• • Science Education
  • Chemistry Education
  • Design-based research
  • Mixed methods

Selected Publications

• • Yeboah, A., Gyang, N. O., & Yeboah, G. (2024). Teachers as reflective practitioners in junior high school in the Kwadaso municipality. Educational Research: Theory and Practice, 35(1), 1-15.
  • Abroampa, W. K. A., Nyatsikor, M. G.., & Gyang, N. O. (2021). Monitoring teacher educators’ concerns: implications for implementing the bachelor of education curriculum in colleges of education in Ghana. International Journal of Psychology and Education, 4(4), 72-98.
  • Oti-Boakye, A., Acheampong, A., Gyang, N. O., Akorfa, A. A., & Amoah, C. A. (2017).  Determination of mercury and cadmium levels in omega-3 food supplements available on the Ghanaian market. African Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry, 12(6), 50-53.
  • Oti-Boakye, A., Acheampong, A., Gyang, N. O., Amoah, C. A & Akorfa, A. A. (2018).  Comparative Assessment of some Physico-chemical Properties of Seed Oils of Parkia biglobosa and Monodora myristica with some commercial Oils. African Journal of Food Science, 12(1), 1-5
  •  Gyang, N.O., Amoah, C, A., & Akorfa, A. A. (2018). Investigating Pre-service Science Teachers’ Science Knowledge Level at Colleges of Education in Ghana. International Journal of Innovative Research and Development, 7(3), 67-69.
  •  Gyang, N. O., Amoah, C, A., & Akorfa, A. A. (2018). Investigating Pre-service Teachers Attitude towards Science in Ghana. International Journal of Science and Research. 7(4), 654-656.
  • Amoah, C, A., Gyang, N. O., & Akorfa, A. A. (2018). Assessing the Reasoning Skills of Biology Students in Selected Senior High Schools in Ghana. International Journal of Innovative Research and Development, 7(3), 70-73.
  • Amoah, C, A., Gyang, N. O., & Akorfa, A. A. (2018). Assessing the Planning Skills of Biology Students in Selected Senior High School in Eastern Region of Ghana. International Journal of Science and Research. 7(4), 657-661.
  • Nsafoah, E., Amoah, C, A., Gyang, N. O. (2018). Mentees Perception on the Nature of teaching Practice and supervision at the College of Education in Ghana. International Journal of Innovative Research and Development, 7(4), 117-122.