Qualifications:

MScEd in Chemistry Education (National University of Science & Technology); Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Chemistry (National University of Science & Technology).

Skills and competencies:

Inorganic chemistry, Organic chemistry, Analytical chemistry, Physical chemistry, Environmental chemistry, Industrial chemistry, Computer skills: Game Development, SPSS in quantitative research analysis, CAD/ CAM.

Research Interests:

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education curricula, Optimisation and use of ICTs in Chemistry education, Game development for Chemistry Education, Innovations and inventions in Chemistry and Technology.

 Conference presentations:

• Matibela Ipelegeng & Mpofu Irene (2022) Optimisation if ICTs in Teaching and Learning of Chemistry in Rural Secondary Schools, NUST-FSTE 2^nd ESDIR Conference 2022.
• Mangena Andrew, Matibela Ipelegeng, Mkwelie Nhlanhla & Hlongwane Joseph (2022) Exploring the pedagogical teaching computer applications used by facilitators in Computer Science Education, Chemistry Education, Mathematics Education and Physics Education: Moving towards a more sustainable approach, NUST-FSTE 2^nd ESDIR Conference 2022.

 Email: ipelegeng.matibela@nust.ac.zw