Dr. Kuyayama,Alice

Qualifications:

PhD (National University of Science & Technology) MEd: ECE (University of Zimbabwe) BEd: ECE (University of Zimbabwe) CE: Infant (University of Zimbabwe)

Academic Appointments:

Graduate Research Assistant (2005-2007) Lecturer (2008-2018) Senior Lecturer (2019 to date)

Research Interests:

Technology in Early Childhood Development
2. ECD Policy Development and Analysis
3. Distance Education and e-Learning at Early Childhood Development Level
4. Indigenous and Contemporary Parenting Practices
5. Early Childhood Development Teacher Education
6. ECD Curriculum Planning, Implementation and Evaluation
7. Project Planning, Management, Administration, Monitoring, and Evaluation

Faculty: Education

Department: Early Childhood & Junior Education

Research Category: Education

Biography:

Email: alice@education.uz.ac.zw

Phone: +263-773 492 815

Publications:

BOOKS
1. Chivore, B.R.S., Kujeke, E.C., Dambudzo, I.I., Kuyayama-Tumbare, A., Mavundutse, O., Magunda, T. & Kapumha, J. (Eds) (2019). Report on Teacher Education and School Curriculum Harmonisation in Zimbabwe, Harare: University of Zimbabwe Department of Teacher Education, ISBN No. 978-1-77920-196-6
2. Chivore, B.R.S., Mavundutse, Kuyayama, A., O., Kangai, P.& Gwaunza, P. (2015). Handbook for Quality Assurance in Associate Teachers’ Colleges, Harare: University of Zimbabwe Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, ISBN No. 978-1-77920-043-3
3. Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. (2013). Toddlers’ Expression of Autonomy in Preschool Environments, Harare: University of Zimbabwe Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations; Harare, ISBN 978-1-77920-087-7.
4. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A., & Matavire, J. (2006). The Norms Competence Approach to English Literacy: Lower Primary, Harare: University of Zimbabwe-Human Resources Research Centre, ISBN No. 0 86923 533 8
5. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M. Kuyayama, A., and Matavire, J. (2006). The Norms Competence Approach to English Literacy: Upper Primary, Harare: University of Zimbabwe-Human Resources Research Centre, ISBN No. 0 86923 535 4
6. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A., & Matavire, J. (2006). The Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe: Test Administration Manual - Lower Primary, Harare: University of Zimbabwe-Human Resources Research Centre, ISBN No. 0-7974-3269-8.
7. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A. & Matavire, J. (2006). The Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe Primary 3. (First Edition), Reading, HRRC: University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe. ISBN 07974-3236-1
8. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A. & Matavire, J. (2006). The Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe Primary 3. (First Edition), Writing, HRRC: University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe. ISBN 0-7974-3238-4
9. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A. & Matavire, J. (2006). The Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe Primary 3. (First Edition), Listening, HRRC: University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe. ISBN 0-7974-3265-5
10. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A. & Matavire, J. (2006). The Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe Primary 3. (First Edition), Speaking, HRRC: University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe. ISBN 0-7974-3266-3
11. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A. & Matavire, J. (2006). The Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe Primary 3. (First Edition), Supporting Language Structures, HRRC: University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe. ISBN 0-7974-3239-6.
12. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A & Matavire, J. (2006). The Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe: Test Administration Manual - Upper Primary, Harare: University of Zimbabwe-Human Resources Research Centre, ISBN No. 0-7974-3270-1.
13. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A. & Matavire, J. (2006). The Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe Primary 6. (First Edition), Reading, HRRC: University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe. 0-7974-3260-4
14. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A. & Matavire, J. (2006). The Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe Primary 6. (First Edition), Listening, HRRC: University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe. ISBN 0-7974-3261-2
15. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A. & Matavire, J. (2006). The Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe Primary 6. (First Edition), Speaking, HRRC: University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe. ISBN 0-7974-3266-3
16. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A. & Matavire, J. (2006). The Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe Primary 6. (First Edition), Supporting Language Structures, HRRC: University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe. ISBN 0-7974-3267-1
17. Dyanda, C., Dozva, M., Kuyayama, A. & Matavire, J. (2006). The Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe Primary 6. (First Edition), Writing, HRRC: University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe. ISBN 0-7974-2362-0
CHAPTERS IN BOOKS
18. Dyanda, C., Dozva M., Kuyayama, A., & Matavire, J. (2006). The Norms Competency Strategy to English Literacy, Dyanda, C., Matawire, J., Dozva, M. & Kuyayama, A. (Eds), Effective Curriculum Access, University of Zimbabwe: Human Resources Research Centre, Harare, page 106-111, ISBN No. 0-7974-3272-8.
19. Chivore, B.R.S. & Kuyayama, A. (2012). The Scheme of Association: Introspection, Mamvuto, A., Kangai, P., Chivore, B.R.S. and Zindi, F. (Eds) Excellence in Teacher Education: The Zimbabwean Experience. University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page, 1-25, ISBN 978-1-77920-045-7.
20. Chivore, B.R.S., Kuyayama, A., & Gatsi, R. (2012), Teacher Education Curriculum under the Scheme of Association, Mamvuto, A., Kangai, P., Chivore, B.R.S. and Zindi, F. (Eds). Excellence in Teacher Education: The Zimbabwean Experience, University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 124-131, ISBN 978-1-77920-045-7.
21. Kuyayama, A. (2012), Aspects of Belonging, Meyer, A., van Zyi, S. & Diehl, R. (Editors), Diploma in Early Childhood and Pre-Primary Education, NAMCOL, Windhoek, page 3-46, ISBN: 978-99945-63-80-7.
22. Kuyayama, A. (2012). Sacred Issues, Meyer, A,; van Zyi, S. & Diehl, R. (Editors), Diploma in Early Childhood and Pre-Primary Education, NAMCOL, Windhoek, page 46-80, ISBN: 978-99945-63-80-7.
23. Kuyayama, A. (2012). How Religious Values influence Social Values, Meyer, A,; van Zyi, S. & Diehl, R. (Editors), Diploma in Early Childhood and Pre-Primary Education, NAMCOL, Windhoek, page 131-192, ISBN: 978-99945-63-80-7.
24. Tsikira, J. & Kuyayama, A. (2014). Theories of Child Development, Theories of Early Childhood Development: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 1-46, ISBN 978-1-77920-061-7.

25. Mawere, P. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. (2014). Play in Early Childhood Development, Theories of Early Childhood Development: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 81-122, ISBN 978-1-77920-061-7.
26. Mushunje, M. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. (2014). Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood Development, Theories of Early Childhood Development: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 123-156, ISBN 978-1-77920-061-7.
27. Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. & Chishaka, M. (2014). Contemporary Philosophy in Early Childhood Development, Theories of Early Childhood Development: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 192-240, ISBN 978-1-77920-061-7.
28. Mahoso, T. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. (2014). Curriculum Issues in Early Childhood Development, Theories of Early Childhood Development: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 241-273, ISBN 978-1-77920-061-7.
29. Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. & Takaendesa, N. (2015). Early Childhood Development Legal and Administrative Framework, Professional Studies: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, page 1-35, ISBN 978-1-77920-060-0.

30. Mavhunga, E. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. (2015). Administration and Management of the Early Childhood Development Programme, Professional Studies: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 36-72, ISBN 978-1-77920-060-0.

31. Mahoso, T. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. (2015), School and Class Management, Studies: Diploma in Education (Primary): University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 73-103, ISBN 978-1-77920-060-0.

32. Chiiimba, C. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A., (2015), Management of the Learning Environment, Professional Studies: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 104-147, ISBN 978-1-77920-060-0.

33. Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. & Mahoso, T., (2015), Forms of Early Childhood Development Models and Curricula, Professional Studies: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 183-222, ISBN 978-1-77920-060-0.

34. Mawere, P. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A., (2015), Instructional Media and Technology, Professional Studies: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 254-302, ISBN 978-1-77920-060-0.

35. Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. (2015), Behavioural Challenges among Early Childhood Development Children, Professional Studies: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 335-382, ISBN 978-1-77920-060-0.

36. Chishaka, M. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A., (2015), Syllabus Interpretation and Documentation. Professional Studies: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 384-422, ISBN 978-1-77920-060-0.
Gondo, D. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A., (2015), Assessment and Evaluation, Professional Studies: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 423-467, ISBN 978-1-77920-060-0.

38. Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. (2016), Nature and Functions of Language, Language Arts in Early Childhood Development: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 1-39, ISBN No. 978-1-77920-062-4.

39. Gondo, D. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A., (2016), Theories of Language Development, Language Arts in Early Childhood Development Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 40-80, ISBN No. 978-1-77920-062-4.

40. Kuyayama-Tumbare, A., (2016), The Four Language Modes, Language Arts in Early Childhood Development: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 81-134, ISBN No. 978-1-77920-062-4.

41. Nkomo, S. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. (2016), Methods of Teaching Language Arts. In Language Arts in Early Childhood Development Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 136-187, ISBN No. 978-1-77920-062-4

42. Pambwai, J. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. (2016), Instructional Media and Technology in Language Arts. In Language Arts in Early Childhood Development Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 188-226, ISBN No. 978-1-77920-062-4.

43. Nkomo, S. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. (2016), Scheming and Planning in Language Arts, Language Arts in Early Childhood Development Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 227-265, ISBN No. 978-1-77920-062-4.

44. Pambwai, J., & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. & (2016), Assessment and Evaluation in Language Arts, Language Arts in Early Childhood Development Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 266-303, ISBN No. 978-1-77920-062-4.

45. Gondo, D. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A. (2016), Language and Culture, Language Arts in Early Childhood Development Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 304-336, ISBN No. 978-1-77920-062-4.

46. Kuyayama-Tumbare, A., (2016). Art Elements and Principles of Design, Expressive Arts: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 105-147, ISBN No. 978-1-7-77920-059-4.

47. Tizvione, J. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A., (2016), Skills Development, Expressive Arts Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 40-104, ISBN No. 978-1-7-77920-059-4.

48. Tizvione, J. & Kuyayama, A., (2016). Songs for Young Children, Expressive Arts: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page pp148-199, ISBN No. 978-1-7-77920-059-4.

49. Mushunje, M. & Kuyayama-Tumbare, A., (2016). Teaching Methods in Early Childhood Expressive Arts, Expressive Arts: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 242-271, ISBN No. 978-1-7-77920-059-4.

50. Dozva, M. & Kuyayama, A., (2018), Mathematical Concepts in Early Childhood Development, Science and Mathematics: Diploma in Education (Primary), University of Zimbabwe: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Harare, page 1-33, ISBN No. 798-1-77920-063-1

51. Kuyayama, A. & Mushunje, M. (In press). Themes in Family & Heritage Studies: In Family and Heritage Studies in Early Childhood; 29 pages

52. Nkomo, N., Kuyayama, A. & Chiimba C. (In press). Teaching Approaches in Family and Heritage Studies: In Family and Heritage Studies in Early Childhood, Harare. UZ: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations; 27 pages

53. Kuyayama, A., Mushunje, M. & Pambwai, J. (In press). Assessment and Evaluation in Family and Heritage Studies: In Family and Heritage Studies in Early Childhood, Harare. UZ: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations; 38 pages

54. Nkomo, N. & Kuyayama A. (In press). Early Reading Programmes: In Early Childhood Development Reading Theory, Harare, UZ: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations; 36 pages
55. Kuyayama, A. & Nkomo, N. (In press). Beginning Reading: In Reading Pedagogy in the Formative Years, Harare, UZ: Department of Information, Protocol and Public Relations; 25 pages

BOOK REVIEWS

56. Kuyayama, A. & Dozva, M. (2011). Let’s Begin 1: The Early Literacy Programme, R.I.C. Publications, Greenwood, pages 1 – 236, ISBN No. 1 86311 844 6
57. Kuyayama, A. & Dozva, M. (2011). Let’s Begin 2: The Early Literacy Programme, R.I.C. Publications, Greenwood, pages 1 – 361, ISBN No. 1 86311 845 4

ARTICLES IN REFEREED JOURNALS

58. Kuyayama, A. (2016). Parents' Capacity to Provide Basic Needs for Children in the Formative Years in Rural Zimbabwe; International Journal of Social Sciences and Education (IJSSE). Volume 41, No. 6, page 1-14.

59. Kuyayama, A. (2013).The Capacity of Early Childhood Development Policy and Reports in promoting Inclusive Education in Zimbabwe; The Zimbabwe Journal of Teacher Education. Volume 15 (2), page 54-80.

60, Kuyayama, A. & Dozva, M. (2013). ‘ECD: Key to Unlocking Human Potential; Journal of Zimbabwe: Arts, Humanities and Education, Volume 1 (1), page 76-90.

61. Kuyayama, A. (2011). ‘Marginalised of the marginalised: the plight of children with disabilities, Zimbabwe Journal of Educational Research, Volume 23 (2), page 146-169.

62 Kuyayama, A. (In press). ‘Growing up in Rural Zimbabwe: The Role of Support Services for Children 0-5 Years’. Journal of Zimbabwe: Arts, Humanities and Education, 23 pages

TECHNICAL REPORTS
63. Chivore B.R.S., Muwandi J., Kuyayama-Tumbare, A., Gwaunza L., Luthuli, A., Motsi, E., & Zivanayi S.D., Chimwayi, J. (2015). Report on Teacher Education Curriculum Review, Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Science and Technology Development; Harare, page 1-324.
64. Chivore, B.R.S & Kuyayama, A. (2011). An Evaluation of Open and Distance Education in the SADC Member States, SADC Secretariat, Gabarone, 258 pages.
65. Kuyayama, A. (2009). A Needs Assessment on Parenting Education in Zimbabwe: Binga, Bulilima, Hwange, Mangwe and Zaka. UNICEF. Harare. Page 1-148.
66 Kuyayama, A. (2008). Evaluation of the Impact of Early Childhood Development Policy and Reports in Promoting Inclusion and Gender Mainstreaming. UNESCO. Harare, page 1-108.
67. Dyanda C., Makoni, R., Mudukuti, A. & Kuyayama, A., (2006). Evaluation of the National Early Childhood Programme, UNICEF, Harare, page 1-179.

Patented Work:

Grants & Funding (current and Past projects):

2017 National Review of Teacher Education Curriculum
2. 2018-2021 Harmonisation of School and Teacher Education Curriculum

Awards & Achievements:

1. Certificate of outstanding achievement for producing well-researched Open, Distance & e-Learning materials for Teacher Education, 2017
2. Certificate of Excellence for successfully writing teaching & learning materials, demonstrating commitment, diligence, dedication & discipline, 2017
3. Certificate of participation & appreciation for showing good citizenship through participating as an exhibitor at the UZ stand, during Research & Intellectual EXPO, 2014

Consultancy and advisory work (current and past):

Reformed Church University - External Examiner of the Early Childhood Development Degree Programme: 2019 to date
Zimbabwe Open University - External Examiner of the Teacher Development Degree Programme: 2019 to date
3. Zimbabwe Council of Higher Education – Assessment of Africa University Early Childhood Development Degree Physical Facilities: 19 December 2016.
4. Namibia National Council of Higher Education (NCHE) - Review of Bachelor of Education (Pre & Lower Primary Education), University of Namibia, 5-24 October 2015.
5. Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education - National Teacher Education Curriculum Review: May-August 2015.
6. Zimbabwe Council of Higher Education - Assessment of the Women’s University in Africa Content of Med Early Childhood Development Regulations: July 2015.
7. Zimbabwe Council of Higher Education - Assessment of Zimbabwe Open University Diploma in Education Early Childhood Development Regulations: February 2015.
8. Zimbabwe Council of Higher Education - Review of the Reformed Church University Early Childhood Development Academic Regulations: February 2012.
9. Trainer for Open and Distance Learning Writers for University of Zimbabwe, College of Health Sciences, Nectar Program, January - June 2014.
10. Trainer for Open and Distance Learning Writers for University of Zimbabwe, College of Health Sciences, Nectar Program, January-June 2014.
11. Trainer for Open and Distance Learning Writers for 15 Teacher Training Colleges in Zimbabwe, January 2012: December 2014.
12. Evaluation of the Infrastructural and Material Needs of Public Early Childhood Development Centres in Zimbabwe: September 2013
13. Review of Books 4 Africa ECD Materials: January 2013
Survey on Social Development/Education: Funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Commissioned by the Ministry of Education, Sports, Arts and Culture: October-December 2012
15. The Namibian College of Open Learning Course Writer (ECD Professional Programmes): 2011, 2012, 2013
16. Evaluation of the SADC Open and Distance Learning Monitoring and Evaluation Framework: Funded by the African Development Bank (ADB), Commissioned by the SADC Secretariat: 2010
17. A Needs Assessment of Parenting Education in Zimbabwe: Binga, Bulilima, Hwange, Mangwe and Zaka: Funded by UNICEF, Commissioned by the Ministry of Education, Sports, Arts and Culture: 2009
18. Evaluation of the Impact of Zimbabwe ECD Policy and Reports in Promoting Inclusion and Gender Mainstreaming: Funded by UNESCO, Commissioned by the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education: 2008
19. Editor of the National ECD Handbook: Funded by UNICEF, Commissioned by the Ministry of Education, Sports, Arts and Culture: 2007
20. Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe Material Development: Funded by UNESCO: 2006
21. Evaluation of the National ECD Programme in Zimbabwe: Funded by UNICEF, Commissioned by the Ministry of Education, Sports, Arts and Culture: 2005
22. Development of Comprehensive English Literacy Test of the University of Zimbabwe (CELTUZ): Funded by the Rockefeller Foundation: 2001-2006.

Supervision information (MPhil, DPhil, etc.):

DPhil Student: Marjory Zingwena (UZ)

Professional membership, Committees, Boards:

International level
1. UNESCO Education for Sustainable Development: Sustainability Starts with Teachers SADC Region member
2. ASPnet Change Initiative: Teacher Education & Training Institutions (TELs) for Global Citizenship Education for Sustainable Development Member

National level
1. National Commission for UNESCO: Education Specialised Standing Committee
2. ECD Working Group

Institutional level
1. UZ Priority Private-Public Schools Project Steering Committee (2019-to date)
2. Library Committee Member
3. Faculty of Social Studies Board Member
4. Faculty of Education Board Member
5. Faculty of Education Promotions Committee Member
6. Zimbabwe Journal for Teacher Education Board Member
7. Zimbabwe Journal for Educational Research Board Member
8. Centre for Teacher Education & Materials Development Board Member
9. Centre for Teacher Education & Materials Development Board of Studies Member
10. Centre for Teacher Education & Materials Development Board of Examiners Member
11. Centre for Teacher Education & Materials Development Syllabus Committee Member
12. Centre for Teacher Education & Materials Development Workshop Committee Member