Staff Profiles: Faculty of Education

STAFF PROFILES: FACULTY OF EDUCATION

Dr Donovan Dominic Zealand

Department: Mathematics, Science and Sport Education

1. Name: (Title ,First, Last Names)	Dr Donovan Dominic Zealand
2. Tertiary Qualifications (High to Low) Note: Acronyms to be written out in full	PhD (Specialized Education, Sport), University of Stellenbosch, South Africa, 2005. MEd (Physical Education and Sport), University of Namibia, Namibia, 2001. BEd, University of Namibia, 1995.
3. Current Position	Lecturer
4. Campus Address (Postal, Room No, Block/Unit)	Main Campus, Mandume Ndemufayo Avenue, Windhoek Block X, Room X216
5. Office Phone, Fax & Cell phone (optional)	+264 61 206 3020 +264 61 206 3980
6. Email Address	dzealand@unam.na
7. Short Biography (maximum 150 words)	Dr Zealand is a Namibian citizen with over twenty years of experience in the physical education and sport sector in Namibia. He has been actively involved in sport administration and development for the past 20 years. Dr. Zealand is a lecturer in Sport Education and also offers MEd courses on physical education and sport. He has delivered numerous papers at international conferences on the use of sport as a development tool. Furthermore he has a keen interest in youth development through sport and is the founder and executive director of the physically active youth (PAY) program in Namibia.
8. Resume/Vita	Post resume/vita document
9. Recently Taught Courses (last 2 years- include course codes)	Teaching Methods of Physical Education EMPP 3700 Introduction to Principals of Coaching EMSS 3511 Sport and Recreational Entrepreneurship EMSS 3612 Techniques of Teaching and Coaching Track and Field and Soccer EMSS3711 Techniques of Teaching and Coaching Basketball and Netball EMSS 3712 Techniques of Teaching and Coaching Volleyball and Rugby EMSS 3712 Projects in TM School Subject 1 EMPP 3812 Issues in Education
10. Academic interest/ expertise	Sport and Youth Development
11. Research and Publications List of references/citations: Title, year, place& publisher (includes links to abstracts& UNAM Press) Note: Acronyms to be written out in full	Namibian Youth-at-risk. A physical activity programme to support the development of Namibian youth in an “at-risk” context. 2006, BOLESWANA Journal. Perceptions of Students on the Status of Physical Education in Namibian Colleges of Education, 2008, NERA Journal Physical Activity and Self-Esteem. A Namibian Perspective, 2008, NERA Journal. Sexuality, HIV/AIDS and Contraception. A Namibian Youth Perspective, 2008, NERA Journal Conference Papers and Study Guides Zealand and Stergiadis (2004) Issues in Education study guide. Unit 5. Physical Education and Sport Introduction to Sport and Coaching (ESS 7109) Techniques of Teaching and Coaching Track and Field (ESS 3251) Zealand, D.D. (2005) Sexuality and Sex Education in Namibia: Livingstone, Zambia. (Not published in any proceedings). Zealand, D.D. (2006) Sport Administration and Management in Namibia. Presented at workshop at Greiters Conference Centre in Windhoek, 12 August 2006. Zealand, D.D. (2006) Physical Education and HIV/AIDS. Capacity Development and HIV/AIDS Mainstreaming for the Development of a Health Promoting University. Safari Court Conference Centre 29 May to 9 June 2006. Zealand, D.D. (2006) Physical Activity and Sport for Children in Namibia. Paper delivered at workshop at Safari Court Conference Centre 20 October 2006 in Namibia.
12. Recent Professional Activities (last 2 years): Training, Presentations, University Committees, Community Outreach, Professional Associations, Bodies &Public Lectures Note: Acronyms to be written out in full	Director: Physically Active Youth Namibia 2003-2006 The PAY Programme is a preventative measure that focuses its efforts on youth in an “at risk” context in Grade 10, enrolled in the Namibian Secondary School System. The goal of the project is to provide a safe and enjoyable after school environment that will promote the social values necessary to prepare learners in Katutura and Khomasdal (marginalized communities in Windhoek, capital of Namibia) for greater success in the community. The strategy takes on a holistic approach to create positive opportunities and outcomes for Namibia’s youth. A combination of physical activity, recreation, academic tutoring, self development strategies, community projects, and creative expression enable participants to realize and reach their potential, gain respect, and participate fully and responsibly in society. During the year 2003 the project had a pass rate of 91%.