Name
Dr. Abigail Edem Okon
DepartmentEducational Foundation
DesignationSenior Lecturer
EmailAbout Dr. Abigail Edem Okon
Dr (Mrs.) Abigail Edem Okon is a lecturer in Department of Educational Foundations, University of Calabar, Calabar, Nigeria. She attended Edgerly Memorial Girls’ Secondary School, Calabar and obtained the West African School Certificate. She later graduated with B.Sc. (Ed) and M.Ed. degrees in Educational Psychology from the University of Calabar, Calabar 1998 and 2003 respectively. Dr Okon obtained her P.hD. degree in Educational Psychology from University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria in 2009. She joined the services of the University of Calabar in 2007 as Assistant Lecturer, and was promoted to the rank of Senior Lecturer in 2016. Since joining the University, she has been teaching, mentoring researching and contribution to the graduation of students in the University. Her major research over the years were focused on Parental and community involvement as correlate of academic performance in senior secondary school in Calabar South; Counselling and academic performance among secondary school students in Cross River State; Influence of gender and employment status on the scarcity of marriageable men among postgraduate students in some University of South Western Nigeria; among others. Mrs Abigail Okon has successfully supervised and co-supervised students’ theses at various levels including three M.Ed degrees. Dr Okon has published a book titled “Introduction to Psychologyâ€. She has also made contributions to book chapters and finally, published many journal articles in reputable peer reviewed local and international journals. She is a regular participant in many local and international conferences, seminars, symposia and workshops, where she presented papers in some. Abigail is a member of the following Professional bodies Nigerian Society for Educational Psychologist, Counselling Association of Nigeria and Nigerian Society for Psychosocial Research. She is married with children,
| S/N | Qualification | School Atttended | Started | Finished |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC). | Ironbar Memorial Primary School, Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. | 1974 | 1979 delete_forever | |
| West African Examination Council (WAEC). | Edgerly Memorial Girls Secondary School, Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. | 1980 | 1984 delete_forever | |
| Bachelor of Science in Education B.Sc(ed) | University of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. | 1992 | 1998 delete_forever | |
| Master in Educational Psychology (M.Ed) | University of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. | 1999 | 2003 delete_forever | |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Psychology (P.hD) | University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. | 2004 | 2009 delete_forever |
| S/N | Publication |
|---|---|
| Okon, A.E., Anthony, N.N., Sarwuan, J., & Anya, O.P., (2019), Trust developmental accomplishment and social phobia among primary school pupils in Ogoja Education Board of Cross River State, Nigeria. International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies, 6(6), 1-6. | |
| Okon, A.E., Omori, A.E., & Gbande, A.P., (2019), Parental and community involvement a correlated of academic performance senior secondary schools, Calabar South, Nigeria. International Journal of Innovation Education and Research, 7(5), 182-194. | |
| Omori, A.E., & Okon, A.E., (2019), Family stability variables and younger adult learning study habits in Nigeria higher institutions. International Journal of innovation education and research, 7(5), 123-132. | |
| Elemi, M., & Okon, A.E., (2019), Conscientiousness and agreeableness traits and academic achievement of senior secondary school. International Journal of Innovation Research and Advanced Studies, 6(2), 144-156. | |
| Okon, A. E., Ukpor, C. O., & Onabamiro, A. A. (2018). Causal modeling of psycho-social variables and socio-reactivity of senior secondary students in Cross River State, Nigeria. International Journal of Contemporary Social Science Education (IJCSSE), 1(1), 279 - 288. | |
| Melvina, N. A. & Okon, A. E. (2018). Psychological factors and perception towards examination malpractice among secondary school students in Cross River State, Nigeria. Journal of Education Realities, 6 (1), 22 - 31. | |
| Bassey, P. U., Ukpor, C. O., & Okon, A. E. (2017). Teacher motivation and job performance in Cross River State, Nigeria. International Journal of Educational Administration, Planning and Research (IJEAPR), 9(1), 100 - 107. | |
| Okon, A. E., Ukpor, C. O., & Okon, M. O. (2017). Influence of mood disorder in Mathematic achievement among secondary school students in Cross River State. The Nigerian Educational Psychologists, 15(2), 176 -182 | |
| Onabamiro, A. A., Okon, A. E., & Petters, J. S. (2015). Psychological correlates of perceived academic achievement of senior secondary school students in Ijebu-North Local Government Area of Ogun State, Nigeria. International Journal of Educational Administration and Planning and Research (IJEAPR), 7(2), 107 - 116. | |
| Ukpor, C. O., Akubuiro, I. M., Bassey, P. U., & Okon, A. E. (2015). Assessing participation in secondary education quality enhancement: Teachers, parents and communities in Cross River State. Global Journal of Educational Research, 14(1), 141 - 147. | |
| Ukpor, C. O., Ashibi, N. I., Akpan, S. M., & Okon, A. E. (2014). Assessing professionalism in teaching: The secondary education perspective in Cross River State, Nigeria. Higher Education of Social Science, 6(1), 53 - 58. | |
| Onabamiro, A. A., Anatsui, T., & Okon, A. E. (2013). Analysis of impediments to teacher education and training in Nigeria: Implication for National Development. Journal of Applied Education and Vocational Research, 11(1), 64 -73. | |
| Ukpor, C. O., Ubi, I. O., & Okon, A. E. (2013). Assessment of factors determining parents preference for private secondary schools in rural communities of Cross River State. Global Journal of Educational Research, 11(2), 99 - 109. | |
| Ezekiel, T. E., Patrick, A. M., & Okon, A. E. (2012). An exploration of emotional intelligence and market segmentation, targeting and positioning in selected central business districts in Nigeria. International Journal of Marketing Studies, 3(3), 173 - 185. | |
| Adadu, P. M. A., Iyaji, T. O., & Okon, A. E. (2012). The predictive effect of big five factor model on social reactivity among adolescents in Cross River State, Nigeria: Personality Assessment and Basic for Counsellings. An International Multidisplinary Journal, Ethiopia, 6(2), 1 - 12. | |
| Oyira, E. J., Okon, A. E., Ojong, I., & Asuquo, E. F. (2011). Classroom learning environment and secondary school students’ attitude towards schooling in Southern Educational Zone of Cross River State. Journal of Educational Research and Polices, 6(1), 80 - 88 | |
| Okon, A. E., Ukpor, C. O., Adika, L. O., & Oyira, E. J. (2010). The influence of demographic variables on the patterns of reasoning of some primary school pupils in Cross River State and Oyo Metropolis. Journal of Counselling Association of Nigeria, 4(4),1 - 7. | |
| Oyira, E. O. J., Abua, M. A., Mgbekem, M., & Okon, A. E. (2010). Socio-cultural factor influencing malnutrition among young children in Northern Cross River State. West African Journal of Nursing, 21(2), 2 - 7. | |
| Onabamiro, A. A., Okon, A. E., & Oyira, E. J. (2009). Self-concept as a correlate of academic achievement in mathematics: A study of students in Lagos State senior secondary schools. Journal of Counselling Association of Nigeria, 3(2), 242 - 254. | |
| Okon, A. E., Otu, B. D., & Esuabana, S. B. S. (2009). Teachers’ perception of co-workers/remuneration and their professional effectiveness in Southern Cross River State. Ikogho. A multi-disciplinary Journal, 8(1), 35 - 42. | |
| Okon, A. E., Ukpor, C. O., Oyira, E. J., & Onabamiro, A. A. (2009). Socio- economic background and students’ attitude as correlates of achievement in English language implication for counseling. West Africa Journal of Educational Research, 12(1&2), 23 - 28. | |
| Oluwole, D. A., Okon, A. E., & Oyira, J. E. (2009). Computers self-efficacy and spirituality on academic performance of pupil in Oyo and Cross River State, Nigeria. Lessons for UBE. Journal of Research and Development in Education (JRDE), 4(1), 116 - 120. | |
| Oyria, E. J., Mgbekem, M. A., & Okon, A. E. (2009). Knowledge, attitude and preventive practices toward pregnant induced hypertension among pregnant women in General Hospital Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. Pakistan Journal of Social Science, 6(1), 1 - 5. | |
| Oyria, E. J., Mgbekem, M. A., & Okon, A. E. (2009). Knowledge, attitude and preventive practices toward pregnant induced hypertension among pregnant women in General Hospital Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. Pakistan Journal of Social Science, 6(1), 1 - 5. | |
| Petters, J. S., Okon, M. O., Okon, A. E., & Okpoko, L. U. (2008). Pre-retirement preparation and gender factors in worker’s retirement confidence. Journal of Educational Foundation (JSF), 5(2), 189 -194. | |
| Mbum, P. A., Okon, A. E., & Oyira, E. J. (2008). Pension scheme and pre-retirement. Journal of Educational Foundation (JEF), 5(1), 48 - 60. | |
| Okon, A. E., Oyira, E. J., Adeyinka, T., & Adedji, T. (2008). Influence of gender and employment status on the scarcity of marriageable men among postgraduate students in some University of South Western Nigeria. A Multidisciplinary Journal, 5(5), 31 - 37. | |
| Oluwole, D. A., Okon, A. E., Petters, J. S., & Oyira, E. J. (2008). Daily spiritual experience ability conception and intrinsic motivation budding football in Nigeria. The International Journal Series of Tropical Issues, 9(3), 133 - 143. | |
| Umo, U. A., Petters, J. S., & Okon, A. E. (2007). Marital instability and depression among public servants in Cross River State, Nigeria. Global Journal of Educational Research, 6(1&2), 39 - 41. | |
| Adeyinka, T. & Okon, A. E. (2004). Self-concept and emotional intelligence as predictors of academic achievement among secondary school students in Ibadan. Education for today. Journal of Faculty of Education, University of Calabar, 4 (1), 49 - 55. |
| S/N | Grant | Currency/Amount | Grantor | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TETFUND | Naira 600000 | TETFUND | 2012-12-12 |
| S/N | Conference | Description | Started | Finished |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Academic – African Partnership (BAAP) - 1st Capacity Building Workshop on Writing for Publication. | British Academic – African Partnership (BAAP) 1st Capacity Building Workshop on Writing for Publication – Writing Research Proposal & Enterprise Education 24th – 29th Day of January, 2008. | 2008-01-24 | 2008-01-29 | |
| 3rd National Conference/Worship organized by the Institute of Education, University of Uyo, Uyo . | 3rd National Conference/Worship organized by the Institute of Education, University of Uyo, Uyo from April 28th – May 1st, 2008. | 2008-04-28 | 2008-05-01 | |
| 1st International conference of the Department of Educational Foundations on Pre-retirement Preparation and Management. | 1st International conference of the Department of Educational Foundations on Pre-retirement Preparation and Management, Held on July 29th to August 2nd 2008 at University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State. | 2008-07-29 | 2008-08-02 | |
| 2012 Hong Kong International Conference on Education, Psychology and Society (HKICEPS). | 2012 Hong Kong International Conference on Education, Psychology and Society (HKICEPS) held at Hong Kong, Asia from 14th - 16th December, 2012. | 2012-12-14 | 2012-12-16 | |
| 2nd Faculty of Education Conference. | 2nd Faculty of Education Conference, held at University of Calabar, Calabar, International Conference Centre, September, 2-5, 2014. | 2014-09-02 | 2014-09-05 |