Conduct Research in the following areas: Transborder Studies, Economics Education, Contemporary Issues in the society, ICT and Cybercrime Education
Adesegun Benedict Titus
Lecturer
Bloemfontein
Summary
Multifaceted Lecturer with 7 years of expertise in adapting presentations to reach students of diverse backgrounds. Expert in leveraging in-depth knowledge and experience in Social Science Education (ECONOMICS) to provide relevant information and first-hand experiences. Known for great personable demeanor and strong work ethic.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
LECTURER/Facilitator
NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA
LAGOS
02.2019 - Current
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Mentored undergraduate and graduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
- Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Led and prepared lectures for social studies Education classes.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Graded over 50 assignments per week and entered grades into Excel spread sheet.
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
- Stayed abreast of developments within Research in Education to improve curriculum, develop new research and share with colleagues and students
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE, EAST LONDON CAMPUS
EAST LONDON
02.2016 - 12.2018
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Conducted tests on equipment and instruments for quality.
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
- Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative and quantitative research.
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Generated data models and performed analysis to produce reports outlining results.
- Lecturing large class of about 200 students per module
Adjunct Lecturer
EKITI STATE UNIVERSITY
LAGOS
02.2008 - 02.2016
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Developed and implemented social studies education curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding.
- Mentored undergraduate and graduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Supervised over 50 undergraduates project and 3 Postgraduate Dissertations to completion.
LECTURER-PART TIME
SANDWICH DEGREE PROGRAMME,LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY
LAGOS
04.2008 - 02.2016
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Participated and led committee meetings to remain aware of developments in subject.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Graded over 100 assignments per week and entered grades into Excel spread sheet.
Education
Ph.D. - Education- Social Sciences
University of Fort Hare
East London, South Africa 02.2016 - 05.2018
M.Ed. - Teacher Education-Social Studies Education
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria 07.2006 - 09.2008
B.Sc Ed (Hons) - Social Studies Education
Lagos State University
Ojo-Lagos, Nigeria 04.1996 - 09.1999
National Certificate in Education (NCE) - ECONOMICS/ GOVERNMENT
Lagos State College of Education
Oto-Ijanikin, Lagos, Nigeria 10.1986 - 02.1990
Skills
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Level Adviser (200 L)
- Member Time-table and Examination Committee
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
Member, South Africa Education Research Association (2021)
Affiliations
MEMBERSHIP IN ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL BODIES
1. Member, South Africa Education Research Association (SAERA)
2. Member, South Africa Certificate for Educators (SACE)
3. Member, International Society for Teacher Education (ISFTE)
4. Member, Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)
5. Member, Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT)
6. Member, Social Studies Association of Nigeria (SOSAN)
7. Member, Association for Skills Development in South Africa (ASDSA).
Interests
Research, Teaching, Meeting People and Reading
The following are my publications:
·1. TITUS, A.B. (2008). Man and His Economic Activities (A Perspective Approach). Ibadan: Joytal Printing Press. ISBN: 978-978-083-049-6.
2. Titus Adesegun B. (2020) ‘ICT: Vehicle for Educational Development and Social Transformation’’ In Intech Open Multi-Agent Systems-Theory and Applications. ISBN978-1-78984-489-4.DOI:http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.85945 https://mts.intechopen.com/books/multi-agent-systems-strategies-and-applications/ict-vehicle-for-educational-development-and-social-transformation
3.· Mncube V.S., Lebopa A., Titus A.B. (2020). Challenges in Implementing Inclusive Education in some selected South African Schools. Journal of Human Ecology, 70(1-3):98-109 (2020). DOI: 10.31901/24566608.2020/70.1-3.3224.ISSN 2456-6608.
·4. Titus, A.B. and E.O. Adu (2019). Push-Pull Analysis Model of Transborder Trade; An Overview. Journal of Human Ecology, 68 (1-3), 185-194 (2019). ISSN 2456-6608.
·5. Titus, A.B and E.O. Adu (2017) Teacher’s Classroom Management Proficiency as a Correlate of Students’ Academic Performance in Social Studies. The Anthropologist. International Journal of Contemporary and Applied Studies of Man 30(2):111-119 (2017). ISSN 0972-0073
·6. Titus, A. B Adekunle B. Dada and E.O. Adu (2016). School Location and Gender as Correlates of Students’ Academic Achievement in Economics. International Journal of Educational Sciences (IJES). 13(3): 255-261 (2016). ISSN 0975-1122
·7. Dada, Adekunle B., Titus, A.B and E.O. Adu (2016). Social Studies Teachers Perception of Concept of Integration in Social Studies Curriculum. International Journal of Educational Sciences (IJES). 14(1, 2): 1-6 (2016). ISSN 0975-1122
·8. Titus, A.B. Adekunle B. Dada and E.O. Adu (2016). Effects of Social Habits and Girl-Child Marriage on Students’ Academic Performance in Social Studies. Journal of Sociology and Social Anthropology. 7(4):250-255. ISSN 0976-6634.
· Dada, Adekunle B. Titus, A. B. and E.O. Adu (2016). A Comparative Study of Students’ Performance in Economic Concepts and other Concepts in Social Studies Curriculum. Journal of Sociology and Social Anthropology 7(4):256-261. ISSN 0976-6634
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Timeline
Association for Skills Development in South Africa (ASDSA).
12-2021
Member, South Africa Education Research Association (2021)
11-2021
Certified Microsoft Innovative Educator Training - [Timeframe]
04-2020
LECTURER/Facilitator
NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA
02.2019 - Current
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE, EAST LONDON CAMPUS
02.2016 - 12.2018
Ph.D. - Education- Social Sciences
University of Fort Hare
02.2016 - 05.2018
South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
07-2015
LECTURER-PART TIME
SANDWICH DEGREE PROGRAMME,LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY
04.2008 - 02.2016
Adjunct Lecturer
EKITI STATE UNIVERSITY
02.2008 - 02.2016
M.Ed. - Teacher Education-Social Studies Education
University of Ibadan
07.2006 - 09.2008
Member Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)[Company Name] - [Timeframe]
03-2005
B.Sc Ed (Hons) - Social Studies Education
Lagos State University
04.1996 - 09.1999
National Certificate in Education (NCE) - ECONOMICS/ GOVERNMENT
Lagos State College of Education
10.1986 - 02.1990
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