Adesegun Benedict Titus

Adesegun Benedict Titus Lecturer Bloemfontein, South Africa 9301 - - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adesegun-titus- 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. Skills Analytical and Critical Thinking Training and Development Teamwork and Collaboration [SPSS] Software Proficiency Multitasking Abilities Interpersonal Communication Work History 2019-02 - Current LECTURER/Facilitator NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA, LAGOS 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. 2016-02 - 2018-12 RESEARCH ASSISTANT UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE, EAST LONDON CAMPUS, EAST LONDON 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 2008-02 - 2016-02 Adjunct Lecturer EKITI STATE UNIVERSITY, LAGOS 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 undergraduate’s project and 3 Postgraduate Dissertations to completion. 2008-04 - 2016-02 LECTURER-PART TIME SANDWICH DEGREE PROGRAMME,LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY, LAGOS 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 2016-02 - 2018-05 Ph.D.: Education- Social Sciences University of Fort Hare - East London, South Africa Awarded: Govan Mbeki Research Development Center (GMRDC)-SUPERVISOR -LINKED BURSARY AWARD 2016 & 2017. 2006-07 - 2008-09 M.Ed.: Teacher Education-Social Studies Education University of Ibadan - Ibadan, Nigeria 1996-04 - 1999-09 B.Sc Ed (Hons): Social Studies Education Lagos State University - Ojo-Lagos, Nigeria Elected: President, Student Representative Council (SRC), Faculty of Education (1998) 1986-10 - 1990-02 National Certificate in Education (NCE): ECONOMICS/ GOVERNMENT Lagos State College of Education - Oto-Ijanikin, Lagos, Nigeria Awarded Bronze Medal (Soccer). NATCEGA GAMES, ILESHA 1988 Member of (SECRETARY) KEGITES CLUB INTERNATIONAL- Elected Captain of Soccer Team, National Union of Economics Students Association (NUESA),- Accomplishments Level Adviser (200 L) Member Time-table and Examination Committee Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets. Certifications 2021-11 Member, South Africa Education Research Association (2021) 2005-03 Member Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)[Company Name] - [Timeframe] 2020-04 Certified Microsoft Innovative Educator Training - [Timeframe] 2021-12 Association for Skills Development in South Africa (ASDSA). 2015-07 South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) 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 Conduct Research in the following areas: Transborder Studies, Economics Education, and Contemporary Issues in the society, ICT and Cybercrime Education 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:-. Titus Adesegun B. (2020) ‘ICT: Vehicle for Educational Development and Social Transformation'' In Intech Open Multi-Agent Systems-Theory and Applications. ISBN-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:-/-/-.ISSN-. ·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-. ·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- ·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- ·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- ·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-. 9. 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-