International Research Review IRR was founded in 2009 in the College of Education in 2009. The UNIOSUN Journal of Teaching and Learning of the Faculty of Education, Osun State University was established in 2016. Both journals are independent, peer-reviewed journal. Issued one time per year. It is a medium for the scholars from different institution of learning to publish their research findings. The journals pride are on quality and has an editorial team with a wealth of experience and expertise in education research.
There are various research works being executed by faculty members of the College of Education of Osun State University.
Some of the supposed research at the College include:
- TETFUND funded research on Design, Development, Implementation and Evaluation of Animated-Learning Package for Climate Change Education in Primary Schools.
- TETFUND funded research on Effects of Government Policies on the Economic Activities and Livelihood of Women in the Southwestern States of Nigeria
- TETFUND funded research on Peace Education.
- TETFUND funded research on Structural Framework for the Design, Development, Implementation and Evaluation of a Hybrid Learning Strategy Guide for Secondary Schools.
- TETFUND Institutional Research-Cutting Edge Approach for Promoting Inclusive Education for Dyslexic Children
For admission into any of the first degree programmes of the University, a candidate shall be required to possess the following minimum qualifications:
- Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or its equivalents with credit level passes in five (5) subjects at not more than two sittings. The candidate must also earn an acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
- Candidates seeking admission by direct entry into the 200 level, must have at least five (5) O/L credits, two of which must be at Advanced Level or approved equivalents.
UTME Candidates
B.Sc.Ed. Biology
For admission into the first degree programme in Education Biology, a candidate must have the Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or its equivalents with credit level passes in five (5) subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Biology to form the core subjects, with credit in two other relevant science subjects at not more than two sittings. The candidate must also earn an acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
B.Sc.Ed. Chemistry
For admission into the first degree programme in Education Chemistry, a candidate must have the Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or its equivalents with credit level passes in five (5) subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Chemistry to form the core subjects, with credit in two other relevant science subjects at not more than two sittings. The candidate must also earn an acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
B.Sc.Ed. Mathematics
For admission into the first degree programme in Education Mathematics, a candidate must have the Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or its equivalents with credit level passes in five (5) subjects: English Language and Mathematics to form the core subjects, with credit in three other relevant science subjects at not more than two sittings. The candidate must also earn an acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
B.Sc.Ed. Physics
For admission into the first degree programme in Education Physics, a candidate must have the Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or its equivalents with credit level passes in five (5) subjects: English Language, Mathematics and Physics to form the core subjects, with credit in two other relevant science subjects at not more than two sittings. The candidate must also earn an acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
Direct Entry Candidates
B.Sc.Ed. Biology
Candidate seeking admission by direct entry into the 200 level Education Biology programme must have Advanced Level passes in at least two (2) science subjects one of which must be Biology, in addition to credit level passes in five (5) of the subjects listed in 3.2.1 above at the SSCE or its equivalents. Candidates with NCE and approved equivalents with at least a lower credit may be considered for direct entry into the programme.
B.Sc.Ed. Chemistry
Candidate seeking admission by direct entry into the 200 level Education Chemistry programme must have Advanced Level passes in at least two (2) science subjects one of which must be Chemistry, in addition to credit level passes in five (5) of the subjects listed in 3.2.1 above at the SSCE or its equivalents. Candidates with NCE and approved equivalents with at least a lower credit may be considered for direct entry into the programme.
B.Sc.Ed. Mathematics
Candidate seeking admission by direct entry into the 200 level Education Mathematics programme must have Advanced Level passes in at least two (2) science subjects one of which must be Mathematics, in addition to credit level passes in five (5) of the subjects listed in 3.2.1 above at the SSCE or its equivalents. Candidates with NCE and approved equivalents with at least a lower credit may be considered for direct entry into the programme.
B.Sc.Ed. Physics
Candidate seeking admission by direct entry into the 200 level Education Physics programme must have Advanced Level passes in at least two (2) science subjects one of which must be Physics, in addition to credit level passes in five (5) of the subjects listed in 3.2.1 above at the SSCE or its equivalents. Candidates with NCE and approved equivalents with at least a lower credit may be considered for direct entry into the programme.
Philosophy
The Programmes are being undertaken to produce the right caliber of committed professionals in the area of education biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics in the right quality and quantity in order to meet the national needs and contribute to the achievement of the national goals on education particularly at the secondary school level. Teacher trainees at the end of programme should be capable of effectively teaching all components of biology in the secondary, as the programme aims at providing prospective teachers with solid background knowledge in the subject. To this end, the programme is set to achieve the following objectives.
Objectives
At the end of the programme the students should be able to:
- view biology as a process of inquiry into the living world.
- develop in students power of accurate observation and provide a framework into which their observed facts can be fitted.
- Ability to develop functional knowledge of chemistry concept and principles.
- Ability to observe and explore the chemical environment.
- Ability to apply the skills and knowledge gained through the study of chemistry to solve day to day problem.
- Ability to develop functional knowledge of Mathematics concept and principles.
The four programmes of the Department operate academic curricular that are tailored along the stipulations contained in the National Universities Commission (NUC) Benchmark Minimum Academic Standards. Presently, the Department runs both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Undergraduate degrees
- B. Sc. (Ed.) Biology,
- B. Sc. (Ed.) Chemistry,
- B. Sc. (Ed.) Mathematics and
- B. Sc. (Ed.) Physics
Postgraduate degrees
M.Ed. and Ph.D.
- Curriculum Development Programme
- Science Education Programme
Introduction
The Department of Science, Technology and Mathematics Education is one of the two pioneer departments in the College of Education of Osun State University. The Department was established at the inception of the University on September 21, 2007. The Department offers four-degree programme namely; B.Sc. (Ed.) Biology, B. Sc. (Ed.) Chemistry, B. Sc. (Ed.) Mathematics and B.Sc. (Ed.) Physics. The academic staff are supported by Technologists and Laboratory Assistants/ Attendants at the College of Science, Engineering and Technology since the Department utilizes laboratory resources and personnel at the College of Science, Engineering and Technology for the practical components of its courses. The laboratories are well equipped to cope with teaching of the students and for the use of academic staff for research purposes. The Department also has a Departmental Secretary and an Office Assistant.
Students are admitted into five and four years programmes based on the following criteria:
- UME: Five Year Programme
Five credit passes including English Language and Mathematics at the SSCE or equivalent are required for guidance and Counselling in addition to acceptable pass in University Post JAMB screening exercise and UME.
- Direct Entry: four year programme
The requirements for admission and graduation are as applicable to other education programmes.
B.Ed. Guidance and Counselling
Philosophy
The philosophy and objectives of the B.Ed. Guidance and Counselling Degree programmes include the acquisition of appropriate counselling skills, abilities and competences, such that the prospective trainee counsellor would better understand human behaviour and interrelationships.
Objectives
The specific objectives of the programme are to:
- Train Counselling Psychologists who are to acquire skills that can enhance the improvement and maintenance of human relationships in all spheres of human interaction, increase capability to cope with stresses and demands of everyday living.
- Provide quality programmes that will be second to none in Nigeria for meeting the prescribed guidelines and objectives of NPE’
- Contribute positively to the proper educational, vocational personal and social development of young Nigerians.
- Produce knowledgeable and professional competent counsellors for meeting the manpower requirements of our schools, community, agencies, social welfare.
- Produce graduates who are grounded in their ability to integrate theory and research into clinical practices.
- Complement the efforts of the few Universities that produce professional Guidance counsellors.
Career Opportunity in Guidance and Counselling:
- Guidance counsellors, career masters, and teachers of counselling.
- Marriage and family counsellors
- radio/television/online counsellors,
- HIV/AIDS counsellors,
- mental health counsellors
- self-employed
- Counsellor entrepreneurs
- School Counsellor
Introduction
The Department of Guidance and Counselling took off as a programme in the Department of Arts and Social Science Education, after resource verification, during 2014/2015 Academic Session. The programme started as a four-year Degree programme with options in Seven (7) teaching subjects: Economics, English, Political Science, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. The Department operate academic curricula that are tailored along the stipulations contained in the National Universities Commission (NUC) Benchmark Minimum Academic Standards.
Presently, the Department runs both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
- Undergraduate degree: B.Ed. (Guidance and Counselling)
- Postgraduate degrees M.Ed. and M.Phil. /Ph.D. degree in Guidance and Counselling
Candidates must have obtained, in not more than two sittings, Credit level passes in five or more subjects at G.C.E. O’ Level (WAEC, NECO, NBTE or equivalent) or at least merit in Teachers’ Grade II Certificate Examinations. The subjects passed at the credit level (or at least merit level in Teachers Grade II Certificate Examination) must include Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English Language, in addition to an acceptable level of performance in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The UTME subjects must include English Language, Physics, Biology and Chemistry.
Direct Entry
Candidates who satisfy the O’ Level or Teachers’ Grade II requirement mentioned in (a) above and in addition have the following qualifications may be given direct entry admission into 200 level. Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) or its equivalent in Environmental Education (single or double major) with an overall grade of at least a Merit. Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Environmental Education with a minimum overall grade of Lower Credit. Passes at A ‘Level of G.C.E. or equivalent in Mathematics plus at least one of the following subjects: Physics, Biology and Chemistry.
The Philosophy for Environmental Education
The Bachelor degree in Environmental Education shares the philosophy of the National Policy on Education geared towards self-realization, better human relationship, self and national economic efficiency, effective citizenship, national consciousness, national unity, social and political progress, scientific and technological progress and national reconstruction. The programme is philosophy therefore seeks to produce graduates who are worthy in character and learning, as well as being policy makers who are committed to ensuring sustainable management of the environment in Nigeria.
Objectives
The objectives of the programme are, among others, to:
- enables our students to develop the skills, knowledge and experience to make a difference in their World.
- enables our students to learn how personal and societal choices affect the earth's ecosystems and inhabitants.
- helps to inspire a love of nature, often through outdoor immersion programmes and adventure outings.
- is designed to shape the next generation of Environmentalists, Educators, consultants and environmental industry leaders.
- exposes our students to learning the contemporary problems of the environment (forestation, desertification, erosion control, oil spillage and pollution) as well as proffering solutions to these problems.
- will equip the trained and skilled human resources to solve present and emerging global environmental problems through monitoring, surveillance and management.
Programme specializations in the area of Environmental Education are:
- Environmental Education (Biology Option)
- Environmental Education (Chemistry Option)
- Environmental Education (Physics Option)
What Are Some Career Options in Environmental Education?
You could work as an:
- environmental educator for secondary and tertiary institutions,
- environmental conservation scientist
- disaster management experts
- environmental consultants; and
- park ranger and historical sites specialist.
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Introduction
The Department of Environmental Education of Osun State University came to being during the 2022/2023 academic session. The Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Education Programme seeks to produce graduates who are worthy in character and learning, as well as being policymakers who are committed to ensuring sustainable management of the environment in Nigeria.
Candidates are to possess School Certificate/GCE with passes at Credit Level or above in five subjects including English Language and Mathematics obtained in not more than two (2) sittings or ii) Teachers’ Grade II Certificate with passes at Credit or Merit Level in five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics. Since this is a professional programme at secondary school level, students will have major or minor teaching subjects and they must have credit pass in their teaching subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, and Government).
Direct Entry Candidate
Candidates to be eligible for Direct Entry Admission must possess NCE or equivalent in two relevant subjects at Credit or Merit level. In addition, must possess i) School Certificate/GCE, O’Level passes in at least five other subjects at credit level including English Language and Mathematics at not more than two sittings or ii) Teachers’ Grade II with Credit or Merit in five relevant subjects including English Language and Mathematics. Students must have credit pass in their teaching subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, and Government
B.Ed. Educational Technology
The Philosophy for Educational Technology
The philosophy of the B.Ed. Educational Technology is centered on the promotion of the study of Educational Technology and its cognate subjects as academic disciplines in an effort to satisfy the dire need for qualified teachers for the effective implementation of the National Policy on Education at the post-primary school level.
Objectives
The objectives of the Educational Technology programme at the University level are to produce highly qualified Teachers knowledgeable in both the processes of Educational Technology and capable of inculcating these in the students. Students should have the following competencies:
- Ability to demonstrate competence in instructional design, educational software development and multimedia authoring.
- Ability to select and integrate distance learning resources
iii. Ability to develop, select and integrate teaching and learning resources in the classroom.
- Skills in research abilities in different areas of instructional and learning technologies.
- Ability to conduct research related to optimal efficiency and effectiveness of instructional and learning technologies.
- Ability to provide a variety of community services through seminars, symposia, workshops
Career Opportunities in Educational Technology
- Technology Integration Specialist in primary, secondary and higher institution
- Instructional Designers
- Educational Technology Specialist
- Content Creators/Developer
- E-Learning Developers
- Educational Software Developer
- EdTech Consultant
- Educational Technology Researcher
- Online Learning Coordinator
- Instructional Technology
Introduction
The Department of Educational Technology took off as a programme in the Department of Science, Technology and Mathematics Education in the College of Education of Osun State University after resource verification, during 2020/2021 Academic Session. The programme started as a four-year Degree programme with options in Seven (7) teaching subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics, Economics, English, and Political Science.
