Assistant Social

CURRICULUM VITAE

ERNEST AMPOMAH ARKOH (PhD Student; M. Phil., M. Arts., B.Ed., Dip.)

Tel: +1 905- 736 - 3783

E-mail: *************@*****.*** / ********************@*****.***

PROFILE SUMMARY

Ernest Ampomah Arkoh, an instructor in Education (Curriculum Studies & Social Studies) and Geography Education (Environment and Development, Physical Geography, Geomorphology, Climate, Water Resource Management, Human Geography, Resource Management, and Transport Geography), has been trained in Curriculum and Teaching, Geography Education, and Social Studies Education. He possesses extensive qualifications and expertise in Curriculum Studies, Geography Education and Social Studies. He is currently a Ph.D. student in the Department of Geography and Regional Planning, University of Cape Coast, and a Graduate Assistant in the Department of Business and Social Sciences Education, where he assists lecturers in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. His PhD research is titled Geo-spatial Analysis of Classroom Environment and Academic Achievement of Senior High School Students in the Coastal Savanna Enclave. He obtained his Master of Philosophy Degree in Curriculum and Teaching (Social Studies) from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Education, University of Cape Coast, Ghana. His thesis was titled “Senior High School Students’ Knowledge and Understanding of Political Participation: A Study of Schools in the Cape Coast Metropolis.” He also holds a Master of Arts Degree in Geography and Regional Planning in the Faculty of Humanities and Legal Studies at the University of Cape Coast, where his long essay was titled “Road Crossing Behaviour among School Children in the Cape Coast Metropolis.” He obtained his first degree in Social Studies Education from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Education at the University of Cape Coast. His project topic: “Exploring Teachers and Students Practices of Citizenship Education in Senior High Schools in the Kumasi Metropolis.” Finally, he holds a Diploma in Human Resources Management from the Institute of Chartered Management (ICM) Bournemouth, England.

He has been a part-time education lecturer at the Community-University College, Takoradi, since 2015, teaching and supervising project work of students at the undergraduate level. He has been teaching courses in Physical Geography, Environment and Development, Thematic Geography of Ghana, Geomorphological Process, History of Ghana, History, and Management of Education, Ghana, and Foreign Relations and Culture and Diversity. He is also a Senior Tutor at the College of Distance; and Institute of Education all of University of Cape Coast, where he has taught many courses in Geography and Education since 2016. He supervises students on Teaching Practicum (On & Off-Campus). He has published articles, attended a number of conferences, and has several papers awaiting publication. He is an Assistant Examiner for Colleges of Education, Social Studies Examinations (Institute of Education, UCC) and Assistant Examiner for WAEC Social Studies Paper-II. He has attended many training workshops and seminars in Geography, Education, and Research.

RESEARCH INTERESTS

I am interested in researching the following areas: Development of Curriculum in Schools, Teaching Pedagogies, Teaching and Learning with Technology, Teaching and Learning Processes, Development Geography, Environment and Development, Environmental Management, Waste Management, Sanitation Systems, Water Resource Management, Transport Development, Climate Change and Health Behaviours, Livelihoods and Resource Management.

HONOURS AND AWARDS

Graduate Student Association of Ghana (GRASAG, UCC CHAPTER, 2019 / 2020 academic year). Award of Honor and Recognition for Outstanding Contributions as the Research Committee Chairman

Graduate Student Association of Ghana (GRASAG, UCC CHAPTER, 2015 / 2016 academic year). Award of Honor and Recognition for Outstanding Contributions as the Vetting Committee Chairman.

Education Student of Ghana UCC CHAPTER, Longest Service Award for being the Electoral Commissioner and Vetting Committee Chairman for the 2012 / 2013 and 2013/2014 academic years.

Outstanding Organizing & Publicity Committee Member, Excellence Awards, Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education, 2012 / 2013 academic year.

Handing Over Ceremony: Dedicated and Outstanding Student Leader (Vice President) Old Student Association, UPOSA UCC CHAPTER, 2011 / 2012 academic year.

CAREER OBJECTIVE

To secure a challenging position in a reputable organization to expand my learning, knowledge, and skills. Secure a responsible career opportunity to fully utilize my training and skills while making a significant contribution to the success of the organisation. I would like to aspire to be the best employee in any institution in Ghana, emphasizing evaluation, supervision, and behaviour modification. I would also like to be in a challenging work environment that seeks young talents who are ready to learn and utilize knowledge in diverse ways for the growth and development of the organisation.

BIODATA / FAMILY BACKGROUND

Name: Ernest Ampomah Arkoh

Parents: Father (Mr. Joseph Kingsford Arkoh) Supervisor, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Teaching, and Research Farms, UCC.

Mother: (Cecilia Ama Essoun), Seamstress and Trader

Siblings (four; 4): Justice Nana Yaw Arkoh, Ebenezer Darkwah Arkoh, Grace Aba Arkoh Mensah and Peter Godson Andoh Junior.

Nationality: Ghanaian

Date of Birth: 16th November 1990

Age: 30 years

Marital Status: Married (Mrs. Charlotte Obiri Arkoh)

Other Details

Birth Certificate Holder Number: 1709

Ghanaian Passport Holder: G1685914

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

I.Institutions / Universities Attended:

University of Cape Coast, Ghana. Faculty of Humanities and Legal Studies. Department of Geography & Regional Planning

2019 – Till Date

University of Cape Coast, Ghana. Faculty of Humanities and Legal Studies. Department of Geography & Regional Planning

2017-2018

University of Cape Coast, Ghana. Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Education. Department of Business & Social Sciences Education

2014- 2016

University of Cape Coast, Ghana. Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Education. Department of Business & Social Sciences Education

2009-2013

The Institute of Commercial Management (ICM). Human Resource Management Department. Bournemouth, England

2011 - 2012

II.Qualifications

Ph.D., Geography and Regional Planning

2019 –

Master of Arts, Geography and Regional Planning

2017-2018

Master of Philosophy, Curriculum, and Teaching

2014- 2016

Bachelor of Education, Social Studies (Geography Major)

2009-2013

Diploma, Human Resource Management

2011-2012

Other Educational Background

University Practice Senior High School, Cape Coast, Ghana

2005 - 2008

WASSCE

University of Cape Cost Junior High School, Cape Coast, Ghana

2003 -2005

BECE

AREAS OF SPECIALISATION / EXPERTISE

Geography Education

Curriculum Studies (Curriculum Development)

Social Studies Education

Teaching and Learning Processes

Citizenship Education

Pedagogy and Education

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Arkoh, E. A. Geo-spatial Analysis of Classroom Environment and Academic Achievements of Senior High School Students in the Coastal Savanna Enclave. PhD thesis (On – going).

Arkoh, E. A., Setorwofia, A. E., & Otoo, J. E. N. (2018). Road crossing behaviour among school children in the Cape Coast Metropolis. Unpublished Master of Arts thesis. Department of Geography and Regional Planning. Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Education. University of Cape Coast, Ghana.

Arkoh, E. A. (2016). Senior high school students’ knowledge and understanding of political participation. A study of schools in the Cape Coast Metropolis. Unpublished Master of Philosophy thesis. Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Education. The University of Cape Coast. Cape Coast, Ghana.

Arkoh, E. A., Yalley, C. E., Dunfeh, F. & Bonsu, A. N. (2013). Teachers and students practice of citizenship education in SHS in Kumasi Metropolis. Unpublished undergraduate project work. Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Education. The University of Cape Coast. Cape Coast, Ghana.

ACADEMIC PUBLICATIONS

Setorwofia, A. E., Otoo, J. E. N., Arkoh, E. A., Adjakloe, Y. A., & Ojo, T. K. (2020). Self- reported pedestrian knowledge of safety by school children in Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana. Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, Urban, Planning, and Transport Research 8(1), 158 – 170.

Abelanyo, F., Arkoh, E. A., & Appiah, J., 1. (2019). Conflicting views among supervisors on student-teachers during off-campus teaching practice supervision at the university of cape coast. The International Journal of Humanities and Social Studies, 7(7), 210 -223.

Zar, M. D., Arkoh, E. A., & Appiah, J., I. (2019). The fidelity approach to the teaching of core English language in Bompeh senior high school – a case study. The International Journal of Humanities and Social Studies, 7(8), 230 -241.

Arkoh, E. A., & Amissah, C. E. (2019). Adult motivation towards the pursuance of distance education in Selected Universities in Ghana. The International Journal of Humanities and Social Studies, 7(8), 286 -304.

PERSONAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proven leadership skills and knowledge to motivate

Computer literate and excellent interpersonal skills

Work Well Under Pressure

Ability to cope with multifaceted activities

Team player and a fast learner

Good interpersonal relation

Dynamic and Flexible to Change

Commitment to accuracy in all things

WORK EXPERIENCE

I.TEACHING / ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH

2018 to Present

Graduate Assistant, DOSSE, UCC.

2016 to Present

Assistant Examiner, WAEC, Social Studies Paper-II

2016 to Present

Senior Tutor, College of Distance Education, University of Cape Coast

2015 to Present

Part-Time Lecturer, Community-University College, Takoradi

2015 to Present

Supervisor, Teaching Practicum, UCC

2014 to Present

Assistant Examiner, Institute of Education, UCC

2014 to 2016

Senator, GRASAG UCC, General Assemble

2014 to Present

Centre Leader (Leader of Assistant Examiners) (NEC / Sandwich Lecture Theatre), Examination Unit, UCC

2013 to 2014

Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Education, Department of Business & Social Sciences Education, UCC.

August to December 2013

Mentee Teacher (Field Practice: Teaching Practice), Abura Dunkwa Senior High School, Abura Asebu Kwamankese District

II.EXTENSION SERVICES

2020 to Present

Regional Trainer, Population & Housing Census.

2020 to Present

District Portfolio Assessor, National Teaching Council (NTC)

2019 to Present

Research Committee Chairman, GRASAG, UCC

2016 to Present

Presbyter (Deacon, Elder), The Church of Pentecost International (COP, International)

2016 to Present

Hostel Manager, Grace of God Hostel, UCC

2014 to 2015

Vetting Committee Chairman, GRASAG, UCC

2012/2013 - 2013/2014

Vetting Committee Chairman/ Electoral Committee Chairman, ESAG, UCC

2013 to Present

Member, Bible Studies & Home Cell Committee; Leader, Information and Secretariat Desk & Sundays School Teacher, The Church of Pentecost, Apewosika Assembly.

2012 to 2013

Member, Publicity & Organizing Committee, Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education, UCC (DOBSSE)

September to December 2013.

Team Leader, Staff Satisfactory Survey: Abura Dunkwa Senior High School, Abura Asebu Kwamankese

2011 to 2012

Vice - President, University Practice Senior High School (UPOSA, UCC)

2009 to 2013

Evangelism Committee Member (Media Evangelism), PENSA, UCC

2008 to 2013

Care Taker, Web Supermarket, Cape Coast

2006 to 2007

Executive Member, Pentecost Student and Associates (Pensa) University Practice Senior High School

2006 to 2007

Dining Hall Prefect, University Practice Senior High School, Cape Coast.

SELECTED SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS/CONFERENCES

Year

Organizers

Programme

Role

2019

GRASAG, UCC

Graduate Research: Harnessing the methods for quality research work

Moderator

2018

GRASAG, UCC

Conscientising Post- Graduate Students on Critical Issues in Research

Participant

2018

GRASAG, UCC

Analytical Tools in Quantitative Research: Ethical Issues in Research

Participant

2016

CERED / GRASAG

Analytical Tools in Quantitative Research

Participant

2015

CERED / GRASAG

Analytical Tools in Quantitative Research

Participant

2014

DASSE, UCC

Excellence Awards Conference: Managing your intellectual abilities

Participant

2014

Glory Days Campaign

Running to Win: Strategizing for Success in Life and Ministry

Participant

2013

DASSE: UCC

Excellence Awards Conference: Building yourself today for corporate world tomorrow

Participant

2013

GLOBAL STRATEGIC RESOURCES

Strategic and Entrepreneurial Conference

Participant

2013

CCCC

Introduction to Computing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Internet Orientation & Statistical Product for Service Solution

Participant

2012

INTELLECTUALS

Intellectual Conference: Maximizing Your Innovative Capabilities

Participant

2012

SPRINGBOARD

Promoting Excellence through Innovation & Technology

Participant

2009

BUSINESS TEAM

Business Conference

Participant

OTHER SELECTED SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS/CONFERENCES

2018

COP, CAPE COAST

Lay Leadership Conference

Participant

2017

COP, CAPE COAST

Lay Leadership Conference

Participant

2016

COP, CAPE COAST

Lay Leadership Conference

Participant

2015

COP, CAPE COAST

Lay Leadership Conference

Participant

2014

COP, CAPE COAST

Lay Leadership

Participant

2014

PENSA GHANA

Ablaze Conference: Fanning into Flames Your Deposits

Participant

2010

PENSA GHANA

Spirit Conference: Life in Him; Life in Christ through the Spirit

Participant

2009

PENSA GHANA

Glorious Conference: Manifest His Glory

Participant

COURSES TAUGHT (COMMUNITY UNIVERSITY COLLEGE)

Physical Geography

Thematic Geography

Environment & Development

Geomorphological Processes

History of Ghana

Ghana and Foreign Relations

Culture and Diversity

History and Management of Education

COURSES TAUGHT (COLLEGE OF DISTANCE EDUCATION, CODE, UCC)

Man – Land Tradition

Environmental Studies

Our Environment (Geography)

An introduction to Curriculum Studies

General Principles of Education

Methods of Teaching Social Studies

Development of Social Studies

Introduction to Social Studies

Issues in Social Studies Education at the SHS

Man and His Environment

Curriculum Studies in Geography & Social Studies

Physical & Social Relations in Social Studies

COURSE TAUGHT (INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION, SANDWICH PROGRAMME)

Cartography & Surveying

HOBBIES

I enjoy sharing ideas, reading articles, playing computer games, singing, interacting with people, watching movies, as well as either watching football, or playing football, and searching the internet for information.

I am proficient in online research and the use of Microsoft Office package, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. I have experience in the use of Statistical Product for Service Solution (SPSS). I also have a high level of keyboard proficiency and some data entry and analyzing skills.

REFEREES

Prof. Kankam Boadu Prof. Barima Antwi (PhD)

Professor DOSSE Associate Professor & Dean

University of Cape Coast University of Cape Coast

Mobile: +233-********* Department of Geography & Planning

Email: ***********@*****.*** Mobile: +233-*********

Email: ******@***.***.**

Dr. Isaac Atta Kwenin Josephine Jehu -Appiah

Lecturer, DOBSSE Assistant Registrar

University of Cape Coast University of Cape Coast

Mobile +233-********* Teaching and Examinations Section

Email: *************@*****.**.**. Mobile: +233-*********

Email: *********.****-******@***.***.**

Augustus Daniel Arkoh

Regional Residence Senior Tutor

University of Cape Coast

College of Distance Education

Mobile +233-*********

Email: *******@***.***.**

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