Computer Science High School

AKINRINOLA FATIMAH YETUNDE

FORMERLY TIJANI FATIMAH YETUNDE

Address: Department of Computer Science Education, Lagos State University of Education, Nigeria ·

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced University Lecturer with a 12-year background in Computer Science Education, dedicated to fostering student intellectual growth to become future computer science educator. Committed to continuous professional growth, resourceful, self-motivated, and adept at employing innovative teaching strategies for student success. With strong communication abilities, academic proficiency, and a deep passion for teaching, I bring significant value to any educational institution.

EXPERIENCE

JULY 2022 – TILL DATE

LECTURING, lagos state university f education (lasued), lagos nigeria (lecturer i)

Current Ag. HOD, and coordinates the administration of Computer Science Education department.

Teaches courses in computer science.

Supervises and marks students' continuous assessments and exams.

Conducts research in computer science education.

MARCH 2002-JULY 2024

LECTURING, michael otedola college of primary education (mocPed), lagos nigeria (Assistant lecturer – lecturer i)

Lectures and marks students' tests and exams in computer science.

Supervises students during Teaching practice and industrial training exercises.

Conducts research through collaboration in computer science education.

Serves as course advisor to students at different levels

Student advisor for Computer Science associations.

EDUCATION

APRIL 2019

PHD, Computer-Integrated Education, UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA

JUNE 2009

Masters in Computer Science Education, LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY, LAGOS, NIGERIA

SEPTEMBER 2007

Bachelors in Computer Science Education, UNIVERSITY OF ADO-EKITI, EKITI STATE, NIGERIA

MAY 2001

Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) in Computer Science and Mathematics, LAGOS STATE COLLEGE OF PRIMARY EDUCATION

JUNE 2005

Senior School Certificate in Education, MAGBON SEGUN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL, IBEJU-LEKKI, LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA

JUNE 1997

Senior School Certificate in Education, EPE GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL, EPE, LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA

JULY 1991

First School Leaving Certificate, LUYEPO PRIMARY SCHOOL, EPE LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA

SKILLS

Teaching

Research

Curriculum Development

Analytical skills

Innovative and willing to learn new ideas

Teaching modules in Computer Science

Digital skills with Google Workspace

Ability to integrate ICT into teaching

Ability to Use LMS

Python, Scratch, Java. C++, Visual Basic.Net programming

Data analytics

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Ability to work independently

LEADERSHIP/ADMINSTRATIVE HISTORY

i.Ag. HOD, Department of Computer Science Education, Lagos State University of Education, August 1 2023 to date.

ii.Coordinator, Department of Computer Science Education, Lagos State University of Education, September 13 2022 to date.

iii.Head, Department of Science and Technology Education (University of Ibadan, MOCPED Affiliate), January 2023

iv.Board member, Directorate of University of Ibadan, (MOCPED Affiliate) March 9 2022

v.Member, Student Welfare Committee, University of Ibadan, (MOCPED Affiliate) March 9 2022

vi.Member, Student’s disciplinary committee, University of Ibadan, (MOCPED Affiliate) March 9 2022

vii.Member, Students Result Committee, University of Ibadan, (MOCPED Affiliate) March 9 2022

viii.Member, Examination Committee, University of Ibadan, (MOCPED Affiliate) March 9 2022

ix.Member, Professional Practice Committee, University of Ibadan, (MOCPED Affiliate) March 9 2022

x.Chairman, Computer Science Publication Committee, Michael Otedola College of primary Education, 2022

xi.Supervisor, Teaching practice (University of Ibadan, MOCPED Affiliate), 2021 to date

xii.Supervisor, Teaching practice (Directorate of Postgraduate Degree in Education), 2021 to date

xiii.Staff Adviser, Nigeria Association of Computing students (NACOS), 2021-2022

xiv.Course advisor to 2nd year students, Michael Otedola College of primary Education, 2021-2022

xv.Course advisor to 2nd year students, Michael Otedola College of primary Education, 2019-2020

xvi.Course advisor to 2nd year students, Michael Otedola College of primary Education, 2013-2014

xvii.Librarian, Computer Science department, Michael Otedola College of Primary Education (MOCPED) 2013-2014

xviii.Assistant secretary, Computer Science department, MOCPED. 2012-2013

xix.Member, Result Computation Certification Committee, MOCPED, 2013

xx.Supervisor, Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES), 2011 to date

xxi.Representative, School of Science teaching practice committee, MOCPED. 2021 to 2022

xxii.Supervisor, Teaching practice, Michael Otedola College of primary Education, 2011 to date

COMMUNITY SERVICE

1.Senate Member, Lagos State University of Education, 2022 till date

2. Member, COITED Budget planning and quality assurance 2023

3.Member, COITED College Appointment and Promotion Committee, 2023

4.Member, COITED College Board of Studies, 2023

5.Member, Seminar and Publication Committee, Department of Computer Science

Education, 2022/2023

6.Board member, Directorate of University of Ibadan (UI), (MOCPED Affiliate)

March 9 2022

7.Member, Student Welfare Committee, UI, (MOCPED Affiliate) March 9 2022

8.Member, Student’s disciplinary committee, UI, (MOCPED Affiliate) March 9 2022

9.Member, Students Result Committee, UI, (MOCPED Affiliate) March 9 2022

10.Member, Examination Committee, UI, (MOCPED Affiliate) March 9 2022

11.Member, Professional Practice Committee, UI, (MOCPED Affiliate) March 9 2022

12.Member, Examination Committee, UI, (MOCPED Affiliate) 2022

13.Chairman, Computer Science Publication Committee, Michael Otedola College of

Primary Education, 2022

ACADEMIC AWARDS WITH DATE

i.Award of Honour presented by MOCPED NACOS Students 2022

ii.TETFUND intervention sponsorship for PhD degree programme

iii.Best PhD Abstract, Postgraduate Research Indaba, at Faculty of Education, University of Pretoria, South Africa (On shield).

iv.Best Student in the School of Science, Year 2000 at Lagos State College of Primary Education, Lagos State, Nigeria. (In Plaque).

MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL BODIES

Member, Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Membership No: 9401718

Member, Computer Educators Association of Nigeria (CEAN)

Member, Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) Membership No: 14258

Member, Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA)

Member, Teacher’s Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) Reg. No. LA/R/17789

Member, International Society for Development & Sustainability

Member, International Management Research and Technology Consortium USA

CHAPTERS IN BOOK

Adegoke. O; Akinrinola, F.Y and Ogegbo, A (2023) F.Y. ICT Integration in STEM

education in Rwanda: In Ramnarain, U and Ndlovu, M. Information and communications Technology in STEM Education: An African Perspective. Published online by Taylor and Francis. https://doi.org/10.4324/978********** Imprint: Routledge

Tijani, F.Y and Ogebo. A (2021). A systematic literature review on Translanguaging as a resource in multilingual science classrooms. In omidire. FM. Using multilingual languages for learning, evidence-based strategies for teachers. Juta and company. South Africa

PUBLICATIONS

i.Adeleke, I.A and Akinrinola, F.Y (2024). Cybercrime impact on STEM students’ Educational Trajectories: Family Accounts as vulnerable targets. Journal of Science Teachers Association, JSTAN. Vol 1, issue. https://stanlagos.org/categories/volume%201,%201Issue%201,%202024

ii.Ogegbo, A. A., & Tijani, F. (2022). Managing the shift to online: lecturers’ strategies during and beyond lockdown. Educational Research, 1-16. Published online by Taylor and Francis. https://doi.org/10.1080/00131881.2022.2154687

iii.Ogegbo, A.A; Akinrinola, F.Y; Adegoke, O; Ifekoya, K; Namusoke, J (2022). Assessment of female university students’ digital competence for Higher Education in Africa: Potential implication. International Journal of Higher Education. Vol 11, No 1-98. Published online by Sciedu Press https://doi.org/10.5430/ijhe.v11n3p98

iv.Abimbola, O.G: Adeyemi, T.S: Kehinde, E.O; Gbadebo, A.D; Dawodu, O.A: and Akinrinola, F.Y (2022). Information and communication technology on the concepts and evaluation of poverty alleviation and youth employment In Akeusola, M.K; Olagunju, Areelu, F; Osipeju, B; Oke, J; Gbadamosi, L; Delphonso, B.T; Elusakin, K.T; Ayanlaja, A.O; Dawodu, O.A. In Science, Human Kinetics, health and General Education.: A Book of Reading in honour of Ibraheem, T.L

v.Akinrinola, F.Y; Ogegbo A.; Emmanuel, A, A; Adewusi, A.G (2020). Competency-Based Education in Africa: Exploring Teachers’ perceptions, understanding, and practices. Journal of Teacher Education through flexible Distance Learning. VOL 24. N0 2.https://doi.org/10.35293/tetfle.v2i1.85

vi.Tijani, F., Callaghan R., and de Villiers, R (2020). An Investigation into Pre-service Teachers’ Experiences while transitioning from Scratch Programming to Procedural Programming. African Journal of Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education. Vol 2, No. 22. https://doi.org/10.1080/18117295.2020.1820798.

vii.Adeyemi, T.S; Kehinde, E.O; Abimbola, O.G; and Tijani, F.Y (2017). The role of information and communication technology (ICT) in attaining sustainable development through entrepreneurship skill in Basic Science Education. National Journal of Sciences and Education Studies (NJSES). Vol. 8, No 7. (November, 2017) ISSN 1118-745X.

viii.Dawodu, O.A; Iposu, N.O; and Tijani, F.Y (2017). Use of computer technology in promoting entrepreneurship among Nigerian youths for sustainable development. National Journal of Sciences and Education Studies (NJSES). Vol. 8, No 7.

ix.Tijani, F.Y., Abimbola, O.G., Namusoke, J., Adeyemi, T.S., Egbekunle, E. A., & Kehinde, E.O (2016). Comparative study of students’ approaches and strategies to learning: Implications for Counselling. European Scientific Journal. Vol.12

x.Tijani, F.Y., Egbowon, S.A., and Aiyegbusi, A.E (2012): Effectiveness of Web-Based Software in Achieving Virtual Learning Practices in Lagos State. Journal of Educational Media and Technology (JEMT). Vol. 16, No. 2.

xi.Emmanuel, A. A and Tijani, F.Y (2016). Assessment of employed women participation and their nature of study on open and distance learning programme. International Journal of Innovation and Research in Educational Sciences. Vol. 3 No 2

xii.Tijani, F.Y., Williams-Oladapo, O. O., and Emmanuel, A.A (2015): Assessing the impact of Open and Distance Learning (ODL) in Enhancing the Status of Women in Lagos State, Nigeria. Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences. Volume 174, 12

xiii.Tijani, F.Y and Emmanuel, A.A (2012): Assessing the Impact of Play and Technology on Children’s Development in Lagos State. IRCAB Journal of Social and Management Sciences. Vol. 2, No. 1.

xiv.Tijani, F.Y and Emmanuel, A.A (2012): Effect of ICT-based Inquiry Approach on the Learning outcome of Pupils in Home-Economics. The Beagle. An International Journal of Educational Practice. Vol. 6, No. 1

xv.Tijani, F.Y and Aiyegbusi, A.E (2010): The Relative Effectiveness of Web-based and Conventional Instruction on Student’s Performance. International Review of Arts and Social Sciences. Vol. 1.

xvi.Tijani, F.Y and Aiyegbusi, A.E (2010): The Relative Effectiveness of Computer-Assisted Learning and Conventional Instruction on Students’ Performance in Physics. International Journal of Computer Science. Vol. 2. No. 1.

xvii.Tijani, F.Y., Adeyemi, T.S and Oladipupo, O.F (2010): Teacher Preparation for Integration and Application of ICT for Delivery of Instruction. MOCPED International Journal of Educational Studies. Vol. 2, No.1 and 2. July 2010.

xviii.Tijani, F.Y and Aiyegbusi, A.E (2005): The effect of Computer Assisted Instruction (CAI) on the Mathematics Achievement of Low Ability Students. MOCPED Journal of Primary Science. Vol. 4, No 1 December 2005.

CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS

Campbell, O.O; Adeyemo-Adelakun, O; Akinrinola, F.Y; Akih, C.P; Tskukudu, E; and

Becker, B.A (2023). The impacts of a constructionist Scratch Programming Pedagogy on Student Achievement with a focus on gender. Proceedings of the international conference on Association for Computing Machinery Computer Education (ACM CompEd), December 2023 Hyderabad, India. https://doi.org/10.1145/3576882.3617911

Tijani, F., Callaghan, R. & deVilliers, R. (2017). Exploring College students’ program comprehension skills from visual to procedural programming. In P. Resta& S. Smith (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference (pp. 83-88). Austin, TX, United States: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE).

Delphonso, B.O and Oludipe, A.O., and Tijani, F.Y., (2014): The Effect of Constructivist ICT-Mediated Instruction and Programmed Instruction on Children’s Learning Outcomes in Science. Proceedings of the International Academic Forum.

CONFERENCES ATTENDED (IN THE LAST THREE YEARS)

i.Akinrinola, F.Y; Josiah O, Iposu, N; Tola, O (2024). Generative Artificial Intelligence in African Higher Education: A systematic Review. Organised by College of Information and Technology Education, Lagos State University of Education, Nigeria.

ii.Akinrinola, F.Y and Iposu, N.O (2023). 2nd Association for Computing Machinery Global Computing Education Conference organised by ACM. The impacts of a constructionist Scratch Programming Pedagogy on Student Achievement with a focus on gender. Held at IIIT Hyderabad, India between 5 and 9 December 2023.

iii.Ogegbo, A.A; Akinrinola, F.Y (2021). Managing Teaching, Learning and Research activities in Nigerian Colleges of Education during Covid-19: Issues and challenges for lecturers’ perception. Conference of the Peak Performances: Covid-19 and the transformation of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education. Critical Reflections on Experiences of Teaching and Learning in the face of the Pandemic: Responses, Complexities, and the implications of Covid-19 on higher Education organised by University of Johannesburg between 28 and 30 April.

iv.Ogegbo, A.A; Akinrinola, F.Y; Adegoke, O; Ifekoya, K; Namusoke, J (2021). Assessment of female university students’ digital competence: Potential implications for higher education in Africa. World Education Research Association (WERA) 2021 Virtual Focal meeting. Networking Education: Diversse Realities, Common Horizons. Held at Santiago de Compostella Galacia Spain between July 7-9 2021 .

OTHER ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE CURRENT EMPLOYMENT

i.Reviewer, Teacher Education through Flexible learning in Africa (TETFLE) 2022

ii.Reviewer, Springer Nature Social Sciences, 2021-date

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