M.Ed. Science Education

Department of Science Education

Master of Education in Science Education

List of Academic Staff

Name	Status and Qualification	Research Interests
Khadijat S. Ameen	Senior Lecturer & Ag Head of Department B.Sc. (Ed.), M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Mathematics Education
Medinat F. Salman	Professor B.Ed. (ABU, Zaria); M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Mathematics Education
G. Bello	Professor B.Sc. (Ed.), M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Science Education (Biology)
A. O. Akanbi	Reader B.Sc. (Ed.), M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Science Education (Physics)
Mulkah. A. Ahmed	Senior Lecturer B.Sc. (Ed.) (ABU, Zaria); M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Science Education (Biology)
O. S. Oyelekan	Senior Lecturer B.Ed. (Ibadan); M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Science Education (Chemistry)
K. O. Afolabi	Senior Lecturer B.Sc. (Ed), M.Sc., Ph.D. UNN, (Nsukka)	Science Education (Agricultural Science)
M. A. Akanmu	Senior Lecturer B.Sc. (Ed.), M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Mathematics Education
J. E Upahi	Lecturer I B.Sc. (Ed.), M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Science Education (Chemistry)
R. E Mohammed	Lecturer I B.Sc. (Ed.), M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Science Education (Physics)
S.B Jimoh	Lecturer I B.Agric.(ABU.) ; M.Sc. (Ilorin) ;PGDE, (UNAD)	Science Education (Agricultural Science)
Hafsat I. Alabi	Lecturer I B.Sc. (Ed.), M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Science Education (Biology)
Saidat M. Adeniji	Lecturer I B.Sc (Ed.), M.Ed. (Ilorin)	Mathematics Education
Florence O. Abidoye	Lecturer I B.Sc., M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Science Education (Biology)
Rihanat Aduke Ahmed	Lecturer I B.Ed. (ABU, Zaria); PGDE, (EKSU); M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Science Education (Biology)
Bashirat Titilope Imam	Lecturer I B.Sc. (Ed.), M.Ed., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Science Education (Chemistry)
S.B Shuaib	Lecturer I B.Agric. (.Ilorin) ; PGDE, (Sokoto) ; M.Sc. (Ilorin)	Science Education (Agricultural Science)
E.O. Adesanya	Lecturer I B.Sc.(Ed), M.Ed (Nsukka)	Science Education (Agricultural Science)
*K. Rauf	Professor B.Sc. (Ilorin); M.Sc., PGDC (OAU, Ife); M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Functional Analysis, Complex Analysis and Inequalities

*M. O. Ibrahim	Professor B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Mathematics Department
*T. O. Opoola	Professor M.Sc. (Karkov); Ph.D (Ilorin)	Complex Analysis and Functional Analysis
*M. S. Dada	Professor B.Sc. (Ed), M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Fluid Mechanics, Analytical Dynamics
*A.O.Olawepo	B.Sc. (Ibadan); M.Sc., Ph.D (Ilorin)	Ionospheric Physics and Radio Propagation
*P. O. Fatoba	Professor B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ife)	Plant Biology Department
*A. T. Ande	Professor B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Zoology Department
*O. T. Mustapha	Professor B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin); MBA (BUK)	Plant Biology Department
K.J. Oyewumi	Professor B.Sc., M.Sc. (Ilorin) ; Cert. Theoretical Physics (Aristotle, Greece); Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Theoretical Physics & Methods of Mathematical Physics
*O.A. Oladipo	Professor B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Ionospheric Physics and Radio Propagation
*M. K. Mustapha	Raeder B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Zoology Department
*O. S. Oguntoye	B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Bioorganic Chemistry /Synthesis and Natural Product Chemistry
*Modinah A. O. Abdul-Raheem	B.Sc., PGDE, M.Sc., (Ibadan); Ph.D. (Ilorin)	Environmental/Physical Chemistry
*J.A.Obaleye	B.Sc., (Tenneesee) Ph.D.( Texas)	Inorganic Chemistry/Metal -Drugs Complexes ,Syntheses, Characterisation, Catalytic and Antimicrobial Studies

*Lecturers from other departments

B. Introduction

The programme is scientific literacy for all. The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in the Department of Science Education is appropriate for Basic and Secondary School science teachers seeking strong backgrounds in different mathematics and science fields including curriculum with a specialization concentration in one field. Selecting this option is also appropriate for teaching in relevant higher educational institutions, which produce mathematics and science teachers. Candidates who select the option of Master of Education in Curriculum Development are appropriate for teaching in a School or Faculty of Education of higher educational institutions or working in Ministries, Departments or Agencies of Education.

C. Philosophy

The philosophy of the programme is to provide for individuals the advanced education and research skills in the teaching and learning of science and mathematics. It is hinged on an interdisciplinary (e.g. cognitive science and philosophy) programme, which strikes a balance between theoretical and practical aspects of science and mathematics teaching and learning, and science/mathematics curriculum development. It is also designed to facilitate critical and analytical thinking through indepth theoretical coursework as well as classroom based researches in the fields of science and mathematics education and curriculum development.

D. Aim and Objectives

The aim of the programmes aims at offering advanced knowledge, skills and thorough training in curriculum instruction and research to Bachelor degree holders in their various specializations.

Objectives:

understanding and demonstrating the ability to discuss issues and phenomena surrounding the education of young people and adults in curriculum development, mathematics and science education, based on an understanding of the national and global environment of the education system;
deepening their knowledge in appropriate teaching subjects;
acquiring knowledge and develop skills and attitudes necessary for problem solving through critical, innovative and creative thinking in diverse fields of study; creating new knowledge about authentic school-based contexts; possessing the capacity to help others develop their research knowledge, skills and attitudes in their areas of specialization;producing educators who are knowledgeable in and committed to the implementation of the National Policy on Education; and
producing educators with entrepreneurial skills in educational enterprises to enable them to be self-reliant and demonstrate high leadership qualities.

E. Admission Requirements

The candidates are required to obtain the following:

―O‖ Level Credits or equivalent in five subjects including Mathematics and English Language.
First Degree honours in Education with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division).
First Degree honours in other disciplines with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) plus Postgraduate Diploma in Education from a recognized university obtained at Credit Level.
Qualifying examination for all except candidates with Second Class Upper and First Class from University of Ilorin.

F. Duration of the Programme

The Full-time programme shall run for a minimum of 18 calendar months and a maximum of 24 calendar months.
Sandwich programme shall run for a minimum of 24 calendar months and a maximum of 36 calendar months.
For extension beyond the maximum period, a special permission of the University Senate shall be required.

G. Detailed Course Description

M.Ed. Courses in Curriculum Development

CDE 801 Curriculum and National Development 2 Credits

Role of curriculum in national development. Government participation in curriculum development. Curriculum implementation in view of the national philosophies and aspirations. Curriculum for contemporary period. 30h (T); C

CDE 802 Curriculum Design 2 Credits

Processes of curriculum design. Approaches and principles of curriculum design. Practical design of a given curriculum and trial testing of the curriculum designed. 30h (T); E

CDE 803 Curriculum Models 2 Credits

Meaning of curriculum models. Discussion and analysis of existing models. Objective/means-ends designs. Broad-field/integration models. Process models. Use of curriculum models to design school curricula. 30h (T); E

CDE 804 Evolutionary Trends in Curriculum 2 Credits

Concept of curriculum during the pro-progressive era. Curriculum of the progressive movement. Modern concepts of curriculum. School curriculum in contemporary world of science and technology. 30h (T); E

CDE 805 Curriculum Evaluation 2 Credits

Models of curriculum evaluation: precursive, formative and summative. Evaluation in curriculum development. Techniques of curriculum evaluation. Problems and prospects of curriculum evaluation in a contemporary world. Case study of curriculum evaluation. Models of curriculum evaluation. 30h (T); C

CDE 806 Curriculum Innovation 2 Credits

Change. Change models and the curriculum. Determinants of curriculum strategies for affecting curriculum innovation. Contemporary curriculum reforms, constraints to curriculum innovations. 30h (T); C

CDE 807 Principles of Curriculum Selection 2 Credits

Selection of curriculum content. Criteria for selection. Organisation and sequencing of learning experiences. Factors influencing the selection of appropriate learning experiences. 30h (T); E

CDE 808 Psychological Theories in Curriculum Development 2 Credits

Relevance of psychological theories to curriculum development: bloom‘s taxonomy and curriculum, Piaget, Ausubel, impact on modern curriculum thoughts and sequencing. 30h (T); E

CDE 809 Graduate Seminar in Curriculum Development 2 Credits

Literature review of relevant research studies in curriculum theory. Analysis and development of research interest in curriculum theory. Prospects, problems and limitations of curriculum theory. Students‘ presentation of relevant seminar papers. 90h (P); C

CDE 810 Comparative Curriculum 2 Credits

Curriculum offerings and controls in different systems: centralised and decentralised systems in developing countries, in communist and capitalist countries and in different epochs, socio-historic determinants and philosophies of curriculum. 30h (T); E

CDE 811 Principle of Curriculum Development 2 Credits

Principles and strategies of curriculum development. Approaches to curriculum and their relation to educational, and social objectives. Examination of curriculum models. Stages of curriculum development. Processes of curriculum evaluation. 30h (T); C

CDE 812 Philosophy and Sociology in Curriculum Theory 2 Credits

Impact of the ideologies of Plato, Aristotle and other early famous educators on curriculum theory. Epistemology and curriculum theory. Power, ideology and control in curriculum theory. Cultural reproduction and contestation. 30h (T); E

CDE 839 Dissertation 6 Credits

Selection and completion of a dissertation in curriculum development under the guidance of a supervisor and the presentation of the dissertation report. 270h (P); C

EDT 804 Production of Learning and Instructional Materials 2 Credits

Basic theories of instructional communication and their relationship to learning and instruction. Production of assigned instructional materials using photographic, graphics, audio, story boarding and script writing. Production skills. Students to assist in university media production assignments. 15h (T); 45h (P); C

RME 801 Research Methods in Education 3 Credits

Interpreting science education researches. Research designs. Advantages and disadvantages. Formulating a research problem. Collecting data. Case studies. Action research and statistical techniques. 45h (T); C

RME 803 Statistical Methods in Educational Research 2 Credits

Review of basic statistical concepts: descriptive, parametric, inferential and non- inferential statistics. T-statistics: ANOVA, ANCOVA, regression analysis, chi- square and statistical techniques for post-hoc analysis. Application of computer in statistical analysis, meaning and results of statistical analysis. 30h; (T); C

RME 805 Educational Measurement and Test Construction 3 Credits

Measurement: scale and scaling models. Theory of measurement error. Test construction procedures: item writing, analysis and assembly in achievement. Aptitude and non-cognitive test reliability and validity of test, practical work in test construction. 45h (T); E

M.Ed Courses in Mathematics

EDT 804 Production of Instructional Materials 2 Credits

Basic theories of instructional communication. Relationship to learning and instruction. Production of assigned instructional materials using photographic, graphic, audio, story boarding and script writing. Production skills. Students to assist in university media production assignments. 15h (T); 45h (P); C

RME 801 Research Methods in Education 3 Credits

RME 803 Statistical Methods in Educational Research 2 Credits

RME 805 Educational Measurement and Test Construction 3 Credits

MED 803 Curriculum Development in Mathematics Education 3 Credits

Views on curriculum and their implications for mathematics curriculum development in Nigeria. Practical experiences in the development of mathematics curriculum for selected level of education. 30h (T); 45h (P); C

MED 804 Materials and Resources for Teaching School Mathematics 2 Credits

Examinations of materials and resources essential for mathematics teaching at different levels of education. Role of manipulative equipment in the teaching and learning of school mathematics, resources, personnel in mathematics teaching. 15h (T); 45h (P); C

MED 805 Graduate Seminar 2 Credits

Study and discussion of selected topics. Preparation and presentation of individual/group report in the area of specialisation/teaching subject education. 90h (P); C

MED 806 History and Nature of Mathematics 2 Credits

Survey of historical development of mathematics. Nature and structure of mathematics, interface of mathematics with other disciplines. Professional concerns in the teaching of school mathematics. 30h (T); E

MED 807 Mathematics Teaching in the Post-primary Institution 2 Credits

Trends in secondary school mathematics programmes. Evaluation of secondary school mathematics programmes. Curricular issues in secondary mathematics. Literature review of research studies on post-primary mathematics programmes. 30h (T); E

MED 808 Information and Communication Technology in Mathematics Education 2 Credits

Computer as a data processing system. Preparation of data for computer analysis. Mathematical and statistical analysis tools. Interpreting computer print outs. E- learning and mathematics teaching and learning. 15h (T); 45h (P); E

MED 809 World Wide Web Mathematics Course Tools 2 Credits

Use of website to create online courses. Mathematics learning tools as a guide for using computer and www in the mathematics classroom. Basic tools for using internet resources: e-mail, listserv, instant messaging, newsgroup, www, gopher, podcast. 15h (T); 45h (P); C

MED 810 Psychology and Mathematics Teaching and Learning 2 Credits

Behavioural and cognitive psychology theories and mathematics learning and teaching. Examination of theories of: Robert M. Gagne, B. F Skinner, Jean Piaget, Jerome Bruner. Information processing. Artificial intelligence. Constructivism. Cognitive flexibility and mathematics teaching and learning. 30h (T); C

MED 811 Current Trends and Issues in Mathematics Education 2 Credits

Rationale for teaching mathematics. Implementing the mathematics curriculum. Gender related issues in mathematics. Problem solving in mathematics, and assessment of teaching and learning in mathematics classroom. Mathematics skills. Concepts and principles/rules. Sources for mathematics materials. 30h (T); E

MED 812 Use of Computer in Educational Research 2 Credits

Computer as a data processing system. Preparation of data for computer analysis. Types of statistical analysis meant for the computer and the calculator. Interpreting computer analysis. 15h (T); 45h (P); E

MED 813 Mathematics Teaching in the Primary School 2 Credits

Approaches to primary school mathematics teaching. Evaluation of contemporary programmes in primary school mathematics. Literature review of research studies of primary mathematics programmes. 30h (T); E

MED 814 Mathematics Teaching in Early Childhood 2 Credits

Concept and nature of early childhood in mathematics education. Approaches to the teaching of early childhood mathematics. Use of charts. Real objects. Models and pictures. Role playing and storytelling. 30h (T); C

MED 840 Dissertation 6 Credits

Selection and completion of a dissertation in an appropriate area of specialisation in teaching subject of education under the guidance of a supervisor and presentation of a dissertation report. 270h (P); C

MAT 835	Fluid Mechanics I	3 Credits
MAT 834	Nonlinear and Random Analytical Dynamics	3 Credits
MAT 803	Mathematical Methods	3 Credits
MAT 804	Numerical Analysis I	3 Credits
MAT 828	Numerical Analysis II	3 Credits

Details as obtained in Department of Mathematics

M.Ed. Courses in Science Education

EDT 804 Production of Instructional Materials 2 Credits

Basic theories of instructional communication, relationship to learning and instruction, production of assigned instructional materials using photographic, graphic, audio, story boarding and script writing, production skills, students to assist in university media production assignments. 15h (T); 45h (P); C

RME 801 Research Methods in Education 3 Credits

Interpreting science education researches. Research designs. Advantages and disadvantages. Formulating a research problem. Collecting data and so forth. Case studies. Action research and statistical techniques. 45h (T); C

RME 803 Statistical Methods in Educational Research 2 Credits

RME 805 Educational Measurement and Test Construction 3 Credits

SED 805 Graduate Seminar 2 Credits

Study and discussion of selected topics. Preparation and presentation of individual/group reports in the areas of specialization in teaching subject of education. 90h (P); C

SED 812 Use of Computer in Educational Research 2 Credits

Computer as a data processing system. Preparation of data for computer analysis. Types of statistical analysis for computer and calculator. Interpreting computer analysis. 15h (T); 45h (P); E

SED 815 Science, Technology and Society 2 Credits

Implications of the study of science and technology on the development of the society in the relevant areas: social, political, and economic advancement, contemporary scientific and technological development in selected countries, including Nigeria. 30h (T); C

SED 816 Curriculum Development in Science Education 3 Credits

Views on curriculum and implications for science curriculum development. Examination of the major curricular efforts in Nigeria, in USA, in the UK and in the selected eastern bloc countries. Practical experience in the development of a science curriculum in a chosen field. 45h (T); E

SED 817 Materials and Resources for Teaching Science 2 Credits

Materials and resources necessary for science teaching. Roles of science laboratory and other teaching aids in science teaching. Management of science teaching materials. Resources. Personnel in science teaching. 30h (T); E

SED 818 Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Science Teaching 2 Credits

Ancient and modern development of science. Philosophical issues relating to scientific concepts. Examination of such concepts as scientific explanation. Inductive and deductive logic. Nature of scientific laws and theories. Analysis of the structure of science. 30h (T); C

SED 819 Advanced Problems in Science Teaching 2 Credits

Current issues in science curriculum. Examination of the professional development of science teachers, relevant literature on current research studies in science education. 30h (T); E

SED 820 Teaching of Early Childhood Science 2 Credits

Concepts and nature of science in early childhood education. Exploring environment. Use of sense organs: water, air, plants, animals, light, sound, and colours, practical activities, demonstrations, field trips, storytelling, charts, real objects, models and pictures. 30h (T); E

SED 821 Teaching of Secondary School Science 2 Credits

Various topics in secondary school biology, chemistry, physics and integrated science to be considered. Peculiar methodologies for the teaching of various topics are paramount. 30h (T); C

SED 822 Teaching and Study Technology 2 Credits

Teaching and learning how to learn. Barriers to study. Identification of students‘ reactions to barriers to study. Preparation and use of check-sheets for instruction in science. Management of material-based instruction in science. Communication skills for science teachers. 30h (T); E

SED 823 Teaching of Basic Science 2 Credits

Philosophy and objectives of basic science teaching. Nature and structure of science. Basic science teaching methods. Learner-centered approach. Overview of basic science curriculum. Problems associated with basic science teaching improvisation of materials for basic science teaching. Classroom management of basic science pupils. 30h (T); C

SED 840 Dissertation 6 Credits

Selection and completion of dissertation in an appropriate area of specialization in teaching subject education under the guidance of a supervisor and presentation of the dissertation report. 270h (P); C

STUDENTS SHOULD OFFER COURSES IN PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY AND BIOLOGY AMOUNTING TO 08 CREDITS MAXIMUM OF 10 CREDITS.

Biology Courses

PLB 837 Methods in Plant Breeding 3 Credits

MCB 826 Advanced Microbial Fermentation 4 Credits

ZLY 828 Stored Product Entomology 4 Credits Details as obtained in relevant Departments

Chemistry Courses

CHM 801 Advanced Analytical Chemistry 3 Credits CHM 805 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Techniques 3 Credits CHM 804 Advanced Chemistry Kinetic 3 Credits

CHM 809 Advanced Organic Chemistry 3 Credits Details as obtained in Department of Chemistry

Physics Courses

PHY 829	Ionosphere Physics I	2 Credits
PHY 830	Ionosphere Physics II	2 Credits
PHY 831	Plasma Physics	3 Credits
PHY 833	Semi-Conductor Physics	2 Credits
PHY 836	Solar Energy Physics	2 Credits
PHY 809	Electromagnetic Theory	3 Credits

Details as obtained in Department of Physics

H. Graduation Requirements

Candidates for Master of Science Education Degree must register for courses carrying not less than 30 credits and not more than 36 credits and must earn a minimum of 25 Credits including all Core courses. In addition, candidate must score not less than 50% in the weighted average of the 30 Credits which must include Core and elective courses.

Subject to the above condition for the award of degree, a candidate is required to submit a research dissertation (project report) on a topic approved by the Department of Science Education.
The work of each candidate shall be examined by a panel of examiners consisting of Head of Department who shall be the chief examiner and the supervisor for the student‘s research project and other postgraduate teaching staff as may be appropriate and External Examiner approved by the board.
To proceed to enroll for a Ph.D. degree course, a candidate must be able to acquire a CGPA of 4.0 or 60% minimum.

I. Summary Curriculum Development:

Core Courses: CDE 801 (2), CDE 804 (2), CDE 805 (2), CDE 807 (2), CDE 811 (2), CDE 812

(2), CDE 839 (6), EDT 804 (2), RME 801 (3), RME 802 (2) 25 Credits

Elective Courses: CDE 802 (2), CDE 803 (2), CDE 806 (2), CDE 808 (2), CDE 809 (2), CDE

810 (2), RME 805 (3) 15 Credits Total = 40 Credits

Mathematics Education:

Core Courses: EDT 804 (2), RME 801 (3), RME 802 (2), MED 803 (3), MED 804 (2), MED 805

(2), MED 809 (2), MED 810 (2), MED 814 (2), MED 839 (6) 26 Credits

Elective Courses: RME 805 (3), MED 806 (2), MED 807 (2), MED 808 (2),

MED 811 (2), MED 812 (2), MED 813 (2), Teaching subjects (+10) 15 Credits +10

Total = 41 + (10)

Mathematics Courses: MAT 835 (3), MAT 834 (3), MAT 803 (3), MAT 804 (3), MAT 828 (3)

15 Credits

Science Education:

Core Courses: EDT 804 (2), RME 801 (3), RME 802 (2), SED 805 (2),

SED 815 (2), SED 817 (2), SED 818 (2), SED 821 (2), SED 823 (2),

SED 839 (6) 25 Credits

Elective Courses: RME 805 (3), SED 812 (2), SED 816 (2),

SED 819 (2), SED 820 (2), SED 822 (2) Teaching subjects (+10) 13 Credits +10

Total = 38 + (10)

Biology Courses: MCB 826 (4), PLB 837 (3), ZLY 828 (4) 11 Credits

Chemistry Courses:

CHM 801 (3), CHM 805 (3), CHM 804 (3), CHM 809 (3) 12 Credits

Physics Courses: PHY 829(2), PHY 830(2), PHY 831(3),

PHY 833(2), PHY 836(2), PHY 809(3) 14 Credits

M.Ed. Science Education

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