M.Phil./Ph.D. Science Education and Mathematics Education

Master of Philosophy/Doctor of Philosophy in Science Education and Mathematics Education

1. 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.Ed. 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. (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/Physica l Chemistry
*J.A.Obaleye	B.Sc., ( Tenneesee) Ph.D.( Texas)	Inorganic Chemistry/Metal -Drugs Complexes, Syntheses,Characterisat ion, Catalytic and Antimicrobial Studies

*Lecturers from other Departments

B. Introduction

The programme is designed for degree holders who have 55% to 59% or its equivalent in their Master of Education (M.Ed.) Programme. The M.Phil. in Education is a combined Programme of taught modules and research, which allows students to gain valuable knowledge in education while investigating their own interests.

C.   Philosophy

The philosophy of the programme is to train individuals with advanced education and research skills in the teaching and learning of science/mathematics and curriculum development. It also prepares the next generation of science and mathematics educators in advanced knowledge, skills and research. Individuals are appropriately grounded in logic, critical and analytical thinking as well as in problem solving skills.

D.  Aim and Objectives

The aim of the programme is to provide opportunities for individuals wanting to pursue a Ph.D. degree in Science Education or Mathematics Education or Curriculum development but scored less than 60% or its equivalent in their master of Education (M.Ed.) degree programme.

Objectives:

1. providing further insight to the traditions of thought and analysis that have been used to discuss and illuminate matters of policy and practise in Science Education and Mathematics Education;
2. advanced insights into theoretical and practical matters in Science Education and Mathematics Education in such a way as to improve the making of professional decisions;
3. providing opportunity for specialisation in educational topics of particular value or interest to the student;enhancing advanced knowledge of innovative practices, contemporary issues and trends in developments in Science Education and Mathematics Education; and
4. strengthening capacity to plan and implement a variety of educational research methods and some capacity to compare their effectiveness.

E. Admission Requirements

The candidates are required to obtain the following:

1. ―O‖ Level Credits or equivalent in five subjects including Mathematics and English Language.
2. Completed the requirements for a Bachelor of Education degree (B. Ed.); B.A. (Ed.), B.Sc (Ed.), with an Master degree in Education (M.Ed.) and M.Sc. (Ed.) from the University of Ilorin or equivalent degrees as approved by the Senate or its representatives.
3. Scores of 55% to 59.9% or equivalents in the Master degree programme in Education from the University of Ilorin or equivalent degrees as approved by the Senate.

F.  Duration of the Programme

1. The Full-time programme shall run for a minimum of 12 calendar months and a maximum of 18 calendar months.
2. The Part-time programme shall run for a minimum of 24 calendar months and a maximum of 36 calendar months with an extension of not more than 6 months.
3. Students should offer courses amounting to a minimum of 15 Credits and a maximum of 17 Credits including Seminar and Project. Students shall present and defend a dissertation proposal (protocol) not later than 3 Months after the first registration of title of not more than 300 words in their respective departments. Dissertation should not exceed 45,000 words. The dissertation should pass through the Postgraduate School Board, 1 Month before the final Examination.
4. The students must have at least an average score of 60% before proceeding to Ph.D.

G.  Detailed Course Description M.Phil. Courses in Science Education

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. 30h (T); 45h (P); E

SED 881    Problems of Science Teaching    2 Credits

Examination of teaching materials. Qualification of personnel. School administration. Students performance in science and other stake holders in education. 30h (T); E

SED 882      Science and Societal Development    2 Credits

Relevance of science to society. Employability of science education graduates. Interaction of science. Technology and society. 30h (T); E

SED 883    Teaching Elementary School Science    2 Credits

Techniques and materials for teaching science: pre-primary, primary and junior secondary school. Planning and developing instruction that maximises students performance. Scientific method. Interactive lectures. Students project. 30h (T); E

SED 885    Use of Computers in Science Education Research    2 Credits

Meaning and usefulness of computer in research. Computer softwares and packages. Interpretation of computer print-out. Practicum on print-out interpretation. 30h (T); 45 (P); E

SED 886    Elementary School Curriculum Models   2 Credits

Meaning of curriculum models. Creative curriculum. Early recognition intervention network (ERIN). High scope pre-school approach: Montessori. Project approach: Reggio Emilia. Theme based model. 30h (T); E

SED 887    Advanced Seminar in Science Education     2 Credits

Selected areas and topics in science education. Formulation and writing of M.Phil proposal for discussion and approval. 30h (T); E

SED 888    Science Education Consultant     3 Credits

Consulting work in science education. Interpersonal relation. Consulting framework/partnering with clients. Accreditation. Writing proposals. Analysing data and delivering packages to clients. 45h (T); E

SED 889    Early Childhood Science Curriculum  3 Credits

Play and child‘s learning. Early childhood science. Concept of science. Nature of Science. Exploring the environment. Use of the senses: water and air, plants and animals, light, sound, colours. Practical activities and demonstrations: field trips, story-telling, using charts, real objects, and models pictures. 45h (T); E

SED 899    Dissertation    6 Credits

Each student under the guidance of an approved supervisor is required to conduct a research in the relevant area of science education culminating in the submission of an M.Phil. dissertation. 270h (P); E

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 the Department of Plant Biology, Microbiology and Zoology 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
Detailed as obtained in the 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
Detailed as obtained in the Department of Physics

M.Phil. Courses in Mathematics Education

RME 801   Research Methods in Education     2 Credits

Interpretation of mathematical education researches. Research designs. Advantages and disadvantages. Formulating research problem. Collecting data. Case studies. Statistical techniques. 30h (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); 45h (P); E

MED 885   Use of Computers in Mathematics Education Research 2 Credits

Meaning and usefulness of computer in research. Computer softwares and packages. Interpretation of computer print-out. Practicum on print-out interpretation. 15h (T); 45 (P); E

MED 886   Elementary School Curriculum Models    2 Credits

Meaning of curriculum models. Creative curriculum. Early recognition intervention network (ERIN). High/scope pre-school approach: Montessori. Project approach: Reggio Emilia. Theme based model. 30h (T); E

MED 890   Advanced Problems in Mathematics    2 Credits

Examination of teaching materials. Qualification of personnel. School administration and students‘ performance in mathematics and other stake holders in education. 30h (T); E

MED 891        Information and Communication Technology Application in Mathematics Education    2 Credits

Use of PDAs: palm and pocket handheld computers, cellular phones, instant messaging, voice processing and wireless technologies in Mathematics Education. 30h (T); E

MED 892    Mathematics Educator as a Consultant   2 Credits

Consulting in the practice of resource persons and accreditation submission framework. 30h (T); E

MED 893  Teaching Elementary School Mathematics      2 Credits

Techniques and materials for teaching elementary school mathematics. Scientific method. Interactive lectures. Students dissertation. 30h (T); E

MED 894     Advanced Seminar in Mathematics Education    2 Credits

Selected topics in mathematics education. Formulating and writing of M.Phil. proposal for discussion and approval. 30h (T); E

MED 895   Early Childhood Mathematics Curriculum   2 Credits

Rationale and objectives of teaching mathematical skills in the early years, quantity, time, size, weight. Spatial relation: child and Mathematics, human body-binary number 2: 2 eyes, 2 ears, 2 hands, 2 legs. Environment and shapes: unit, tens, introduce concept of 0. Using Mathematical language: sorting, matching, comparing, classifying, ordering, measurement. 30h (T); 15h (P); E

MED 896    Role of Mathematics in the Society     2 Credits

Relevance of mathematics to society. Employability of mathematics education graduates. 30h (T); E

MED 899   Dissertation      6 Credits

Each student under the guidance of an approved supervisor is required to conduct research in mathematics education culminating in submission of M.Phil. Thesis. 270h (P); C

STUDENTS SHOULD OFFER COURSES IN THE FOLLOWING MATHEMATICS COURSES AMOUNTING TO 8 CREDITS.

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 the Department of Mathematics

H.  Graduation Requirements

The condition for the award of M.Phil. degree in the Department of Science Education shall include;

1. Candidates may be required to take and pass a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 17 credits taken from an approved relevant combination of Master of Education courses and the prescribed M.Phil. courses which include seminar and research protocol.
2. Candidates shall prepare and defend a research topic (protocol) subject to approval by an academic panel which consist the Head of the Department, candidate‘s supervisor and other relevant lecturers. The protocol shall be presented within the first three months of candidate‘s first registration.
3. Candidate shall prepare and present a seminar on a research proposal (dissertation proposal) approved by the academic panel on a topic which shall embody his original dissertation.
4. A minimum of (50 – 54.9) 60% Cumulative Average Score must be achieved before a candidate shall be permitted to proceed with the Ph.D. degree in the Department. CGPA 3.5- 3.99

I.  Summary

M.Phil. Courses in Science Education

Core Courses: RME 801 (3), RME 803 (2), RME 805 (3), SED 899 (6)                                                                                                 14 Credits

Elective Courses: SED 882 (2), SED 883 (2), SED 888 (3), SED 889 (3), SED 884 (2), SED 885

(2), SED 886 (2), SED 887 (2)                                                                                                 18 Credits

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)                                                                                                 11 Credits

M.Phil. Courses in Mathematics Education:

Core Courses: RME 801 (3), RME 803 (2), RME 805 (3), SED 899 (6)                                                                                                 14 Credits

Elective Courses: SED 891 (2), SED 892 (2), SED 895 (2), SED 896 (2),

SED 885 (2), SED 886 (2), SED 890 (2), SED 894 (2)                                                                                                 16 Credits

Mathematics Courses:

MAT 835 (3), MAT 834 (3), MAT 803 (3), MAT 804 (3), MAT 828 (3)                                                                                                 15 Credits