Dr. Folasade Busayo Ojobola
Lecturer I | Head of Unit
Faculty of Education · Department of Chemistry Education
Specialization Chemistry Education
Phone: 08032565937
Email: folasade.ojobola@fuoye.edu.ng
Biography
Dr. Folasade Busayo Ojobola is a lecturer and researcher in Science Education with specialization in Chemistry Education. Her research focuses on the academic and professional competencies of science teachers, with particular interest in improving science teaching, teacher effectiveness, curriculum development, and educational outcomes.
Dr. Ojobola has published extensively in reputable local and international high-impact journals, contributing significantly to scholarship in science education. Her research reflects a strong commitment to advancing evidence-based teaching practices and strengthening teacher professional development.
She currently serves as the Head of the Chemistry Education Unit and is an active member of several faculty committees, where she contributes to academic planning, quality assurance, and institutional development. She also collaborates with researchers across disciplines and institutions, fostering innovative research partnerships and promoting excellence in science education.
Dr. Ojobola remains committed to impactful research, quality teaching, mentorship, and community engagement aimed at advancing science education and teacher professional competence.
Research Interests
Academic and Professional Competencies of Chemistry Teachers
Qualifications
- Ph.D Science Education (Chemistry), University of Ilorin (2018)
- M.Ed Science Education (Chemistry), University of Ilorin (2011)
- B.Sc(Ed) Chemistry, University of Ado-Ekiti (2006)
Selected Publications
- Evaluating the effectiveness of multimedia integration in enhancing physics instruction in secondary schools; Discover Education
Authors: Babalola F.E, Fakoyede S.J, Ojobola F.B Ayodeji M.A Ekundayo S.K&Alabi D.O
Discover Education (2026) - Evaluating teachers’ and students’ perception, engagement and challenges of STEM education in a changing pedagogical landscape. Discover Education
Authors: Ayodeji, M.A., Ojobola, F.B., Ogundare, A.A, Aremu B.V., Ayanwoye, O.K & Babalola F.E.
Discover Education (2026) - Efficacy of Health Literacy Intervention in Fostering Family Quality of Life in Oye-Ekiti Local Government Area, Ekiti State, Nigeria.
Authors: Egbo, Ugwu, Ajewole, Onyekwere, Ogechi, Adams, Ojobola, Okorie, Awoniyi, Falebita, Oloyede, Babalola, Okoh, Oyegbami &Oladele
Journal of Home Economics Research (2024) - Teacher’s perspectives on Library Practice in Nigeria Secondary Schools through the Lens of Science Literacy
Authors: Babalola, Fakoyede, Ojobola, Ekundayo & Famuwagun
International information and library Review (2024) - Fostering Library Usage among Students towards sustainable development goals
Authors: Babalola, Fakoyede, Ojobola&Abiona
The Reference Librarian (2023) - Gender Influence as a determinant of Chemistry Teachers’ Academic and Professional Competencies in South-West Nigeria
Authors: Ojobola, Ogundare & Babalola
Rivers State University Journal of Education (2023)
Professional Qualification
- Professional Teachers' Qualification - Teachers' Registration Council of Nigeria (2022)
Membership of Professional Bodies
- Gender Studies Association of Nigeria - Member (2022)
Paper Presentation - Local
- The integration and Transformative Power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Teaching and Learning of Biology in Secondary Schools - 2nd International Conference organized by Federal University Oye, Education (2025)
- Factors Influencing Pre-service Chemistry Teachers’ Choices to Become Service Teachers in Nigerian Secondary School System - International Council for Education, Research and Training, (ICERT) India&USA on World Teachers day (2024)
Course Teaching
- EDU 411 - Curriculum and Instruction II (2025/2026 First Semester)
- SED 421 - Seminar in Science Education (2025/2026 First Semester)
- SED 807 - Research in Science Education (2025/2026 First Semester)
- SED 104 - Sociological Theories for Chemistry Teachers (Second Semester 2025/2026)
Professional Skill
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