Teachers Registration Council Nigeria
FUOYE Academic Staff Profile
Dr. Femi Emmanuel Babalola
Lecturer I
Department of Education Physics, Faculty of Education
Area of Specialization: Physics Education
Biography
Dr. Babalola Femi Emmanuel is a Nigerian scholar and educator specialising in Physics Education, Science Education, curriculum studies, technology-enhanced learning, practical science instruction, and STEM education. He is based in the Department of Science Education at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria, where he contributes to teaching, research, curriculum development, academic administration, and postgraduate education.
He earned a PhD in Physics Education from The Open University, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, in 2017, after completing an M.Ed. in Curriculum Studies (Physics) at Obafemi Awolowo University and a B.Sc. (Ed.) in Physics from the University of Ado-Ekiti. His doctoral study was supported by a PhD Studentship associated with The Open University and the Institute of Physics, United Kingdom.
With over 17 years of teaching experience, Dr. Babalola has held several academic leadership positions, including Head of the Department of Science Education and Head of the Physics Education Unit. He has also served on numerous departmental and faculty committees.
His research focuses on practical physics teaching, virtual laboratories, multimedia integration, educational technology, science literacy, culturally responsive pedagogy, inclusive STEM education, and teacher professional development. He has published extensively in reputable national and international journals, including Scopus-indexed outlets published by Springer, Taylor & Francis, and Elsevier.
Dr. Babalola is a member of the Institute of Physics, Science Teachers Association of Nigeria, and Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria. His work reflects a sustained commitment to improving science education in Nigeria and other resource-constrained contexts.
Research Interests
practical physics, curriculum and instruction, technology-enhanced learning, virtual laboratories, STEM education, and science teaching in resource-constrained contexts.
Qualifications
| Degree | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| PhD in Physics Education | The Open University, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, | 2017 |
| M.Ed. in Curriculum Studies (Physics) | Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria | 2011 |
| B.Sc. (Ed.) in Physics | University of Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria | 2006 |
Professional Qualification
Science Teachers Association of Nigeria
Institute of Physics, UK
Nigeria Association of Physics Educator
Grants
TETFUND
Total Grant: NAIRA 3,200,200.00
Scholarship
OU/IoP, UK
Ekiti State Scholarship Board
Membership of Professional Bodies
Member
Member
Paper Presentation - Local
Federal University Oye Ekiti, Ist Faculty of Education International Conference
Federal University Oye Ekiti, 3rd Faculty of Education International Conference
World Teacher’s Day 2024, International Seminar Oct 05, 2024 held at Emmanuel Alayande University of Education Oyo Nigeria.
Paper Presentation - International
Variety in Chemistry and Physics Higher Education Conference 2015
Peak Performance Conference, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Horizon in STEM Higher Education Conference: Making Connections, Innovating and Sharing Pedagogy, The Open University, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Variety in Chemistry and Physics Higher Education Conference 2025, held on 28-29th of August 2025 at the Central Teaching Hub, University of Liverpool, UK
Postgraduate Ph.D Supervision
Physics Teachers and Studnets Perceptions of the Integration of AI-Supported Tools in Secondary School Teaching and Learning in South-West Nigeria
Postgraduate M.Sc Supervision
Influence of Teachers Professional Competencies on Students achievement and Interest in Physics in Secondary Schools in Ekiti State
Comparative Effectiveness of Group-Interactive Engagement and Individualized Instructional Strategies on Secondary School Students Academic Achievement and Retention in Chemistry
An Investigation into Factors Influencing the Discrepancy between Classroom performance and examination achievement in Biology among secondary school students
Course Teaching
Current Issues in Curriculum
Curriculum, Curriculum Delivery and General Teaching Methods
Physics Method II
Physics Methods I
Science, Technology and Society
Research in Science Education
Innovative Methods in Science Education
Professional Skill
Custom Fields
Former Head of Department
Science Education
Selected Publications
Exploring the influence of AI on the Professional Development of Science Teachers in STEM Education
Authors: iv. Fakoyede S. J, Babalola F. E & Akomolafe D. O
Canadian Journal of Science Mathematics and Technology Education. • 2026
Open publicationImproving equitable access to library resources in tertiary institutions: Overcoming policy, infrastructure, and socio-cultural barriers
Authors: iii. Fakoyede S. J, Babalola F. E, Ekundayo S. K & Alabi D. O
The Journal of Academic Librarianship • 2026
Open publicationTeacher's perceptions on the capacity of school-Based libraries in supporting STEM and AI Learning
Authors: Sina J. Fakoyede; Femi E. Babalola; Oluwayemisi D. Akomolafe
The International Information & Library Review • 2026
Open publicationEvaluating the effectiveness of multimedia integration in enhancing physics instruction in secondary schools.
Authors: i. Babalola F. E, Fakoyede, S. J, Ojobola F. B, Ayodeji M, A, Ekundayo S. K & Alabi D. O
Discover Education • 2026
Open publicationCultural Approaches to Classroom learning and Management.
Authors: vi. Fakoyede S. J, Babalola F. E, Abiona F. G & Famuwagun S. T
Cultural Studies in Science Education. • 2025
Open publicationHigh School teacher’s pedagogical experiences of students with hearing impairments
Authors: v. Fakoyede S. J, Babalola F. E, Obateru, O. T, Akomolafe, D. O & Adeniran S. A
Educational Research and Evaluation. • 2025
Open publicationTeachers Perspectives on Library Practice in Nigeria Secondary Schools Through the Lens of Science Literacy.
Authors: vii. Babalola F. E , Fakoyede S. J , Ojobola F. B, Ekundayo S. K, Famuwagun, S. T & Alabi D.O
International Information & Library Review • 2024
Open publicationFostering Library Usage among Science Students towards Sustainable Development Goals.
Authors: viii. Babalola F. E, Fakoyede S. J, Ojobola F. B & Abiona F. O.
The Reference Librarian • 2023
Open publicationChallenges and Opportunities for Online Practical Work in Sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: xi. Babalola, F. E. & Fakoyede S. J.
New Directions in the Teaching of Physical Sciences • 2022
Open publicationImproving Learning of Practical Physics in Sub-Saharan Africa-System Issues.
Authors: ix. Babalola, F. E. & Ojobola, F. B. (2022).
Canadian Journal of Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education. • 2022
Open publicationThe real aims that shape the teaching of practical physics in sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: x. Babalola, F. E., Lambourne, R. J. & Swithenby, S. J
International Journal of Science and Mathematics Education. • 2020
Open publicationPhoto Gallery / Picture Evidence
