Teachers' Registration Council of Nigeria
FUOYE Academic Staff Profile
Dr. Folasade Busayo Ojobola
Lecturer I
Department of Chemistry Education, Faculty of Education
Area of Specialization: Chemistry Education
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
| Degree | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Professional Qualification
Membership of Professional Bodies
Member
Paper Presentation - Local
2nd International Conference organized by Federal University Oye, Education
International Council for Education, Research and Training, (ICERT) India&USA on World Teachers day
Course Teaching
Curriculum and Instruction II
Seminar in Science Education
Research in Science Education
Sociological Theories for Chemistry Teachers
Professional Skill
Contributed to Curriculum implementation, Course development and improvement of Science Education Programme
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
Open publicationEvaluating 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
Open publicationEfficacy 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
Open publicationFostering Library Usage among Students towards sustainable development goals
Authors: Babalola, Fakoyede, Ojobola&Abiona
The Reference Librarian • 2023
Open publicationGender 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
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