Contact

July 19, 2017September 4, 2018

Prof. D. U. Ngwoke

Dean, Faculty of Education

University Of Nigeria, Nsukka

Email: dominic.ngwoke@unn.edu.ng

Tel: +2348036571502

Staff Profiles

July 19, 2017September 3, 2018

LIST OF STAFF

Name Designation

Prof. Adigwe Joseph Chukwuma – Professor (H.O.D)
Prof. Njoku Zephrinus.Chidubem – Professor
Prof. Nworgu Boniface Ginikanwa – Professor
Prof. Ezeh David. Nwoye – Professor
Prof. Nzewi Uchenna Mariestella – Professor
Prof. Agwagah Uchenna. Nchekwube – Professor
Prof. Nwosu Apollonia Anaele – Professor
Prof. Onyegegbu Nkadi Grace – Professor
Prof. Usman Kamoru Olayiwola – Professor
Prof. Nwagbo Rose Chinwe – Professor
Prof. Madu Barnabas Chidi – Professor (PG Coordinator)
Dr. Nworgu Loretta Ngozi – Lecturer I
Dr. Anyaegbunam Ngozi Joannes – Lecturer I
Dr. Ezeudu Florence Obiageli – Lecturer I
Dr. Ebere Ibe I – Lecturer I
Dr. Agah John Joseph – Lecturer I
Dr. Okorie Eugene Ucheya – Lecturer I
Dr. Ugwuanyi Christian Sunday – Lecturer I (Exams Officer)
Dr. Ene Catherine Uzo – Lecturer II
Dr. Christiana N – Lecturer II
Dr. Oguguo Basil C.E – Lecturer II
Dr. Ibenegbu, Queendaline Obiajulu – Lecturer II
Dr. Ugwanyi Chika Charity – Lecturer II
Mrs. Nwoye Mercy Ngozi – Assistant Lecturer
Mr. Orji Emmanuel Ifeanyi – Assistant Lecturer
Mrs. Nwoji, Ijeoma Hope N. – Assistant Lecturer
Mrs. Emeji, Ifeoma Eucharia – Assistant Lecturer
Mrs. Aniaku, Obiageli Loretta – Assistant Lecturer
Mrs. Attah Florence Oboochi – Assistant Lecturer
Mr. Okereke Innocent Ebere – Graduate Assistant
Mrs. Nnadi Anthonia Ebere – Graduate Assistant
Mr. Bukar Alhaji Umate – Graduate Assistant
Mr. Ukala Geoffrey – Graduate Assistant
Mrs. Ozoguji Modesta Anayochukwu – Senior Executive Officer (Secretary)
Mrs. Ugwuoke Nkechinyere Emelda – Lab. Technologist II
Mr. Nnamani, Silas Ekene – Technical Instructor II
Mr. Nannim, Fadip Audu – Technical Instructor II
Mr. Suleiman, Abubakar – Higher Technical Officer II
Mr. Igbokwe, Okechukwu Cletus – Higher Technical Officer II
Mrs. Eze Anulika Joy – Chief Data Entry Operator/Asst. Executive Off.
Mrs. Odo Maryann Ifeyinwa – Chief Cleaner/Messenger

Programmes

July 19, 2017September 4, 2018

The Department of Science Education runs both undergraduate and post graduate programmes. These includes: Bachelor’s degree of Science Education, Masters of Science Education and Doctor of Philosophy.

The undergraduate programme consist of the following area of specialization:

Chemistry Education
Biology Education
Physics Education
Mathematics Education
Integrated Science

The postgraduate programme is based on didactic and pedagogical training aimed at producing competent and professional teachers. The Areas of specialization include:

Chemistry Education
Biology Education
Physics Education
Measurement and Evaluation
Mathematics Education
Integrated Science

Course Modules

July 17, 2017September 4, 2018

REVISED FOUR-YEAR STANDARD UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMME IN

BIOLOGY EDUCATION

Philosophy

The Department of Science Education programmes are developed based on the fundamental beliefs that the student is entitled to acquire profound theoretical and practical knowledge to equip him/her to face the challenges of life in the society, be self reliant, contribute to national development, and meet the challenges of the global world. The programme in Biology Education provides a sound academic and professional contents that are aimed at preparing qualified, dedicated and reliable Biology teachers, who are knowledgeable in areas of Biology education and skilful in instructional designs and classroom management.

Objectives

The objectives of Biology Education programme (B.Sc./Ed.) includes to:

produce graduates who are well equipped with the knowledge and skills for teaching Biology at senior secondary education level.
produce effective Biology teachers who are skilled in instructional designs, delivery and classroom management, as well as in dealing with human learners;.
equip graduates with necessary skills, competencies, intellectual, mental and moral training for a career in Science Education, and Biology Education in particular; and
prepare Biology graduate teachers to assume responsible and leadership roles in Ministries of Education, Government educational agencies and private educational establishments.

Scope

The degree is acquired through course work and research project report. In addition to the departmental science education courses, students in Biology Education are required to take other faculty-wide education courses, broad-based general studies courses, entrepreneurial education courses and subject matter content courses from the relevant cognate departments in which their teaching subjects are based.

Entry Requirement

UTME

In addition to University of Nigeria minimum entry requirements, (five credit passes including English and Mathematics, and a science subject) candidates admitted through UTME into the four-year standard degree programme for Biology Education must have at least a credit pass or its equivalent in Biology and Chemistry and any one of Physics or Agricultural Science at the SSCE NECO and WASSCE or its equivalent.

Job Opportunities

Students who successfully complete the programme have ample teaching opportunities with the various Ministries of Education and private schools in the country, research institutions, educational institutions, curriculum development centres and examination bodies. The graduates are also employable in science oriented institutions. Graduates of the programme can also be self-employed in teaching science to private individuals. They can establish their own schools.

STRESS AREAS

Science Education Foundations	0
Biology Education	1
Chemistry Education	2
Integrated Science	3
Measurement and Evaluation	4
Mathematics Education	5
Physics Education	6
Project	9

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

FIRST YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code

Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 103	History of Education	2
EDU 211	Educational Psychology I	2
SED 101	Foundations of Science Education	2
SED 111	Basic Biology for Science Education Students	2
Required Ancillary Courses

CHM 101	Basic Principles of Inorganic Chemistry	2
CHM 171	Basic Practical Chemistry	2
BIO 151	General Biology I	3
COS 101	Introduction to Computer Science	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 101	The Use of English I	2
GSP 111	The Use of Library and Study Skills	2

TOTAL		21

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code

Major Courses	Title	Unit
SED 102 EDU 202 EDU 206	Introduction to Science Education Philosophy of Education Sociology of Education	2 2 2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 112	Basic Principles of Physical Chemistry	2
CHM 122	Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry	2
BIO 152	General Biology II	3
BIO 154	General Biology Practical	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 102	The Use of English II	2
TOTAL		17

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PRORAMME IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

SECOND YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code

Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 221	Curriculum Theory and Planning	3
SED 201	Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PSB 211	Phycology and Bryology	2
PSB 221	General Plant Anatomy	2
PSB 241	General Mycology	2
ZEB 201	General Invertebrate Zoology I	2
MCB 201	General Microbiology I	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 207	Humanities I	2
GSP 201	The Social Sciences	2
TOTAL		19

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
SED 212	Biology Education Special Methods	3
EDU 224	Educational Technology	2
SED 206	Environmental Issues in Science & Technology Education	2
Required Ancillary Course
ZEB 172 ZEB 202	Introductory Environmental Biology General Invertebrate Zoology II	2 2

MCB 102	Introduction to Microbiology	2
GSP202 GSP 208	Issues in Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies Humanities 11	2 2
TOTAL		17

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

(OPTION A: PLANT SCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY)

THIRD YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses		Title	Unit
EDU 213		School Guidance and Counselling	2
EDU 311		Educational Psychology II	2
EDU 325		Teaching Practice I	3
EDU 341 SED 301		Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage Computer Based Instruction, Simulation and Animation	3 2
Required Ancillary Courses
PSB 301	Phytotechniques		1
PSB 331	General Plant Physiology		2
ZEB 301	Chordate Zoology I		2
BIO 351	General Genetics		2
CED 341	Introduction to Entrepreneurship		2
TOTAL			21

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 322	Curriculum Implementation and Instruction	3
SED 302	Science Education for Special Needs Learners	2
Required Ancillary Courses
BIO 352	Cytogenetics	2
BIO 362	Basic Principles of Ecology	2
PSB 246	General Plant Pathology	2
PSB 272	Mushroom Technology	2
PSB 274	Plant Macropropagation & Floriculture	1
CED 342	Business Development and Management	2
TOTAL		16

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

(OPTION A: PLANT SCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY)

FOURTH YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 411	Educational Psychology III	2
EDU 425	Teaching Practice II	3
EDU 431	Classroom Organization and Management	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PSB 313	Morphology and Phytosystematics of Higher Plant	2
PSB 413	Herberium and Phytosytematics	2
PSB 441	Advances in Plant Pathology	2
PSB 463	Economic and Industrial Botany	2
TOAL		15

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 442	Measurement and Evaluation	3
EDU 490	Research Project	4
PSB 422	Pulp and Paper Technology	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PSB 424	Timber Products Technology	2
PSB 462	Plant Ecology	2
PSB 464	Phytoremediation and Erosion Management	2
PSB 466	Phytoindustrial Relations	1
TOTAL		16

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

(OPTION B: ZOOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY)

THIRD YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 213	School Guidance and Counselling	2
EDU 311	Educational Psychology II	2
EDU 325	Teaching Practice I	3
EDU 341	Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage	3
SED 301	Computer Based Instruction, Simulation and Animation	2
Required Ancillary Courses
ZEB 301	Chordate Zoology I	2
ZEB 311	Basic Animal Physiology	2
BIO 351	General Genetics	2
CED 341	Introduction to Entrepreneurship	2
TOTAL		20

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 322	Curriculum Implementation and Instruction	3
SED 302	Science Education for Special Needs Learners	2
Required Ancillary Courses


BIO 352 BIO 362	Cytogenetics Basic Principles of Ecology	2 2

CED 342	Business Development and Management	2
ZEB 468 CS 304	Population Genetics Computer Applications	2 2
TOTAL		15

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

(OPTION B: ZOOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY)

FOURTH YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 411	Educational Psychology III	2
EDU 425	Teaching Practice II	3
Required Ancillary Courses
ZEB 303	Laboratory Techniques	2
ZEB 321	Basic Parasitology	2
ZEB 331	Basic Entomology	2
ZEB 401	Chordate Zoology II	2
ZEB 403	Systematic Zoology and Evolution	2
ZEB 411	Animal Developmental Biology	2
ZEB 441	Fisheries Biology I	2
TOTAL		19

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 432	Educational Administration	2
EDU 442	Measurement and Evaluation	2
EDU 490	Research Project	4
Required Ancillary Courses
ZEB 402	Ethology	2
ZEB 404	Small Animal Production	2
ZEB 442	Fisheries Biology II	2
ZEB 452	Animal Ecology	2
ZEB 462	Animal Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics	2
ZEB 472	Environmental Impact Assessment	2
TOTAL		20

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES BASED IN THE DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE EDUCATION

SED 101: Foundations of Science Education 2 Units

This course introduces to the students the meaning of science and science education, as well as education in science. The philosophical, Sociological, Historical and Psychological foundations of science and science education, the scientific methods and science ethics are discussed. Scientific Knowledge and knowledge getting process. Making students apply their science learning in everyday life, and strategies for improving scientific literacy. The possibility of science education for all is discussed. Basic concepts in Science Education, Nature of Science, modes of scientific reasoning, Scientific literacy, science and society, innovations in science Education.

SED 111 – Basic Biology for Education students 2 Units

Concept of living things, Organization of life, The cell and its environment, Nutrition, Transport system in living, circulatory system in mammals, Sense organs. Hormonal coordination in animals, Plant Hormones, Nervous system/coordination. Genetics and inheritance, Ecology, Energy relationships in the environment, Drugs and drug abuse, First Aids.

SED 102: Introduction to Science Education 2 Units

This course introduces the students the meaning of science and science education, as well as education in science. The philosophical and psychological foundations of science and science education, the scientific methods and science ethics are discussed. Making students apply their science learning in everyday and strategies for improving scientific literacy. The possibility of science education for all is discussed. Science education and national development are reviewed and the importance of science education for human and national development are discussed. Students’ performance in science and its implication for national development are appreciated.

SED 201: Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students 2 Units

Treatment of Basic Mathematics topics, including: Modular Arithmetic, Estimation and approximation, Directed Numbers, Equations, Graph work on equations, Data presentation (Frequency, Tables, Pie Chart, Bar Chart, Other Pictogram, Measures of central tendency and dispersion, change of subject of formula, Inequalities, Trigonometry.

SED 206: Environmental Issues in Science and Technology Education 2 Units

This course deals with science and technology activities as they affect the environment and life support systems. It discusses environmental degradation due to science and technology practices, environmental protection and management of scientific research and development in an environmentally sustainable manner. Thus this course prepares students to understand the various strategies for environmental protection and sustenance in an era of climate change and threat to life and human existence. Objectives of Environmental Education (EE,), Significance of Environmental Education. Ecological Foundation, Concept of Ecosystem. Homeostasis of the Ecosystem, Energy transformations, productivity, population studies, Environmental behavours and problems, (pollution, deforestation, climate change, erosion, refuse disposal, toxic waste , drug usage and abuse) Problem solving on Environment, Decision-making, Environmental field work, Action research, community/regional resources. Values in Environmental Education. Application of Environmental Education to various subjects. Reforms in Environmental Education.

SED 212: Biology Education Special Methods 3 Units.

This course is concerned with special methods of teaching science as they apply to Biology. It handles the meaning of Biology as a discipline, teaching and learning and learning outcomes assessment. The Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) Biology curriculum and instructional strategies, science learning theories and their application to Biology, classroom management. Teaching/Learning Theories in Science/Chemistry (Piaget’s theory, David Ausubel’s theory, Brunner’s Theory, Robert Gagne’ s theory, Constructivists’ theory); Applications of these theories in Chemistry teaching; Method/Strategies and Materials for Biology teaching- (Concept mapping, Cooperative Learning, Demonstration, Field Trips, Project method of teaching, Peer Teaching, Sex Grouping in co-education classes, Discussion method, Competitive learning, Collaborative learning, Problem solving); Teaching Biology to large classes; management of large class sizes; Teaching Mixed ability groups; Preparing to teach Biology (The Curriculum and Scheme of work, the unit plan, Selection of topic for teaching , Lesson plan and lesson planning) , Selection of learning objectives; Relationship among topic, teaching/learning objectives, methods of teaching and materials for teaching and assessment instrument for evaluation; Difficult Concepts/topics in Biology and why they are difficult; Micro Teaching; Design and construction of standard Biology laboratory; Lab organization and management; Procuring resources for Biology teaching; Safety rules in the Biology lab.; Improvisation of Resources for Biology learning; Evaluation of Biology instruction (Paper-pencil test, practical test, Practical Activities observation scale, Biology attitude/interest inventory, using evaluation results to improve Chemistry learning); Two individual or group term papers.

SED 302: Science Education for Special Needs Learners 2 Units

This courses considers the need for science education for all citizens, including the special needs learners, who constitute the disadvantaged in science education. The disadvantaged are identified, especially in normal classrooms. The reasons for their disadvantage are discussed, and strategies for making science education accessible to special needs learners are discussed and appreciated.

SED 301: Computer Based Science Instruction 2 Units

General computer appreciation and uses for various purposes in science and Mathematics instructional processes are the main thrusts of this course. This course also deals with development of basic skills in the use of the computer for instructional purposes: graphic skills and designs, simulation and animation, on-line teaching and assessment, distribution of course materials, the smart board and uses of computer networks for teaching large classes and distance learning.

EDU 325 Teaching Practice 1 3 Units

First phase of Supervised teaching practice in Science/Biology subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. This course is offered during university vacation only.

EDU 341 Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage 3 Units

Introduction to Educational research: Concepts, types (quantitative and qualitative) scope of each type, problem identification; review of related literature: meaning, rationale, types and sources of literature; referencing format using latest APA; research questions and hypothesis: meaning and types, qualities of good research questions and hypotheses with examples; meaning of population and sample, sampling techniques (probability and non probability); research designs (survey, causal comparative/ex-post facto, experimental, historical, case study and evaluation); instrument for data collection, validity and reliability of instrument; descriptive statistics (organization of data, measurements of central tendency, measures of variability, correlation statistics; inferential statistics (t-test, Z-test, analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, multiple linear regression) type I and II errors; interpreting research results; writing research proposals; writing project reports; Use of computer as a tool in educational research.

EDU 425 Teaching Practice II 3 Units

Second phase of supervised teaching practice in Science/Mathematics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. The course is offered during University vacation only.

EDU 442 Measurement and Evaluation 2 Units

This course exposes student teachers to basic concepts and techniques for assessing students’ learning outcomes. It will introduce the students teacher to basic concepts, continuous assessment, types of educational and psychological instruments, development, administration, grading, scoring and interpretation of scores for such instruments using appropriate statistical tools.

EDU 490 Research Project 4 Units

Individual supervised reading on problems of concern to education, ordinarily culminating in the presentation of a formal paper on one’s selected problems.

REVISED THREE-YEAR STANDARD UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMME IN

BIOLOGY EDUCATION

Entry Requirement

Direct Entry (DE).

Direct entry candidates who are admitted into the three-year standard degree programme must hold one of the following qualifications:

Advanced level certificate in WASSCE or the principal level certificate in HSC Certificate in at least two science subjects, including Biology.
Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE), Biology and Biology combinations with at least a merit pass and other relevant diplomas approved by university senate such as associate ship certificate in education, health education etc.

Job Opportunities

Students who successfully complete the programme have ample teaching opportunities with the various Ministries of Education and private schools in the country, research institutions, educational training institutes, curriculum development centres and examination bodies. The graduates are also employable in science oriented institutions. Graduates of the programme can also be self-employed in teaching science to private individuals. They can establish their own schools.

Stress Areas

Science Education Foundations	0
Biology Education	1
Chemistry Education	2
Integrated Science	3
Measurement and Evaluation	4
Mathematics Education	5
Physics Education	6
Project	9

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

FIRST YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 221	Curriculum Theory and Planning	3
SED 111	Basic Biology for Science Education Students	2
SED 201	Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PSB 211	Phycology and Bryology	2
PSB 221	General Plant Anatomy	2
PSB 241	General Mycology	2
ZEB 201	General Invertebrate Zoology I	2

General Studies Courses
GSP 101 GSP 111	The use of English I Use of Library and Study Skills	2 2
GSP 207 CS 101	Humanities I Introduction to Computer Science	2 2
TOTAL		23

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
SED 212	Biology Education Special Methods	2
EDU 224	Educational Technology	2
SED 206	Environmental Issues in Science & Tech. Education	2
SED 102	Introduction to Science Education	2
Required Ancillary Courses
ZEB 202	General Invertebrate Zoology II	2
COS 304	Computer Applications	2
General Studies Course
GSP 102 GSP 208	The Use of English II Humanities II	2 2
TOTAL		16

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

(OPTION A: PLANT SCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY)

SECOND YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 213	School Guidance and Counselling	2
EDU 311	Educational Psychology II	2
EDU 325	Teaching Practice I	3
EDU 341	Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage	3
Required Ancillary Courses
PSB 301	Phytotechniques	1
PSB 331	General Plant Physiology	2
ZEB 301	Chordate Zoology I	2
BIO 351	General Genetics	2
CED 341	Introduction to Entrepreneurship	2
TOTAL		19

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code	Title	Unit
EDU 322	Curriculum Implementation and Instruction	3
SED 302	Science education for Special Needs Learners	2
Required Ancillary Courses
BIO 352	Cytogenetics	2
BIO 362	Basic Principles of Ecology	2
PSB 246	General Plant Pathology	2
PSB 272	Mushroom Technology	2
PSB 274	Plant Macropropagation & Floriculture	1
CED 342	Business Development and Management	2
TOTAL		16

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

(OPTION A: PLANT SCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY)

THIRD YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses		Title	Unit
EDU 411		Educational Psychology III	2
EDU 425		Teaching Practice II	3
SED 301	Computer Based Instruction, Simulation and Animation		2
EDU 431	Classroom Organization and Management		2
Required Ancillary Courses
PSB 313		Morphology and Phytosystematics of Higher Plants	2
PSB 413		Herbarium and Phytosystematics	2
PSB 441		Advances in Plant Pathology	2
PSB 463		Economic and Industrial Botany	2
TOTAL			17

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code	Title	Unit
EDU 442	Measurement and Evaluation	3
EDU 490	Research Project	4
Required Ancillary Courses
PSB 422	Plant Anatomy	2
PSB 424	Timber Products Technology	2
PSB 462	Plant Ecology	2
PSB 464	Phytoremediation and Erosion Management	2
PSB 466	Phytoindustrial Relations	1
TOTAL		16

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

(OPTION B: ZOOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY)

SECOND YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 213	School Guidance and Counselling	2
EDU 311	Educational Psychology II	2
EDU 325	Teaching Practice I	3
EDU 341	Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage	3
Required Ancillary Courses
ZEB 301	Chordate Zoology I	2
ZEB 311	Basic Animal Physiology	2
BIO 351	General Genetics	2
CED 341	Introduction to Entrepreneurship	2
ZEB 303	Laboratory Techniques	2
TOTAL		20

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses		Title	Unit
EDU 322		Curriculum Implementation and Instruction	3
SED 302		Science education for Special Needs Learners	2
Required Ancillary Courses
BIO 352		Cytogenetics	2
BIO 362		Basic Principles of Ecology	2
CED 342		Business Development and Management	2
ZEB 402		Ethology	2
ZEB 468	Population Genetics		2
TOTAL			15

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

(OPTION B: ZOOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY)

THIRD YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 411	Educational Psychology III	2
EDU 425	Teaching Practice II	3
SED 301	Computer Based Instruction, Simulation & Animation	2
Required Ancillary Courses
ZEB 321	Basic Parasitology	2
ZEB 331	Basic Entomology	2
ZEB 401	Chordate Zoology II	2
ZEB 403	Systematic Zoology and Evolution	2
ZEB 411	Animal Developmental Biology	2
TOTAL		18

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 432	Educational Administration	2
EDU 442	Measurement and Evaluation	3
EDU 490	Research Project	4
Required Ancillary Courses
ZEB 402	Ethology	2
ZEB 404	Small Animal Production	2
ZEB 452	Animal Ecology	2
ZEB 462	Animal Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics	2
TOTAL		17

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES BASED IN THE DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE EDUCATION

SED 111 – Basic Biology for Education students 2 units

Concept of living things, Organization of life, The cell and its environment, Nutrition, Transport system in living things, Circulatory system in mammals, Sense organs. Hormonal coordination in animals, Plant Hormones, Nervous system/coordination. Genetics and inheritance, Ecology, Energy Relationships in the environment, Drugs and drug abuse, First Aids.

SED 102: Introduction to Science Education 2 Units

The meaning of science and science education. The concept of science education for all. Science education for national development, importance of science education philosophy of science, the scientific methods and science ethics are discussed. The possibility of science education for all is discussed. Science education and national development are reviewed and the importance of science education for human and national development are discussed. Students’ performance in science generally and chemistry in particular. Implications of students’ performance in chemistry for national development. The relationship between science and technology; the relationship between science and society, Research in science education are discussed.

SED 201: Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students 2 Units

SED 206: Environmental Issues in Science and Technology Education 2 Units

This course deals with science and technology activities as they affect the environment and life support systems. It discusses environmental degradation due to science and technology practices, environmental protection and management of scientific research and development in an environmentally sustainable manner. Thus this course prepares students to understand the various strategies for environmental protection and sustenance in an era of climate change and threat to life and human existence. Objectives of Environmental Education (EE,), Significance of Environmental Education. Ecological Foundation, Concept of Ecosystem. Homeostasis of the Ecosystem, Energy transformations, productivity, population studies, Environmental behaviours and problems, (pollution, deforestation, climate change, erosion, refuse disposal, toxic waste , drug usage and abuse) Problem solving on Environment, Decision-making, Environmental field work, Action research, community/regional resources. Values in Environmental Education. Application of Environmental Education to various subjects. Reforms in Environmental Education.

SED 212: Biology Education Special Methods 3 Units.

This course is concerned with special methods of teaching science as they apply to Biology. It handles the meaning of Biology as a discipline, teaching and learning and learning outcomes assessment. The Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) Biology curriculum and instructional strategies, science learning theories and their application to Biology, classroom management. Teaching/Learning Theories in Science/Biology (Piaget’s theory, David Ausubel’s theory, Brunner’s Theory, Robert Gagne’ s theory, Constructivists’ theory); Applications of these theories in Biology teaching; Method/Strategies and Materials for Biology teaching- (Concept mapping, Cooperative Learning, Demonstration, Field Trips, Project method of teaching, Peer Teaching, Sex Grouping in co-education classes, Discussion method, Competitive learning, Collaborative learning, Problem solving); Teaching Biology to large classes; management of large class sizes; Teaching Mixed ability groups; Preparing to teach Biology (The Curriculum and Scheme of work, the unit plan, Selection of topic for teaching , Lesson plan and lesson planning) , Selection of learning objectives; Relationship among topic, teaching/learning objectives, methods of teaching and materials for teaching and assessment instrument for evaluation; Difficult Concepts/topics in Biology and why they are difficult; Micro Teaching; Design and construction of standard Biology laboratory; Lab organization and management; Procuring resources for Biology teaching; Safety rules in the Biology lab.; Improvisation of Resources for Biology learning; Evaluation of Biology instruction (Paper-pencil test, practical test, Practical Activities observation scale, Biology attitude/interest inventory, using evaluation results to improve Biology learning); Two individual or group term papers.

SED 302: Science Education for Special Needs Learners 2 Units

SED 301: Computer Based Science Instruction 2 Units

EDU 325 Teaching Practice 1 3 Units

First phase of Supervised teaching practice in Science/Biology subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. This course is offered during university vacation only.

EDU 341 Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage 3 Units

Introduction to Educational research: Concepts, types (quantitative and quantitative) scope of each type, problem identification; review of related literature: meaning, rationale, types and sources of literature; referencing format using latest APA; research questions and hypothesis: meaning and types, qualities of good research questions and hypotheses with examples; meaning of population and sample, sampling techniques (probability and non probability); research designs (survey, causal comparative/ex-post facto, experimental, historical, case study and evaluation); instrument for data collection, validity and reliability of instrument; descriptive statistics (organization of data, measurements of central tendency, measures of variability, correlation statistics; inferential statistics (t-test, Z-test, analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, multiple linear regression) type I and II errors; interpreting research results; writing research proposals; writing project reports; Use of computer as a tool in educational research.

EDU 425 Teaching Practice II 3 Units

Second phase of supervised teaching practice in Science/Mathematics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. The course is offered during University vacation only.

EDU 442 Measurement and Evaluation 2 Units

EDU 490 Research Project 4 Units

Individual supervised reading on problems of concern to education, ordinarily culminating in the presentation of a formal paper on one’s selected problems.

REVISED FOUR-YEAR STANDARD UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMME IN CHEMISTRY EDUCATION

Philosophy

The Department of Science Education programmes are developed based on the fundamental beliefs that the student is entitled to acquire profound theoretical and practical knowledge to equip him/her to face the challenges of life in the society, be self reliant, contribute to national development, and meet the challenges of the global world. The programme in Chemistry Education provides a sound academic and professional contents that are aimed at prepare qualified, dedicated and reliable Chemistry teachers, who are knowledgeable in areas of Chemistry education and skilful in instructional designs and classroom management.

Objectives

The Objectives of Chemistry Education programme (B.Sc/Ed.) include to:

produce graduates who are well equipped with the knowledge and skills for teaching Chemistry at senior secondary education level.
produce effective Chemistry teachers who are skilled in instructional designs, delivery and classroom management, as well as in dealing with human learners;.
equip graduates with necessary skills, competencies, intellectual, mental and moral training for a career in Science Education, and Chemistry Education in particular; and
prepare Chemistry graduates teachers to assume responsible and leadership roles in Ministries of Education, Government educational agencies and private educational establishments.

Scope

The degree is acquired through course work and research project report. In addition to the departmental science education courses, students in Chemistry Education are required to take other faculty-wide education courses, broad-based general studies courses, entrepreneurial education courses and subject matter content courses from the relevant cognate departments in which their teaching subjects are based.

Entry Requirement

UTME

In addition to University of Nigeria minimum entry requirements, (five credit passes including English and Mathematics, and a science subject) candidates admitted through UTME into the four-year standard degree programme for Chemistry Education must have at least a credit pass or its equivalent in Chemistry and Physics and any of Biology or Agricultural Science at the SSCE and WASSCE or its equivalent.

Job Opportunities

Students who successfully complete the programme have ample teaching opportunities with the various Ministries of Education and private schools in the country, research institutions, educational training institutes, curriculum development centres and examination bodies. The graduates are also employable in science oriented institutions. Graduates of the programme can also be self-employed in teaching science to private individuals. They can establish their own schools.

Stress Areas

Science Education Foundations	0
Biology Education	1
Chemistry Education	2
Integrated Science	3
Measurement and Evaluation	4
Mathematics Education	5
Physics Education	6
Project	9

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN CHEMISTRY EDUCATION

FIRST YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 103	History of Education	2
SED 101	Foundations of Science Education	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 101	Basic Principles of Inorganic Chemistry	2
CHM 171	Basic Practical Chemistry	2
MTH 111	Elementary Mathematics I	3
MTH 121	Elementary Mathematics II	3
PHY 115	General Physics for Physical Sciences I	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 101	The Use of English I	2
CS 101	Introduction to Computer Science	2
GSP 111	The Use of Library and Study Skills	2
TOTAL		22

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 202	Philosophy of Education	2
SED 102	Introduction to Science Education	2
SED 124	Basic Chemistry for Education Students	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 112	Basic Principles of Physical Chemistry	2
CHM 122	Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry	2
MTH 122	Elementary Mathematics III	3
PHY 118	General Physics for Physical Science III	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 102	The Use of English II	2
GSP 202	Issues in Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies	2
TOTAL		19

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN CHEMISTRY EDUCATION

SECOND YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 211	Educational Psychology I	2
EDU 221	Curriculum Theory and Planning	3
SED 201	Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 201	General Inorganic Chemistry	2
CHM 211	General Physical Chemistry	2
CHM 221	General Organic Chemistry I	2
CHM 273	Practical Organic Chemistry I	2
PHY 191	Practical Physics I	2
MTH 205 GSP 201	Advanced Mathematics 1V The Social Science	2 2
TOTAL		21

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 206	Sociology of Education	2
SED 222	Chemistry Education Special Methods	3
EDU 224	Educational Technology	2
SED 206	Environmental Issues in Science & Technology Education	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 222	General Organic Chemistry II	2
CHM 232	Analytical Chemistry	2
CHM 252	Chemical Process Principles	2
CHM 272	Practical Physical Chemistry I	2
CHM 274	Practical Inorganic Chemistry I	2
COS 304	Computer Applications	2
TOTAL		21

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN CHEMISTRY EDUCATION

THIRD YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 311	Educational Psychology II	2
EDU 325	Teaching Practice I	3
EDU 341	Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage	3
SED 301	Computer Based Instruction, Simulation & Animation	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 301	Inorganic Chemistry I	2
CHM 311	Physical and Structural Chemistry I	2
CHM 321	Organic Chemistry I	2
CHM 373	Practical Organic Chemistry II	2
CED 341	Introduction to Entrepreneurship	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 207	Logic, Philosophy and Humanities Existence I	2
TOTAL		22

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 322	Curriculum Implementation and Instruction	3
SED 302	Science Education for Special Needs Learners	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 302	Inorganic Chemistry II	2
CHM 312	Physical and Structural Chemistry II	2
CHM 314	Physical and Structural Chemistry III	2
CHM 322	Organic Chemistry II	2
CHM 372	Practical Physical Chemistry II	2
CHM 374	Applied Spectroscopy	2
CED 342	Business Development and Management	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 208	Humanities II	2
TOTAL		21

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN CHEMISTRY EDUCATION

FOURTH YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

MAJOR COURSES

Course code	Title	Unit
EDU 411	Educational Psychology II	2
EDU 425	Teaching Practice II	3
EDU 431	Classroom Organization and Management	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 401	Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I	2
CHM 411	Advanced Physical Chemistry I	2
CHM 421	Advanced Organic Chemistry I	2
CHM 431	Modern Analytical Techniques	2
CHM 451	Chemical Process Technology II	2
TOTAL		17

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code	Title	Unit
EDU 432	Educational Administration	2
EDU 442	Educational Measurement and Evaluation	3
EDU 490	Research Project	4
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 324	Organic chemistry IV	2
CHM 402	Advanced Inorganic Chemistry II	2
CHM 412	Advanced Physical Chemistry II	2
CHM 422	Advanced Organic Chemistry II	2
TOTAL		17

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES BASED IN SCIENCE EDUCATION

SED 101: Foundations of Science Education 2 Units

SED 102: Introduction to Science Education 2 Units

SED 124: Basic Chemistry for Education Students 2 Units

This course is meant to get Chemistry education students familiar with the current Chemistry curriculum they would be implementing in secondary schools. It is meant to address the various difficult contents of school Chemistry curriculum so as to improve the knowledge and skills of teachers in training in these content areas for more fruitful teaching at SSCE level.

SED 201: Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students 2 Units

Treatment of Basic Mathematics topics, including: Modular Arithmetic, Estimation and approximation, Directed Numbers, Equations, Graph work on equations, Data presentation (Frequency, Tables, Pie Chart, Bar Chart, Pictogram, Measures of central tendency and dispersion, change of subject of formula, Inequalities, Trigonometry.

SED 206: Environmental Issues in Science and Technology Education 2 Units

SED 222: Chemistry Education Special Methods 2 Units

Meaning of teaching; Meaning of learning; Meaning of Chemistry teaching and learning; Objectives of the Nigerian Secondary School Chemistry Curriculum; The Differences between the Chemistry Curriculum and the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) syllabus; Teaching/Learning Theories in Science/Chemistry (Piaget’s theory, David Ausubel’s theory, Brunner’s Theory, Robert Gagne’ s theory, Constructivists’ theory); Applications of these theories in Chemistry teaching; Method/Strategies and Materials for Chemistry teaching- (Concept mapping, Cooperative Learning, Demonstration, Field Trips, Project method of teaching, Peer Teaching, Sex Grouping in co-education classes, Discussion method, Competitive learning, Collaborative learning, Problem solving); Teaching Chemistry to large classes; management of large class sizes; Teaching Mixed ability groups; Preparing to teach Chemistry (The Curriculum and Scheme of work, the unit plan, Selection of topic for teaching , Lesson plan and lesson planning) , Selection of learning objectives; Relationship among topic, teaching/learning objectives, methods of teaching and materials for teaching and assessment instrument for evaluation; Difficult Concepts/topics in Chemistry and why they are difficult; Micro Teaching; Design and construction of standard Chemistry laboratory; Lab organization and management; Procuring resources for Chemistry teaching; Safety rules in the Chemistry lab.; Improvisation of Resources for Chemistry learning; Evaluation of Chemistry instruction (Paper-pencil test, practical test, Practical Activities observation scale, Chemistry attitude/interest inventory, using evaluation results to improve Chemistry learning); Two individual or group term papers.

SED 301: Computer Based Science Instruction, simulation and Animation 2 Units

SED 302: Science Education for Special Needs Learners 2 Units

EDU 325 Teaching Practice 1 3 Units

First phase of Supervised teaching practice in Science/Chemistry subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. This course is offered during university vacation only.

EDU 341 Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage 3 Units

Second phase of supervised teaching practice in Science/Mathematics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. The course is offered during University vacation only.

EDU 442 Measurement and Evaluation 2 Units

This course exposes student teachers to basic concepts and techniques for assessing students’ learning outcomes. it will introduce the student teacher to basic concepts, continuous assessment, types of educational and psychological instruments, development, administration, grading, scoring and interpretation of scores for such instruments using appropriate statistical tools.

EDU 490 Research Project 4 Units

Individual supervised reading on problems of concern to education, ordinarily culminating in the presentation of a formal paper on one’s selected problems.

REVISED THREE-YEAR STANDARD UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMME IN CHEMISTRY EDUCATION

Entry Requirement

Direct Entry (DE).

Direct entry candidates who are admitted into the three-year standard degree programme must hold one of the following qualifications:

Advanced level certificate in WASSCE or the principal level certificate in HSC Certificate in at least two science subjects, including Chemistry.
Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE), Chemistry and Chemistry combinations with at least a merit pass and other relevant diplomas approved by university senate such as associateship certificate in education, health education etc.

Job Opportunities

Students who successfully complete the programme have ample teaching opportunities with the various Ministries of Education and private schools in the country, research institutions, educational training institutes, curriculum development centres and examination bodies. The graduates are also employable in science oriented institutions. Graduates of the programme can also be self-employed in teaching science to private individuals. They can establish their own schools.

Stress Areas

Science Education Foundations	0
Biology Education	1
Chemistry Education	2
Integrated Science	3
Measurement and Evaluation	4
Mathematics Education	5
Physics Education	6
Project	9

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN CHEMISTRY EDUCATION

FIRST YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 211	Educational Psychology I	2
EDU 221	Curriculum Theory and Planning	3
SED 124	Basic Chemistry for Education Students	2
SED 201	Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 201	General Inorganic Chemistry	2
CHM 211	General Physical Chemistry	2
CHM 221	General Organic Chemistry I	2
CHM 273	Practical Organic Chemistry I	2
CS 101 GSP 101 TOTAL	Introduction to Computer Science The Use of English I	2 2 21

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code	Title	Unit
Major Courses
SED 222	Chemistry Education Special Methods	3
EDU 224	Educational Technology	2
SED 102	Introduction to Science Education	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 222	General Organic Chemistry II	2
CHM 232	Analytical Chemistry	2
CHM 252	Chemical Process Principles	2
CHM 272	Practical Physical Chemistry I	2
CHM 274	Practical Inorganic Chemistry I	2
COS 304 MTH 206 GSP 102	Computer Applications Advanced Mathematics IV The Use of English II	2 2 2
TOTAL		23

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN EDUCATION/CHEMISTRY

YEAR II

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 311	Educational Psychology II	2
EDU 325	Teaching Practice I	3
EDU 341	Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage	3
SED 301	Computer Based Instruction, Simulation and Animation	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 301	Inorganic Chemistry I	2
CHM 311	Physical and Structural Chemistry I	2
CHM 321	Organic Chemistry I	2
CHM 373	Practical Organic Chemistry II	2
CED 341	Introduction to Entrepreneurship	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 207	Humanities I	2
TOTAL		22

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 322	Curriculum Implementation and Instruction	3
SED 206	Environmental Issues in Science & Tech Education	2
EDU206	Sociology of Education	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 302	Inorganic Chemistry II	2
CHM 312	Physical and Structural Chemistry II	2
CHM 314	Physical and Structural Chemistry III	2
CHM 322	Organic Chemistry II	2
CHM 372	Practical Physical Chemistry II	2
CHM 374	Applied Spectroscopy	2
CED 342	Business Development and Management	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 208	Humanities II	2
TOTAL		23

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN EDUCATION/CHEMISTRY

THIRD YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 411	Educational Psychology III	2
EDU 425	Teaching Practice II	3
EDU 431	Classroom Organization and Management	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 401	Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I	2
CHM 411	Advanced Physical Chemistry I	2
CHM 421	Advanced Organic Chemistry I	2
CHM 431	Modern Analytical Techniques	2
CHM 451	Chemical Process Technology II	2
TOTAL		17

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code	Title	Unit
EDU 432	Educational Administration	2
EDU 442	Educational Measurement and Evaluation	3
EDU 490	Research Project	4
SED 302	Science Education for Special Needs Learners	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 324	Organic chemistry IV	2
CHM 402	Advanced Inorganic Chemistry II	2
CHM 412	Advanced Physical Chemistry II	2
CHM 422	Advanced Organic Chemistry II	2
TOTAL		19

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES BASED IN SCIENCE EDUCATION

SED 101: Foundations of Science Education 2 Units

This course introduces to the students the meaning of science and science education, as well as education in science. The philosophical, sociological, Historical and psychological foundations of science and science education, the scientific methods and science ethics are discussed. Scientific Knowledge and knowledge getting process. Making students apply their science learning in everyday life, and strategies for improving scientific literacy. The possibility of science education for all is discussed.

SED 102: Introduction to Science Education 2 Units

SED 124: Basic Chemistry for Education Students 2 Units

SED 201: Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students 2 Units

SED 206: Environmental Issues in Science and Technology Education 2 Units

SED 222: Chemistry Education Special Methods 2 Units

SED 301: Computer Based Science Instruction, simulation and Animation 2 Units

SED 302: Science Education for Special Needs Learners 2 Units

EDU 325 Teaching Practice 1 3 Units

First phase of Supervised teaching practice in Science/Chemistry subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. This course is offered during university vacation only.

EDU 341 Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage 3 Units

Second phase of supervised teaching practice in Science/Mathematics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. The course is offered during University vacation only.

EDU 442 Measurement and Evaluation 2 Units

This course exposes student teachers to basic concepts and techniques for assessing students’ learning outcomes. it will introduce the students teacher to basic concepts, continuous assessment, types of educational and psychological instruments, development, administration, grading, scoring and interpretation of scores for such instruments using appropriate statistical tools.

EDU 490 Research Project 4 Units

Individual supervised reading on problems of concern to education, ordinarily culminating in the presentation of a formal paper on one’s selected problems.

REVISED FOUR-YEAR STANDARD UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMME IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE EDUCATION

Philosophy

The Department of Science Education programmes are developed based on the fundamental assumptions that the student is entitled to acquire profound theoretical and practical knowledge to equip him/her to face the challenges of life in the society, be self reliance, contribute to national development, and meet the challenges of the global world. The programme in Integrated Science Education provides a sound academic and professional contents that are aimed to prepare a crop of qualified, dedicated and reliable Integrated Science teachers, who are knowledgeable in areas of Basic Science Education and skilful in instructional designs and classroom management.

Objectives

The Objectives of Integrated Science Education programme (B.Sc/Ed.) include to:

produce graduates who are well equipped with the knowledge and skills for teaching Basic Science at lower, middle and upper basic education levels.
produce effective basic science teachers who are skilled in instructional designs, delivery and classroom management, as well as in dealing with human learners;.
equip graduates with necessary skills, competencies, intellectual, mental and moral training for a career in Science Education; and
prepare Integrated science graduates to assume responsible, and leadership roles in Ministries of Education, Government educational agencies and private educational establishments.

Scope

The degree is acquired through course work and research project report. In addition to the departmental courses, students of the Department of Science Education are required to take other faculty-wide courses, general educational foundation courses, broad-based general studies courses, entrepreneurial education courses and courses from the various cognate departments in which their teaching subjects are based.

Entry Requirement

There are two modes of Entry: Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE)

UTME

In addition to University of Nigeria minimum entry requirements, (five credit passes in English language and Mathematics, and a science subject) candidates admitted by UTME into the four-year standard degree programme for Integrated Science Education must have at least a credit pass or its equivalent in Chemistry and Biology, and any of Physics or Agricultural Science at the SSCE NECO and WASSCE level, or its equivalent.

Job Opportunities

Stress Areas

Science Education Foundations	0
Biology Education	1
Chemistry Education	2
Integrated Science	3
Measurement and Evaluation	4
Mathematics Education	5
Physics Education	6
Project	9

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE EDUCATION

FIRST YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 103	History of Education	2
SED 101	Foundation of Science Education	2
ITS 131	Introduction to Integrated Science	2
ITS 133	Fundamental Concept of Matter and Energy	2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 111	Elementary Mathematics I	3
PHY 111	General Physics for Life Science	2
CHM 101	Basic Principles of Inorganic Chemistry	2
BIO 151	General Biology	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 101	The Use of English I	2
GSP 111 CS 101	Use of Library and Study Skills Introduction to Computer Science	2 2
TOTAL		23

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 202	Philosophy of Education	2
SED 102	Introduction to Science Education	2
ITS 132	Transformation of Matter	3
ITS 134	Life Science	3
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 112	Basic Principles of Physical Chemistry	2
BIO 152	General Biology II	3
MCB 102	Introduction to Microbiology	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 102	The Use of English II	2
TOTAL		19

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE EDUCATION

SECOND YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 211	Educational Psychology I	2
EDU 221	Curriculum Theory and Planning	3
SED 201	Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students	2
ITS 231	Science and Society	2
ITS 233	The Physics of Chemical Systems I	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 103	General Physics for Engineering and Physical Science	2
MTH 113	General Mathematics II	3
PHY 191	Practical Physics	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 201	The Social Sciences	2

TOTAL		20

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
SED 232	Integrated Science Education Special Methods	3
EDU 224	Educational Technology	2
ITS 232	The Chemistry of Biological Systems I	3
SED 206	Environmental Issues in Science & Tech. Education	2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 114	General Mathematics	3
PHY 112	Fundamentals of Physics	3
CHM 122	Basic Principles of Chemistry	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 202	Issues in Peace and Conflict Resolution	2
TOTAL		20

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE EDUCATION

THIRD YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 311	Educational Psychology II	2
EDU 325	Teaching Practice I	3
EDU 341	Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage	3
ITS 331	Introduction to Biogeography	2
ITS 337	Space Science	2
SED 301	Computer Based Instruction, Simulation & Animation	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 201	General Inorganic Chemistry	2
BIO 351	General Genetics	2
CED 341	Introduction to Entrepreneurship	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 207	Humanities I	2
TOTAL		22

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 206	Sociology of Education	2
EDU 322	Curriculum Implementation and Instruction	3
EDU 324	Pre-School Education	2
SED 302	Science Education for Special Needs Learners	2
ITS 332	Introduction to Biophysics	2
ITS 334	The Chemistry of Biological Systems II	2
Required Ancillary Courses
GEO 104	Applied Geology for Environmental and Physical Sciences	2
COS 304	Computer Applications	2
CED 342	Business Development and Management	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 208	Humanities II	2

TOTAL		21

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE EDUCATION

FOURTH YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 411	Educational Psychology III	2
EDU 425	Teaching Practice II	3
EDU 431	Classroom Organisation and Management	2
ITS 431	Energy Sources and Transformation	2
ITS 437	Workshop Practice	2
ITS 433	Environmental Pollution	3
Required Ancillary Courses
ZEB 303	Laboratory Techniques	2
ZEB 351	Climate Change and Animal Biodiversity	2
TOTAL		18

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 432	Educational Administration	2
EDU 442 ITS 432	Measurement and Evaluation Industrial Processes	3 2
ITS 434	Analytical Processes	2
ITS 436 EDU 490	Our Natural Environment Research Project	2 4
Required Ancillary Course
CHM 392	Chemical Industry and the Environment	2
TOTAL		17

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES BASED IN THE DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE EDUCATION

SED 101: Foundations of Science Education 2 Units

SED 102: Introduction to Science Education 2 Units

This course introduces the students the meaning of science and science education, as well as education in science. The philosophy of science, the scientific methods and science ethics are discussed. Making students apply their science learning in everyday life and strategies for improving scientific literacy. The possibility of science education for all is discussed. Science education and national development are reviewed and the importance of science education for human and national development is discussed. Students’ performance in science and its implication for national development are appreciated, Strategies for improving students’ performance in science.

SED 201: Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students 2 Units

SED 206: Environmental Issues in Science and Technology Education 2 Units

Objectives of Environmental education (EE), Ecological Foundation: Concept of Ecosystem; homeostasis of the ecosystem; the energy environment; productivity; population level, awareness of many aspects of environmental behaviours and problems, e.g. pollution, deforestation, overpopulation and under-population. Erosion, refuse disposal, toxic waste, drug usage and abuse; cognitive processes; skills; problem solving, decision making games and simulation, field work, action research, workshop materials, local, community/regional resources, values in environmental education; Curriculum Development in Environmental education.

SED 232 Integrated Science Education Special Methods 3 Units

The special techniques and methods applicable to teaching Science/Mathematics subjects in the various schools to students of different age and ability levels. Being a central course in science methods of teaching would reflect the very nature of science. Central themes would form the key concepts in teaching methods. Materials for teaching Integrated Science, Learning theories in Science Education, The Integrated Science Curriculum, syllabus, the scheme of work, Unit plan, Lesson pan and lesson planning, Objectives of Integrated Science, the science laboratory, laboratory organization, stocking and safety,

SED 301 Computer Based Instruction, Simulation and Animation 2 Units

SED 302 Science Education for Special Needs Learners 2 Units

This course considers the need for science education for all citizens, including the special needs learners, who constitute the disadvantaged in science education. The disadvantaged are identified, especially in normal classrooms. The reasons for their disadvantage are discussed, and strategies for making science education accessible to special needs learners are discussed and appreciated.

ITS 133 Introduction to Integrated Science 3 Units

Meaning of Integrated Science, History development of Integrated Science. The philosophy of Integrated Science. The origin of segregation in the sciences is discussed. The advantages and disadvantages of Integration in Science. The scientific method. The Interface of Science and Culture, Science and superstition, science and technology. The importance of science education for all citizens. The importance of science in national development. The scientific method, and science Process skills, Science ethics/attitudes. The appropriate approach to integrated science teaching.

ITS 131 Fundamental Concepts of Matter and Energy 3 Units

Forms of energy in physical, chemical and biological system. Materials; structure, mechanical, thermal, electrical, an optical property. Mechanics: statics and dynamics, circular motion and gravitation, mechanical oscillations, fluids at rest. Fields; Electric, magnetic and gravitational field, electromagnetism. Wages: Generation, types and properties, simple waves equation, propagation, energy transport by waves. Resources, Electromagnetic waves. Particulate theory. Kinetic theory, atomic structure, nuclear structure. Radioactivity. Types of radioisotopes and uses.

ITS 132 Transformation of Matter 2 Units

Basic structure of the atom, laws of Chemical combination the mole concept, electronic configurations, classification of elements, thermo-chemistry and electrochemical Chemical Kinetics and their implications in physical/biological processes. States of Matter, nature of solution and basic concepts of organic chemical systems.

ITS 134 Life Science 3 Units

Characteristics of living things. Classification of matter into living and non-living things. The diversity of living organisms: structure, mode of life, life cycle and economic importance of selected member of each of plant and animal groups. Cells: Structures, function and organization. Physiological processes in plants and animals. Food manufacture and utilization. Reproduction and maintenance of life environment and man.

ITS 231 Science and Society 3 Units

Philosophy of Science Education; History of Science Education; Justification of Science Education for all. Impact of Science on society; limitations of science; Scientific literacy, Scientific Revolution and world power politics; Relationship between science and technology.

ITS 232 The Chemistry of Biological Systems I 3 Units

The classification, structure, chemical reactions and physiological functions of compounds such as carbohydrate, amino acids and proteins. The role of enzymes in the activities of the body. ATP as the form in which living things produce energy during metabolism. Biochemical processes by which solar energy is converted into chemical bond energies.

ITS 233 The Physics of Chemical Systems I 2 Units

Structure and behaviour of molecules. The nature of matter in various states and the energy basis of these states. General nature of matter-energy interactions and their implications. Calorimetric.

The laws of thermodynamics and thermochemical equation. Entropy and direction of chemical change. The concepts of free energy. Physical equilibra and membrance as reaction rates and mechanisms, and their biological applications with special reference to enzymes. Rates of transport processes.

ITS 331 Introduction to Biogeography 2 Units

The species concept and the taxonomic hierarchy, character of selected families of flowering plants and animals. General methods of mapping, distribution; patterns and factors of distribution of biological unit and the theory of tolerance. The vegetation of Nigeria: Physiology and floristic competition.

ITS 334 The Chemistry of Biological Systems II 2 Units

Mineral metabolism. Organ interplay in the metabolism of living things. Protein synthesis. Biological control processes. Elements of nutrition. The chemistry of tissues. DNA and the structure of the genetic materials. Replication, transcription and translation of genetic information.

ITS 432 Our Natural Environment 2 Units

The earth: Internal structure, composition and origin. Climatic and atmospheric phenomena; climate change and adaption, physiographic and biotic factors. Interactions between the physical factors of the environment and environment and living things.

ITS 337 Space Science 2 Units

The Upper atmosphere: The moon, the solar system and galaxies. Space exploration. Extra-terrestrial life. Space and the future of man.

ITS 332 Introduction to Biophysics 2 Units

Physics basis of life. Cell theory and structure of protoplasm. Cell ultrastructure in relation to function. Cellular dynamics and responses. Chemical characterization of major biomolecules. Molecular configurations, synthetic and biological polymers. Interactions of biomolecules with radiant energy; spectroscopic analysis. Respiratory energy transformation and membranes transport.

ITS 431 Energy Sources and Transformation 2 Units

Physical basis of life. Cell theory and structure of protoplasm. Cell ultrastructure in relation to function. Cellular dynamics and responses. Chemical characterization of major biomolecules. Molecular configurations, synthetic and biological polymers. Interactions of biomolecules with radiant energy; spectroscopic analysis. Respiratory energy transformation and membrane transport.

ITS 437 Workshop Practice 2 Units

Use of simple tools needed for basic carpentry, glass cutting, blowing and soldering. Ceramics. Improvisation, production and care of simple apparatus and teaching aids.

ITS 432 Industrial Processes 2 Units

Petroleum and petroleum products, man-made, textile fibres, soap and synthesis detergents, industrial gases. Fertilizer, insecticide and pharmaceutical industries.

ITS 434 Analytical Processes 2 Units

Experimental techniques of quantitative of quantitative analysis: acid-base, precipitation and redox titrations, Gravimetric determinations. Qualitative analysis; semi-microtechnique, calorimetric spectrophotometric. Extraction, purification and identification of carbohydrates, essential oils, alkaloids, steroids, and caroteriods. Analysis of human blood components.

ITS 433 Environmental Pollution 2 Units

Source of pollutants; hazards of pollution; methods of determining environmental quality. Air, water and land pollution; causes and control. Effects of pollution on economic growth. Environmental health.

EDU 325 Teaching Practice I 2 Units

First phase of Supervised teaching practice in Science/Integrated subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. This course is offered during university vacation only.

EDU 341 Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage 3 Units

EDU 425 Teaching Practice II 3 Units

Second phase of supervised teaching practice in Science/Mathematics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. The course is offered during University vacation only.

EDU 442 Measurement and Evaluation 2 Units

Types of educational and psychological tests. Introductory statistical concepts. Construction of different types of assessment instruments: Objective and essay type items. Test validity and reliability. Construction of non-testing assessment instruments. School, national and selected foreign test programmes.

EDU 490 Research Project 4 Units

Individual Supervised Reading on Problems of Concern to Education, Ordinarily Culminating in The presentation of a formal paper on one’s selected problems.

REVISED THREE-YEAR STANDARD UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMME IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE EDUCATION

Entry Requirement

Direct Entry (DE)

Direct entry candidates who are admitted into the three-year standard degree programme must hold one of the following qualifications:

Advanced level certificate in WASSCE or the principal level certificate in HSC Certificate in at least two science subjects, including Biology.
Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE), Biology or Chemistry, and Biology/Chemistry combinations with at least a merit pass level, and other relevant diplomas approved by university senate such as associateship certificate in education, health education etc.

Job Opportunities

Stress Areas

Science Education Foundations	0
Biology Education	1
Chemistry Education	2
Integrated Science	3
Measurement and Evaluation	4
Mathematics Education	5
Physics Education	6
Project	9

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE EDUCATION

FIRST YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 211	Educational Psychology I	2
EDU 221	Curriculum Theory and Planning	3
SED 201	Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students	2
ITS 231	Science and Society	2
ITS 233	The Physics of Chemical Systems I	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 103	General Physics for Engineering and Physical Sciences	2

General Studies	Course
CS 101 Introduction to Computer Science GSP 101 The Use of English I		2 2
GSP 111 GSP 201	The Use of Library and Study Skills The Social Sciences	2 2
TOTAL		21

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
SED 232	Integrated Science Special Methods	3
EDU 224	Educational Technology	2
ITS 232	The Chemistry of Biological Systems I	3
SED 102	Introduction to Science Education	2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 114	General Mathematics	3
PHY 112	Fundamentals of Physics	3
CHM 122	Basic Principles of Chemistry	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 102 GSP 202	The Use of English II Issues in Peace and Conflict Resolution	2 2
TOTAL		22

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE EDUCATION

SECOND YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 311	Educational Psychology 11	2
EDU 325	Teaching Practice 1	3
EDU 341	Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage	3
ITS 331	Introduction to Biogeography	2
ITS 337	Space Science	2
SED 301	Computer Based Instruction, Simulation & Animation	2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 201	General Inorganic Chemistry	2
BIO 351	General Genetics	2
CED 341	Introduction to Entrepreneurship	2
General Studies Course
GSP 207	Humanities 1	2
TOTAL		22

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 206	Sociology of Education	2
EDU 322	Curriculum Implementation and Instruction	3
EDU 324	Pre-School Education	2
SED 206	Environmental Issues in Science & Tech. Education	2
ITS 332	Introduction to Biophysics	2
ITS 334	The Chemistry of Biological Systems 11	2
Required Ancillary Courses
GEO 104	Applied Geology for Environmental and Physical Sciences	2
COS 304	Computer Applications	2
CED 342	Business Development and Management	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 208	Humanities 11	2
TOTAL		21

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE EDUCATION

THIRD YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 411	Educational Psychology 111	2
EDU 425	Teaching Practice 11	3
EDU 431	Classroom Organisation and Management	2
ITS 431	Energy Sources and Transformation	2
ITS 437	Workshop Practice	2
ITS 433	Environmental Pollution	3
Required Ancillary Courses
ZEB 303	Laboratory Techniques	2
ZEB 351	Climate Change and Animal Biodiversity	2
TOTAL		18

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code		Title	Unit
EDU 432	Educational Administration		2
EDU 442	Measurement and Evaluation		3
EDU 490	Research Project		4
SED 302	Science Education for Special Needs learners		2
ITS 432	Industrial Processes		2
ITS 434	Analytical Processes		2
ITS 436	Our Natural Environment		2
Required Ancillary Courses
CHM 392	Chemical Industry and the Environment		2
TOTAL			19

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES BASED IN THE DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE EDUCATION

SED 102: Introduction to Science Education 2 Units

SED 201: Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students 2 Units

SED 206: Environmental Issues in Science and Technology Education 2 Units

SED 232 Integrated Science Education Special Methods 3 Units

This course is concerned with special methods of teaching science as they apply to Integrated science. It handles the meaning of Integrated science as a discipline, teaching and learning and learning outcomes assessment. The Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) Integrated science curriculum and instructional strategies, science learning theories and their application to Integrated science, classroom management. Teaching/Learning Theories in Science/Integrated science (Piaget’s theory, Schema theory, David Ausubel’s theory, Brunner’s Theory, Robert Gagne’ s theory, Constructivists’ theory); Applications of these theories in Integrated science teaching; Method/Strategies and Materials for Integrated science teaching- (Concept mapping, Cooperative Learning, Demonstration, Field Trips, Project method of teaching, Peer Teaching, Sex Grouping in co-education classes, Discussion method, Competitive learning, Collaborative learning, Problem solving); Teaching Integrated science to large classes; management of large class sizes; Teaching Mixed ability groups; Preparing to teach Integrated science (The Curriculum and Scheme of work, the unit plan, Selection of topic for teaching , Lesson plan and lesson planning) , Selection of learning objectives; Relationship among topic, teaching/learning objectives, methods of teaching and materials for teaching and assessment instrument for evaluation; Difficult Concepts/topics in Integrated science and why they are difficult; Micro Teaching; Design and construction of standard Integrated science laboratory; Lab organization and management; Procuring resources for Integrated science teaching; Safety rules in the Integrated science lab.; Improvisation of Resources for Integrated science learning; Evaluation of Integrated science instruction (Paper-pencil test, practical test, Practical Activities observation scale, Integrated science attitude/interest inventory, using evaluation results to improve Integrated science learning); Two individual or group term papers.

SED 301 Computer Based Instruction, Simulation and Animation 2 Units

SED 302 Science Education for Special Needs Learners 2 Units

ITS 231 Science and Society 3 Units

History of science. Impact of Science on man and social justifications ad limitations of science. Scientific revolution and world power politics.

ITS 232 The Chemistry of Biological Systems I 3 Units

ITS 233 The Physics of Chemical Systems I 2 Units

Structure and behaviour of molecules. The nature of matter in various states and the energy basis of these states. General nature of matter-energy interactions and their implications. Calorimetric. The laws of thermodynamics and thermochemical equation. Entropy and direction of chemical change. The concepts of free energy. Physical equilibra and membrane as reaction rates and mechanisms, and their biological applications with special reference to enzymes. Rates of transport processes.

ITS 331 Introduction to Biogeography 2 Units

ITS 334 The Chemistry of Biological Systems II 2 Units

ITS 432 Our Natural Environment 2 Units

The earth: Internal structure, composition and origin. Climatic and atmospheric phenomena; adaptive, physiographic and biotic factors. Interactions between the factors of the environment.

ITS 337 Space Science 2 Units

The Upper atmosphere: The moon, the solar system and galaxies. Space exploration. Extra-terrestrial life. Space and the future of man.

ITS 332 Introduction to Biophysics 2 Units

ITS 431 Energy Sources and Transformation 2 Units

ITS 437 Workshop Practice 2 Units

Use of simple tools needed for basic carpentry, glass cutting, blowing and soldering. Ceramics. Improvisation, production and care of simple apparatus and teaching aids.

ITS 432 Industrial Processes 2 Units

Petroleum and petroleum products, man-made, textile fibres, soap and synthesis detergents, industrial gases. Fertilizer, insecticide and pharmaceutical industries.

ITS 434 Analytical Processes 2 Units

ITS 433 Environmental Pollution 2 Units

EDU 325 Teaching Practice I 2 Units

First phase of Supervised teaching practice in Science/Integrated subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. This course is offered during university vacation only.

EDU 341 Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage 3 Units

EDU 425 Teaching Practice II 3 Units

Second phase of supervised teaching practice in Science/Mathematics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. The course is offered during University vacation only.

EDU 442 Measurement and Evaluation 2 Units

EDU 490 Research Project 4 Units

Individual Supervised Reading on Problems of Concern to Education, Ordinarily Culminating in the presentation of a formal paper on one’s selected problems.

REVISED FOUR-YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

Philosophy

The Department of Science Education programmes are developed based on the fundamental assumptions that the student is entitled to acquire profound theoretical and practical knowledge to equip him/her to face the challenges of life in the society, be self reliance, contribute to national development, and meet the challenges of the global world. The programme in Mathematics Education provides a sound academic and professional contents that are aimed at preparing qualified, dedicated and reliable Mathematics teachers, who are knowledgeable in areas of Mathematics education and skilful in instructional designs and classroom management.

Objectives

The Objectives of Mathematics Education programmes (B.Sc/Ed.) include to:

produce graduates who are well equipped with the knowledge and skills for teaching Mathematics at senior secondary education level.
produce effective mathematics teachers who are skilled in instructional designs, delivery and classroom management, as well as in dealing with human learners;
equip graduates with necessary skills, competencies, intellectual, mental and moral training for a career in Science Education; and
prepare Mathematics graduates to assume responsible, and leadership roles in Ministries of Education, Government and private educational establishments.

Scope

The degree is acquired through course work and research project report. In addition to the departmental courses, students of the Department of Science Education are required to take other faculty-wide courses, general educational foundation courses, broad-based general studies courses including entrepreneurial courses and courses from the various cognate departments in which their teaching subjects are based.

Entry Requirement

UTME

In addition to University of Nigeria minimum entry requirements, (five credit passes including English and Mathematics, and a science subject) candidates admitted by UTME into the four-year degree programme for Mathematics Education must have at least a credit pass or its equivalent in Chemistry and Physics and any one of Mathematics Biology or Agricultural Science at the SSCE NECO and WASSCE or its equivalent.

Job Opportunities

Students who successfully complete the programme have ample teaching opportunities with the various Ministries of Education and private schools in the country, research institutions, educational institutions, curriculum centres and examination bodies. The graduates are also employable in science oriented institutions. Graduates of the programme can also be self-employed in teaching Mathematics privately and establishing their own schools.

Stress Areas

Science Education Foundations	0
Biology Education	1
Chemistry Education	2
Integrated Science	3
Measurement and Evaluation	4
Mathematics Education	5
Physics Education	6
Project	9

FOUR-YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

FIRST YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
SED 101	Foundations of Science Education	2
SED 151	Foundation of Mathematics Education	2
EDU 103	History of Education	2
Required Ancillary Course
MTH 111	Elementary Mathematics I	3
MTH 121	Elementary Mathematics II	3
STA 111	Probability I	2
STA 131	Inference I	2
COS 101	Introduction to Computer Science	2
General Studies Course
GSP 101 GSP 111 TOTAL	The Use of English I The Use of Library and Study Skills	2 2 22

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses		Title	Unit
EDU202		Philosophy of Education	2
EDU206		Sociology of Education	2
SED 102		Introduction to Science Education	2
SED 256		History and Philosophy of Mathematics Education	2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH122	Elementary Mathematics III		3
MTH132	Elementary Mechanics I		3
STA 112	Probability II		2
STA 132	Inference II		2
STA 134	Laboratory for Inference I		2
General Studies Course
GSP 102	The Use of English II		2
TOTAL			22

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

SECOND YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 211	Educational Psychology I	2
EDU 221	Curriculum Theory and Planning	3
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 211	Sets, Logic and Algebra	3
MTH 215	Linear Algebra I	2
MTH 231	Elementary Mechanics II	2
STA 211	Probability III	2
COS201	Computer Programming I	2
General Studies Course
GSP201	The Social Sciences	2
TOTAL		18

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 204	Environmental Education	2
SED 206	Environmental Issues in Science & Tech Education	3
SED 252	Mathematics Education Special Methods	2
SED 258	The School Mathematics Laboratory	2
EDU 224	Educational Technology	2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 216	Linear Algebra II	2
MTH 222	Elementary Differential Equation I	3
MTH 224	Introduction to Numerical Analysis	3
STA 212	Probability IV	2
General Studies Course
GSP 202	Issues in Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies	2
TOTAL		23

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

THIRD YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 311	Educational Psychology II	2
EDU 325	Teaching Practice I	3
EDU 341	Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage	3
SED 301	Computer Based Instruction, Simulation & Animation	2
Required Ancillary Course
CED 341	Introduction to Entrepreneurship Development	2
MTH 311	Abstract Algebra I	3
MTH 221	Real Analysis I	3
General Studies Course
GSP 207	Humanities I	2
TOTAL		20

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 322	Curriculum Implementation and Instruction	3
SED 302	Science Education for Special Needs Learners	2
SED 354	Teaching Basic and Secondary Mathematics	2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 312	Abstract Algebra II	3
MTH 326	Real Analysis II	3
STA 312	Probability VI	2
STA 232	Inference IV	2
CED 342	Business Development and Management	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 208	Humanities II	2
TOTAL		21

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

FOURTH YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 213	School Guidance and Counselling	2
EDU 411	Educational Psychology III	2
EDU 425	Teaching Practice II	3
EDU 431	Classroom Organisation and Counselling	2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 321	Metric Space Topology	3
MTH 327	Elementary Differential Equation II	3
MTH 323	Complex Analysis I	3

TOTAL		18

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 442	Educational Measurement and Evaluation	3
EDU 490	Research Project	4
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 328	Complex Analysis II	3
MTH 336	Dynamics of Rigid Body	3
MTH 424	General Topology	3
MTH 428	Partial Differential Equation	3
Elective Courses (Any 2 Units from the Following)
EDU 432	Educational Administration	2
EDU 434	Supervision and Instruction	2
TOTAL		21

COURSE DESCRIPTION

SED 102: Introduction to Science Education 2 Units

This course introduces the students the meaning of science and science education, as well as education in science. The philosophy of science, the scientific methods and science ethics are discussed. Making students apply their science learning in everyday and strategies for improving scientific literacy. The possibility of science education for all is discussed. Science education and national development are reviewed and the importance of science education for human and national development are discussed. Students’ performance in science and its implication for national development are appreciated.

SED 151: Foundations of Mathematics Education 2 Units

Psychological theories of learning mathematics as bases for its curricula development and teaching. Impact of technology and society on mathematics curriculum.

SED 206: Environmental Issues in Science and Technology Education 2 Units

SED 252: Mathematics Education Special Methods 3 Units

This course is concerned with special methods of teaching science as they apply to Mathematics. It handles the meaning of Mathematics as a discipline, teaching and learning and learning outcomes assessment. The Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) Mathematics curriculum and instructional strategies, science learning theories and their application to Mathematics, classroom management. Teaching/Learning Theories in Science/Chemistry (Piaget’s theory, David Ausubel’s theory, Brunner’s Theory, Robert Gagne’ s theory, Constructivists’ theory); Applications of these theories in Chemistry teaching; Method/Strategies and Materials for Mathematics teaching- (Concept mapping, Cooperative Learning, Demonstration, Field Trips, Project method of teaching, Peer Teaching, Sex Grouping in co-education classes, Discussion method, Competitive learning, Collaborative learning, Problem solving); Teaching Mathematics to large classes; management of large class sizes; Teaching Mixed ability groups; Preparing to teach Mathematics (The Curriculum and Scheme of work, the unit plan, Selection of topic for teaching , Lesson plan and lesson planning) , Selection of learning objectives; Relationship among topic, teaching/learning objectives, methods of teaching and materials for teaching and assessment instrument for evaluation; Difficult Concepts/topics in Mathematics and why they are difficult; Micro Teaching; Design and construction of standard Mathematics laboratory; Lab organization and management; Procuring resources for Mathematics teaching; Safety rules in the Mathematics lab.; Improvisation of Resources for Mathematics learning; Evaluation of Mathematics instruction (Paper-pencil test, practical test, Practical Activities observation scale, Mathematics attitude/interest inventory, using evaluation results to improve mathematics learning); Two individual or group term papers.

SED 256: History and Philosophy of Mathematics Education 2 Credits

Ancient and contemporary history of mathematics; philosophy of mathematics teaching and learning

SED 258: The School Mathematics Laboratory 2 Units

Concept of school Mathematics laboratory. Objectives of the school mathematics teaching achievable through the use of the laboratory Mathematics. Laboratory design, organisation and management. Safety in the Mathematics Laboratory. Skills description in aspects of laboratory work and construction of basic teaching resources used in the Mathematics laboratory.

SED 301: Computer Based Science Instruction, Simulation and Animation 2 Units

SED 302: Science Education for Special Needs Learners 2 Units

This courses considers the need for science education for all citizens, including the special needs learners, who constitute the disadvantaged in science/Maths education. The disadvantaged are identified, especially in normal classrooms. The reasons for their disadvantage are discussed, and strategies for making science/Maths education accessible to special needs learners are discussed and appreciated.

SED 354: Teaching Basic and Secondary School Mathematics 2 Units

Examining the content, methods, instructional materials and strategies for teaching the basic and secondary school mathematics. Improvisation of Instructional Materials; Evaluation of Achievement in Mathematics Learning and Mathematics instruction.

EDU 325 Teaching Practice I 3 Units

First phase of Supervised teaching practice in Science/Mathematics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. This course is offered during university vacation only.

EDU 341 Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage 3 Units

EDU 425 Teaching Practice II 3 Units

Second phase of supervised teaching practice in Science/Mathematics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. The course is offered during University vacation only.

EDU 442 Measurement and Evaluation 3 Units

This course exposes student teachers to basic concepts and techniques for assessing students’ learning outcomes. it will introduce the student’s teacher to basic concepts, continuous assessment, types of educational and psychological instruments, development, administration, grading, scoring and interpretation of scores for such instruments using appropriate statistical tools.

EDU 490 Research Project 4 Units

Individual supervised reading on problems of concern to education, ordinarily culminating in the presentation of a formal paper on one’s selected problems.

REVISED THREE-YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

Entry Requirement

Direct Entry (DE)

Direct entry candidates who are admitted into the three-year standard degree programme must hold one of the following qualifications:

Advanced level certificate in WASSCE or the principal level certificate in HSC Certificate in at least two science subjects, including Mathematics.
Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE), Mathematics and Mathematics combinations with at least a merit pass and other relevant diplomas approved by university senate such as associateship certificate in education, health education etc.

Job Opportunities

Students who successfully complete the programme have ample teaching opportunities with the various Ministries of Education and private schools in the country, research institutions, educational institutions, curriculum centres and examination bodies. The graduates are also employable in science oriented institutions. Graduates of the programme can also be self-employed in teaching Mathematics privately and establishing their own schools.

Stress Areas

Science Education Foundations	0
Mathematics Education	1
Chemistry Education	2
Integrated Science	3
Measurement and Evaluation	4
Mathematics Education	5
Physics Education	6
Project	9

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

FIRST YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 211	Educational Psychology I	2
EDU 221	Curriculum Theory and Planning	3

Required Ancillary Course
MTH 211	Sets, Logic and Algebra	3
MTH 215	Linear Algebra I	2
MTH 231	Elementary Mechanics II	2
STA 211	Probability III	2
COS 201	Computer Programming I	2
General Studies Course
CS 101 GSP 101 GSP 201	Introduction to Computer Science The Use of English I The Social Sciences	2 2 2
TOTAL		22

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses		Title	Unit
EDU 204		Environmental Education	2
EDU 224		Educational Technology	2
SED 252		Mathematics Education Special Methods	3
SED 102		Introduction to Science Education	2
SED 206		Environmental Issues in Science Education	2
SED 258		The School Mathematics Laboratory	2

Required Ancillary Course
MTH 216	Linear Algebra II		2
MTH 222	Elementary Differential Equation I		3
STA 212	Probability IV		2
General Studies Course
GSP 102 GSP 202	The use of English II Issues in Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies		2 2
TOTAL			24

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

SECOND YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses		Title	Unit
EDU 311		Educational Psychology II	2
EDU 325		Teaching Practice I	3
EDU 341		Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage	3
SED 301		Computer Based Instruction, Simulation & Animation	2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 311	Abstract Algebra I		3
MTH 221	Real Analysis I		2
CED 341	Introduction to Entrepreneurship		2
General Studies Course
GSP 111 GSP 207	The use of Library Humanities I		2 2
TOTAL			21

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses		Title	Unit
EDU 322	Curriculum Implementation and Instruction		3
SED 302	Science Education for Special Needs Learners		2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 312	Abstract Algebra II		3
MTH 326	Real Analysis II		3
STA 312	Probability VI		2
STA 232	Inference IV		2
CED 342	Business Development and Management		2
COS 304	Computer Applications		2
General Studies Course
GSP 208	Humanities II		2
TOTAL			21

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

THIRD YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 213	School Guidance and Counselling	2
EDU 411	Educational Psychology III	2
EDU 425	Teaching Practice II	3
EDU 431	Classroom Organisation and Counselling	2
SED 354	Teaching Basic & Secondary Mathematics	2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 321	Metric Space Topology	3
MTH 327	Elementary Differential Equation II	3
MTH 323 TOTAL	Complex Analysis I	3 20

SECOND SEMESTER

Course code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 442	Educational Measurement and Evaluation	3
EDU 490	Research Project	4
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 328	Complex Analysis II	3
MTH 336	Dynamics of Rigid Body	3
MTH 424	General Topology	3
MTH 428	Partial Differential Equation	3
Elective Courses (Any 2 Units from the Following)
EDU 432	Educational Administration	2
EDU 434	Supervision and Instruction	2
TOTAL		21

COURSE DESCRIPTION

SED 102: Introduction to Science Education 2 Units

This course introduces the students the meaning of science and science education, as well as education in science. The philosophy of science, the scientific methods and science ethics are discussed. Making students apply their science learning in everyday and strategies for improving scientific literacy. The possibility of science education for all is discussed. Science education and national development are reviewed and the importance of science education for human and national development are discussed. Students’ performance in science and its implication for national development are appreciated.

SED 151: Foundations of Mathematics Education 2 Units

Psychological theories of learning mathematics as bases for its curricula development and teaching. Impact of technology and society on mathematics curriculum.

SED 206: Environmental Issues in Science and Technology Education 2 Units

SED 252: Mathematics Education Special Methods 3 Units

This course is concerned with special methods of teaching science as they apply to Mathematics. It handles the meaning of Mathematics as a discipline, teaching and learning and learning outcomes assessment. The Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) Mathematics curriculum and instructional strategies, science learning theories and their application to Mathematics, classroom management. Teaching/Learning Theories in Science/Chemistry (Piaget’s theory, David Ausubel’s theory, Brunner’s Theory, Robert Gagne’ s theory, Constructivists’ theory); Applications of these theories in Chemistry teaching; Method/Strategies and Materials for Mathematics teaching- (Concept mapping, Cooperative Learning, Demonstration, Field Trips, Project method of teaching, Peer Teaching, Sex Grouping in co-education classes, Discussion method, Competitive learning, Collaborative learning, Problem solving); Teaching Mathematics to large classes; management of large class sizes; Teaching Mixed ability groups; Preparing to teach Mathematics (The Curriculum and Scheme of work, the unit plan, Selection of topic for teaching , Lesson plan and lesson planning) , Selection of learning objectives; Relationship among topic, teaching/learning objectives, methods of teaching and materials for teaching and assessment instrument for evaluation; Difficult Concepts/topics in Mathematics and why they are difficult; Micro Teaching; Design and construction of standard Mathematics laboratory; Lab organization and management; Procuring resources for Mathematics teaching; Safety rules in the Mathematics lab.; Improvisation of Resources for Mathematics learning; Evaluation of Mathematics instruction (Paper-pencil test, practical test, Practical Activities observation scale, Mathematics attitude/interest inventory, using evaluation results to improve Mathematics learning); Two individual or group term papers.

SED 258: The School Mathematics Laboratory 2 Units

SED 301: Computer Based Science Instruction, Simulation and Animation 2 Units

SED 302: Science Education for Special Needs Learners 2 Units

SED 354: Teaching Basic and Secondary School Mathematics 2 Units

EDU 325 Teaching Practice I 3 Units

First phase of Supervised teaching practice in Science/Mathematics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. This course is offered during university vacation only.

EDU 341 Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage 3 Units

EDU 425 Teaching Practice II 3 Units

Second phase of supervised teaching practice in Science/Mathematics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. The course is offered during University vacation only.

EDU 442 Measurement and Evaluation 3 Units

EDU 490 Research Project 4 Units

Individual supervised reading on problems of concern to education, ordinarily culminating in the presentation of a formal paper on one’s selected problems.

REVISED FOUR-YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN PHYSICS EDUCATION

Philosophy

The Department of Science Education programmes are developed based on the fundamental assumptions that the student is entitled to acquire profound theoretical and practical knowledge to equip him/her to face the challenges of life in the society, be self reliance, contribute to national development, and meet the challenges of the global world. The programme in Physics Education provides a sound academic and professional contents that are aimed at preparing qualified, dedicated and reliable Physics teachers, who are knowledgeable in areas of Physics education and skilful in instructional designs and classroom management.

Objectives

The Objectives of Physics Education programmes (BSC/ED) includes to:

produce graduates who are well equipped with the knowledge and skills for teaching Physics at senior secondary education level.
produce effective Physics teachers who are skilled in instructional designs, delivery and classroom management, as well as in dealing with human learners;.
equip graduates with necessary skills, competencies, intellectual, mental and moral training for a career in Science Education; and
prepare Physics graduates to assume responsible, and leadership roles in Ministries of Education, Government and private educational establishments.

Scope

The degree is acquired through course work and research project report. In addition to the departmental courses, students of the Department of Science Education are required to take other faculty-wide courses, general educational foundation courses, broad-based general studies courses including entrepreneurial courses and courses from the various cognate departments in which their teaching subjects are based.

Entry Requirement

UTME

In addition to University of Nigeria minimum entry requirements, (five credit passes including English and Mathematics, and a science subject) candidates admitted by UTME into the four-year degree programme for Physics Education must have at least a credit pass or its equivalent in Chemistry and Physics and any of Mathematics or Agricultural Science at the SSCE NECO and WASSCE or its equivalent.

Job Opportunities

Students who successfully complete the programme have ample teaching opportunities with the various Ministries of Education and private schools in the country, research institutions, educational institutions, curriculum centres and examination bodies. The graduates are also employable in science oriented institutions. Graduates of the programme can also be self-employed in teaching science privately and establishing their own schools.

Stress Areas

Science Education Foundations	0
Biology Education	1
Chemistry Education	2
Integrated Science	3
Measurement and Evaluation	4
Mathematics Education	5
Physics Education	6
Project	9

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMMEIN PHYSICS EDUCATION

FIRST YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 103	History of Education	2
SED 101	Foundations of Science Education	2
Required Ancillary Course
PHY 121	Fundamentals of Physics II	3
PHY 195	Practical Physics II	2
MTH 111	Elementary Mathematics I	3
MTH 113	Elementary Mathematics II	3
CHM 101	Basic Principles of Inorganic Chemistry	2
General Studies Courses
GSP 101	The Use of English I	2
CS 101	Introduction to Computer Science	2
GSP 111	The Use of Library and Study Skills	2
TOTAL		23

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 202	Philosophy of Education	2
SED 102	Introduction to Science Education	2
SED 164	Basic Physics for Education Students	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 122	Fundamentals of Physics II	3
PHY 124	Fundamentals of Physics III	3
PHY 196	Practical Physics III	2
MTH 122	Elementary Mathematics III	3
General Studies Courses
GSP 102	The Use of English II	2
GSP 202	Issues in Peace and Conflict Studies	2
TOTAL		21

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN PHYSICS EDUCATION

SECOND YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 211	Educational Psychology I	2
EDU 221	Curriculum Theory and Planning	3
SED 201	Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 211	Structure of Matter	3
PHY 221	Mechanics	2
PHY 241	Waves	3
MTH 251	Electromagnetism	2
COS 201	Computer Programming	2
CHM 171	Basic Practical Chemistry	2
TOTAL		21

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 206	Sociology of Education	2
SED 262	Physics Education Special Method	3
SED 264	Basics Physics for Education Students	2
SED 206	Environmental Issues in Science & Tech. Education	2
EDU 224	Educational Technology	2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 206	Advanced Mathematics	2
PHY 262	Introduction to Atomic and Nuclear Physics	3
PHY 292	Practical Physics IV	2
CHM 112	Basic Principles of Physical Chemistry II	2
CHM122	Basic Principles of Chemistry III	2
Total		22

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMMEIN PHYSICS EDUCATION

THIRD YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 311	Educational Psychology II	2
EDU 325	Teaching Practice I	3
EDU 341	Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage	3
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 321	Relativity Physics	2
PHY 331	Thermal Physics	3
PHY 391	Practical Physics V	2
PHY 393	Workshop Course I (Mechanical)	2
STA 203	Statistics for Engineering and Physical Science	2
CED 341	Introduction to Entrepreneurship	2
General Studies Course
GSP 207	Humanities I	2
TOTAL		23

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 322	Curriculum Implementation and Instruction	3
SED 302	Science Education for Special Needs Learners	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 382	Introduction to Astronomy	3
PHY 392	Practical Physics VI	2
PHY 394	Workshop Course II (Electronics)	2
COS 304	Computer Applications	2
CED 342	Business Development and Management	2
General Studies Course
GSP 208	Humanities II	2
TOTAL		18

FOUR YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMMEIN PHYSICS EDUCATION

FOURTH YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 411	Educational Psychology III	2
EDU 425	Teaching Practice II	3
EDU 431	Classroom Organisation and Management	2
SED 301	Computer Based Instruction, Simulation and Animation	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 351	Electronics	2
PHY 362	Quantum Mechanics I	3
PHY 421	Analytical Mechanics	3
PHY 451	Electromagnetic Theory	2
PHY 491	Practical Physics VII	2
TOTAL		21

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code	Title	Unit
EDU 442	Measurement and Evaluation	3
EDU 490	Research Project	4
EDU 432	Educational Administration	2
SED 302	Science Education for Special Needs Learners	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 416	Solid State Physics	3
PHY 462	Nuclear Physics	3
PHY 492	Practical Physics VIII	2
TOTAL		19

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES BASED IN SCIENCE EDUCATION

SED 101: Foundations of Science Education 2 Units

SED 102: Introduction to Science Education. 2 Units

This course introduces the students the meaning of science and science education, as well as education in science. The philosophy of science, the scientific methods and science ethics are discussed. Making students apply their science learning in everyday and strategies for improving scientific literacy. The possibility of science education for all is discussed. Science education and national development are reviewed and the importance of science education for human and national development are discussed. Students’ performance in science and its implication for national development are appreciated. The relationship between science and technology; science and society, Research in science education.

SED 164 Basic Physics for Science Education 2 Units

Introduction to practical physics: Basic practicals in mechanics, optics, heat, sound and waves and electricity. Introduction to basics concepts in mechanics, optics, heat, sound and waves, electricity and Magnetism, atomic and nuclear physics and physics in technology.

SED 201: Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students 2 Units

SED 206: Environmental Issues in Science and Technology Education 2 Units

SED 262: Special Method (Physics) 3 Units

This course is concerned with special methods of teaching science as they apply to physics. It handles the meaning of physics as a discipline, teaching and learning and learning outcomes assessment. The Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) physics curriculum and instructional strategies, science learning theories and their application to physics, classroom management. Teaching/Learning Theories in Science/physics (Piaget’s theory, Schema theory, David Ausubel’s theory, Brunner’s Theory, Robert Gagne’ s theory, Constructivists’ theory); Applications of these theories in physics teaching; Method/Strategies and Materials for physics teaching- (Concept mapping, Cooperative Learning, Demonstration, Field Trips, Project method of teaching, Peer Teaching, Sex Grouping in co-education classes, Discussion method, Competitive learning, Collaborative learning, Problem solving); Teaching Physics to large classes; management of large class sizes; Teaching Mixed ability groups; Preparing to teach Physics (The Curriculum and Scheme of work, the unit plan, Selection of topic for teaching , Lesson plan and lesson planning) , Selection of learning objectives; Relationship among topic, teaching/learning objectives, methods of teaching and materials for teaching and assessment instrument for evaluation; Difficult Concepts/topics in Physics and why they are difficult; Micro Teaching; Design and construction of standard Physics laboratory; Lab organization and management; Procuring resources for Physics teaching; Safety rules in the Physics lab.; Improvisation of Resources for Physics learning; Evaluation of Physics instruction (Paper-pencil test, practical test, Practical Activities observation scale, Physics attitude/interest inventory, using evaluation results to improve Physics learning); Two individual or group term papers.

SED 302: Science Education for Special Needs Learners 2 Units

SED 301: Computer Based Science Instruction 2 Units

EDU 325 Teaching Practice I 3 Units

First phase of Supervised teaching practice in Science/Physics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. This course is offered during university vacation only.

EDU 341 Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage 3 Units

Second phase of supervised teaching practice in Science/Mathematics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. The course is offered during University vacation only.

EDU 442 Measurement and Evaluation 3 Units

EDU 490 Research Project 4 Units

Individual supervised reading on problems of concern to education, ordinarily culminating in the presentation of a formal paper on one’s selected problems.

REVISED THREE-YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN PHYSICS EDUCATION

Entry Requirement

Direct Entry (DE).

Direct entry candidates who are admitted into the three-year standard degree programme must hold one of the following qualifications:

Advanced level certificate in WASSCE or the principal level certificate in HSC Certificate in at least two science subjects, including Physics.
Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE), Physics and Physics combinations with at least a merit pass and other relevant diplomas approved by university senate such as associateship certificate in education, health education etc.

Job Opportunities

Students who successfully complete the programme have ample teaching opportunities with the various Ministries of Education and private schools in the country, research institutions, educational institutions, curriculum centres and examination bodies. The graduates are also employable in science oriented institutions. Graduates of the programme can also be self-employed in teaching science privately and establishing their own schools.

Stress Areas

Science Education Foundations	0
Biology Education	1
Chemistry Education	2
Integrated Science	3
Measurement and Evaluation	4
Mathematics Education	5
Physics Education	6
Project	9

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMME IN PHYSICS EDUCATION

FIRST YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses		Title	Unit
EDU 211		Educational Psychology I	2
EDU 221		Curriculum Theory and Planning	3
SED 101		Foundations of Science Education	2
SED 201		Mathematics Education for Science Students	2
Required Ancillary courses
PHY 211	Structure of Matter		3
PHY 221	Mechanics		2
PHY 241	Waves		3
PHY 251	Electromagnetism		2
COS 101 GSP 101	Introduction to Computer Science The Use of English I		2 2
TOTAL			23

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 206	Sociology of Education	2
SED 262	Physics Education Special Methods	3
EDU 224	Educational Technology	2
SED 102	Introduction to Science Education	2
SED 164	Basic Physics for Education Students	2
SED 206	Environmental Issues in Science & Tech. Education	2
Required Ancillary Courses
MTH 206	Advanced Mathematics	2
PHY 262	Introduction to Atomic and Nuclear Physics	3
PHY 292 GSP 102	Practical Physics IV The Use of English II	2 2
TOTAL		22

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMMEIN PHYSICS EDUCATION

SECOND YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code	Title	Unit
Major Courses EDU 311	Educational Psychology II	2
EDU 325	Teaching Practice I	3
EDU 341	Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage	3
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 321	Relativity Physics	2
PHY 331	Thermal Physics	3
PHY 391	Practical Physics V	2
PHY 393	Workshop Course I (Mechanical)	2
STA 203	Statistics for Engineering and Physical Science	2
CED 341	Introduction to Entrepreneurship	2
General Studies Course
GSP 207	Humanities	2
TOTAL		23

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code	Title	Unit
EDU 322	Curriculum Implementation and Instruction	3
PHY 382	Introduction to Astronomy	3
PHY 392	Practical Physics VI	2
PHY 394	Workshop Course II (Electronics)	2
COS 304	Computer Applications	2
CED 342	Business Development and Management	2
GSP 208	Humanities II	2
TOTAL		16

THREE YEAR STANDARD DEGREE PROGRAMMEIN PHYSICS EDUCATION

THIRD YEAR

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 411	Educational Psychology III	2
EDU 425	Teaching Practice II	3
EDU 431	Classroom Organisation and Management	2
SED 301	Computer Based Instruction, Simulation & Animation	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 351	Electronics	2
PHY 361	Quantum Mechanics I	3
PHY 421	Analytical Mechanics	2
PHY 451	Electromagnetic Theory	2
PHY 491	Practical Physics VII	2
TOTAL		20

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code Major Courses	Title	Unit
EDU 442	Measurement and Evaluation	3
EDU 492	Research Project	4
EDU 228	Introduction to Special Education	2
SED 302	Science Education for Special Needs Learners	2
EDU 432	Educational Administration	2
Required Ancillary Courses
PHY 462	Nuclear Physics	3
PHY 492	Practical Physics VIII	2
TOTAL		18

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES BASED IN SCIENCE EDUCATION

SED 102: Introduction to Science Education. 2 Units

This course introduces the students the meaning of science and science education, as well as education in science. The philosophy of science, the scientific methods and science ethics are discussed. Making students apply their science learning in everyday and strategies for improving scientific literacy. The possibility of science education for all is discussed. Science education and national development are reviewed and the importance of science education for human and national development are discussed. Students’ performance in science and its implication for national development are appreciated. The relationship between science and technology; science and society, Research in science education.

SED 164 Basic Physics for Science Education 2 Units

SED 201: Basic Mathematics for Science Education Students 2 Units

SED 206: Environmental Issues in Science and Technology Education 2 Units

SED 262: Special Method (Physics) 3 Units

SED 302: Science Education for Special Needs Learners 2 Units

SED 301: Computer Based Science Instruction 2 Units

EDU 325 Teaching Practice I 3 Units

First phase of Supervised teaching practice in Science/Physics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. This course is offered during university vacation only.

EDU 341 Research Methods, Statistics and Computer Usage 3 Units

Second phase of supervised teaching practice in Science/Mathematics subjects in schools, with related school responsibilities. The course is offered during University vacation only.

EDU 442 Measurement and Evaluation 3 Units

EDU 490 Research Project 4 Units

Individual supervised reading on problems of concern to education, ordinarily culminating in the presentation of a formal paper on one’s selected problems.

Key Officers

July 17, 2017September 4, 2018

Prof. Adigwe Joseph Chukwuma – Head of Department
Prof. Madu Barnabas Chidi – Post Graduate coordinator
Dr. Anyaegbunam Ngozi Joannes – Teaching Practice Coordinator
Dr. Ugwuanyi Christian Sunday – Examination Coordinator
Mrs. Ozoguji Modesta Anayochukwu – Secretary
Mrs. Odo MaryAnn Ifeyinwa – Chief Cleaner/Messenger

Admission Requirement

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DEGREE PROGRAMME IN BIOLOGY EDUCATION

Entry Requirement

UTME

Direct Entry (DE).

Direct entry candidates who are admitted into the three-year standard degree programme must hold one of the following qualifications:

Advanced level certificate in WASSCE or the principal level certificate in HSC Certificate in at least two science subjects, including Biology.
Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE), Biology and Biology combinations with at least a merit pass and other relevant diplomas approved by university senate such as associate ship certificate in education, health education etc.

DEGREE PROGRAMME IN CHEMISTRY EDUCATION

Entry Requirement

UTME

In addition to University of Nigeria minimum entry requirements, (five credit passes including English and Mathematics, and a science subject) candidates admitted through UTME into the four-year standard degree programme for Chemistry Education must have at least a credit pass or its equivalent in Chemistry and Physics and any of Biology or Agricultural Science at the SSCE and WASSCE or its equivalent.

Direct Entry (DE).

Direct entry candidates who are admitted into the three-year standard degree programme must hold one of the following qualifications:

Advanced level certificate in WASSCE or the principal level certificate in HSC Certificate in at least two science subjects, including Chemistry.
Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE), Chemistry and Chemistry combinations with at least a merit pass and other relevant diplomas approved by university senate such as associateship certificate in education, health education etc.

DEGREE PROGRAMME IN INTEGRATED SCIENCE EDUCATION

Entry Requirement

There are two modes of Entry: Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE)

UTME

Direct Entry (DE)

Direct entry candidates who are admitted into the three-year standard degree programme must hold one of the following qualifications:

Advanced level certificate in WASSCE or the principal level certificate in HSC Certificate in at least two science subjects, including Biology.
Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE), Biology or Chemistry, and Biology/Chemistry combinations with at least a merit pass level, and other relevant diplomas approved by university senate such as associateship certificate in education, health education etc.

DEGREE PROGRAMME IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

Entry Requirement

UTME

Direct Entry (DE)

Direct entry candidates who are admitted into the three-year standard degree programme must hold one of the following qualifications:

Advanced level certificate in WASSCE or the principal level certificate in HSC Certificate in at least two science subjects, including Mathematics.
Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE), Mathematics and Mathematics combinations with at least a merit pass and other relevant diplomas approved by university senate such as associateship certificate in education, health education etc

DEGREE PROGRAMME IN PHYSICS EDUCATION

Entry Requirement

UTME

In addition to University of Nigeria minimum entry requirements, (five credit passes including English and Mathematics, and a science subject) candidates admitted by UTME into the four-year degree programme for Physics Education must have at least a credit pass or its equivalent in Chemistry and Physics and any of Mathematics or Agricultural Science at the SSCE NECO and WASSCE or its equivalent.

Direct Entry (DE).

Direct entry candidates who are admitted into the three-year standard degree programme must hold one of the following qualifications:

Advanced level certificate in WASSCE or the principal level certificate in HSC Certificate in at least two science subjects, including Physics.
Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE), Physics and Physics combinations with at least a merit pass and other relevant diplomas approved by university senate such as associateship certificate in education, health education etc.

History

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Brief History of the Department

The Harden College of Education, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, started in January, 1961, with 41 students enrolled in a two-year Diploma Programme in Education. During the 1961/62 academic session, the Harden College of Education became the Department of Education, and enrolled 40 students for Bachelor’s Degree Programmes (BA and B.Sc. Education Programmes).

The Department of Science Education was first created out of the Department of Education, as the Sub-Department of Science Education by the decision of senate of the University of Nigeria at its meeting held on Monday, August 9, 1982. Thus in 1982, from the Department of Education emerged the Department of Educational Foundations, and, the Sub-departments of Science Education and Arts Education.

The Sub-Department of Science Education existed for a period of 23 years i.e. 1982-2005, before it was approved as a full-fledged Department in August, 2005 by a decision of the University of Nigeria Senate. Currently the Department of Science Education has five academic programmes which have consecutively won full accreditation from National Universities Commission (NUC) in 2009 and 2014.

About us

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HISTORY OF THE FACULTY

In January 1961 the University established Harden College of Education as part of the Faculty of the Social Sciences. From September 1^st, 1964, Harden College of Education became Faculty of Education charged with secondary level of education in Nigeria. The Faculty came into being in response to the Ashby recommendations of 1960 which gave support to the establishment of a university in the Eastern Region of Nigeria. The Faculty of Education till today is housed in Harden building. It is one of the pioneer faculties in the field of education in Nigeria. The Faculty now produces University graduates and postgraduates with combined honours degree well-equipped to meet the manpower needs in the secondary and tertiary strata of Nigerian education system. Since its inception, the Faculty has maintained the status of a trail blazer and a pathfinder in the training of educators and education administrators in Nigeria. This premier administrators Faculty of Education in Nigeria has consistently provided academic leadership in innovative programmes and creative approaches to education.

Summary Guide to the Grants Register 2017 – The 35th Edition

July 4, 2017July 5, 2017

Summary Guide to the Grants Register 2017 – The 35th Edition. May 4, 2017

The Grants Register 2017 is an authoritative and comprehensive guide to postgraduate and professional funding worldwide.
It covers grants in 56 countries of the world.
It is published in English and other languages.
It contains information on subject areas, levels of study, eligibility and values of the awards as well as the procedures of application.
The 35th (2017) Edition of The Grants Reports provides a detailed and comprehensive survey of awards intended for students at or above the postgraduate level, or those who require further professional or advanced vocational training.
It provides up-to-date information on availability of, and eligibility for, non-refundable postgraduate and professional awards worldwide.
The beauty of this Register is that the various institutions captured in this edition supplied the information that are contained herein and yet institutions that wish to be included are free to send in their own information.