Overview of My Research Work

My research focus spans across various dimensions of educational technology and learning sciences. Part of my work is dedicated to understanding and supporting the integration of computational thinking skills across different educational levels, with a special emphasis on historically underrepresented youth.

My work delves into leveraging online collaborative technologies for mentoring and assessing, as well as using mobile learning to open up access to quality education and training opportunities in Africa.

Researches

CT-STEM Pop-ups4All: An RPP for Agile Learning [National Science Foundation (NSF) Grant].

The goal of CT-STEM PopUps4All is to increase participation in STEM curriculum, particularly among rural and special education elementary school populations. This project facilitates and leverages research-practitioner partnerships (RPPs) to co-create data science curriculum for elementary schools that can be customized based on the context and needs of the school community.

PSmart Project

The goal of the project is to understand how schools and teachers can be supported most effectively in implementing computational thinking skills in all students.

Digital Storytelling Instructional Strategy

The research explores how digital storytelling can enhance pupil achievement in social studies. It investigates the impact of two instructional strategies, TPS-Collaborative and CVB, on 4th-grade students in Nigeria, analyzing gender and age effects. The study concludes that digital storytelling significantly improves pupils’ achievement, suggesting teachers incorporate it into social studies instruction to boost performance […]

Millennial activism within NigerianTwitterscape

The research explores millennial activism within the Nigerian Twitterscape, focusing on the #ENDSARS protests. It examines how social media, particularly Twitter, facilitated the mobilization and organization of social actions against police brutality in Nigeria. The study underscores the significant role of digital platforms in contemporary activism, highlighting how they can transform online mobilization into impactful […]

Mobile-Based Mentoring for Girls

This research examines the impact of mobile-based mentoring, socio-economic background, and religion on girls’ attitudes and beliefs towards antisocial behaviour (ASB) in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. It found significant effects of socio-economic background on girls’ attitudes towards ASB but no significant impact from mobile-based mentoring. The study suggests that socio-economic factors play a crucial role […]

Other Research

Here is a compilation of various research projects I have conducted over the years. This collection showcases a diverse range of topics, methodologies, and findings that reflect my ongoing commitment to advancing knowledge in my field. Each project has contributed uniquely to my understanding and expertise, offering valuable insights and laying the groundwork for future investigations. From exploring innovative approaches to addressing complex problems to collaborating with experts across disciplines, these research endeavours highlight my dedication to academic excellence and the pursuit of meaningful contributions to my area of study.