Professional Overview
Dr. Ayotunde Atanda Falade is a seasoned Senior Lecturer in the Department of Educational Technology at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria. With a career spanning over two decades, he is a dedicated researcher and educationist whose work focuses on the pedagogical applications of ICTs and emerging technologies for teaching and learning. He is recognized for his commitment to integrating digital tools into diverse educational settings, including distance learning and technical education.
Key Leadership and Experience
- Senior Lecturer, University of Ilorin: Serving in this capacity since 2021, following successful tenures as Lecturer I and Lecturer II.
- Administrative Leadership: Currently serves as the Departmental Coordinator for Postgraduate Programs and the Faculty Coordinator for “Introduction to Educational Technology”.
- Academic Governance: Held roles such as Departmental Examination Officer (2019–2022) and member of the Faculty of Education Research Ethical Committee.
- Editorial Contribution: Served as Assistant Editor II for the Ilorin Journal of Education (2018–2021).
- Diverse Teaching Background: Prior to his university appointment, he spent nearly a decade at Emmanuel Alayande College of Education rising to Lecturer I, and began his career as a class teacher in 2000.
Core Expertise
- Educational Technology: Specialist in the integration of ICT tools into pedagogy and distance learning environments.
- Instructional Design: Expert in utilizing Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Canvas and Edmodo for remote instruction.
- Technical Education: Proficient in mechanical automobile technology and technical drawing, bridging the gap between technical skills and modern teaching methods.
- Research Supervision: Extensive experience in supervising postgraduate and undergraduate research focused on ICT efficacy and E-learning resources.
Awards and Qualification
- PhD in Educational Technology (2014): University of Ilorin.
- Federal Government Scholarship: Recipient of the TETFUND scholarship for his Doctoral program (2010) and a Federal Government award for his Master’s program (2002).
- Letter of Commendation: Recognized by the Registrar of the University of Ilorin for dedication and faithfulness to duty (2020/2021).
- Professional Licensing: Certified by the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (2021).
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): Educational Technology, University of Ilorin (2014).
- Master of Education (M. Ed.): Educational Technology, University of Ilorin (2004).
- Bachelor of Technology Education (B.Tech. Ed. Hons): Mechanical Automobile Technology, Federal University of Technology, Yola (1999).
- Nigerian Certificate in Education (N.C.E.): Auto-Mechanics / Technical Drawing, St. Andrews College of Education (1991).