Professional Overview
Dr. Aishat Abdulqadir Yusuf is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of Science Education, specifically specializing in Physics Education. She currently serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Science Education at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria. Her career is distinguished by a strong focus on innovative pedagogical strategies, such as the Reggio Emilia approach and AI integration, to enhance student learning outcomes in science.
Key Leadership and Experience
- Lecturer, University of Ilorin: Serving in the Department of Science Education, where she transitions from a background in primary and secondary education to tertiary-level instruction.
- Academic Career Progression: Joined the University of Ilorin in July 2012 as a Senior Teacher III at the University School before converting to an Assistant Lecturer in 2019 and later promoted to her current lecturer rank.
- Educational Advocacy: Actively advocates for community and parental collaboration in the educational process to foster sustainable development.
- Global Ambassador: Recognized as an Africa Climate Ambassador and a Global Ambassador of Sustainability (Certified Sustainable Officer) through programs in Egypt.
Core Expertise
- Physics Education: Specialized in teaching and research aimed at motivating students in physics, which she describes as the “backbone of technology”.
- Pedagogical Innovation: Expert in the Reggio Emilia approach, project-based learning, and the use of AI Chatbots and digital tools in science teaching.
- Research Areas: Her research interests include physics concept learning, student misconceptions, pedagogical content knowledge (PCK), and instructional material improvisation.
- Scientific Publications: Has authored over 21 journal articles and conference proceedings in reputable national and international outlets.
Awards and Qualifications
- Global Youth ICON Award (2022): Conferred by the International Council for Education, Research and Training (ICERT).
- Global Women Icon Award (2023): Awarded by Debro Tabor University, Ethiopia, and ICERT.
- Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Global Educator Award (2022): Recognized for excellence in education by ICERT.
- PhD in Science Education (Physics): Recently completed her doctoral studies at the University of Ilorin (2025).
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) & B.Sc. (Ed.) Physics: Advanced degrees in science education and physics from the University of Ilorin and University of Ado-Ekiti.
Education
- Ph.D. in Science Education (Physics): University of Ilorin.
- Master of Education (M.Ed.): National Open University of Nigeria (2016).
- Bachelor of Science in Education (B.Sc. Ed.) Physics: University of Ado-Ekiti (2011).
- Diploma in Computer Science: Graduated with distinction (2003).