Professional Overview
Dr. Jacob Ahmodu Shaibu is a versatile educationist and researcher with specialized expertise in curriculum development and geography education. He currently serves at the FAAN Staff Secondary School, Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano. With a career spanning over a decade, Dr. Shaibu has balanced teaching with a high volume of scholarly output, contributing significantly to global academic discourse through peer-reviewing and research on sustainable educational development.
Academic Background
- Ph.D. in Curriculum Studies – Bayero University Kano (2025)
- Master of Education (Curriculum Planning, Development and Evaluation) – University of Jos (2015)
- B.Sc. Ed. in Geography Education – University of Jos (2009)
- Professional Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) training and TRCN certification.
Research and Technical Skills
- Curriculum Design: Expert in planning, developing, and evaluating educational curricula for secondary and higher education.
- Geographical Research: Specialized in map reading skills and spatial education.
- Data Analysis: Proficient in the use of SPSS application for educational research and statistical modeling.
- Technical Writing: Extensive experience in grant writing and academic publishing, with a focus on integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into secondary school curricula.
- Reviewing Excellence: Recognized with multiple awards for peer-reviewing for international journals and book publishers (Asian Journal of Education, BP International).
Awards and Professional Services
- Excellence in Reviewing (2025): Awarded by the Asian Journal of Education and Social Studies.
- Excellence in Peer-Reviewing (2025): Awarded by BP International (India and UK).
- Best Teacher Award (2004): Recognized for excellence at ECWA Tambaya Yahaya Comprehensive College.
- Membership: Member of the World Council for Curriculum and Instruction (WCCI) and the Academic and Grant Writing Enclave Society.
Area of Specialization
- Curriculum Planning: Developing modern educational frameworks.
- Geography Education: Enhancing student achievement in map reading and environmental studies.
- Educational Technology: Investigating the impact of AI on the educational landscape in Nigeria.