Interested in participating and finding solutions to global peace
Abdulrahman Burour Ibrahim
Academics
Ilorin,Kwara
Summary
Innovative and multifaceted french language lecturer mindful of student engagement and interest who thrives on experiential learning. Time-tested designer of targeted lectures with audience in mind, devising most effective methods for helping participants acquire intended information. Creative thinker with flexibility to allow audience to guide direction of lectures and achieve most out of interdisciplinary education experience.
A good track record for consistently engaging students in stimulating and relevant material. Conscientious educator with learning objectives of each student in mind. Results-oriented Lecturer cognizant of test preparedness and student interest, adapting to feedback where necessary.
To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Language
Work History
Lecturer, French Language and Communication
Kwara State University
Malete, Ilorin, Kwara State
03.2011 - Current
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Gave presentations on French for specific purpose to student classrooms using PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology.
- Maintained interdisciplinary study as guiding principle, establishing partnerships with faculty in other departments to draw parallels with other subjects.
- Graded assignments according to strict institutional policies and upheld guidelines for academic integrity while disciplining plagiarism and cheating accordingly.
- Held weekly office hours to work with struggling students one-on-one and increase GPAs.
- Utilized instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction to engage and educate students.
- Participated and led curriculum review meetings to remain aware of developments related to evolving french language field.
- Supervised junior lecturers' course development and recommended refinements to enhance student learning.
- Scheduled lab and study sessions for students to increase subject understanding.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Mentored undergraduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.
- Advised on department hiring actions to help build cohesive and successful lecturing team.
- Authored well-regard journal articles to present credible information to undergraduate and graduate students.
- Mentored diverse student population to promote cultural diversity for ethnic and racial groups, disabled and LGTB community.
- Served as the secretary to the department of French and Arabic
- Served as the Head of Unit, French and Francophone studies
- Serving as the programme coordinator of Centre for foreign languages and translations
- Served as examination officer of the department of french and Arabic
- Served as the programme coordinator, B.A. Ed. French degree programme.
- Taught and coordinated French as a foreign language in the general studies division of the university.
- Taught business french to MBA students
Education
Ph.D. - French Language And Literature
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria 11.2014 - 08.2021
Masters - International Relations And Diplomacy
Kwara State University
Malete, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria 06.2019 - 08.2021
Master of Arts - French Language
University of Ilorin
Ilorin Kwara State, Nigeria 10.2011 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Arts - French
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria 06.2004 - 07.2008
Certificate in French Language Teaching - Language Arts Teacher Education
Alliance Francaise
Vichy, France 03.2019 - 06.2019
Proficiency Certificate in Management - Business Management
Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered)
Abuja, Nigeria 08.2008 - 07.2009
Diploma - Office Management
Mafak Computer Training School
Aba, Abia State, Nigeria 12.2008 - 06.2009
Skills
Academic research,
Translation and Interpretation
Classroom lecturing
Curriculum Development
Problem-solving
Report preparation
Staff education and training
Bilingual - French to English
Coaching and mentoring
Negotiation
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of three in the development of new degree programme
- Supervised a good number of undergraduate research projects.
- Employed communicative method and techniques to encourage student learning and build community within the classroom.
- Received commendation from Head of department for successfully working with students with behavior problems.
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths, and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
- Translated from English to French a book of abstracts for CEERMS, Kwara State University
Affiliations
University French Teachers' Association of Nigeria
Nigerian Institute of Management
Additional Information
Have research interest in border studies and management, anthropolpgy
Interests
Timeline
Masters - International Relations And Diplomacy
Kwara State University
06.2019 - 08.2021
Certificate in French Language Teaching - Language Arts Teacher Education
Alliance Francaise
03.2019 - 06.2019
Ph.D. - French Language And Literature
University of Ilorin
11.2014 - 08.2021
Master of Arts - French Language
University of Ilorin
10.2011 - 03.2013
Lecturer, French Language and Communication
Kwara State University
03.2011 - Current
Diploma - Office Management
Mafak Computer Training School
12.2008 - 06.2009
Proficiency Certificate in Management - Business Management
Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered)
08.2008 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Arts - French
University of Ilorin
06.2004 - 07.2008