The Institute of Education, Olabisi Onabanjo University, is a strategic academic directorate dedicated to teacher education, professional development, educational research, and lifelong learning. The Institute serves as a hub for developing competent educators, strengthening educational systems, and advancing innovative and inclusive learning practices.
Aligned with the standards of the National Universities Commission (NUC) and informed by international quality frameworks, the Institute promotes excellence, access, and global relevance in education.
Our History
The Institute of Education, Olabisi Onabanjo University, was established in 1989 as a semi-autonomous arm of the Faculty of Education. As a service and research unit of the faculty, it has the strategic academic directorate to promote excellence in teacher education, educational research, professional development, and community-responsive learning. Conceived as a vehicle for educational advancement within and beyond the University, the Institute has continued to provide intellectual leadership in the preparation of competent educators, educational managers, and other professionals in the education sector.
The Institute has enjoyed the Directorate of the following academic giants since inception:
- Professor Dele Ogundimu–1989-1992
- Professor J. A. Oyewusi–1993-1995
- Dr. O. A. Adesanya–1995-1998
- Professor P. O. Adesemowo–1998-2001
- Professor S. Y. Erinosho–2001-2004
- Dr K. A. Alebiosu 2004–2008
- Prof. O.A.T. Sotonade–2008-2011
- Prof Taiwo Edun–2011-2014
- Prof Alaba Adenuga–2014-2016
- Prof Herieta Benedict–2016-2018
- Prof Opoola Oyedeji–2018-2021
- Prof Tola Oduyale–2021-2024
- Prof S. A. Oluwayomi Oladunjoye–2024-to date
Over time, the Institute has evolved into a dynamic centre for postgraduate professional training, continuing education, research-informed practice, and strategic engagement with schools, education agencies, and wider society. Its work reflects the University’s commitment to relevance, access, quality, innovation, and service.
In line with the expectations of the National Universities Commission (NUC) and comparable international quality frameworks, the Institute continues to strengthen academic standards, widen educational opportunities, promote lifelong learning, and contribute to the development of an education system that is responsive to national needs and globally connected realities
Our Vision
To be a leading Institute of Education recognised nationally and internationally for excellence in teacher education, professional practice, research, and educational innovation.
Our Mission
- Deliver high-quality, standards-driven teacher education programmes
- Promote lifelong learning and professional development
- Advance research and innovation in education
- Ensure quality assurance and continuous improvement
- Develop globally competent education professionals
Our Responsibilities
The Institute of Education carries out key academic, professional, and developmental responsibilities in support of the University’s mission and in alignment with national and international expectations for quality higher education.
Teacher Education and Professional Preparation
- The Institute designs, coordinates, and supports professional education programmes aimed at preparing qualified teachers and enhancing the competence of education practitioners across different levels of the education system.
Postgraduate and Professional Programme Delivery
- It provides structured opportunities for postgraduate professional training, certification, continuing professional development, and flexible learning pathways for educators, administrators, and other stakeholders in the education sector.
Quality Assurance and Academic Standards
- The Institute supports the maintenance of academic standards through quality-focused programme administration, continuous improvement processes, and compliance with relevant regulatory expectations, including NUC benchmarks and internationally comparable quality principles.
Research, Innovation, and Knowledge Exchange
- The Institute promotes educational research that informs policy, strengthens pedagogy, improves institutional practice, and contributes meaningfully to contemporary debates in education at local, national, and global levels.
Access, Inclusion, and Lifelong Learning
- The Institute widens participation in education by creating opportunities for in-service professionals, non-traditional learners, and diverse categories of educational stakeholders through accessible and flexible academic offerings.
Partnerships and Community Engagement
- The Institute builds and sustains partnerships with schools, professional bodies, ministries, agencies, development organisations, and international collaborators in order to extend impact, relevance, and institutional visibility.
Digital and Pedagogical Innovation
- The Institute promotes innovation in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, and learning technologies, including emerging digital and AI-supported approaches that enhance teaching quality and learner experience.
Our Programmes
- POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION (PGDE)
Programme Overview
The Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) is a three-semester professional qualification designed for graduates from non-education backgrounds (Science, Arts, Social Sciences, etc.) who seek to become professionally trained teachers.
The programme provides a refresher and conversion pathway into the teaching profession, equipping participants with pedagogical knowledge, classroom competence, and professional teaching skills.
Entry Requirements
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
- Open to graduates from all academic disciplines
- Evidence of academic readiness for professional training
Programme Structure
Duration: 3 Semesters
Core Modules / Courses
- Foundations of Education
- Educational Psychology
- Curriculum Studies and Instructional Design
- Communication in Teaching
- Teaching Methods (Subject-Specific Pedagogy)
- Measurement and Evaluation
- Classroom Management and School Organisation
- Educational Technology
- Teaching Practice (Supervised Practicum)
Key Outcomes
- Professional qualification for teaching
- Eligibility for teaching roles in schools and colleges
- Improved pedagogical competence and classroom effectiveness
- Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice (GCAP)
The aim of this programme is to support and enable you to engage with the academic issues of learning and teaching. The taught programme will introduce you to factors which influence the way you teach and a range of teaching methods that can be adopted, plus tutorial time. By the end of the programme you will be able to use the knowledge and understanding of both context and method to develop teaching strategies which are appropriate to the teaching work with which you are involved. Your wider understanding of the learning process will help you to support your students’ learning more effectively. The programme integrates the learning of conceptual knowledge, practical competence and personal development.
The principal educational aims and learning outcomes are to:
- Develop your knowledge, skills and critical
- Understand of academic practice within Higher Education;
- Develop analytical skills to improve your understanding of the dynamic relationships between theory and practice;
- Develop your understanding and repertoire of learning and teaching strategies appropriate to their context – and your ability to select, implement and apply teaching methods appropriately;
- Develop your critical reflection of both your own and general academic practice;
- Enhance your understanding and appreciation of ethical issues and professional values within the boundaries of learning and teaching
- Promote effective student – centred interaction during the sessions that you lead.
- Be abreast in contemporary global issues in education, wellness and knowledge upgrade
Successful completion of the programme awards you with the Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice (GCAP).
Requirements:
– Bachelor’s degree (Recommended for tertiary education lecturers with no background in Education. Essential for all lecturers less than SL status but also suitable for all lecturers at all levels; with or without background in education; (and/but) seeking foundational enrichments and recognised certificate to teach in international universities).
Modules:
- University Teaching
- Curriculum Design
- Communication in Teaching
- Assessment
3.Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP)
The Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) is designed to support and enable academic staff to engage critically, reflectively, and strategically with the complexities of teaching, learning, and assessment in Higher Education.
This advanced programme goes beyond foundational teaching competence to develop a scholarly, research-informed, and leadership-oriented approach to academic practice. It provides participants with a rigorous understanding of the pedagogical, institutional, and policy contexts that shape contemporary Higher Education, while equipping them with the capacity to design, deliver, evaluate, and enhance high-quality learning experiences.
Through a structured combination of taught sessions, guided practice, reflective engagement, and scholarly inquiry, the programme explores key dimensions of curriculum design, assessment strategy, student engagement, quality assurance, and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL).
By the end of the programme, participants will be able to integrate conceptual knowledge, professional skills, and reflective insight to exercise informed judgement in their teaching practice, contribute to curriculum development, and demonstrate leadership in enhancing student learning within diverse and evolving educational environments.
The programme promotes the integration of theory, practice, and professional identity, enabling participants to align their work with both institutional expectations and international standards of academic practice.
Principal Educational Aims and Learning Outcomes
Participants who successfully complete the PGCAP will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge and critical understanding of academic practice within Higher Education, including its pedagogical, institutional, and policy dimensions;
- Critically analyse and apply educational theory to inform teaching, learning, and assessment practices, recognising the dynamic relationship between theory, context, and professional action;
- Design, implement, and evaluate curricula and teaching strategies that are inclusive, student-centred, and aligned with intended learning outcomes;
- Employ a wide repertoire of teaching, learning, and assessment methods, selecting and adapting approaches appropriately to diverse learners, disciplines, and delivery modes;
- Engage in critical reflection and scholarly inquiry into their own practice and the wider field of Higher Education, including contributions to the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL);
- Demonstrate leadership in academic practice, including contributions to programme development, quality enhancement, and the improvement of student learning experiences;
- Apply principles of quality assurance and academic standards, ensuring alignment with institutional requirements and internationally recognised frameworks;
- Exhibit a strong commitment to ethical practice, professional values, and inclusive education, recognising issues of equity, diversity, and student support;
- Foster meaningful student engagement, promoting active, collaborative, and reflective learning environments that enhance student success and achievement.
Programme Outcome
Successful completion of the programme leads to the award of the: Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP). This qualification positions participants for enhanced academic roles, leadership in teaching and learning, and participation in international academic collaborations, particularly within institutions operating in alignment with global Higher Education standards.
Requirements:
– Bachelor’s degree (Recommended for tertiary education lecturers with no background in Education. Suitable for SL and above whether they have done GCAP or not but best for those who had. Excellent for all SL lecturers and above; with or without background in education; (and/but) seeking foundational enrichments and recognised certificate to teach in international universities).
Duration
Two academic semesters
Core Modules / Courses
- Advanced Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
- Curriculum Leadership and Programme Design
- Assessment Strategy and Academic Standards
- Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL)
- Quality Assurance and Enhancement in HE
- Leadership in Academic Practice
Key Outcomes
- Professional recognition in higher education teaching
- Enhanced capacity for curriculum leadership and innovation
- Eligibility for participation in international academic programmes
- Contribution to institutional quality assurance and teaching excellence
PROGRAMME DELIVERY FEATURES (ALL PROGRAMMES)
- Blended learning (face-to-face and digital delivery)
- Practice-oriented teaching and assessment
- Experienced academic facilitators
- Alignment with NUC and international standards
Strong emphasis on professional competence and employability
Directorate Organogram
The Director of the Institute of Education provides strategic leadership, academic direction, and administrative oversight for all programmes, initiatives, and operations of the Institute. The office drives the Institute’s commitment to excellence in professional education, quality assurance, innovation, access, and institutional impact.
The Director ensures that the Institute remains aligned with the broader vision of Olabisi Onabanjo University while responding effectively to national regulatory expectations, emerging educational realities, and international standards relating to quality, student success, relevance, and public value.
The Director also leads the advancement of partnerships, promotes policy-responsive educational development, strengthens operational systems, and supports the design of programmes that improve educational practice and human capacity within the University and beyond.
CURRENT DIRECTOR’S LEADERSHIP PROFILE
Professor S. A. Oluwayomi Oladunjoye
Director, Institute of Education
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Professor S. A. O. Oladunjoye is a distinguished academic, education leader, and Professor of Language Education with a strong record of institutional service, academic innovation, and strategic administrative leadership. As Director of the Institute of Education, he brings to the role extensive experience in university governance, teacher education, programme development, quality enhancement, staff coordination, and educational transformation.
His leadership is shaped by a deep commitment to academic standards, student development, access to quality education, and the strengthening of professional pathways for educators and lifelong learners. Across several major leadership positions within the University, he has consistently demonstrated the capacity to combine academic vision with administrative effectiveness, stakeholder engagement, and measurable institutional progress.
Under his direction, the Institute of Education continues to position itself as a credible and forward-looking centre for educational advancement, with growing relevance in professional training, research-informed practice, policy engagement, and strategic collaboration.
Leadership Focus
- Academic excellence and institutional relevance
- Quality assurance and standards enhancement
- Professional education and lifelong learning
- Strategic growth and partnership development
- Innovation in teaching, learning, and educational systems
CONTACT
Director, Institute of Education
yomidunjoye@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, Nigeria
Contact Information
- Address: Institute of Education, Main Campus.
- Email: institute.education@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Directorates and Units
Academic Directorates
- Academic Planning
- Centre for Continuing Education
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- General Studies (GNS) and Farms
- Linkages and Partnership
- Open Distance Learning Centre
- Quality Assurance
- Research
- SIWES
- Institute of Education
- Olubi Sodipo Counselling Centre
- OOU Business School
- Talabi Dialysis Centre