Academics

Bobby Ojose

Asst Professor, Sch of Ed

Office: Education , University Hall

Phone: 909/748-8810 Campus Ext. 8810

E-mail: bobby_ojose@redlands.edu

Portrait

Current Research

Currently I am engaged in a study called “The Algebraic Equality Project” in which we are researching the teaching of equality concept in arithmetic and algebra.

Description of Research 

My research interest encompass math education:

  • Constructive teaching and learning of math
  • Technology application in math teaching
  • Methods of instruction that help "every student" succeed in math

Courses Taught at Redlands

  • EDUC 500
  • EDUC 502
  • EDUC 503
  • EDUC 506
  • EDUC 603

Degrees Held

  • B.S., Mathematics, Lagos State University - Nigeria
  • M.A., Curriculum and Instruction, California State University, Dominguez Hills
  • Ed.D., Teacher Education in Multicultural Society-Math/Science Education, University of Southern California
  • Math Teaching Credential - California

Significant Publications and Presentations 

Books

  • Ojose, B. (2010). "Mathematics education: Perspective on issues and methods of instruction in K-12 classrooms." Dubuque, IA: Kendall Hunt.
  • Ojose, B. (2008). "Research model of technology integration in mathematics and science: A focus on charter schools." Munich, Germany: VDM Publishing.

Peer-Reviewed Articles

  • Ojose, B. (2009). "Promising practice of technology integration in math and science instruction: A case study of a California charter high school." International Education Studies, 2(3), 3-15.
  • Ojose, B. (2008). "Applying Piaget's theory of cognitive development to mathematics instruction." The Mathematics Educator, 18(1), 26-30.

 Presentations

  • Ojose, B. (2009). "Manipulative materials and algebra: Making the connection." Annual Coference of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM). Washington, DC.
  • Ojose, B. (2008). "Technology integration: Case studies of MSA and CART." The 19th International Conference of Society of Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE). Las Vegas, NV.
  • Ojose, B., & Bailey, J. (2005). "Developing a deeper understanding of the relationship between theoretical and experimental probabilities." Annual Conference of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM). Anaheim, CA.

Professional Affiliations

  • American Education Research Association (AERA)
  • National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
  • California Council on Teacher Education (CCTE)
  •  Los Angeles City Teacher’s Mathematics Association (LACTMA)

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