Academic staff of Federal University Oye-Ekiti have been urged to adopt the best pedagogical practice in discharging their duties as the students look up to them for inspiration and emulation.
To this end, lecturers must see themselves as role models and nation- builders for they cannot predict where their influences end.
These were the assertions of the Dean, Faculty of Law, Dr. Adeola Kehinde at a one-day workshop for the academic staff aimed at strengthening capacity, enhancing teaching effectiveness, and deepening adherence to professional and institutional standards within the university
The workshop, which was held recently at the Faculty of Law Board Room, with the theme “Sensitisation on University Culture and Ethics.” was described as a bold step towards continuous training for optimal service delivery and a timely reminder of the University’s culture and ethical standards.
Dr. (Mrs.) Adeola O. Kehinde, while welcoming staff and resource persons to the epochal event, urged members of the Faculty’s academic staff to uphold the highest ethical standards and best teaching practices in the discharge of their responsibilities within the university system.
The workshop, which brought together all academic staff members of the Faculty, featured presentations on critical areas of academic and administrative engagement.
Topics discussed included culture and ethics in the Faculty of Law, building charisma and strength of character, academic ethics in teaching and examination processes, methodology of legal research and publication, university administrative procedures, navigation of the e-learning portal and e-campus manager, as well as the use of smart boards and lecture lecterns for effective teaching delivery.
Speaking at the workshop, the Deputy Registrar, Students’ Affairs, Mr Oloruntele R. Olarewaju highlighted the importance of adherence to administrative procedures and proper communication channels, noting that both are essential for maintaining harmonious working relationships within the institution.
Also speaking at the training workshop, Prof. Cecilia Akintayo who is the Dean, Faculty of Physical Sciences stressed the need for lecturers to develop charisma and strong moral character in discharging their duties in their respective beats.
The first FUOYE Inaugural lecturer, Prof Akintayo described lecturers as role models whose responsibilities extend beyond classroom teaching to mentoring students through self-discovery and personal development.
Former Dean, Faculty of Law, Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Prof. S. O. Abifarin underscored the importance of scholarship and research in academic life while discussing the methodology of legal research and publication.
The workshop further provided an avenue for participants to clarify grey areas and deliberate on strategies aimed at strengthening academic excellence, professional integrity, and capacity development within the Faculty and the broader university system.
