Seth Agbo

Oversaw the entire running of the school.

• Teaching the following courses:
• Qualitative Research in

• Conducted research on Modernizing Kazakhstan's education
• Taught Professional Practice in the Master's program
• Taught doctoral students and faculty how to prepare academic manuscripts for journals in humanities and social sciences
• Taught doctoral students qualitative research skills in the field of humanities and social sciences

• Provided guidance to doctoral candidates in their coursework and dissertation writing process
• Attended professional development seminars focused on best practices in teaching methodology
• Analyzed trends in higher education and recommended strategies for adapting them at the local level.

• Organized conferences, workshops, seminars, symposia, and other events related to the study of literature
• Provided guidance to doctoral candidates in their coursework and dissertation writing process
• Participated in committees responsible for setting policies governing academic affairs at the university level.

• Contributed to improved course design by collaborating with fellow faculty members on curriculum development.
• Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
• Established and maintained inclusive, collegial and collaborative culture within classroom.
• Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.

Offered lectures on how to conduct research and write research papers for publication

• Contributed to supervision of Masters students in specialist area of LLL, the development of proposals under the Research Councils UK (RCUK) and Global Challenge Research Fund (GCRF) with a focus on the former Soviet republics as well as sub-Saharan Africa and offered a Cradall research seminar
• Participated in committees responsible for setting policies governing academic affairs at the college or university level
• Incorporated multimedia resources into lectures to enhance student engagement.

• Reviewed academic papers written by students for accuracy of content and grammar usage
• Assisted departmental chairpersons in developing curricula that meet current educational standards
• Attended professional development seminars focused on best practices in teaching methodology.

• Incorporated multimedia resources into lectures to enhance student engagement
• Provided guidance to doctoral candidates in their coursework and dissertation writing process
• Mentored faculty members on how to teach effectively in the classroom environment.

• Taught the following postgraduate courses:
• Research Methods
• Leadership and motivation
• Theory of Organizations
• Comparative Political Systems
• Supervised staff members in their daily tasks related to teaching activities at the college or university level
• Mentored faculty members on how to teach effectively in the classroom environment
• Established a research agenda and conducted individual research projects related to literary studies.

• Conducted leadership research on cross-cultural competence of organizational leaders
• Mentored faculty members on how to teach effectively in the classroom environment
• Incorporated multimedia resources into lectures to enhance student engagement
• Utilized technology-based tools such as virtual classrooms for online instruction.

• Proven capacity to facilitate open discussions among stakeholders regarding important topics and resolve conflicts amicably
• Expertise in motivating committee members towards achieving organizational objectives and outcomes within stipulated timelines
• Proficiency in creating a positive working environment among committee members while encouraging collaboration and communication.

• Member of the Advisory Board of the Pacific Institute for Ethics & Social Policy which was a rich mixture of University and community people with a common goal that brought together educators, legislators, students, religious leaders, legal experts, and concerned citizens to engage in sustained conversation and effective program development to address the big issues of our day
• (See website: http://pacinst.pacificu.edu/board.html)
• Analyzed data to identify areas of improvement in ethics policies and procedures
• Identified potential risks associated with proposed ethics strategies.

• Directed partnership programs with West Africa Region universities
• In January 2001, 2002, 2003 and again in January 2004, I led delegations of administrators, professors and students of Pacific University to Ghana to negotiate partnerships with the University of Ghana, the University of Cape Coast and the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
• Formulated long-term objectives while managing day-to-day operations
• Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational goals were met.

• Directed the partnership for school improvement and teacher development for rural schools with populations of Native American and Hispanic students in the Willamina School District in Oregon
• Formulated long-term objectives while managing day-to-day operations
• Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational goals were met.

• Provided academic and career advising for students
• Attended faculty meetings to plan and deliver curricula and instruction consistent with educational goals
• Offered academic support and advice, helping students with challenging curricula.

• Directed all aspects of project management including planning, budgeting, staffing, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting about the Teacher Education program
• Formulated long-term objectives while managing day-to-day operations
• Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational goals were met.

• Engaged in the conduct of policy-oriented research in education
• Responsibilities included research grant writing, data collection, data analysis, and the writing of reports
• I worked with Professor Kjell Rubenson, Director of the Centre, and Dr
• Hans Schuetze in research on educational development and policy issues
• I also taught a graduate course in Comparative and International Education
• Organized scientific events such as seminars or symposiums to promote knowledge sharing.

• Managed a grade K to 9 school and conducted participatory action research with the community
• Created comprehensive professional development plans for teachers, administrators, and support staff
• Monitored student achievement data to identify areas of improvement in instruction
• Supported extracurricular activities such as athletics or clubs through fundraising efforts.

• Dr
• Graham Kelsey in the School Organization in a Social Context course
• I managed the preparation and distribution of teaching materials, arranged for visiting speakers and organized A-V equipment, gave tutorials to students and managed final examinations
• Provided individualized support to students who required additional help with understanding concepts or completing assignments
• Developed positive relationships with students through individual interactions and recognition of accomplishments
• Identified student challenges and discussed corrective actions with lead teacher.

• Analyzed responses from British Columbia Adult Education community to a policy paper on Lifelong Learning and prepared a summary report that played a major role in the Government of British Columbia's policy on lifelong learning
• Participated in team meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects
• Participated in meetings, seminars and workshops to discuss research topics
• Prepared presentations on research findings for conferences or seminars.

• Supervised the Language Education Library
• I shelved library books and lent books out to students and faculty
• Maintained office hours to offer individual contact or clarify course material or course content for students
• Liaised with professors to perform administrative tasks, organize campus events and conduct research
• Acted as academic role models for undergraduate students and peers.

• Maintained responsibility for student and staff welfare and managed a K to 8 school system/taught grades 7 and 8
• Developed and implemented school-wide policy changes to ensure the safety of students and staff
• Recruited qualified teachers who are committed to creating a safe learning environment
• Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration among teachers to improve curriculum alignment.

• Taught teaching methods of Native as a First Language to Northern Ontario Native Language Instructors in the Department of Continuing Education.