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Patrick Friday Obot
Patrick Obot during his national youth service in Oyo State, Nigeria
Patrick Obot during his national youth service in Oyo State, Nigeria
Born
Nigeria
NationalityNigerian
Alma materUniversity of Houston
Occupation(s)Researcher, Educator
Notable workCulturally Responsive and Internationally Informed Mathematics Education (CRIIME) framework

Patrick Friday Obot is a Nigerian educator, researcher, and philanthropist recognized for his significant contributions to mathematics education and his dedication to enhancing STEM learning opportunities, especially for multilingual learners. He is the founder of the Patrick Obot Foundation for Scientific Advancement (POFSA), which aims to promote high-quality STEM education across Nigeria.

Early Life and Education

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Born in Nigeria, Obot completed his Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics Education at the University of Uyo in 2016. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s degree in Educational Evaluation from the University of Ibadan in 2019, focusing on the comparative analysis of mathematics test items across public examining bodies.[1]

Professional Career

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Obot began his teaching career at Secondary School Mbiokporo II in Nigeria, where he developed a passion for improving educational outcomes in mathematics. He later joined the University of Houston as a Research Assistant, contributing to the Leadership through Equity and Advocacy Development in STEM (UH-LEAD) initiative, which aims to cultivate STEM teacher-leaders in high-need districts.[2]

Culturally Responsive and Internationally Informed Mathematics Education (CRIIME) Framework

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Obot is the architect of the Culturally Responsive and Internationally Informed Mathematics Education (CRIIME) framework, designed to improve educational practices for multilingual learners. This framework integrates culturally responsive teaching methodologies with international best practices, addressing the unique needs of diverse student populations. The CRIIME framework emphasizes equitable access to quality STEM education and aligns with national initiatives to enhance educational outcomes in the United States.[3]

Notable Achievements of POFSA

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In 2024, Obot founded the Patrick Obot Foundation for Scientific Advancement (POFSA), a non-profit organization dedicated to improving STEM education in Nigeria. POFSA has gained recognition for its role in promoting science and technology education across Nigeria. The foundation is set to hold an engineering fair in 2025, showcasing innovative student projects and providing mentorship to young engineers.[4]

POFSA’s work includes partnerships with schools to introduce hands-on STEM education and provide training for teachers, ensuring that students in underserved communities have access to quality learning experiences.[5]

Published Works

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Patrick Obot has authored numerous scholarly articles focusing on mathematics education and its intersection with educational equity. His research contributions highlight innovative approaches to teaching and learning, with a commitment to addressing the barriers faced by multilingual learners in STEM disciplines.

Some of his notable publications include:

  • Comparison of the Content Validity of 2018 Mathematics Test Items of Public Examining Bodies in Nigeria (2020)[6]
  • Impact of Blended Learning Approach on Students' Achievement in Quadratic and Simultaneous Equations (2023)[7]
  • Study Habit and Mental Ability as Predictors of Students' Academic Achievement in Algebra (2023)[8]
  • Exploring Learner's Misconceptions in Algebraic Problem Solving: Insights for Effective Instruction and Assessment (2023) – This research provides valuable insights to improve the teaching and learning of algebra by addressing persistent gaps and misconceptions in algebraic problem-solving.[9]
  • Predictive Validity of Student and School Variables: A Multiple Regression Analysis on Diverse Students' Mathematics Achievement – Investigating the relationship between various student and school-level factors and their impact on mathematics achievement, published in the International Journal of Education, Psychology, and Counseling.[10]
  • Home, School and Students’ Characteristics as Predictors of Senior Secondary School Students’ Achievement in Mathematics – This research published in the Turkish Journal of Computer and Mathematics Education (TURCOMAT) discusses the general trends in students' interest and engagement in mathematics activities.[11]

Professional Memberships

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Patrick Obot is actively involved in several prestigious professional organizations that advocate for the advancement of mathematics education:

  • Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators (AMTE) – Focused on improving mathematics teacher education in the United States.
  • National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) – The largest mathematics education organization globally.[12]
  • American Educational Research Association (AERA) – Promotes research and inquiry related to education.[13]
  • Texas State Teachers Association (TSTA) – Advocates for public education in Texas.
  • American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) – A leading international organization dedicated to advancing science and technology.[14]
  • Association for Middle-Level Education (AMLE) – Committed to improving education for middle school students.[15]
  • American Federation of Teachers (Texas AFT) – A union dedicated to improving public education.

Awards and Recognitions

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Obot's contributions to education have garnered him several accolades. In 2024, he was selected as a judge for the Texas Science & Engineering Fair, assessing projects that showcase innovation and scientific inquiry.[16] Additionally, he has served as a proposal reviewer for the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and the Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics & Native Americans in Science (SACNAS), highlighting his commitment to advancing STEM education.[17]

Leadership Role

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As the founder and chairman of the Patrick Obot Foundation for Scientific Advancement (POFSA), Obot has dedicated his efforts to supporting and promoting high-quality instruction in STEM. POFSA has successfully hosted secondary school science fairs, STEM workshops, advocacy programs, and public lectures aimed at empowering students in Nigeria. The foundation provides equitable access to high-quality STEM education and career pathways. Through POFSA, Obot has created a collaborative ecosystem involving industry experts and communities to address the multifaceted challenges in STEM education and develop comprehensive solutions that benefit students, educators, and the nation as a whole.

Through POFSA, Obot has developed student and teacher training programs that directly support STEM education, ensuring that educators are equipped with cutting-edge pedagogical strategies to inspire and prepare the next generation of innovators. The foundation's goals extend beyond designing science education programs and initiatives to collaborating with international organizations to adopt global best practices, a vital component of Obot's proposed CRIIME framework.

Current Research Work

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Obot is currently engaged in various research projects aimed at enhancing educational practices in mathematics and STEM fields. He is involved in a collaborative research study on the topic "Using Epistemic Network Analysis to Examine Internal Structure of Learning Trajectory Measures," which explores alternative measures of students' fraction conceptions. This research applies epistemic network analysis to examine the connections among conceptions and the alignment of these connections to the theorized nonlinear learning trajectories.[18]

Additionally, Obot is playing a key role in designing a mathematics teaching guide for teachers in Nigeria. This project aims to develop a "Mathematics Curriculum and Teacher’s Guide" that integrates artificial intelligence, helping educators to understand the practical applications of mathematics in real-world contexts and meet the demands of 21st-century skills.

References

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  1. ^ Adegoke, B.A.; Obot, P.F. (2020). "Comparison of The Content Validity of 2018 Mathematics Test Items of Public Examining Bodies in Nigeria". West African Journal of Education. XL.
  2. ^ "UH-LEAD Project".
  3. ^ "Raise the Bar Initiative".
  4. ^ "Patrick Obot Foundation restates commitment to STEM education, to hold engineering fair in 2025".
  5. ^ "Promoting STEM Education - POFSA".
  6. ^ Adegoke, B.A.; Obot, P.F. (2020). "Comparison of The Content Validity of 2018 Mathematics Test Items of Public Examining Bodies in Nigeria". West African Journal of Education. XL.
  7. ^ Obot, P.F. (2023). "Impact of Blended Learning Approach on Students' Achievement in Quadratic and Simultaneous Equations". International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development. 7 (6).
  8. ^ Obot, P.F. (2023). "Study Habit and Mental Ability as Predictors of Students' Academic Achievement in Algebra". Central Asian Journal of Mathematical Theory and Computer Science.
  9. ^ Obot, P.F. (2023). "Exploring Learner's Misconceptions in Algebraic Problem Solving". International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications.
  10. ^ Obot, P.F. (2023). "Predictive Validity of Student and School Variables". International Journal of Education, Psychology, and Counseling.
  11. ^ Obot, P.F. (2023). "Home, School and Students' Characteristics". Turkish Journal of Computer and Mathematics Education.
  12. ^ "National Council of Teachers of Mathematics".
  13. ^ "American Educational Research Association".
  14. ^ "American Association for the Advancement of Science".
  15. ^ "Association for Middle Level Education".
  16. ^ "Texas Science & Engineering Fair".
  17. ^ "SACNAS NDiSTEM Conference".
  18. ^ "National Council on Measurement in Education".
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