This resume is for Richard Oduro, who has a Master's degree in Educational Policy Studies from the University of Alberta and a Bachelor's degree in Political Studies from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Ghana. He has experience as a teaching and research assistant at the University of Alberta, an administrative assistant for Adom Savings and Investment, and strategic policy coordinator for Mampong Municipal Assembly in Ghana. He also has computer skills and experience working in libraries. His resume highlights his analytical, communication, and project management skills.
This is the sixth segment in the NISO training series, Assessment Practices and Metrics in the 21st Century. The presentation was provided by guest lecturer, Nancy Turner of Temple University on November 30, 2018.
Collaborative Teaching to Encourage Disciplinary LiteracyKim Moore
In order to be prepared for the rigorous expectations of new state standards, it is critical that teachers from all content areas work together. Disciplinary Literacy is much more than content area reading, and it is important that teachers from different departments learn what their role is in preparing students.
Collaborative Teaching to Encourage Disciplinary LiteracyKim Moore
Being able to prepare students for the skills and strategies needed to compete in the college and career arena today takes much more than simply being able to understand what they are reading.
This is the sixth segment in the NISO training series, Assessment Practices and Metrics in the 21st Century. The presentation was provided by guest lecturer, Nancy Turner of Temple University on November 30, 2018.
Collaborative Teaching to Encourage Disciplinary LiteracyKim Moore
In order to be prepared for the rigorous expectations of new state standards, it is critical that teachers from all content areas work together. Disciplinary Literacy is much more than content area reading, and it is important that teachers from different departments learn what their role is in preparing students.
Collaborative Teaching to Encourage Disciplinary LiteracyKim Moore
Being able to prepare students for the skills and strategies needed to compete in the college and career arena today takes much more than simply being able to understand what they are reading.
presented at the Philippine Association of Academic and Research Librarians (PAARL) National Seminar-Workshop on Empowering Information Professionals to Make a Difference, held at Fernando Hall, Ateneo de Naga University, Naga City, Philippines, 24 Oct 2006
Libraries routinely gather and report data about their budgets, collections, staff, services, and so forth. But libraries need to do a better job of using these data to help them improve their existing services and communicate value to their stakeholders.
The Common Core movement has provided opportunities for librarians to partner with content area teachers. Using the Model Curriculum for School Library Programs, librarians and teachers can work to embed information literacy skills in the content area curriculum.
Presented to PaLA Teaching, Learning, and Technology Roundtable - 2015
Lecture presented by Marian Ramos Eclevia at PAARL Seminar- workshop with the theme "Managing Today’s Learning Commons: Re-Skilling Seminar for Information Professionals" held on September 20-22, 2016 at the Crown Legacy Hotel, Kisad Road, Baguio City.
presented at the Philippine Association of Academic and Research Librarians (PAARL) National Seminar-Workshop on Empowering Information Professionals to Make a Difference, held at Fernando Hall, Ateneo de Naga University, Naga City, Philippines, 24 Oct 2006
Libraries routinely gather and report data about their budgets, collections, staff, services, and so forth. But libraries need to do a better job of using these data to help them improve their existing services and communicate value to their stakeholders.
The Common Core movement has provided opportunities for librarians to partner with content area teachers. Using the Model Curriculum for School Library Programs, librarians and teachers can work to embed information literacy skills in the content area curriculum.
Presented to PaLA Teaching, Learning, and Technology Roundtable - 2015
Lecture presented by Marian Ramos Eclevia at PAARL Seminar- workshop with the theme "Managing Today’s Learning Commons: Re-Skilling Seminar for Information Professionals" held on September 20-22, 2016 at the Crown Legacy Hotel, Kisad Road, Baguio City.
An accomplished and driven business professional with an entrepreneurial spirit and unmatched drive. Possessing a proven ability to contribute to a company at both strategic and operational level when delivering people management strategies.Proven abilities and experience as an HR specialist, international head-hunter, and team manager demonstrating ability to achieve company targets in differing organisations and markets.
1. RICHARD ODURO
3-11440 60 AVE NW
Edmonton, AB, T6H 1J5
Phone: 587 709 5999
E-mail: oduro1@ualberta.ca
RESUME
Highlights of Qualifications:
M.Ed degree in Educational Policy Studies from the University of Alberta
B. A Political Studies from KNUST, Ghana. IQAS Certified
Ability to provide interpretation with strong analytical skills for decision making
Possess formal education with efficient critical thinking skills in project management
Possess strong planning, organization and monitoring skills
Excellent and efficient skills in handling data with precision
Strong awareness of portfolio business
Excellent understanding of government and its collegial nature within the post secondary
environment
Efficient knowledge and experience working in complex organizations and business process
development and improvement
Mastery of how to process and update pedagogy to suit the learning needs of students
Excellent written and oral communication skills with marketing strategies
Proven ability to develop, write and communicate technical information to an audience of
diverse backgrounds
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing circumstances
Ability to work under pressure and deliver within tight deadlines
Strong composition, grammar, editing and proofreading skills
Excellent team player and ability to exhibit high standards of professionalism
Desire and ability to easily learn and become proficient with various software packages
Holder of Alberta Class Five Drivers' License
Best in managing politically sensitive issues and community relations
Creative and innovative experience in managing client service and community relations
Education and Training:
2. 2
Master’s in Educational Policy Studies, University of Alberta, Edmonton – Alberta (2014–
2016)
Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and
Technology, Ghana (2008–2012).
Professional Experience:
Teaching and ResearchAssistant, Department of Educational Policy Studies - University
of Alberta (January 2014-April 2015).
Responsibilities:
Planned strategies for research with proper evaluation and analysis
Prepared, evaluated and analyzed complex statistical data
Consults with appropriate parties and writes efficient policy and procedures for the
development, implementation and publication of a policy topic
Prepared technical reports according to academic standard
Collaborated with the principal investigator (PI) to follow research protocols
Demonstrate University values of respect, fairness, helpfulness, competence, openness and
impartiality
Implemented educational support plan for students
Developed weekly lesson plans and implemented informal and formal assessments
Conducted studies as related to the research project
Responsible for data extraction, analysis and interpretation
Worked with the interlibrary loan to get photographs for the research
Writing project reports and giving presentations at seminars and to team members
Administrative Assistant, Adom Savings and Investment (Edmonton, AB) (March/2014 –
Present)
Lead regular review of policies for accuracy and relevance
Assist in administering and coordinating employee activities
Develop and maintain a review schedule for all portfolio policies and procedures
Organize and schedule meetings and appointments
Maintain records in accordance with the business record retention guidelines
Prepare agendas and meeting materials for approval by the CEO
Organize, record and report proceedings of meetings to the CEO
Draft and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms
Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports
Develop and maintain an accurate filing system
3. 3
Review, code invoices and reconcile to ensure payment processes are in compliance with the
policies and procedures of the organization.
Manage office data with strong MS Office and Google skills
Mampong Municipal Assembly, Ghana (Jan, 2008- Dec, 2013)
Strategic Policy Coordinator
Work as a departmental advisor to deliver technical and functional guidance with policies,
procedures, program implementation and legislation to management and staff
Collaborate with portfolio members to determine the need for policy or procedure
development and review
Create and implement a development plan for novel policies or procedures and a major
redevelopment existing policies and procedures
Help to develop standard processes for the preparation of background information for
government-related issues
Coordinated research, development, collaboration and delivery of governance and
government documents
Creates portfolio summaries for government and Municipal businesses
Evaluates the efficiency and impacts of Municipal policies and procedures
Managed sensitive and confidential matters while maintaining the security of information
Assisted in conducting research with the development and implementation of departmental
strategies, tools, administrative directives based on best practices for endless growth.
Assisted in the administration of programs, workshops and symposia
Coordinated activities of the office for smooth running of the daily schedules and liaise well
with other offices and committees under the Municipal Director.
University of Alberta Library (May 2014-August 2015)
Library Assistant
Communicated to welcome library customers and the public at the facility
Exercised good interpersonal skills to direct library customers to find books with regard to
their research and reading interest.
Processed books into Dark and Bard storages
Worked in a team of drivers to pick and deliver books in the different libraries of the
University
Packaged and stored boxes of books in the library warehouse weighing 50lbs and more
Processed books into Dark and Bard storages
Assisted library customers to find books and access other services of the library
Assisted the library with general office duties
Received and shelved books returned to BARD
Processed and shelved books with the picker in very fast paced environment
Computer / Technical Skills:
Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows, Unix and Mac OS
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project
Good knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics CRM and SharePoint
4. 4
Working knowledge in SQL and database development and management
Hobbies:
Playing soccer, tennis, travelling, watching CNN and reading financial and business newspapers.
References:
1. Mr. Fred Ackah, CEO of Adom Savings and Investment. Contact 780-996-0981, Email
ackahfred@gmail.com
2. Dr. Jennifer Kelly, Professor, University of Alberta. Contact 780-504-9112, email
jrkelly@ualberta.ca
3. Dr. Michael Kariwo, University of Alberta. Contact 780-266-7674, 780-492-8033
Email: mkariwo@ualberta.ca
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