CURRICULUM VITAE
1. PERSONAL PARTICULARS
1.1 Full Name: Otukile Sindiso Phibion
1.2 Date of Birth: 05/05/1958
1.3 Marital status: Divorcee
1.4 Professional Qualifications
a) 2003 Doctor of Music Degree (DMus) – University of Pretoria, RSA. b) 1999 Certificate in Computer Literacy – University of Pretoria (Uni - School), RSA. c) 1991 Master of Arts in Music Education (MA Mus Ed) – University of Reading, U K. d) 1989 Post Graduate Diploma in Music Education – University of Reading, UK. e) 1987 Bachelor of Education (Primary) – Maths and Science - University of Botswana. f) 1980 Primary Teachers Certificate – Francistown Teachers Training College, Botswana
1.5 Positions held at other institutions.
a) 2015 - November Visiting Lecturer, Music Department, University of Jyvaskyla (Finland) b) 2011- October Visiting Lecturer
Music Department, University of Jyvaskyla (Finland)
c) (2008 - April) Visiting Lecturer
Music Department, University of Jyvaskyla (Finland)
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Music Senior Lecturer and Music Department Coordinator Lobatse College of Education
d) 2003 Music Lecturer and Music Department Coordinator – Lobatse College of Education. e) 1993 – 1999 Music Lecturer and Music Department Coordinator – Tonota College of Education. f) 1991 -1992 Lecturer in Music Education and Science – Lobatse Teachers Training College. g) 1987 Lecturer in Mathematics and Science - Lobatse Teachers Training College. h) 1982 – 1983 Teacher – Mahube & Nyangabgwe Primary Schools. i) 1980 – 1981 Teacher – Mapoka Primary School. j) 1977 Temporary Teacher - Monarch Primary School
1.6 Positions Held at the University of Botswana.
a) 2016 to date Associate Professor b) (2012 To 2016) Senior Lecturer c) (2005 – April 2012) Full – Time Lecturer. d) (2004-2005) Contract Lecturer. e) (2003-2004) Part – Time Lecturer Department of Primary Education.
1.7 Current Rank: Associate Professor
1.8 Current Salary: xxxxxxx
1.9 Purpose of Application: ISME Board Membership
1.10 Date of first appointment at UB: 1st August 2003
2. TEACHING
2.1 Courses Taught at the University of Botswana
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Year/Semester Course No. of SECAT students scores
2004/05 Sem. 1 EPP 217 11 4.7
EPP 327 11 5.0
2004/05 Sem. 2 EPP 328 11 4.5
EPP 447 11 3.5
2005/06 Sem.1 EPP 217 17 4.4
EPP 447 6 4.7
EPP 327 12 4.6
2005/06 Sem. 2 EPP 328 4 4.3
EPA 304 150 3.7
2006/07 Sem. 1 EPP 217 13 4.3
EPP 327 8 3.9
2006/07 Sem. 2 EPP 328 10 4.3
EPA 304 150 4.3
2007/08 Sem. 1 EPP 217 11 4.3
EPP 327 3 4.2
2007/08 Sem. 2 EPP 328 8 5.0
2008/09 Sem. 1 EPP 217 15 4.6
EPP 327 10 5.0
2008/09 Sem. 2 EPP 328 4 5.0
2009/10 Sem. 1 EPP 217 12 4.2
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EPP 327 7 4.3
2009/10 Sem. 2 EPP 328 7 4.5
2010/11 Sem. 1 EPP 217 11 4.6
EPP 327 8 4.8
2010/11 Sem. 2 EPP 328 7 4.5
2011/12 Sem. 1 EPP 327 3 5.0
EPP 447 7 4.3
2011/12 sem. 2 EPP 328 6 5.0
EPP 449 5 4.8
2012/2013 sem. 1 EPP 447 4 3.3
EPP 327 10 4.1
EPA 302 65 4.5
2012/2013 sem. 2 EPP 218 11 4.7
EPP 328 3 4.7
EPP 449 3 5.0
2013/2014 sem. 1 EPP 327 10 4.6
EPA 302 29 4.2
2013/2014 sem. 2 EPP 447 4 4.3
2014/2015 sem 1 EPP 449 13 4.8
2015/2016 sem 1 EPP 327 7 4.8
EPP 447 4 5.0
2015/2016 sem 2 EPP 218 6 4.7
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EPA 304 5 4.5
2016/2017 sem 1 EPP 447 2 5.0
EPP 327 2 5.0
2016/2017 sem 2 EPP 218 18 4.8
2017/2018 sem 1 EPP 447 4 4.7
2017/2018 sem 2 EPP 218 12 5.0
LME 302 35 4.7
2.2 Courses Taught at Other Universities
University of Jyvaskyla 2008
a) Music Research in Botswana Communities. b) African Drumming Patterns in wosana music. c) Introduction of Creative and Performing Arts in Botswana Primary Schools. d) Ditlhaka music practices among the Balete and Batlokwa of Botswana.
University of Jyvaskyla 2011
a) The Norwich Sol-fa theory and its implications to the Botswana Primary Music Education System. b) African wosana music Drumming patterns. c) The Basarwa Melon Dance. d) Ditlhaka music practices among the Balete and Batlokwa of Botswana.
2.3 Supervision of under-graduate students’ research projects
Student name Project Title Year of completion
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Tshilo, S.S. An Investigation on the Effectiveness 2005 of Continuous Assessment in Botswana Primary School: The Case of Motokwe and Khekhenye Primary Schools.
Thela, V. How Classroom Music Teaching 2005 Influence Success in Choral Music Competitions.
Bareeleng, M, S. Rural Area Dwellers (RADS) 2005 Children Drop Out,
Hence Failure to Benefit from the Education System – A Case of Northern Kgalagadi.
Muzila, A. Perceptions on giving homework: 2005 case study on standard Four- A Case of Gaborone.
Letsholo, K. S. Teachers Perceptions on the Teaching 2006 and Learning of Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) in Botswana Primary Schools in Tutume East Inspectoral Area: A Case of Dagwi, Maitengwe, Mengwe and Nshamba Primary Schools.
Keokgale, V. An investigation on Teachers’ and 2006 Students’ Perceptions on the Teaching and Learning of Science in the Upper Primary School Classes (6- 7) in Botswana. A case of Four Primary Schools in South East
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District: Batlokwa National School, Mafhitlhakgosi Primary, Ramotswa Primary and Taung Primary School.
Olefhile, G. An investigation on the difficulties of 2006 teaching and learning mathematics in upper primary classes: A case study of three primary schools in Gaborone.
Setsiba, R. The extent to which music enhances 2006 the learning of languages (Setswana and English) for lower primary school children: A case study of two Setswana and English Medium Primary Schools in Lobatse.
Tsalaile, J. B. An investigation of factors which 2006 contribute to pupils’ self-esteem in standard three 93) classes: A case of three Primary Schools in Ramotswa.
Kgasa, M. Effective Functioning of Primary 2006 School Libraries towards teaching and learning.
Bakani. Z. C. Investigating the effectiveness of a 2007 generalist teacher towards music as a teaching subject in Botswana Primary schools.
Jongman. E. M. Teachers Perceptions towards Music 2007 teaching in Botswana community Junior Secondary Schools.
Moremedi. T. Views of students, teachers and 2007 church on the implementation of
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double shift in secondary schools in Botswana Junior and senior secondary schools.
Setuke. S. K. The History and social functions of 2007 Koma as a cultural music among the Batlokwa of Botswana.
Moremedi. T. Views of Students, Parents and 2008 Teachers on the Implementation of Double Shift in Secondary Schools in Botswana: The Case of Maun Senior and Bokamoso Community Junior.
Seelo. C. B. The Impact of Guidance and 2008 Counselling on Orphans in Botswana Primary Schools.
Mongale. L. R. The Effectiveness of Teacher’s 2009 Instructional Reading: Techniques in
Teaching English Language in Botswana Primary Schools. (A Case of Isang, Phaphane and Matsieng in
Kgatleng District).
Molemoeng. C. M. Students and Teachers Perceptions on 2009 the Nature and causes of indiscipline in Botswana Secondary Schools: (A Case of Moeding College, Pitikwe, Letsopa, Ipelegeng and Itereleng Junior secondary Schools).
Phuthego S. J. The Origin of Marapo (Bone- 2009 Striking) Cultural Music Amongst
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Bangwato of Serowe in Botswana and their societal significance.
Keeme. D. J. People’s Perceptions of Payment of 2009 Bogadi (Bride- Price) and its Relevance to Contemporary Botswana. (A case of Tonota and Serowe villages).
Keganne. B. P. Primary School Teachers Perceptions 2009 Towards Tonic Sol-fa Music. (A case of Notwane, Tsholofelo, Bosele and Tsogang Primary schools in Gaborone).
Lopang Ketsone. The Effectiveness of Guidance and 2010 Counselling to Upper Primary Students: A Case of Lesedi, Tshiamo and Segoditshane Primary schools in Gaborone).
Monyatsi. F. H. The Extent to which Teachers deal 2010 with Learners’ Cultural Diversities in the Teaching of Social studies in Botswana Primary Schools. (A case of three Primary Schools in Chobe District).
Leburu. M. B. Teachers’ Attitudes Towards the 2010 implementation of School Disciplinary Regulations. (A case study of Mathiba, Tlhomo and Ntebogang Junior Secondary Schools in Kanye).
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Tupane Z.B. Teacher’s Attitudes on the Role 2010 Played by Social Studies in the
Teaching of Values. (A case of Segoditshane, Ledumang, Solomon Dihutso Memorial and Mogoditshane
Primary Schools).
Moring. D. J. The Primary School Teachers’ 2010 Understanding of methods and Activities Used to Infuse Environmental Education into Other Subjects in Upper classes.
Bome. T. B. Investigating Parental Involvement 2011 towards achieving improved learner academic performance in English in Upper primary. (A case of Ramatlabama, Borobadilepe, Papatlo and Hebron Primary Schools).
Mareka Onkgopotse. Can Induction of Primary School 2011 Management Teams on Professional Issues Enhance Their Productivity and Improve the Quality of their work? A Case of Six Primary schools in Serowe. (Makolojwane, Riverside, Motalaote, Newtown, Makolo and Tshekedi).
Dinonyane. R. L. Teachers’ Attitudes Towards School 2011 Leadership in Ngami Inspectorate Area and its impact on students’ Academic Performance: A Case of
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Toteng, Sehithwa and Tsau Primary schools.
Keotswele. B. T. The role of Ditlhaka Music in Cultural 2011 Transmission and conservation of the Balete Found in South East of Botswana.
Taziba. W. D. The Extent to which school 2011 management team members cope with Teaching and its impact on performance of pupils: A case of Molefe and Letsholo Primary schools in Kopong and Mmatseta School in Mmatseta).
Sello. E. Vandalism of Junior Secondary 2011 School Resources by Students in the
Southern Region. (A case of Matsha, Lehutshelo and Motaung Schools).
Disele, V. How Standard Six teachers perceive 2012 the teaching of Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) subjects in Botswana Schools (A Case of Kgabosetso, Bakgatla, Kgabophuti and Mosielele Primary schools in Moshupa).
Gabarongwe, K. An Investigation on how far Teachers 2012 go with standard two pupils English Language Learning errors in Botswana. (A case of Four Moshupa
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Primary Schools – Bakoko, Bakgatla, Kebonyekgotla and Kgabosetso).
Jotia, T. Investigation on the Primary 2012 Teacher’s Computer Literacy and its usage in Mmadinare Inspectoral Area.
Msomi, I. An Investigation on Bulying/ 2012 Violence in Prmary schools. ( A Case of three primary schools in Gaborone South Inspectoral area).
Mosweu, T. E. Factors that contribute towards 2012 standard four attainment tests poor performance in Semi Urban areas: A case of Masokola, Mannathoko, Tshekedi and Makolojwane.
Samuel, M. The Attitudes of Teachers Towards 2012 the teaching of Music in Botswana Upper Primary classes (A Case of Bothakga, Maitlamo and new look Schools in Lobatse).
Disele, V. How Standard 6 Teachers Perceive 2012 the teaching of Creative and Performing arts (CAPA) subjects in Botswana Primary schools. (The Case of Kgabosetso, Bakgatla, Kgabophuti and Mosielele Primary Schools in Moshupa).
Lobelo, K. An Investigation on causes of school 2012 drop outs in remote area dweller settlements ( A case of Kjoe – New
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Xade, D’ Kar and Kuke boarding Schools in Gantsi Region)
Matshidiso, P. M. An Investigation of Teachers’ 2012 perceptions towards the implementation of pastoral care in secondary schools (A case of Bokamoso, Kgale Hill and Marulamantsi Secondary Schools in Gaborone).
Mere, M. An investigation on parental 2012 Involvement in Children’s education in Upper Classes (Std 6 &7): A Case of Bonewamang, Borakalalo and canon Gordon Primary Schools in Molepolole)
Mmolawa, R. G. An Investigation of Senior 2012 Management Team’s (SMT’s) attitudes towards the inclusion of students with Special Needs into Regular schools. (A case of Bontleng, boswa, Ledumang, Masa and Tlhabologo Primary schools in Gaborone).
Rakgabo, P. An Investigation of the Extent to 2012 which teachers’ inadequacy of mathematical knowledge may affect students’ learning of mathematics in Lobatse Primary Schools – Botswana.
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Group/Collaborative An Investigation of problems faced in 2013 Research teaching learners with special needs in inclusive schools: a case of 5 schools Basaini, T. namely Bonewamang, Bothakga, Bolele, R. Bakgatla, Ithuteng and Monare Primary Schools. Gabaitse, K.
Mekgwe, M.
Sebola, K.
Group/Collaborative The extent to which corporal 2013 Research punishment affects Botswana Upper Primary Pupils Performance (A case Dikole, S. of Central, Kweneng, Kgatleng and Ditlhobolo, M. Kgalagadi Districts).
Kebafetotse, O.
Madimabe, K.
Modimele, F.
Sebolai, K.
Group/Collaborative An Investigation on Why Learners in 2013 Research Botswana Lower Primary Classes (STD 2 and 3) have difficulties in Bugalo, E. English Reading (A case of Central, Marabu, K South East, South Central and North West Districts). Mathuba, M.
Ngele, V.
Senome, C.
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Group/Collaborative The Impact of Computer Usage in 2013 Research Upper Primary Teaching and Learning in Botswana: A case of Baatweng, M. Standard Five (5), Six (6) and Seven Gaosengwe, J. (7) Classes in Moshupa, Thamaga, Ramokgonami and Sefhare. Moletasaka, T. D.
Motlogelwa, K.
Tsalaile, M.
Ramotho, A. N.
Group/Collaborative An Investigation to Determine the 2013 Research Effectiveness of Teaching English as a Second Language In Botswana Gaealashwe, J. B. Lower Primary Classes. ( A case of Governor, B. Central and Kweneng Districts, Gaborone and Selibe Phikwe) Jore, G.
Mmape, W. K.
Modise, T.
Motlhabanyane, M. An Investigation on the Effects of 2014 Teaching Guidance and Counselling In progress in Botswana Upper Primary Classes. (A case of Camp, Tshiamo and Thebe Schools in the South Central Region)
Dithobane, O. Factors Influencing low Academic 2014 Performance of Primary School In progress Leaving Examination Results in Botswana Rural Areas. (A case of Tobane, Motsholapheko and
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Tsetsebjwe Primary Schools in the Central region).
Masole, G. A Study on Factors that lead to 2014 Learners’ Inability to Read in Lower In progress Primary. (A case of Two Primary Schools in the Mahalapye West Inspectoral Area).
Olebile, G. Teachers’ Views Towards 2014 Instructional Supervision by School In progress Management Teams (S. M. Ts). (A Case of Letlhabile, Rutwang and Tonota CJSS in the Central District of Botswana)
Seswai, O. Parental Involvement and Perceptions 2014 in the Implementation of Early In progress Childhood Education in Botswana.
Gareanna, M. Factors Contributing to Form Three 2014 Students’ Lower Performance in In progress English paper Two (Extended Writing) in Botswana at Parwe, Mowana and Mahalapye Secondary schools.
Seokolo, I. Primary School Teachers’ 2014 Perceptions on The Influence of Pre- In progress School experiences in Learning of Standard One Pupils in Botswana. (A case of Lerala, Kukubjwe and Lekadibeng Schools in The Palapye South Inspectoral Area).
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Keokilwe, K. An Investigation of Factors Leading 2014 to School Dropouts Before Primary In progress leaving School Leaving Examinations (A case of Maisantwa, Rachele and Mokgadi Schools in the Southern District – Kanye)
Ragontse, C. K. Teachers’ Perceptions on the 2015 Performance of Standard Four Attainment Tests in Botswana (A Case of Kole, Ncojane and Metsemantsho Primary schools in CharlesHill Sub District)
Luka, D. The Impact of Unions on the 2015 Management of Botswana Primary Schools.
Buru, G. (M. ED) The Relevance of Qualifications and 2015 Skills of Botswana Early Childhood (Completed Educators in Private and Government 2016) Schools (A Case of Five Gaborone Schools)
2.4 Other teaching assignments (especially outside University of Botswana) a) (November 2014) Externally Moderated Diploma in Primary Education Music Examinations from 10 – 14th November 2014 at Tlokweng College of Education. b) (November 2013) Externally Moderated Diploma in Secondary Education Music Examinations at Molepolole College of Education from 25 – 11 – 2013 to 28 – 11 – 2013. c) (November 2013) Externally Moderated Diploma in Primary Education at Francistown College of Education.
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d) (October 2013) Externally Moderated Diploma in Secondary Education Practical Music Examinations at Molepolole College of Education. e) Appointed as an External Examiner for the University of South Africa (UNISA) Master of Arts in Musicology (MA Mus) Students (2012) and has successfully externally examined one student. f) Appointed as an External Examiner for North West University (Potchefstroom Campus) Master of Music (M Mus) Students (2010) and has successfully externally examined one student. g) (November 2006) Externally moderated the Diploma in Secondary Education Final Teaching Practice held at Molepolole College of Education. h) (January 2006) Externally moderated Music Education Final examinations at Molepolole College of Education. i) Organized the North – South – South project workshops with the Department of Primary Education MoE. j) Reviewed Course Outlines for EPP 217, 218, 327, 328, and 447 k) Supervised PGDE students on Teaching Practice in 2005. l) Participated in the development of an M.Ed (Creative and Performing Arts) programme. m) Formed a marimba band which managed to render five performances.
• (October 2006) Performed at the official opening of the conference on primary/basic education held at The University of Botswana on 16 – 19 October 2006.
• Performed at the launching of the Guidance society held at Cresta Lodge hotel
• (August 2007) Performed at the cocktail launch – Botswana IFSC international insurance sector held at GICC.
• (September 2007) Performed during the culture day.
• (September 2007) Performed during the University Open Day held at UB.
Research and Publications
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3.1 Published articles
3.1.1 Publications in refereed Scholarly journals a) Phibion. O. S. (2019) The Basarwa Melon throwing circle dance (Siqciru/Sigcuru: The case of kaudwane village in the Kweneng West District of Botswana. Journal of Music and Dance (JMD): Vol. 9 (1), pp. 1 – 5. b) Phibion. O. S. (2019) Botswana: History, culture, and geography of music: The SAGE International encyclopedia of Music and Culture: SAGE Publications, Inc c) Phibion, O. S. Rabatoko, F. & Kekana, S. M. (2017) Music Teaching in Botswana Secondary Teacher Training Colleges: A Case of Molepolole College of Education: Accelerando: Belgrade Journal of Music and Dance (BJMD): Issue No. 2 d) Phibion. O. S. (2016) Tsutsube Music as Pracised by the Basarwa (San) of Botswana Muziki: Journal of Music Research In Africa: 13 (1) 58 – 67. e) Monyatsi & Phibion (1015) Facilitating access to higher education for students with disabilities: Strategies and support services at the University of Botswana. Knowledge for a sustainable world, Chapter 2, p. 55-70. f) Phibion. O. S. Phuthego. S. J. & Kekana. S. M. (2014) Marapo (Bone – Striking) Traditional Music as Practiced by Bangwato of Botswana. The International Review of Social Sciences (IRSSH): 7 (1) Page 104 – 111. g) Phibion. O. S. (2013) The Ditlhaka Music of the Balete of Botswana. Muziki: Journal of Music Research In Africa: 10 (2) 90 – 102. h) Phibion. O. S. (2012) The Influence of School and Community Choral Contests in the Introduction of Music Education in Botswana Schools. International Journal of Scientific Research in Education: 5 (2) 94 – 99. i) Phibion. O. S. (2012) Reflections on the Introduction of Music Teaching in Botswana Junior Secondary Schools (A case of Gaborone schools: Nanogang, Marulamantsi and Motswedi). National Teacher Education Journal: 5 (1) 99 – 106. j) Phibion. O. S. (2012) Bangwaketse of Botswana Setapa Traditional Music Practices. International Review of Social Sciences and Humanities (IRSSH) Journal: 4 (1) 1-11.
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k) Phibion. O. S. (2012) Borankana (Phathisi) Music Performance, Learning and Transmission Among the Bakwena of Botswana. International Journal of Scientific Research in Education (IJSRE): 5 (1) 12 – 17. l) Phibion, O. S. (2012) Ditlhaka Music learning and Practices through Transmission among the Batlokwa and Balete of Botswana. Journal of Music and Dance: 2 (1) 1 - 8.
m) Phibion. O. S. & Mazile. B. M. (2011) The Influence of Music on Botswana Adolescents’ Sexual Behaviour. Pula Journal, 25 (1) 145 – 159. n) Phibion, O. S. (2011) Botswana Primary School Teachers’ Perceptions on the Introduction of Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA). National Teacher Education Journal: 4(3) 47-55. o) Phibion, O. S. (2011) An African – European Cuisine for Music Student Teachers: National Teacher Education Journal: 4 (2) 27-33. p) Phibion. O. S. (2009) The Rain - Praying Music of the Bakalanga of Botswana and Zimbabwe. African Musicology Journal: (3) 18 – 30. q) Phibion O.S: (2006) Bakalanga Traditional Music Instruments (Zwilidzo zwa ntolo zwe Bakalanga; Botswana Notes and Records: (38) 74-88. r) Phibion, O. S & Otukile, M. E. (2005) Effects of Music – Learning on Botswana Students with Visual Impairment: Mosenodi, 13 (1), 65-76.
3.1.2 Other Publications
Refereed Published Conference Proceedings
a) Phibion. O. S. & Otukile, M. E. (2007) The Provision of Music Learning Opportunities in Botswana Including Problems Faced by Learners with Visual Impairment. Proceedings of the African Comparative and History of Education Society (SACHES). Mmelesi Lodge, Lesotho 20 – 22 July 2007. Edited by Wolhuter & Herman, Page 96- 109.
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b) Monyatsi. P. P. & Phibion. O. S. (2012) An Evaluation of the Music, Education, and Cultural Identity project (MECI). SANORD INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM. Strengthening the role of universities as hubs of development: Through the Southern African – Nordic University Centre (SANORD). Proceedings. AARHUS University. Pages 51 – 61.
Non – Refereed Journal Articles
a) Phibion O. S: (2007) Music of the Bakalanga of Botswana and Zimbabwe. The Magazine for Traditional Music. Article MT 210, Page 1-15, (Online Journal).
Books Published a) Phibion. O. S. & Moeng. L. D. Collegium Form 1 Music Text Book. ISBN: 978-99912- 987-9-5 (Published and prescribed to be used in Botswana Junior Secondary Schools)
3.1.3 Forth – Coming Publications and on – going work
3.2 Books being authored a) Phibion. O. S. & Moeng. L. D. Collegium Form 2 Music Text Book. (Completed and ready for submission to Collegium for publication).
3.2.1 Forth – Coming Publications (Work in Progress)
a) Phibion. O. S. The Basarwa Melon Throwing Circle Dance (Siqciru/Siqcuru): Article Submitted for publication to The International Journal of Community Music (On July 26th, 2018).
b) Phibion. O. S. & Rabatoko. F. Revitalising Traditional Performance of the Kudu Horn (Lenaka la Tholo) by the Bakwena of Botswana: Article Submitted for Publication to Muziki Journal of Music Research in Africa (On 23rd November 2017).
c) Phibion. O. S. & Faros A. Hybridization of Movement in Music and Physical Education.
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a) Phibion. O. S. “The 2019 Chaoyang University of Technology (CYUT) International Forum of University Social Responsibility” held by the Office of International and Cross-Strait Cooperation, Taiwan on 29th March, 2019. b) Phibion. O. S. The Basarwa of Botswana Melon Dance. Presented at the 33rd International Society of Music (ISME) Conference in Baku (Azerbaijan) 15 – 20th July 2018. c) Phibion. O. S. & Rabatoko. F. Revitalising Traditional Performance of the Kudu Horn by the Bakwena of Botswana. Presented at the 32nd International Society of Music (ISME) Conference in Glasgow (Scotland) 24 – 29 July 2016. d) Phibion O. S. Kekana S. M & Rabatoko. F. M. Music Teaching in Botswana Secondary Teacher Training Colleges (A case of Molepolole College of Education). Presented at 2014 Pan African Society for Musical Arts Education (PASMAE) for Southern African countries Conference held in Centurion Cornwall Hill College RSA from 8th – 9th August 2014. e) Phibion O. S. Tsutsube music as practiced by the Basarwa (San) of Botswana. Presented at the 31st International Society of Music Education (ISME) Conference held in Porto Alegre, PUCRS (Brazil) 21st – 25th July 2014. f) Monyatsi P. P. & Phibion. O. S. An Investigation into the Transformation of Music Teaching and Learning Through Technology in Botswana Private (English Medium) High Schools. Presented a Paper from 10th to 12th June 2014 at The SANORD Symposium in Karlstad University (Sweden). g) Phibion O. S. & Monyatsi P. P. Access equity and quality in higher Education in Botswana Enablers and Hinderers. Presented a Paper from 1st to 4th December 2013 at The SANORD 4th Biennial International Conference Bingu International Conference Centre, Presidential Hotel, Lilongwe Malawi. h) Phibion. O. S. Phuthego. S. J. & Kekana. S. M. Marapo (Bone – Striking) Trdational Music as Practised by the Bangwato of Botswana. Presented at the 3rd African Conference on Basic Education held at The University of Botswana in Gaborone (Botswana) 1st July to 4 July 2013. i) Phibion. O. S. The Significance of Mmino wa Dinaka Among the Bangwaketse of Botswana. Presented at the International Society for Music Education (ISME) Conference held in Thessaloniki (Greece) 15 – 20th July 2012.
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j) Monyatsi P. P. & Phibion O. S. An Evaluation of Music, Education and Cultural Identity (MECI) Project. SANORD International Symposium Aarhus University, Aarhus (Denmark) 6 – 7 June 2012. k) Phibion. O. S. The Norwich Sol – fa Theory and Its Implications to the Botswana Primary Music Education System. Presented at the 7th PASMAE – ISME Regional Conference held in Gaborone (Botswana) 26th – 31st July 2011. l) Phibion. O. S. Music learning and Practices through aural transmission among the Batlokwa and Balete of Botswana. Presented at the International Society for Music Education (ISME) Conference held in Beijing (China) 1 – 6th August 2010. m) Phibion. O. S. Bangwaketse of Botswana Setapa Traditional Music practices. Presented at the Partnership’s Intensive Period (IP) hosted by the University of Botswana. February 28th to March 7th 2010. n) Phibion, O. S. Preparing Music Teachers through African and European Partnerships (A case of the University of Botswana and The University of Jyvaskyla). This paper was presented at the BOLESWANA 13th International Biennial Symposium 22nd – 24th July (2009) at the University of Botswana (Gaborone) Library Auditorium. o) Phibion, O. S. Reflections on the introduction of Music Teaching in Botswana Junior Secondary Schools (A case of Gaborone Schools: Nanogang, Marulamantsi and Motswedi). This paper was presented at the second Presented at the 2nd African conference on primary/basic education held at the University of Botswana from 21st – 24th September 2008. p) Phibion, O. S. How young Children’s games enhance their music Learning Skills in Botswana primary schools. Presented at the International Society of Music Education (ISME) Conference held in Bologna (Italy) July 21 – 25th 2008. q) Makwinja – Morara, V. M. Mmonadibe, P. Phibion, O. S. & Chilisa, B. (2008) Parent – Child Communication on Adolescent Sexual Risk Behaviours, ICOWHI Conference, Gaborone July 8th – 14th 2008. r) Tsheko, N. Makwinja – Morara, V. M., Phibion, O. S. Community Participation in Designing Adolescent HIVSTI Prevention interventions, ICOWHI Conference, Gaborone 8th– 14th July 2008. s) Phibion, O. S. Acquiring Indigenous Knowledge through Koma Music among the Batlokwa of Botswana. Presented at the 12th Biennial BOLESWANA International
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Symposium on Educational Research held at the National University of Lesotho from 23rd – 25th July 2007. t) Phibion, O. S. Botswana Primary School Teachers’ Perceptions on the Introduction of Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA). Presented at the 1st African conference on primary/basic education held at the University of Botswana from 16th – 19th October 2006. u) Phibion, O.S & Otukile. E. M The Provision of music learning opportunities in Botswana Including Tanzania 16th - 19th September, 2005. problems faced by Learners with Visual Impairment) Presented at University of Dar-Es-Salaam. v) Phibion. O.S. Attended an International Society of Music Education (ISME) Conference in Pretoria South Africa as a Sponsored Delegate 19 – 25th July 1998.
3.4 Composition
a) Composed one song entitled: Kaloso ya Baoki
This song was composed as a special request for the first Botswana combined graduation ceremony for Institutes of Health Sciences held at Francistown in 1998.
3.5 Unpublished dissertations and Thesis
a) Phibion, O.S (1990) How Does the Representational System Employed in the Invented Notations of Young Children’s ( 0 – 11 Years ) Music Contribute To Their Musical Reading Development (an MA Dissertation). b) Phibion, O.S (2003) Bakalanga Music and Dance in Botswana and Zimbabwe (a doctoral thesis)
4.0 SERVICE
4.1 Service to University of Botswana
a) I was invited to give a keynote address (Guest Speaker) at the Tutume North Cluster Teachers Day on 7 June 2019. b) I was invited as a visiting scholar/exchange lecturer by Berklee College of Music in Boston Massachusetts USA from 22nd October to 2nd November 2018. During this 2 week visit, I observed music lessons as well as offering lectures in ethnomusicology.
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c) I Initiated an MOU between the University of Botswana and Chaoyang University of Technology (Taiwan) which got approved on 26th September 2018. d) I prepared and accompanied the University of Botswana Choir for its performance Banquet for 2014/2015 first year students held at the University of Botswana. e) I conducted the University of Botswana choir at the 2013 Intervarsity Choral Music Competitions held at the University of Swaziland (UNISWA) in Matsapha. The competitions were between the University of Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland. They were held from 7th March to 14th march 2014 in which the UB choir got an overall of position 2 and brought with it three trophies and a number of medals for small ensemble singers. f) I am currently the Department of Primary Education Registration Coordinator. g) I conducted the University of Botswana choir at the 2013 Intervarsity Choral Music Competitions held at the National University of Lesotho (NUL in Roma - Lesotho). The competitions were between the University of Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland. They were held from 10th March to 14th march 2013 in which the UB choir won and brought with it Three trophies out of Four. h) I am currently the Coordinator and Conductor of the University of Botswana Choir • Conducted the University Choir at a joint performance hosted by Shanghai Normal University (SHNU), The University of Botswana (UB) and The Confucius Institute at the University of Botswana (CIUB), held at the University of Botswana Student Centre on the 9th October 2012. • Conducted the University of Botswana choir at the Graduation Ceremony on the 13th October 2012 held at the University of Botswana Stadium. i) I am currently the DPE Teaching Practice Representative. j) I was the Examinations officer for the Department of Primary Education from 2005 to 2011. k) I was the representative of the Faculty of Education at the Faculty of Humanities Board from January 2010 to December 2010. l) I was a Library representative for the Department of Primary Education from August 2007 to May 2008. m) I Initiated an MOU between the University of Botswana and the University of Jyvaskyla (Finland) & coordinator of the North –South – South (NSS) Music Partnership with the University of Jyvaskyla (Finland) at the University of Botswana. I organised an (NSS) 25
Intensive Programme/Conference at the University of Botswana which took place from the 28 – 02 – 2010 to 07 – 03 – 2010.
Partner Universities present were:
• University of South Africa (RSA) • University of Pretoria (RSA) • Kenyatta University (Kenya) • North West university (RSA) • University of Jyvaskyla (Finland) • And the host University of Botswana n) Participated in the preparations and organization of the Primary Education Arts Fair held on 21 – 04 – 05. o) Participated in the organization of 1st African conference on primary/basic education held at the University of Botswana from 16th – 19th October 2006. p) Edited Music audio/radio tutor script no. 8 for distance learners Centre for Continuing Education – CCE. q) A member of the University of Botswana Education Library Committee. r) Has been a Visiting lecturer at the University of Jyvaskyla (Finland) from the 14th April to the 25th April 2008. s) Has been a visiting lecturer at the University of Jyvaskyla (Finland) from the 4th to the 15th October 2011.
4.2 Professional Service
a) I reviewed two research articles for publication in the Mosenodi Journal in May 2017. b) I reviewed a research article for publication in the Muziki: Journal of Music Research in Africa in June 2014. c) Negotiated, Organised and led the British Broadcasting team (Roger Short – Senior Producer Broadcasting House London) and (Laura Metcalfe British Broadcasting Scotland) to Ramotswa for Balete Ditlhaka Music Recording session for their BBC Radio 3 programme known as Common Wealth Connections on the 9th January 2014. d) Externally Moderated Diploma in Secondary Education Music Examinations at Molepolole College of Education from 25 – 11 – 2013 to 28 – 11 – 2013. 26
e) Externally Moderated Diploma in Primary Education at Francistown College of Education 11th – 14th November 2013. f) Externally Moderated Diploma in Secondary Education Practical Music Examinations at Molepolole College of Education on 03 – 10 – 2013. g) Presented The following Music Topics On Botswana Television ( Educational broadcasting Television programme); Bakalanga Music for entertainment, Bakalanga Ceremonial/Rain Praying Music (March 2013) and Marapo (Bone – Striking) Traditional Music as Practised by Bangwato of Botswana (September 2013). h) 26th – 29th November 2012: External moderator for the Diploma in Secondary Education music examinations. i) 18th October 2012: Externally moderated Diploma in secondary Education Music Practical Examinations.
j) 21st October 2011: Externally moderated Diploma in Secondary Education Music Practical Examinations. k) Attended a Choral Conductors’ workshop on Saturday 3 September 2011 at the University of Pretoria South Africa. l) Attended a workshop in the designing of the Arts adjudication instruments from 10 to 12 February 2010 at Desert sands motel (Palapye - Botswana). • Attended a Colourstrings Music Kindergarten Course from 16 to 20 June 2011 at the University of Pretoria covering the following areas. ➢ Associate Teacher Certificate Course ➢ Sol – fa Foundation Course ➢ Certificate Music kindergarten m) 1st – 4th November 2010: External moderator for the Diploma in Secondary Education music examinations. n) 2nd – 5th November 2009: External moderator for the Diploma in Secondary Education music examinations. o) 3rd – 7th November 2008: External moderator for the Diploma in Secondary Education music examinations.
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p) Attended an Orchestral Conducting Course on the 30th August 2008 by the Johannesburg Symphony Orchestra at Bedfordview Methodist Church in Johannesburg. q) 7 – 10 January 2008: External moderator for the Diploma in Secondary Education music examinations. r) 30th – 2nd February 2007: External moderator for the Diploma in Secondary Education music examinations. s) 13 – 16 March 2006: External moderator for the Diploma in Secondary Education (Final Teaching Practice). t) 09 – 12 January 2006: External moderator for the Diploma in Secondary Education music examinations. u) 14 – 18 November 2005: External moderator for the Diploma in Primary Education music examinations. v) 10 – 14 January 2005: External moderator for the Diploma in Secondary Education music examinations. w) 1998- External moderator for Diploma in Primary Education music examinations.
4.3 Community Service a) Invited to officiate in reading the President’s 52nd Independence Speech by the North East District Council at Mabudzani Village Kgotla on September 30th 2018. b) Invited to officiate as a guest speaker at Ithuteng CJSS Mochudi at a Prize Giving Ceremony on 14th September 2018 where I donated a printer with fax and photocopier to the school. c) Adjudicated ABOSPA National Choral Competitions at Limkokwing University on 13th July 2017. d) Advisor of Christ The king Cathedral Roman Catholic Choir in Gaborone 2014. e) Adjudicated the Inter-Parishes Catholic Church Choirs music Association Vicariate of Francistown at Lady Khama Hall (Serowe) on the 4th August 2012. f) I gave a talk on BTV (on Independence Day 30th September 2011) about the growth of Music in Botswana since independence. g) Adjudicated the President’s Day Choral Music Competitions at Maitisong (Gaborone) on the 9th July 2011. 28
h) Adjudicated the Botswana Teachers’ Union Music Competitions National Eisteddfod at Mahalapye on 17 – 07 – 2010 and 18 – 07 – 2010. i) Adjudicated the President’s Day Choral Music Competitions at Maitisong (Gaborone) on 10th July 2010. j) Made a public lecture/Broad Cast on GABZ FM RADIO STATION on Ethnomusicology and the University of Botswana Music Partnerships with other five universities on March 24th 2010. k) Adjudicated the LOBANGWE Botswana Teachers Union Regional Choral Competitions in Kanye on the 4th July 2009. l) Adjudicated the Botswana Teachers Union Senior Secondary Schools Pre – National Choral competitions at Selibe Phikwe Town on the 27th June 2009. m) Invited as a guest speaker on the teachers Day held at Mabudzaani Primary School (North East District - Botswana) on the 07 – 06 – 2007. n) Adjudicated the Inter – Synodical Choral Music Competitions conducted by choirs from Botswana and South Africa held at Boipuso hall (Gaborone) on the 23 – 09 –2006. o) Adjudicated the Botswana Teachers union regional choral competitions held at Mmanaana Secondary School on 30 – 06 – 2007. p) One of the founders of Shongwe community choir I also conducted from 2006 to 2007 which also performed in the Domboshaba Annual Cultural Festival. q) Choral Advisor and Facilitator for Christ The King Catholic Cathedral Choir Gaborone in 2006 – 2007. r) Adjudicated Primary and Secondary Schools Botswana Teachers Union Branch Choral Music Competitions from June to July 2005 held at Digawana, Gaborone and Tsamaya respectively.
4.4 Membership to Professional Organizations
a) A member of the Orff Music Society of South Africa. b) A member of the Development of Moderation Systems for the Choral Music Sector Qualifications. c) A member and Vice Chairman of the Botswana Training Authority (BOTA) Choral Music Standard Setting Task Force. d) A member of The International Society of Music Education (ISME). 29
e) A member of the Wider Executive Committee of Southern African Comparative and History of Education Society (SACHES). f) A member of BOLESWANA Research Association g) A member of the Pan African Society for Musical Arts Education (PASMAE)
5.0 Academic Leadership a) Appointed External Examiner for Botswana Primary and Secondary Colleges of Education (2019 – 2022). b) Acting Headship – Department of Primary Education - 26th April 2019 c) Acting Headship – Department of Primary Education – 2nd to 3rd August 2018 d) Acting Headship – Department of Primary Education – 7th to 9 June 2017 e) Acting Headship – Department of Primary Education - 5 May 2017 f) Reviewed two research articles for publication in the Mosenodi Journal May 2017. g) Reviewed a research article for publication in the Muziki: Journal of Music Research in Africa in June 2014. h) Acting Headship – Department of Primary Education – from 13th to 17th January 2014. i) Acting Headship - Department of Primary Education – from 4th June to 18th June 2012. j) Acting Headship – Department of Primary Education on 4th May 2012. k) Acting Headship – Department of Primary Education – from 30th June to 2nd July 2008. l) Involved in interdisciplinary issues through advising and monitoring in the Development of the Music syllabus for Visual and Performing arts (VAPA) in the Faculty of Humanities. m) Coordinate Primary Education Departmental registration activities with a team of 6 lecturers. n) Initiated the implementation of an MOU for the Partnership/Exchange programme which I am also coordinating for lecturers and students between the Universities of Botswana and Jyvaskyla (Finland) since 2007. o) Organized an Intensive Period (IP) workshop which involved 7 Partner Universities in the exchange programme hosted by the University of Botswana from 28/02/2010 to 06/03/2010.
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p) Initiated an Evaluation of the Music Education Unit by an external Reviewer from the University of Pretoria January 23 to 26 in 2007. q) I Initiated an MOU between the University of Botswana and the University of Jyvaskyla (Finland) which commenced in 2007. r) I am coordinating the North –South – South (NSS) Music Partnership with the University of Jyvaskyla (Finland) at the University of Botswana. I organised an (NSS) Intensive Programme/Conference at the University of Botswana which took place from the 28 – 02 – 2010 to 07 – 03 – 2010 and partner Universities present were: • University of South Africa (RSA) • University of Pretoria (RSA) • Kenyatta University (Kenya) • North West university (RSA) • University of Jyvaskyla (Finland) • And the host University of Botswana
s) Co-presented a conference paper (Marapo Bone – Striking) Traditional Music as Practiced by the Bangwato of Botswana) with three junior staff Mrs Shirley Kekana, Mr Samuel Justus Phuthego and Mr Bushy Leremela Bogosing at the 3rd African Conference on Basic Education held at The University of Botswana in Gaborone (Botswana) 1st July to 4 July 2013.
t) Co-authored published journal article (Marapo Bone – Striking) Traditional Music as practiced by Bangwato of Botswana) with junior lecturer staff Mrs Shirley Kekana.
u) Co-authored published journal article (The Influence of Music on Botswana Adolescents’ Sexual Behaviour) with junior lecturer staff Ms Bontshetse Mazile.
v) Co-authored published journal article (Effects of Music – Learning on Botswana Students with Visual Impairment) with junior lecturer staff Ms Mpho Otukile.
5.1 Graduate Research External Examiner
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a) Appointed as an External Examiner for the University of Pretoria Doctor of Philosophy – Music Student (2018) and has successfully externally examined one student. b) Appointed as an External Examiner for the North West University Doctor of Philosophy – Music Student (2017) and has successfully externally examined one student. c) Appointed as an Chief External Examiner (Opponent – for a Viva) for the Doctor of Philosophy (with specialization in music education) University of Jyvaskyla (Jyvaskylan Yliopisto) Music Student (23rd September 2017) in Finland and has successfully externally examined one student. d) Appointed as an External Examiner for the (DLITT ET PHIL (MUSICOLOGY) University of South Africa Music Student (2017) and has successfully externally examined one student. e) Appointed as an External Examiner for the North West University Doctor of Philosophy – Music Student (2017) and has successfully externally examined one student. f) Appointed as an External Examiner for the University of Pretoria Master of Music (MMus) Student (2016) and has successfully externally examined one student. g) Examined Thapedi Shadrack Mashianoke Tshiandzwane Music: The Relationship between Physical Structure and Abstractions in Cultural Progress and Change) for the University of South Africa (UNISA) Master of Arts in Musicology (MA Mus) Student (2013). h) Examined Mr Benjamin Obeghare Izu Music: Music in Ugie (Festival) in Royal Court of Benin for the University of South Africa in RSA for Master of Arts in Musicology (MA Mus) Student (2011). i) Examined A. K. Mumpuka: Music: The Status of Music Education in The Selected High Schools in Lusaka Province, Zambia for The North-West University in South Africa for a Master of Music (MMus) student in 2009.
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