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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
students
SECAT
scores
2004/05 Sem. 1 EPP 217
EPP 327
11
11
4.7
5.0
2004/05 Sem. 2 EPP 328
EPP 447
11
11
4.5
3.5
2005/06 Sem.1 EPP 217
EPP 447
EPP 327
17
6
12
4.4
4.7
4.6
2005/06 Sem. 2 EPP 328
EPA 304
4
150
4.3
3.7
2006/07 Sem. 1 EPP 217
EPP 327
13
8
4.3
3.9
2006/07 Sem. 2 EPP 328
EPA 304
10
150
4.3
4.3
2007/08 Sem. 1 EPP 217
EPP 327
11
3
4.3
4.2
2007/08 Sem. 2 EPP 328 8 5.0
2008/09 Sem. 1 EPP 217
EPP 327
15
10
4.6
5.0
2008/09 Sem. 2 EPP 328 4 5.0
2009/10 Sem. 1 EPP 217 12 4.2
4
EPP 327 7 4.3
2009/10 Sem. 2 EPP 328 7 4.5
2010/11 Sem. 1 EPP 217
EPP 327
11
8
4.6
4.8
2010/11 Sem. 2 EPP 328 7 4.5
2011/12 Sem. 1 EPP 327
EPP 447
3
7
5.0
4.3
2011/12 sem. 2 EPP 328
EPP 449
6
5
5.0
4.8
2012/2013 sem. 1 EPP 447
EPP 327
EPA 302
4
10
65
3.3
4.1
4.5
2012/2013 sem. 2 EPP 218
EPP 328
EPP 449
11
3
3
4.7
4.7
5.0
2013/2014 sem. 1 EPP 327
EPA 302
10
29
4.6
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
EPP 447
7
4
4.8
5.0
2015/2016 sem 2 EPP 218 6 4.7
5
EPA 304 5 4.5
2016/2017 sem 1 EPP 447
EPP 327
2
2
5.0
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
LME 302
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5.0
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
of Continuous Assessment in
Botswana Primary School: The Case
of Motokwe and Khekhenye Primary
Schools.
2005
Thela, V. How Classroom Music Teaching
Influence Success in Choral Music
Competitions.
2005
Bareeleng, M, S. Rural Area Dwellers (RADS)
Children Drop Out,
Hence Failure to Benefit from the
Education System – A Case of
Northern Kgalagadi.
2005
Muzila, A. Perceptions on giving homework:
case study on standard Four- A Case
of Gaborone.
2005
Letsholo, K. S. Teachers Perceptions on the Teaching
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.
2006
Keokgale, V. An investigation on Teachers’ and
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
2006
7
District: Batlokwa National School,
Mafhitlhakgosi Primary, Ramotswa
Primary and Taung Primary School.
Olefhile, G. An investigation on the difficulties of
teaching and learning mathematics in
upper primary classes: A case study
of three primary schools in Gaborone.
2006
Setsiba, R. The extent to which music enhances
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.
2006
Tsalaile, J. B. An investigation of factors which
contribute to pupils’ self-esteem in
standard three 93) classes: A case of
three Primary Schools in Ramotswa.
2006
Kgasa, M. Effective Functioning of Primary
School Libraries towards teaching
and learning.
2006
Bakani. Z. C. Investigating the effectiveness of a
generalist teacher towards music as a
teaching subject in Botswana Primary
schools.
2007
Jongman. E. M. Teachers Perceptions towards Music
teaching in Botswana community
Junior Secondary Schools.
2007
Moremedi. T. Views of students, teachers and
church on the implementation of
2007
8
double shift in secondary schools in
Botswana Junior and senior
secondary schools.
Setuke. S. K. The History and social functions of
Koma as a cultural music among the
Batlokwa of Botswana.
2007
Moremedi. T. Views of Students, Parents and
Teachers on the Implementation of
Double Shift in Secondary Schools in
Botswana: The Case of Maun Senior
and Bokamoso Community Junior.
2008
Seelo. C. B. The Impact of Guidance and
Counselling on Orphans in Botswana
Primary Schools.
2008
Mongale. L. R.
The Effectiveness of Teacher’s
Instructional Reading: Techniques in
Teaching English Language in
Botswana Primary Schools. (A Case
of Isang, Phaphane and Matsieng in
Kgatleng District).
2009
Molemoeng. C. M. Students and Teachers Perceptions on
the Nature and causes of indiscipline
in Botswana Secondary Schools: (A
Case of Moeding College, Pitikwe,
Letsopa, Ipelegeng and Itereleng
Junior secondary Schools).
2009
Phuthego S. J. The Origin of Marapo (Bone-
Striking) Cultural Music Amongst
2009
9
Bangwato of Serowe in Botswana and
their societal significance.
Keeme. D. J. People’s Perceptions of Payment of
Bogadi (Bride- Price) and its
Relevance to Contemporary
Botswana. (A case of Tonota and
Serowe villages).
2009
Keganne. B. P. Primary School Teachers Perceptions
Towards Tonic Sol-fa Music. (A case
of Notwane, Tsholofelo, Bosele and
Tsogang Primary schools in
Gaborone).
2009
Lopang Ketsone. The Effectiveness of Guidance and
Counselling to Upper Primary
Students: A Case of Lesedi, Tshiamo
and Segoditshane Primary schools in
Gaborone).
2010
Monyatsi. F. H. The Extent to which Teachers deal
with Learners’ Cultural Diversities in
the Teaching of Social studies in
Botswana Primary Schools. (A case of
three Primary Schools in Chobe
District).
2010
Leburu. M. B. Teachers’ Attitudes Towards the
implementation of School
Disciplinary Regulations. (A case
study of Mathiba, Tlhomo and
Ntebogang Junior Secondary Schools
in Kanye).
2010
10
Tupane Z.B. Teacher’s Attitudes on the Role
Played by Social Studies in the
Teaching of Values. (A case of
Segoditshane, Ledumang, Solomon
Dihutso Memorial and Mogoditshane
Primary Schools).
2010
Moring. D. J. The Primary School Teachers’
Understanding of methods and
Activities Used to Infuse
Environmental Education into Other
Subjects in Upper classes.
2010
Bome. T. B. Investigating Parental Involvement
towards achieving improved learner
academic performance in English in
Upper primary. (A case of
Ramatlabama, Borobadilepe, Papatlo
and Hebron Primary Schools).
2011
Mareka Onkgopotse. Can Induction of Primary School
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).
2011
Dinonyane. R. L. Teachers’ Attitudes Towards School
Leadership in Ngami Inspectorate
Area and its impact on students’
Academic Performance: A Case of
2011
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Toteng, Sehithwa and Tsau Primary
schools.
Keotswele. B. T. The role of Ditlhaka Music in Cultural
Transmission and conservation of the
Balete Found in South East of
Botswana.
2011
Taziba. W. D. The Extent to which school
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).
2011
Sello. E.
Vandalism of Junior Secondary
School Resources by Students in the
Southern Region. (A case of Matsha,
Lehutshelo and Motaung Schools).
2011
Disele, V. How Standard Six teachers perceive
the teaching of Creative and
Performing Arts (CAPA) subjects in
Botswana Schools (A Case of
Kgabosetso, Bakgatla, Kgabophuti
and Mosielele Primary schools in
Moshupa).
2012
Gabarongwe, K. An Investigation on how far Teachers
go with standard two pupils English
Language Learning errors in
Botswana. (A case of Four Moshupa
2012
12
Primary Schools – Bakoko, Bakgatla,
Kebonyekgotla and Kgabosetso).
Jotia, T. Investigation on the Primary
Teacher’s Computer Literacy and its
usage in Mmadinare Inspectoral Area.
2012
Msomi, I. An Investigation on Bulying/
Violence in Prmary schools. ( A Case
of three primary schools in Gaborone
South Inspectoral area).
2012
Mosweu, T. E. Factors that contribute towards
standard four attainment tests poor
performance in Semi Urban areas: A
case of Masokola, Mannathoko,
Tshekedi and Makolojwane.
2012
Samuel, M. The Attitudes of Teachers Towards
the teaching of Music in Botswana
Upper Primary classes (A Case of
Bothakga, Maitlamo and new look
Schools in Lobatse).
2012
Disele, V. How Standard 6 Teachers Perceive
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).
2012
Lobelo, K. An Investigation on causes of school
drop outs in remote area dweller
settlements ( A case of Kjoe – New
2012
13
Xade, D’ Kar and Kuke boarding
Schools in Gantsi Region)
Matshidiso, P. M. An Investigation of Teachers’
perceptions towards the
implementation of pastoral care in
secondary schools (A case of
Bokamoso, Kgale Hill and
Marulamantsi Secondary Schools in
Gaborone).
2012
Mere, M. An investigation on parental
Involvement in Children’s education
in Upper Classes (Std 6 &7): A Case
of Bonewamang, Borakalalo and
canon Gordon Primary Schools in
Molepolole)
2012
Mmolawa, R. G. An Investigation of Senior
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).
2012
Rakgabo, P. An Investigation of the Extent to
which teachers’ inadequacy of
mathematical knowledge may affect
students’ learning of mathematics in
Lobatse Primary Schools – Botswana.
2012
14
Group/Collaborative
Research
Basaini, T.
Bolele, R.
Gabaitse, K.
Mekgwe, M.
Sebola, K.
An Investigation of problems faced in
teaching learners with special needs in
inclusive schools: a case of 5 schools
namely Bonewamang, Bothakga,
Bakgatla, Ithuteng and Monare
Primary Schools.
2013
Group/Collaborative
Research
Dikole, S.
Ditlhobolo, M.
Kebafetotse, O.
Madimabe, K.
Modimele, F.
Sebolai, K.
The extent to which corporal
punishment affects Botswana Upper
Primary Pupils Performance (A case
of Central, Kweneng, Kgatleng and
Kgalagadi Districts).
2013
Group/Collaborative
Research
Bugalo, E.
Marabu, K
Mathuba, M.
Ngele, V.
Senome, C.
An Investigation on Why Learners in
Botswana Lower Primary Classes
(STD 2 and 3) have difficulties in
English Reading (A case of Central,
South East, South Central and North
West Districts).
2013
15
Group/Collaborative
Research
Baatweng, M.
Gaosengwe, J.
Moletasaka, T. D.
Motlogelwa, K.
Tsalaile, M.
Ramotho, A. N.
The Impact of Computer Usage in
Upper Primary Teaching and
Learning in Botswana: A case of
Standard Five (5), Six (6) and Seven
(7) Classes in Moshupa, Thamaga,
Ramokgonami and Sefhare.
2013
Group/Collaborative
Research
Gaealashwe, J. B.
Governor, B.
Jore, G.
Mmape, W. K.
Modise, T.
An Investigation to Determine the
Effectiveness of Teaching English as
a Second Language In Botswana
Lower Primary Classes. ( A case of
Central and Kweneng Districts,
Gaborone and Selibe Phikwe)
2013
Motlhabanyane, M. An Investigation on the Effects of
Teaching Guidance and Counselling
in Botswana Upper Primary Classes.
(A case of Camp, Tshiamo and Thebe
Schools in the South Central Region)
2014
In progress
Dithobane, O. Factors Influencing low Academic
Performance of Primary School
Leaving Examination Results in
Botswana Rural Areas. (A case of
Tobane, Motsholapheko and
2014
In progress
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Tsetsebjwe Primary Schools in the
Central region).
Masole, G. A Study on Factors that lead to
Learners’ Inability to Read in Lower
Primary. (A case of Two Primary
Schools in the Mahalapye West
Inspectoral Area).
2014
In progress
Olebile, G. Teachers’ Views Towards
Instructional Supervision by School
Management Teams (S. M. Ts). (A
Case of Letlhabile, Rutwang and
Tonota CJSS in the Central District of
Botswana)
2014
In progress
Seswai, O. Parental Involvement and Perceptions
in the Implementation of Early
Childhood Education in Botswana.
2014
In progress
Gareanna, M. Factors Contributing to Form Three
Students’ Lower Performance in
English paper Two (Extended
Writing) in Botswana at Parwe,
Mowana and Mahalapye Secondary
schools.
2014
In progress
Seokolo, I. Primary School Teachers’
Perceptions on The Influence of Pre-
School experiences in Learning of
Standard One Pupils in Botswana. (A
case of Lerala, Kukubjwe and
Lekadibeng Schools in The Palapye
South Inspectoral Area).
2014
In progress
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Keokilwe, K. An Investigation of Factors Leading
to School Dropouts Before Primary
leaving School Leaving Examinations
(A case of Maisantwa, Rachele and
Mokgadi Schools in the Southern
District – Kanye)
2014
In progress
Ragontse, C. K. Teachers’ Perceptions on the
Performance of Standard Four
Attainment Tests in Botswana (A
Case of Kole, Ncojane and
Metsemantsho Primary schools in
CharlesHill Sub District)
2015
Luka, D. The Impact of Unions on the
Management of Botswana Primary
Schools.
2015
Buru, G. (M. ED) The Relevance of Qualifications and
Skills of Botswana Early Childhood
Educators in Private and Government
Schools (A Case of Five Gaborone
Schools)
2015
(Completed
2016)
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.
3.3 Conference Papers Presented and Conferences Attended
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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)
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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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