Faculty of Education - ECP News

Armando Bertone and Jake Burack Host SCERT Conference on Neurodiversity

�� — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:35:09 +0000

With the aim of fostering innovative and impactful research-based activities at Summit School and beyond, the Summit Centre for Education, Research, and Training (SCERT) serves as a hub for curating teaching and learning best practices related to the wellbeing of neurodivergent learners. On November 14 and 16, the SCERT held its 5th annual conference on neurodiversity, a keystone knowledge translation event designed to promote a holistic understanding and appreciation of neurodivergent learning in both academic and social contexts.

Our ECP Child and Adolescent Mental Health Expert, Dr. Tina Montreuil, Shares Her Insights to the Canadian Press on a Recent ISQ Report

�� — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 17:12:36 +0000

Dr. Tina Montreuil, clinical (school) psychologist and associate professor in the department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, was called upon for her expertise in child and adolescent mental health to comment on the recent rapport issued by l’Institut de la statistique du Québec (ISQ). The report highlights the marked rise in mental disorders among high school students.

Dr. Montreuil provides expert opinion on what could explain these increases among children and teens, but also provides insights on prevention opportunities that can arise from these findings.

Research Participation Opportunity for Non-Science Undergraduate Students

�� — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:46:10 +0000

Dr. Anila Asghar, DISE, and Abdullah Najjar are looking for undergraduate students for their study that seeks to explore the relationship between scientific thinking, feelings about science, and achievement in science.

This work will help to develop ways to assist teachers to effectively support the engagement and achievement of students in science.

The study involves completing questionnaires and engaging in an online game about science concepts and taking multiple-choice tests at the beginning and the end of the learning sessions.

Full Details:

Education's New Canada Research Chairs: Victoria Talwar & Marie-Hélène Pennestri

�� — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 17:44:15 +0000

The Government of Canada awarded �� 10 new and five renewed Canada Research Chairs Nov. 14, representing a total research investment of $13.8 million. The �� awards were part of $182 million in funding for the Canada Research Chairs (CRC) Program the government announced, to support 224 new and renewed chair holders at post-secondary institutions across the country.

ECP's Tina Montreuil, Micah Tilley, and Jasmyn Skinner Publish Article in International Journal of School & Educational Psychology

�� — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 14:33:21 +0000

Dr. Tina Montreuil and two of her doctoral students, Dr. Micah Tilley, a recent graduate of the ECP department and current PhD student, Ms. Jasmyn Skinner, have published a very recent article in the International Journal of School & Educational Psychology entitled "Healthy minds, healthy schools: a school-based prevention program targeting child anxiety and emotion regulation".

$3.75 Million Gift from Daniel and Monica Gold to Establish Centre for Early Childhool Development

�� — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 19:19:14 +0000

Helping Children get the Best Start in Life

A gift to establish a centre for early childhood development at �� aims to reach more children with learning difficulties.

Marie-Hélène Pennestri Named Prix du Quebec Finalist

�� — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 18:32:26 +0000

The provincial government announced the winners of the Prix du Quebec today. Among them was �� Education's Marie-Hélène Pennestri, a finalist for the Prix Hubert-Reeves - Relève scientifique, typically awarded to up-and-coming researchers who have distinguished themselves by the excellence of their work and have demonstrated the ability to establish and maintain constructive and lasting links with the research community.

Publication of Special Issue of LEARNing Landscapes “Towards new futures of youth development: Critical and sustainable approaches to youth wellbeing in complex times”

�� — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 19:38:53 +0000

The twenty-eighth issue of LEARNing Landscapes, an online, peer-reviewed, open access journal edited by DISE's Lynn Butler-Kisber and Bronwen Low, and ECP's Jessica Ruglis, “Towards new futures of youth development: Critical and sustainable approaches to youth wellbeing in complex times”, highlights the evolving landscape of educational and developmental research and practice, where traditional models

Changes to MCGILL ALERT! Mobile Device Notifications

�� — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:04:43 +0000

��’s Emergency Notification System allows you to opt in your mobile device to receive alerts during time-sensitive situations and disruptions in the use of various buildings on campus.

In the past, some mobile phone carriers only allowed voice messages, not SMS text messaging. Today, all carriers support SMS, so we will switch Emergency Notification System messaging to SMS for all mobile phones starting September 18.

ECP's Adam Dubé and Emma Liptrot New Article in The Conversation about Finding the Best Child-Friendly Educational Apps

�� — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 18:30:00 +0000

A new The Conversation article that highlights insights from ECP's Adam Dubé and Emma Liptrot, on evaluating educational apps for children. They advise that parents and educators should focus on apps with high-quality, age-appropriate content and engaging, interactive features.

Jacob Burack Named a Royal Society of Canada Fellow

�� — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 18:52:29 +0000

Ten �� professors researching in such areas as child trauma, memory and cardiovascular diseases are among the Royal Society of Canada’s (RSC) newest Fellows. They are among 104 new Fellows and 56 Members from across the country announced by the RSC on September 3, 2024. The Faculty of Education celebrates Professor Jacob Burack, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology as a new Fellow for 2024. Dr.

New Dean of Education a Man of Many Talents

�� — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 18:43:20 +0000

As Dean Vivek Venkatesh settles into his role, the Faculty is exploring different outreach initiatives for the Education Community to get to know our new Dean. This August article in the �� News alumni magazine serves as a great introduction:

New Course: Artificial Intelligence in Education with Dr. Maria Cutumisu

�� — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 20:09:38 +0000

An exploration of the principles underlying the current practice of machine learning (ML) by focusing on fundamental ML algorithms applied to many domains. This course is designed to help students learn to think critically about data and models, understand the conceptual underpinnings of the basic ML algorithms and techniques, how they work, how to choose an algorithm for each kind of learning task, and how to visualize, evaluate, and interpret performance measures and results correctly.

Margaret Mackenzie, Samantha Nepton, and Taylor Richardson, Winners of McCall MacBain Scholarships

�� — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 20:35:25 +0000

Margaret Mackenzie (BEd’23), Samantha Nepton (BEd’23), and Taylor Richardson (BFA'23 Towson University), are winners of McCall MacBain Scholarships, Canada’s largest leadership-based scholarships for master’s and professional studies.

Each finalist was chosen based on their character, community engagement, leadership potential, entrepreneurial spirit, academic strength, and intellectual curiosity:

Margaret Mackenzie

2024 McCall MacBain Scholar
�� Faculty of Education, MA, Educational Leadership

Education Students Monica Shank Lauwo and Rasel Babu Earn Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship and Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship

�� — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 19:37:27 +0000

Two students from the Faculty of Education have earned a Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship and Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship.

Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship:

Rasel Babu, in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, received a �� Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship for their research topic: "Pedagogues' Readiness to Integrate Educational Technology for Teaching Language and Mathematics in Bangladeshi Secondary Classrooms."

Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship:

Education Professor Claudia Mitchell Receives $2.5 Million in Funding for Visual Arts-Based Initiative

�� — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 14:40:31 +0000

Gender disparities persist glaringly around the globe with gender-based violence standing out as one of the most widespread human rights violations. Alarmingly, only 52 per cent of women who are married or in a union freely make their own decisions about sexual relations, contraceptive use, and health care. The United Nations has identified transforming harmful gender norms as a critical goal among its 17 Sustainable Development Goals for 2030.

Dr. Hadas Dahary, ECP, Receives Governor General's Gold Medal and �� Alumni Association Graduate Award

�� — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 19:33:05 +0000

Dr. Hadas Dahary earned her Ph.D. in School/Applied Child Psychology

Dr. Hadas Dahary earned her Ph.D. in School/Applied Child Psychology at �� under the supervision of Dr. Eve-Marie Quintin. Her doctoral research was supported by the Joseph-Armand Bombardier Doctoral Scholarship and competitive national autism research training initiatives, including the Quebec Autism Research Training (ART) Program, offered by the Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) and the Transforming Autism Care Consortium (TACC) in Montreal.

Welcome Message from the Dean / Message d'accueil du doyen

�� — Fri, 31 May 2024 20:56:55 +0000

Dear members of the Faculty of Education Community,

I am so proud and excited to begin my term as your Dean (as of June 1, 2024). In this first message, I wanted to share with you my vision for our Faculty and tell you a bit about my background.

Education's Award-Winning Academics this Convocation Season

�� — Thu, 23 May 2024 19:58:25 +0000

Education’s inspiring mentors are being honoured for teaching and research this Convocation Season, with awards given by the Faculty of Education and ��:

Faculty of Education’s 2024 Award for Distinguished Teaching

Dr. Janine Metallic (Assistant Professor, DISE)

Victoria Talwar, ECP and Interim Dean, Interviewed for Adult/Children Screen Time on CTV News

�� — Fri, 24 May 2024 21:01:05 +0000

Dr. Victoria Talwar, Canada Research Chair in ECP and the Faculty of Education's Interim Dean, was interviewed on CTV News on the screen times of both adults and children, and the effects it can have on kids.

The research on children's screen time has shown that less is more, however when it comes to a child’s development, parents should spend less time worrying about their kids’ screen time and focus more on reducing their own.

Faculty of Education's Kevin Ah-Sen and R. Nanre Nafziger Presented with Equity and Community Building Awards

�� — Thu, 23 May 2024 20:56:33 +0000

On May 15, 2024, Thomson House Ballroom hosted the annual Equity and Community Building Awards Ceremony. The awards highlight the work of students, faculty, and staff committed to advancing equity, diversity and community building at ��.

Dr. Bassam Khoury, ECP, Interviewed by CBC Kids News for Mental Health Week

�� — Fri, 10 May 2024 20:54:30 +0000

CBC Kids News contributor Sabrina Erin interviewed Dr. Bassam Khoury, ECP, for Mental Health Week, to learn about what compassion actually means and how it can make a difference in kids' lives.

Dr. Khoury is an Associate Professor in ECP and he heads the �� Mindfulness Research Lab, where he and his team conduct research on advancing the theory, research, and applications of mindfulness and compassion.

Dr. Kristy A. Robinson, ECP, Honoured with CPA President’s New Researcher Award

�� — Thu, 09 May 2024 19:22:23 +0000

Dr. Kristy A. Robinson, Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, has received the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) President’s New Researcher Award.

She will accept the award at this year's CPA convention in Ottawa (June 21-23), where she will also deliver an invited talk on her work.

This award recognizes the exceptional quality of her contributions to psychological knowledge in Canada as an early career researcher.

ECP's Dr. Armando Bertone speaks with SidLee about Neuodiversity, Education, and Research.

�� — Tue, 07 May 2024 15:50:34 +0000

Dr. Armando Bertone, ECP, was recently interviewed by Sid Lee Montreal's Sid Stories, discussing Neurodiversity, Creativity, Education and Research.

Dr. Bertone and his colleague Jesse Heffring, Director of Development of Summit School, talked about the different programs and creative outlets available to neurodivergent learners attending Summit School, a place where research and creativity co-exist.

Read the Full Interview

Indigenous Education: Ethical Practices for Equity, Relationality and Reconciliation with Michelle Smith

�� — Fri, 03 May 2024 20:27:40 +0000

EDPE 595: FALL 2024 SEMESTER

Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP, Invited to Provide Expert Testimony to the House of Commons

�� — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:07:29 +0000

Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP, has been recognized by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health as one of Canada’s Difference Makers.

This honour led to Dr. Montreuil’s selection as an expert witness, invited to present before Canada’s parliament on April 8, 2024.

Appointment of a New Education Dean

�� — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 14:35:58 +0000

From the Office of the President:

(Français a suivre.)

CBC Features Dr. Krista Muis, ECP: TikTok Math Lessons using DeepFakes Raise Concerns over Misinformation and Edutainment

�� — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 15:25:27 +0000

In an interview with CBC News, Dr. Krista Muis, ECP, discusses the use of deepfakes to foster learning in mathematics. Math lessons from deepfakes with Dr. Drake and Queen Elizabeth are buzzing on TikTok. But do they foster learning and understanding of complex mathematics concepts?

Dr. Muis discusses the use of these deepfakes, highlighting an initial increase in motivation and attention can be beneficial but is not enough. The spread of misconceptions and the quality of the information presented is a concern.

Kristy A. Robinson, ECP, Honoured for Significant Early Career Contributions to Research on Motivation and Learning

�� — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 20:33:25 +0000

Kristy A. Robinson, Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, received two awards at this year's meeting of the American Educational Research Association (AERA).

From the AERA Motivation in Education Special Interest Group, she received the Wilbert C. McKeachie Early Career Award for Motivation in Education Research, and from AERA Division C (Learning and Instruction), she received the Outstanding Early Career Scholar Award.

Victoria Talwar, ECP, Publishes Paper in Developmental Psychology on Children's Honesty Promotion Techniques

�� — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 20:22:54 +0000

Victoria Talwar, ECP Professor, Faculty of Education Interim Dean, and Lab Director of the Talwar Child Development Research Lab, recently published a paper in Developmental Psychology that investigates the effects of honesty promotion techniques on children of different ages.

Online Survey on Moving Beyond “Good vs. Evil”

�� — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 21:23:52 +0000

Participate in Study on Moving Beyond “Good vs. Evil”

The Science and Practice in Psychology research lab is inviting university students to participate in a brief ANONYMOUS survey approved by ��’s Research Ethics Board.

Help them find out which potentially controversial socio-political topics could be discussed in the university context.

They are also trying to better understand some beliefs and attitudes that could get in the way or facilitate genuine dialogue.

Dr. Tasmia Hai, ECP, Recipient of 2024 IMPaCT Salary Award

�� — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 16:43:08 +0000

Dr. Tasmia Hai, Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, is a recipient of 2024 IMPaCT Salary Award.

The Impact of Changing the Clocks: TVA Interview with Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri

�� — Tue, 12 Mar 2024 15:37:29 +0000

TVA spoke to Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri, pediatric sleep expert from the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, about the impact of daylight savings time on our circadian rhythm, our alertness, and our physical and mental health. Could napping help with the adjustment? Hear expert advice about turning the clocks ahead and the effects of missing an hour of sleep: https://www.tvanouvelles.ca/videos/6348684078112

(Interview available in French only.)

Interim Dean's Message about Ensuring a Peaceful Campus

�� — Mon, 11 Mar 2024 13:37:20 +0000

(This message was sent by email on March 11th at 8:28 a.m. to the Faculty's list of students, course instructors, and admin/support staff.)

Dear Education Community,

I am writing as a follow-up to the message sent by President Saini on Friday.

Celebrating International Women’s Day with ��’s Female Deans

�� — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 16:42:17 +0000

How ��’s Leaders #InspireInclusion

Friday, March 8 is International Women’s Day, marking the achievements of women and serving as a call to action for accelerating women’s equality.

This year’s theme is Inspire Inclusion – a message exemplified by ��’s female leaders. At the moment, 10 of ��’s 14 deans are women; three are the first to ever to lead their Faculty.

Their thoughts on the women who inspire them, the progress that’s been made, and the barriers that have yet to be broken.

ECP's Nancy Heath Honoured for Graduate Student Mentorship

�� — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 19:02:19 +0000

Dr. Suning Wang Award celebrates academic staff who exemplify the highest standards in teaching, training, and mentoring.

The Canadian Association for Graduate Studies (CAGS) has announced that Nancy Heath, PhD, Distinguished James �� Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at ��, has been selected as the winner of the 2023 Dr. Suning Wang Award for Outstanding Graduate Mentorship.

Welcome New Education Academics

�� — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 14:05:28 +0000

The Faculty of Education would like to extend a warm welcome to three new members of our academic team who joined us in January 2024. We look forward to collaborating with them and hearing more about their unique areas of expertise.

Statement on the International Day of Education

�� — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 18:34:53 +0000

The International Day of Education (January 24) is celebrated annually as a day dedicated to highlighting the crucial role educators play in inspiring new generations and in healing our world. Education is of utmost importance for the development of both individuals and societies. It is an integral part of shaping one’s character and strengths, fostering respect for the rights of others, and instilling a desire for knowledge and excellence.

New Book on Reading by Karen Gazith PhD, ECP

�� — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 15:10:02 +0000

Karen Gazith PhD, faculty member in the department of Education and Counselling Psychology has written a new book titled The Power of Effective Reading Instruction: How neuroscience informs instruction across all grades and disciplines.

Prospective Undergraduates Eligible for up to $12,000 with �� Canada Award

�� — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:59:38 +0000

On December 19, 2023, �� announced it is launching a $3,000 Canada Award to offset tuition increases for Canadian undergraduate students from outside Quebec in certain disciplines. Approximately 80% of new Canadian students from outside Quebec coming to �� will be eligible for the new award.

ECP Professor Emeritus, Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky, Featured in PlayMichigan.com

�� — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 21:29:44 +0000

Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky, Professor Emeritus, ECP, was recently featured in an article on the dangers of giving children lottery tickets as gifts by PlayMichigan.com.

“With the growing social acceptability and opportunities available for gambling on an international level, it is important to remember that even young people may experience gambling-related problems,” said Dr. Derevensky.

Read the full PlayMichigan.com Article

Steven Shaw, ECP, Interviewed by CJAD's Andrew Carter on the Effects of the Teacher Strike on Children

�� — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:02:13 +0000

Steven Shaw, ECP, spoke to Andrew Carter on CJAD800 about the effect of the teacher strikes on children and what can be done about it.

Worried about your kid’s studies during teacher strike? Listen to the interview to learn what you can do.

CJAD800 Interview with Steven Shaw

Empowering Inuit Voices Within a Global Context: Decolonizing Second Language Learning in Nunavik

�� — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 17:50:31 +0000

This research study conducted by an Inuit researcher explores how colonized Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities decolonized their ESL education. Notably, the examination reveals a significant absence of studies addressing this issue within the Inuit context. Recognizing this gap, the researcher develops a framework for decolonization based on Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuit traditional knowledge.

Cognitive Development Course

�� — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 21:06:31 +0000

The goal of this course is to critically examine developmental theory, with a specific focus on cognitive development, from historical, empirical, cultural perspectives. In all discussions, we will emphasize universal and inclusive developmental approaches and strengths-based narratives for understanding the complex transactions among individuals and the multi-layered environmental systems in which they develop. The challenges of incorporating issues of culture, context, and individual differences will all be addressed.

New Course! Indigenous Education: Ethical and Relational Practices for Equity and Reconciliation

�� — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 21:17:20 +0000

EDPE 595-001/002: Seminar in Special Topics 1

Topic: Indigenous Education: Ethical and Relational Practices for Equity and Reconciliation

Pathy Fellowship Applications Open

�� — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 21:17:40 +0000

The Pathy Foundation Fellowship is an intensive 12-month experiential learning opportunity for graduating students to lead a self-directed project in a community they have a meaningful connection with. Fellows are provided with comprehensive training, personal and professional development coaching, up to $40,000 in funding, and wrap-around supports to design, plan, and implement an innovative project in their community.

When dads are feeling a bit depressed or anxious, how do kids fare?

�� — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 18:57:23 +0000

Many parents experience stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms throughout their lives, particularly during times of transition, such as pregnancy and children’s entry into school. Studies have generally found that high levels of anxiety and depression in parents are linked to poorer behavioural and cognitive outcomes in children.

Call for Research Participants: Mindful Coping Project

�� — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 20:06:43 +0000

The DAIR Research Team is recruiting students who are interested in taking part in the Mindful Coping Project.

They have developed an online mindfulness program for students’ mental health and wellbeing and want your feedback on it!

Participants will receive free mindfulness tools and be entered in various raffles for chances to win cash prizes of 100$ for their participation.

�� Response to the Proposed Quebec Government Tuition Changes

�� — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 18:57:18 +0000

Dear members of the �� community,

On October 13, the Government of Quebec announced plans to change the funding model related to university tuition. While we begin to assess the implications of the news, I want to provide some initial perspective.

What the Quebec Government announced:

Tuition fees for Canadian students from outside of Quebec would increase from $8,992 to around $17,000. Current students would have five years to complete their program of study under the existing tuition structure.
The funding model for universities regarding international students would change, with the Government clawing back more money from tuition fees than is currently the case.
These two changes would apply to undergraduate programs and non-research and professional master’s programs.
Much of the tuition that students pay to �� would be returned to the Government and reallocated to francophone universities in Quebec, but the University would receive government grants to partially support the cost of teaching.
The tuition changes would apply to students beginning their studies in fall 2024.

Impacts on �� and next steps:

These measures, if implemented, would have serious consequences. I have mobilized the senior administration, Board members and teams across the University to demonstrate the concrete negative effects these measures would have on ��, on the higher education sector, and on the whole of Quebec society. Our focus is to work with government and our partners to reverse these impacts.

More information is needed before we can confirm the financial effects these measures would have on ��. In the meantime, I ask those responsible for spending to be prudent, while continuing to be ambitious in advancing the University’s mission.

It goes without saying that these measures could affect the recruitment of prospective Canadian students from outside Quebec, as it will cost less to study elsewhere in Canada for many programs. Although �� distinguished itself again last week as Canada’s top Medical Doctoral university, a near-doubling of tuition will make many think twice about their academic choices in fall 2024 and beyond.

The make-up of ��’s student body is unique in Canada. Half of our students are from Quebec, 30 percent are international students, and the remaining 20 percent come from the rest of Canada. This diversity of origin and perspectives is part of ��’s unique character – its DNA. We must protect this richness of community.

These measures threaten the University’s capacity to be a positive force for our home. Quebec boasts 19 distinguished universities, each playing a distinct role to meet the diverse needs of our population.

We need to ensure everyone realizes the incredible contributions that �� makes, not just to Montreal but throughout every region of Quebec. And among ��’s strongest assets is its tremendous power to attract and retain the highly skilled people who contribute so significantly to Quebec’s economy and society.

The power of an open Quebec society:

We are concerned that, in the government’s announcement, prospective students from outside Quebec may hear the message that they are not welcome – despite Montreal’s reputation as a global education destination, and the extraordinary contributions of students and alumni within Quebec.

We are stronger when our doors are open – when we attract the brightest minds from Canada and the world, enticing and equipping them to build fulfilling, productive lives here. They have so much to share with Montreal and Quebec.

And likewise, we Quebecers have so much to share with them: the cultural richness of la métropole; the strength of Quebec innovation and identity; the power of our made-in-Quebec ideas. When we close our doors, we compromise not only our values, but our future.

��ians care deeply about their University, and I know that this announcement is concerning for many of us. We will engage government and partners to address these proposals, seeking ways to strengthen all universities for the good of Quebec.

Sincerely,

Deep Saini
Principal and Vice-Chancellor
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Principal Saini Calls for Compassion during Israel/Gaza War

�� — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:54:03 +0000

��'s Office of the Principal and Vice-Chancellor issued this statement reflecting on the outbreak of war in the Middle East and its effect on our �� community:

Dear members of the �� community,

I have watched with horror the immense suffering and loss of human life that Hamas caused through its heinous terrorist attack on Israel. This act, and the continuing violence in Israel and Gaza, have created profound distress within ��. I have personally witnessed the grief and anxiety that so many members of our community are currently experiencing.

Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri Interviewed by Radio-Canada on Societal Sleep Concerns

�� — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 21:27:06 +0000

On the eve of the long Thanksgiving weekend, Radio-Canada turned its attention to a subject that affects us all: sleep. A little over a week ago, Courrier International magazine's feature on the subject spoke of a worldwide epidemic of insomnia as well as a relationship with sleep that often turns into an obsession in our performance-driven societies. Radio-Canada spoke with Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology and Faculty of Education Associate Dean of Research and Innovation as well as Dr.

Five Years "Walking Together" on Orange Shirt Day

�� — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 14:08:45 +0000

On Sept. 29, ��’s Faculty of Education held its fifth annual event for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day: Skátne Entewathahíta – We Will Walk Together.

Interim Dean Talwar as 2023 Fellow of The Royal Society of Canada

�� — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 20:42:26 +0000

The following is an excerpt from The �� Reporter:

The RSC Fellowship is comprised of over 2,400 Canadian scholars, artists, and scientists, who are peer-elected as leaders in their field and have made remarkable contributions in the arts, the humanities, the sciences, and Canadian public life. The RSC recognizes excellence across disciplines by electing Fellows to one of three Academies: The Academy of Sciences, the Academy of Social Sciences, and the Academy of Arts and Humanities.

Call for Research Participants: A Study on Ecological Imagination

�� — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 20:32:11 +0000

Would you like to explore your ecological imagination?
Attend one to three creative, interactive, free and fun workshops?
Contribute to a better understanding of the role of imagination and creative arts practices in dealing with the climate crisis?

New Graduate Course Available – Advanced Seminar in Learning Sciences: Machine Learning - Theory and Applications

�� — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 20:00:14 +0000

Advanced Seminar in Learning Sciences:
Machine Learning - Theory and Applications

�� Provost Announces Victoria Talwar as Education's Interim Dean

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

(Français à suivre)

Dear members of the �� community,

It is my pleasure to announce the appointment of Professor Victoria Talwar as Interim Dean of the Faculty of Education. Professor Talwar's term of office will begin on August 12, 2023 and will continue until the appointment of a new Dean of the Faculty of Education.

Susanne Lajoie at the National Assembly as New Member of l'Ordre de l'excellence en éducation

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Minister of Education, Bernard Drainville, and Minister of Higher Education, Pascale Déry, inducted the 25 new members of the Ordre de l'excellence en éducation at an official ceremony at the National Assembly on May 29th recognizing these new inductees for their contribution to education.

Jessica Mettler, ECP, Receives Governor General’s Gold Medal & the �� Alumni Association Graduate Award

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Jessica Mettler, recent PhD graduate in the Human Development program supervised by Dr. Nancy Heath, has been awarded the highly competitive Governor General’s Gold Medal, which is awarded to the most outstanding PhD graduate in Social Sciences & Humanities at ��, and the �� Alumni Association Graduate Award, which is awarded to an outstanding PhD graduate at ��.

Professor Victoria Talwar, ECP, Featured in Globe and Mail Article on Limiting Screen Time for Children

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Professor Victoria Talwar, from the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, was featured recently in Globe and Mail's article on limiting screen time for children. The quality of that screen time is worth considering, and a child connecting with friends or family using the technology isn't a bad thing. However, it is important to keep an eye on children's screen time, as it continues to rise, from year to year.

Get to Know your Class of 2023 Valedictorian

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

"One of the biggest things that I have learned through my time at �� is to always carry hope and kindness with me. I genuinely believe that by being hopeful about positive change and bringing kindness into whatever we choose to do, we will be able to make a positive change in the world. We will be able to find solutions for some of these challenges as long as we all work together and strive to make a difference."

- Zainab Khan, Faculty of Education Valedictorian

Students Who Attended Supplementary School are Invited to Participate in a Research Project

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

For a qualitative research project investigating students' experience with supplementary schooling, a joint effort project by �� and the University of Antwerp in Belgium are looking for participants.

The goal is to investigate the educational pathways of students who attended supplementary schooling in the past. Students who attended a form of supplementary schooling (Chinese school, Greek school, other heritage language schools, Mosque school, Black weekendschool, etc… ) in the past are cordially invited to participate.

Later Wake-Up Times for Teens? / Les adolescents et l'heure du réveil?

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Would pushing school hours later have an impact on teens' mental health? Don't mistake laziness for sleepiness; our youth may be on a different biological schedule. Pediatric sleep expert, Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri, of the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology explains in this interview with TVA Nouvelles. (Interview in French only.)

Susanne Lajoie named to Ordre de l’excellence en éducation

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

�� professor recognized for her work on technology-supported education

The Ordre de l’excellence en éducation du Québec has named Professor Susanne Lajoie a Senior Fellow in recognition of her significant contribution to the quality of education in Quebec.

Bassam Khoury, ECP, and Marie-Claude Geoffroy, ECP, Featured in TheConversation.com

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Bassam Khoury, Associate Professor, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, and Marie-Claude Geoffroy, Assistant Professor, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology and Canada Research Chair in Youth Suicide Prevention, ��, were recently featured in The Conversation, authoring the article Suicide prevention: Protective factors can build hope and mitigate risks.

Participate in the Endothelial Function In Post-Menopausal Women Research Study

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

The Cardiovascular Health and Autonomic Regulation Laboratory in the department of Kinesiology and Physical Education is looking to recruit participants for an exciting study!

DOES FOLIC ACID IMPROVE ENDOTHELIAL FUNCTION IN POST-MENOPAUSAL WOMEN?

WHAT: To investigate the efficacy of using folic acid supplementation to restore the vascular benefits of physical activity in postmenopausal women and age-matched men.

Participate in the "Walking for Wellbeing" - Research Project for up to $100 in Compensation!

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Participate in research for up to $100 in compensation!

Dr. Marie-Claude Geoffroy's research team is searching for participants for the Walking for Wellbeing research project!

Looking for English-speaking �� students aged 18-25, with a working smartphone & data usage plan.

Participants will be asked to walk 3x per week for a total of 4 weeks.

walkingintervention.mtl [at] gmail.com (Send Email to Participate)

Victoria Talwar Explains Lying to Newsweek Magazine

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

ECP's Dr. Victoria Talwar, was featured in Newsweek Magazine's article "Here's How Science Explains Liars Like George Santos" by Dan Hurley:

Lying turns out to be a very teenage thing to do, as most parents learn."Lying peaks in adolescence and then declines all through adulthood and into the senior years," says Victoria Talwar, professor of developmental psychology at �� and author of The Truth About Lying: Teaching Honesty to Children at Every Age and Stage (APA LifeTools, 2022).

Tina Montreuil, ECP, Featured on Global News and Times Colonist

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Tina Montreuil, ECP, was recently featured on Global News and Times Colonist outlining how parents can talk honestly with their children about traumatic events, such as the case of a bus crashing into a daycare.

“Parents need to prepare for these discussions and listen instead of being reactive. With any tragedy or anything that elicits a reaction of distress or sorrow, we want to be sure that we’re available, we’re listening, because we need to validate and create space for them.”

Muis, Robinson, and Lobczowski Recognized as Top-Producing Women in Educational Psychology Research

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Three scholars from the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology were represented the recently published lists of Top-Producing Women in Educational Psychology Journals from 2017 to 2021 (Griffin et al., 2023, Educational Psychology Review). Krista R. Muis, Professor, Kristy A. Robinson, Assistant Professor, and Nikki G. Lobczowski, Assistant Professor, each received recognition for their publication records in flagship educational psychology journals.

Education Alumni Philip Cutler in the Media

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Teacher turned mission-driven entrepreneur, Philip Cutler (B.Ed.'13), was featured in interview with two media outlets this past week. As CEO of Paper, Philip used his transferable skills as a classroom teacher to establish an on-demand online tutoring service. Paper has supported 3,000,000 students throughout the United States and will be collaborating with �� Education on research in the EdTech field. Philip is also a member of �� Education's Faculty Advisory Board (FAB), as a philanthropic ambassador for the Faculty.

Two Human Resources positions available within �� Education!

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

�� Faculty of Education is expanding its Human Resources team and is looking to fill the positions of Staffing Advisor and Human Resources Administrator, working directly under the Human Resources Advisor and as part of the Dean’s Office unit.

Bell Let's Talk Day: Mental Health Advice from Dr. Marie-Claude Geoffroy

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Dr. Marie-Claude Geoffroy (Educational and Counselling Psychology) is a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair known for her longitudinal research on youth suicide and for testing mental health promotion intervention. For Bell Let's Talk Day (January 25) we asked Dr. Georffroy to provide the �� Education Community with key advice on improving mental health for those who are suffering and for people who want to be active in helping others:

Job Post: GPS Academic Projects Officer

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

��'s Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies is seeking an Academic Projects Officer. This administrator provides advising, planning, policy and project support on a range of dossiers and initiatives led by Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. This includes providing support in the preparation of planning documents, project reports, briefing notes, data analysis and presentations. They play an essential role in the advancement of the priorities of the unit.

Primary Responsibilities:

Walking for Wellbeing Project - Participants Needed. Up to $100 in Compensation

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Participate in research for up to $100 in compensation!

Dr. Marie-Claude Geoffroy's lab is looking for participants for the Walking for Wellbeing Research Project.

Participation entails three 45-minute walks per week (in downtown Montreal) for a total of 4 weeks, with weekly online questionnaires. Participants must be: currently registered as �� students; aged 18-25; fluent in English; and owning a working smartphone with a data usage plan.

Online Study Opportunity - Selecting Online Mental Health Resources for Adolescents

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

The DAIR Team at �� is looking for School/Applied Child Psychology students or �� students who have had experience in providing adolescents with online mental health resources. They are looking for students who can assist in evaluating a tool created for school mental health professionals to use when evaluating online mental health resources for adolescents.

This Study Involves:

Language Research Study Looking for Young Adults

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Dr. Gigi Luk at the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at �� is looking for adults to participate in a new research study. This study involves:
- A survey on language background and learning habit – for a 1 in 10 chance to win a $20 Amazon gift card

Optional for those self-identified as having a learning disabilities:
- a 1-1.5 hour online session
- Complete language tasks in English
- Answer questions about their language acquisition history and language background

Participate in the Hip Hop Active Listening Survey (HHALS) for School Counselors

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Dr. Ian P. Levy, Dr. Michael Lipset and Mr. Timothy Jones invite you to participate in a research study that they are conducting. The purpose of this study is to assess the abilities of school counselors to identify ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors in the language of youth; i.e. Hip-Hop. Enclosed is a fun and interactive survey wherein you will be asked to listen to a student's song and assess the degree to which, if at all, a variety of educational mindsets and behaviors are present.

Instructions are as follows:

Talking to Kids about Gift-Giving and other Holiday Advice for Parents

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

On CTV News Montreal, �� Educational and Counselling Psychology Chair, Victoria Talwar, discusses family dynamics during the holidays. In this interview, she advises parents on talking to young children about gift etiquette and how to best address kids' questions about Santa. Watch the full interview here.

How to Talk to Kids About “the Santa Question”

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

��'s Educational and Counselling Psychology Department Chair, Dr. Victoria Talwar, gives parents advice about navigating kids' questions about Santa Claus without spoiling the magic of Christmas. Read the article in Mental Floss magazine.

Have a Cybersafe Holiday!

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

�� IT has put together a list of tips and tricks for the holiday season to help keep your devices on the nice list and ward off any naughty cyber attacks. Check out these four key tips and additional resources to help protect your digital world: /cybersafe/article/have-cybersafe-holiday.

Congratulations to Kelsey Huson, ECP, 2022 Vanier Scholar

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

2022 Vanier Scholar, Kelsey Huson, from the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, was the recipient of Canada’s most prestigious graduate awards, for traditional healing and culture-related substance use disorder treatment transformations due to the COVID-19 pandemic: Impact on Indigenous patients and communities.

The Connections Lab Study Recruitment

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

The Connections lab at �� has developed a survey to gain the perspective of school teachers and educators on the barriers teachers face when implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in their classrooms, in addition to assessing their knowledge of and level of access to Evidence Based Practices (EBPs) and social justice practices in the classroom.

Who can participate? Canadian elementary and high school teachers.

Eligible participants may participate by completing the following 20 minute online survey.

Participants Needed for Domestic Violence Research

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

This is an invitation to participate in Asra Milani’s doctoral research exploring the experiences of survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV) also known as domestic violence about accessing and using psychological and social support services for IPV.

This study is supervised by Dr. Ada Sinacore and explores both survivors and service providers’ views.

Criteria to participate in the study include anyone who:

Fall 2022 Convocation Livestream

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Congratulations to the �� Faculty of Education's Fall 2022 Graduates!

Watch the livestream of the Fall 2022 Convocation Ceremony.

For more information on Convocation, visit ��'s Graduation and Convocation website.

Dr. Victoria Talwar, ECP, on Three Steps to Teach Children About Honesty in Greater Good Magazine and Parenting Translator

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Dr. Victoria Talwar, from the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology, writes about the three steps to teach children about honesty and how to help kids get better at telling the truth, in this Greater Good Magazine article. She was also recently interviewed on Parenting Translator.

Promoting Social Inclusion Among University Students

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

The SED-RG is inviting students between the ages of 18 and 25 you are invited to participate in online study that evaluates the effectiveness of a program to promotes social inclusion among students. The program will begin in January 2023, but from now until December 2022 students can indicate their willingness to participate by completing the pre-test survey.

What does participation entail?

Participate in a Research Study: Walking for Well-Being Project

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PARTICIPATE IN RESEARCH FOR UP TO $100 IN COMPENSATION

Dr. Marie-Claude Geoffroy's research team is in search of participants for a walking for well-being research project in the vicinity of downtown Montreal!

Interested in participating? Please email us at walkingintervention.mtl [at] gmail.com

Women in PhD programs reported more distress and disruptions than male counterparts early in the pandemic

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Doctoral work, by its nature a journey into uncharted territory, can be an uphill, lonesome slog at the best of times. Throw in a global pandemic’s uncertainty and isolating lockdowns – including no access to labs, libraries or even fieldwork – and it is little wonder that doctoral students were sending out distress signals. Recently, a team of Quebec researchers conducted an exploratory study on the effects the pandemic had on doctoral students. They discovered distress was much higher among female doctoral students, who also reported higher rates of disruption in their research progress.

Scenes from Fourth Annual We Will Walk Together

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

On Orange Shirt Day/National Truth and Reconciliation Day, September 30, �� Faculty of Education held its fourth annual Skátne Entewathahíta / We Will Walk Together event.

Walking in Nature Against Negative Feelings

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

In partnership with the Douglas Research Centre, Dr. Marie-Claude Geoffroy (Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology) has released an inciteful video introduction to The effects of walking in nature on negative and positive affect in adult psychiatric outpatients with major depressive disorder: A randomized-controlled study. Dr. Marie-Claude Géoffroy is a Canada Research Chair in Youth Suicide Prevention.

Drs. Muis and Robinson Recognized as Top-Producing Scholars in Educational Psychology

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Based on analyses of publication trends in five well-respected flagship journals, a new article in Educational Psychology Review identifies Dr. Krista Muis as one of the top-producing scholars in the field of educational psychology and Dr. Kristy A. Robinson as one of the top-producing early career scholars in educational psychology.

Get the full study details here.

Media Spotlight - Dr. Adam Dubé, ECP, Featured in Study International

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Dr. Adam Dubé, ECP, was featured in Study International, talking about the Discovery Tour series project with Ubisoft. Dubé created curriculum guides for teachers and students to relive the rich historical and cultural settings of the Assassin’s Creed game franchise.

Congratulations to the Faculty of Education 2022 Fellowship Winners

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Congratulations go out to all of the Faculty of Education 2022 Fellowship Winners:

Dr. Gauri Shankar GUHA – ECP

Meiting Chen $1,000

Jackie Kirk Fellowship – ECP

Kim Abi Zeid Daou $7,800

Jackie Kirk Fellowship – DISE

Shamnaz Arifin Min $7,800

Jackie Kirk FIELDWORK – DISE

Lea Abi Zeid Daou $7,000

Media Spotlight - Dr. Victoria Talwar, ECP, Interviewed on Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:56:34 +0000

Dr. Victoria Talwar, Chair and Professor of the Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology, was recently interviewed on the Podcast, Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast, to discuss her new book, The Truth About Lying.

It is a wide ranging conversation about the state of lying currently as well as what parents can do to reduce it while helping children find their best moral and honest selves.

Marie-Claude Geoffroy, ECP, Awarded Principal’s Prize for Outstanding Emerging Researchers

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Professor Marie-Claude Geoffroy, of the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology, has been awarded the Principal’s Prize for Outstanding Emerging Researchers. Administered by Research and Innovation, the prize honours researchers across all disciplines.

Congratulations to Equity & Community Building Award Winners, Dr. Ada Sinacore, ECP, and Professor Jake Burack, �� Youth Study Team

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Dr. Ada Sinacore, of the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, and Professor Jake Burack, of the �� Youth Study Team, have been awarded the Equity & Community Building Award. Now in its 10th year, the award recognizes the work of students, faculty and staff committed to advancing equity and diversity at ��.

ECP Researchers, Professors Shanna Williams and Victoria Talwar, Tackle Youth Loneliness and Technology Dependence

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

�� professors receive grant to explore the correlation between technology dependence, youth loneliness and the risk for exploitation.

Dr. Chiaki Konishi and her Team (SED-RG) Recognized as the Distinguished Guest for the National Day Reception on the Anniversary of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Dr. Chiaki Konishi, Associate Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, has recently been invited and attended as the distinguished guest for the National Day Reception on the Occasion of Anniversary of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan in recognition of her and her team's (Social-Emotional Research Group [SED-RG]) research and community contributions.

Faculty of Education Helps Ukranians

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

On May 5th members of the Faculty of Education launched a four-part series of live, interactive seminars to assist Ukrainian teachers, psychologists and support staff in helping people, particularly children, deal with the horrific consequences of the on-going war. Professor Emerita, Alenoush Saroyan, Director of the �� International Institute of Education, created the series at the request of Dean Dilson Rassier. In 2021, Dr. Saroyan created a similar series to support educators in Armenia during the conflict with Azerbaijan.

Congratulations to Award Winners, Dr. Bassam Khoury, ECP, and Dr. Lynn Butler-Kisber, DISE

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Congratulations to Dr. Bassam Khoury of the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology, on receiving �� Education’s 2022 Heather Reisman and Gerald Schwartz Award for Excellence in Teaching!

Dr. Khoury’s excellent track record of student research success, his commitment to student supervision, as well as his enthusiasm for education and mentorship were all factors that lead to him being this year’s award winner.

Education PhD Candidate Stephanie Zito wins Principal's Prize for Public Engagement

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Principal and Vice-Chancellor Suzanne Fortier has announced the 2022 winners of the Principal’s Prize for Public Engagement through Media. Stephanie Zito, a PhD candidate in the Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology, was announced as the winner of the Prize for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Fellows for her work in using socia

Education Welcomes Emilee Bews as its First McCall MacBain Scholar

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Emilee Bews will join 20 newly selected McCall MacBain Scholars from 17 Canadian universities pursuing graduate studies at �� in Fall 2022. �� Education's first McCall MacBain Scholar, Emilee is completing a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Calgary and will pursue her MA, Education & Society within the Department of Integrated Studies in Education. Connecting with her Indigenous heritage, she volunteers a

Congratulations Dr. Victoria Talwar, ECP, James �� Professor Award Recipient and to Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri, ECP, William Dawson Scholar Award Recipient

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

�� Faculty of Education wishes to congratulate Dr. Victoria Talwar on receiving the James �� Professor Award and to Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri on receiving the William Dawson Scholar Award!

New Education Curriculum Resources Centre Hours for April

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

The Education Curriculum Resources Centre (ECRC) has new operating hours for April.

The Curriculum Resources Centre contains:

• Reserve Collection – material for your courses on short-term loan

• Curriculum teaching materials

• Children’s and Young Adult Literature Collection

• A/V collection

• Self service check out

Psychology Experts on the Anxiety of the Lifting COVID Restrictions

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

"Just as the pandemic experience differed for different people, emerging from it won't be the same for everyone", reads the subheader of a recent Montreal Gazette article that had psychology experts weighing in on the uneasiness felt by the general public, resulting from Quebec's abrupt lifting of COVID health and safety protocols. �� Educational and Counselling Psychology's Tina Montreuil was a featured commentator for the story.

Christelle Luce's Ditch Lab Project Receives ACFAS Prize!

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

�� Educational and Counselling Psychology postdoctoral fellow, Christelle Luce, and her Ditch Labs team have been awarded this year's ACFAS Prize. Ditch Labs wants to defeat smoking, the world's number one preventable cause of death, with a holistic and smart medical device. By combining a smart nicotine vaporizer called DitchPen™, a mobile self-care app, and artificial intelligence, Ditch Labs aims to help each patient in a personalized, efficient, and safe way to stop their consumption of cigarettes.

Media Spotlight – Armando Bertone, ECP, Featured in The Montreal Gazette

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Armando Bertone, Associate Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology and SCERT Co-Founder, was interviewed in The Montreal Gazette, regarding Summit School, a Montreal school serving a population with a range of neurodevelopmental conditions including autism, becoming the site of Canada’s first creative arts centre for the neurodiverse.

“There is no other school I know of that has a research branch in the school dedicated to education, education through research and training through research.” said Armando Bertone.

A Statement from Suzanne Fortier, �� Principal and Vice-Chancellor, on the Situation in Ukraine

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Dear Members of the �� community,

�� is home to a vibrant international community, and many of us have roots in countries around the world. Global crises can affect us all.

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has been a source of deep preoccupation to many of us. As Principal of our university, I am reminded of the need for – and the potential fragility of – stability and peace in order to pursue higher learning and the advancement of knowledge.

New Video: The Psychology Behind Enforcing COVID Safety

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

In a new ��-produced video, Dr. Tina Montreuil, Associate Professor, Educational and Behavioural Psychology, discusses with Associate Provost, Chris Buddle, how you might approach someone in a kind and non-confrontational manner, who is not following safety protocols. We hope that this video will give you some helpful tips to help keep us all safe.

CIUSSS Features Marie-Hélène Pennestri on International Day of Women and Girls in Science

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

This February 11 on the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, CIUSSS du Nord de l'Île de Montréal highlighted Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri, �� Educational and Counselling Psychology University Assistant Professor and psychologist at the clinic for diagnosing sleep disorders at the Rivière-des-Prairies Hospital.

Media Spotlight – Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky, ECP, in TheNewsMotion.com

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky, from the Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology, was recently featured at TheNewsMotion.com on what parents should teach their kids about gambling.

“Kids with a problem will talk about gambling, watch gambling shows, and lie about their own gambling. Parents will find scratch lottery tickets in drawers, amongst other things,” says Dr. Derevensky.

Read the full article here.

Media Spotlight – Eve-Marie Quintin, ECP, on CBC Radio's Ontario Today

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Eve-Marie Quintin, neuropsychologist and music scientist from the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology, appeared on CBC Radio's Ontario Today to discuss how we use music to cope.

Optimizing the Well-Being of Teachers for a Better Education of Future Generations

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Dr. Tina Montreuil, Associate Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, has contributed to a special Winter 2022 Issue of the EngagED Learning - Teaching in the Digital Age on "The Development of Social and Emotional Competencies" with an article entitled "Optimizing the Well-Being of Teachers for a Better Education of Future Generations".

Helping Kids Deal with the Mental Burdens of COVID

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

A recent study from a group of Quebec researchers reinforces the idea that children, particularly those with developmental issues or health problems, may be particularly vulnerable to the interruptions to their regular routines caused by the pandemic. The study, published in the journal Frontiers in Psychiatry in December 2021, suggests children were particularly susceptible to disrupted sleep patterns, loneliness and isolation.

Winter 2022 Return to Campus Reminders

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

The following message was sent to the �� Community via email on Wednesday January 19th, and contains a useful set of guidelines for the January 24th Return-to-Campus:

Dear Members of the �� community,

As we transition to more in-person learning activities, some members of our community remain concerned about safety at ��. The Omicron variant has made us all more cautious, and the situation in Quebec is changing how we track the presence of the virus on campus. We will continue to adapt as the pandemic evolves, as we have in the past.

Effective Parenting Series on Selecting Learning Apps, Cyberbullying, and Identifying Gaming Addiction

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Concerned about kids and screen time? �� Faculty of Education experts weigh in, providing advice for families in these pre-recorded seminars.

Part of the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology’s annual Effective Parenting Series, Dr. Adam Dubé, Dr. Victoria Talwar, and Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky discuss the benefits and pitfalls of parenting in the digital world, including such topics as how to select good learning apps, addressing cyberbullying, and identifying warning signs of gaming addiction.

Congratulations to Dr. Susanne P. Lajoie, ECP, Finalist for the SSHRC Impact Awards

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Susanne P. Lajoie, Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, has recently been recognized as a finalist for the SSHRC impact awards. Dr. Lajoie researchers technologies that support learning considering the individual characteristics of learners, such as cognition and emotions, with innovative learning analytics techniques.

The SSHRC Impact Awards honour leading Canadian researchers, innovations, and achievements, in the field in social sciences and humanities.

Congratulations to Dr. Victoria Talwar, ECP, Finalist for the SSHRC Impact Awards

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Dr. Victoria Talwar, Professor and Chair of the Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology, is a finalist for the SSHRC Impact Awards.

The SSHRC Impact Awards honor leading Canadian researchers in social sciences and humanities.

Acfas awards ECP's Susanne Lajoie with research prize for exceptional contribution

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Canada’s most prestigious French-language learned society announced the recipients of its research awards on December 8 at its 77th virtual gala ceremony, the non-profit organization Acfas, l’Association francophone pour le savoir, awarded Professor Susanne Lajoie the Prix Jeanne-Lapointefor her remarkable contribution to education.

Campus Climate Survey of Student Experience (REB#21-08-013)

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

A research project led by Prof. Martin Drapeau is looking for study participants regarding student life experiences at the university level. The study examines the experience of students in universities across Canada, with a focus on campus climate, and involves researchers from ��, the University of Manitoba, the University of British Columbia, and Vancouver Community College. It has received ethics approval from �� (REB#21-08-013) and partner universities.

We're Hiring! Two Tenure-Track Positions (KPE & ECP) Available

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

�� Faculty of Education is seeking candidates for two tenure-track positions; one in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPE), and the other in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology (ECP).

The Development of the Sleep-Wake Cycle in Infants with ECP's Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

In this podcast, Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri, ECP, describes the development of the sleep-wake cycle in infants with a family perspective. There is a lot of information circulating on infant sleep, but unfortunately this information is often contradictory. Therefore, this podcast will be useful to parents, educators and health professionals.

Listen to the Podcast here.

Op Ed: Representation matters so media does not create 'moral panics'

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

In the aftermath of the tragic death of 16-year-old Jannai Dopwell-Bailey, who was stabbed outside of his school, �� Education's Dr. Bronwen Low (DISE) and Dr. Jessica Ruglis (ECP) have collabourated with community-based colleagues in writing an opinion piece for CTV News about how sensational journalism seems to validate racism and prejudice instead of working to educate the public.

Media Spotlight – Rachel Langevin, ECP, Published in The Conversation

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Rachel Langevin, Assistant Professor in Counselling Psychology at ��, co-wrote an article for The Conversation with Martine Hébert, Professor, Department of Sexology from the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) on how the #MeToo movement has not included young children who have been sexually abused and how their voices are rarely heard in the public sphere.

Read the full article HERE.

Teaching with Purpose by Karen Cohen-Gazith, ECP, on WhyKnowledgeMatters

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Karen Cohen-Gazith, ECP, talks about her book published in 2020 (November) Teaching With Purpose published by Solution Tree, on WhyKnowledgeMatters.

Watch the YouTube video HERE.

Media Spotlight – New Lay Article Published by Dr. Langevin, ECP, and Dr. Hébert, UQAM, on Young Victims of Child Sexual Abuse

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Dr. Rachel Langevin, ECP, and Dr. Martine Hébert, UQAM, recently published a lay article based on their research in the past decade on young victims of child sexual abuse, more specifically, the focus is on preschool-aged victims.

Media Spotlight – Marie-Claude Geoffroy, ECP, Article Featured in the National Post

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

Dr. Marie-Claude Geoffroy, Assistant Professor, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology and Canada Research Chair in Youth Suicide Prevention, wrote an article with co-writer Massimiliano Orri, Assistant Professor, �� Group for Suicide Studies, Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, featured in the National Post, originally published on The Conversation, an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.

Join the Team! Administrative Support Position Available

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

We’re Hiring!

There's an administrative support staff position available within ��’s Faculty of Education (Downtown Campus).

We’re looking for a frontline staff member who is professional, personable and organized to join our dynamic team! One of Canada’s and Montreal’s top employers for several years running, �� offers its team members work-life balance opportunities, great benefits and vacation, professional training, fitness programs, and more!

Dean's Statement for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

On this day of Truth and Reconciliation, we reflect on the tragedies that occurred at the residential schools and we are reminded that every child matters. As the Dean of the Faculty of Education, I am averse to calling those institutions “schools”. Schools are a place to advance learning, to open one’s mind to new ideas and diverse opinions; to mentor and collaborate with each child so they become the best they can be throughout their lives. Schools are where we better ourselves through insightful human relations, collaborations and nurturing mentorships.

Education in the News for Orange Shirt Day

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:52:12 +0000

The We Will Walk Together / Skàtne Entewathahìta event began at ��’s Faculty of Education in 2019, in honour of Orange Shirt Day. The initiative was driven by a small enthusiastic committee that organized a march at Mount Royal to raise awareness and express sentiments of unity and inclusion between Indigenous peoples and non-Indigenous allies.

Searching for Pre-Service Mental Health Professionals Working in Schools for Infographic Tool Evaluations (REB #21-01-013)

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:51:56 +0000

COVID-19 Research-to-Practice: Enhancing Online Mental Health Resource Provision for Adolescents – Phase 2

A research group is looking for the help of pre-service mental health professionals working in schools to evaluate the usefulness of an infographic tool supporting the selection of online mental health resources for adolescents.

Searching for Pre-Service Mental Health Professionals Working in Schools for Infographic Tool Evaluations (REB #21-01-013)

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

COVID-19 Research-to-Practice: Enhancing Online Mental Health Resource Provision for Adolescents – Phase 2

Media Spotlight: Dr. Ada Sincacore ECP Interviewed by CBC

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As President of the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA), ECP's Dr. Ada Sincacore was interviewed by CBC about the need for better EDI practices to encourage more diversity among psychology professionals.

"The CPA recognizes that there is a problem of representation within the profession and that we need to increase representation, as well as literacy about diversity," said Sinacore.

Media Spotlight: Dr. Ada Sincacore ECP Interviewed by CBC

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"The CPA recognizes that there is a problem of representation within the profession and that we need to increase representation, as well as literacy about diversity," said Sinacore.

Back to Campus News

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�� has provided lots of information for students and staff (academic and admin/support) in terms of answering your questions about Return to Campus health and safety. Here are some great resources to check out:

Back to Campus News

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Dr. Dennis C. Wendt, ECP, Co-Awarded the 2021 Distinguished Early Career Contributions in Qualitative Inquiry Award

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Dr. Dennis C. Wendt was co-awarded the 2021 Distinguished Early Career Contributions in Qualitative Inquiry Award from the American Psychological Association's Division of Quantitative and Qualitative Methods (Division 5). It was noted by the Division that: "Since earning his PhD in 2015, Dennis Wendt has been incredibly prolific and has made substantive contributions to qualitative inquiry in psychology."

Dr. Dennis C. Wendt, ECP, Co-Awarded the 2021 Distinguished Early Career Contributions in Qualitative Inquiry Award

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Congratulations to William Dawson Scholar Award Recipient Bassam Khoury

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

The Office of the Provost and Vice Principal (Academic) has bestowed prestigious internal recognition awards to 27 �� professors for outstanding world-class scholarship and research excellence.

Twelve tenure-track assistant or associate professors received William Dawson Scholar (WDS) awards, including Bassam Khoury from the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology.

Congratulations to William Dawson Scholar Award Recipient Bassam Khoury

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:51:56 +0000

The Office of the Provost and Vice Principal (Academic) has bestowed prestigious internal recognition awards to 27 �� professors for outstanding world-class scholarship and research excellence.

Twelve tenure-track assistant or associate professors received William Dawson Scholar (WDS) awards, including Bassam Khoury from the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology.

Congratulations to Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship Recipients Michelle Smith, DISE, and Melanie Wisener, ECP!

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Michelle Smith, Integrated Studies in Education, and Melanie Wisener, Educational and Counselling Psychology are two of the 2021 recipients of Canada’s most prestigious graduate awards, 2021 Vanier Scholars, exemplifying academic excellence across the full range of disciplines.

Research Study: Exploring the Exercise-Body Image Relationship in Women Aged 45-75 (REB #: 153-0919)

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Exploring the exercise-body image relationship in women aged 45-75 years:
A cross-sectional study

Research group is looking for volunteers to take part in a research study that explores the role of exercise in managing body image and health behaviours in women aged 45-75 years.

Dr. Dianne Macdonald, ECP, Receives the 2021 Holland Bloorview Pursuit Award

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Co-supervisors Eve-Marie Quintin and Gigi Luk (Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology) are thrilled to announce that their student, Dr. Dianne Macdonald, is a 2021 Holland Bloorview Pursuit Award recipient.

Seminar in Special Topics: Introduction to Professional Engagement with Indigenous Peoples in Canada

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

An introduction to key considerations in professional engagement with Indigenous Peoples in Canada, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. In the pursuit of professional careers in education, counselling, research, and other sectors, students will learn to respectfully engage and work with Indigenous populations in a culturally safe manner that strives to be consistent with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s calls to action.

Interviews with �� Education's Inaugural Valedictorians

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Hailing from around the world, ��’s valedictorians are a diverse, multitalented group. When they came to the University, they brought with them their unique backgrounds, passions, and ambitions. While they all praise the education they received at ��, one thing is certain, the University has benefitted just as much for having them as valuable, contributing members of our community.

Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri's Words of Wisdom for the Class of 2021

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Winners for the Faculty of Education Distinguished Teaching Award usually accept their award onstage as part of the �� convocation ceremonies. As the June 2021 ceremonies were done by video, this year's award recipient, Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri, was asked to submit a short acceptance speech addressing the Class of 2021.

Call for Survey Participants: Impact de la COVID-19 sur le bien-être des enseignants et climat scolaire (REB #27-0616)

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Call for Survey Participants:
Impact de la COVID-19 sur le bien-être des enseignants et climat scolaire
(Impact of COVID-19 on Teacher Well-Being and School Climate)

Teacher well-being and school climate are essential predictors of child emotional health and regulation. The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic on these variables, remains largely under investigated.

Dennis Wendt Awarded CIHR Knowledge Synthesis Grant

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Congratulations to Dr. Dennis Wendt, Assistant Professor with the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology (ECP) who was recently awarded a $100,000 Knowledge Synthesis Grant by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)! One of 13 successful grants, and one of five Knowledge Synthesis Grants, Dr.

Faculty of Education Statement: Victims of the Kamloops Residential School

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

On behalf of the members of �� Faculty of Education, we mourn the tragic loss of 215 Indigenous children who were found in a mass grave at the site of a former residential school in Kamloops, British Columbia. Today, �� lowers its flags in recognition of this tragedy, and we at the Faculty echo the sentiments of the �� Provost. As our academics, staff, students, and alumni grieve together, we also stand together in support of our Indigenous community members.

Susanne Lajoie Featured as Part of ��'s Bicentennial Digital Time Capsule

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

The Future, Imagined by ��’s Top Researchers

Two-hundred years of trailblazing research has taken place on our campuses. In a time of rapid and far-reaching transformation, the future of research presents opportunities for important change. With the goal of imagining this exciting time to come, the Digital Time Capsule brings together more than 50 of ��’s top researchers to answer the question: What will be the biggest change in your field over the next 25 years?

Celebrating International Day of Families

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May 15 is International Day of Families.

Families and New Technologies is the theme chosen by the United Nations for this year’s International Day of Families.

Prof. Adam Dubé, Director of the Technology, Learning & Cognition Lab at ��'s Faculty of Education, kindly shared three recordings from ECP's Effective Parenting Lecture Series that took place last fall.

Watch the 1 hour recordings:

Philip Howard Delivers Keynote for Perspectives on Teaching Conference

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Dr. Philip S.S. Howard of the Department of Integrated Studies in Education will be this year's keynote speaker for Western University's Perspectives on Teaching, Spring Conference. This free virtual conference will "focus on looking back, moving forward, and lessons learned from a year of change and disruption in higher education", according to conference organizers.

Joseph Levitan, DISE, and Karen Gazith, ECP, Featured on WhyKnowledgeMatters Dialogues Series

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Two �� Faculty of Education Academics, Joseph Levitan, of the Department of Integrated Studies in Education, and Karen Gazith, of the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology, were featured in a web series conducted by the organization WhyKnowledgeMatters, on Identity and Learning, and Inclusive Education.

WhyKnowledgeMatters shares inspiring, empowering, and transformative educational content across worldviews, disciplines, and continents. To contribute, build on, and improve humankind's extraordinary achievements.

Get Fit at Home with Personalized Fitness Sessions

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Need to step up your health and fitness? �� Education's Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education is offering personalized at-home fitness sessions via Zoom for members of the �� Community! Kinesiology students will craft your fitness routine using your existing at-home equipment and household items.

As part of their internship, these students (supervised by a staff kinesiologist) will guide you through a one-hour workout twice a week for ten weeks (cost: $60 flat fee), to improve your strength, flexibility and overall physical health.

ECP’s Tina Montreuil Recognized for Outstanding Media Outreach

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

The �� Reporter is happy to announce that the numbers of applicants for the Principal's Prize for Emerging Researchers grew significantly this year. The jury was impressed by the number of early-career researchers who see sharing their knowledge with the media and the public as being an important and natural complement to their academic work.

Media Spotlight – Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP, Interviewed in �� Tribune

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Dr. Tina Montreuil, of the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology, was recently interviewed in the �� Tribune on the symptoms of social anxiety in early adolescence.

Karissa Leduc, ECP, Wins the Elizabeth Munsterberg Koppitz Child Psychology Graduate Student Fellowship from the American Psychological Foundation

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Karissa Leduc, a PhD candidate in the Human Development Program supervised by Dr. Victoria Talwar, has won the competitive Elizabeth Munsterberg Koppitz Child Psychology Graduate Student Fellowship from the American Psychological Foundation.

This prestigious fellowship is awarded to promising young scholars to pursue innovative research in the area of child psychology.

�� Education Community Scheduled for 2FA April Set-Up

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff,

We are writing to you to make you aware of the required cybersecurity measures �� has been implementing during the past year’s remote work situation and the impending completion scheduled for our Faculty. �� has been rolling out two-factor authentication (2FA) for all new accounts since January 2020. In April, IT Services will support the Faculty of Education in securing all remaining accounts for faculty, staff, and students.

�� Education Ranks 26th in the World!

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

According to Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), the world’s largest international higher education network, ��’s Faculty of Education has ranked 26th in the world for the organization’s 2021 university subject rankings. Each of the subject rankings is compiled using four sources. The first two of these are QS’s global surveys of academics and employers, which are used to assess institutions’ international reputation in each subject.

Nancy Heath Tells CBC How to Help Kids Build Resilience

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

While kids may be resilient, the pandemic is testing the limits of that resilience.

Children and teens are dealing with a toxic cocktail of stressors and it's hurting them. According to a study from the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, 70 percent of children and youth surveyed experienced a deterioration of mental health in the first wave of the pandemic.

Call for Research Participants: Children for a Language Study

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Language is the building blocks of literacy. In this project, we aim to find out the relationship between ability to understand from spoken language and text in bilingual children, adolescents, and adults.

�� researcher, Dr. Gigi Luk at Educational and Counselling Psychology, is looking for children (ages 6-9) and adolescents (ages 12-15) to understand how language and reading are related and develop in bilingual individuals.

Marie-Hélène Pennestri, ECP Assistant Professor, Conducts Study on Parents and Sleep

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Every new parent knows that their sleep suffers when they have children, and there’s evidence that may not get better for a while. However, a study led by Marie-Hélène Pennestri, an assistant professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, on parents and sleep, showed no association between interrupted sleep and later cognitive or physical development problems.

Media Spotlight – Nancy Heath, ECP, Interviewed on CBC Radio

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Dr. Nancy Heath, of the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, was recently interviewed on CBC Radio Noon Quebec with Shawn Apel, about students' needs of social connections and their mental health.

Lack of these connections is a key part of mental health, and though not all students feel that classrooms are a safe way to keep these connections, Dr. Heath wonders if there are outside options that would give young people a safer way to connect while maintaining distancing to rebuild their normal connections.

Faculty of Education Infrastructure News

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Many of us have not been on campus for some time, and I’m sure there are new members of our Faculty who have yet to experience life on-campus. Please be reminded that it is still possible to pick up items and conduct small-scale activities on campus, but take note that we require three business days to process requests.

Media Spotlight – Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP, Article in The Conversation

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Dr. Tina Montreuil, from the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, recently wrote an article in the national online newspaper The Conversation on parenting in a pandemic and how to develop stronger family relationships during COVID-19.

Read the full article here: https://theconversation.com/parenting-in-a-pandemic

University students without histories of mental health issues are feeling pandemic distress

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

It’s no secret that students have had a very tough time during this COVID-19 pandemic.

A new study by �� and the University of Toronto found that students who've never had mental health issues now find themselves in greater distress.

Teen suicide prevention during COVID-19

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Teen suicide prevention during COVID-19: How parents and kids can have honest and safe conversations

“School or no school, it won’t matter.”

“Young people’s issues are minor compared to those of adults.”

As researchers concerned with suicide prevention in youth, we sometimes hear people express sentiments like these about young people in the pandemic. But socialization is an important part of growing up. As much as COVID-19 has affected adults, it may affect children and teens even more.

Book Launch: Teaching with Purpose by Karen Cohen-Gazith, ECP

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Discover 7 Essential Principles of Great Teaching

The most effective teachers are those who are both purposeful and intentional in their daily work. Built on seven well-researched principles, this resource outlines how new and veteran teachers can thoughtfully cultivate a rich learning environment conducive to the success of every student.

"Any teacher at any stage of teaching has the power to turn things around and begin leading their students toward academic growth.”
— Teaching With Purpose

Benefits:

Study Reveals Difference in Parents' Sleep Patterns: Global TV Coverage

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Mothers with multiple children report more fragmented sleep than mothers of a single child, but the number of children in a family doesn't seem to affect the quality of sleep for fathers, according to a study from ��.

Faculty Experts on International Day of Education | January 24, 2021

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed January 24 as the International Day of Education, in celebration of the role of education for peace and development. The theme of the 3^rd International Day of Education is ‘Recover and Revitalize Education for the COVID-19 Generation’. Now is the time to power education by stepping up collaboration and international solidarity to place education and lifelong learning at the center of the recovery. (UNESCO)

Dr. Victoria Talwar: Worry Less About Your Children's Screen Time (Globe and Mail)

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

As we continue to navigate pandemic life, the question of "healthy screen time" continues to be debated, particularly concerning child users. Screen time has helped provide a useful social outlet when face-to-face interactions are so limited but do parents have a cause for concern?

Expert Advice on Kids and Screens During COVID Lockdown

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Children’s screen time has long been a contentious issue for the modern parent. The situation has become more challenging during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sustainability Projects Fund: Green Labs Program

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

From �� Office of Sustainability:

The Green Labs Expansion is a $50,000 envelope of SPF funding to assist labs on �� campuses to adopt sustainable best practices learned from previous Sustainability Projects Fund projects. Approved funding will be available to teams for one year to assist them in creating a proof of concept to secure long-term funding for these practices.

ECP's Ada Sinacore Elected as CPA's New President

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

�� Education and the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology (ECP) are proud to announce that the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) board has elected ECP's Professor Ada L. Sincore as President for 2021-2022. The CPA posted the following announcement, highlighting Professor Sinacore:

Global News: Post-Secondary Students Grapple with COVID Fatigue

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

With Canadian universities beginning the Winter 2021 remote semester, Global News investigated further into the overall morale of post-secondary students with regard to COVID fatigue. �� ECP's Dr. Nancy Heath and PhD candidate Stephanie Zito (�� M.Ed '20) were both featured as part of the news piece:

The following is a series of ��-associated excerpts from "Morale at an 'all-time low': Post-secondary students grapple with COVID fatigue":

Leaving Lights on for Hope and Cheer

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Some Canadians are choosing to leave their Christmas lights on a little longer this year in a bid to keep the holiday cheer going during these dark times. Dr. Tina C. Montreuil, Assistant Professor for �� Educational and Counselling Psychology, says the lights can really bring a boost to morale during trying times. “Hope is an essential ingredient of resilience,” she said. “One of the only really true ways that we can sustain the ongoing restrictions is to holding onto some level of hope.”

Karissa Leduc, ECP, Receives American Psychological Association Dissertation Research Award

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Karissa Leduc, a doctoral candidate in the Human Development Program, was awarded the American Psychological Association Dissertation Research Award. This award is given to doctoral students to support costs associated to research projects that reflect excellence in scientific psychology.

Karissa's dissertation research explores the impact of parent-child conversations about cyberbullying on children's and adolescents' behaviours and beliefs about responsible online social interactions.

��’s Faculty of Education receives $7.3 million in philanthropic support to aid student teachers and launch Canada’s first teaching and learning lab

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Two donations, one from the estate of Mary Marsh and another from The Molson Foundation, will support students and spur innovations in pedagogy.

At a time when school teachers everywhere are being challenged by the second wave of the pandemic and by technological advances that are changing where, when and how students learn, ��’s Faculty of Education is pleased to announce over $7 million in new philanthropic support through a pair of generous gifts from longstanding donors.

To teachers, with love: Elementary school teacher Mary Marsh leaves a historic bequest for Education students after a lifetime of giving

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

They may not know it yet, but ��’s student teachers are getting a big boost from a kindred spirit.

The late Mary Marsh, DipEd’42, a Grade 1 teacher at Rosedale School in Montreal for most of her career, has left more than $4.8 million in her will to support students in the Faculty of Education through a suite of awards – an investment that couldn’t have come at a better time for a profession deeply marked by the pandemic.

New CoLab spurs innovations in pedagogy: Valuable support from The Molson Foundation will bolster a novel approach to education

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

A new partnership between ��’s Faculty of Education and Trafalgar School for Girls – known as the CoLab – aims to advance collaborative research that will address the evolving needs of both educators and students. Unlike traditional laboratory schools at Oxford, Columbia, UCLA and the University of Chicago, which operate as an adjunct to a university, this new venture will be a true partnership, the first of its kind in Canada.

Marie-Hélène Pennestri Reassures Parents about Baby Sleep Patterns

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Parents shouldn’t worry about their baby’s inconsistent sleep patterns

Study of 44 infants finds that half never slept 8 hours consecutively

Media Spotlight – Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP, Interviewed on Global News

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Dr. Tina Montreuil, of the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, was interviewed by Global News on how Quebec families are reporting increases in stress as the second wave of the pandemic continues, and how a focus on self-care is one of the effective ways to deal with the issue.

Watch her interview or read the full article here: GlobalNews.ca/quebec-families-increased-stress

Media Spotlight – Bassam Khoury Interviewed in the Observer

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0000

Bassam Khoury, Assistant Professor of the Department of Education and Counseling Psychology, was interviewed in the Association of Psychological Science (APS) Observer journal in "Careers Up Close: Bassam Khoury on How Mindfulness Breeds Compassion".

Read the full article and interview here: PsychologicalScience.org/Careers-up-close-Bassam-Khoury

Faculty Launches New Video for B.Ed. Students

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

For fourth-year B.Ed. students approaching the end of their programs, knowing what path to take after graduation can be challenging. Whereas many B.Ed. grads are eager to pursue careers in teaching, training, pedagogy, youth programming, or other employment sectors, others may not feel ready to join the job market just yet. Some students may want to broaden their knowledge and skillsets, become more specialized, or expand their career opportunities.

Supporting Student Wellness in Remote Courses

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Have you wondered what small actions you can take to enhance student wellness in your remote courses? Professor Nancy Heath and her team recently created the resource Enhancing Student Wellness: Simple Tips for Instructors, in collaboration with Teaching and Learning Services and the Wellness Hub. The resource describes simple, easy to implement activities that can make a big difference to students in your course.

Media Spotlight – Victoria Talwar, ECP, on CTV News

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

A lot of parents are expressing concern with the amount of time their kids are spending on screens, especially during the pandemic since some kids are having to attend school from home. Is all screen time bad for children and teens?

Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology Chair, Dr. Victoria Talwar, was interviewed by CTV News Montreal to give her expert advice.

Watch the video interview here: CTVNews/VictoriaTalwar

Introducing Our New Effective Parenting Event Sponsor: La Caisse Desjardins de l’Éducation

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Introducing our new sponsor: La Caisse Desjardins de l’Éducation, for our Effective Parenting Event Youth Gaming: How much is too much? Hosted by Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky.

AV Loans Updated Hours and Reminders

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Faculty of Education AV Loans Service Update

Please be aware that that AV Loan Service pickup and return service hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays ONLY from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM in room 328 of the Education Building (3700 MacTavish). To reserve any equipment, please follow these protocols:

Step #1: Reserve Equipment

Media Spotlight – Victoria Talwar, ECP, in the Globe and Mail

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Dr. Victoria Talwar, from the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, was featured in a Globe and Mail article discussing how much entertainment screen time children should have to balance shared activity time with family members.

Media Spotlight – Adam Dubé, Victoria Talwar, and Jeffrey Derevensky, ECP, in the Montreal Gazette

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

The Montreal Gazette shines a spotlight on Dr. Adam Dubé, Dr. Victoria Talwar, and Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky, from ECP, and their upcoming Effective Parenting event. Each will give a talk and Q&A session about the challenges of parenting in the digital age.

Dr. Dubé will discuss the impact of remote learning and will provide resources that can help children with learning difficulties.

Dr. Talwar will discuss the pros and cons of social media. She will also address cyberbullying and internet surfing.

�� Parenting Series Moves Online!

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

For many parents, figuring out how to get children to disconnect from screens can be a frustrating, daily challenge. But is it all bad? How concerned should parents be about excessive screen time and kids? This fall, ��’s Department of Educational Counselling Psychology will be hosting a virtual series of three weekly lectures that will address the best ways for parents to raise kids in the digital age — all for free.

Celebrating World Mental Health Day on Oct 10, 2020!

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

World Mental Health Day

October 10, 2020

��’s Faculty of Education is committed to enhancing mental health resilience at �� and beyond.

Learn more about what you can do for stress-management through our materials for students: www.��.ca/Education/MentalHealthResilience

Media Spotlight – Dr. Nancy Heath, ECP, Interviewed on CTV News and Cochrane Today

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

�� Education's Associate Dean of Research and Innovation and ECP James �� Professor, Nancy Heath, was in the news this week discussing how public gathering restrictions and increased isolation during COVID-19 is affecting the mental health of university students and CEGEP students.

Media Spotlight – Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP, in Journal Métro

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Tina Montreuil, of the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology, speaks about how teacher shortages are hurting vulnerable students in this Journal Métro article.

She talks about how the pandemic makes the environment for students even more stressful, but the support and support they had before is being deployed in a different way.

Media Spotlight – Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP, Contributes to Radio Canada Documentary

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Le Grand Réveil : Les jeunes et l’anxiété

Dr. Tina Montreuil, Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, has contributed to a documentary entitled "Le Grand Réveil" produced by Marie-Claude Julien from Radio-Canada on anxiety in youth. She along with other renowned experts on the subject matter comment on various issues surrounding the increasing prevalence of anxiety and other mental health issues in children and adolescents.

�� and Trafalgar School forge new partnership to transform education

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

��’s Faculty of Education and Trafalgar School for Girls are partnering to establish a transformative partnership - the CoLab. A first of its kind in Canada, the CoLab will integrate teacher training, classroom practice and cutting-edge pedagogical research under one roof.

Nancy Heath and Shanna Williams, ECP, Receive SSHRC Partnership Engage Grants

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, has announced an investment of over $4 million in funding through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council’s (SSHRC) Partnership Engage Grants to provide short-term and timely support for partnered research activities that will inform decision-making in the public, private or not-for-profit sector.

Back-to-School Blues?

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Dr. Kristy Robinson, an assistant professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, investigates the underlying emotional experiences that affect academic engagement and student motivation in this �� Tribune article on facing the back-to-school blues.

Read the full article here: ��Tribune.com/sci-tech/facing-the-back-to-school-blues

Media Spotlight – Susanne P. Lajoie, ECP, in The Globe and Mail

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Susanne P. Lajoie, Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, wrote an opinion piece in The Globe and Mail on Riding the Wave of Educational Change, where she looks at how now may be the ideal time to embrace technology as a component of everyday instruction. However, with so little preparation time, will instructors be pulled down by the steep learning curve, or will they find new innovative methods of teaching?

Faculty of Education Audiovisual Equipment Loan Service Now Open 2 Days a Week

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Access to the Faculty of Education Audiovisual Equipment Loan Service is currently by appointment only on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM in EDUC 328 (Education Building). The length of individual loans will be extended longer than usually within the limits of existing AV equipment inventories.

Please send all inquiries and reservation requests to audiovisual.education [at] mcgill.ca indicating:

New Course: Introduction to Professional Engagement with Indigenous Peoples in Canada

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Announcing a new course open to Education students (DISE, ECP, KPE)! EDPE 595: Seminar in Special Topics-- Introduction to Professional Engagement with Indigenous Peoples in Canada is a graduate level course that is also open to to advanced undergraduate students, with permission of the instructor. Taught by Professor Dennis Wendt on Tuesdays at 11:35 AM to 2:35 PM (EST), this course provides an introduction to key considerations pertaining to professional engagement with Indigenous Peoples in Canada, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples.

Alumni Spotlight: Child Psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles Offers Parents Advice about Back to School

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Child psychologist and parenting coach, Dr. Tamara Soles discusses strategies for parents on how to manage children's stress and anxiety about back-to-school during COVID-19 in her new Facebook video.

A University Student's Guide to Managing Stress During Difficult Times

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Feeling anxious, restless, or stressed? Have a look at "A University Student's Guide to Managing Stress During Difficult Times".

Dr. Nancy Heath’s Development and Intrapersonal Resilience (DAIR) Research Team gives you quick tips and helpful resources with this great interactive e-flyer!

View the full document here!

Media Spotlight: Dr. Sheryl Smith-Gilman Shares Positive Outlook for Fall 2020 Remote Instruction

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

In an article in the �� Tribune, Associate Provost of Teaching and Academic Programs, Christopher Buddle, expressed the University’s renewed commitment to remote delivery as the safest and most equitable option for students at this time. Despite some students' concerns, Assistant Director of the Undergraduate Teacher Education Programs and DISE Faculty Lecturer, Dr.

�� Faculty of Education Students Awarded Prestigious Scholarships

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Congratulations to two Faculty of Education students, Kyla Brophy from the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, and Wahéhshon Shiann Whitebean from the Department of Integrated Studies in Education, for earning Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships.

�� Education Hosts Virtual Convocation

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To honour our Faculty of Education Class of 2020, �� created this beautiful video that features snapshots of our graduates, hearty congratulations from our �� leadership, and special messages from celebrity guest speakers Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Premier François Legault, and �� alumnus and Superbowl 2020 star Dr. Laurent Duvernay-Tardif. We're exceptionally proud of �� Education's graduating class and look forward to seeing them cross the stage, in person, in Spring 2021

Better Understanding the Psychological Impact of COVID-19

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Adapting to Changes

Dean Rassier's Message of Community Support

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Dear �� Education Community,

The current events of these past weeks have shone a light on the racial injustice that sadly exists in today’s world. The tragedy of George Floyd’s death, while having taken place in the United States, has provoked us to think about direct and indirect prejudices that perpetuate in our own communities.

Media Spotlight – Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri, ECP, Podcast on Sleep

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Is your sleep being disturbed from the confinement? Psychologist Marie-Hélène Pennestri, of the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology, tells us about the potential causes of such a change and offers us tips for maintaining good sleep techniques, while deconstructing some myths about it on her podcast Le sommeil : un allié en matière de santé mentale.

A Student's Guide to Managing Stress During Difficult Times

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An interactive guide to strategies and resources that you can follow along with to manage stress and intense feelings during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Brought to you by ��, Development and Intrapersonal Resilience, The Centre of Excellent for Mental Health, Lester B. Pearson School Board, and Amanda Argento, Educational Technology Consultant

Click to download the complete PDF here

Media Spotlight – Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP, Featured in CTV News Segment

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Dr. Tina Montreuil, of the Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology, was featured in a CTV News segment on reopening schools and how parents are trying to help their children stay connected to friends and up to date with their curriculum.

Watch the full CTV News segment here: CTVNews.ca/with-school-closures-settled-montreal-parents-want-curriculum-instructions

Media Spotlight – Adam Dubé, ECP, on CTV News

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Adam Dubé Reassures Students Contemplating Deferral on CTV News

In this CTV News piece, ECP Assistant Professor Adam Dubé reassures students concerned about the value of remote course delivery that "instructors will be creating new types of learning experiences for their students."

Media Spotlight – Dr. Nancy Heath, ECP, Featured in Globe and Mail Article

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:42:24 +0000

Dr. Nancy Heath, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at ��'s Faculty of Education shares her insights on parents’ anxieties and challenges regarding sending their children back to school, and the difficulties teachers will face with new distancing rules.

Read the full Globe and Mail article at: ��.ca/x/4Uh

Media Spotlight – LaPresse.ca Features Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:41:58 +0000

Dr. Tina Montreuil, Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Education's Department of Educational Psychology and Counseling at ��, offers eight tips in this French LaPresse.ca article to help parents and children take advantage of the current situation and recreate an optimal family environment.

Read the full article here: LaPresse.ca/ados-encabanes-et-si-la-cage-etait-doree

Media Spotlight – LaPresse.ca Features Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

Read the full article here: LaPresse.ca/ados-encabanes-et-si-la-cage-etait-doree

Allison Gonsalves, Adam Dubé Win 2020 Faculty of Education Teaching Award!

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

��'s Faculty of Education is proud to celebrate the teaching excellence of Allison Gonsalves, Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE) and Adam Dubé, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology (ECP), through this year's Teaching Awards.

Allison Gonsalves, Adam Dubé Win 2020 Faculty of Education Teaching Award!

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Media Highlight: ECP's Marie-Hélène Pennestri Discusses Sleep Habits During COVID-19

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

COVD-19 stress keeping you awake? Sleep expert, Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri of the Faculty of Education's Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology advises on sleep habits in this Global News interview.

For the full interview, click here: Global News.ca/Corona Virus Sleep Problems

Media Highlight: ECP's Marie-Hélène Pennestri Discusses Sleep Habits During COVID-19

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For the full interview, click here: Global News.ca/Corona Virus Sleep Problems

Op-Ed: Finding parenting tough these days? You're not alone

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

The Faculty of Education's Dr. Nancy Heath (James �� Professor, Associate Dean of Research and Innovation, and Interim ECP Department Chair) joined with Lester B. Pearson School Board psychologist, Dr. Elana Bloom, to write an op-ed piece for The Montreal Gazette about recognizing and managing parenting struggles while homebound with kids during COVID-19. How can parents best maintain their own emotional well-being and that of their children?

Op-Ed: Finding parenting tough these days? You're not alone

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Academic Highlight: Susanne Lajoie

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�� Education’s Susanne Lajoie designs and builds interactive, technology-enhanced learning environments in authentic settings that help transform untrained beginners into real-world experts by engaging their emotions and advancing thinking.

Read the full story here: https://mcgill.ca/x/4kD

Academic Highlight: Susanne Lajoie

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Read the full story here: https://mcgill.ca/x/4kD

Introducing the #��EdAtHome Challenge

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Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff,

During the past three weeks, you have received a lot of information from �� and from this Faculty with regard to important directives, new protocols, and other COVID-19 safety instructions. Now that we have managed to adapt to remote instruction and learning, working from home, and other major challenges, we would like to invite you to be part of an online dialogue to help rebuild the connections within our community. Presenting the #��EdAtHome Challenge:

Introducing the #��EdAtHome Challenge

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Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff,

Media Spotlight – Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky, of ECP, Featured in The Province Article

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky, of the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at ��'s Faculty of Education, weighs the pros and cons of social media on young people during this moment of crisis. How will this reshape the interactions of future generations?

Read the full article from The Province here: TheProvince.com

Media Spotlight – Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky, of ECP, Featured in The Province Article

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Read the full article from The Province here: TheProvince.com

COVID-19 Support Groups and Resources List

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Get the help and support you need no matter where you are!

Check out our updated list of available virtual support groups and resources for the Montreal and Quebec regions. From Cultural Communities to Social Movements to Volunteering Opportunities, get the information you need to remain safe and connected.

Click to access the list:
Google Docs – Support Groups and Resources

COVID-19 Support Groups and Resources List

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Get the help and support you need no matter where you are!

Click to access the list:
Google Docs – Support Groups and Resources

Media Spotlight – Dr. Nancy Heath Featured in Psychology Today Video on Student Mental Health

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:41:58 +0000

Improving Student Mental Health During the COVID-19 Crisis

Dr. Nancy Heath, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, helps students foster resilience to remain calm and handle stressful situations in this video produced by Phychology Today. She speaks to the power of networking by accessing peer support groups and online resources to help develop vital stress management skills, but warns that some students may be afraid to ask for help in certain situations.

Media Spotlight – Dr. Nancy Heath Featured in Psychology Today Video on Student Mental Health

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Improving Student Mental Health During the COVID-19 Crisis

Media Spotlight – Tips for Managing Anxiety from Tina Montreuil, ECP Assistant Professor

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

Learn tips and tricks for managing anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic in this Globe and Mail article, featuring Tina Montreuil, Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at ��'s Faculty of Education.

Understanding that you need to accept the things that are beyond your control is the first step.

Media Spotlight – Tips for Managing Anxiety from Tina Montreuil, ECP Assistant Professor

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Understanding that you need to accept the things that are beyond your control is the first step.

Media Spotlight – Tina Montreuil, ECP Assistant Professor

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Tina Montreuil, Assistant Professor in ��’s Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology and a Clinical Psychologist specializing in anxiety disorders, helps us understand how anxiety is a normal response in the face of COVID-19.

Read the full article from the Montreal Gazette here: https://montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/coronavirus-how-to-handle-the-anxiety

Media Highlight: Marie-Claude Geoffroy Discusses Link Between Cybervictimization and Suicide

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

Congratulation to Faculty of Education (Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology) Assistant Professor Dr.

Media Spotlight on ECP's "Game Over" Event With Guest Speaker Cam Adair

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

The upcoming event, Game Over: When Video Games Become a Problem featuring guest speaker Cam Adair, is getting some media buzz. Co-hosted by �� Education's Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology and the Montreal non-profit, Agence Ometz, Game Over is a one-night only free parenting masterclass that discusses gaming addiction.

Media Spotlight Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri

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Do you lack sleep? Sleep often gets sacrificed as a result of other work or home life priorities, or neglected due to poor lifestyle habits and the attractiveness of screen time. L'Agence Science-Presse interviewed Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri of the Faculty of Education (Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology) to gain some insight about the importance of sleep. Read more or listen to the interview...

Media Spotlight: �� Education Students Featured on CTV

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

With the talk of teacher shortages in Quebec, CTV conducted a story "Is Quebec’s teacher shortage being caused by new laws, poor working conditions?" Some of the Faculty's students were featured in this story, and impacts future educators from all of our departments: /x/ZVM

ECS 2020 Features Two �� Education Speakers

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

Early Childhood Symposium 2020 (February 11 & 12, 2020) will feature two �� Education speakers: Dr. Sheryl Smith-Gilman will give the Opening Plenary as Keynote Speaker and Dr. Tina Montreuil will lead the workshop "Healthy Minds, Healthy Schools & Resilience Building in Children: Preliminary Outcomes". The symposium will be held at Palace Centre de Congrès (1717 Boul le Corbusier, Laval, Québec, H7S 2K7).

Celebrate International Day of Education

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��'s Faculty of Education reminds all students, staff, alumni, and friends that education is a human right, a public good and a public responsibility.

The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed January 24 as International Day of Education, in celebration of the role of education for peace and development.

Without inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong opportunities for all, countries will not succeed in achieving gender equality and breaking the cycle of poverty that is leaving millions of children, youth and adults behind.

Media Spotlight: Dr. Steven Shaw Gets Students Back to their Routine

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

It's January! Are you having trouble getting back to your regular routine after the holidays? Are you trudging to class or happy to be back? Dr. Steven Shaw of ��'s Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology shares his outlook and expertise about settling back into the school routine with CJAD 800 Morning Host, Andrew Carter. Listen now.

Media Spotlight: ECP Chair Jeffrey Derevensky Advises Against "Gambling Gifts"

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

In the spirit of the holidays Global TV interviewed Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky, the Faculty's Educational and Counselling Psychology Chair, about the dangers of giving kids and teens gifts and stocking stuffers gifts that promote gambling. Can lottery tickets and scratch tickets lead to youth gambling addiction? See the full interview here: /x/ZET

Dr. Allison Gonsalves Speaks Out About the Polytechnique Massacre

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

The Department of Integrated Studies in Education's Dr. Allison Gonsalves was asked to speak at ��'s December 6th event honouring the memory of the victims of the Polytechnique Massacre; the 30th anniversary of the tragedy and the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Dr. Gonsalves was there in her capacity as the Co-Chair for ��'s Senate Subcommittee on Women. The event was covered by the �� Reporter.

Media Spotlight: CBC Radio asks Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky about Gaming

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

CBC Radio's Cross Country Checkup explored gaming addiction in an interview with Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky, Chair of ��'s Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology (ECP) with the Faculty of Education. Also featured, Cam Adair, upcoming guest speaker scheduled to be brought in by ECP and partnering organizations for an event in Spring 2020. Note that Dr.

Media Spotlight: ECP Chair Jeffrey Derevensky Comments on Fortnite Class Action Suit

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

Jeffrey Derevensky, Chair of ��'s Faculty of Education: Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology, and Head of ��’s International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviours, has been featured in the media over the last several days due to his expertise in gaming addiction. Learn more:

https://montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/hundreds-of-quebec-parents-flock-to-fortnite-lawsuit

Dean Rassier Addresses �� Senate

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

When asked by �� Senate about student internships in light of Bill 21, Dean Dilson Rassier made it clear that the Faculty of Education is taking a proactive role in facilitating students' concerns. Read more about it in The �� Daily: https://www.mcgilldaily.com/2019/09/buddles-rebuttal-on-strike/

ARNA 2019 Social Justice Award Presented to Steve Jordan

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

Steve Jordan was presented with the ARNA 2019 Social Justice Award at the recent ARNA Conference, held at ��'s Faculty of Education, June 26 to 28, 2019.

�� Education Graduation in Pikogan Covered by CBC News

�� — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:40:34 +0000

Nearly 60 Cree students their graduation from ��'s Faculty of Education this past Saturday in Pikogan, Quebec. Our Office of First Nations and Inuit Education offers full-time and part-time teacher certification programs in Cree and Inuit communities in Quebec as well as in Kahnawake and Listuguj. Even though these students may be far away off campus, they are an important part of our Faculty and the �� community. CBC's Susan Bell covered the story.

Faculty Fellowships and Awards Winners Announced

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The Faculty of Education is pleased to announce the winners of the competitions for Fellowships and Awards for the 2018-2019 year.

Ellen Edith Grubb Stansfield Award for School-based Classroom Research ($900)

Melissa Daoust/ KPE Masters

Dean Dilson Rassier addresses the United Nations

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On January 24, Dilson Rassier, Dean of the Faculty of Education, spoke at the United Nations’ headquarters in New York as part of the UN’s inaugural International Day of Education, telling delegates that knowledge is the key to a better world.

Faculty of Education - ECP News

Armando Bertone and Jake Burack Host SCERT Conference on Neurodiversity

Our ECP Child and Adolescent Mental Health Expert, Dr. Tina Montreuil, Shares Her Insights to the Canadian Press on a Recent ISQ Report

Research Participation Opportunity for Non-Science Undergraduate Students

Education's New Canada Research Chairs: Victoria Talwar & Marie-Hélène Pennestri

ECP's Tina Montreuil, Micah Tilley, and Jasmyn Skinner Publish Article in International Journal of School & Educational Psychology

$3.75 Million Gift from Daniel and Monica Gold to Establish Centre for Early Childhool Development

Helping Children get the Best Start in Life

Marie-Hélène Pennestri Named Prix du Quebec Finalist

Publication of Special Issue of LEARNing Landscapes “Towards new futures of youth development: Critical and sustainable approaches to youth wellbeing in complex times”

Changes to MCGILL ALERT! Mobile Device Notifications

ECP's Adam Dubé and Emma Liptrot New Article in The Conversation about Finding the Best Child-Friendly Educational Apps

Jacob Burack Named a Royal Society of Canada Fellow

New Dean of Education a Man of Many Talents

New Course: Artificial Intelligence in Education with Dr. Maria Cutumisu

Margaret Mackenzie, Samantha Nepton, and Taylor Richardson, Winners of McCall MacBain Scholarships

Margaret Mackenzie

Education Students Monica Shank Lauwo and Rasel Babu Earn Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship and Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship

Education Professor Claudia Mitchell Receives $2.5 Million in Funding for Visual Arts-Based Initiative

Dr. Hadas Dahary, ECP, Receives Governor General's Gold Medal and �������� Alumni Association Graduate Award

Dr. Hadas Dahary earned her Ph.D. in School/Applied Child Psychology

Welcome Message from the Dean / Message d'accueil du doyen

Education's Award-Winning Academics this Convocation Season

Education’s inspiring mentors are being honoured for teaching and research this Convocation Season, with awards given by the Faculty of Education and ��������:

Faculty of Education’s 2024 Award for Distinguished Teaching

Victoria Talwar, ECP and Interim Dean, Interviewed for Adult/Children Screen Time on CTV News

Faculty of Education's Kevin Ah-Sen and R. Nanre Nafziger Presented with Equity and Community Building Awards

Dr. Bassam Khoury, ECP, Interviewed by CBC Kids News for Mental Health Week

Dr. Kristy A. Robinson, ECP, Honoured with CPA President’s New Researcher Award

ECP's Dr. Armando Bertone speaks with SidLee about Neuodiversity, Education, and Research.

Indigenous Education: Ethical Practices for Equity, Relationality and Reconciliation with Michelle Smith

Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP, Invited to Provide Expert Testimony to the House of Commons

Appointment of a New Education Dean

From the Office of the President:

(Français a suivre.)

CBC Features Dr. Krista Muis, ECP: TikTok Math Lessons using DeepFakes Raise Concerns over Misinformation and Edutainment

Kristy A. Robinson, ECP, Honoured for Significant Early Career Contributions to Research on Motivation and Learning

Victoria Talwar, ECP, Publishes Paper in Developmental Psychology on Children's Honesty Promotion Techniques

Online Survey on Moving Beyond “Good vs. Evil”

Participate in Study on Moving Beyond “Good vs. Evil”

Dr. Tasmia Hai, ECP, Recipient of 2024 IMPaCT Salary Award

The Impact of Changing the Clocks: TVA Interview with Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri

Interim Dean's Message about Ensuring a Peaceful Campus

(This message was sent by email on March 11th at 8:28 a.m. to the Faculty's list of students, course instructors, and admin/support staff.)

Celebrating International Women’s Day with ��������’s Female Deans

How ��������’s Leaders #InspireInclusion

ECP's Nancy Heath Honoured for Graduate Student Mentorship

Welcome New Education Academics

Statement on the International Day of Education

New Book on Reading by Karen Gazith PhD, ECP

Prospective Undergraduates Eligible for up to $12,000 with �������� Canada Award

ECP Professor Emeritus, Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky, Featured in PlayMichigan.com

Steven Shaw, ECP, Interviewed by CJAD's Andrew Carter on the Effects of the Teacher Strike on Children

Empowering Inuit Voices Within a Global Context: Decolonizing Second Language Learning in Nunavik

Cognitive Development Course

New Course! Indigenous Education: Ethical and Relational Practices for Equity and Reconciliation

EDPE 595-001/002: Seminar in Special Topics 1

Topic: Indigenous Education: Ethical and Relational Practices for Equity and Reconciliation

Pathy Fellowship Applications Open

When dads are feeling a bit depressed or anxious, how do kids fare?

Call for Research Participants: Mindful Coping Project

�������� Response to the Proposed Quebec Government Tuition Changes

Principal Saini Calls for Compassion during Israel/Gaza War

��������'s Office of the Principal and Vice-Chancellor issued this statement reflecting on the outbreak of war in the Middle East and its effect on our �������� community:

Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri Interviewed by Radio-Canada on Societal Sleep Concerns

Five Years "Walking Together" on Orange Shirt Day

Interim Dean Talwar as 2023 Fellow of The Royal Society of Canada

Call for Research Participants: A Study on Ecological Imagination

New Graduate Course Available – Advanced Seminar in Learning Sciences: Machine Learning - Theory and Applications

Advanced Seminar in Learning Sciences: Machine Learning - Theory and Applications

�������� Provost Announces Victoria Talwar as Education's Interim Dean

Susanne Lajoie at the National Assembly as New Member of l'Ordre de l'excellence en éducation

Jessica Mettler, ECP, Receives Governor General’s Gold Medal & the �������� Alumni Association Graduate Award

Professor Victoria Talwar, ECP, Featured in Globe and Mail Article on Limiting Screen Time for Children

Get to Know your Class of 2023 Valedictorian

Students Who Attended Supplementary School are Invited to Participate in a Research Project

For a qualitative research project investigating students' experience with supplementary schooling, a joint effort project by �������� and the University of Antwerp in Belgium are looking for participants.

Later Wake-Up Times for Teens? / Les adolescents et l'heure du réveil?

Susanne Lajoie named to Ordre de l’excellence en éducation

�������� professor recognized for her work on technology-supported education

Dr. Hadas Dahary, ECP, Receives Governor General's Gold Medal and �� Alumni Association Graduate Award

Education’s inspiring mentors are being honoured for teaching and research this Convocation Season, with awards given by the Faculty of Education and ��:

Celebrating International Women’s Day with ��’s Female Deans

How ��’s Leaders #InspireInclusion

Prospective Undergraduates Eligible for up to $12,000 with �� Canada Award

�� Response to the Proposed Quebec Government Tuition Changes

��'s Office of the Principal and Vice-Chancellor issued this statement reflecting on the outbreak of war in the Middle East and its effect on our �� community:

Advanced Seminar in Learning Sciences:
Machine Learning - Theory and Applications

�� Provost Announces Victoria Talwar as Education's Interim Dean

Jessica Mettler, ECP, Receives Governor General’s Gold Medal & the �� Alumni Association Graduate Award

For a qualitative research project investigating students' experience with supplementary schooling, a joint effort project by �� and the University of Antwerp in Belgium are looking for participants.

�� professor recognized for her work on technology-supported education

Two Human Resources positions available within �� Education!

Congratulations to the �� Faculty of Education's Fall 2022 Graduates!

Congratulations to Equity & Community Building Award Winners, Dr. Ada Sinacore, ECP, and Professor Jake Burack, �� Youth Study Team

Congratulations Dr. Victoria Talwar, ECP, James �� Professor Award Recipient and to Dr. Marie-Hélène Pennestri, ECP, William Dawson Scholar Award Recipient

A Statement from Suzanne Fortier, �� Principal and Vice-Chancellor, on the Situation in Ukraine

The following message was sent to the �� Community via email on Wednesday January 19th, and contains a useful set of guidelines for the January 24th Return-to-Campus: