Online Survey on Moving Beyond 鈥淕ood vs. Evil鈥�
Participate in Study on Moving Beyond 鈥淕ood vs. Evil鈥�The Science and Practice in Psychology research lab is inviting university students to participate in a brief ANONYMOUS survey approved by 海角社区鈥檚 Research Ethics Board.
Help them find out which potentially controversial socio-political topics could be discussed in the university context.
Dr. Tasmia Hai, ECP, Recipient of 2024 IMPaCT Salary Award
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-H茅l猫ne Pennestri
TVA spoke to Dr. Marie-H茅l猫ne 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:听https://www.tvanouvelles.ca/videos/6348684078112
(Interview available in French only.)
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.)Dear Education Community,
I am writing as a follow-up听to the听message sent by President Saini on Friday.
Celebrating International Women鈥檚 Day with 海角社区鈥檚 Female Deans
How 海角社区鈥檚 Leaders #InspireInclusionFriday, March 8 is International Women鈥檚 Day, marking the achievements of women and serving as a call to action for accelerating women鈥檚 equality.
This year鈥檚 theme is Inspire Inclusion 鈥� a message exemplified by 海角社区鈥檚 female leaders. At the moment, 10 of 海角社区鈥檚 14 deans are women; three are the first to ever to lead their Faculty.
ECP's Nancy Heath Honoured for Graduate Student Mentorship
Dr. Suning Wang Award celebrates academic staff who exemplify the highest standards in teaching, training, and mentoring.
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Welcome New Education Academics
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
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鈥檚 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
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 海角社区 Canada Award
On December 19, 2023, 海角社区 announced it is launching a $3,000听Canada Award听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 海角社区 will be eligible for the new award.
ECP Professor Emeritus, Dr. Jeffrey Derevensky, Featured in PlayMichigan.com
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.
鈥淲ith 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,鈥� said Dr. Derevensky.
Steven Shaw, ECP, Interviewed by CJAD's Andrew Carter on the Effects of the Teacher Strike on Children
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鈥檚 studies during teacher strike? Listen to the interview to learn what you can do.
CJAD800 Interview with Steven ShawEmpowering Inuit Voices Within a Global Context: Decolonizing Second Language Learning in Nunavik
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
The goal of this course is to critically examine developmental theory, with a specific focus on cognitive development, from historical, empirical, cultural perspectives.
New Course! Indigenous Education: Ethical and Relational Practices for Equity and Reconciliation
EDPE 595-001/002:听 Seminar in Special Topics 1 Topic: Indigenous Education: Ethical and Relational Practices for Equity and ReconciliationThis Special Topics seminar will introduce students to historical and contemporary realities of First Nations, M茅tis and Inuit and address relevant topics in Indigenous education: What are appropriate ways to bring Indigenous knowledges and pedagogies into classrooms?
