McGill University News - Faculty of Education

Armando Bertone and Jake Burack Host SCERT Conference on Neurodiversity

webfull — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:35:10 +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.

Published: 10 December 2024

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

webfull — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 19:35:14 +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.

Published: 5 December 2024

Ratna Ghosh to receive Lifetime Achievement Award

webfull — Thu, 28 Nov 2024 21:55:55 +0000

Ratna Ghosh is being honoured with McGill’s Lifetime Achievement Award for Leadership in Learning, which recognizes sustained excellence in leadership and innovation, as well as the active integration of teaching and learning with inquiry, scholarship and research.

Published: 28 November 2024

Research Participation Opportunity for Non-Science Undergraduate Students

webfull — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:46:28 +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.

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Published: 18 November 2024

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

webfull — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 17:44:16 +0000

The Government of Canada awarded McGill 10 new and five renewed Canada Research Chairs Nov. 14, representing a total research investment of $13.8 million. The McGill 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.

Published: 14 November 2024

Participate in a Research Study on Bone Health & Exercise Behaviours in Diabetes

webfull — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 20:02:31 +0000

The Gibbs Lab at McGill is looking for adults aged 50 and above, diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a research study.

Participation involves one audio-recorded interview conducted via Microsoft Teams or by phone.

The study aims to identify preferences, information needs, and perceived barriers related to exercise for the management of bone health in older adults with diabetes. Adults over 50 with diabetes are often unaware of their increased risk of bone fractures, which can lead to disability, hospitalization, and significant healthcare costs.

Published: 11 November 2024

Dean Venkatesh Named to the FRQ Scientific Committee

webfull — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 15:53:48 +0000

On November 5th, Quebec's Fonds de Recherche announced the composition of its three scientific advisory committees; one for each major research sector. Each committee is comprised of 10-15 members active in research, appointed by the FRQ, the majority of whom come from public research or higher education institutions, with at least one member from a college and one student representative. Committee members are appointed for a non-renewable term of one to three years.

Published: 6 November 2024

From the Court to the Classroom: An Interview with Alumna Hélène Bibeau

webfull — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 13:46:18 +0000

From the Court to the Classroom: An interview with alumna Hélène Bibeau (B.Ed Kindergarten and Elementary Ed ‘13, M.Ed Educational Psychology ‘15). Originally from Saint-Bruno, Hélène's journey has taken her from dominating the basketball courts in Montreal to inspiring young minds in classrooms at Stamford American School in Hong Kong and across the world. From her early beginnings in basketball to representing Hong Kong in netball, Hélène’s story is one of resilience, adaptability, and the pursuit of dreams.

Published: 24 October 2024

Call for Research Participants: Exciting Opportunity with Lululemon

webfull — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:07:47 +0000

Dr. Camilla Illidi from the Clinical Exercise and Respiratory Physiology Laboratory (CERPL), in collaboration with Lululemon, is seeking healthy female volunteers for a research study investigating the effects of sports bras on exercise experiences, including motivation, adherence, feelings, anticipation, and enjoyment.

Published: 23 October 2024

DISE PhD Students, Lana F. Zeaiter and John Wayne N. dela Cruz, Win Prestigious International Doctoral Dissertation Grant

webfull — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 19:35:30 +0000

Lana F. Zeaiter and John Wayne N. dela Cruz, DISE PhD Candidates in Educational Studies at McGill, are winners of the prestigious 2024 Doctoral Dissertation Grant (DDG) awarded by The International Research Foundation for English Language Education (TIRF).

Published: 21 October 2024