When Teaching Runs in the Family: Carol, Brittany, and Greg Young Brittany Young (BA/BEd’17) grew up in a home filled with caring support as her parents returned from teaching each day to talk shop, sharing ideas and perspectives and, always, laughter.
Delivering Canada's First Master of Counselling Graduate Program While teaching in the United Arab Emirates Dr. Dawn McBride worked with three Alberta universities to develop Canada’s first Master of Counselling graduate program delivered online with residential components. This is work she continues today at the University of Lethbridge.
A Generative Approach to Leadership for All Educators “As of September 1, 2019, for a teacher to become a principal in the province of Alberta they must have achieved certification as a school leader,” says Dr. Carmen Mombourquette.
Leadership in Education: The Power of Generative Dialogue Published in 2020, Leadership in Education: The Power of Generative Dialogue reflects more than 15 years of ongoing research spanning two continents, thousands of classrooms and dozens of school systems.
Wellness is The Joy of Cooking: Dr. Jeffrey MacCormack Cooking helps me be present in the moment, helps me feel connected to my body during times when my mind is a million miles away.
Wellness is Keeping Active, Both Mentally and Physically: Brae Clowes When given the chance to practice her approach to wellness in teaching, Brae Clowes was up for the challenge. "Every Tuesday we post TikTok Challenges to encourage movement and also put a smile on students’ faces during this difficult time."
The Intersectionality of Faith, Mental Health and Wellness for Racialized Populations During the Pandemic “Initially there was talk that the COVID-19 pandemic was impacting people equally, only to find out that’s not the case” says Dr. Sandra Dixon, assistant professor in the University of Lethbridge Faculty of Education.
Five questions with Andrew Doyle (BA/BEd '10, MEd '20) Andrew Doyle learned much in his time in the MEd Educational Leadership program; particularly, the value of community engagement.
5 questions with shining graduate Sheadene Morrison (Drama/Education) Sheadene Morrison graduates this fall with a Bachelor of Arts (Drama) and Bachelor of Education (Dramatic Arts). Sheadene was nominated to be recognized as a Shining Graduate by Drama department chair, Jay Whitehead.
Wellness is Feeling Productive: Sally Leung (BA/BEd '17) When distance learning began some Grade Twos were feeling sad and didn’t understand why they were doing schoolwork at home. Sally Leung and fellow teacher Joel Stretch rode their bikes and visited each student. They played a variety of numeracy and literacy games outside with sidewalk chalk.
Second Language and Intercultural Education in Today's Classrooms "Because of the trauma and other issues refugees experience, a restorative justice approach to education allows English as a second language teachers to create safe environments in which students feel they belong,” says Dr. Greg Ogilvie.
Dr. Kevin Wood: First Graduate of the PhD Program in Education The Fall 2020 University of Lethbridge convocation honours Dr. Kevin Wood as the first graduate of the PhD program in Education. "I was so satisfied with my master’s program, that to have the same opportunity in a PhD was incredibly attractive, " says Dr. Kevin Wood.
At 91-years-old, the Classic Ford Model "A" is Yet Another Teaching Opportunity for Neil Horlacher “The teaching gene is in our family,” says Rod Horlacher who followed in his father's footsteps and became an Industrial Education teacher. “We want to learn.”
Teaching Multiple Literacies in Canadian Classrooms: Sarah Gagnon championed research on effective English language assessment practices in her uLethbridge Master of Education program.
Land of a Hundred One-room Schools “When the prairies were surveyed, it was anticipated there’d be a school every six miles or so,” says Art. “There were hundreds of one-room schools.” Situated on rural quarter-sections, standard school properties included a teacherage, barn, coal shed, and well or cistern within a fenced yard.
A Community in the Middle of Nowhere When the rebuilt Masinasin School opened in 1950 it was shiny white and the four rooms were full of students in Grades 1-12. By its closing in 1996 the paint was peeling and there were 20 prospective students in Grades 1-6—not enough to stay viable.
Faculty of Education Pre-Education Student Orientation In the next semesters as you are navigating courses to complete your BFA., BSc., BA. or BMgt., know that we are here for you in the Faculty of Education. In the months ahead, look for Pre-Education events to engage in.
So, You Want to Become a Teacher? Advice from Recent Grads: Charlene Oka Iinni’skim’akii Recent graduate of the Niitsitapi Teacher Education Program, Charlene Oka shares this advice for new students, "Never be afraid of the challenges, endure them. Those challenges mold you and prepare you for a very Big World!!"
So, You Want to Become a Teacher? Advice from Recent Grads: Nicole Perl (BA, BEd '20) Not only was I inspired by my mom to become a teacher, but she mentioned to me how incredible the U of L Faculty of Education program’s reputation is and…she was right!
So, You Want to Become a Teacher? Advice from Recent Grads: Ben Beland (BA, BEd '20) It’s going to go by SO FAST! Push yourself out of your comfort zone! First year is so exciting with all the new opportunities and experiences that you have access to, and I encourage everyone to take advantage of them, and try to meet as many people as you can.
Wellness is the Great Outdoors with Family: Beth Cormier (BA/BEd ’94) The Faculty of Education endeavours to model health and wellness to pre-service teachers in the hope they will do the same with their own future students and colleagues, and — in a trickledown effect — positively impact friends, family and beyond.
Faculty of Education: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at 27 Weeks of Practicum Experience The Faculty of Education at the University of Lethbridge offers some of the most extensive practicum experiences in Canada.
Learning and Teaching in Rural Schools “I developed learning skills through the patience of my teachers in a small school. That’s when I decided I was going to be a teacher.” — Janice Jensen
Bridging Neuroscience and Education “I chose the MEd Teaching, Learning and Neuroscience program because it is the only one offered in western Canada to bridge the three disciplines of psychology, neuroscience, and education."
A Career Devoted to Teachers and Students "Teachers who understand neuropsychology improve pedagogy." Neuroscientist Dr. Bryan Kolb credits Faculty of Education's Dr. Nancy Grigg for her key role in developing Canada’s first Master of Education in Teaching, Learning and Neuroscience.