/dise/taxonomy/term/2/all en /dise/channels/news/studio-4-mtl-dise-members-engage-new-school-creation-project-362407 <p>DISE faculty members <a href="/education/michael-lipset">Dr. Michael Lipset</a> and <a href="/education/bronwen-low">Dr. Bronwen Low</a>, along with Dr. Habib Siam (DISE, ’17), are piloting two recording arts high school re-engagement programs in the Winter of 2025, in collaboration with community leaders, Education MA student Mohit Kumar and BEd student Marcus Pavico. Studio4 MTL is a French secondary education program for young people in Montreal who have been pushed and kicked out of the traditional school system.<br /> <br /></p> Tue, 07 Jan 2025 21:15:23 +0000 admin 12696 at /dise /dise/channels/news/lana-f-zeaiter-wins-bourse-aux-doctorantes-en-sciences-de-leducation-du-ouvernement-du-quebec-362408 <p><a href="/plurilinguallab/lana-zeaiter">Lana F. Zeaiter</a>, PhD Candidate in Educational Studies in the Department of Integrated Studies at ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ University and Plurilingual Lab member, has won the prestigious <strong>Bourse aux doctorant.e.s en sciences de l'éducation</strong>, which celebrates excellence in educational research awarded by the government of Québec.</p> Tue, 07 Jan 2025 21:33:43 +0000 admin 12695 at /dise /dise/channels/news/armando-bertone-and-jake-burack-host-scert-conference-neurodiversity-362002 <p>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.</p> Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:35:10 +0000 admin 12693 at /dise /dise/channels/news/our-ecp-child-and-adolescent-mental-health-expert-dr-tina-montreuil-shares-her-insights-canadian-361876 <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> Thu, 05 Dec 2024 19:35:14 +0000 admin 12686 at /dise /dise/channels/news/ratna-ghosh-receive-lifetime-achievement-award-361565 <p>Ratna Ghosh is being honoured with ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ’s <a href="/tls/instructors/awards/university/lifetime">Lifetime Achievement Award for Leadership in Learning</a>, which recognizes sustained excellence in leadership and innovation, as well as the active integration of teaching and learning with inquiry, scholarship and research.</p> Thu, 28 Nov 2024 21:55:55 +0000 admin 12683 at /dise /dise/channels/news/dise-language-education-soiree-celebrates-students-and-faculty-361377 <p>On November 20, 2024, undergraduate and graduate students from diverse Language Education programs at ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ's <a href="/dise/">Department of Integrated Studies in Education</a> (DISE) marked the end of another successful term. The DISE Language Education Soirée, held bi-annually, brought together students and faculty for an evening of community building, collaboration, and fun at ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ’s Faculty of Education Learning Commons. Over pizza, snacks, and games, participants engaged in informal and enriching discussions about research, teaching, and future projects.</p> Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:52:46 +0000 admin 12682 at /dise /dise/channels/news/research-participation-opportunity-non-science-undergraduate-students-361267 <p>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.</p> <p>This work will help to develop ways to assist teachers to effectively support the engagement and achievement of students in science.</p> <p>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.</p> <p><strong>Full Details:</strong></p> Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:46:28 +0000 admin 12680 at /dise /dise/channels/news/educations-new-canada-research-chairs-victoria-talwar-marie-helene-pennestri-361198 <p>The Government of Canada awarded ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ 10 new and five renewed Canada Research Chairs Nov. 14, representing a total research investment of $13.8 million. The ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ awards were part of $182 million in funding for the <a href="http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/media-medias/lists-listes/2024/spring-printemps-eng.aspx">Canada Research Chairs (CRC) Program</a> the government announced, to support 224 new and renewed chair holders at post-secondary institutions across the country. </p> Thu, 14 Nov 2024 17:44:16 +0000 admin 12679 at /dise /dise/channels/news/participate-research-study-bone-health-exercise-behaviours-diabetes-361115 <p>The Gibbs Lab at ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ is looking for adults aged 50 and above, diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a research study.</p> <p>Participation involves one audio-recorded interview conducted via Microsoft Teams or by phone.</p> <p>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.</p> Mon, 11 Nov 2024 20:02:31 +0000 admin 12677 at /dise /dise/channels/news/dr-benoit-gentil-kpe-advancing-gene-therapy-rare-disease-ataxia-charlevoix-saguenay-358202 <p>The ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Reporter recently published a story about KPE's Dr. Benoit Gentil and his work in developing gene therapy for a rare genetic disorder known as Ataxia of Charlevoix-Saguenay (ACS). This condition, which primarily affects individuals in certain regions of Quebec, leads to progressive loss of coordination and balance due to a genetic mutation.</p> Thu, 01 Aug 2024 20:45:55 +0000 admin 12659 at /dise /dise/channels/news/ecps-tina-montreuil-micah-tilley-and-jasmyn-skinner-publish-article-international-journal-school-360538 <p><a href="/education/tina-montreuil">Dr. Tina Montreuil</a> 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 "<em>Healthy minds, healthy schools: a school-based prevention program targeting child anxiety and emotion regulation</em>".</p> Mon, 21 Oct 2024 19:35:10 +0000 admin 12654 at /dise /dise/channels/news/sheryl-smith-gilman-speaks-parents-handling-back-school-rush-359758 <p><a href="/education/sheryl-smith-gilman">Dr. Sheryl Smith-Gilman</a>, Faculty Lecturer in the Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE), will be presenting an online workshop for ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ faculty and staff, offering practical advice to help parents support their children's smooth transition into the school year on <b>September 24 at 12 p.m.</b></p> <p>Topics include setting realistic expectations, establishing routines, managing challenges, and finding support. Offered by the ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Human Resources Health and Wellness.</p> Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:28:48 +0000 admin 12629 at /dise /dise/channels/news/new-dean-education-man-many-talents-359114 <p>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 ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ News alumni magazine serves as a great introduction:</p> <p> </p> Fri, 30 Aug 2024 18:43:20 +0000 admin 12632 at /dise /dise/channels/news/dise-phd-students-lana-f-zeaiter-and-john-wayne-n-dela-cruz-win-prestigious-international-doctoral-360520 <p>Lana F. Zeaiter and John Wayne N. dela Cruz, DISE PhD Candidates in Educational Studies at ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ, are winners of the prestigious 2024 Doctoral Dissertation Grant (DDG) awarded by The International Research Foundation for English Language Education (TIRF).</p> Mon, 21 Oct 2024 19:35:30 +0000 admin 12625 at /dise /dise/channels/news/publication-special-issue-learning-landscapes-towards-new-futures-youth-development-critical-and-359951 <p>The twenty-eighth issue of LEARNing Landscapes, an online, peer-reviewed, open access journal edited by DISE's <a href="/education/lynn-butler-kisber">Lynn Butler-Kisber</a> and <a href="/education/bronwen-low">Bronwen Low</a>, and ECP's <a href="/education/jessica-ruglis">Jessica Ruglis</a>, <em>“Towards new futures of youth development: Critical and sustainable approaches to youth wellbeing in complex times</em>”, highlights the evolving landscape of educational and developmental research and practice, where traditional models</p> Tue, 24 Sep 2024 19:38:54 +0000 admin 12628 at /dise