Dr. Tina Montreuil, ECP, Invited to Provide Expert Testimony to the House of Commons
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
From the Office of the President: (Français a suivre.)On behalf of Provost and Executive Vice-President (Academic) Christopher Manfredi, I am pleased to also announce the appointment of Professor Vivek Venkatesh as the new Dean of the Faculty of Education. This follows an extensive, international search conducted by the Advisory Committee for the Selection of the Dean of the Faculty of Education.
CBC Features Dr. Krista Muis, ECP: TikTok Math Lessons using DeepFakes Raise Concerns over Misinformation and Edutainment
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?
Kristy A. Robinson, ECP, Honoured for Significant Early Career Contributions to Research on Motivation and Learning
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
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”
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 McGill’s 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-Hélène Pennestri
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
(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 McGill’s Female Deans
How McGill’s Leaders #InspireInclusionFriday, 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 McGill’s female leaders. At the moment, 10 of McGill’s 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.
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’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
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 McGill Canada Award
On December 19, 2023, McGill University 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 McGill 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.
“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.