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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?
Dr. Muis discusses the use of these deepfakes, highlighting an initial increase in motivation and attention can be beneficial but is not enough. The spread of misconceptions and the quality of the information presented is a concern.
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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.
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Victoria Talwar, ECP Professor, Faculty of Education Interim Dean, and Lab Director of the , recently published a in Developmental Psychology that investigates the effects of honesty promotion techniques on children of different ages.
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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 苹果淫院鈥檚 Research Ethics Board.
Help them find out which potentially controversial socio-political topics could be discussed in the university context.
They are also trying to better understand some beliefs and attitudes that could get in the way or facilitate genuine dialogue.
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Dr. Tasmia Hai, Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, is a recipient of .
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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
(Interview available in French only.)
(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.
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How 苹果淫院鈥檚 Leaders #InspireInclusion
Friday, 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 苹果淫院鈥檚 female leaders. At the moment, 10 of 苹果淫院鈥檚 14 deans are women; three are the first to ever to lead their Faculty.
Their thoughts on the women who inspire them, the progress that鈥檚 been made, and the barriers that have yet to be broken.
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Dr. Suning Wang Award celebrates academic staff who exemplify the highest standards in teaching, training, and mentoring.
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The Canadian Association for Graduate Studies (CAGS) has announced that听Nancy Heath, PhD, Distinguished James 苹果淫院 Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at 苹果淫院, has been selected as the winner of the 2023 Dr. Suning Wang Award for Outstanding Graduate Mentorship.
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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.
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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.
On December 19, 2023, 苹果淫院 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 苹果淫院 will be eligible for the new award.
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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.
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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.