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January 30, 2024

Parental lying may have long-term effects on children’s wellbeing, new ��Ƶ co-study finds

An international team co-lead by ��Ƶ faculty has been investigating “parenting by lying,” which refers to how parents use lies to influence their children.

January 22, 2024

��Ƶ faculty helm newly founded, quickly growing Science of Learning blog

Dr. Nidhi Sachdeva and Professor Jim Hewitt‘s new blog examines the latest research into the science of learning and its implications for practice.

December 12, 2023

From research to action and back again: Professor Jim Slotta on addressing social and political crises through Critical Action Learning Exchange (CALE)

Jim Slotta discusses CALE, a framework that engages teachers as co-designers of curricula and inspires students to address pressing social issues.

December 4, 2023

Professor Xi (Becky) Chen appointed as Tier 1 Canada Research Chair

Professor Xi (Becky) Chen has been appointed as a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in literacy development of bilingual and multilingual children.

November 28, 2023

��Ƶ Research Café: What’s Next for AI in Education?

��Ƶ’s office of the Associate Dean, Research, International & Innovation (ADRII) hosted a faculty Research Café focused on What’s Next for AI in Education. Facilitated by Professor Eunice Jang in collaboration with Associate Dean Michele Peterson-Badali, this interactive session engaged participants in discussion of the implications of the rapid development of AI technology.

November 23, 2023

Professor Kang Lee receives 2023 SSHRC Insight Award

Professor Kang Lee has been named winner of the 2023 Insight Award from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).

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November 8, 2023

��Ƶ graduate Christina Tjandra connects with kids, in classrooms and on the page

Doctoral student Christina Tjandra arrives at Fall Convocation with a second ��Ƶ degree, new research questions, and a self-published children’s novel.

September 29, 2023

New ��Ƶ-led studies reveal a simple, yet effective, strategy to combat academic dishonesty

As universities grapple with high-profile cheating scandals, new research from Professor Kang Lee reveals a simple, scientifically validated solution: reminding students about the consequences of cheating before exams.

August 30, 2023

Named in Forbes 30 under 30, alum Dalia Ahmed is co-founder of Mind-Easy – a digital venture that brings culturally focused wellbeing services to workplaces.

August 9, 2023

Combatting sexual, gender-based violence beyond borders: ��Ƶ duo establishes international partnership

In July 2023, Rijeka, Croatia, hosted a week-long conference that brought together over 50 international scholars, educators, activists, and practitioners to share insights on preventing sexual and gender-based violence. Led by ��Ƶ professor Miglena Todorova and doctoral student Nana Gulic, the event aimed to transcend national borders.

August 8, 2023

A celebrated six: Meet the 2023 Leaders & Legends Award winners

Six women have been awarded a 2023 Leaders and Legends award, which celebrates the impact of ��Ƶ's alumni and friends.

July 21, 2023

Kathleen Gallagher’s U of T Press publication wins the American Alliance of Theatre and Education Distinguished Book Award

Professor Kathleen Gallagher's latest book has received a Distinguished Book Award from the American Alliance for Theatre and Education.

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