/education/taxonomy/term/9/all en /education/channels/news/ratna-ghosh-receive-lifetime-achievement-award-361565 <p>Ratna Ghosh is being honoured with 91社区鈥檚 <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 andrea.shuster@mcgill.ca 4716 at /education /education/channels/news/new-course-artificial-intelligence-education-dr-maria-cutumisu-358243 <p>An exploration of the principles underlying the current practice of machine learning (ML) by focusing on fundamental ML algorithms applied to many domains. This course is designed to help students learn to think critically about data and models, understand the conceptual underpinnings of the basic ML algorithms and techniques, how they work, how to choose an algorithm for each kind of learning task, and how to visualize, evaluate, and interpret performance measures and results correctly.</p> Tue, 06 Aug 2024 20:09:38 +0000 andrea.shuster@mcgill.ca 4598 at /education /education/channels/event/scarlet-key-applications-due-361563 <p>The 91社区 Scarlet Key Society has been recognizing excellence in student leadership and outstanding dedication to their community and their peers. Each year the Scarlet Key is given out at a ceremony attended by the 91社区 President.</p> Thu, 28 Nov 2024 20:35:16 +0000 andrea.shuster@mcgill.ca 4715 at /education /education/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 91社区's <a href="/dise/">Department of Integrated Studies in Education</a> (DISE) marked the end of another successful term. The DISE Language Education Soir茅e, held bi-annually, brought together students and faculty for an evening of community building, collaboration, and fun at 91社区鈥檚 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 marc.wrobel@mcgill.ca 4714 at /education /education/channels/event/baeducation-virtual-information-session-prospective-students-360996 <p>Educators are tomorrow鈥檚 changemakers. Through this info session you鈥檒l get to know more about 91社区鈥檚 B.A.(Education); Major in Education in Global Contexts and hear from some key people behind this unique undergrad program.</p> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 22:25:08 +0000 andrea.shuster@mcgill.ca 4705 at /education /education/channels/event/bachelor-education-bed-virtual-information-session-prospective-students-360997 <p>Through this info session, you鈥檒l get to know more about 91社区鈥檚 Bachelors of Education programs.聽</p> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 22:28:10 +0000 andrea.shuster@mcgill.ca 4706 at /education /education/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 15:46:10 +0000 marc.wrobel@mcgill.ca 4713 at /education /education/channels/news/educations-new-canada-research-chairs-victoria-talwar-marie-helene-pennestri-361198 <p>The Government of Canada awarded 91社区 10 new and five renewed Canada Research Chairs Nov. 14, representing a total research investment of $13.8 million.聽The 91社区 awards were part of $182聽million in funding for the聽<a href="http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/media-medias/lists-listes/2024/spring-printemps-eng.aspx">Canada Research Chairs (CRC) Program</a>聽the government announced, to support 224聽new and renewed chair holders at聽post-secondary institutions across the country.聽</p> Thu, 14 Nov 2024 17:44:15 +0000 andrea.shuster@mcgill.ca 4712 at /education /education/channels/event/university-montreals-dr-amelie-lemieux-deliver-talk-sshrc-funded-instapoetry-project-361107 <p>Mosa茂que Research Network hosts <strong>Dr.</strong></p> Mon, 11 Nov 2024 17:57:53 +0000 marc.wrobel@mcgill.ca 4708 at /education /education/channels/event/human-development-med-program-qa-sessions-hosted-ecp-dr-konishi-and-current-students-361118 <h5><strong>MEd Program:</strong></h5> Mon, 11 Nov 2024 21:54:11 +0000 marc.wrobel@mcgill.ca 4711 at /education /education/channels/news/participate-research-study-bone-health-exercise-behaviours-diabetes-361115 <p>The Gibbs Lab at 91社区 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 20:02:18 +0000 marc.wrobel@mcgill.ca 4709 at /education /education/channels/event/bsckinesiology-virtual-information-session-prospective-students-360998 <p>Join us for a comprehensive information session where you鈥檒l get to know more about 91社区鈥檚 Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology program.聽</p> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 22:30:30 +0000 andrea.shuster@mcgill.ca 4707 at /education /education/channels/news/375-million-gift-daniel-and-monica-gold-establish-centre-early-childhool-development-360513 <div> <h5>Helping Children get the Best Start in Life</h5> <div> <p><strong>A gift to establish a centre for early childhood development at 91社区 aims to reach more children with learning difficulties.</strong><br /> 聽</p></div></div> Thu, 17 Oct 2024 19:19:14 +0000 marc.wrobel@mcgill.ca 4665 at /education /education/channels/event/meet-dean-360816 <p>Join Dean Vivek Venkatesh for an engaging forum to exchange ideas about the collective vision for 91社区's Faculty of Education.</p> Thu, 31 Oct 2024 18:45:43 +0000 andrea.shuster@mcgill.ca 4682 at /education /education/channels/news/mcgill-scholars-receive-190000-expand-impact-research-social-sciences-and-humanities-357893 <p>Seven 91社区 researchers have been awarded over $190,000 in Connection Grants by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). The awards are part of $1.7 million in federal funding invested in 54 projects nationwide.聽</p> Thu, 04 Jul 2024 17:57:57 +0000 admin 4699 at /education