Queen's Faculty of Education

“We meet students exactly where they are in their lives and help them take the steps forward to become passionate, qualified educators.” Ena Holtermann will step into the new role of Executive Director, Multi-Session Programs starting on July 1. https://bit.ly/4vpilcb

Gift rooted in gratitude brings outdoor education program back to Queen’s | Queen's Alumni The Outdoor and Experiential Education (OEE) program at Queen’s is back, giving future teachers a hands-on place to learn and connect with the wild once again.

We are excited to announce that Dr. Holly Ogden will be the next Associate Dean of Teacher Education beginning July 1, 2026. https://bit.ly/4eZkCVG

Have you heard about the kindergarten curriculum change in Ontario? Experts Kristy Timmons and Pamela Beach walk you through what has changed and what hasn't in their latest article in The Conversation. https://bit.ly/43LJOsF

Meet PhD student Poonyawee Jirarattanawan, whose research explores how resilience practices can support well-being in medical education and help create healthier learning environments for educators and students alike. Drawing on years of experience as an anatomist and educator in Thailand, she is bringing a global perspective to her PhD at Queen’s Faculty of Education.
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Conversation Cafe: Community-Engaged Research, Teaching, and Learning, happening June 23 from 1-2 pm. When universities engage with communities, they create dynamic spaces for shared learning, impactful research, and mutual growth. Join our drop-in session to learn more, ask questions, and connect with others committed to meaningful community collaboration in teaching, research and learning. https://bit.ly/3QaEkVc

Conversation Cafe: Community-Engaged Research, Teaching, and Learning The session is designed as a welcoming space for reflection, relationship-building, and shared learning related to community engagement.

We are pleased to welcome three Undergraduate Summer Research Fellows this summer! Find out about the research they will be working on: https://bit.ly/4uBqUPU

Teacher candidates on their alternative practicum are helping turn the tide on bullying and discrimination. Through the Stop Hate for Goodness Sake initiative, they developed peer-led lessons that empower students to recognize, challenge, and prevent hate in their schools. https://bit.ly/43BibCA

Professional Master of Education Student Claire Kevany is an English Language Learner Teacher looking at the next step in her career. Learn how she fits the program into her life and how she ties her coursework into her job to deepen her understanding. https://bit.ly/43WcbUS

The pilot of the Queen's GAELS Literacy Project saw students, mentors, and educators meeting to build reading, writing and advocacy skills. Organizers Angela Moslinger (MEd'92) and PhD student Julia Hale are hoping to see the program expand in the fall with a slightly larger group and additional weekly sessions. Learn how this project is having a positive impact on students, their families, and the facilitators themselves: https://bit.ly/4eD7G7U