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Cynthia Wallace-Casey is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Ottawa, specializing in History Education with a focus on Canadian history, museum studies, and reconciliation. Her research examines historical consciousness, museum pedagogy, and the intersection of community engagement with historical narratives.
Her work critically explores how historical institutions like museums and educational curricula shape public understanding of contentious topics such as residential schools and national identity. Key themes include decolonizing pedagogy, contextual learning, and the role of material culture in historical memory.
Wallace-Casey's publications span from contemporary reconciliation studies to historical analyses of 19th-century labor practices and architectural preservation. Her earlier work included landmark studies on New Brunswick's cultural heritage and national historic sites.
- Research Interests: Museum Education, Historical Thinking, Reconciliation Pedagogy, Canadian National Identity, Community-Based History
- Key Contributions: Over 15 scholarly articles and reports analyzing museum visitor behavior, curriculum development, and historical representation in public spaces
