معرفی
Giselle Thompson, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Policy Studies at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Education. Her research focuses on the intersection of critical studies in race, education, gender, diaspora, and international development, examining how colonialism, racial capitalism, and white supremacy impact Black education globally. She teaches courses such as EDPS 526 (Race, Racialization and Education) and EDPS 544 (Critical and Feminist Pedagogical Research). Her current work explores Black motherwork as a resistance strategy against systemic educational inequities.
Research Interests:
- Anti-Black racism in education systems
- Curricular deficits and resource inequities affecting Black students
- Transnational education policies impacting diasporic communities
- Intersectional pedagogies addressing race, gender, and colonial legacies
Teaching: Courses emphasize critical race theory and feminist pedagogies to foster inclusive education practices. Recent terms include Winter 2026 (EDPS 526) and Fall 2025 (EDPS 544).
Awards: Noted for award-winning research (specific awards not listed).
