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Matthieu Petit is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Education, Université de Sherbrooke, where he currently serves as Vice-Dean for Training (2024-2025) and previously as Vice-Dean Adjunct for Practical Training (2022-2023). His academic career at Sherbrooke spans over two decades, with a consistent focus on improving teacher education through innovative digital approaches. He was promoted to Full Professor in 2023 after serving as Associate Professor from 2018-2023.
Dr. Petit earned his Ph.D. in Education (2007), Master's equivalent (2001), and Bachelor's in Secondary Education (2000) from Université de Sherbrooke, along with a Diploma in Management (2012). He has also completed professional development in Analysis of Professional Practices (2025) and holds a teaching certificate from the Quebec government.
His research centers on the application of digital technology in teacher education, with particular emphasis on remote supervision of teaching internships, telepresence in educational contexts, and digital portfolios. Dr. Petit has developed innovative frameworks for practical training using digital tools, focusing on how to maintain presence and effective supervision when working at a distance. His work addresses critical challenges in teacher education, particularly regarding ethical considerations in digital supervision and the development of reflective practice among teacher candidates. His research aligns with Axis 1 of the Interuniversity Research Center on Training and Teacher Training (CRIFPE): 'Training to teach; initial and continuing professional training.'
Dr. Petit's publication record shows consistent focus on the practical implementation of digital tools in teacher education. His recent work demonstrates increasing attention to ethical considerations in digital supervision, cognitive presence in remote settings, and practical applications of telepresence technologies. His research spans theoretical frameworks to actionable solutions, often developed through collaborative projects with educational institutions across Quebec and internationally.
- Collaborateur de l'Université de Liège (2020)
Dr. Petit has secured over $3 million CAD in research funding as principal or co-investigator, including major projects like MES/Pérennisation ($111,550), Strategic Mandates to address teacher shortages ($393,650), and CRIFPE recognition funding ($1.6 million). His projects focus on practical training innovations, digital tools for teacher education, and addressing teacher shortage through improved internship models. He has developed practical resources including the Sherpa+ platform for training supervisors and various implementation guides for digital supervision techniques.
Dr. Petit co-directs several research initiatives including the Sherpa+ project and the CRIFPE. He has organized numerous conferences and workshops on digital innovation in teacher education and serves as a key resource for educational institutions implementing digital supervision models. His work bridges theory and practice, with significant impact on teacher education programs across Quebec.