Ugo Collard-Fortin

Ugo Collard-Fortin is a Professor in Université de Sherbrooke (since 2025) and previously served as Chargé de cours at Université du Québec à Chicoutimi (UQAC) from 2013 to 2024. He holds a Doctorate in Education (2023) and Master’s degree in Education (2013) from UQAC, with a Bachelor’s in Secondary Education (2010). His work focuses on STEM integration, development of teaching practices, and knowledge mediation in practical training contexts.

His research explores interdisciplinary approaches in science and technology education, addressing professional integration, initial and continuing teacher training, and mentorship in practical environments. He has secured multiple grants, including a 2025-2027 grant for Research Knowledge Mediation in Secondary Education at Sherbrooke University.

Scientific Awards:

• Prix d’excellence de l’Université du Québec-Palier UQAC (2024)
• Bourse de soutien à la relève professorale (2023)
• Bourse de perfectionnement longue durée (2021)
• Bourse d’excellence de la Fondation de l’UQAC (2018)
• Bourse de diffusion de recherche de l’EREST (2017)
• Bourse de doctorat (B2) du FRQSC (2017)
• Médaille du Lieutenant-gouverneur pour la jeunesse (2016)
• Tableau d’Honneur des Doyens (UQAC) (2016, 2015)
• Bourse de recherche du CRRE (2013)
• Bourse d’étude supérieure RECYC-QUÉBEC (2012)

He has authored numerous articles on STEM integration, science misconceptions, and teacher training, emphasizing practical applications in primary and secondary education. His grants include projects on internship tools, collaborative platforms, and serious games in university teaching.