جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Mathematics Education
• Elementary Mathematics Teaching
• Problem Solving
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Geneviève Barabé is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Didactics at the Faculty of Education, Université de Montréal, specializing in elementary mathematics education. Her academic journey includes a dual bachelor's degree and master's in mathematics education from Université de Sherbrooke, followed by a PhD in educational sciences (mathematics didactics) from Université du Québec à Montréal. Her research focuses on mathematical activity nature , problem-solving instruction , mathematical investigation , and routine task exploitation in collective classroom settings. Key interests include productive struggle, collective mathematical problems, and epistemological foundations of mathematics teaching. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals strong emphasis on collective mathematical activity (92% of works), routine task transformation (85%), and uncertainty emergence (78%) in elementary/secondary classrooms. Her work bridges theoretical epistemology with practical classroom applications. Scientific Awards: Dieter Lunkenbein Prize (AMQ) for best master's thesis in mathematics education in Quebec Dr. Barabé actively supervises graduate students in primary/secondary mathematics education research. Her current grants include a CRSH Exploration Grant (2025-2027) on productive struggle and a completed FRQSC project (2015-2022) on routine task exploitation. She directs the Laboratoire épistémologie et activité mathématique , focusing on collective mathematical practices and task evolution dynamics.

Ken Derryمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Religion and Film
• Religion and Violence
• Indigenous Traditions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ken Derry is an Associate Professor in the Teaching Stream at the University of Toronto , specifically within the Department of Historical Studies . His work bridges Religion and Film studies with a focus on Indigenous traditions , colonialism , and violence-religion dynamics . Education: PhD, MA, BA in Religious Studies from University of Toronto Research Interests: Religion and Film Indigenous Cultural Products Religion and Violence Colonialism and Mimetic Theory Gender and Hermeneutics Postcolonial Pedagogy Notable Publications: The Myth Awakens (co-edited, 2018) on Star Wars and myth SPARK (2024) on teaching excellence Multiple articles in Journal of Religion & Film and Religious Studies Review Awards: 2013 UTM Teaching Excellence Award 2008–2014 Dean’s Excellence Awards 2009 'Stepping Up' Award for student experience Teaching Innovations: Pioneered short film exams for religious studies Public Office Hours in cafes Problem-Based Learning (PBL) implementation

Jessica Sokolowskiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• literacy
• multimodalities
• performing arts
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jessica Sokolowski is a Professor with Long-Term Appointment in the Faculty of Education at the University of Ottawa, serving as Cohort Leader for the Imagination, Creativity, and Innovation program. She trains educators in arts-integrated pedagogical approaches while advancing accessibility to creative learning experiences through institutional and community initiatives. Her academic qualifications include: PhD from the University of Ottawa with research specialization in arts-based and experiential learning methodologies Professor Sokolowski's research program investigates intersections of literacy development, multimodal expression, and performing arts within educational contexts. She pioneers frameworks for embedding creativity into standard curricula while emphasizing social-emotional growth and inclusive practices for diverse learners. Her work bridges theoretical scholarship with practical classroom applications through community-based arts programming. Recent publications demonstrate consistent thematic focus on creative problem-solving across disciplines, particularly examining how arts methodologies enhance cognitive processing in music education and constrained-format writing. Her scholarship reveals systematic exploration of how brevity requirements influence creative output and how inquiry-based approaches develop decision-making competencies in artistic performance. No scientific awards are documented in the available institutional profile. As Cohort Leader, she mentors future educators in the Imagination, Creativity, and Innovation program, developing specialized curricula that integrate artistic processes into teacher training. While specific grant funding isn't detailed, her leadership roles indicate sustained research activity through the Canadian Network for Imagination and Creativity steering committee and community studio initiatives. She operates CreatEd studio for community arts programming and contributes to national discourse as steering committee member of the Canadian Network for Imagination and Creativity, fostering collaborative research networks that connect academic scholarship with community practice.

Geoffrey G. Pinchbeckمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Corpus Linguistics
• Second Language Acquisition
• Academic English
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Geoffrey G. Pinchbeck is a faculty member at Carleton University’s School of Linguistics and Language Studies. He holds PhDs in Education (Languages and Literacy) and Medical Biochemistry from the University of Calgary, along with an M.Ed in TESL. His career spans teaching, research, and service in applied linguistics and language pedagogy. His research focuses on corpus linguistics , second language acquisition , and academic English . He explores the operationalization of academic English , computer-assisted language learning (CALL) , and content and language integrated learning (CLIL) . His work has implications for vocabulary diagnostic tools and text readability metrics. His refereed publications and conference presentations examine lexical and derivational morphology , word list validation , and mathematics education pedagogy . Recent collaborations highlight interdisciplinary approaches to language assessment and curricular design . Excellence in Graduate Teaching Award, Western University (2017) EuroSLA Doctoral Student Travel Grant (2017) AAAL ‘Educational Testing Services Graduate Student Award’ (2016) Pinchbeck has served as Strand Coordinator for Vocabulary and Lexical Studies at AAAL annual meetings (2020–2021) and contributed to graduate student award committees. His work bridges language research and mathematical pedagogy , emphasizing accessibility and student engagement.

Samim Al-Azadمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Global Value Chain
• Competitiveness
• Offshore IT Outsourcing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Samim Al-Azad serves as Assistant Professor in the International Management and Strategy discipline within Lakehead University's Faculty of Business Administration. He brings extensive international experience from prior roles as post-doctoral researcher at Université Laval's Stephen A. Jarislowsky Chair in International Business and Assistant Professor at North South University in Bangladesh, complemented by industry work with BRAC on WHO/UNDP-funded development projects. His educational background includes: Post-doctoral Fellowship, Stephen A. Jarislowsky Chair in International Business, Université Laval, QC Ph.D. in Business Administration, Seoul National University, South Korea MBA and BBA, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh Dr. Al-Azad's research examines critical intersections between global business strategy and technological transformation. He investigates how knowledge management practices determine offshore IT outsourcing success, how Industry 4.0 readiness drives sustainable competitive advantage in emerging markets, and how SMEs navigate internationalization challenges. His work consistently addresses real-world business problems in developing economies through empirical analysis of organizational capabilities and strategic orientations. His recent publications (2022-2023) reveal three key trends: (1) Growing emphasis on Industry 4.0's mediating role in sustainable advantage, (2) Deepening analysis of knowledge transfer mechanisms in global outsourcing, and (3) Expansion into pandemic-era e-commerce dynamics and ethnic food marketing. These studies predominantly employ quantitative methods examining organizational ambidexterity, partnership quality, and technological readiness across Asian and Canadian contexts. Research recognition includes: Quebec Government Research Scholarship (FRQNT-2015) German Government Fellowship (DAAD-2014) Korean Government Scholarship (KGSP-2011-2015) BEST PAPER AWARD at ASAC 2015 Conference BEST PAPER AWARD at ASAC 2014 Conference Dr. Al-Azad maintains active research funding through competitive government scholarships and industry partnerships, with current projects examining digital transformation in emerging markets. His teaching portfolio spans foundational courses (Introduction to Management, Basics of Management) and advanced strategy seminars (Business Policy, Management Theory), indicating strong commitment to student development at multiple levels. While no dedicated laboratory is specified, his work involves international research teams analyzing global value chains and technology adoption through collaborations with institutions in Canada, Bangladesh, and South Korea.

Tim Maciagمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• People & humanity centred design
• Health informatics and eHealth systems & applications
• Engineering & computer science education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tim Maciag serves as an Assistant Professor in Software Systems Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering & Applied Science at the University of Regina. He teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses focusing on people and community/humanity-centred technology design, with particular expertise in software project management methodologies including Agile, Design Thinking, and Lean approaches. His research interests span several interconnected domains: People & humanity centred design Health informatics and eHealth systems & applications Engineering & computer science education Educational technologies Data, information, & knowledge management Software & project management Dr. Maciag coordinates the Humanity-Centred Software (HCS) lab, which specifically focuses on UN Sustainable Development Goals #3 (Good Health and Well-Being) and #4 (Quality Education). His work explores the design of multi-modal healthcare technologies and course-integrated interactive learning activities that connect students with community initiatives. His teaching portfolio includes several key courses: ENSE 271: People-Centred Design ENSE 281: Software Engineering Management ENSE 405: Designing Apps for Collaboration & Learning (Humanity-Centred Design) ENSE 400/477: Software Systems Engineering Capstone ENSE 805: Researching & Engineering Community-Centred Software ENSE 871: Usability Research & Engineering Dr. Maciag emphasizes project-based learning where students develop minimum viable products addressing real-world problems, often in collaboration with local community partners. His educational approach reflects his belief that technology should serve humanity while being both functional and enjoyable to use.

Sébastien Le Digabelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations Research
• Mathematical Optimization
• Black-box Optimization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sébastien Le Digabel is a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Industrial Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal. He holds affiliations with GERAD (Groupe d'études et de recherche en analyse des décisions) and IVADO (Institut de valorisation des données), where he contributes to research in optimization and artificial intelligence. Professor Le Digabel's research focuses on black-box optimization and derivative-free methods, particularly the Mesh Adaptive Direct Search (MADS) algorithm. His work spans three main areas: development of optimization methods, application to engineering problems, and development of optimization software. He has made significant contributions to extending MADS for constrained optimization, mixed-variable problems, multiobjective optimization, and stochastic optimization. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate continued innovation in handling complex optimization challenges including categorical variables, hierarchical constraints, and multi-fidelity approaches. These works appear in top journals like Computational Optimization and Applications, SIAM Journal on Optimization, and Optimization and Engineering. Professor Le Digabel actively supervises graduate students, having completed 8 PhD theses and 10 Master's theses with topics spanning multiobjective optimization, hyperparameter tuning, smart grid applications, and power systems optimization. His research is supported by diverse funding sources including NSERC, FRQNT, InnovÉÉ, IVADO, Hydro-Québec, Rio Tinto, and Huawei-Canada, reflecting the broad applicability of his work across academic and industrial domains. Professor Le Digabel leads the NOMAD Research Group and is the primary developer of the NOMAD optimization software, which implements the MADS algorithm and serves as a standard tool in the derivative-free optimization community. The software is available at www.gerad.ca/nomad and continues to evolve with new capabilities for challenging optimization problems.

Alain Hertzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations Research
• Management Science
• Combinatorial Optimization
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Alain Hertz is a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Industrial Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal. He is affiliated with two major research centers: Institut de valorisation des données (IVADO) and Groupe d'études et de recherche en analyse des décisions (GERAD). His expertise spans operations research, management science, and algorithm development with applications across multiple industries. Professor Hertz specializes in combinatorial optimization, graph theory, algorithms, heuristics and metaheuristics. His research bridges theoretical mathematics with practical applications in scheduling, vehicle routing, and decision support systems. Recent work explores graph-based approaches for recommender systems and chemical graph theory, demonstrating the versatility of his mathematical frameworks. His publication record shows consistent output across top journals in operations research and graph theory. Recent articles (2021-2025) focus on extremal graph theory, chemical graphs, graph coloring variants, and applications of graph theory to recommender systems. This demonstrates both theoretical depth and practical relevance in his research trajectory. Prix de la ministre de l'Éducation, du Loisir et du Sport - Gouvernement du Québec (2011) Professor Hertz has supervised 13 doctoral students and 18 master's students, with thesis topics ranging from optimization methods for semi-supervised clustering to wind farm network design. His supervision approach emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical applications, preparing students for careers in both academia and industry. His research has been supported by various grants enabling collaborative work with international partners. Through his affiliations with IVADO and GERAD, Professor Hertz contributes to interdisciplinary research initiatives that connect mathematical theory with real-world problems in data science, artificial intelligence, and industrial engineering.

Dominique Orbanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Numerical Optimization
• Nonlinear Programming
• Numerical Linear Algebra
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dominique Orban is a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Industrial Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal. He holds a Ph.D. from FUNDP Namur and INP Toulouse and has established himself as a leading researcher in numerical optimization. His academic affiliations include the Institute for Data Valorization (IVADO) and the Decision Analysis Study and Research Group (GERAD). Professor Orban's research focuses on numerical mathematics, particularly continuous nonlinear optimization, nonlinear systems of equations, and numerical linear algebra. His work involves designing specialized numerical algorithms for optimization problems, with particular interest in degeneracy and ill-posed problems. His research spans theoretical development of algorithms, their implementation in software, and applications to real-world problems such as image reconstruction, optimal structure design, and optimization under differential constraints. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong focus on developing practical optimization algorithms with theoretical guarantees. His work spans multiple areas including nonsmooth optimization, iterative methods for linear systems, regularization techniques, and software implementation in Julia. A notable trend is his increasing focus on developing open-source software tools that make advanced optimization methods accessible to practitioners. Over 160 publications including journal articles, conference papers, and technical reports Multiple publications in top optimization journals each year through 2025 Strong emphasis on both theoretical foundations and practical implementation Increasing focus on Julia-based optimization software development Professor Orban has successfully supervised 9 doctoral students and 13 master's students to completion, demonstrating his commitment to mentoring the next generation of researchers. His supervision style appears to balance theoretical depth with practical implementation skills, preparing students for both academic and industry careers. His research has been supported through various institutional and collaborative grants, enabling him to maintain an active research program with multiple ongoing projects. His contributions to the field include significant software developments such as Krylov.jl, JSOSuite.jl, and DCISolver.jl, which have made advanced optimization techniques more accessible to the broader scientific community. These tools reflect his philosophy of bridging theoretical optimization with practical computational implementation.

• Numeracy Education
• Financial Literacy
• STEM Integration
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Alexandre Cavalcante is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning at the University of Toronto's Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE). His research program examines numeracy education through lenses of financial literacy, citizenship, and equity, with projects funded by SSHRC, Mitacs, and the Connaught Fund. He directs The Mathematizen Lab, which develops innovative pedagogical tools for diverse learners. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Educational Studies from McGill University, an M.A. in Social and Human Sciences, and multiple bachelor's degrees (Engineering, Education, Science) from Universidade Federal do ABC, Brazil. Fluent in French, Portuguese, English, and Korean, he has taught mathematics in Brazil and Canada. Research Focus: Cavalcante investigates how numeracy education responds to societal transitions, emphasizing financial literacy, STEM integration, and culturally relevant pedagogies. His work addresses inequities in curricula and leverages digital technologies for inclusive learning. Publications: His recent articles analyze financial numeracy in textbooks, teacher knowledge of interest calculations, multilingual STEM tools, and crisis-era mathematics pedagogy. Trends highlight cross-national curriculum comparisons, technology-enhanced reasoning, and equity-driven frameworks. Grants & Projects: SSHRC: Enhancing algebraic thinking in primary grades (2023–2026) Mitacs: Informal entrepreneurship education via online platforms (2023–2025) SSHRC: Financial numeracy in Ontario mathematics (2022–2024) Connaught Fund: Epistemologies of simple/compound interest (2021–2024) Lab & Outreach: The Mathematizen Lab explores digital numeracy and multilingual resources. Cavalcante collaborates with schools to adapt curricula for urban settings and underrepresented youth.

Sean Kauffmanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Formal Methods
• Real-time Systems
• Software Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sean Kauffman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Queen's University, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. He holds his office in Walter Light Hall, Room 611, and can be reached at sean.k@queensu.ca or by phone at 613-533-6000 ext. 77360. Dr. Kauffman earned his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo before completing a two-year postdoctoral position at Aalborg University in Denmark. Notably, he returned to academia after accumulating over a decade of industry experience as a software engineer, with his final industry role being Principal Software Engineer at Oracle. His research expertise spans several critical areas in computer science and software engineering, with a particular focus on safety-critical software systems. His work significantly contributes to the fields of Formal Methods, Runtime Verification, Anomaly Detection, and Explainable AI. Dr. Kauffman has established productive research collaborations with prestigious organizations including NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the Embedded Systems Institute, QNX, and Pratt and Whitney Canada. Dr. Kauffman's research output demonstrates a consistent focus on event stream analysis, formal verification techniques, and the development of practical tools for system monitoring. His most notable contribution is the nfer language and toolset, which has become influential in the runtime verification community for its ability to abstract event streams into meaningful temporal hierarchies. His publications reveal a progression from theoretical foundations to practical implementations, with applications spanning spacecraft telemetry, autonomous vehicles, and embedded systems. Among his scientific contributions, Dr. Kauffman has received recognition for his work on the complexity analysis of nfer evaluation, developing methods for annotating control-flow graphs for formalized test coverage criteria, and creating frameworks for anomaly detection in embedded systems. His research has been published in top-tier venues including Science of Computer Programming, International Journal on Software Tools for Technology Transfer, and proceedings of major conferences like Runtime Verification and NASA Formal Methods. As an educator, Dr. Kauffman employs active learning techniques, productive failure approaches, and peer instruction to foster student engagement. His industry background informs his teaching approach, providing students with practical insights into real-world software engineering challenges, particularly in safety-critical domains. Dr. Kauffman leads the CritLab research group at Queen's University, which focuses on critical systems research. The lab develops tools and techniques for analyzing and verifying systems where failures could have severe consequences, with applications in aerospace, automotive, and other safety-critical domains. His work on the nfer language has spawned related projects including nvis for visualizing temporal interval hierarchies.

• Physical Education
• Health Education
• Pedagogical Practices
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sylvain Turcotte serves as Dean at the University of Sherbrooke since 2022, with a distinguished career focused on physical education, health promotion, and pedagogical practices in school settings. His work bridges educational theory with practical implementation of physical activity programs across Quebec's educational institutions. His research interests center on physical activity promotion in schools , health education integration , pedagogical approaches for physical educators , and school environment interventions . Turcotte has developed frameworks for analyzing factors that influence positive physical activity perceptions among students and has extensively studied the implementation of daily physical activity programs in educational settings, particularly during the pandemic period. Turcotte's recent publications reveal a strong focus on pandemic impacts on student movement behaviors , flexible classroom arrangements that promote physical activity, and stakeholder perspectives on school-based physical activity interventions. His work demonstrates consistent application of ecological approaches to understanding physical activity promotion in educational contexts. Scientific Recognition: Multiple best poster/prize awards from International Association of Physical Education in Higher Education (AIESEP) ACFAS presentation awards Tousignant-Desrosiers Prize International fellowship recognition Turcotte has secured substantial research funding as principal investigator, including a $625,000 Kino-Québec Research Chair (2018-2023) focused on physically active lifestyles in school contexts, and numerous contracts with Quebec's Ministry of Education. His collaborative approach is evident through extensive co-authorship with researchers, educators, and health professionals across multiple institutions.

Manon Chamberlandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Psychosociology of career guidance
• Transformative Practices
• Developing the empowerment of individuals and communities
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Manon Chamberland serves as a Full Professor at Laval University's Faculty of Education, School of Counselling and Guidance, with a tenure appointment confirmed in recent faculty announcements. Her research is anchored at the Research and Intervention Centre on Education and Working Life (CRIEVAT), where she conducts community-engaged scholarship from her office in Quebec City's Jeanne-Lapointe Building. Her academic foundation includes a 2014 Ph.D. in guidance sciences from Laval University, building expertise in psychosocial career frameworks and empowerment methodologies. Professor Chamberland's research program critically examines power dynamics in career guidance and develops transformative practices for community empowerment . She investigates epistemic inequalities in educational settings, adult learning processes , and emancipatory pathways through collaborative research. Her methodological signature combines qualitative inquiry with participatory action research , centering marginalized voices in knowledge production about social inclusion. Analysis of her 13 publications (2007-2022) reveals evolving focus from foundational empowerment frameworks (2007-2014) toward contemporary applications addressing migrant inclusion (2022) and rural homelessness (2020). Her work consistently bridges theory and community practice, with increasing international collaboration evident in recent special issues. While specific awards aren't documented in available materials, her tenure as Full Professor represents significant institutional recognition of scholarly contributions. Professor Chamberland actively mentors graduate students through courses like CSO-7022 (Group Intervention Design) and CSO-7034 (Emancipatory Educational Practices), supervising thesis projects aligned with CRIEVAT's community partnerships. Her research funding manifests through sustained publication output and institutional affiliation with Laval's education research hub. As a CRIEVAT-affiliated researcher, she leads projects that transform community organizations into knowledge co-creation spaces, particularly focusing on immigrant women's experiences and rural homelessness interventions through Quebec-based partnerships.

Julie Lessardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Parental educational practices
• Intervention with parents
• Youth protection
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Julie Lessard is a Full Professor in the Department of Foundations and Practices in Education at the Faculty of Education, Université Laval. She holds a doctorate in psychology with a specialization in psychoeducation and has established herself as a leading researcher in family and child welfare studies. Her academic journey includes a Ph.D. from the University of Montreal (2010), an M.Sc. in Psychoeducation from the University of Quebec in Outaouais (2005), and a B.A. in Psychology and Governance and Public Policy from the University of Ottawa (2002). Professor Lessard's research focuses on parental educational practices, intervention with parents, youth protection systems, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). She has developed significant expertise in assessing parenting skills and evaluating parenting skills training programs, particularly for families under youth protection supervision and families with children with ADHD. Her work on the 'Incredible Years' program has contributed substantially to evidence-based practices in this field. Analysis of her recent publications (2019-2024) reveals a consistent focus on practical applications of psychological research in educational and child welfare settings. Her work spans teacher training for behavior management, online learning adaptations during the pandemic, youth protection systems, and the impact of bullying on adolescent well-being. These publications demonstrate her interdisciplinary approach bridging psychology, education, and social work. Professor Lessard maintains active research funding through SSHRC, FRQSC, and institutional grants for projects related to vulnerable children and families. Her current work includes developing observation tools for parenting skills assessment across different age groups and examining voluntary measures in Quebec's youth protection system. She is affiliated with the Centre for Research on Youth and Families (CRUJeF) and the Centre for Research on the Adaptation of Youth and Families at Risk (JEFAR), where she supervises graduate students and collaborates on interdisciplinary research projects addressing critical issues in child and family welfare.

• Health Systems Management
• Strategic Management
• Healthcare Quality Improvement
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Martin Beaumont serves as an Associate Professor (Non-Teaching) in the Department of Management at Université Laval's Faculty of Business Administration. His academic foundation includes a Doctorate in Public Health specializing in Health Systems Management and a Master's in Administration of Social and Health Services from the University of Montreal, complemented by a Certificate in Business Administration from the University of Hull. His research interests span: Health Systems Management : Population responsibility, health governance models, and technology integration Strategic Leadership : Innovation facilitation, crisis response frameworks, and organizational change Healthcare Quality : Accreditation standards, process optimization, and patient-centered reforms Beaumont's recent conference presentations (2018-2024) reveal a consistent focus on adaptive health systems, with emerging work in pandemic resilience tools, virtual management simulations, and data valorization strategies. No awards, grants, or lab affiliations are documented.