Courses Taught

EDUC 450/451/452 Inquiry I, II, & II in Design and Technology Education
EDUC 500 Research Methods in Education

Description: This course provides an overview of research designs and methodologies in education, counselling, and the social sciences. Students will be introduced to strategies and processes for designing a research proposal or project using qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods designs through an applied framework. Through this course, students will explore the philosophical assumptions for all three approaches, identify strategies for reviewing the literature, analyze and evaluate the use of theory and conceptual frameworks across disparate research approaches, and reflect on the importance of writing and ethics in scholarly inquiry. This course will place particular emphasis on mixed methodologies.
EDCP 508E Review of Research in Curriculum and Pedagogy

Description: This intensive course delves into the intricate domains of media, technology, and design education, offering a comprehensive review of seminal and contemporary research in these interdisciplinary realms. Participants will critically analyze the pervasive influence of media and technology on societal, educational, and cultural frameworks in the context of the postdigital age. Additionally, the course examines the tangible applications of technology in sectors like engineering juxtaposed against the theoretical foundations that propel innovative design solutions. This immersive exploration will equip students to understand and navigate the intricate intersections and broader implications of media, technology, and design in the evolving landscape of global education.
EDCP 570 Critical Thinking in the Age of Social Media [Special Topic Seminar]

Description: Social media and the Internet are not neutral. Proponents of social media exude its advantages through the democratization of knowledge. Others argue that social media is irreparably tearing the fabric of society apart. This course will explore arguments around social media and survey its impacts on education, psychology, society and culture. Students will be asked to evaluate disparate themes related to social media through a critical examination of the research literature.
EDCP 571 History of Media & Technology in Education

Description: This course explores the evolving interplay between media, technology, and education, examining how innovations have shaped and been shaped by educational practices and societal contexts. From early communication tools to modern digital platforms, students will critically analyze the historical, cultural, and philosophical dimensions of media and technology in education.

The course adopts a comparative historical approach, challenging students to think beyond viewing technology as mere tools and instead consider the dynamic interactions between human agency, educational environments, and technological advancements. Key topics include the implications of media on pedagogy, the ethical challenges of educational technology, and the role of digital media in reshaping the boundaries of learning.

Through discussions, collaborative projects, and individual research, students will develop a nuanced understanding of how media and technology have transformed education across time, fostering critical insights relevant for navigating and influencing future educational landscapes.
EDCP 575 Curriculum, Pedagogy, and Issues in the Postdigital Age

Description: This intensive course explores media education as curriculum, pedagogy, and public engagement in the postdigital age. It critically examines the intersections of media, technology, design, and literacy within educational and societal contexts, emphasizing both theoretical frameworks and applied practices. Students will investigate how media shape meaning-making, civic engagement, and curriculum design, with attention to contemporary issues such as Indigeneity, climate change, algorithmic culture, peace education, sexuality, mental health, and economic conditions. Through inquiry-based learning, students will analyze research, evaluate instructional resources, and engage in creative production projects that mobilize media for educational and social purposes. The course integrates critical media literacy with postdigital perspectives, equipping students to navigate the evolving intersections of media, pedagogy, and culture in global education.