A Message from the Editorial Team
Evidence-informed practice spans all domains of education, and in this issue of Research in a Nutshell (RiaN), our contributors provide guidance on four domains of increasing importance for our professional practice. Sincerely, Stephen MacGregor and Lindsay Mainhood (RiaN@queensu.ca).
Research in a Nutshell Volume 4, Issue 2, Winter 2020 (PDF 1206 KB)
A Message from the Editors:
A Message from the Editorial Team
In this issue of Research in a Nutshell (RiaN), our contributors share an array of knowledge spanning four domains of education research, from kindergarten assessment and arts practices in the classroom, to resilience and distributed leadership. Sincerely, Lindsay Mainhood and Sofia Melendez (RiaN@queensu.ca)
A Message from the Editorial Team
We are eager to share with you the findings of research studies that tackle international issues around assessment, policy, and the COVID-19 pandemic. This issue gives you some insight into the roles of teachers, principals, and students in shaping educational systems. Sincerely, Lindsay Mainhood and Sofia Melendez (RiaN@queensu.ca)
A Message from the Editorial Team:
In celebration of RiaN’s fifth year of mobilizing research by our Faculty of Education researchers, this issue features a new and refreshing look. We invite you to explore this issue to learn about current research on assessment unfairness, how teachers engage in online learning, COVID-19 disruptions to alternative teaching placements, and education for global competence. Sincerely, Lindsay Mainhood and Sofia Melendez (RiaN@queensu.ca).
The EDI Coordinator, in consultation with the Teacher Candidates of Colour, curated a collection of resources for teachers to use as they bring Black history into their classrooms during Black History month, and throughout the year.
2021 brought new challenges and opportunities as we navigated another year impacted by COVID. At the Faculty of Education, we continued to research, teach, and learn through another pandemic year.
Educators play a strong role in supporting and advancing student mental health. The Classroom Champions in Mental Health program is a student-led initiative, responding to both student feedback and clear research calling for increased mental health promotion in academics.
Classroom Champions in Mental Health recognizes and celebrates professors, instructors and TAs who create supportive learning environments where student mental health is valued and supported.
Welcome to the first edition of the Queen’s Faculty of Education Dean’s Review. This annual publication aims to engage and inform alumni and the education community about the activities, goals, and accomplishments at our Faculty.
Social responsibility is our centre of gravity at the Faculty of Education. In recent years, we have articulated a desire to emphasize the role of education in promoting and developing Indigenous education and knowledge, and equity, diversity, and inclusion in our teaching and research.
