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Hiring Unit: Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE)

Course Description:

EDEC 260 Philosophical Foundations

Ideas essential for the development of a coherent educational theory and sound professional practice. Reflections on: the nature of the person, of reality, of knowledge, and of value; the aims of education, the nature of the school and the curriculum, the roles and responsibilities of professional educators.

Term: Winter 2026

Course Credits: 3

Location: EDUC 624

Schedule: Tuesday, 02:35 pm-05:25 pm

Teaching Qualification Requirements:

Education:

• Master educator with an MA (i.e., education foundations - philosophy, sociology, and history of education, curriculum studies, educational leadership) and extensive relevant experience as a school educator/pedagogue/community educator

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant field is an asset

Experience:

Other:

• Previous successful experience teaching similar course (s) at the undergraduate or graduate level

• Experience as a school administrator, institutional leader, community leader and/or master teacher/instructor in the Quebec educational system is an asset

• Knowledge of the impact and proven record integrating pedagogical approaches anchored to equity, diversity and inclusion

• Familiarity using myCourses, ZOOM, and other similar online platforms to facilitate quality teaching and learning experiences.

• Familiarity teaching blended classes is an asset

• Familiarity with the application of a variety of digital teaching and learning tools

Other information:

Number of positions available: 1

This course is not Team taught.

This course is not taught electronically or online.

Posting Period: October 1-15, 2025

Deadline to apply: October 15 (11:59 PM)

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Department of Integrated Studies in EducationPhilosophical FoundationsEDEC 260 001/002EDUC 624T 14:35-17:252025-10-15