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Hiring Unit:
Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE)
Course code and title:
EDEC 260-002. Philosophical Foundations.
Description: 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.
This course is not Team taught or offered online.
Term:
Fall 2026
Credits:
3 credits
Location:
Education Building (EDUC 627)
Schedule:
Tuesday & Thursday, 08:35 am-10:25 am
Teaching Qualification Requirements (TQRs):
Education:
1. 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.
2. PhD or equivalent in a relevant field is an asset.
Experience:
1. Expert knowledge and experience in:
Other:
1. Previous successful experience teaching similar course(s) at the undergraduate or graduate level.
2. Experience as a school administrator, institutional leader, community leader and/or master teacher/instructor in the Quebec educational system is an asset.
3. Knowledge of the impact and proven record integrating pedagogical approaches anchored to equity, diversity and inclusion
4. Familiarity using myCourses, ZOOM and other similar online platforms to facilitate quality teaching and learning experiences.
5. Familiarity teaching blended classes is an asset
6. Familiarity with the application of a variety of digital teaching and learning tools
Posting Period:
June 1, 2026 – June 12, 2026 (11:59 PM)
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Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE)
Philosophical Foundations
EDEC 260 002
Education Building
2026-06-12
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