The Centre for Research and Practice in Teacher Education facilitates and supports research on K-12 teacher education. The quality of teacher education plays a crucial role in preparing teachers for the demands and complexities of contemporary classrooms. By supporting research in teacher education, the Centre endeavours to advance scholarship in the field and contribute to the development of teacher education programs and practices. With a focus on interdisciplinary inquiry, the Centre’s research addresses emerging challenges and opportunities within K-12 teacher education settings. The Centre serves as a dynamic research hub for examining and addressing issues of equity and diversity in teacher education contexts, promoting inclusive practices, and advancing social justice within teacher education and classroom settings.
TEAM
Steering Committee
- Dr. Ann Chinnery
Associate Professor, Faculty of Education, SFU - Dr. Isabelle Côté
Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Education, SFU
Associate Director, Office of Francophone and Francophile Affairs, SFU - Dr. Sara Davidson
Assistant Professor, Faculty of Education, SFU
Associate Dean, Indigeneity ʔək̓ʷstənəq ts'up'new̓ásentas, Faculty of Education, SFU - Janice St. Helene
Associate Director, Preservice Professional Studies, Faculty of Education, SFU - Dr. Christiano Moura
Assistant Professor, Faculty of Education, SFU - Mark Pearmain
Superintendent, Surrey School District
Research Assistant(s)
- Jennifer Cummins