Program Requirements
Thesis Courses (24 credits)
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EDEM 621 Thesis 1 (6 credits)
Overview
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed : Departmental seminar to guide students through the process of developing a thesis proposal, identifying a supervisor, research sites and participants, and considering ethical issues.
Terms: Fall 2024
Instructors: Gonsalves, Allison; Harden-Wolfson, Emma; Malenfant, Jayne; Ballinger, Susan Gail; Zanazanian, Paul; Harvey, Blane; Mitchell, Claudia A; Tabi, Emmanuel; Smith-Gilman, Sheryl; Carter, Mindy; Jao, Limin; Strong, Teresa; Nafziger, Rhoda Nanre; Savard, Annie (Fall)
Fall, Winter
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EDEM 623 Thesis 2 (6 credits)
Overview
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed : Continuation of EDEM 621.
Terms: Fall 2024, Winter 2025
Instructors: Gonsalves, Allison; Harden-Wolfson, Emma; Malenfant, Jayne; Ballinger, Susan Gail; Zanazanian, Paul; Mitchell, Claudia A; Zhao, Pengfei; Tabi, Emmanuel; Low, Bronwen; Smith-Gilman, Sheryl; Carter, Mindy; Harvey, Blane; Strong, Teresa; Nafziger, Rhoda Nanre (Fall) Harvey, Blane; Jao, Limin; Savard, Annie (Winter)
Fall, Winter
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EDEM 699 Thesis 3 (12 credits)
Overview
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed : Final synthesis of the research project.
Terms: Fall 2024, Winter 2025
Instructors: Kobiela, Marta (Fall) Gonsalves, Allison; Malenfant, Jayne; Ballinger, Susan Gail; Zanazanian, Paul; Harden-Wolfson, Emma; Mitchell, Claudia A; Zhao, Pengfei; Tabi, Emmanuel; Low, Bronwen; Smith-Gilman, Sheryl; Carter, Mindy; Harvey, Blane; Strong, Teresa; Nafziger, Rhoda Nanre (Winter)
Fall, Winter
Required Courses (9 credits)
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EDEM 609 Critical Perspectives in Educational Theory and Research (3 credits)
Overview
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed : Critical exploration of contemporary issues in educational theory and research, in terms of current scholarship in the field, current educational contexts, and various research paradigms. Educational issues as expressions of social, ethical, political, economic, epistemological and cultural reconfigurations. Students will learn to be critical consumers of educational theories and research.
Terms: Fall 2024
Instructors: Howard, Philip S (Fall)
Fall, Winter
**Due to the intensive nature of this course, the standard add/drop and withdrawal deadlines do not apply. Add/drop is the second lecture day and withdrawal is the fifth lecture day.
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EDEM 690 Research Methods: Theory and Practice (3 credits)
Overview
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed : Overview of the epistemological foundations of a range of research methods, including but not limited to quantitative, philosophical, qualitative, arts-based, and mixed methods. Students will learn techniques to conduct research and to develop a research proposal.
Terms: Fall 2024
Instructors: McPherson, Heather (Fall)
Fall, Winter
**Due to the intensive nature of this course, the standard add/drop and withdrawal deadlines do not apply. Add/drop is the second lecture day and withdrawal is the fifth lecture day.
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WMST 601 Feminist Theories and Methods (3 credits)
Overview
Women's Studies : Examination of feminist theories and research methods from a variety of disciplinary perspectives.
Terms: Fall 2024
Instructors: Ketchum, Alexandra (Fall)
Complementary Courses (3 credits)
3 credits chosen from the following, must be either:
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WMST 602 Feminist Research Symposium (3 credits)
Overview
Women's Studies : Discussion and development of participants' research in gender and women's studies.
Terms: Winter 2025
Instructors: Singh, Twisha (Winter)
Prerequisite: WMST 601.
Restriction: Must be enrolled in the Option in Gender and Women's Studies.
or one 3-credit course, at the 500, 600, or 700 level on gender/women's issues, chosen in consultation with the Thesis Supervisor or Graduate Program Director.
Elective Courses (9 credits)
9 credits at the 500- level or higher, chosen in consultation with the Thesis Supervisor or Graduate Program Director. Maximum 3 credits from outside the Department.
