Research
Dr. Catherine McGregor in front of the Golden Temple, India.
There are two ways to discover what our department has been researching. Visit our research areas to learn more about our department's areas of interest. If you're interested in a particular professor's research projects, visit our faculty section and click on the professor's name for more information.
Research areas
Our faculty is constantly engaging in a variety of new and interesting research areas. Read more...
Our faculty
The high-level of research that our instructors conduct provides valuable insight into their respective fields and enriches the lives of those in the community.
Counselling Psychology
Canadian Veterans and their Transition to Civilian LifeThe majority of Canadian veterans find the transition from military to civilian life difficult according to the preliminary results of a survey conducted by Dr. Tim Black in partnership with the Royal Canadian Legion.
Educational Psychology
Self-regulation and Emotion Regulation in Preschool ChildrenDr. Wanda Boyer's research on the regulation of preschool children has led her to develop a self-regulation and emotion regulation assessment tool called SERASEC (Self-Regulation and Emotion Regulation Assessment Scale for Early Childhood).
Characteristics of Effective Teaching Practices in Inclusive ClassroomsDr. McGhie-Richmond examines inclusion policies in schools, the importance of teacher quality in student achievement, and the challenge of addressing the needs of vulnerable children. This includes low-achieving students and students with disabilities.
Leadership Studies
Women's Nonformal and Informal Political Education and Learning in Canada and IndiaThis Canadian-Indian comparative study, led by Dr. Clover and Dr. McGregor, examines the differences between Canadian and Indian politics and explores how non-formal education may be an important tool in supporting women as they engage in politics.
Women's Community Arts and Crafts: Warrior WomenIn this project involving homeless and street-involved women, Dr. Clover explores how arts and crafts can be used as a tool for adult education, public learning, community building, and knowledge dissemination.
Manitoba Superintendents: Mentoring and LeadershipIn her 2008 study on superintendents and their mentors, Dr. Crippen researches what makes a superintendent an effective leader. She examines characteristics of superintendents and the impact that mentors have on proteges.
