Indigenous Perspectives Fall series
September 11th, 2025
Indigenous Perspectives: The Iroquois Great Law of Peace
Learn how five warring nations in ancient America came to become allies and developed the first true democracy in human history.
Sept. 16 10 AM-11:30 AM
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Sept. 17 2 PM-3:30 PM
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Indigenous Perspectives: Truth and Reconciliation from a Kahnawake Mohawk’s perspective
Sept. 30 10 AM-11:30 AM
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Oct. 1 2 PM-3:30 PM
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Indigenous Perspectives: Documentary series and discussion.
Native America: Explore the Americas before Columbus
Sept. 24 10 AM-12 PM
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Resources for faculty and external professional development opportunities
September 11th, 2025
September 11th, 2025
On June 11 and 12, the third edition of Dawson’s Inclusion and Wellness Retreat took place at the picturesque Far Hills Inn in the Laurentian mountains. Thirty people from a variety of departments (faculty and professionals) gathered to explore ways we can adapt our teaching approaches, interactions, and course design to meet a wide range…
Ped Days Call For Proposals
September 11th, 2025
Faculty and educational professionals are invited to present their explorations of innovative, inclusive, evidence-based practices that enhance student engagement across disciplines and learning environments. For more information, please contact Azra Khan, pedagogical counsellor, Office of Academic Development.
Ped Days will take place on Nov. 7, 2025 and on Jan. 14, 2026.
Deadline for proposals Oct. 3, 2025. Please be prepared to be scheduled on either Ped Day in November or January.
Changes to the Teaching IN French Task Force
August 28th, 2025
This fall, to comply with Law 14, Dawson is offering specific education, complementary and Humanities courses in French. We want to recognize the hard work and courage of the teachers who have taken on the challenge of teaching in French this first semester. Chapeau!
The Teaching in French Task Force is back this year with a team of three French teachers and one pedagogical counsellor. We want to thank the outgoing members for their innumerable contributions and the resources they created: Jeff Gandell, Cathy Roy, Monica Lopez and Einat Idan. We also want to welcome Laëtitia Desanti who will bring her expertise from Programme d’aide en français (PAF) to those programs offering internships and technical courses in French.
We look forward to supporting colleagues teaching in French this semester or preparing to do so in the future. As always, you can contact us by emailing teachinginfrench@dawsoncollege.qc.ca . There are also many resources available on our SharePoint site.
-The 2025-26 Teaching in French Task Force (Laëtitia Desanti, Laurent Duval, Chantale Giguère, Jane Hudson)
3D Animation and Business Administration launch newly revised programs this fall
August 28th, 2025
The Office of Academic Development congratulates the faculty of 3D Animation & Computer Generated Imagery and Administration & Management Technology on the launch of their newly revised programs this fall.
Over the past year, faculty have dedicated their time, expertise, and creativity into developing courses that are relevant, engaging, and well-aligned with program goals. We extend special thanks to the course design leads, whose leadership in analyzing competencies, crafting clear learning outcomes, developing comprehensive course design documents, and guiding their departments through a collaborative design process has been exemplary. Their dedication and hard work have been pivotal in ensuring the successful launch of these new programs.
Thank you for your outstanding contributions to the design of your new program’s courses:
- 3D Animation: Geoff Carley, Raymon Fong, and Charles Le Guen
- Business Administration: Fabienne Cyrius, Jim Parthimos, and Amanda Petriello
May 14th, 2025
Monday, May 26, 2025 – 9:30-12:30pm Presented by Tannia Ditchburn, Pedagogical Counsellor, OAD and Aurelie Leblanc-Florent, Student Services Join us to refresh and strengthen your classroom management toolkit. Whether you’re a seasoned educator looking to refine your approach or a new teacher seeking practical guidance, this interactive workshop will equip you with tools to prevent…
May 12th, 2025
Summer hasn’t even started, but we know August will be here in what feels like no time. If you are teaching courses IN French next year, do “future-you” a favor and lay the groundwork for next year’s teaching now. Browse the program and choose among the 12 events that the Teaching in French Task Force…
Classroom Management Workshop: Proactive Strategies for a Positive Learning Environment
May 1st, 2025
Monday, May 26, 2025 - 9:30-12:30pm
Presented by Tannia Ditchburn, Pedagogical Counsellor, OAD and Aurelie Leblanc-Florent, Student Services
Join us to refresh and strengthen your classroom management toolkit. Whether you’re a seasoned educator looking to refine your approach or a new teacher seeking practical guidance, this interactive workshop will equip you with tools to prevent disruptions, foster positive relationships, establish a structured learning environment, and apply appropriate interventions when necessary.
Through hands-on activities and real-world case scenarios, you’ll explore:
- Proactive strategies to set the tone from day one
- Strategies to build positive relationships with students and create an inclusive and respectful classroom
- Techniques to maximize instructional time, improve engagement, and minimize disruptions
- Approaches for clear expectations, smooth transitions, and student accountability
- Effective interventions for handling disruptive or challenging behaviours
- When and how to apply the Code of Conduct appropriately
Visit the link to register.
Drop by for coffee/tea on May 7 and learn about retreat
May 1st, 2025
Join us for a coffee & tea break!
Wednesday May 7
12 PM-2 PM in the CoLab (3F.36)
Inclusion & Wellness Retreat Q & A drop-in
Hosted by: Cathy Roy, Caroline Haddad & Julia Lijeron
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