Past Projects

Grants and Funded Projects

Clinical and Patient Education Grants
Led the design, writing, and delivery of patient and care-partner education initiatives funded through competitive medical education and healthcare grant programs, supporting clear communication, safety, and quality of life in complex clinical settings.

School and Community Education Grants
Developed and supported grant-funded education initiatives for schools and community organizations, including private schools and congregational settings, focused on curriculum development, educator support, and inclusive programming.

Academic Innovation Fund Projects
Co-led a $100,000 Academic Innovation Fund initiative improving accessibility in first-year science laboratories, translating education research into practical, faculty-wide implementation. Read More →

Program Review, Accreditation, and Compliance

Quality Assurance and Accreditation
Supported successful program reviews and external accreditation in Data Science, Neuroscience, and Biotechnology, aligned with institutional, ministerial, and PEQAB standards.

Curriculum Mapping and Self-Study Writing
Led major program reviews in Physics, Biophysics, Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics, producing clear, well-structured self-study documentation praised by external reviewers.

Learning Outcomes and Framework Alignment
Mapped course and program outcomes to Ontario Degree Level Expectations (ODLEs), supporting assessment, quality assurance, and future planning.

Applied Program Design and Delivery

New Program Development
Designed and guided approval for Data Science, Neuroscience, and the Master of Biotechnology Management programs at York University, aligning with university governance and quality frameworks.

Program Redesign and Renewal
Led curriculum redesign for Science and Technology Studies and Biophysics programs using evidence-informed mapping and experiential learning design.

New Campus Program Launch
Developed and launched the First-Year Science program for York’s Markham Campus, ensuring institutional and provincial alignment.

International Partnerships
Supported global degree pathways by aligning curriculum and outcomes with partner universities in China.

Teaching, Training, and Educational Resources

Instructor Resources and Inclusive Design
Authored the Faculty of Science Instructor Handbook and co-developed the EDI Course Outline Template, now used across York University. Access Resource →

Digital Teaching and Learning Hub
Designed and launched the Faculty of Science Teaching and Learning website, leading content, structure, and user experience. Visit Site →

Faculty and Teaching Assistant Training
Co-led 30 professional development sessions focused on accessibility, inclusion, active learning, assessment, and AI in education. Learn More →

Course Review and Template Design
Reviewed over 100 course outlines, creating adaptable templates that strengthened experiential learning and inclusive practices.

School and Board-Level Education Projects

Toronto District School Board Resources
Authored the Teaching and Learning Mathematics Research Series I and II, translating research into clear, classroom-ready guidance. Access Resource → Access Resource →

Accessible Course and Lab Design
Revised the Science Laboratory Assistant Handbook to make inclusive practices practical and easy to adopt.

Speaking and Knowledge Sharing

• Presented at national conferences including the Western Conference on Science Education and Teaching in Focus, sharing scalable models for accessible science education.
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