Dr. Aurelia Di Santo

Associate Professor

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Biography

Aurelia Di Santo is an Associate Professor in the School of Early Childhood Studies at Toronto Metropolitan University. She holds a PhD in Developmental Psychology with a specialization in Early Childhood Education from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto. Since joining the School in 2006, Aurelia has taught various courses including Curriculum Environments and Children's Rights. Her work encompasses extensive experience in early childhood settings, focusing on children’s rights, quality early childhood environments, and early years curriculum. Additionally, Aurelia has contributed to international early childhood development projects in countries such as Bolivia, Brazil, and Egypt. She is a member of Childhood Education International and the Children’s Rights Academic Network, and has participated in various advisory roles within early childhood organizations. Her research interests include children’s rights, early childhood education in emergencies, curriculum development, and the transition to school. Throughout her career, she has received several accolades including the Children’s Rights Champion Award and the Sue Williams Excellence in Teaching Award.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Toronto Metropolitan University • Toronto, ON

Teaching and research in early childhood studies, focusing on children's rights and early years curriculum.

Awards

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Children’s Rights Champion Award

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Sue Williams Excellence in Teaching Award

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Certificate of Academic Excellence

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iACT – facts. action. impact. – Spirit Award

Courses

Curriculum II: Program Planning Social Research with Children Children's Rights

Requirements for Toronto Metropolitan University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.33
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in chemical engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of Chemical Engineering