Dr. Caroline Lebrec

Biography

Caroline Lebrec is an Assistant Professor in Teaching French, Hispanic & Italian Studies at the University of British Columbia. She holds a PhD in French Studies from the University of Toronto, completed in 2012, and a Master 2 in Comparative Literature from the University of Paris III Sorbonne-Nouvelle. Her research interests encompass the evolving dynamics of language within the context of the information economy, sustainability, and transnationalism. Caroline is actively involved in developing educational resources, including a textbook series aimed at adapting the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages to the diverse francophone communities in Canada, including indigenous populations. She is also engaged in experiential learning initiatives that facilitate student interaction with these communities. Her current scholarly work critiques the representation of gender in French literature, focusing specifically on Anne Garréta’s novel Sphinx. Additionally, Caroline has contributed to various academic publications, including her book titled "Combinatoires ludiques: littérature, contrainte et mathématique," published by Peter Lang in 2020. She is dedicated to advancing educational leadership, inclusive pedagogy, and collaborative writing practices.

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