Dr. Cassie Brownell

Associate Professor

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Biography

Cassie J. Brownell is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto, specializing in children's civics, children's politics, digital literacies, early childhood education, and primary education. Her research focuses on the ways children engage with civic issues and how education can foster political understanding and participation among young learners. Through her academic work, she seeks to explore the intersection of education and technology in shaping children's learning experiences. Brownell also has a keen interest in understanding how digital tools can support educational practices in early childhood and primary settings.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology