Dr. Darryl Hunter

Professor

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Biography

Darryl Hunter is a Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta, specializing in Educational Policy Studies. With extensive experience as a teacher and school administrator across three Canadian provinces, Hunter focuses on the links between public policy-making and assessment/evaluation within the educational sector. His current research interests include evidence-informed decision-making, statistical financial literacy, and Canadian educational case law, aiming to influence policy formation and implementation processes. He has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters addressing issues such as differentiated evaluation in schools, the intersection of curriculum and truth reconciliation, and the role of statistics in educational administration. Hunter's scholarly activities include leading research projects on professional practices in education, and he has received funding for investigations concerning school administrators' understanding of statistical concepts. He is known for his commitment to enhancing educational practices and governance through rigorous academic inquiry and has contributed significant insights into how educational policies affect teaching and learning environments.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-09-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching and conducting research in educational policy and administration, focusing on public policy, assessment, and legal aspects of education.

Courses

EDPS 410 EDPS 581 EDPS 580 EDPS 635 EDPS 553 EDPS 680 EDU 520 EDPS 511 EDPS 512

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management