Dr. Gail Teachman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Gail Teachman is an Assistant Professor at Western University’s School of Occupational Therapy. Her research focuses on examining the social, ethical, and political contexts that shape childhood disability. She is committed to ensuring that her research informs the perspectives of children living with disabilities, facilitating their participation and inclusion in occupational activities. Her work draws on critical disability studies, childhood ethics, and occupational science, aiming to develop innovative participatory research approaches. Teachman has contributed to various publications, including studies that explore the voices of children and the nuances of their lived experiences within rehabilitation practices. She is a member of the CRED Research Lab, which focuses on childhood rehabilitation ethics.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Western University • London, Ontario, Canada

Specializes in occupational therapy, focusing on childhood disability and research methodologies that elevate children's voices.

Awards

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Doris Stuppard Leadership Award

2021-01-01
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Governor General’s Gold Medal

2016-01-01

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.