Dr. Kimberley Smaniotto Holmes

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kimberley Smaniotto-Holmes is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary, with expertise in Curriculum, Teaching and Learning. She holds a PhD from the University of Calgary focusing on the role of mindfulness in education, along with an MA in Organizational Learning and Leadership from Royal Roads University and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Calgary. Her professional experience includes extensive roles as an English educator and Curriculum Leader in both the public and private sectors. She has a strong research focus on the intersections of mindfulness, educational neuroscience, and holistic well-being in teaching methodologies. Smaniotto-Holmes has been acknowledged for her contributions to teacher education, receiving awards such as the Teacher Education Dissertation Award from the Canadian Association of Teacher Education. She has published books and numerous articles that explore innovative approaches to education, including narrative inquiry and critical pedagogy, contributing significantly to contemporary discussions on educational practices. Her research interests encompass mental health, curriculum studies, and the role of narrative in education, reflecting her commitment to fostering compassionate and inclusive learning environments.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary • Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Teaching and research in curriculum, mindfulness, and holistic well-being.

Curriculum Leader

1997-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Calgary Board of Education • Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Led curriculum development and educational improvement initiatives.

Awards

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Teacher Education Dissertation Award

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People's Choice Award

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Student Union Excellence in Teaching Finalist

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Annette LeGrange Doctoral Scholarship

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Alberta Excellence in Teaching Award

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
Application Checklist
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.