Dr. Leanne Taylor

Associate Professor

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Biography

Leanne Taylor is an Associate Professor at Brock University, specializing in educational equity and social justice. With more than 15 years of experience in educational research, she focuses on anti-racism practices, policy, and programming. Dr. Taylor teaches courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels that cover topics such as equity, social justice, and the politics of education. As the Chair of the Faculty of Education’s Equity and Social Justice Standing Committee, she actively advocates for inclusive practices within educational settings. Dr. Taylor has received multiple awards for her teaching excellence, including the Chancellor’s Chair for Teaching Excellence from 2024 to 2027. Her recent work includes co-authoring the book 'Generation Student Experiences Higher Education: Counterstories', which examines the educational experiences of marginalized youth in Canada. Additionally, she serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of the International Society for Teacher Education. Dr. Taylor's research interests also encompass critical mixed-race theory and the sociology of education, with an aim to enhance access to postsecondary education for diverse student generations.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

Brock University • St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Studies, focusing on equity and social justice in education.

Awards

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Chancellor’s Chair for Teaching Excellence

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Brock University Distinguished Teaching Award

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Brock University Faculty of Education Award for Teaching Excellence

Courses

Teaching for Change: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion in Education Social Justice, Power and Politics in Education Introduction to Social and Cultural Contexts in Education: Developing Critical Language Culture, Identity and Pedagogy: Advancing Lived Curriculum Theoretical Orientations in Sociology of Equity Studies in Education Culminating Seminar in Educational Studies Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Intermediate/Senior Education

Requirements for Brock University

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:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.