Dr. Leanne Taylor

Associate Professor

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Biography

Leanne Taylor is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at Brock University, where she also chairs the Equity and Social Justice Standing Committee. With over 15 years of experience in education, Taylor focuses her research on anti-racism practices, social justice, and equity in teaching. She has developed courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels that reflect her commitment to these issues, advocating for equity practices throughout her work with various school boards. In recognition of her efforts, she received the Chancellor’s Chair for Teaching Excellence for the years 2024-2027, along with several awards for her teaching excellence from Brock University. Her publications include a co-authored book titled 'Generation Student Experiences Higher Education: Counterstories' and several journal articles exploring the complexities of marginalized youth's educational experiences in Canada. Taylor's work emphasizes the need for educational leadership that prioritizes diverse voices and fosters inclusivity in academia.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

Brock University • St. Catharines, ON, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in educational studies.

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 Education Social Justice, Power, Politics Education Introduction to Social Cultural Contexts Education: Developing Critical Language Culture, Identity Pedagogy: Advancing Lived Curriculum Theoretical Orientations Sociology Equity Studies in Education Culminating Seminar Educational Studies Equity, Diversity, Inclusion 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.