Dr. Leesa Wheelahan

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Biography

Leesa Wheelahan is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto, specializing in critical realism, social realism, and sociology. Her work focuses on curriculum studies and the implications of knowledge in the context of tertiary education policy. With a strong emphasis on the relationship between theory and practice, Wheelahan's research explores how social and cultural factors influence educational outcomes. She has published extensively on the nature of knowledge and its significance within educational frameworks, aiming to bridge the gap between academic inquiry and practical application in the field of education. Her commitment to understanding the complexities of educational systems has made her a key figure in discussions surrounding curriculum and policy reforms in higher education.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology