Dr. Magda Tigchelaar

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Magda Tigchelaar received her M.A. in French Studies from the University of Guelph and her Ph.D. in Language Studies from Michigan State University. She specializes in language writing, language assessment, and teaching methods, with a focus on genre-based language pedagogy. Her current research includes identifying relevant language tasks for writing French programs using GenAI corrective feedback. Tigchelaar teaches courses that help students develop texts published for diverse purposes and applies rigorous methods for summarizing academic articles. Her selected publications address the challenges and methodologies in language education, emphasizing task-based approaches and writing development. Tigchelaar is involved in several academic initiatives, including grants for writing course development and evaluation programs, highlighting her commitment to enhancing the language learning experience.

Research Interests

Awards

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Writing Development Initiative

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French Writing Course Development

Courses

FRE282 (Intermediate Language Practice: Written French) FRE382 (Advanced Language Practice: Written French) FSL467 (Sights, Sounds, Tastes Francophone World)

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