Professor Dr. Marc Saurette

Biography

Marc Saurette is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at Carleton University, specializing in Medieval History, Historical Game Studies, and Digital Manuscript Studies. He holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours from the University of Manitoba, a Master’s degree from the University of Toronto, and a Ph.D. from the same institution. His teaching focuses on demystifying the medieval era and integrating modern pedagogical methods, including game-based learning. Saurette has developed role-playing games aimed at enhancing the learning experience of medieval studies. He encourages critical analysis of representations of the past in video games and examines the pedagogical implications of these historical representations. His research interests include the literary output of twelfth-century monks from Cluny during a time of significant communication transformation, including the works of figures like Peter Venerable and Richard of Poitiers. Saurette is also engaged with recent initiatives aimed at gaming in educational contexts, contributing to workshops and community practices at Carleton. His recognition includes multiple teaching awards, such as the Provost’s Teaching Achievement Award and grants to support research and pedagogical development.

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