Dr. Marie Josée Berger

Professor

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Biography

Marie-Josée Berger is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Education at the University of Ottawa. With expertise in reading, she has worked in teaching and learning assessment and professional development, especially in minority settings. She was involved in the Reading Improvement Project, which focused on assisting low-performing schools develop effective reading strategies. Additionally, she contributed to the report Literacy 2005, which has become a vital implementation tool for promoting inclusion in schools. Berger’s research includes examination of pedagogical assessment practices related to literacy and numeracy, particularly in the context of diversity, as indicated by her focus on 'Diversité culturelle et littératies multiples'. She is also a member of the Ontario Minister of Education's Permanent Task Force. Currently, she collaborates with a team of researchers on issues pertaining to the Newcomer Support Program (NSP). Her research interests include language proficiency evaluation, program evaluation, reflective practice, and effective teaching and learning methods.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History