Dr. Sharon Stein

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sharon Stein is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Studies at the University of British Columbia, focusing on decolonial education and ecological sustainability. Her research navigates the intersections of climate change, colonialism, and education, emphasizing a relational and reparative approach. With projects like 'Decolonial Systems Literacy: Navigating 'Wicked' Social Ecological Problems', Stein explores how education can equip communities to tackle intensifying social and ecological crises. She has been awarded a SSHRC Insight Grant supporting collaborative research-creation projects and is the author of several influential publications addressing the challenges of integrating decolonial practices into higher education. Stein's work articulates a vision for education that transcends traditional paradigms, advocating for an ethical engagement with Indigenous and Western sciences. Her recent publications include articles in leading educational journals, reflecting her commitment to fostering critical and socially responsible educational practices. Stein actively collaborates within various research collectives and is a thought leader in the field of critical, decolonial education, seeking to transform conventional understandings of higher education and its role in social justice.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-09-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Teaching and research in the field of Educational Studies, with a focus on decolonial and ecological approaches.

Requirements for University of British Columbia

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:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.