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SIM Researchers Receive SSHRC Knowledge Synthesis Awards

Posted by SIM on June 19, 2015 in Research, News

A number of SIM students and faculty received funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) to conduct knowledge synthesis projects that will answer the question: What new ways of learning, particularly in higher education, will Canadians need to thrive in an evolving society and labour market? 

1. Faculty member, Joyline Makani and MLIS graduate (2015), Alieda Blandford for their work on the project "Strengthening Deeper Learning through Virtual Teams in E-Learning: A Synthesis of Determinants and Best Practices".

2. Faculty member, Mike Smit, MLIS student Chantel Ridsdale, and MLIS graduate (2015) James Rothwell for their work on the project "Strategies and Best Practices for Data Literacy Education".

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Congratulations to all on this wonderful accomplishment!