Sessional Lecturer - CTL6013H - Special Topics in Curriculum: Doctoral Level - Special Topics in C

Sessional Lecturer - CTL6013H - Special Topics in Curriculum: Doctoral Level - Special Topics in Curriculum: Doctoral Level Mixed Methods Research Design in Education

Course number and title: CTL6013H - Special Topics in Curriculum: Doctoral Level - Special Topics in Curriculum: Doctoral Level Mixed Methods Research Design in Education Course description: In this course, we take the view of MMR as a methodological paradigm. This course covers various phases of MMR, including its theoretical frameworks, research designs, strategic mixed methods sampling, data collection methods, data analysis techniques, and synthesis of research findings. This is a doctoral level course designed to serve students who plan to conduct independent research. I anticipate that students will have had prior research experience or course work in research methods, including statistical data analysis.

In this course, students should be able to:

·       Better understand their own research orientations;

·       Develop an understanding of various conceptual frameworks for mixed methods research and key differences among them;

·       Identify different types of mixed methods research design;

·       Gain knowledge and skills needed to design a study and collect data using the framework from mixed methods research.

·       Develop integrative data analytic skills required for synthesizing results from mixed methods. 

·       Apply MM research to their own inquiry interests.

Estimated TA support: No

Estimated course enrolment: 25

Class schedule: Wednesday 17:00 - 20:00

Sessional dates of appointment: 2025-09-01 - 2025-12-31

Appointment percentage: 100

Salary:

As of September 1, 2025, the minimum stipend is $9820.70 (inclusive of vacation pay) for a half credit course.

As of January 1, 2026, the minimum stipend is $9820.70 (inclusive of vacation pay) for a half credit course.

Salary may be prorated based on the appointment percentage.                                                                   

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must possess a doctorate degree in a relevant discipline and demonstrated currency and mastery of the subject area. Mastery may be demonstrated, but not limited to scholarly publications establishing expertise in the area.                                 

Preferred Qualifications: Over and above the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to individuals with prior graduate teaching experience in this area.                                 

Description of duties: Prepare, organize, and teach this half-course graduate seminar; be available to students seeking assistance between classes; evaluate and provide students with feedback on their work.

Application Procedure: Please indicate in a letter of application why you believe your experience qualifies you to teach this particular course. Please include a current CV and names of three referees in your cover-letter. If you are selected for an interview, we will notify you to provide reference letters.

Please apply at: https://hiring.oise.utoronto.ca/sl/sessional_lecturer_jobs

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail. Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement. Please note:  Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.