

Biography
Nina achieved her M.Ed. in Curriculum Studies from University of British Columbia. She is presently a Guidance Counselor at Pacific Academy and a Sessional Instructor in the School of Education at Trinity Western University. Previously, she was a Middle School Classroom Teacher and volunteered as a Curriculum Consultant, High School Service Trip Leader, Developmental Volleyball Coach and Outdoor Education Co-Leader. Nina is committed to: designing curriculum that is meaningful and purposeful, co-creating an inclusive, compassionate, engaged and hope-filled learning community and sharing theoretical knowledge that fosters student growth and understanding of becoming a teacher. She believes that education is a transformational journey and should inspire the heart and mind.
Research & Scholarship
Teaching and Learning, Curriculum Design and Pedagogy, Teacher Education, Critical Issues in Education, Transformational Change through Education, Cultural Connections in Education, Aims of Education and Educational Leadership
Education
M.Ed. - University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
B. Ed. - University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
B. A. - University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
Expertise
- Curriculum Design and Instruction - Approaches to Teaching and Learning - Teacher Education and Teacher Identity Formation
Courses Taught
EDUC 200 - Principles of Teaching and Learning
EDUC 321 - Curriculum Planning for Classroom
EDUC 401 - Assessment and Evaluation