FEATURES
SEED AND CULTIVATE RESEARCH & INNOVATION FUNDS FOR EMERGING AND SEASONED RESEARCHERS SoTL REDEFINED By Anju Kakkar and Camila Perez-Pena AT THE OFFICE OF RESEARCH & INNOVATION (ORI), we understand that the work of faculty is divided into four independent functions or scholarships which, as described by Ernest L. Boyer in his Model of Scholarship (1996), are interconnected and consolidate the holistic approach of their role as educators. The Scholarship of Discovery allows faculty to explore the world around them and gain knowledge by conducting research. This is followed by the Scholarship of Application, in which insights are applied in a practical manner to solve real-life problems. The Scholarship of Integration allows faculty to capitalize on the diversity of disciplines, knowledge and skills by connecting them in meaningful and substantial ways. Finally, the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) invites educators to reflect on their teaching in every aspect of their scholarly life. Humber’s SoTL was incorporated into the Office of Research & Innovation (ORI) family on 1st April, 2021. We acknowledge that our goal and promise to our community is to welcome research and teaching as two functions that build on each other. These two functions are equally important to enrich the development and growth of faculty members’ journey as researchers and educators. The ORI team thrives on encouraging reflective and critical thinking by understanding and communicating that regardless of how research or teaching is being conducted, what is truly valuable for both teachers and students alike, is the opportunity to build new knowledge, to experience a novel
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