Research - Event - 2025 MT Research Conference

2025 Master of Teaching Research Conference (MTRC)
The 2025 Master of Teaching Research Conference (MTRC) will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2025 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at OISE, University of Toronto. This annual event serves as a cornerstone for the Master of Teaching (MT) program, offering a dynamic platform for research dissemination, professional growth, and academic engagement among our future teacher candidates and the broader MT community.
The conference will commence with a Welcome Address from OISE and CTL Leadership and a Keynote by Bishop Owis, titled: "Constellating Care: On the Periphery of Possibilities." The program will feature Year 2 students presenting their research papers in morning and afternoon sessions, while Year 1 students will participate in the 3-Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition, showcasing their emerging inquiries. The event will conclude with a Closing Ceremony and Reception for Year 2 students and MT Faculty in the OISE Library.
We look forward to welcoming the MT community as we support and celebrate the research contributions of our teacher candidates!

The Master of Teaching Research Conference is exclusively for the Master of Teaching program community at OISE. All MT students are required to register. REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Conference Essentials

Please refer to the online program for live updates to conference details

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Research Paper Presentations by Year 2 MT Students
(10AM-12PM)
(2PM-4PM)
MTRC Conference Agenda
TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
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9:00 AM - 09:50 AM | WELCOME & KEYNOTE ADDRESS | OISE Auditorium |
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | MORNING RESEARCH PAPER SESSIONS | Please refer to the MTRC Conference Program |
12:10 PM - 1:50 PM | 3-MINUTE THESIS (3MT) COMPETITION | OISE Auditorium |
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | AFTERNOON RESEARCH PAPER SESSIONS | Please refer to the MTRC Conference Program |
4:10 PM - 5:00 PM | CLOSING & RECEPTION | OISE Library |
Please refer to the online program document for live updates
* Due to space limitations, this event can only accommodate Year 1 students. Year 2 students are encouraged to plan a lunch or other social time nearby in their cohorts.
** Due to space limitations, this event can only accommodate Year 2 students and faculty.
3-Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition
The Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is an academic research communication competition originally developed by The University of Queensland (UQ), Australia. At the Master of Teaching Research Conference, Year 1 Master of Teaching students, nominated by their cohorts, will participate in the and present their research in just three minutes using a single static PowerPoint slide. Their audience will consist of their Year 1 peers.
A will determine the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners of the 3MT. Additionally, the Cohort Spirit Award will be presented to the cohort that demonstrates the most team spirit.
This year's 3MT will be emceed by , an educator, coach, and instructor in the Master of Teaching Program.
# | Cohort | Nominee | Presentation Title |
1 | BFEP 120 | Jada-Faye Hughton | Teacher Gossip, Black Students, and Professional Discretion |
2 | PJ 131 | Andrea Schneider | Fat Chance: Addressing Weight Bias in Schools |
3 | PJ 141 | Maddy Matthews | Girls Make Stuff: Cultural Production and Self-Identity |
4 | PJ 151 | Jacob Gabayni | Burnout to Breakdown: The Endemic of Exhaustion |
5 | PJ 161 | Bianca Vallesi | Empowering Teachers to Tackle Disordered Eating in Students |
6 | PJ 171 | Risha Raythatha | Shattered Reflections: How Educators Can Help Combat Poor Body Image in Elementary Students |
7 | PJ 181 | Nicole Giang | Culturally Relevant and Responsive Pedagogy for Indigenous Students |
8 | JI 132 | Ryan Cho | Colouring In The Outdoors: Exploring Anti-Racism in Outdoor Education |
9 | JI 142 | Alexander (Al) David Christian Gillespie-Muzyk | Manospheres of Influence |
10 | JI 152 | Malak Almuzaini | Integrating Current Political Issues in Education |
11 | IS 133 | Samuel (Sam) Russell | Reimagining the Language Landscape |
12 | IS 143 | Hannah Chown | The Power of Yet: The Role of Growth Mindset Strategies in Enhancing Student Resilience, Engagement and Comfort with Mistakes |
13 | IS 153 | Jenna Borden | Math Anxiety |
14 | IS 163 | Marc Blanchard | Mercy Me, The (Reading) Ecology |
15 | IS 173 | Christine Berg | How Theatre Heals |
2025 MTRC 3-Minute Research Competition Winners
1st Place:
Ryan Cho (J/I 132)
2nd Place:
Jada-Faye Hughton (BFEP 120)
3rd Place:
Andrea Schneider (P/J 131)
Cohort Spirit Award:
P/J 171
Frequently Asked Questions and Helpful Information
For Year 2 Master of Teaching students presenting their research papers at either the morning or afternoon sessions, the deadline to submit your presentation is Friday, February 14, 2025.
Instructions on how to submit your research presentation:
- Visit the on the CTL Student Portal
- Login with your UofT credentials to access the submissions page
- Select either the morning sessions (1-31) or afternoon sessions (32-60)
- Locate the submission form associated with your session
- Click on the 'Presentation Submission Form' button
- Once on the form, upload your presentation and hit 'Submit'
It’s completely normal to feel anxious about presenting, especially in a formal setting. Many students experience similar feelings, and the good news is that there are ways to prepare and build confidence. The CTL Student Experience & Equity (SEE) Team is here to help and is hosting 2 drop-in sessions for students seeking support prior to the conference:
MTRC Group Support & Chat Drop-In Sessions
- Monday, February 10, 2025 | 12:15 pm -12:45 pm | 11-115
- Wednesday, February 12, 2025 | 12:15 pm -12:45 pm | 11-115
If you require one-on-one support you can with Máiri McKenna Edwards, CTL's Student Experience & Equity Coordinator, or email mairi.mckennaedwards@utoronto.ca
For additional resources, visit the page.
Movement involved
Students will attend events in the OISE Auditorium (Ground Floor) and in various rooms across OISE (252 Bloor Street W), The Faculty of Social Work (246 Bloor Street W) or UTS (371 Bloor Street W) for the research paper sessions. Year 2 students are invited to attend the closing reception in the OISE Library. Session locations are available on the conference program. If you require accommodations for access to any of the scheduled events, please indicate this on your registration form.
Participation Expectations
Participants are expected to attend in person and to present at their specified sessions.
Reserved Seating
Reserved seating in the OISE Auditorium or OISE Library can be provided upon request.
Materials
Details about the materials necessary to present at your session will be provided in a follow-up communication
Privacy
Events at the 2025 MT Research Conference will take place in areas where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. Captured media may be used for educational, promotional, and marketing purposes. If you prefer not to be recorded, please speak with a CTL staff member upon arrival.
Accessible Building Entrances
Surface-Level Entrance (Bloor Street West)
The main entrance to OISE is on the west side of the building, beneath the large OISE sign, and is fully accessible. A ramp with a handrail, located to the right of the steps, leads to a walkway that brings you to the main doors. There are push buttons to open both sets of doors for easy access.
TTC Subway/Underground Entrance
OISE is located above the St. George TTC subway station, with direct access from the Bedford Road exit. The station features elevators connecting the platform to the concourse level. From the concourse, a ramp leads to an accessible door with push buttons, providing entry into OISE. Once inside, elevators are available on the left for access to all floors.
Single Stall, All-Gender and Accessible Washrooms
Floor | Location | Accessibility Features |
Ground | G-149A, OISE Library | |
Ground | Lobby | |
5th | 5-200, Located near the kitchenette | Baby change table available |
8th | 8-299, Located in the west corridor | Large change table available |
12th | 12-297B, Located beside the elevators | Fully-accessible adult change table available |
12th | 12-130, Nexus Lounge |
Elevators
All floors of the OISE building are accessible via the central elevator system.
Fire Safety: In the event of a fire alarm, elevators will be temporarily out of service. If you need assistance exiting the building, please contact Campus Safety at 416-978-2222. Emergency phones are located in each elevator lobby. Fire alarms are both visual and audible, with flashing lights and ringing bells.
Reflection Space and Ablution Rooms
The OISE building has available a reflection space and ablution rooms.
Reflection Space
- Room 3-210 (3rd floor corridor toward the Library)
Ablution Rooms
- Women's - Room 5-302 (Near washrooms)
- Men's - Room 12-302 (Near washrooms)
Accommodations for Accessibility
Please submit requests for accessibility accommodations in the registration form. These include but are not limited to: Physical accommodations (wheelchair accessibility, seating), Digital accommodations (ASL interpreter, live captioning), Dietary considerations (food allergies/sensitivities, vegan/vegetarian)
Questions about grading, extensions etc.?
Please contact your research course instructors.
Conference Registration Inquiries?
Please reach out to Lisa Juan, Communications & Events Coordinator at lisa.juan@utoronto.ca
Questions about 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition?
Please reach out to Amelia Ainsworth, Research & Project Coordinator at amelia.ainsworth@utoronto.ca
Questions about conference scheduling?
Please contact Angela Vemic, MT Research Coordinator at angela.vemic@utoronto.ca