Janice Aurini
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Dr. Janice Aurini is a leading scholar in the sociology of education, whose work critically examines educational inequalities, school choice, and the evolving nature of teaching and learning. Her research is distinguished by a deep commitment to understanding how institutional structures and family strategies shape student outcomes, particularly within the contexts of standardized testing and the rise of supplementary education. A major contribution is her foundational work on the "shadow education" system, where she has documented how private tutoring and enrichment activities both reflect and exacerbate social stratification. Her highly cited studies, including her work on the qualitative dimensions of educational decision-making, have amassed hundreds of citations, solidifying her influence in the field. Notably, her recent, forward-looking research explores the practical integration of robotics in classrooms to foster STEM and 21st-century competencies, drawing on extensive observations and interviews with over 130 teachers and dozens of students in Ontario. This work demonstrates her ongoing commitment to bridging rigorous sociological analysis with actionable, evidence-based recommendations for educators and policymakers.
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