Events

Anthony J. Onwuegbuzie

On Qualitizing Revisited with Anthony J. Onwuegbuzie

Date & Time: Tuesday, January 27, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m

Where: @ the CSLP, room GA 2.221

Please register by email if you plan to attend.

This presentation revisits and expands the concept of qualitizing—the transformation of quantitative data into qualitative meaning—by reframing it as a multidimensional, interpretive, and integrative act rather than as a mere technical conversion. Building on Onwuegbuzie and Leech’s (2019) meta-framework in their article entitled, On Qualitizing, and grounded in Critical Dialectical Pluralism (CDP) 2.0, my talk will advance qualitizing as a meaning-centered process that unites numerical precision with narrative depth across research traditions. Central to this reconceptualization is my 43-profile Narrative Profiling Taxonomy, a flexible analytic system for transforming and synthesizing data through story-based representation. Further, my talk will introduce arts-based extensions that highlight the analytic, affective, and creative dimensions of integration. In re-envisioning qualitizing as a multidimensional system of meaning making, my talk will advance the integrative ideal of Onwuegbuzie and Hitchcock’s (2019) “1 + 1 = 1” integration approach, wherein data transformation becomes an act of synthesis rather than of conversion. My redefinition positions qualitizing as both a methodological and philosophical foundation for integration—transforming data into understanding and bridging precision with humanity across disciplines.

About Anthony J. Onwuegbuzie

Anthony J. Onwuegbuzie is a multiple award-winning author, A-rated researcher, methodologist, scholar, educator, thought leader, and mentor. Currently, he is a Professor Extraordinarius at the University of South Africa, Distinguished Visiting Professor at the University of Johannesburg, Program Coordinator at the University of Minnesota, and Honorary Recognised Supervisor at the University of Liverpool. With an h-index of 119 and more than 130,000 citations, he has had published more than 600 works, including more than 450 journal articles, 75 book chapters, and 6 books. He has delivered more than 1,000 presentations and 80 keynote addresses worldwide. He is editor-in-chief of both the International Journal of Multiple Research Approaches and the Journal of Mixed Methods Studies. He is a past president of the Mixed Methods International Research Association. According to the AD Scientific Index World Scientist and University Rankings 2025, within Education, in terms of h-index, he is ranked #1 in the UK, #1 in Africa, #6 in Europe, #10 in the United States, and #24 in the World. Further, Research.com recognizes him as a top-cited Social Sciences and Humanities Scientist, ranked #97 in the World. Among numerous awards, he received the 2022, 2023, and 2025 Research.com Social Sciences and Humanities Leader Awards (U.K., USA, and South Africa, respectively), the 2023 Best Researcher Award: International Academic Awards, and the 2024 Research Excellence Distinction Award: International Academic Achievements and Awards.

What Is “Probative” Evidence? What We Can (Constructively) Learn from Debates on Evidence-Based Practice in Medicine and Education

February 19, 2026, 4:00–5:00 p.m, online. Presentation in French. If you would like to attend the conference remotely, simply register using the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/vVGWCeTMBx

The creation of a National Institute of Excellence in Education marks an important step in the implementation in Québec of tools associated with the global movement toward evidence-based education, or the use of “probative data.” Much has been said about this movement and its potential effects on the teaching profession—but what does it mean in concrete terms?

Drawing on an extensive body of empirical literature in the sociology of science and professions, this conference offers reflections grounded in: (a) lived experience in medicine since the 1990s; and (b) the specific features and rapid evolution of evidence-based policies in education. As several initial concerns—such as fears of deprofessionalization—have not materialized, it becomes useful to consider how to cultivate a calm, critical curiosity that can meaningfully inform the decision-making of school teams.

Poster for the JLCC winter semester events

Japanese Language and Cultural Exchange

During the Winter 2026 semester, the Center for the Study of Learning and Performance (CSLP) is inviting the Concordia and Montréal communities to take part in a Japanese Language and Cultural Exchange, led by CSLP Student Affiliates (Ryuichi Suzuki & Vitor Yano) and the Concordia Japanese Language and Culture Community.

The weekly sessions run from January 20 to April 14, taking place every Tuesday from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the CSLP (Grey Nuns Annex (GA), Room 1.210, 1211 Saint-Mathieu St., Montreal, QC H3H 2S2). (There will be no session on March 3.)

The initiative is open to everyone, whether participants are beginners, advanced learners, or simply curious about Japanese language and culture. Participation is not limited to Concordia students, and no registration is required.

The gatherings are designed as a welcoming and inclusive space where participants can practice Japanese, explore cultural topics, and connect with others in a friendly setting. Conversations take place in pairs or small groups. While the focus is on Japanese, the use of other languages, such as English and French, is also welcome.

Anyone with questions about the exchange is encouraged to contact the organizers at concordia.jlcc@gmail.com or follow the initiative on Instagram (@jlcc.official).

Readers are also invited to check out previous Japanese language and cultural exchange initiatives supported by CSLP.

Beyond Pedagogy of the Oppressed: The Evolution of Freire's Thinking

A conversation series moderated by Vitor Yano

In this series we will discuss the work of Paulo Freire and the changes in his thoughts throughout his life, considering also the historical and political contexts he lived in, his influences and legacy. Each session will be based on one or more of his main books. Other readings by authors who influenced or were influenced by Freire may be added to discuss the formation of his ideas and his legacy.

Join us the last Friday of every month, September 2025 - May 29, 2026. Register for the series now.

Unveiling Equity Workshop Series

The Unveiling Equity series invites participants to unpack, unsettle, and critically reposition themselves from a decolonized perspective in order to engage more actively with social justice issues. Through thought-provoking discussions and reflective activities, the series challenges conventional views, encourages deeper self-awareness, and promotes meaningful action toward equity and justice. This series is designed to inspire participants to critically examine their roles and responsibilities in fostering inclusive and transformative change within their communities and professional spaces.

“The Stage as a Site of Refusal”: Art, Aesthetics, and Acts of Resistance

Date: March 2, 2026

From murals and spoken word to performance and film, this conversation explores how creative expression becomes a tool for resisting erasure, reclaiming narratives, and building collective memory. Participants will reflect on how art-based spaces offer room for healing, truth-telling, and unsettling dominant narratives — and how they can be protected from co-optation or commodification. What does it mean to practice resistance through the arts — and who gets to call it arts.

Foundational Workshops for Emerging Researchers : Methods, Voice, and Ethics

The series, Foundational Workshops for Emerging Researchers: Methods, Voice, and Ethics, is designed for both students and experienced researchers, who can bring valuable insights to the five upcoming events through their diverse perspectives. The events will explore a wide range of topics, from broad questions about research to discussions on positionality, ethnography, and the personal research journeys of both students and established academics.

Rethinking Ethnography as a Way of Knowing – Learning to use ethnography as a critical, respectful methodology

Date and Time: January 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

The third event in the series, organized by Neslihan Sriram-Uzundal, Aya Halliday, and Britney Vu, aims to explore both theoretical and practical dimensions of ethnographic research. Rooted in anthropology, ethnography has long been critiqued for its colonial legacy, epitomized by the image of the white researcher entering a faraway field and representing it back to the West. Contemporary ethnography, however, is increasingly attentive to these critiques. It seeks to disrupt extractive narratives by embracing more reflexive, collaborative, and decolonial approaches. This event brings together a series of students’ paper presentations that reflect on the evolving nature of ethnography today. Discussions will range from fundamental questions, such as “What is ethnography?” and “How do we conduct fieldwork?” to more in-depth considerations of research ethics, power dynamics, and decolonial methodologies. The session invites participants to critically rethink ethnography not just as a method, but as a way of knowing shaped by identity, history, and context.

Interrogating Our Own Work: The Art of Debating Your Research Project – Engaging with critique and building confidence in defending your ideas

Date and Time: February 11, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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The series will conclude with the event Interrogating Our Own Work: The Art of Debating Your Research Project, organized by Britney Vu. It is designed to foster open, supportive, and critical engagement with ongoing research. Too often, students work in isolation, and while conferences and symposiums offer spaces to present ideas, meaningful feedback is frequently limited by time constraints. This event aims to fill that gap by creating a safe and constructive environment for students to share their work-in-progress, receive thoughtful critique, and practice articulating and defending their research decisions. Participants will be encouraged to reflect on their methodologies, assumptions, and findings as they learn from the perspectives of others. Whether presenting an outline or a literature review, refining a dissertation chapter, preparing for a defense, or testing a new idea, this session offers a unique opportunity to interrogate one’s work in dialogue with a supportive scholarly community.

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