Education and Psychology
Josiane Lapierre is an educational researcher specializing in early-childhood pedagogy, holding a Ph.D. in Education Psychology. She has developed evidence-based curricula that integrate play, language development, and socio-emotional learning in preschool settings. Josiane's longitudinal studies on literacy acquisition have influenced national standards for kindergarten readiness assessments. She conducts professional development seminars on culturally responsive teaching and serves on editorial boards for leading early-education journals. She also mentors teacher-education candidates and collaborates with NGOs to implement inclusive practices in underserved communities. Her current projects explore technology-enhanced storytelling tools that support dual-language learners.