Janice Dundas
Stouffville,ON
Summary
Dynamic Learning and Development Specialist with 23 years of experience in public and private sectors. Highly experienced in instructional design and creating learning environments that reflect the best elements of emerging technologies with an affinity for flexible, accessible, equitable and innovative learning solutions that enhance performance and drive success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Lecturer II
University of Michigan
01.2018 - Current
- Develop and deliver training at the doctoral level utilizing active learning embed in adult learning principles for remote learning contexts.
- Employ process driven evaluations resulting in revised learning programs to achieve priority alignment with a focus on transformative, person-centered learning through continuous quality improvement.
- Collaborate with faculty, staff and students to create meaningful learning experiences that are solution oriented and agile in nature.
- Select and design learning frameworks and employ a systematic approach to curriculum development that supports strategic development and meets academic objectives.
- Establish a learning culture that implements innovative learning solutions and methodologies to engage students and drive excellence .
- Develop learning materials, establish schedules, create a communication plan and determine required resources for varied courses simultaneously, giving students a flexible and accessible pathway to success.
- Implement instructional technologies through distance learning that drive engagement and support diversity in learning styles.
- Apply a systematic approach to planning, implementing and evaluating program delivery through formative and summative KPIs.
Faculty
Humber Polytechnic
01.2002 - Current
- Expert in teaching and learning, competency based learning, universal design for learning and interprofessional education across a variety of learning management systems.
- Develop and deliver training at the certificate, diploma, and degree level utilizing active learning embed in adult learning principles for on-site, hybrid, remote and distributed learning contexts.
- Demonstrate leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion including the launch of the first ever Health Science degree at a public college along with lead on multiple research projects.
- Employ process driven evaluations resulting in revised learning programs to achieve priority alignment with a focus on transformative, person-centered learning through continuous quality improvement.
- Collaborate with faculty, staff and students to create meaningful learning experiences that are solution oriented and agile in nature.
- Select and design learning frameworks and employ a systematic approach to curriculum development that supports strategic development and meets academic objectives.
- Establish a learning culture that implements innovative learning solutions and methodologies to engage students and drive excellence .
- Develop learning materials, establish schedules, create a communication plan and determine required resources for varied courses simultaneously, giving students a flexible and accessible pathway to success.
- Implement instructional technologies through distance learning that drive engagement and support diversity in learning styles.
- Apply a systematic approach to planning, implementing and evaluating program delivery through formative and summative KPIs.
- Demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills.
Consultant Director
Arrow Entrepreneur
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Liaised with members and the management team to better understand program needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Established best practices for program delivery for entrepreneurs across Canada.
- Developed the program design, curriculum mapping, instructional materials and a digital platform for learning materials and interactive experiences.
- Managed communication with approximately 20 trainers and guests over the course of the year's session.
- Established and managed budgetary expenditures for the program delivery.
- Provided oversight to venues utilized monthly during on-site training sessions.
- Developed content for weekly social media distribution.
- Responded to media for written information regarding Arrow Entrepreneur.
Faculty Advisor
Humber Polytechnic
12.2002 - 08.2020
- Established critical pathways for full-time and part-time faculty in their professional development.
- Delivered on-site and remote training for approximately 30 faculty yearly in a variety of contexts including digital innovation, student feedback, curriculum design and communication for excellence.
- Provided comprehensive curriculum reviews and classroom observations to support college wide pursuit of engagement and excellence.
- Assisted full-time and part-time faculty. with the integration of technology and universal design for learning in both curriculum design and delivery.
- Developed remote delivery modules of the Teaching Effectiveness Certificate.
Consultant for Learning and Development
Toronto Police Academy
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Facilitated learning experiences with faculty in the Police Academy, who were presently involved in teaching new recruits, on best practices in curriculum design, delivery and leadership.
- Developed a unique 10-week Teaching Effectiveness Certificate for deployment at the Police Academy based on learning gaps and potential opportunities identified by the Academy.
- Created learning materials, instructional guides, lesson plans and active learning techniques to support an interactive and collaborative framework for training.
Program Coordinator
Humber Polytechnic
01.2002 - 12.2019
- Developed proposals and operational plans that supported program implementation and revision in alignment with institutional, professional and learning priorities.
- Established program vision, mission and objectives in consultation with senior leadership, staff, faculty and advisory board.
- Monitored program content and conformance to quality program standards through a systematic process of planning, implementing and evaluating.
- Developed and recommended policies and procedures for evaluating program outcomes.
- Facilitated program delivery by coordinating resources and deliverables between departments.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance.
- Improved program offerings based on changing trends, student feedback and suggestions from key stake holders through the development of new learning initiatives and evaluations.
- Oversaw faculty hiring, faculty and student schedules, program budgets and resource allocation to support program demands.
- Supported the professional development of program faculty and staff through development opportunities and training.
- Established a mentoring platform for leadership development within the program.
- Constructed a program accreditation document format that was adopted for utilization among all programs across Canada. Volunteered to be the pilot program for accreditation and was awarded the highest status in 2012. A subsequent submission in 2018 was also awarded the highest status.
Education
Doctor of Science - Neuroscience Specialization
University of Michigan
Flint, MIMaster of Arts - Adult Education
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MIBachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Toronto
Toronto, ONLeadership Certificate -
Health Leader's Institute
Toronto, ONTeaching Certificate - Higher Education Teaching Program Certificate
Humber Polytechnic
Toronto, ONSkills
- Training and Analysis
- Performance Management
- Instructional Design
- E-Learning Development
- Curriculum development
Selected Publications
Dundas, J., (2020). The ABCDEs of Melanoma and Their Applicability to the Field of
Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy, pzaa051. https://doi.org/10.1093/ptj/pzaa051
Selected Keynote Addresses and Invited Presentations
Dundas J. (2025). Transforming Professional Identity: Assessing Interprofessional
Growth Through Structured Educational Curricula. Poster presentation:
Innovations Conference, March 9 – 12, San Antonio, Tx.
Dundas J. (2017). Concurrent Effects of Exercise on Memory in Comparison
to Traditional Quiet Study. Platform presentation: World Confederation for
Physical Therapists Congress, July 2 – 4, Cape Town, South Africa.
Dundas, J. (2016). Concurrent Effects of Exercise Versus Traditional Quiet Study
on Memory. Poster presentation: Innovations Conference, March 20-23, Chicago, IL.
Dundas J. (2016). Exercise and Memory Makes Learning Become a Good Fit.
Conference research presentation: STLHE Conference, June 21-24, London, Ont.
Dundas J. (2014). Neuroscience Orientation. Keynote address: Trillium Health
Partners Educational Seminar Day, May 11, Toronto, Ont.
Dundas J. and Gallant, R. (2012). Strategies for Providing Effective Feedback.
Teaching Techniques and Strategies: Humber Polytechnic Centre for Teaching and
Learning, March 21, Toronto, Ont.
Dundas J. and Bolf, R. (2011). Faculty Reflections on SFQs (Student Feedback
Questionnaires): Humber Polytechnic Centre for Teaching and Learning, October 25,
Toronto, Ont.
Dundas, J. & Dickinson, D. (2008). Role of the Facilitator in an Interprofessional
Education Working Group, Facilitator Guide.
Timeline
Consultant Director
Arrow Entrepreneur
09.2022 - 05.2023
Consultant for Learning and Development
Toronto Police Academy
09.2019 - 12.2019
Lecturer II
University of Michigan
01.2018 - Current
Faculty Advisor
Humber Polytechnic
12.2002 - 08.2020
Faculty
Humber Polytechnic
01.2002 - Current
Program Coordinator
Humber Polytechnic
01.2002 - 12.2019
Doctor of Science - Neuroscience Specialization
University of Michigan
Master of Arts - Adult Education
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Toronto
Leadership Certificate -
Health Leader's Institute
Teaching Certificate - Higher Education Teaching Program Certificate
Humber Polytechnic
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