Adjunct Instructor
Dr. Rushubirwa completed his Bachelor of Education at the University of Dar-Es-Salaam in 1992. He earned a master’s in education administration and a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction (Instructional major) from Ohio University, USA. Additionally, he obtained certificates in Teaching, Adult Teaching, as well as diplomas in Social Education, and Psychology, and Social Work.
Dr. Leonce has taught for more than 40 years. In his native Tanzania, he taught in the primary schools, secondary, and colleges. He has taught at Ohio University, Louisiana State University, Indiana University Bloomington, University of Kansas in USA, University of Alberta, and University of KwaZulu Natal in South Africa. As an Associate Faculty, he is currently (since 2019) teaching at City University, Settle University, Edmonton Campus teaching Masters in counselling students. He teaches in the Community Studies Programs, Faculty of Arts and Sciences at NorQuest College. For over 20 years, he has been working with people with disabilities, a job from which he learns something new every day. He finds fulfillment in witnessing his clients reach their full potentials. He has co-authored three books in the past and is currently working on an Introduction to Community Support worker, based on Open Educational Resources (OER). Additionally, he has published numerous articles in academic journals.
His approach to teaching and working with clients emphasizes on student/person centered approach, client/student development, critical thinking, reflection, and individuality. By integrating theory and practice through interactive activities and methods, he tailors his teaching and client support techniques to match their interests, while valuing trust. He combines technology with traditional teaching methods to establish a secure and stimulating learning atmosphere. Employing a client/student-centered strategy, he functions as a facilitator, encouraging students/clients to take charge of their learning process.