Prof. Dr. Karen Magro is a full professor of education at the University of Winnipeg, Canada. Her research and teaching focuses on English language arts education, the psychology of teaching and learning, transformative learning theory, creative learning, artistic pedagogies, and global competencies. Karen has taught nationally and internationally for over 40 years. Her most research book is The Emerald handbook on teaching global competencies: Theoretical perspectives and practical applications inside and outside the classroom (Magro, Ed., 2026, Emerald Publishing Limited).