4 April 2024

13:30 – 15:05

Amphi 4

Jolyane Damphousse

Jolyane Damphousse is a doctoral student in education at the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières. As a lecturer, she teaches science and technology didactics to elementary and secondary students. She is also a research officer for the Chaire d’excellence en enseignement UQTR sur l’appropriation de questions technoscientifiques d’actualité. She holds a bachelor’s degree in secondary teaching, science and technology profile (2015) and a master’s degree in education, didactics profile (2017). She is a recipient of the Fonds de recherche du Québec – Société et culture (FRQSC) doctoral and research reintegration bursary (2017), the Lieutenant-Governor’s Youth Medal (2019) and the Prix de la relève en enseignement de l’UQTR (2023). Her main research focuses on teachers’ conceptions of the nature of technology, the technological analysis approach and the use of children’s books to teach technology.

Debate: Energy sobriety imposed or not?

Do you want to dive into the heart of the debate on energy sobriety? Should it be imposed or left to free adoption? Join five graduate students, representing diverse disciplines, for an in-depth exploration of issues related to the energy transition. What are the arguments in favor of imposing energy sobriety? How do they justify the urgency of acting in the face of the climate crisis? Conversely, what are the arguments in favor of individual freedom in this area? How do they highlight the possibilities offered by technological innovation? Expect passionate discussions and innovative ideas that will enrich your understanding of contemporary energy challenges. How will this diversity of disciplines will influence the discussion? What social, economic and environmental aspects of energy sobriety will be addressed? What actions can be considered to respond to these challenges effectively and equitably? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore these crucial questions and participate in an essential debate for the future of energy and our society.