After completing a PhD at the University of British Columbia in 1992, she moved to Lakehead University, Ontario, Canada. Her research interests include curriculum, assessment, and gender. Currently she is director of the joint PhD Programme in Educational Studies at Brock University, Lakehead University, The University of Western Ontario, and The University of Windsor. She is also a visual art examiner in the International Baccalaureate programme. E-mail: Fiona.Blaikie@lakeheadu.ca