Deborah Shannon

Professor of Communications
Deborah Shannon

I’ve taught in many areas of the college, including for the International Education Centre and Academic Upgrading. I now teach Communications courses for the School of Business, Hospitality, and Media Arts.  I primarily teach the CS 050 College Writing course for first year students and the CS 106 Intercultural Business Communications course for post-diploma courses in the health, marketing, and business fields.

My insight & words of advice regarding this field of study

I especially enjoy teaching the 050 and 106 courses as I believe that strong literacy, critical thinking, and cross-cultural communication skills are essential for our students’ success in the workplace and also in their roles as community leaders and global citizens. These courses have been designed to help students navigate writing assignments in their college courses and to foster critical reading and thinking skills that will serve them well beyond graduation.

How/Why I Become a Teacher

My teaching career really started when I moved to South Korea after graduation. I discovered that I really loved planning interactive lessons that motivated my students to be active participants in class.

My Educational Background & Qualifications:

  • HBA and MA English Literature, Lakehead University
  • Certificate in Teaching English Language to Adults (CELTA), Cambridge
  • TESL Canada Federation Professional Certificate (Standard One, Permanent)
  • Aboriginal Canadian Relations Certificate, Confederation College

Awards & Recognition:

  • Innovative Teaching Award, Confederation College TLC