Teaching

Teaching interests: African History (pre-modern and modern periods), Islam in sub-Saharan Africa, Digital Humanities, West African history.
fall 2020 undergraduate The African Past University of Ottawa (Canada) An introduction to the major themes and debates in African history, from ancient empires to colonial rule and independence. Syllabus PDF ↗
spring 2020 undergraduate Francophone West Africa University of Florida (United States) From the French conquest in the 19th century to the emergence of jihadi groups in the Sahel today, this course traces how colonial rule and its aftermath have shaped francophone West Africa, using case studies from lesser-known countries such as Burkina Faso, Benin and Togo. Syllabus PDF ↗
8 sections; fall 2013-winter 2018 undergraduate Dissertation historique [Historical writing] Université Laval (Canada) Guidance and workshops on research methodologies and the craft of historical writing.
Invited talks Guest Lecturer Various Institutions A list of invited talks and lectures delivered at various academic institutions. View list →