Dr. Alex Koo

Associate Professor

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Biography

Alex completed his PhD in the History and Philosophy of Science and Technology at the University of Toronto in 2015, focusing on indispensability arguments in mathematical realism. His research has expanded to encompass broader issues related to the application of mathematics in science, scientific inference, and scientific realism. Additionally, Alex is dedicated to developing new pedagogical strategies for larger courses within the Department of Philosophy. He has revamped the PHL245H: Modern Symbolic Logic course into a hybrid flipped format and initiated a Logic Lab, implementing teaching technologies such as PeerScholar, Crowdmark, and Mentimeter in his courses. In his contemplation of the nature of numbers, Alex enjoys playing ultimate frisbee, fixing bikes, and exploring the culinary offerings of the city.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology