Dr. Amin Mousavi

Associate Professor

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Biography

Amin Mousavi is an Associate Professor and Department Head in the Department of Educational Psychology and Special Education at the University of Saskatchewan. His research focuses on educational psychological measurement, particularly in the areas of psychometrics and statistical modeling. His expertise encompasses various methodologies including structural equation modeling, latent variable modeling, and multilevel modeling, particularly in the context of educational data mining. He has published extensively on themes such as psychometric instrument development and educational measurement. An advocate of quantitative research methods, he has been involved in numerous projects that aim to enhance assessment literacy and educational assessment in higher education. Dr. Mousavi teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses, including research methods and advanced statistical research methods, and supervises graduate students pursuing their Master's and Doctoral degrees. He has served in leadership roles within professional educational associations, exemplifying his commitment to advancing research and thought in the field of education.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor, Department Head

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Saskatchewan • Saskatoon, SK

Leading research initiatives and teaching courses related to educational psychology and assessment.

Courses

EPSE 202 – Psychological Basis of Teaching and Learning EPSE 348 – Essentials of Assessing Student Learning EPSE 411 – Inquiry Education ERES 800 - Research Methods Introductory ERES 841 - Advanced Statistical Research Methods EPSE 843 - Theory of Educational Psychological Measurement

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.