Dr. Eamonn Callan

Professor

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Biography

Eamonn Callan is a Professor Emeritus at the Graduate School of Education at Stanford University, where he has been a faculty member since 1999. His academic work primarily draws from contemporary moral and political theory, focusing on civic moral education and the application of theories of justice and democracy to problems related to educational policy and practice. Previously, Callan served as the Associate Dean for Student Affairs at Stanford and held various academic appointments, including Assistant Professor and Associate Professor of Education. He completed his PhD in Philosophy at the University of Alberta in 1982 and has published extensively on topics concerning ethical civic dimensions in education and multicultural education, as well as minority rights education. His commitment to education is evident in his diverse teaching portfolio, covering a wide range of courses aimed at cultivating a deeper understanding of educational practices and policies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1999-01-01 — Present

Graduate School of Education • Stanford University

Professor in the Graduate School of Education focusing on moral and political theories in education.

Associate Dean for Student Affairs

2008-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford

Responsible for overseeing student affairs within the Graduate School of Education.

Associate Professor

1991-01-01 — 1996-01-01

Graduate School of Education • Stanford University

Taught various courses in education as an Associate Professor.

Assistant Professor

1989-01-01 — 1991-01-01

Graduate School of Education • Stanford University

Worked as an Assistant Professor focusing on education methodologies.

Mactaggart Fellow, Assistant Professor

1984-01-01 — 1989-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford

Conducted research and taught as an assistant professor.

Sessional Lecturer

1982-01-01 — 1984-01-01

University of Alberta • Alberta

Delivered lectures and guided students in various educational subjects.

Courses

EDUC 480 EDUC 180 EDUC 490 EDUC 190 MTL 398 EDUC 140 EDUC 185 EDUC 470 MTL 390 MTL 399 EDUC 380

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.