Dr. James Pustejovsky

Associate Professor

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Biography

James Pustejovsky is an Associate Professor and Area Chair of Quantitative Methods at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He holds a PhD in Statistics from Northwestern University, awarded in 2013, and a BA in Economics from Boston College, obtained in 2003. His research focuses on the development of statistical methodologies aimed at enhancing educational and social science research. He is particularly known for his work in meta-analysis, where he explores various statistical techniques for quantifying and synthesizing evidence drawn from primary studies. Pustejovsky has developed innovative methods for addressing issues like publication bias and has collaborated extensively with researchers on large-scale synthesis studies. His expertise includes causal inference methods and robust statistical techniques. He has published numerous articles in respected journals and regularly presents his findings at national and international conferences, contributing significantly to the field of educational research methodology.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Wisconsin-Madison • Madison, WI

Teaching and conducting research in educational psychology with a focus on quantitative methods.

Awards

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Early Career Award

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Outstanding Quantitative Dissertation

Requirements for University of Wisconsin–Madison

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Programming experience (Data Structures, Machine Organization) One year college-level calculus
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV/Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Sciences