Dr. Jason Yip

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jason Yip is an Associate Professor at the Information School at the University of Washington. His research primarily focuses on the intersection of technology and child development, particularly how digital tools can support collaborative learning between parents and children. He serves as the co-principal investigator for a National Science Foundation Cyberlearning project that aims to design technologies that enhance science learning in neighborhoods. Additionally, he leads KidsTeam UW, a group where children aged 7 to 11 collaborate with researchers to co-design new learning technologies. Yip's work has been recognized with awards such as the Google Faculty Research Award and the Jacobs Foundation Early Career Research Fellowship. He holds a BA in Chemistry, an MS in Education, and a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, all from prestigious institutions. Yip has published extensively in high-impact journals and conferences on topics related to child-computer interaction and participatory design, contributing significantly to the field of learning sciences and technology development for youth.

Research Interests

Awards

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Paper Honorable Mention - ACM CHI Conference Human Factors Computing Systems

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DEI Recognition Award - ACM Computer Supported Collaborative Work (CSCW)

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Information School Capstone 2024 Design Award - University of Washington

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Jacobs Foundation Early Career Research Fellowship

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Google Faculty Research Award

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.