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Professor Dr. Joanna Mcgrenere

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Biography

Joanna McGrenere is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of British Columbia. She holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of Western Ontario, an M.Sc. from the University of British Columbia, and a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto. Since joining UBC in 2002, she has progressed from Assistant Professor to Professor, with research interests primarily in Human-Computer Interaction. Her work includes focused areas like personalized user interfaces, universal usability, and the design of interactive technologies catering to older users and those with cognitive disorders. She has also contributed significantly to Computer Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW) and employs a mix of qualitative and quantitative methodologies in her evaluations. McGrenere's involvement extends beyond academia, having been a Visiting Scientist at IBM Centre Advanced Studies and engaging in various research groups dedicated to enhancing the user experience through multimodal interaction. She is dedicated to advancing the field of HCI through her teaching and research pursuits.

Research Interests

Human-Computer Interaction Human‐AI Interaction Personalized User Interfaces Universal Usability Computer Supported Cooperative Work

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Engaged in teaching and research within the Department of Computer Science.

Associate Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Contributing to advanced research areas in Human-Computer Interaction.

Visiting Scientist

— Present

IBM Centre Advanced Studies •

Engaged in collaborative projects advancing technology and user experiences.

Courses

CPSC_V 444 - Advanced Methods Human Computer Interaction CPSC_V 110 - Computation, Programs, Programming CPSC_V 544 - Human Computer Interaction CPSC_V 554M - Topics Human-Computer Interaction

Requirements for University of British Columbia

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:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science

Application Checklist

  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency

Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.