Dr. John Willinsky

Professor

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Biography

John Willinsky is the Khosla Family Professor, Emeritus at the Graduate School of Education at Stanford University. His research spans various fields, including educational implications of knowledge systems, literary theory, curriculum theory, lexicography, and European imperialism. Throughout his career, he has focused on analyzing and altering scholarly publishing practices to understand how knowledge can become a public resource in education. As a scholar, Willinsky has developed software tools that facilitate this process, making research openly accessible. He has a significant academic background with positions at several institutions, including Pacific Press and the University of Calgary, where he served as an associate professor. His commitment to enhancing literacy, language, and historical education informs his responsibilities in various advisory committees and professional organizations. Willinsky has also played a pivotal role in international collaborations aimed at improving scholarly publishing practices throughout Latin America, Africa, and South-East Asia.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus

2007-01-01 — Present

Stanford Graduate School of Education • Stanford, California

Professor Literacy Technology

1990-01-01 — 2007-01-01

Faculty of Education, University of British Columbia •

Associate Professor Education

1984-01-01 — 1990-01-01

University of Calgary •

School Teacher

1973-01-01 — 1984-01-01

Sault Ste. Marie Board Education •

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.