Dr. Li Jen Kuo

Associate Professor

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Biography

Li-Jen Kuo is an Associate Professor in the field of Cognitive Science and Teaching & Learning at Texas A&M University. He holds a Ph.D. in Cognitive Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has completed two Master's degrees, one in Linguistics and another in Language Learning & Policy, both from the University of Illinois and Stanford University, respectively. His research interests focus on Cross-Linguistic Literacy and Cognition, examining the interplay of language learning, policy issues, and cognitive processes involved in literacy. Kuo has also held leadership roles as the Director of the World Languages Academy and the World Languages Teacher Academy at Texas A&M. His professional achievements include serving on editorial boards for key journals in the field, including the Reading Research Quarterly, and receiving notable recognitions such as the Fulbright-Hays Faculty Research Abroad Fellowship and the National Academy Education/Spencer Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship. Kuo has also been active in mentoring doctoral students and contributing to various committees within the university.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2014-08-01 — Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Associate Professor focusing on Cognitive Science and Teaching & Learning, leading research in Cross-Linguistic Literacy and Cognition.

Awards

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Fulbright-Hays Faculty Research Abroad Fellow

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National Academy Education/ Spencer Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow

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Early Career Educational Psychology Research Award

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.