Dr. Liam Magee

Professor

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Biography

Liam Magee is a Professor in Education Policy, Organization, and Leadership at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. He completed his Ph.D. in Global Studies and Social Sciences Planning at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia, after earning a Bachelor of Arts in English Philosophy from the University of Melbourne. His research interests intersect technology and education, exploring how technology reshapes learning environments and society. He teaches courses on machine learning in education, focusing on the differences between machine and human learning, as well as the implications of artificial intelligence and learning analytics in educational contexts. His extensive experience includes specialized investigations into educational improvement and policy studies, covering historical, philosophical, and comparative education perspectives. Magee's contributions to the field are reflected in his involvement in various academic and educational initiatives, underlining his commitment to advancing educational practices through innovative technologies.

Research Interests

Courses

EPOL 479: Machine Learning Human Learning EPOL 490: Special Study and Investigation EPOL 480: Technology Educational Reform

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.