Dr. Man Wai Chu

Associate Professor

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Biography

Man-Wai Chu is an Associate Professor specializing in Learning Sciences at the Werklund School of Education. His teaching encompasses both graduate and undergraduate classes, focusing on research methods and learning theories. With significant experience in teaching high school science and mathematics within the Calgary Catholic School District, Dr. Chu brings practical insights into his academic endeavors. He actively engages in professional and community affiliations, including roles on review boards for Research Science Education and as an executive member of the Canadian Educational Researchers’ Association (CERA). His research interests include innovative science assessments, educational assessment, and educational technology, utilizing quantitative methods such as Hierarchical Linear Modeling and Structural Equation Modeling. Dr. Chu's current projects involve measuring cross-curricular competencies with digitally simulated science labs and exploring preservice teachers' conceptualizations of disability inclusion. He has received multiple teaching awards for his contributions to education at the University of Calgary and beyond.

Research Interests

Awards

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Teaching Award

2020-01-01
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Teaching Excellence Award

2019-01-01
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Teaching Award

2017-01-01
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Development Grant

2017-01-01
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Paper Award

2016-01-01

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
Application Checklist
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.