Dr. Michele Jacobsen

Professor

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Biography

Michele Jacobsen is a Professor in Learning Sciences at the University of Calgary. Her research focuses on design, learning technology, grant research, National Community Practice, Graduate Supervision, and the graduate student experience. Jacobsen has published extensively, contributing to 395 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and conference presentations, along with 215+ blog posts and five books. She emphasizes design-based learning and technology in K-12 and post-secondary healthcare contexts. Jacobsen has supervised numerous doctoral and master's students, ensuring successful research outcomes. She is an award-winning educator, honored with 17 accolades including the 2023 Distinguished Lecture Award and the 2021 Research Excellence Award from her faculty. Furthermore, she has held leadership positions in various educational associations and chaired committees that promote educational advancement and research.

Research Interests

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
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  • 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.