Dr. Tamara Van Gog

Professor

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Biography

Tamara van Gog is a Professor in Educational Sciences at Utrecht University, recognized for her expertise in Learning and Instruction. She coordinates the research program section Education and leads the Research Master Educational Sciences focusing on Learning Interaction. Tamara holds a PhD in Developmental Educational Psychology from Tilburg University and has held positions at various prestigious institutions, including the Institute of Psychology at Erasmus University Rotterdam, where she was appointed endowed professor in Educational Psychology. Her research primarily investigates example-based learning, multimedia learning, self-regulated learning, and critical thinking skills across different education levels, including medical training. Tamara is an accomplished grant laureate, having received several prestigious awards, including the NWO Rubicon and Vici grants. Additionally, she was a member of The Young Academy and has contributed to various educational initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

Utrecht University • Utrecht, Netherlands

Endowed Professor in Educational Psychology, coordinating research in Learning and Instruction.

Assistant Professor

2009-11-01 — 2012-01-01

Institute of Psychology, Erasmus University Rotterdam • Rotterdam, Netherlands

Visiting Researcher

2007-12-01 — 2008-06-01

Knowledge Media Research Center • Tübingen, Germany

Visiting Researcher

2010-12-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Australia

Visiting Researcher

2014-12-01 — 2015-02-01

University of California, Santa Barbara • USA

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology