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Tiffany Whittaker is the Department Chair of the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. She focuses on quantitative methods in educational psychology, specifically structural equation modeling (SEM), multilevel modeling (MLM), and item response theory (IRT). Whittaker has a strong interest in the application of these modeling techniques to real-world data and enjoys collaborating with applied researchers. Her methodological expertise is geared towards enhancing the understanding of model specification, limited model comparison, and the use of simulation techniques for pedagogical purposes. She has published numerous research papers on various topics, highlighting the use of advanced statistical models and their implications for educational research. Whittaker holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology with a specialization in Quantitative Methods from the University of Texas at Austin. Her teaching philosophy integrates real data applications into her courses, providing students with practical research ideas and examples.
University of Texas at Austin • Austin
Leading the Department of Educational Psychology, overseeing academic programs and faculty.
Harrington Graduate Fellow Selection Committee, University of Texas at Austin • Austin
Participating in the selection of graduate fellows.
Editorial Board, Structural Equation Modeling journal • Austin
Contributing to the editorial process and peer review for the journal.
General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.