Dr. William Cope

Professor

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Biography

Bill Cope's research and development focus on the pedagogical affordances of technology-mediated learning environments. He has served as Chair of the Journals Publication Committee for the American Educational Research Association from 2010 to 2013. Currently, he is a Professor in the Department of Educational Policy Studies at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, where he leads major projects funded by institutions such as the Institute of Educational Sciences, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and the National Science Foundation. His contributions include co-authoring and co-editing several influential works in the fields of education and learning, such as 'New Learning: Elements of Science Education' and 'Ubiquitous Learning'. Cope teaches various advanced courses that emphasize the intersection of technology and education, exploring topics from eLearning ecologies to the dynamics of learning using mobile devices and assessment methods in educational reform. His work aims to push the boundaries of traditional learning environments and engage with new media to create innovative educational practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL

Professor in the Department of Educational Policy and Leadership, focusing on educational technology and policy.

Courses

EPS 590: Advanced Graduate Seminar: Educational Policy Studies HRD 572: eLearning Ecologies EPOL 580: Ubiquitous Learning EPOL 486: New Media & Learner Differences EPOL 534: Assessment in Learning EPSY 560: Technology and Educational Change EPOL 591: Thesis Seminar

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
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  • Academic Statement of Purpose
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Specialization Notes

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