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Erkko Sointu Metrian luokkahuoneessa.

Erkko Sointu appointed as Professor of Special Education

Teachers’ broader expertise in special education would benefit teaching and studying also in higher education institutions. At best, it could even affect employment.

In the past, there may have been a misconception that students entering university would not need learning support when it comes to studying or academic skills.

Erkko Sointu

Professor

Student leaning on his hands by an office desk.
According to Sointu, negative emotions can be either activating or passivating. When teachers have the right know-how, emotions can be steered in a desired direction.
Erkko Sointu Metrian luokkahuoneessa.
The recent years have seen investments in various learning environments at the University of Eastern Finland. Some lecture rooms provide support for flipped learning.