School of Educational Sciences and Psychology - News

Professor of Education Sonja Kosunen has received Starting Grant funding from the European Research Council (ERC) for theoretical development of research on teacher segregation.

Rector Tapio Määttä has appointed the Heads and Deputy Heads of Departments and Schools of the faculties. The Head and Deputy Heads of UEF Law School was appointed by Vice Rector Jussi Pihlajamäki.

The Excellent Teaching Practitioner 2025 Awards were presented at the UEF Learning Environment Seminar on 19 August.

A recent review concludes that in workplace health promotion, the most consistent impacts are achieved through mental health and stress management interventions, such as group-based mindfulness training.

Grants were awarded for PhD researchers and postdoctoral researchers for a research period abroad.

National exams have recently been proposed as a response to declining learning outcomes among Finnish students, and as a tool for combatting inequalities in assessment.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, ADHD, can pose various challenges in the workplace.

Project Coordinator Sami Tanskanen, a strong advocate and expert in gender equality and equal opportunities, was recognised with the university’s award.

Individuals charged with sexual offenses against adults are also at high risk of committing crimes against children.

There is a growing need for expertise in special education at universities, as properly addressing diversity during studies also enables a more diverse professional life.