About
Jenny Niu is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Educational Sciences, specializing in teaching and learning 21st-century competencies, school leadership, and solution-focused pedagogical methods. She holds a Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree from Aalto University, and a 2nd Ph.D. from the University of Helsinki.
- Focus areas: Teacher education, children's well-being, Digital Storytelling, Phenomenon-Based Learning
- Key projects: PLAYCO (project manager), Skilful Class (project manager), AI in Learning (participant)
- International collaborations with institutions like Beijing Normal University and JoLII
Her research output includes over 20 publications since 2010, with recent emphasis on AI integration in education, cross-cultural comparisons of early childhood education policies, and solution-focused methods for social-emotional learning. She has co-translated educational books like 'Teach Like Finland' and 'Kids’ Skill' into Chinese.
Active in global conferences and academic visits, Niu contributes to sustainable education development through innovative pedagogical frameworks and digital tools. Her work bridges Finnish and Chinese educational practices with a focus on practical implementation and teacher-student well-being.
