Petri Partanen

Petri Partanen is a Researcher at the Department of Psychology and Social Work, Mid Sweden University, focusing on the intersection of cognitive development, special educational needs, and neurocognitive interventions.

• Primary research areas: Working memory, executive functions, metacognition, and their roles in diagnosing and remediating mathematical and language learning difficulties.
• Active in Sweden and international collaborations (Europe, Israel, Czech Republic).
• Publications span journal articles, books, book chapters, conference papers, and technical reports.

Research Trends (2025–2004):
Emphasizes dynamic assessment, mediated learning, and cognitive modifiability in educational contexts. Keywords: Special Education, Speech-Language Pathology, Educational Psychology, Mathematics Education, Executive Functions.

Notable Contributions:
Developed frameworks for metacognitive interventions in children with special needs, evaluated assessment tools in Sweden, and explored cross-cultural practices in Europe.