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Eine Pakarinen is a University Lecturer at the Department of Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies, University of Eastern Finland. Her work focuses on social work education, immigrant integration, vocational education challenges, and social pedagogy. She has authored/co-authored over 15 publications since 2007, with recent emphasis on vocational education outcomes, simulation-based learning in social work, and immigrant integration strategies.
Research Interests:
- Disadvantaged youth in vocational education
- Online pedagogy and social work skill development
- Immigrant integration in adult education
- Socio-cultural dimensions of guidance practices
- Social sustainability in regional development
Recent Articles Trends: Her 2024 works highlight the impact of disadvantage on vocational dropout risks and innovative online simulation methods. Earlier research (2018-2021) emphasizes multicultural guidance frameworks and regional social sustainability projects. Collaborations include frequent co-authorship with Aini Pehkonen and Elina Nivala.
Labs/Teams: Active member of the Social work research and education team, contributing to pedagogical innovations and policy-relevant studies.
