Heidi Krzywacki

Heidi Krzywacki is a University Lecturer in the Department of Educational Sciences at the University of Helsinki, where she also serves as a Supervisor in the Doctoral Program in School, Education, Society and Culture. Her work spans multiple dimensions of teacher education, with a particular focus on mathematics didactics, STEAM education, and teacher identity formation. She maintains an active research profile with over 75 research outputs and involvement in 21 projects throughout her career.

Dr. Krzywacki's research interests center on educational sciences with specific expertise in mathematics didactics, teacher education across cultural contexts, and the development of teacher identity. Her work explores how teachers navigate professional challenges, develop agency in using curriculum materials, and envision educational futures. She has made significant contributions to understanding strategy flexibility in mathematical problem-solving and the integration of maker culture in STEAM teacher education.

Her recent publications reveal a consistent focus on teacher identity formation, cross-cultural educational practices, and futures consciousness in education. The trend shows increasing international collaboration, particularly in projects focused on teacher education development in diverse contexts including Somalia. Her work bridges theoretical educational research with practical applications for teacher training programs.

Dr. Krzywacki leads several significant projects including the MIDA-FINNSOM III Project for Somali teacher education development, the European Commission-funded 'Teacher education across Europe: Innovative Mobility Opportunities,' and the INSET Training of trainer trainers project. She is actively involved in doctoral supervision and has hosted numerous international academic visitors to the University of Helsinki.

Her departmental work includes coordinating the Maker@STEAM Teacher initiative and contributing to the development of future-oriented teacher education programs. She frequently organizes academic events and conferences, with upcoming activities scheduled through 2025 including 'Teacher Education in international perspective: Education in a Digital World.'