Kati Kasanen

Kati Kasanen is a Senior University Lecturer in Educational Psychology at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF), affiliated with the School of Educational Sciences and Psychology under the Philosophical Faculty. Her work emphasizes pedagogical development, particularly in digital and hybrid learning environments. She is a member of the ability-self research group and focuses on evaluative educational practices, interprofessional collaboration, and academic entrepreneurship education.

Her research spans topics such as student well-being, trust in distance learning, and the integration of digital tools in teaching. Notable contributions include studies on self-managing peer teams in online education, perceptions of interprofessional collaboration in Finnish schools, and the role of ability self-concepts in employability. Kasanen actively contributes to teacher training programs, including digital pedagogy toolkits for university educators.

Kasanen’s work addresses challenges in balancing teaching and research, advocating for systemic recognition of teaching-focused academic careers to enhance professional well-being. Her publications highlight innovations in hybrid and online education, emphasizing the importance of dialogue in feedback mechanisms and trust dynamics in knowledge-intensive work environments.

Her research has been published in journals like Journal of Applied Research in Higher Education and Journal of Interprofessional Care, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to education and psychology. Kasanen’s efforts in curriculum development and pedagogical innovation aim to bridge gaps between academic theory and practical educational challenges.