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Sofia Sevon serves as a Lecturer at Aalto University, specializing in language education and integration initiatives. Her work centers on developing accessible digital resources for Swedish and Finnish language learning, directly supporting the integration of international students and staff into Finnish society through projects like Kielibuusti.fi.
Her research spans Language Learning, Educational Technology, and Sociolinguistics, with emphasis on MOOC development, 360-degree immersive environments, and digital autonomy tools. She investigates teacher-student dynamics in online settings and assessment challenges in multilingual academic contexts, consistently prioritizing practical solutions for language integration in Finland.
Analysis of her publication history reveals sustained innovation in digital language pedagogy since 2019, with recent work (2022-2024) focusing on minority culture representation in MOOCs, 360° production pipelines, and integration-focused language frameworks. Her research demonstrates a clear trajectory toward scalable, technology-driven solutions for linguistic inclusion.
Her achievements include the Menestyksen mahdollistaja 2023 award for the Kielibuusti project, recognizing its impact as an open portal for barrier-free language learning. This initiative exemplifies her commitment to removing structural obstacles in language education.
Through the Kielibuusti project, Sevon collaborates with a multidisciplinary network of over 50 educators and researchers across Finland. While no formal student advising is documented, her project leadership demonstrates significant mentorship in developing language pedagogy resources and training materials for academic staff.